Joseph A. Winters letter

Joseph A. Winters letter

CAMP NEAR BELLE PLAIN, VA., January 19, 1863.Mrs. Mary BradyDear Friend :There is one of my comrades in the West Philadelphia Hospital (Ward H) by the name of Harry Griffin. I wish you would be so kind as to call and see him as you make your daily rounds.You are engaged in a good work in visiting the afflicted, and by contributing to their wants ; and surely you will reap your reward in good season, and God will bless you. Every true soldier you have helped shall remember you with respect and gratitude. I shall always remember you myself with deep feelings of gratitude, and I shall never forget the kindness bestowed on me by the ladies." A friend in need is a friend indeed."My arm is still sore.Believe me to be, madam, yours truly,JOSEPH A. WINTERS,CO. B, 7th Regiment Pa. Vol.