Title
J. McDougall to Richard Yates
Publisher
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
Date
1863-05-25
Format
pdf
Language
en
Identifier
506781
Transcription
Washington
May 25th 1863
His Excellency
Richard Yates
Governor of the state of Illinois
Permit me to introduce to your acquaintance Col. Stockton, a gentleman, and a soldier, by education & practice. He has been authorized by Gov. Johnson of Tennessee to raise troops for the maintenance of our position in Tennesse - He is a fit man to command troops & in organizing, as well as raising his force he may desire your counsel and aid -
Yours Respectfully
J. A. McDougall
File "M." (R)
McDougall J
Washington May 25 1863.
Introducing Col Stockton who has authority from Gov Johnson to raise troops for the maintenance of Tennissee. He is a gentleman, and a soldier, wishes the Governors counsil and aid.
Recd Ex O June 19 1863.
Status
Complete
Percent Completed
100
Weight
20
Original Format
2