James McKenzie to Richard Yates

St. Louis, Mo.

4. Sep. 1863.

P.O. Box 2908.

To His Excellency

Richard Yates Esq.

Governor of Illinois.

Dear Sir,

I had thought so much of late, about the Colliers in Illinois, that I had quite overlooked your great meeting at Springfield, until reminded of it, by seeing the presidents admirable letter - please therefore, lay on one side, my communication for him, and to you, sent by last post, until your time is less engrossed than it must be now, with far more important subjects.

I am,

Dear Sir,

Yours very faithfully

James McKenzie.

McKenzie, James

St Louis. Sept. 4th

Failed to be present at the mass convention Refers to letters sent you & to the President. Wishes you to lay them aside until you have some leisure.