Isaac Pecane to Richard Yates

Bolivar Tenn Nov. 17th 1862

Gov Yates

Dear Sir

I take the liberty of addressing you in regard to myself I have Been now in service since the 8th of July 1861 and was in the 3 months service and have Been Principal Musician of the 28th Ills and I have Been faithfull to my Duties and have Been Deaf now in one of my Ear's for 3 months hearing nothing at all. And I wish to Be discharged from service or have a leave of absence for 15 Day's I refer you to the following officers as to my truthfulness.

Coln A.K. Johnson 28th Ills

Lieut Coln Ritter “ “

Maj B.C. Gillam “ “

Maj S.P. Ohr 61s “

I remain yours,

Expecting an answer from this

Isaac Pecare

Prin Musician

Care Coln A K Johnson 28th Ills Vols

Ansd Nov. 20 62

28th Regt

Isaac Pecare

Prin Musician

Bolivar

Nov 17/62

Been in Service 18 mos. Served faithfully, wish a leave of absence for 15 days or a discharge.

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