A. B. Mackenzie to Richard Yates

A. B. Mackenzie,

Wholesale and Retail Dealer in

Books, Albums, Stationery, Blank Books,

Fine Writing Paper,

and Fancy Goods, South Side Capitol Square,

Springfield, Illinois, Aug 16th 1864

Manufacturer of Blank Books, Fine Pocket Books, and Scrap Albums. Book Binding.

Dear Gov

Capt Henry Sturges, formerly Editor of the Lincoln Herald and now of the 61st U S Inftry, is in the City, and will call on you to-day. Allow me to ask your interest in his behalf. He has been in the war since its Commencement; is a firm friend of yours, and a brave and loyal soldier. Nothing would give me more pleasure than to hear of his being advanced, as your Excellency might deem just, and I am sure the act would be gratefully appreciated by him, as well as your friend

Mackenzie

61st Inft. Ills Vols

Mackenzie, A B

Springfield Ill Aug 16 1864

Introduces Capt Henry Sturgis of the 61st Inft for the Governors acquaintance and recommends him for promotion.

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