Title
Richard Yates to T. H. Whipple
Publisher
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
Date
1864-05-28
Format
pdf
Language
en
Identifier
507924
Transcription
May 28th [186]4.
T. H Whipple Esqr.
of Tribune Chicago.
Dear Sir: I am in receipt of your letter with that of Mr Bross recommending Private Alpheus Whipple 10th Ills. Inft for Comn as Capt or 1st Lieut in new regiment.
I would be glad to appoint him were it possible.
By reference to enclosed orders you will perceive that I have made all the Company Officers elective; which arrangment was intended to secure to persons who are instrumental in getting the men, the company Offices. A departure from this rule, in a single instance would cause dissatisfaction & be a precedent hard to meet in other cases. I am sorry I cannot do what you desire.
Very Respectfully
Richd Yates
Governor.
Status
Complete
Percent Completed
100
Weight
20
Original Format
1