Cyrus Cross to Richard Yates

U.S. General Hospital

Mound City Illinois,

April 1st 1863

Gov. Yates

Dear Sir

I take this opportunity of writing you a few lines relating to my case and situation here

I came here sick on the 25th of Nov/62 and have been convalescent ever since the 15th of jun/63. and I am no better than when I first became convalescent. I wish to find out why they keep a man here so long without discharging him when he is not fit for the service of the field if I am not fit for the Army I wish to be at home for my

family are in need of what little help I can afford them.

By hoping that you care for the gallant Soldier and look after his welfare.

I remain your Humble Servant

Cyrus Cross

Co. H. 101st Ills Vol

US General Hospital

Mound City Ills

NB The Convalescents have to guard the Hospital here

Ans April 10 1863.

Cyrus Cross.

Genl Hospital Mound City

April 1st 1863.

Has been in Hospital sick since 23rd of november wishes a discharge - will never be fit for service.

Recd Ex O April 8 1863.