Greensborough Patriot
February 5, 1863
Page 3
Notice—Being detailed
as recruiting others from the 45th Regiment, N.C. Troops, I hereby give notice
to all absentees from Company B, to report to me at Reidsville the 7th
of February. By obeying orders promptly
they will obtain a full pardon. I am
also required to take the names of all conscripts who will volunteer. Those who will volunteer will receive the
full bounty, and will not be required to go to action or instruction, but can
join what company they choose in the 4th Reg. They will find me at Reidsville or at John G.
Watkins. By order of
Major General G. W. Smith, commanding army of North Carolina.
Sergeant A. W. WATKINS
[Transcribed
by Sharon Strout]
