General Lindsey
Writes Mrs. Doll
A Christmas greeting that was appreciated more than fine
gold was the letter Mrs. H.M. Doll opened yesterday morning from Brigadier
General J.R. Lindsey, 82d division, who wrote on November 1 in regard to her
son, Lieut. Jacob V. Doll, with the request that it was not to be opened until
Christmas day. The letter follows:
My dear Mrs. Doll:
I cannot neglect the opportunity of sending you want
undoubtedly will be your most appreciated Christmas greetings—viz—confirmation
of the fact that Jake has made good in battle, the one point in a soldier’s life
that cannot be definitely settled until proven in action. Your boy has
decidedly made good and I know that it will touch a mother’s heart to know it.
His loyalty and devotion to me, his considerateness of everybody, his innate
cheerfulness have all had their influence in making my staff reliable and
efficient.
Though a personal aide, his work has been largely detached
from personal service. He has originated and developed ways and means in
military affairs that have attracted the attention of the higher command; in
fact I owe much to him for what success has been achieved by my brigade.
Very sincerely,
J.R. Lindsey,
Brig.-Gen.
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