Knoxville, Dec 30th 1864

Ever Dear Wife

     I expected to have come to the Plains a day or so ago but have been prevented by buisness. Goforth has employed me to look after his case. Deadrick has been drunk and he and Carrick Nelson broke the windows and the dishes up at Dr Rodifers Hotel. Rodifer came for me and said he was hollowing for Jeff Davis—he ran off and I did not get to see him. I understand he is at David Deadricks his Uncle's who lives here. I have been sick for a day or so—with the cold and headache. Some better this morning.
Sherman has taken Savannah took it on the 21st Inst.
     I will be up to the Plains tomorrow. When your Father comes down again I will get Logan's boy and Send him up.
I wrote you that I would have to start to Nashville next Thurs-

day. Have not heard a word from you since you wrote by Sawyers. Charlie Inman was brought in a prisoner yesterday. He has been wanting to break into Knoxville a long time and has succeeded at last. I am glad they got him. There are two Dozen more need catching verry much.
Tell Jimmie and Adda Pa wants to see them and Ma verry much I hope you are all comfortable and happy. I remain Ever

yours
Jas M Meek