L. H. Waters to Richard Yates

Macomb Ills July 31st

Dear Governor,

I heartily concur with D.G. Tunnicliff Esqr. in his recommendation of Capt Ervin for the position of Major in some of the new Regts. now being formed. No man in the state has manifested more zeal in our Country's cause than Capt. E. and you have not in the state a warmer friend.

Very truly Yours

Obt servt

L.H. Waters

D.G. Tuncliffe and Col Louis H. Waters

Macomb. July 31. 62.

Recommending Capt Ervin for appointment of Major in one of the new Regiments.

very urgent on part of Tuncliffe.

[Ansd?] Aug 13