January 1st.—Marched on through Jacinto, Tishamingo County, Rienzi, Tupelo and Saltillo. Reported Jeff Davis dead. Great many glad to hear it. One-fourth of army bare-footed. Worst demoralized army it is possible to see. About two thirds of them declare they are going home. Drew a few shoes, coats and pants. Jeff Davis not dead.
Robert M. Magill—Personal Reminiscences of a Confederate Soldier Boy.
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