Richard Yates to J. C. Kelton

State of Illinois

Executive Department.

Springfield April 21st 1862

Col. J. C. Kelton

St. Louis Mo.

Dr Sir:

The bearer Paul Selby Esq from this place, whom I now introduce to you, is desirous of going to Pittsburg Landing in search of his brother-in-law who was wounded in the great battle there, but who has not been lately heard from. Mr. S. is a good and worthy citizen and any facilities extended to him to enable him to accomplish his object, will greatly oblige

Yours very Truly,

Richd. Yates

Gov. of Ills.

To Col J. C. Kelton