L. P. Clover to Richard Yates

Springfield Ill

Jany 13th 1864

My Dear Sir

I accept with pleasure and gratitude your contribution to the poor fund of my church, and will appropriate it to a poor worthy woman, living near me, whose husband is in the army.

It is as you say, a 'little' matter, but small things may become important in developing noble traits of character in men holding high and responsible positions.

The name of the person to whom I referred in my note to you is Hughes.

That Almighty God may watch over, preserve, and bless you and your family, will be the fervent prayer of

Your obliged friend

and grateful Servt.

L. P. Clover.

His Excellency,

Richard Yates, Gov of Illinois.

Clover S P.

Springfield Jany 13 64.

Accepts contribution to the poor fund of Church and will appropriate it to a poor worthy woman, whose husband is in army. It is a little matter but developes noble traits of character in men holding high positions, &c.

Executive Office Jany 14 64