James H. Faris to Richard Yates

Danville Illinois

Vermilion Co. August 22nd 62

Gov. Yates

Sir,

The grade of Brigade Surgeon, which I held under Genl Shields Banks and Williams for the past ten months having been abolished by an act of Congress. I have resigned as Brigade Surgeon, and returned home to re-enter the Service of my country among the people of my addopted State. If I can render any Service in the medical department of the Army of Volunteers under your supervision, I will cheerfully respond to your earliest call.

I hold two Commissions, one as assistant Surgeon and one as Brigade Surgeon.

I have the honor

to be your obedient Svt

Jas. H. Faris

Ans Sep. 3

Jas H Faris

Danvill Vermillion Co

Aug 22nd 62

Formerly Brigade Surgeon under Genl Banks office being abolished desires to enter service again and will be ready to accept position if conferred upon him Holds two Commissions one as Brigade and one as assistant Surgeon