May 21, 1862. Winston left for camp again soon after breakfast. Henry & G went with him & staid all day they brought another large piece of a bomb, & a note from Winston saying Davis had joined Capt Harrison’s company.

[Rebecca] May 21, 1862.  After early breakfast the boys go to camp with Winston to bring the boat back.  They return about 6 o'clk bringing news that the 3d. Reg. had left and Davis joined a new company commanded by Capt. R. Harrison!  This deprives me of all hope of seeing him. Weather very warm.

[Winston Stephens to Octavia Stephens]

                                                                                                Horse Landing May 21^st 1862

Dear Tivie,

                On my arrival this morning I found Lt Shedd with orders from Coln Hopkins to remain at this point until further ordered & with information that Davis had joined Dr or Capt Harrisons Cavalry Company – Shedd did not see him as he left Jacksonville the day before he got in & did not return before he left. The Davis Regiment has left for Ten & the 4^th Do the 3^rd Do, the 3^rd has left but the 4^th has not but will soon, Capt Martins Artillery will go also. I send out to the Springs & hope to get some letters & will send or bring them up – I will come up Sunday if nothing turns up to prevent.

                                                                                                Your Affectionate husband

                                                                                                Winston Stephens.