J. W. Waughop to Richard Yates

John W. Waughop, Attorney at Law; Office No. 63 Clark Street, Chicago, Nov.14 1863 Gov Yates Honored & Dear Sir You once assured me that I should have the place when the first vacancy occured in the office of Bank Com. I have learned through the news papers that Col. Ferry has been given an appointment under the government of the U.S. If consistant with your views of propriety I would be glad to receive this favour at your hands, and should remember it with gratitude. Yours Truly J. W. Waughop

Private Waughop, John W Chicago Nov 14, 1863 Wants the vacant office of Bank Comr. File Executive Office Feby 17 64