J. S. Pratt to Richard Yates

Stockton December 15th 1862

To His Excellency Richard Yates Governor of Illinois

Dear Sir,

I wish to ascertain the condition of a piece of property, viz 160 acres of land in the city of Peoria- (in the new part of the city) This land was formerly owned by Wm Sullivan, who by his will, bequeathed it to his wife Emma Sullivan for her use during her life-time, it then to pass to his daughtesr Mary and Matilda.

After the death of Mrs Sullivan, the two daughters died before attaining their majority, and the only heirs now to the estate are Elizabeth Morey and Margaret Eastwood the sisters of Wm Sullivan as they claim. I wish to ascertain all I can in regard to the title of the property and particularly as to the claim of the said Elizabeth Morey and Margaret Eastwood. By attending to this you will confer a great favor on me, and it may result advantageously to yourself.

Please remember me to all old friends. Yours Very Truly, J S Pratt

J. S. Pratt

Stockton Dec 15 62

Wants to know something about a certain piece of property in Peoria If title is good &c.

Answer to confer with atty at Peoria

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