Myron Phelps to Richard Yates

Lewistown May 6. 1861

Hon Richard Yates. Gov.

Dear Sir

Mr. Milton S. Kimball one of our most esteemed citizens and prominent member of Bar has volunteered and joined the compy commanded by Capt. L. F. Ross.

If in your power to give him the appointment of asst. Qr. Master commissary or paymaster or any other suitable appointment, will much oblige your friends here who feel a deep interest in the cause and can fully recommend Mr Kimball as every way worthy & capable. a consistent member of our church and in fact one of our most rising and prominent young men of talent & ability. We hope you will favourably consider our application in his behalf and much oblige, Respy & Truly yours

Myron Phelps

Wyman Phelps

For appointment as Quartermaster

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