Enoch Emery and Andrews to Richard Yates

Peoria Daiily Transcript,

Peoria, Ill., April 1 1864

Governor Yates, Dr Sir, The death of Owen Lovejoy calls up the question of his successor, and whether he ought to be elected immediately or the election deferred till November. I have taken pains to converse with many persons in this vicinity, and find many are decidedly for an immediate election. There are important interests confided to congressmen, by their administration, and we should feel the need of one. Our [distilling?] interest is particularly concerned. Besides there may be important constitutional amendments to be decided. [illegible] you will order an election at the earliest opportunity, possible. I am with great respect

Your Obt Servant

Enoch Emery

& Andrews

Emery, Enock.

"Daily Transcript"

Peoria. Ills

April 1.1864.

Recommends an immediate election to fill vacancy in congress by the death of Hon Mr. Lovejoy

Mr Hatch will please order the election for earliest practicable day Richd Yates Gov

Apl 8. 1864

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