The 130th Illinois Infantry continued to pass their time in Morganza. The scuttlebutt was that they would receive orders to move at anytime.
William Fleming continued to enjoy his furlough in Mulberry Grove, spending time with his family and friends.
Tuesday, August 9, 1864
In Morganza the men of the 130th regiment watched the 4th Wisconsin Calvary leave today on steamers for Baton Rouge. They also received an official dispatch that the 77th Illinois and others had captured Fort Gaines and 800 prisoners near Mobile, Alabama.
Sunday, August 7, 1864
After visiting family and friends, the William Fleming family returned to Mulberry Grove. In his words,
I remained at home visiting my old neighbors around the Grove until the 3rd day of September.
Monday, August 1, 1864
Back in Morganza (New Orleans) the men of the 130th Illinois Infantry were expecting orders at anytime. Just two days ago, on July 30th, the Illinois 77th Infantry Regiment left aboard the steamboat St. Charles on their way to Mobile Bay in Alabama. The 130th expected to follow them or go to Pensacola, Florida.
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