March 3d. The entire division of General Reynolds passed our camp, going towards Woodbury.
March 5th. An election took place for five persons whose names should be placed on the Roll of Honor, according to published order of General Rosencrans. The following men were elected, viz: John Boon, Joseph Axford, Thomas C. Potter, John Snyder, and C. B. Valentine.
March 6th. Were paid this day for four months’ services, being up to January 1st. The first payment we had received in six months. This put the men in good spirits again; but they had one difficulty, and that was, they had no means of getting rid of their money, as the market in this vicinity was not over-well stocked with what a soldier wants.
The next day a portion of General Reynold’s force—which went towards Woodbury a few days previous—returned to Murfreesboro. Cannonading was heard this day—supposed to be in the direction of Franklin.
The morning following, the order was passed to prepare to march. But, after getting ready, we stood all day waiting for the word to proceed. Just at dark were told to unharness horses, as we were not to move for the present.
Tuesday, March 10th. All quiet on Cripple creek. Tents were again pitched. Considerable rain fell during the day.
Thursday, March 12th. Lieutenant Baldwin went to Nashville this day, to procure horses.
Saturday, March 14th. Buchanan Reed, the artist and poet, of Cincinnati, addressed our brigade this day. Lieutenant Kelley left for home, having resigned, and his resignation being accepted. Captain Standart returned to his command.
Sunday, March 15th.—Eighth week in our present camp. Brigade review to-day.
Sunday, March 22d. Ninth week in camp.—Weather delightful. Peach trees in bloom. Trees leaving out.