J. F. Simpson to Richard Yates

Carrollton Ills Sept 14 1864,

His Excellency Govr. R Yates

Springfield Ill

Worthy Sir

When I saw you a few days since in Springfield. I wanted to lay a proposition before you for your consideration and approbation.[It?] is this The Sanitary department of this County has done much for the soldiers, in the way of Articles of Clothing, Vegatables and luxuries. Also they have sent to the Sanitary Commission at "Peoria about $300 in Cash. You have heard to the detriment of the soldiers that these things have not been distributed with the fidelity that it ought. These rumors or lies gotten up by the Opposition has done a great deal to impair the Confidence of our benevolent ladies I want an appointment from you to visit any hospital in the state and possibly out of the state to be enabled to report in person the facts. This report in the person of one of their members, One in whom they have confidence would effectually disabuse their minds, and lead to renewed energy and benevolence on their part. I called to see J R Wood Sec'y Of the Sanitary Commission, who was absent from the city. Also I called to consult with Col. Williams who suggested that a letter from you contribute to its accomplisment , Also with Col. Snyder your

private Secretary Also Dr J R Stephenson who [apostolated?] the suggestion, If you are not sufficiently acquainted with me to know whether I am the "right man in the right place" I shall take pleasure in giving you that assurance

With [Sentimits?] I remain Yours

Verry Respectfully

J F Simpson

N.B. Respects to Col Snyder

Simpson

Simpson J.F.

Carrolton Sept 14/64

He wants an Appt. to visit hospitals where Ills Soldiers are confined---and after inspecting them to report as to the Safe arrival & delivery of Goods & provisions &c sent to Soldiers by Ladies Aid Societies &c.

Ans'd Oct 17th 1864

Snyder

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