Richard Yates to Owen Lovejoy

April 1, [186]3.

Hon Owen Lovejoy,

Princeton, Bureau Co.

Dear Sir:

I take much pleasure in strongly recommending to you for the position of Provost Marshal, A. W. Jones, Esq. late First Lieutenant of 17th Ill. Vols. Lieut. Jones was wounded at Ft. Donelson, and he brings me the highest class testimonials from friends of mine. I would feel greatly obliged if you could aid him in obtaining the appointment.

Most respectfully

Your friend

Richd Yates

Governor