Garrison duty in Memphis also allowed the men of the 130th to attend church services. Their presence in the local churches was probably accepted by some. However, it's likely that many local residents resented the attendance by the "northern aggressors."
Charles Johnson had this to say:
I remember frequent attendance at an Episcopal Church in the city. The pastor had but one eye, and was a very plain man in appearance, but was an able preacher, Here I first saw General J. B. McPherson. His division was at the time encamped near the city, and he improved the opportunity for attendance at a church which is said to be a favorite denomination with regular army officers. His handsome person, graceful carriage and affable manners are well remembered.
