Isaac Shelby reportedly has Major Hays' papers and books and He has come to Abingdon, VA concerning the supplies. 4 miles from Abingdon [VA]. Saturday afternoon Sept 3 [1864 -on reverse side of letter].
Last Feby in removing my family from my farm Burd Chuckey, Jefferson Co. Tenn I turned over to Longstreet's Army a large amt Comsy & QM Stores to Maj. Hays who I left on my place in charge of a large amt of Corn, Wheat, Cattle, Sheep, Hogs, Bacin, Waggons & Mules &c and learn that you have Major Hay's Books Papers &c. I will call to see you to Morrow Morning (Sunday) and if not inconvenient would be glad to meet you.
I have a letter from Capt. Orr of Bristol to you. Would have come in today but have a lame Horse. REVERSE side of letter: W. Shelby, Major Hays, and Capt. Thanks for looking at my auctions.