Diary of Alexander G. Downing; Company E, Eleventh Iowa Infantry
    

Inspection and pay.–Alexander G. Downing.

Friday, 29th–We had inspection for pay today, which includes inspection of knapsacks and equipments. After inspection and pay, I went down town on a pass and purchased a portfolio,[1] a paper weight and a pocket knife for army service.[i]


[i] This portfolio, together with my Bible, I carried through my four years’ service.–A. G. D.

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