January 18, 1865

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Fort Fisher Captured + Genl. Butler
proved a military quack.
When Butler was explaining
before the War committee the utter
impracticability of taking Fort Fisher
by assault the guns were booming
a salute in honor of Terry’s triumph.
Thus they go. Now up now down.

 

Where is “Baldy.” His turn must come
next.