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Thomas Wentworth Higginson, Harvard Memorial Biographies, 1854. (search)
as a semi-official agent of the State. It is believed that he was also at this time employed by the government as a scout, and that in this perilous service he found opportunities of indulging his dashing spirit, and obtained valuable information concerning the condition and movements of the enemy. Washington, May 13, 1861. I feel confident I am all right for a commission in the first batch of civilians; since my application none have been given except to the graduating class of West Point. When I am fairly appointed, I shall want you to send me a copy of Oakfield, with your love and fondest wishes;—in exchange perhaps I will send my photograph. Although I did not consult you, dear, in coming here, I was very glad indeed to have your letter and father's approving. I think, too, you will agree that I am right in trying to enter the Regular Army. . . . . I have thought from the first that . . it will fall mainly on the regular organization to keep the armies in the field a