A friend of mine recently sent me the civil war records of Chilly McIntosh, commander of the 2nd Creek Mounted Volunteers.

The letter is dated June 8, 1863 from G.N. Johnson, in which he explains he cannot participate in an upcoming fight (presumably Honey Springs) due to an injury from his mule.

I can send the jpg image of the letter to anyone who wants to cross-check my transcription. It would me nice if someone could I.D. the author G.N. Johnson or check the rosters under Chilly McIntosh to see if someone with a similar name was serving under him.

"Hillabee Canadian

June 8, 1863

Col.

I would inform you that I went to Texas to buy some things and have returned this night. I hear that you will have a fight soon with the General. I would be glad to join you in the fight if I was able. Unfortunate for me I was kicked by my mule two days ago. I can only use one hand. I fear it will be a long time before it gets well. The mule struck me on the back of my hand, one that was formerly broken, two of my fingers are nearly cut off from the shoe. I can not rest on account of pain. I fear the bone is fractured. Thus I have stated, for I think it my duty, to assist you in the coming fight and would if I was able.

Yours truly,

G.N. Johnson

Chilly McIntosh
Commd 2nd Creek Rifles"