M. B. Archer to Richard Yates

Marshall Ill. October 9th 1862

Richard Yates Gov. Ill.

Dr Sir On the 7th instant I was officially informed by Mr Manly Esq. that he had completed the enrollment of the militia in this county with a view of consumating a draft.

I have not seen the roll being in the hands of sheriff N. Hurst who is in the Country but will be here on Saturday--

I was proceeding to have the notices printed to be set up in the several townships as required.

on my part, Mr. Manly thinks I am too hasty, is of the opinion that no draft will be made in Ill that I had better delay and write you. I am ready to do all on my part as promptly as it can be done Shall I proceed as per instructions from the War Department inclosed with appointment as Commissioner?

Dr. F. P. Payne will serve as Surgeon to examine [illegible] but has no authority only his name in newspaper.

Respectfully yours W.B. Archer

W B Archer Marshall Oct 9. 1862

Mr Manly has completed the enrollment. He was proceeding to have the notices put up, as required on his part, but Manly thinks him hasty

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Write him to suspend proceedings till further directions from this office.

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