Letter No. 16, which Gallagher has sent to Vicksburg, Mississippi, was returned, as also was a letter by John's father, who was much disappointed at John's not having received it. Gallagher sent papers to Cincinnati today, and yesterday he sent a letter. John's father is well, but the office is now undergoing a period of summer stagnation. They are anxious to have John home, but when he is rested again he can represent the Freeman in Penna. or Ohio of New York if he wishes. P.S. Gallagher encloses Letter No. 16. The enclosure: