BUREAU TOP. ENG.
(WASHINGTON, D. C.), February 26, 1863.
The train never reached this place until ten o'clock,
instead of six-thirty as due. In consequence I missed the boat. As there is
none till to-morrow morning at 8 A. M., thus detaining me here all day. This is
annoying, because I wished to set the example of a prompt and punctual return
within the time allowed me, whereas now I shall be one day behind time, and
this is the more disagreeable because there is a report in town that the
enemy's cavalry have appeared in force this side of the Rappahannock. This is
only a raid, as they cannot possibly be so foolish as to attempt any advance
this side of the river, at this season of the year. The first person I met at
the hotel was Cram, and I am going to dine with him to-day. I next met Sykes,
who is up here on a court-martial. I am now writing a few lines to give you the
news, am going to see Mrs. Turnbull and then shall dine with Cram.
SOURCE: George Meade, The Life and Letters of George
Gordon Meade, Vol. 1, p. 355
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