Richard Yates to Nathan Crews

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Jany 17th 2

Capt Nathan Crews

18th Regt. Cairo Ills.

Sir:

Yours of the 8th inst is received and contents duly noted. In the appointment of officers I endeavor to do the best I can under all the circumstances. The rule of promotion from the regiment is adopted and followed unless in my judgment the good of the service requires a deviation.

Yours Respectfully,

Richd. Yates.

Gov.