Francis Eastman to Richard Yates

Chicago Ill.

Sept. 5, 1864.

Hon. Richard Yates,

Governor of Illinois,-

I wrote you yesterday, but I have more light to-day. Have been feeling around for the ropes, and think have got hold of most of them.

Wentworth has promised not to oppose me. I am not afraid of Anthony - but shall proceed as though I were.

Pres. Sturdevant is here. The members of Commission appointed by you now in town, have a meeting at Mr. Eddy's office this evening.

Respectfully & truly

Francis A. Eastman

Eastman Fr. A.

Chicago. Sept 5th 1864

Says that he has "more light." Has been feeling around for the "ropes" and thinks he has got hold of most of them. Wentworth has promised not to oppose him. - He is not afraid of Anthony but will proceed as though he were. The committee appointed by Govr. arrive town & hold a meeting at Mr. Eddy's office tonight

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