J. C. Scott to Richard Yates

Office Provost Marshal, Eleventh District Illinois Olney July 8, 1865 Hon Richard Yates, U S Senator Jacksonville, Ill Dear Sir The unconditional Union knew of this (Richland) and adjoining counties are anxious to give a reception dinner to our brave boys who are coming home from the army. First as an expression of our gratitude for; and high appreciation of their Services, and their devotion to our country. And Second, to let them know who are and have been their friends. I am authorized to say that it is the earnest desire of all loyal men, that you be [illegible] and [illegible] there. And I am requested to ask (if you can come,) that you fix a day that will suit your convenience, in not [ineligible][ineligible]two and, not over four weeks, if possible. I am very respectfully your obt servant J.C. Scott---- J. C. Scott Olney Inviting to [illegible] Reception. July 22, '65 Answered could not go - absence