Manhattan, Kansas, Deo. 5.I, w. Morton, Washington, la.1 Comrade, Dear Sir: 1 sendi greetings to my comrades convened in reunion, am sorry that 1 cannotbe with you. Business, t ine and distance, all combine to hinder. 1certainly wish you a pleasant time,'! will onlv say as to an experience of■ 1 •myself upon that memorable day, 1■ | was wounded and taken prisoner} butmade my escape during the shadesof the night, have undergone two surgical operations for disabilities ji caused by services in line of duty.age also at present says the trip to Washington this time of year, winter, would noti be advisable ! 1 have to, of necessity, take good I care of myself. Wishing aga.ln agood and pleasant time I am,Your Comrade,G. M. S' mpson.