Title
Charles F. Hardt to Richard Yates
Publisher
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
Date
1861-06-22
Language
en
Identifier
500465
Transcription
Vedder Ills June 22, 61
Gov. Yates
Honored Sir, There appear to be conciderable many in this County, that fear marauding parties rising in Missouri and molesting our Citizens (I know of no such near, but think it well enough to be prepared for the worst) If we should form a home guard, could we get arms from the Government, what would be our duty, what number necessary, & how Officered, If Your Honor could take time and feel disposed to favor me with an answer You will confer a lasting obligation on
Your Obt Servant
Chs F. Hardt
Charles F. Hardt
asking Information concerning Militia law.
Answered.
Status
Complete
Percent Completed
100
Weight
20
Original Format
2