January 25, 1862

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January
25,,
Got Surgeon’s certificate and
leave of absence from camp to
be gone five days. Walked larger
part of the way into the city, and
had ride on an ox cart with
an Irishman who upon my asking
him if he knew Thomas Francis
Meagher replied “Och! Thomas?” “An
ould acquaintance.” Tried to find place
to spend a few days. At last put up in
hotel. Took heavy supper. Eat, during the
day, apples without stint, a very sour
pickle and two oranges. In evening
visited market house and had
some adventures.
Went to bed early and
slept well.