Title
Luke F. Cozans to Richard Yates
Publisher
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
Date
1864-08-30
Format
pdf
Language
en
Identifier
509395
Transcription
Sherman House,
Chicago, Aug. 30 1864
To his Excellency
Gov Yates.
Dear Sir
Can you assist me in obtaining admission for Mr. Crump a friend of mine to Camp Douglas where his son is imprisoned?
I have called at your Hotel but was unable to find you
Either an order from you or a request on War Dept will secure admission
By assisting an afflicted father to have one interview you will confer a personal favor on
Yours Respectfully
Luke F. Cozans
Senator 5th Dist. New York
Not redc. till here.
Mail a request to Col Commanding & enclose to Mr. Crump
Chicago
Cozans, Luke F.
Chicago, Aug 30th 64
Wants assistance to gain admittance to Camp Douglas for his friend Mr. Crump.
See Govr's endorsement.
Attended to Sept 12th 64 P.
Status
Complete
Percent Completed
100
Weight
20
Original Format
3