Letter from A.C. Wakefield, dated 1864-03-20

South Hardwick Mar 20th 1 64

Mr Stevens,

Sir, We received your kind letter yesterday, informing us of the whereabouts of Our Dear Brothers, And I now hasten, to write, a few lines, in answer to it, and to render to you, our sincere thanks, for your kindness, in informing us, of his welfare, By which you have greatly relieved a Heart-stricken family, for which we thank you much. We, before, knew not, whether he was living, or had shared the fate of so many, of our Noble Union Soldiers held in bondage, That he may soon be released, is our

greatest wish.

Having granted one favor, We now, while thanking you, still ask another. But having granted this one and having been a Soldier Prisoner, with, as near him, you might, perhaps, know more of him than me, have means of learning, other ways.

If, at any time, you can learn, anything concerning him, and will inform us, You will confer a great favor, upon us, which we will, amply reward you, for doing. My Parents, Brothers, and Sisters, join with me in sending to you, our deepest gratitude for your deep interest in behalf of one so dear to us, And in stating, we could communicate with him, where he now is, And also for your kindness in rendering information, do us such as will strengthen the hope that he will again be with us I subscribe myself Your Friend, and Well Wishes,

Please address G. C. Wakefield So Hardwick Vermont