A. C. Babcock to Richard Yates

Canton Dec 31st/63

To His Excellency

Richd Yates

Gov State of Illinois

Dear Sir

Permit me to introduce to your favorable acquaintance my friend the bearer hereof, James T Slack of this place. Mr S desires the position of Engineer on a Gen Boat. I know him to be a first Class Engineer & Machinist, understanding perfectly the construction & operating of Engines. He is a staunch friend of the party & has rendered effectual service thereto on the stump, in this County, & is one among your many political admirers. Any assistance you may render him, or attention you may show him, will be gratefully remembered by him & duly appreciated by your friend &

Humble Servt

A C Babcock

P S. State of the weather prevents Pitt & I accepting your kind invitation to be with you tomorrow. Regards to Mrs Yates & family

A.C.B

Babcock A C.

Canton Dec 31 1863.

Introducing James T Slack, who wishes a position as Engineer on a Gun Boat.

Gave Mr Slack letter, recommendatory, as to loyalty integrity fitness &c &c Jany 9' 64 addressed to Capt. Pennock. Commdg Naval Station Cairo Illinois

Loomis

ADC

Executive Office Jany 11, 64