From the Richmond Dispatch, 11/26/1862, p. 2, c. 3

WANTED – A WIFE – A soldier who has been wounded in defence of his country, and whose appearance, character, and habits, would not be disagreeable to any young lady, feeling lonely and in want of a companion, makes an appeal to some member of the fair sex to come forward and fill the void in his heart. One capable of loving to an intense degree, accomplished and amiable, is preferred. Riches no object. Address “Q,” box 234, Charlottesville, Va.

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