W. S. Berry to Richard Yates

Bath Ills. Aug 18th/64

Hon. Richard Yates,

Sir

I have the honor to confer with you as it regards a Black Boy I brought home with me from VicksBurg. I got a pass to bring him but did not get a permit. There is a class of men that goes by the name of Copper Head that tells me if I do not send him away they will for me. Now what shall I do in the premises, or what is best for me to do. I want to keep the Boy. I will give him a home he is only Eleven years old.

be kind enough to advise me and you will much oblige. Your Obt. Servant

W. S. Berry

Berry W. S.

Bath Ills.

Aug 18th 1864

Writes for advice in regard to a black boy whom he brought up from Vicksburg without a permit. Wishes to keep him, but is threatened by Copperheads &c

Aug 30 64

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Prepare letter & send him