Answer. They had plenty. They were just doing it for their own gratification. They said Seward had put old Beast Butler in there, and they did not care how they treated us.
Question. Did you complain about not having enough?
Answer. Certainly we complained, but they said we had plenty. They cursed us, and said we had a sight more than their men had who were prisoners in our lines.
Question. Do you feel any better now since you have been here?
Answer. A great deal better; like a new man now. I am gaining flesh now.
By Mr. Odell:
Question. What was your occupation before you went into the army?
Answer. I was a farmer.
By Mr. Julian:
Question. Do you know how they treated their own sick?