Ira A. W. Buck to Richard Yates

Chicago Feby 25th/63

Dear Governor

I sent you last evening the petition in relation to Powell. But on coming here this morning, I find quite a good deal of feeling among our friends, in relation to his sucessor. All with whom I have conversed express a decided preference for Mr Reuben Cleveland. He is an old settler and one who is an active politician and carrys a large influence with him. I understand some of our prominent friends have written you in relation to it. From what I can

see, I think that the appointment of Cleveland would give better satisfaction than any other person. Ward sent for me and I found him at home afflicted with the loss of a child who died last evening. But he is particularly anaious for Clevelands appointment. I can only say in regard to Cleveland he is a good mechanic and would make a capital Commissioner. Please let me hear from you soon I shall return to Joliet tonight. Make the appointment soon

Truly yours &

Ira A W Buck

Ira H Buck

Chicago Feby 25 1863.

Recomends the appointment of Reuben Cleveland as commissioner "says" he is an old settler and carries with him a very large political influence. All whith whom he has conversed express a desire to have him appointed, and he hopes it will be done soon