J. H. Thompson to Richard Yates

with J. N. Sturtevant letter 8/16/61

with J. P. Thompson letter to Gov Yates, Aug. 1861

St. Johns Aug 27/61

To His Excellency

Richard Yates. Gov. of Illinois

Sir

I rec'd permit in answer to my application, dated 8th inst. to appear before the med. Board in Chicago. I could not collect the means at the time to do so. I have just rec'd. the accompanying letters, and forward the same, hoping you may appoint me to some position, where I may prove of service to my country.

Having lost in 1858 all my property by fire, I have since been obliged to economize all in my power.

I am willing and anxious, to go for the war, in such capacity as you may deem fit.

With high regard

Yr obt. Servt

J. H. Thompson.