Albert W. Barber writes to brother William and sister Malvina, detailing that they have been on the move for the past week. Barber writes that during this time they have partly been chasing the Rebels and the Rebels partly chasing them. He notes that both sides have taken prisoners, and that the Union General sought to retreat rather than fight the Rebels, therefore cattle were driven away and the bridge across Dick's River was burnt. Barber details the long journey to Lancaster in detail, describing the travel, skirmishes with Rebels, lack of sleep, and the food available to the men. Furthermore, he notes that supposedly General Burnside is on his way with troops to assist. Barber concludes by detailing that George Cornell is sick, however Jude, James, and the rest of the boys are well.
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