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When I first Saw the Colonel in the morning
(when I reported for duty) he told me on
leaving that he would be glad to see me
"at any time" they are very nice genial people
somewhat aristocratic in their notions but unaffected and
kind-hearted. As Soon as I get my cards I
shall call on the gentleman who called on me
and maybe on the Colonel. They all treat me
very pleasantly when they meet me out
(Pretty tough for the young doctor) I have
carried more dignity since I came here than
you could imagine. You wouldn't know me
I must appear something like Mac as Meyers
described him when he told me "you cant [can't] touch
him with a ten foot pole" I fairly ache from
going about So Stiff, but I have to do it
here or Somebody will impose on me. The
Steward tells me I get along a great deal
better than my predecessor did when he came
here, green, a few months ago.

An extra boat has just come with a lot of
prisoners from Arizona, So I could not come
home tomorrow anyway, as I have to examine
all these men and report on their condition.
I think I will be home Tuesday Monday
anyhow, but dont [don't] be disappointed if I don't
come.

Ever your affectionate Son
and brother

Herbert

P. S. My title is Acting Assistant Surgeon H C Sawyer USA
I sign a dozen things a day that way but you had better address simply Dr. HCS.