1 25 49 https://chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/b1450282b494fc8cede1c76fd62ca358.pdf deaaac788ca3a6cbd0d8de93830123d4 Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Galesburg July 19, 1862 Hon. R. Yates Dr. Sir, The enclosed petition is signed by a part of the representative men of the City. more names could have been obtained but it was not thought necessary Respcty A. A. Smith Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 6, Folder 07 (July 18-20, 1862) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 1 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource A. A. Smith to Richard Yates Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-07-19 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 502913 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Galesburg July 19, 1862 Hon. R. Yates Dr. Sir, The enclosed petition is signed by a part of the representative men of the City. more names could have been obtained but it was not thought necessary Respcty A. A. Smith Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/d59a8972c7047f6d342243e23d903595.pdf 5334d56b93c122da44ce054733076dcc Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 6, Folder 07 (July 18-20, 1862) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 2 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource A. B. Linn to Richard Yates Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-07-19 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 502904 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20000 Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Start Transcribing https://chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/ccb52e506843a897f7c3adcdf4261401.pdf 29744e505164abcf803338f9a0d02b33 Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Chicago July 18th 1862 Gov. Yates Dear Gov. I understand that many of our regiments are destitute of "Medical officers" and are in great need of Surgeons. If this is the case, could you not appoint me to one of the destitute regiments as Surgeon? I have had considerable experience in "Military Practice", having been doing duty as Surgeon in different Hospitals, South, for a number of months. I have just returned from "Genl. Hospital" at Monterey Tenn. where I have been to work ever since its organization. I would rather be connected with a Regiment than, to be detailed for Hospital Service, and think I could be of more service to our troops. I would refer you to Dr. H. A. Johnson Dr. J. H. Hollister Dr. N. S. Davis Dr. R. N. Isher Dr. Byford, of Chicago, Brig Sur. Derby, under whom I served at Monterey, now at Memphis, Dr. E. Andrews & J. M. Woodworth of the first Ill. Artillery. Brig. Sur. E. O. F. Boler, of the 55th Ill. and Brig. Sur. Charles McDougle, Medical Director at Pittsburg Landing, who employed me as "Contract Surgeon" when I went into service. <hr /> Could I ask that you would let me know, if you will do anything for me? I can be examined by the Pres. of the "Medical examining Board" if I am sure of an appointment, after passing, the Board. I can be ready to enter upon the discharge of a Surgeons duties, at any time, if you say so (?) I am with respect, truly A. C. Matchette M.D. Chicago P.O. Drawer 5912 <hr /> A. C. Mitchell M.D. Chicago Ills July 18. 62 Has been engaged in general hospital at Monterey Tenn. Now desires appointment as Surgeon to some regiment. Refers to Drs Johnson, Davis, McDougal and others. Ansd Permit sent July 23 M. Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 6, Folder 07 (July 18-20, 1862) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 3 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource A. C. Matchette to Richard Yates Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1861-07-18 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 502888 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Chicago July 18th 1862 Gov. Yates Dear Gov. I understand that many of our regiments are destitute of "Medical officers" and are in great need of Surgeons. If this is the case, could you not appoint me to one of the destitute regiments as Surgeon? I have had considerable experience in "Military Practice", having been doing duty as Surgeon in different Hospitals, South, for a number of months. I have just returned from "Genl. Hospital" at Monterey Tenn. where I have been to work ever since its organization. I would rather be connected with a Regiment than, to be detailed for Hospital Service, and think I could be of more service to our troops. I would refer you to Dr. H. A. Johnson Dr. J. H. Hollister Dr. N. S. Davis Dr. R. N. Isher Dr. Byford, of Chicago, Brig Sur. Derby, under whom I served at Monterey, now at Memphis, Dr. E. Andrews & J. M. Woodworth of the first Ill. Artillery. Brig. Sur. E. O. F. Boler, of the 55th Ill. and Brig. Sur. Charles McDougle, Medical Director at Pittsburg Landing, who employed me as "Contract Surgeon" when I went into service. <hr /> Could I ask that you would let me know, if you will do anything for me? I can be examined by the Pres. of the "Medical examining Board" if I am sure of an appointment, after passing, the Board. I can be ready to enter upon the discharge of a Surgeons duties, at any time, if you say so (?) I am with respect, truly A. C. Matchette M.D. Chicago P.O. Drawer 5912 <hr /> A. C. Mitchell M.D. Chicago Ills July 18. 62 Has been engaged in general hospital at Monterey Tenn. Now desires appointment as Surgeon to some regiment. Refers to Drs Johnson, Davis, McDougal and others. Ansd Permit sent July 23 M. Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/410df3563ad47dfca190f44a8deb0c50.pdf e36e37aceb06c93bef80ed40221045b9 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 6, Folder 07 (July 18-20, 1862) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 3 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Alfred Knowles to Richard Yates Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-07-18 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 502891 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20000 Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Start Transcribing https://chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/79b400161174dde4e9f40aa282418e68.pdf 9722636e6b79076070dc955be1aa9f1f Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Camp near Jacinto Mifs July 19th 1862 Gov Yates Yesterday I was invited to Col Colers and introduced to one of your "Creation" a man by the name of Paddock as first Lieut Co H 25th Regiment Ills Vol. I was surprised I was chagrined mortified, felt humbled disgraced, to think that such a Booby was thrust upon my company without their or my knowledge or consent, contrary to any known rule of Justice in any sense whatever. Some days since at the request of Col Coler, I forwarded a reccommendation in connection with his for one I thought best qualified to fill the place And now I find this has not been respected. A captain certainly should know who is the proper one to be reccommended in his company for promotion. Whilst I know I am but Captain and the Men under me but privates - Men that are making monuments of their Bones at thirteen dollars per month and quarter Rations to gratifying the ambition of Damnable Demagouges fit companions for the Damned in Hell, I still think they are not Dogs that there wishes their comfort should at least have a little weight in the scramble for Position <hr /> What encouragement is there for men to do their duty. What is to emulate them in their long marches what to cheer in their days of watching and their nights of vigilance when an Executive, "By the Grace of God," becomes the sovereign, and pays no respect to what common sense in the absence of Military usage would dictate. Napoleon said "Bayonets think" yes and Bayonets act, they have acted upon the field, while traitors have been plotting evil and scrambling for Position for Pets and favorites and after this war is ended and its history began to written and finished in Blood, fearful will be the reckoning of those who have trifled and trampled upon all the rights and the few privileges of the Poor Soldier. The congratulations of Executive and Congresses is but poor consolation for the Poor Soldier when all prospect for promotion is cut off by the one Man Power There will be no more Hobbies to ride. the "Almighty Nigger" and the "dignity of Labor" are about played out. and Men are thinking, men will act different. the Men of my company when they heard your Great Speech at Tuscola uttering the sentiments of at least the equality of white men and that giving to Labor that dignity that it required thought as I did that you were honest in it, but Alas!! Actions speak louder than words <hr /> I am not pleading my own cause I am not mortified as it regards myself if I felt so I should not appeal to you for redress I am satisfied as to the estimate you place upon me I was fool enough once to unburdle to you that I would like to have a good position and if you will forgive me for it I will never do so again notwithstanding you had so often said that if ever you had it in your Power you intended to do something for me but I suppose you made similar promises to thousands of others I shall feel content, knowing there was not places for all and thank you that you felt "inclined so to do" I would advise you for the sake of your "Protege" the aforesaid Paddock to get him a place more congenial as for being 1st Lieut of my company in spirit it cant be so a committe of those "dignified Laborers" waited on him this morning and informed him to that effect he may draw the pay, but never the countenance or respect of the men Hoping the War will terminate in time to assist in making you Senator I remain yours until Death Benj F Force Cap Co H 25 Ill Vol PS Pope's 30000 [rescuers?] somewher', Enemy nowher' - Major Belle Reynold's well when last heard from BFF <hr /> Capt B. F. Ford. Jacinto Miss July 19 Regarding appt. of young Paddock 1st Lt of his comp - down on it. &c - File Private Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 6, Folder 07 (July 18-20, 1862) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 4 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource B. F. Ford to Richard Yates Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-07-19 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 502897 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Camp near Jacinto Mifs July 19th 1862 Gov Yates Yesterday I was invited to Col Colers and introduced to one of your "Creation" a man by the name of Paddock as first Lieut Co H 25th Regiment Ills Vol. I was surprised I was chagrined mortified, felt humbled disgraced, to think that such a Booby was thrust upon my company without their or my knowledge or consent, contrary to any known rule of Justice in any sense whatever. Some days since at the request of Col Coler, I forwarded a reccommendation in connection with his for one I thought best qualified to fill the place And now I find this has not been respected. A captain certainly should know who is the proper one to be reccommended in his company for promotion. Whilst I know I am but Captain and the Men under me but privates - Men that are making monuments of their Bones at thirteen dollars per month and quarter Rations to gratifying the ambition of Damnable Demagouges fit companions for the Damned in Hell, I still think they are not Dogs that there wishes their comfort should at least have a little weight in the scramble for Position <hr /> What encouragement is there for men to do their duty. What is to emulate them in their long marches what to cheer in their days of watching and their nights of vigilance when an Executive, "By the Grace of God," becomes the sovereign, and pays no respect to what common sense in the absence of Military usage would dictate. Napoleon said "Bayonets think" yes and Bayonets act, they have acted upon the field, while traitors have been plotting evil and scrambling for Position for Pets and favorites and after this war is ended and its history began to written and finished in Blood, fearful will be the reckoning of those who have trifled and trampled upon all the rights and the few privileges of the Poor Soldier. The congratulations of Executive and Congresses is but poor consolation for the Poor Soldier when all prospect for promotion is cut off by the one Man Power There will be no more Hobbies to ride. the "Almighty Nigger" and the "dignity of Labor" are about played out. and Men are thinking, men will act different. the Men of my company when they heard your Great Speech at Tuscola uttering the sentiments of at least the equality of white men and that giving to Labor that dignity that it required thought as I did that you were honest in it, but Alas!! Actions speak louder than words <hr /> I am not pleading my own cause I am not mortified as it regards myself if I felt so I should not appeal to you for redress I am satisfied as to the estimate you place upon me I was fool enough once to unburdle to you that I would like to have a good position and if you will forgive me for it I will never do so again notwithstanding you had so often said that if ever you had it in your Power you intended to do something for me but I suppose you made similar promises to thousands of others I shall feel content, knowing there was not places for all and thank you that you felt "inclined so to do" I would advise you for the sake of your "Protege" the aforesaid Paddock to get him a place more congenial as for being 1st Lieut of my company in spirit it cant be so a committe of those "dignified Laborers" waited on him this morning and informed him to that effect he may draw the pay, but never the countenance or respect of the men Hoping the War will terminate in time to assist in making you Senator I remain yours until Death Benj F Force Cap Co H 25 Ill Vol PS Pope's 30000 [rescuers?] somewher', Enemy nowher' - Major Belle Reynold's well when last heard from BFF <hr /> Capt B. F. Ford. Jacinto Miss July 19 Regarding appt. of young Paddock 1st Lt of his comp - down on it. &c - File Private Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/33aa34d9f8f75bf9b8d3acc104349d6b.pdf 38ff68c01bcdea4cefde1b75876de998 Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. State of Connecticut Executive Department: Norwich, 19th July 1862 His Excellency Richard Yates, Governor Of Illinois, Sir, In the absence of His Excellency Governor Buckingham, I have the honor to acknowledge the receipt, this day, of your Proclamation to the people of Illinois, and your address to the President, of the date of July 11th. 1862. I am. Very respectfully, Your obedient servant, Calvin G. Child Executive Secretary <hr /> Calvin G. Child Ex. Sec'y Norwich July Acknowledging rcpt of Gov's. proclamation Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 6, Folder 07 (July 18-20, 1862) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 2 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Calvin G. Child to Richard Yates Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-07-19 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 502911 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. State of Connecticut Executive Department: Norwich, 19th July 1862 His Excellency Richard Yates, Governor Of Illinois, Sir, In the absence of His Excellency Governor Buckingham, I have the honor to acknowledge the receipt, this day, of your Proclamation to the people of Illinois, and your address to the President, of the date of July 11th. 1862. I am. Very respectfully, Your obedient servant, Calvin G. Child Executive Secretary <hr /> Calvin G. Child Ex. Sec'y Norwich July Acknowledging rcpt of Gov's. proclamation Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/356cce4227bd004bea0b9df0f3dce897.pdf 5737b1d4f68a1e3a65e02ca6232105dc Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 6, Folder 07 (July 18-20, 1862) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 2 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Calvin Wright to A. C. Fuller Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-07-18 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 502890 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20000 Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Start Transcribing https://chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/b876833bb79a28ec5c1edcff95b0ac43.pdf e79b18338da092b2b310b5bb743a0957 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 6, Folder 07 (July 18-20, 1862) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 2 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Charles Boyd to Richard Yates Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-07-20 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 502928 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20000 Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Start Transcribing https://chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/49e240e4acf3988206609ed62fd385bf.pdf 83f4f2389250842d99dd01f6ae783a6a Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. With O. Waters 7/19/62 Bloomington July 19, 1862 Hon. Richard Yates, Gov. of Ill. Dear Sir I would like the office of Government tax collector for this district. I think Capt. Shannon spoke to you on Thursday night in reference to my fitness for the office. I am forty seven years of age, was brought up a farmer in the state of N Y. Taught school several years then engaged in the drug and medicine trade. By steady application to business I accumulated property to the value of about thirty thousand dollars. I have a trustworthy foreman who can manage all my present interests, having me at liberty to devote my whole attention to the office I solicit. I have had dealings nearly all over the state and my extensive acquaintance in other counties would assist me <hr /> greatly in making subdivision appointments. I have never before offered myself for office and never accepted an office of profit to the value of once cent. I have formerly had to look after too many mixed private interests and I want no office unless the public want me. I enclose a line from a few of our citizens whom I thought you would likely be acquainted with. I find Tho. Bunn of this place had been around with a paper before me and got many important names. Bunn is a young man, has failed in trade once and has not recovered so as to pay his debts. The citizens did not recommend his ability to give security and say he has no chance for the office. I learn he & Peter Fulsom are going to Washington to solicit the two offices of Col. and assessor. If after considering my fitness for the office you will recommend my appointment to this office or other valuable home position you will confer a great favor on <hr /> me and I hope on the Public. If you can not, you will not incur my disfavor for I know you will act conscientiously in the matter for the public good. If you recommend my appointment it may be wise to send on the enclosed certificate. I have long desired the passage of the confiscation bill and anticipated favourable results whenever it can be enforced. I was a Democrat until 1854 and was one of the first sixteen who inaugurated the Republican party in Bloomington. I feel assured its principles will yet triumph. Awaiting your action I am yours very respectfully Cyrenius Wakefield <hr /> C.Wakefield Bloomington July 19 Asking recomn for Col. Of U.S. Taxes July 21st ans & wrote letter of general rec to President. Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 6, Folder 07 (July 18-20, 1862) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 4 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Cyrenius Wakefield to Richard Yates Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-07-19 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 502915 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. With O. Waters 7/19/62 Bloomington July 19, 1862 Hon. Richard Yates, Gov. of Ill. Dear Sir I would like the office of Government tax collector for this district. I think Capt. Shannon spoke to you on Thursday night in reference to my fitness for the office. I am forty seven years of age, was brought up a farmer in the state of N Y. Taught school several years then engaged in the drug and medicine trade. By steady application to business I accumulated property to the value of about thirty thousand dollars. I have a trustworthy foreman who can manage all my present interests, having me at liberty to devote my whole attention to the office I solicit. I have had dealings nearly all over the state and my extensive acquaintance in other counties would assist me <hr /> greatly in making subdivision appointments. I have never before offered myself for office and never accepted an office of profit to the value of once cent. I have formerly had to look after too many mixed private interests and I want no office unless the public want me. I enclose a line from a few of our citizens whom I thought you would likely be acquainted with. I find Tho. Bunn of this place had been around with a paper before me and got many important names. Bunn is a young man, has failed in trade once and has not recovered so as to pay his debts. The citizens did not recommend his ability to give security and say he has no chance for the office. I learn he & Peter Fulsom are going to Washington to solicit the two offices of Col. and assessor. If after considering my fitness for the office you will recommend my appointment to this office or other valuable home position you will confer a great favor on <hr /> me and I hope on the Public. If you can not, you will not incur my disfavor for I know you will act conscientiously in the matter for the public good. If you recommend my appointment it may be wise to send on the enclosed certificate. I have long desired the passage of the confiscation bill and anticipated favourable results whenever it can be enforced. I was a Democrat until 1854 and was one of the first sixteen who inaugurated the Republican party in Bloomington. I feel assured its principles will yet triumph. Awaiting your action I am yours very respectfully Cyrenius Wakefield <hr /> C.Wakefield Bloomington July 19 Asking recomn for Col. Of U.S. Taxes July 21st ans & wrote letter of general rec to President. Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/3ceb156b1281be98d69d95107cc6fa30.pdf dd20bc11ec6c1f9527d15f53ed523b82 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 6, Folder 07 (July 18-20, 1862) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 3 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Daniel Stahl to Unknown Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-07-19 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 502903 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20000 Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Start Transcribing https://chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/a7bad4c71af67afeaa40bb775411a72e.pdf 28d2e3483ca09e41d2e8b80d9ed7add8 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 6, Folder 07 (July 18-20, 1862) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 2 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource E. M. Haines to Richard Yates Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-07-19 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 502899 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20000 Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Start Transcribing https://chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/9b28772df42ed30feb22c3968d05c053.pdf 97976201a7a414647c88ff6497402e02 Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Needs Review Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Head Quarters 1st Brigade 1st Division Army of the Mississippi July 20" 1862 Hon Richard Yates Governor State Ills. Sir. In raising the new Infantry Regiments for the State of Ills. it is essential both for the troops and Government, that they should be officered by men well instructed both theoretically and practically in that arm of the service Allow me to present you with the name of 1st Lieut Simeon Sheldon Co. G. 27th Ills. Infty as a man well qualified for any position from a Captaincy to a Colonelcy. He has the knowledge to drill and manage troops, and the bravery and daring to successfully accomplish any undertaking he may attempt The method of promotion in my regiment has prevented me from placing him in the position he justly deserves, and which I should be pleased to see done If you could give him a position as Field Officer of one of the new regiments if would be to the interest <hr />of the service and give satisfaction to his many friends I am Your Obt Servt F A Harrington, Col 27th Ills Infty. Comd'g. 1st Brig. 1st Div. Army of the Miss -- We heartily concur in the recommendation of Lieut Sheldon as Field Officer J R Miles Lieut Col Comd'g 27th Ills Infantry Wm A Schmitt Major 27th Ill Volls <hr />Col. F. A. Harrington & Maj Miles of 27th Ills Vols. July 20.62. Presenting name of Simon Sheldon (1st Lt Co G) and recommend him for any position from Captain, to Colonel. A man of great daring and bravery! G. sent Augt 1 m A G.O. Aug. 23 1862 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 6, Folder 07 (July 18-20, 1862) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 3 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource F. A. Harrington and O. R. Miles to Richard Yates Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-07-20 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 502923 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Needs Review Percent Needs Review The percentage of pages with Needs Review status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 200 https://chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/be1c93d83d006e44d5c94a010071601a.pdf f9d7e348a7cb7723ff143b7ce1050fd0 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 6, Folder 07 (July 18-20, 1862) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 7 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource F. A. Kinsloe to Richard Yates Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-07-18 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 502883 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20000 Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Start Transcribing https://chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/52b270033f0fd20aa214305fcf0dae97.pdf a950c8da7d62ebcf8bef960f55ca9cd3 Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. To the Hon. Richard Yates Governor of Ills. Sir Having served nearly a year in the 12th Regt. Missouri Volunteers, since I left Ills and had the pleasure of waiting on you at Springfield Ills., I take this opportunity of asking a favor of you, which I then foolishly declined; namely, I should like to be promoted to the Ills service, where I served as 1st Lieut in the 9th Reg in the three months service. Nearly a year ago, when at Springfield Ills, I thought the danger in Missouri was eminent, and I was determined to meet the enemy on the first occasion regardless of position. I have since, with deep regret, found out, that it is a very embarrasing position for an officer in the Missouri service, who was born and raised in Ills. and who is justly pround of what Ills has done in this war, not only in battle, but also through the energy of its executive department, so much in contrast with Missouri. Outside of this, I always would be prefer, serving as a volunteer in my own native State, where a just executive eye sees and watches vigilantly, that justice is done to every soldier. During these eleven months I have served <hr /> in a Regt which has gained a reputation for its bravery in battle and its patient endurance of hunger and hardships and I may say that the two companies A and B from Belleville Ills. everywhere sustained their reputation for bravery and endurance surpassed by none in the Regt. As Riflemen and skirmishers this Regt. has a high reputation in the whole southwest army. I should prefer such a Regt. because I have, during a march of 1100 miles through an enemy's country, become theoretically and practically acquainted with this branch of the service on different occasions. Any promotion to the Ills. service whether Infantry or cavalry would be preferable to my remaining here and would be hailed with pride. I would, however most respectfully request you, should you be kind enough to think of my promotion, not to put aside or overlook any officer more deserving or meritorious or preferred by the respective Regt. Hoping that this meet you well and that I do not trespass to much upon your time and patience I remain your most obedient Fred L Ledergerber Capt. 12th Mo Vol Comdg Comp. B. from Belleville Ills. <hr /> Camp of the 12th Regt. Mo Vol Helena Ark July 19th 1862 any comunication you would be kind enough to send please address care of Major Hugo Wangelin Comdg 12 Mo Vol. S.W. Army <hr /> Capt. F. L. Ledergerber 12th Mo Vols Is an Illinoisan, but connected with a Mo organization. Desires promotion in an Illinois Regiment. Gives long history of services rendered. &c. G & U's sent Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 6, Folder 07 (July 18-20, 1862) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 4 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Fred L. Lederguber to Richard Yates Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-07-19 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 502906 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. To the Hon. Richard Yates Governor of Ills. Sir Having served nearly a year in the 12th Regt. Missouri Volunteers, since I left Ills and had the pleasure of waiting on you at Springfield Ills., I take this opportunity of asking a favor of you, which I then foolishly declined; namely, I should like to be promoted to the Ills service, where I served as 1st Lieut in the 9th Reg in the three months service. Nearly a year ago, when at Springfield Ills, I thought the danger in Missouri was eminent, and I was determined to meet the enemy on the first occasion regardless of position. I have since, with deep regret, found out, that it is a very embarrasing position for an officer in the Missouri service, who was born and raised in Ills. and who is justly pround of what Ills has done in this war, not only in battle, but also through the energy of its executive department, so much in contrast with Missouri. Outside of this, I always would be prefer, serving as a volunteer in my own native State, where a just executive eye sees and watches vigilantly, that justice is done to every soldier. During these eleven months I have served <hr /> in a Regt which has gained a reputation for its bravery in battle and its patient endurance of hunger and hardships and I may say that the two companies A and B from Belleville Ills. everywhere sustained their reputation for bravery and endurance surpassed by none in the Regt. As Riflemen and skirmishers this Regt. has a high reputation in the whole southwest army. I should prefer such a Regt. because I have, during a march of 1100 miles through an enemy's country, become theoretically and practically acquainted with this branch of the service on different occasions. Any promotion to the Ills. service whether Infantry or cavalry would be preferable to my remaining here and would be hailed with pride. I would, however most respectfully request you, should you be kind enough to think of my promotion, not to put aside or overlook any officer more deserving or meritorious or preferred by the respective Regt. Hoping that this meet you well and that I do not trespass to much upon your time and patience I remain your most obedient Fred L Ledergerber Capt. 12th Mo Vol Comdg Comp. B. from Belleville Ills. <hr /> Camp of the 12th Regt. Mo Vol Helena Ark July 19th 1862 any comunication you would be kind enough to send please address care of Major Hugo Wangelin Comdg 12 Mo Vol. S.W. Army <hr /> Capt. F. L. Ledergerber 12th Mo Vols Is an Illinoisan, but connected with a Mo organization. Desires promotion in an Illinois Regiment. Gives long history of services rendered. &c. G & U's sent Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/8331f1a41164f5bb75dd23233b2f9542.pdf 710eeb59fdcd62681d6a33de4e0642f8 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 6, Folder 07 (July 18-20, 1862) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 2 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource George McFadden to Richard Yates Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-07-20 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 502925 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20000 Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Start Transcribing https://chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/d6d1a84a9de74fab055455de49a5da2d.pdf ea45a68625148cd7d8a88a6da753c34b Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Princeton July 19. 62. - To his Excellency Gouvernor Richard Yates - Sir: About 14 Days ago I sent a letter to you asking you for a Comission as Surgeon, or as a Compagnie Officer, which I would prefer. - In the same letter were contained a Comission as Asst. Surgeon from the State of Iowa of Govr. Kirkwood, one, as Surgeon from the State of Missouri, Govr. Gamble <hr /> and 2 Certificates, one of General Sigel & one of General Osterhaus, the first letter will show all about it. - Till now Your Excellency has not favored me with an answer, which I must respectfully request of you, and if not, pleas have sent my papers back, as they are valuable to me. - Hoping to hear soon from you I am Sir Your most obed. serv. H. Ruchenback M.D. <hr /> H Ruchenback M.D. Princeton July 19 Referring to former letter with commissions enclosed - Requesting an answer or return of commissions. Send him the papers - send him permit to be examined with promise to appt him Surgeon or Ass't if a chance Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 6, Folder 07 (July 18-20, 1862) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 3 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource H. [Ruchenback] to Richard Yates Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-07-19 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 502898 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Princeton July 19. 62. - To his Excellency Gouvernor Richard Yates - Sir: About 14 Days ago I sent a letter to you asking you for a Comission as Surgeon, or as a Compagnie Officer, which I would prefer. - In the same letter were contained a Comission as Asst. Surgeon from the State of Iowa of Govr. Kirkwood, one, as Surgeon from the State of Missouri, Govr. Gamble <hr /> and 2 Certificates, one of General Sigel & one of General Osterhaus, the first letter will show all about it. - Till now Your Excellency has not favored me with an answer, which I must respectfully request of you, and if not, pleas have sent my papers back, as they are valuable to me. - Hoping to hear soon from you I am Sir Your most obed. serv. H. Ruchenback M.D. <hr /> H Ruchenback M.D. Princeton July 19 Referring to former letter with commissions enclosed - Requesting an answer or return of commissions. Send him the papers - send him permit to be examined with promise to appt him Surgeon or Ass't if a chance Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/fa780ee8e9b7208d2ef9b4a56c79cf51.pdf 60e9b460b0c2e4ee5fd9004270cef37f Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 6, Folder 07 (July 18-20, 1862) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 3 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Henry C. Lane to Richard Yates Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-07-20 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 502919 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20000 Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Start Transcribing https://chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/b1992d008d9bbe8fa8f453c60d51fda1.pdf 1e57ff34911a4b5c25dc8799f7bbb236 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 6, Folder 07 (July 18-20, 1862) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 4 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource J. B. Richardson to Richard Yates Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-07-20 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 502921 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20000 Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Start Transcribing https://chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/d011d2a54121f70bd348550dab6b4612.pdf e5f78b00d993b380f6235a6f1440f847 Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. St Louis M.O. July 18th 1862 His Exellency Gov. Yates Govenor Upon being mustered out of service Co "A" of the 1st Ill Cavalry resolved by a unanimous vote to present their flag to the State of Illinois In accordance with that resolution I forward it to you. It was presented by the ladies of Bloomington to the Co. on its organization for the U.S. service and has been kept by it up to the present time It floated upon the works at Lexington during those nine memorable days of the seige of that place on the 18th & 19th of Sept it was in that position near Andersons House known as the "Hot corner" It was struck by upwards of three hundred balls sixty two passing through it When the garrison was surrounded the flag was concealed and carried of by the gallant <hr /> Harry C. Carico who had distinguished himself by acts of humanity and daring through the whole time of the seige Upon the reorganization of the regiment many of the Co. hoped to fight under their flag again and bear it proudly aloft until the rebelion was crushed out of existance Others came forward promptly joined the company and filled the places of those who were killed wounded unable or unwilling to return They too were anxious to fight beneath this tattered silken emblem of our nations glory but unfortuneately all were doomed to suffer disappointment Yet all of these men have served their country honestly and faithfully from the day they were mustered in until the day they were mustered out of its service obeying in spirit as well as in letter every order that was given to them In the midst of a <hr /> formidable mutiny mocked and jeered at by those who forgot what they had sworn to do and who were encouraged by men who held positions that gave them a powerful influence Tempted by the life of idleness and pleasure which the rebelious ones enjoyed Threatened by an overwhelming force of the Enemy and in hourly expectation of an attack When others discovered their fine sense of "honor" and threw down their arms which brought redoubled labor on these men who were serving For more than two weeks every night and every day upon guard non commissioned officers taking their regular turn of guard as privates in addition to their regular duties without complaint without a murmur of discontent all they asked was that the Government should be notified of their condition that they might be released from their parole They did not desire to dictate to <hr /> the government what it should or should not do or when it should do it They knew that to fall in to the hands of the Enemy was to fall into the hands of death and with one voice it was said "they shall never take us alive" They knew that Gen Carters' Command depended upon them for subsistance Should they yield all others who did not but were tempted to join in the mutiny would follow them thereby virtually surrendering to the enemy the line of communication with this city and allowing the supplies of the army to be cut off Governor I am proud of these men and the manner they conducted themselves under such trying circumstances When more or less of every other Company yielded to Sedition and mutinied they were found firm and at their post Although discharged from the service before the expiration of the term of their Enlistment and obliged to share the consequent stigma I think that it is clearly evident to you that these men should not receive this punishment for the faults and crimes of others Yet we can plainly see the neccesity of mustering the whole regiment out at the same time Since the organization of the Co. ten of it have given up their lives for their country twenty have suffered from severe wounds received and thirteen discharged from service on account of diseases contracted in camp and eighty nine mustered out with the regiment I am much indebted to Lt. Jas B Dent for his indominable energy and officer like qualifications that he has displayed on all occasions I have the honor to remain Your Excellencies Most obedient Servant J. McNulta Capt. Co. A 1st Ill. Cav <hr /> 1st Cav Captain J McNulta St Louis July 18 1862 Presents Flag - in behalf of his company - to the State. Gives sketch of duty performed by company since its organization - their faithful discharge of duty, under trying circumstances through which the Regiment has passed &c &c good letter Ansd Augt 6 M Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 6, Folder 07 (July 18-20, 1862) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 5 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource J. McMiller to Richard Yates Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-07-18 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 502886 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. St Louis M.O. July 18th 1862 His Exellency Gov. Yates Govenor Upon being mustered out of service Co "A" of the 1st Ill Cavalry resolved by a unanimous vote to present their flag to the State of Illinois In accordance with that resolution I forward it to you. It was presented by the ladies of Bloomington to the Co. on its organization for the U.S. service and has been kept by it up to the present time It floated upon the works at Lexington during those nine memorable days of the seige of that place on the 18th & 19th of Sept it was in that position near Andersons House known as the "Hot corner" It was struck by upwards of three hundred balls sixty two passing through it When the garrison was surrounded the flag was concealed and carried of by the gallant <hr /> Harry C. Carico who had distinguished himself by acts of humanity and daring through the whole time of the seige Upon the reorganization of the regiment many of the Co. hoped to fight under their flag again and bear it proudly aloft until the rebelion was crushed out of existance Others came forward promptly joined the company and filled the places of those who were killed wounded unable or unwilling to return They too were anxious to fight beneath this tattered silken emblem of our nations glory but unfortuneately all were doomed to suffer disappointment Yet all of these men have served their country honestly and faithfully from the day they were mustered in until the day they were mustered out of its service obeying in spirit as well as in letter every order that was given to them In the midst of a <hr /> formidable mutiny mocked and jeered at by those who forgot what they had sworn to do and who were encouraged by men who held positions that gave them a powerful influence Tempted by the life of idleness and pleasure which the rebelious ones enjoyed Threatened by an overwhelming force of the Enemy and in hourly expectation of an attack When others discovered their fine sense of "honor" and threw down their arms which brought redoubled labor on these men who were serving For more than two weeks every night and every day upon guard non commissioned officers taking their regular turn of guard as privates in addition to their regular duties without complaint without a murmur of discontent all they asked was that the Government should be notified of their condition that they might be released from their parole They did not desire to dictate to <hr /> the government what it should or should not do or when it should do it They knew that to fall in to the hands of the Enemy was to fall into the hands of death and with one voice it was said "they shall never take us alive" They knew that Gen Carters' Command depended upon them for subsistance Should they yield all others who did not but were tempted to join in the mutiny would follow them thereby virtually surrendering to the enemy the line of communication with this city and allowing the supplies of the army to be cut off Governor I am proud of these men and the manner they conducted themselves under such trying circumstances When more or less of every other Company yielded to Sedition and mutinied they were found firm and at their post Although discharged from the service before the expiration of the term of their Enlistment and obliged to share the consequent stigma I think that it is clearly evident to you that these men should not receive this punishment for the faults and crimes of others Yet we can plainly see the neccesity of mustering the whole regiment out at the same time Since the organization of the Co. ten of it have given up their lives for their country twenty have suffered from severe wounds received and thirteen discharged from service on account of diseases contracted in camp and eighty nine mustered out with the regiment I am much indebted to Lt. Jas B Dent for his indominable energy and officer like qualifications that he has displayed on all occasions I have the honor to remain Your Excellencies Most obedient Servant J. McNulta Capt. Co. A 1st Ill. Cav <hr /> 1st Cav Captain J McNulta St Louis July 18 1862 Presents Flag - in behalf of his company - to the State. Gives sketch of duty performed by company since its organization - their faithful discharge of duty, under trying circumstances through which the Regiment has passed &c &c good letter Ansd Augt 6 M Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/b2d8091968448838d52f089c091cb88c.pdf a7a52b213cc4a1f4a359f1c077d52780 Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Pontiac Ills 18th July 1862 Dear Governor. Our board of Supervisors propose to take prompt measures to raise all the men possible in this County by offering a large bounty in the way of our county land. They desire me to ask you immediately, if the men we raise now will be credited on our county's quota of the 300,000. If it will we think we can put two companys in the field in ten days. Please reply immediately. Yours Very Truly J. W. Strevell To Gov Yates <hr /> J. W. Strevell Pontiac July 18 Will the men now raised if over the present call be credited to the Co. quota of 300,000? Moses- Answer that I cannot answer because I do not know, but I will have it so credited if I can & file this with Adjt. Gen - ansd July 23 M. Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 6, Folder 07 (July 18-20, 1862) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 2 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource J. W. Strevell to Richard Yates Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-07-18 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 502885 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Pontiac Ills 18th July 1862 Dear Governor. Our board of Supervisors propose to take prompt measures to raise all the men possible in this County by offering a large bounty in the way of our county land. They desire me to ask you immediately, if the men we raise now will be credited on our county's quota of the 300,000. If it will we think we can put two companys in the field in ten days. Please reply immediately. Yours Very Truly J. W. Strevell To Gov Yates <hr /> J. W. Strevell Pontiac July 18 Will the men now raised if over the present call be credited to the Co. quota of 300,000? Moses- Answer that I cannot answer because I do not know, but I will have it so credited if I can & file this with Adjt. Gen - ansd July 23 M. Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/b9ebc4efdb2a39c36eff8dce3c1bb4ee.pdf aac60b4f8947c56dbe08a19871832e43 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 6, Folder 07 (July 18-20, 1862) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 2 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource James B. McDonough to Richard Yates Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-07-20 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 502924 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20000 Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Start Transcribing https://chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/49be109c051822e37f494d55a3badd92.pdf 6c7e87d78b038f5783336a000bec341c Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 6, Folder 07 (July 18-20, 1862) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 3 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jarvis Royal to Unknown Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-07-18 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 502887 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20000 Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Start Transcribing https://chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/2a6aaf200077f1100781526745cef17f.pdf feda490c093684408cdc4b3c465eb856 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 6, Folder 07 (July 18-20, 1862) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 2 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource John A. Logan to A. C. Fuller Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-07-19 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 502902 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20000 Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Start Transcribing https://chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/dd0716e4fbbde8921f9c2f854995e643.pdf 74609bd6612e67e884bd69c465eebab4 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 6, Folder 07 (July 18-20, 1862) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 3 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource John A. Logan to Richard Yates Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-07-20 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 502917 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20000 Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Start Transcribing https://chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/749b11be9f0c82c48b22171f199aceaa.pdf 9525daca91b5164f61a8f72c66550ea9 Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Jackson Tenn July 19, 1862. Gov. Yates. Dr. Sr. I have been repeatedly informed by both friends of both of us, whose veracity is above all question, that a miscreant by the name of Belzer, sojourning at Cairo, indulges in habitual abuse of both you and myself, particularly me. I know him not, unless I saw him in your office at Springfield, Ill. I have no acquaintance with him. I am told he is one of your employees; hence I have denounced his slanderer's treachery to you that you may deal with him according to his demerit. Your friend & obt sert John A. McClernand. <hr /> Gen J A McClernand July 19/62 The miscreant Belzer. ansd Mem. Belzer has been "notified to quit" this day, July 23d Moses. Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 6, Folder 07 (July 18-20, 1862) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 2 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource John A. McClernand to Richard Yates Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-07-19 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 502916 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Jackson Tenn July 19, 1862. Gov. Yates. Dr. Sr. I have been repeatedly informed by both friends of both of us, whose veracity is above all question, that a miscreant by the name of Belzer, sojourning at Cairo, indulges in habitual abuse of both you and myself, particularly me. I know him not, unless I saw him in your office at Springfield, Ill. I have no acquaintance with him. I am told he is one of your employees; hence I have denounced his slanderer's treachery to you that you may deal with him according to his demerit. Your friend & obt sert John A. McClernand. <hr /> Gen J A McClernand July 19/62 The miscreant Belzer. ansd Mem. Belzer has been "notified to quit" this day, July 23d Moses. Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20