267 25 22278 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/627c457da9a16408f29d89314c45ad5b.pdf da154ad063ca193f54238ffc02beee21 Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Chicago July 13/65 Hon. Richard Yates Dear Sir: The Man who went down to set up your mantles has returned. He says that the mantles arrived safely and that he has made you a very nice job. We bought the grates for you of Massrs. Prickett & Grysdale. The man left their bill for grates and silver trimmings at your place and you can [illegible] amt. of same to them. Enclosed please find bill of mantles for amount of which we have today drawn on you. Hope that everything will be satisfactory to you. We remain Respectfully Yours, Chicago Marble Co. Hand w draft for mantles to Wilson & Co. Jacksonville to be forwarded. Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 20, Folder 08 (July 1-31, 1865) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 3 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Chicago Marble Company to Richard Yates Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1865-07-13 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 514038 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Chicago July 13/65 Hon. Richard Yates Dear Sir: The Man who went down to set up your mantles has returned. He says that the mantles arrived safely and that he has made you a very nice job. We bought the grates for you of Massrs. Prickett & Grysdale. The man left their bill for grates and silver trimmings at your place and you can [illegible] amt. of same to them. Enclosed please find bill of mantles for amount of which we have today drawn on you. Hope that everything will be satisfactory to you. We remain Respectfully Yours, Chicago Marble Co. Hand w draft for mantles to Wilson & Co. Jacksonville to be forwarded. Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/0735afa9c09717aed5bb005cc3fd07fd.pdf 69e441f47cabb2b1548fd55d3dce74f1 Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. With J.L. Tincher letter 7/11/65 Jacksonville July 12/65 Gov. Yates: Enclosed you will find a letter from Judge J. Peters, endorsed by John L. Tincher, urging you to use your influence in getting me the appointment of Postmaster at Danville. I came up to see you, in person, and they left it to me to tell you why they wanted the change. The citizens want a change in the office, and although I have not circulated a Petition yet, I have the assurance of all the leading business men and county officers that they will sign it. Mr. Kingsbury, the present incumbent, does not attend to the office at all, being absent for weeks at a time, leaving the entire control of the office to a fellow who was imported from Indiana, about the time the "draft" was to take effect there. The Judge wanted me to apologize for the appearance of his letter. He has been quite sick. Governor, I expect you know better what I want than I do myself. Will you please drop me a line telling me what to do? Will your recommendation to the Dep't be sufficient, or will Mr. Bromwell have to be consulted? I have a poor chance to write here, and will have to ask you to excuse this scrawl. If I am successful in the application I will faithfully perform the duties, and then I will give employment to an old Soldier who has served 16 months in Rebel prison pens. Governor, please write me a note telling me just what to do. I can get up the Petition at any time and send to you if necessary. Allow me to congratulate you on your Elgin oration. If that is printed in phamplet (sic) form I want some of them. Hoping to hear from you soon I remain Your friend James D. Kilpatrick Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 20, Folder 08 (July 1-31, 1865) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 3 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource James D. Kilpatrick to Richard Yates Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1865-07-12 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 514037 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. With J.L. Tincher letter 7/11/65 Jacksonville July 12/65 Gov. Yates: Enclosed you will find a letter from Judge J. Peters, endorsed by John L. Tincher, urging you to use your influence in getting me the appointment of Postmaster at Danville. I came up to see you, in person, and they left it to me to tell you why they wanted the change. The citizens want a change in the office, and although I have not circulated a Petition yet, I have the assurance of all the leading business men and county officers that they will sign it. Mr. Kingsbury, the present incumbent, does not attend to the office at all, being absent for weeks at a time, leaving the entire control of the office to a fellow who was imported from Indiana, about the time the "draft" was to take effect there. The Judge wanted me to apologize for the appearance of his letter. He has been quite sick. Governor, I expect you know better what I want than I do myself. Will you please drop me a line telling me what to do? Will your recommendation to the Dep't be sufficient, or will Mr. Bromwell have to be consulted? I have a poor chance to write here, and will have to ask you to excuse this scrawl. If I am successful in the application I will faithfully perform the duties, and then I will give employment to an old Soldier who has served 16 months in Rebel prison pens. Governor, please write me a note telling me just what to do. I can get up the Petition at any time and send to you if necessary. Allow me to congratulate you on your Elgin oration. If that is printed in phamplet (sic) form I want some of them. Hoping to hear from you soon I remain Your friend James D. Kilpatrick Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/f76aeee3a2eb1cda4296416d4161e22a.pdf 53dcdd5fd5732b2471582fdb6c6c9270 Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. New Orleans July 12, 1865 Gov. Yates Dear Governor I have written you once before and I have not yet received an answer at which I am not surprised knowing your time is fully confined with other and more important correspondents yet faithful to the promise I made you that I would occasionally communicate with you and inform you of how matters were progressing here I now proceed to do the same. I am still employed by Indy Kellogg in the Custom House having a position as Clerk in the auditors office at a salary of $1,600.00/a year. My health and that of my family is good as usual. The Judg's health is good and he is in my opinion conducting the affairs of the Custom House with ability giving general satisfaction to all and all you will I am in hopes after I become [illegible] with the turnings of the Custom House that the Judg will give me a more prominent position with an increased salary. That matter I have entirely with the Judg having <hr /> full confidence in his friendship and that when he deems it proper he will do what is right in the premises. The Judg in my opinion has made a good impression here and from his continued attention to the business will give satisfaction at Washington. He has my best wishes for his prosperity - I suppose you will expect from me my opinion regarding Louisiana politics. Well they are in such a mixed condition that it is almost impossible to make a definite decision upon them. Since the surrender or capitulation of the Rebel Army thousands have return to the city and their home. They come here in quite a defiant manner. They declare they were not whipped but [illegible] and that under different circumstances they could succeed that is with more able Leaders. I am of the opinion that they still adhere to Davis position that there is an [illegible] Gulf between the North and the South and that although they have been broken in their Military Power yet they will yet accomplish their ends through the Ballot Box and they in my opinion are still and quietly working to that end. It is quite frequently asserted here by Rebels that the Southern men will go home here in a hurry yet <hr /> with their [illegible] broken many think that they will make it uncomfortable for us to remain here. With Gen Wells in their influence I am of the opinion they will carry it out. He is a bad man. He has put into responsible positions all the Rebels he could and by holding the offices they exercise a powerful influence. My opinion is this state is not yet prepared for self government. They are too unsettled entirely and if the military power is withdrawn from here we can pack our knapsacks and leave. Hence Governor I give it as my opinion that the enactment of a State Constitution is a "farce" not in the least respected by the Executive and only used and recognized when it suits the [illegible] of the Rebels and in your official action permit me to say that if you advocate the appointment of Provisional Governor for the state of Louisiana you will prevent anarchy and the sooner restore the state to loyalty by so doing. My kind regard to yourself and family. I am with respect your ob sevt Charles H. Fox <hr /> Charles H. Fox New Orleans La Salary $1600 - [illegible] for more Louisiana politics mixed. Rebels control too much. You should advocate the appointment of Provisional Governor. Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 20, Folder 08 (July 1-31, 1865) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 4 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Charles H. Fox to Richard Yates Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1865-07-12 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 514036 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. New Orleans July 12, 1865 Gov. Yates Dear Governor I have written you once before and I have not yet received an answer at which I am not surprised knowing your time is fully confined with other and more important correspondents yet faithful to the promise I made you that I would occasionally communicate with you and inform you of how matters were progressing here I now proceed to do the same. I am still employed by Indy Kellogg in the Custom House having a position as Clerk in the auditors office at a salary of $1,600.00/a year. My health and that of my family is good as usual. The Judg's health is good and he is in my opinion conducting the affairs of the Custom House with ability giving general satisfaction to all and all you will I am in hopes after I become [illegible] with the turnings of the Custom House that the Judg will give me a more prominent position with an increased salary. That matter I have entirely with the Judg having <hr /> full confidence in his friendship and that when he deems it proper he will do what is right in the premises. The Judg in my opinion has made a good impression here and from his continued attention to the business will give satisfaction at Washington. He has my best wishes for his prosperity - I suppose you will expect from me my opinion regarding Louisiana politics. Well they are in such a mixed condition that it is almost impossible to make a definite decision upon them. Since the surrender or capitulation of the Rebel Army thousands have return to the city and their home. They come here in quite a defiant manner. They declare they were not whipped but [illegible] and that under different circumstances they could succeed that is with more able Leaders. I am of the opinion that they still adhere to Davis position that there is an [illegible] Gulf between the North and the South and that although they have been broken in their Military Power yet they will yet accomplish their ends through the Ballot Box and they in my opinion are still and quietly working to that end. It is quite frequently asserted here by Rebels that the Southern men will go home here in a hurry yet <hr /> with their [illegible] broken many think that they will make it uncomfortable for us to remain here. With Gen Wells in their influence I am of the opinion they will carry it out. He is a bad man. He has put into responsible positions all the Rebels he could and by holding the offices they exercise a powerful influence. My opinion is this state is not yet prepared for self government. They are too unsettled entirely and if the military power is withdrawn from here we can pack our knapsacks and leave. Hence Governor I give it as my opinion that the enactment of a State Constitution is a "farce" not in the least respected by the Executive and only used and recognized when it suits the [illegible] of the Rebels and in your official action permit me to say that if you advocate the appointment of Provisional Governor for the state of Louisiana you will prevent anarchy and the sooner restore the state to loyalty by so doing. My kind regard to yourself and family. I am with respect your ob sevt Charles H. Fox <hr /> Charles H. Fox New Orleans La Salary $1600 - [illegible] for more Louisiana politics mixed. Rebels control too much. You should advocate the appointment of Provisional Governor. Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/68188942a4c6536a2b0c13fc100ec940.pdf 71f907eebc76c8fa7d02b60743dad0e4 Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. With James L. Kilpatrick letter 7/12/65 Danville Ills. July 11th 1865 Hon. Richd Yates My Dear Friend, The bearer my old Friend former Editor & publisher of the Vermilion County Press, James D. Killpatrick visits you in Reference to the Post office at this place. Mr. Kilpatrick has just Returned from the army he went out with our much lamented & mutual Friend Col. Hannan who was killed at Kennesaw Mountain. Mr. K. like many others who Returned from the army is out of Business & has not the means nor the inclination to Remain Idle and as many of our people think a change in the [P.M.?] at this place is [denounced?] under the circumstances he upon the advice of some of his ---- friends thought best to call on you in Reference thereto [Mr. K ?] has always been a [illegible] union. [illegible] & has shown his devotion to his country by leaving his little family & taking his life in his hand & going out in the [believe?] of that country in her darkest hour. any favor that you may Show the bearer will be duly appreciated by me & in the event that a change is sought to be made, I Shall take it as a personal favor if you will do what you can to assist the bearer who is & has been our mutual friend I am very unwell as our friend will tell you but hope you are well Verry Respectfully Your friend Truly J. Peters ---- I endorse the statments of Senator Peters and also Join him in this request hope you will interest yourself in behalf of our mutual Friend I. L. Tincher ---- Peter L Tincher [illegible] Killpatrick for Post Master July 21, 1865 Sent Killpatrick letter to [Dennisen?] Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 20, Folder 08 (July 1-31, 1865) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 4 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource J. Peters to Richard Yates Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1865-07-11 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 514035 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. With James L. Kilpatrick letter 7/12/65 Danville Ills. July 11th 1865 Hon. Richd Yates My Dear Friend, The bearer my old Friend former Editor & publisher of the Vermilion County Press, James D. Killpatrick visits you in Reference to the Post office at this place. Mr. Kilpatrick has just Returned from the army he went out with our much lamented & mutual Friend Col. Hannan who was killed at Kennesaw Mountain. Mr. K. like many others who Returned from the army is out of Business & has not the means nor the inclination to Remain Idle and as many of our people think a change in the [P.M.?] at this place is [denounced?] under the circumstances he upon the advice of some of his ---- friends thought best to call on you in Reference thereto [Mr. K ?] has always been a [illegible] union. [illegible] & has shown his devotion to his country by leaving his little family & taking his life in his hand & going out in the [believe?] of that country in her darkest hour. any favor that you may Show the bearer will be duly appreciated by me & in the event that a change is sought to be made, I Shall take it as a personal favor if you will do what you can to assist the bearer who is & has been our mutual friend I am very unwell as our friend will tell you but hope you are well Verry Respectfully Your friend Truly J. Peters ---- I endorse the statments of Senator Peters and also Join him in this request hope you will interest yourself in behalf of our mutual Friend I. L. Tincher ---- Peter L Tincher [illegible] Killpatrick for Post Master July 21, 1865 Sent Killpatrick letter to [Dennisen?] Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/5fb1535e446d0a1dfe9e2d81b915668d.pdf ab136b803f4c54d60def34fccada3f5b Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Springfield July 10th 1865 Hon Rich Yates Dr Sir Some time since I received your letter inclosing Communication to the Attorney General which I forwarded. Have not as yet had any answer. I would feel highly gratified and at the same time feel under perpetual obligation to you if you succeed in the matter. I have sold out at Havana and propose this Fall hunting new location. I think some of trying Misourie and would feel much obliged if you would inclose to me letter of Introduction to the Governor of that State. That is provided always you can do so. I trust however that your influence together with that of Judge Davis will secure me the appointment desired. Most Truly Yours Wm Walker <hr /> Wrote him - sent him letter to Gov. Fletcher July 13, 1865 Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 20, Folder 08 (July 1-31, 1865) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 2 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource William Walker to Richard Yates Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1865-07-10 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 514034 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Springfield July 10th 1865 Hon Rich Yates Dr Sir Some time since I received your letter inclosing Communication to the Attorney General which I forwarded. Have not as yet had any answer. I would feel highly gratified and at the same time feel under perpetual obligation to you if you succeed in the matter. I have sold out at Havana and propose this Fall hunting new location. I think some of trying Misourie and would feel much obliged if you would inclose to me letter of Introduction to the Governor of that State. That is provided always you can do so. I trust however that your influence together with that of Judge Davis will secure me the appointment desired. Most Truly Yours Wm Walker <hr /> Wrote him - sent him letter to Gov. Fletcher July 13, 1865 Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/2c25730d5c004fd4c4aa66c5c8292bd8.pdf 6c9402fd0c50ffdf89cd260cbc5cd3a6 Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Chicago Ill. July 10th, 1865. Hon Richard Yates Sir, I have the honor, very respectfully, to inform you that having served three years with the Chicago Board of Trade Battery of this City, I have been Mustered out of the Service & Am Now a Citizen. I had the honor to address you about one Year ago, whilst our Battery was in Alabama, in reference to a Chaplaincy in the Army which I was Anscious to obtain at that time. I had the honor to receive Some three or four Communications from You very Kindly promising to do what you Could to obtain this Appointment. I did Not Succeed, however for want of influence. I am wanting a Clerkship Just now, And would respectively request your powerful influence in My behalf. I can Keep Books, Correspond, Invoice, etc. etc., Send Your unexceptionable Testimonials. This is a hasty Specimen of My Writing hoping to hear from You I am Sir, very respectfully, your obed Serv Robert Barry address Care of Gould & Brothers, Chicago P. S. over <hr /> P. S. One word from you will obtain for Me a position in Any of the Depts, I Care Not which. I want to Keep Employed & out of debt RB <hr /> Robt. Barry Chicago Late of Chi B. Of Trade Battery - July 10.' 65 Applies for Clerkship Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 20, Folder 08 (July 1-31, 1865) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 3 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Robert Barry to Richard Yates Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1865-07-10 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 514033 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Chicago Ill. July 10th, 1865. Hon Richard Yates Sir, I have the honor, very respectfully, to inform you that having served three years with the Chicago Board of Trade Battery of this City, I have been Mustered out of the Service & Am Now a Citizen. I had the honor to address you about one Year ago, whilst our Battery was in Alabama, in reference to a Chaplaincy in the Army which I was Anscious to obtain at that time. I had the honor to receive Some three or four Communications from You very Kindly promising to do what you Could to obtain this Appointment. I did Not Succeed, however for want of influence. I am wanting a Clerkship Just now, And would respectively request your powerful influence in My behalf. I can Keep Books, Correspond, Invoice, etc. etc., Send Your unexceptionable Testimonials. This is a hasty Specimen of My Writing hoping to hear from You I am Sir, very respectfully, your obed Serv Robert Barry address Care of Gould & Brothers, Chicago P. S. over <hr /> P. S. One word from you will obtain for Me a position in Any of the Depts, I Care Not which. I want to Keep Employed & out of debt RB <hr /> Robt. Barry Chicago Late of Chi B. Of Trade Battery - July 10.' 65 Applies for Clerkship Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/99f47e184eb4f85dc41e18b65c77d34a.pdf 61b44fafda615c318d476c6f5d07d0ac Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. John B. Wright, Attorney at Law & Notary Public, Real Estate and Collection Agent. Havana, Ill. July 8th, 1865 Hon Rich D Yates Sir Mr. Geo. Stuart has directed me as his atty to obtain a decree of partition of the lands adjoining the Town of Mason City in this Co. Owing to the negligence of the Recorder it is almost impossible to ascertain correctly what if any conveyances have been mad for a year past. At Mr Stuart's suggestion I desire to know whether you have conveyed any part of your interest in the lands in question. If so to whom and whether you are willing to join Mr Stuart in the Petition Respectfully Your Obd Servt J B Wright Wrote him July 18th that I was willing to join him in this Petition + had not sold any of lands in question I believe. <hr /> Tallula Ills July 16th 1865 Dear Yates The land in question is a remnant of the 320 that Mason City was laid out on we still have about 120 Acres that was not [plotted?] in to Lots located north + South of the town plot I know of no way to divide it only by the mode indicated in the [picture?] To my knowledge you have not parted with any of the land in question I have bargined my undivided interest in said Tract on remnant of Land for which I am to get $50. per Acre in cash as soon as I am able to Execute a sufficient Deed [Warrick?] says I sold it to cheap. The Lands in question could be partitioned in the manor you suggest but Judge Harriet's Decree made a Bolox of Law Equety and Mason City interests generally sofar as his thick Pate could <hr /> I have read your Elgin Oration cant you manage to have it Pub. in [paper?] form it is one of your proudest efforts it is a 4th July speech bran new you deal with the surroundings that restz heavily upon the Grandsons of the Patriots of -76 as a statesman only can do. have you noticed as a general rule the last 4th efforts have been complete failures the Waters have been to deep + turbed for ordinary mariners. I hope to see you soon Truly [illegible] Greene <hr /> Dear Green - Pleas return this with your answer whether you know about the arrangement spoken of within - and whether the parties could not agree upon a Division by arbitrator - Also have I sold any part of this land to be divided and oblige Your friend (July 13. 1865) Richard Yates (Rec'd this letter today) (over) <hr /> Return this letter as I have not answered - You must read my Elgin Speech - they say I was great in it -. Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 20, Folder 08 (July 1-31, 1865) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 2 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource J. B. Wright to Richard Yates Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1865-07-08 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 514032 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. John B. Wright, Attorney at Law & Notary Public, Real Estate and Collection Agent. Havana, Ill. July 8th, 1865 Hon Rich D Yates Sir Mr. Geo. Stuart has directed me as his atty to obtain a decree of partition of the lands adjoining the Town of Mason City in this Co. Owing to the negligence of the Recorder it is almost impossible to ascertain correctly what if any conveyances have been mad for a year past. At Mr Stuart's suggestion I desire to know whether you have conveyed any part of your interest in the lands in question. If so to whom and whether you are willing to join Mr Stuart in the Petition Respectfully Your Obd Servt J B Wright Wrote him July 18th that I was willing to join him in this Petition + had not sold any of lands in question I believe. <hr /> Tallula Ills July 16th 1865 Dear Yates The land in question is a remnant of the 320 that Mason City was laid out on we still have about 120 Acres that was not [plotted?] in to Lots located north + South of the town plot I know of no way to divide it only by the mode indicated in the [picture?] To my knowledge you have not parted with any of the land in question I have bargined my undivided interest in said Tract on remnant of Land for which I am to get $50. per Acre in cash as soon as I am able to Execute a sufficient Deed [Warrick?] says I sold it to cheap. The Lands in question could be partitioned in the manor you suggest but Judge Harriet's Decree made a Bolox of Law Equety and Mason City interests generally sofar as his thick Pate could <hr /> I have read your Elgin Oration cant you manage to have it Pub. in [paper?] form it is one of your proudest efforts it is a 4th July speech bran new you deal with the surroundings that restz heavily upon the Grandsons of the Patriots of -76 as a statesman only can do. have you noticed as a general rule the last 4th efforts have been complete failures the Waters have been to deep + turbed for ordinary mariners. I hope to see you soon Truly [illegible] Greene <hr /> Dear Green - Pleas return this with your answer whether you know about the arrangement spoken of within - and whether the parties could not agree upon a Division by arbitrator - Also have I sold any part of this land to be divided and oblige Your friend (July 13. 1865) Richard Yates (Rec'd this letter today) (over) <hr /> Return this letter as I have not answered - You must read my Elgin Speech - they say I was great in it -. Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/18dfd52162fd1d7660cfcd8052a50411.pdf 611596faa3b21556d016c1e4f2df7b13 Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Office Provost Marshal, Eleventh District Illinois Olney July 8, 1865 Hon Richard Yates, U S Senator Jacksonville, Ill Dear Sir The unconditional Union knew of this (Richland) and adjoining counties are anxious to give a reception dinner to our brave boys who are coming home from the army. First as an expression of our gratitude for; and high appreciation of their Services, and their devotion to our country. And Second, to let them know who are and have been their friends. I am authorized to say that it is the earnest desire of all loyal men, that you be [illegible] and [illegible] there. And I am requested to ask (if you can come,) that you fix a day that will suit your convenience, in not [ineligible][ineligible]two and, not over four weeks, if possible. I am very respectfully your obt servant J.C. Scott---- J. C. Scott Olney Inviting to [illegible] Reception. July 22, '65 Answered could not go - absence Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 20, Folder 08 (July 1-31, 1865) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 2 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource J. C. Scott to Richard Yates Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1865-07-08 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 514031 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Office Provost Marshal, Eleventh District Illinois Olney July 8, 1865 Hon Richard Yates, U S Senator Jacksonville, Ill Dear Sir The unconditional Union knew of this (Richland) and adjoining counties are anxious to give a reception dinner to our brave boys who are coming home from the army. First as an expression of our gratitude for; and high appreciation of their Services, and their devotion to our country. And Second, to let them know who are and have been their friends. I am authorized to say that it is the earnest desire of all loyal men, that you be [illegible] and [illegible] there. And I am requested to ask (if you can come,) that you fix a day that will suit your convenience, in not [ineligible][ineligible]two and, not over four weeks, if possible. I am very respectfully your obt servant J.C. Scott---- J. C. Scott Olney Inviting to [illegible] Reception. July 22, '65 Answered could not go - absence Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/bd760c8a98bd6de770d19657a9856ac0.pdf 41e3f5be2bb80180322e9e9a2650c3ba Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Illinois State Sanitary Commission Claim Department Springfield, Ills. July 7, 1865 Gov Yates Dear Sir Among the numerous letters awaiting my return from our 4th July excursion, I found one from Mr. George Wright an old, wealthy and worthy citizen of Carrollton, Green County. You doubtless know him well, as he is one of your finest and most influential friends in that section. He is an applicant for permission to open the National Bank in that Town, and asks me to see you and request a letter from you to the Comptroller of the National Currency at Washington, in his behalf and commending the measure. This morning I have written Mr. Wright that I would address you on the subject and in that way communicate to you his request. He is a total stranger to all at Washington, and believes that a word from you would be very advantageous to him. Please aid him and oblige. Your Obedient Servant John R. Woods <hr /> John R Woods for Geo Wright Carrollton National Bank July 22 Sent Wright letter to McCulloch Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 20, Folder 08 (July 1-31, 1865) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 2 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource John R. Woods to Richard Yates Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1865-07-07 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 514030 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Illinois State Sanitary Commission Claim Department Springfield, Ills. July 7, 1865 Gov Yates Dear Sir Among the numerous letters awaiting my return from our 4th July excursion, I found one from Mr. George Wright an old, wealthy and worthy citizen of Carrollton, Green County. You doubtless know him well, as he is one of your finest and most influential friends in that section. He is an applicant for permission to open the National Bank in that Town, and asks me to see you and request a letter from you to the Comptroller of the National Currency at Washington, in his behalf and commending the measure. This morning I have written Mr. Wright that I would address you on the subject and in that way communicate to you his request. He is a total stranger to all at Washington, and believes that a word from you would be very advantageous to him. Please aid him and oblige. Your Obedient Servant John R. Woods <hr /> John R Woods for Geo Wright Carrollton National Bank July 22 Sent Wright letter to McCulloch Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/600ca75e9faadc7002f53abbfa00cddd.pdf 452675fc2bfd76c59992da1a7de35a61 Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Washington City D.C. July 4th 1865 Sir A week or so since I ventured to address you, asking you for your influence to help me get a situation in one of the Departments. As I have received no answer to my letter, my extreme anxiety forces me to write to you again as it is possible my first letter did not reach you. If you will recommend me to Mr. McCulloch, or either one of the Auditors of the Treasury Department if for only the position of a messenger, I shall ever be truly grateful to you for your kindness. I am now nineteen years of age, and I wish to burden my father any longer to support me since he is growing old, and his health is very delicate, and he has a large family of helpless children to provide for. <hr /> Will you please send me a recommendation or a letter of introduction, to any one in either of the Departments, who can give me a situation and you will place me under life long obligations. I am sir Very respectfully you obedt servant Emilio Bastianelli Washington D.C. Hon. R.R. Yates Springfield, Ill. Box 800 <hr /> Bastianelli Sent [Two?] Letters Emilio Bastianelli Washington DC Asks a letter recommending him to be made messenger at some Department at Washington DC See indorsement Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 20, Folder 08 (July 1-31, 1865) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 3 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Emilio Bastianelli to Richard Yates Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1865-07-07 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 514029 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Washington City D.C. July 4th 1865 Sir A week or so since I ventured to address you, asking you for your influence to help me get a situation in one of the Departments. As I have received no answer to my letter, my extreme anxiety forces me to write to you again as it is possible my first letter did not reach you. If you will recommend me to Mr. McCulloch, or either one of the Auditors of the Treasury Department if for only the position of a messenger, I shall ever be truly grateful to you for your kindness. I am now nineteen years of age, and I wish to burden my father any longer to support me since he is growing old, and his health is very delicate, and he has a large family of helpless children to provide for. <hr /> Will you please send me a recommendation or a letter of introduction, to any one in either of the Departments, who can give me a situation and you will place me under life long obligations. I am sir Very respectfully you obedt servant Emilio Bastianelli Washington D.C. Hon. R.R. Yates Springfield, Ill. Box 800 <hr /> Bastianelli Sent [Two?] Letters Emilio Bastianelli Washington DC Asks a letter recommending him to be made messenger at some Department at Washington DC See indorsement Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/aac837c7550e903aa507e03744ffaa49.pdf ad3a0c595aa1da6f93e647ea441be8f8 Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Sterling Whiteside Co Ills July 5th 1865 Richard Yates Dear Sir Will you grant me an intrusion for a few moments upon your time. Me a stranger wish no claim whatever upon your generosity and yet coming to you for a favor and with a sort of kind faith that you will not turn me away unsatisfied. I venture to approach you through the name of my noble husband Genl E N Kirk You knew him knew something of his [lofty?] character of his kind services and how many times been pleased to make acknowledgements of them to my husband's friends for these I have held you in a grateful remembrance and would thank you for them, and I have felt that to one so generous and kind I might make my strange request I have sold my beautiful home in the west. have paid or secured the pmyt of all claims against my husbands estate thus nearly closing my business as Admin next week I intend returning with my only son to my old home in Philadelphia where for reasons which I will not trouble you with I desire opening a "young ladies seminary" what I desire of you is the privelage of using your honored name as reference you will understand the full value of it to me for such a purpose tis more to be desired than gold. I am hardly able to suggest to you the means by which you are to give such elasticity to your conscience this endorsing one whom you have never known for such a responsible position unless you could set upon the belief that a husband noble gifted and good as mine was could not choose a wife wholly unworthy of him. I do not say this of myself all I can say is that I had nor have no higher aim in this life for myself and my boy than to [ineligible][memory?] of my noble treasured husband should you feel at liberty to grant the request which I have made bold to ask I shall be careful that my efforts to make my darkened life useful shall in no wise reflect discredit upon you with the hope that I may hear from you at your earliest convenience I am with highest admiration and respect yours [truly?] Mrs Edwd N Kirk No 231 North 12th st Philadelphia Pa Wm Kirk July 5, 1865 June 22, 1865 wrote her authorizing full use of my name as reference Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 20, Folder 08 (July 1-31, 1865) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 4 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Edward N. Kirk to Richard Yates Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1865-07-05 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 514028 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Sterling Whiteside Co. Ills July 5th 1865 Hon Richard Yates Dear Sir Will you grant me an intrusion for a few moments upon your time. Me, a stranger wish no claim whatever upon your generosity and yet coming to you for a boon, and wish a sort of blind faith that you will not turn me away unsatisfied I venture to approach you through the name of my noble Husband. Genl E. N. Kirk You knew him, knew something of his lofty character of his [Service?] services, and have many times been pleased to make acknowledgements of him to my Husband's friends, for these I have held you in grateful remembrance and would thank you for them, and I have felt that to one so generous and kind I might make my strange request I have sold my beautiful home in the West, have paid or received the payt of all claims <hr /> against my Husband's estate. Thus newly closing my business as Admin, [Nep ank?] I intend returning with my only son to my old home in Philadelphia, where, (for reasons which I will not trouble you with) I design opening a "young ladies seminary" What I desire of you is the privilege of using your honored name as reference. You will understand the full value of it to me for such a purpose,'tis more to be desired than gold," I am hardly able to suggest to you the means by which you are to give such elasticity to your conscience this endorsing one whom you have never known for such a responsible position. Unless you could act upon the belief that a Husband capable, gifted and good as mine was, could not change a wife wholly un worthy of him. I do not say this of myself all I can say is, that I had nor have no higher aim in this life for myself and my boy than to be entirely worthy of my [Earth?] treasured Husband <hr /> Should you feel at liberty to grant the request which I have made bold to ask I shall be careful that my efforts to make my darkened life useful shall in no wise reflect discredit upon you With the hope that I may hear from you at your earliest convenience I am with highest Admiration And Respect Yours Tr Mrs Edwd N Kirk No 231 North 12th St Philadelphia Pa <hr /> Mrs Kirk July 5 1865 June 22, 1865 Wrote her authorizing full use of my name as reference Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/566f19fa03174e4f06b12aa845f4a081.pdf cffedef19d16d5a491acd3de4df2431d Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Shawneetown July 4th 1865 Gov Richard Yates, Dear friend while many of our Citizens are enjoying a Pick Nick in the Shady grove I am lonely at home. My Dear Husband your old friend in Albany Prison Who would have thought when in days past and gone you visited our house and you and the Dr were such great friends that on the 4th of July 1865 he would be incarcerated within the walls of a prison, But so it is. This cruel slaveholders rebellion has made many changes in our Circumstances. Some are more happy others more unhappy and desolate. I am one of that number. I regret [illegible] [illegible] as it is. I must on this [illegible] Call your attention to the fact that while you surely enjoy all the privileges of an Hon American Citizen the Dr is in a felon's Cell and I his wife morn without consolation in his absence with But little hope of a better future. Here I am lonely and disconsolate But frew friends that I can call friends. I have found on lately one of the Dr's old friends that seems to take some interest for me and I get him to write this letter for me. I am in a lonely destitute condition and how to do, and what to do, is more than I know at this time. In a Conversation with my friend this morning being the anniversary of American Independence and American Liberty, He asked me if I could not think of some old friend of his that would have Some influence with the Presdent in his behalf. I named you and he Concluded he would write you a few lines, for me and try to get you to take a little interest in his behalf. I visited Washington City and Pres Lincoln (God Bless his soul) told me he must be sentenced for ten years according to Law, But that <hr /> as soon as the war was over he would be released. Now the war is over and prisoners are being release and I can see no reason why he can not be as well as many others, Now I do hope for former acquaintance sake if nothing more you will try to have him released, his punishment can't ameliorate the condition. Col Loomis' family and Dr Herod was never in a difficulty with any man a peaceable quiet Citizen, always attending to his own Business. You can do a great deal for him with Pres Johnson. Being a Senator, His Business is such that it requires his immediate attending. I can't attend to it for I don't know how. My Education is limited to almost none, my taxes must be paid and little family must be supported. [Illegible] it is not large. I do hope you will interest yourself for my sake and if you have the least Shadow of a prospect do inform me by the earliest opportunity, and if nothing can be done do the same for I want to know the best and the worst of his Case. I know I can't do anything but my friends, Master Masons & R.A. Masons can do something for distressed Mason's wife. If he can't be released or I can't get assistance from some source, I shall Certainly see hard times. My friend the writer of this is well acquainted with all the Circumstances when the Dr. after being duly Elected was suppersceded by E.W. Jones because he was sick and had to return home. The Dr has lost all his pay and been imprisoned for a long time. Still Col Loomis's life is not yet restored now. Can it ever be by all the Dr May suffer, For God's sake For humanity's sake, for my sake do something for me if you can. I remain as ever your friend Mrs Harriet Herod Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 20, Folder 08 (July 1-31, 1865) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 2 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Harriet Herod to Richard Yates Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1865-07-04 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 514027 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Shawneetown July 4th 1865 Gov Richard Yates, Dear friend while many of our Citizens are enjoying a Pick Nick in the Shady grove I am lonely at home. My Dear Husband your old friend in Albany Prison Who would have thought when in days past and gone you visited our house and you and the Dr were such great friends that on the 4th of July 1865 he would be incarcerated within the walls of a prison, But so it is. This cruel slaveholders rebellion has made many changes in our Circumstances. Some are more happy others more unhappy and desolate. I am one of that number. I regret [illegible] [illegible] as it is. I must on this [illegible] Call your attention to the fact that while you surely enjoy all the privileges of an Hon American Citizen the Dr is in a felon's Cell and I his wife morn without consolation in his absence with But little hope of a better future. Here I am lonely and disconsolate But frew friends that I can call friends. I have found on lately one of the Dr's old friends that seems to take some interest for me and I get him to write this letter for me. I am in a lonely destitute condition and how to do, and what to do, is more than I know at this time. In a Conversation with my friend this morning being the anniversary of American Independence and American Liberty, He asked me if I could not think of some old friend of his that would have Some influence with the Presdent in his behalf. I named you and he Concluded he would write you a few lines, for me and try to get you to take a little interest in his behalf. I visited Washington City and Pres Lincoln (God Bless his soul) told me he must be sentenced for ten years according to Law, But that <hr /> as soon as the war was over he would be released. Now the war is over and prisoners are being release and I can see no reason why he can not be as well as many others, Now I do hope for former acquaintance sake if nothing more you will try to have him released, his punishment can't ameliorate the condition. Col Loomis' family and Dr Herod was never in a difficulty with any man a peaceable quiet Citizen, always attending to his own Business. You can do a great deal for him with Pres Johnson. Being a Senator, His Business is such that it requires his immediate attending. I can't attend to it for I don't know how. My Education is limited to almost none, my taxes must be paid and little family must be supported. [Illegible] it is not large. I do hope you will interest yourself for my sake and if you have the least Shadow of a prospect do inform me by the earliest opportunity, and if nothing can be done do the same for I want to know the best and the worst of his Case. I know I can't do anything but my friends, Master Masons & R.A. Masons can do something for distressed Mason's wife. If he can't be released or I can't get assistance from some source, I shall Certainly see hard times. My friend the writer of this is well acquainted with all the Circumstances when the Dr. after being duly Elected was suppersceded by E.W. Jones because he was sick and had to return home. The Dr has lost all his pay and been imprisoned for a long time. Still Col Loomis's life is not yet restored now. Can it ever be by all the Dr May suffer, For God's sake For humanity's sake, for my sake do something for me if you can. I remain as ever your friend Mrs Harriet Herod Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/56e93b74a0fc6c045e97b6603f0dd05a.pdf de70fff6e9e2b401c622e942f530aee4 Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. No. 1 Chicago Post Office July 4th 1865 Mr. I. N. Sweet Route Agt. Springfield Ill Dear Sir. Your suggestions concerning Route agents running the entire length of the route from Quincy to State line, are in accordance with my own views on the subject. Considering the Embarrassments experienced on account of sickness of Route Agents I have been recently thinking of making one run through, and your letter confirms me in the propriety of the change. You will therefore consult your colleagues and arrange among yourselves as to the particular days of your respective runs, & carry this arrangement into effect, as soon as it can be done conveniently. When you commence please report particulars to me. Yours Truly D. N. Bell Spl Agt POD <hr /> No 1 Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 20, Folder 08 (July 1-31, 1865) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 2 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource D. N. Bell to I. N. Sweet Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1865-07-04 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 514025 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. No. 1 Chicago Post Office July 4th 1865 Mr. I. N. Sweet Route Agt. Springfield Ill Dear Sir. Your suggestions concerning Route agents running the entire length of the route from Quincy to State line, are in accordance with my own views on the subject. Considering the Embarrassments experienced on account of sickness of Route Agents I have been recently thinking of making one run through, and your letter confirms me in the propriety of the change. You will therefore consult your colleagues and arrange among yourselves as to the particular days of your respective runs, & carry this arrangement into effect, as soon as it can be done conveniently. When you commence please report particulars to me. Yours Truly D. N. Bell Spl Agt POD <hr /> No 1 Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/376dc631d692f40e4324f516eb9bbfc6.pdf d465bda0bc4240b6e7d7c62146f7a75e Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Office of Assistant Quartermaster, U.S. Army, Chicago, Ill., July 1st 1865 Hon Richard Yates U S.S. Jacksonville, Ill. Dr Sir I beg you will pardon me for encroaching upon your valuable time, but having understood that the Sec. of War is preparing a list of officers to be invited I feel very anxious to present my claim for promotion with a strong recommendations as possible, at as early a day as possible, and fearing that you are perplexed with numerous requests such as mine you might have forgotten me, I write to respect- fully request that you forward me your recommendation at your very earliest convenience With much respect I am Sir Your Olt Servt I.M. Bradshaw <hr /> I M Bradshaw Chicago Ill Asks a letter recommending him for promotion by Brevet Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 20, Folder 08 (July 1-31, 1865) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 2 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource I. M. Bradshaw to Richard Yates Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1865-07-01 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 514024 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Office of Assistant Quartermaster, U.S. Army, Chicago, Ill., July 1st 1865 Hon Richard Yates U S.S. Jacksonville, Ill. Dr Sir I beg you will pardon me for encroaching upon your valuable time, but having understood that the Sec. of War is preparing a list of officers to be invited I feel very anxious to present my claim for promotion with a strong recommendations as possible, at as early a day as possible, and fearing that you are perplexed with numerous requests such as mine you might have forgotten me, I write to respect- fully request that you forward me your recommendation at your very earliest convenience With much respect I am Sir Your Olt Servt I.M. Bradshaw <hr /> I M Bradshaw Chicago Ill Asks a letter recommending him for promotion by Brevet Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/31c2c3f670bb6a0bd3d560cc3750a295.pdf 7ef5d887acf076bb1d89b1966c972e66 Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. THE ATHENEUM. A DAY SCHOOL FOR YOUGN LADIES. JACKSONVILLE, * * ILLINOIS. This Institution was first organized in September 1864. It originated in the conviction that the accepted method of female education is radically defective, and that an incomparably better system is possible and practicable. A year's actual trial has demonstrated the truth of this opinion. Attention is invited to the peculiarities of the New System. I. A NEW SYSTEM OF CLASSIFICATION. The vice of the accepted system of education is superficialness: especially in the common elementary branches of study. Girls who can neither read, write nor spell, receive Diplomas and are sent forth endorsed as "Graduates:" and the fault is not so much the fault of the girls as it is the fault of the fashionable system under which they have been trained. The New System of Classification in the Atheneum ensures a degree of thoroughness which is hardly possible under the common system. The arbitrary Time classification is vicious in many respects. It is unjust to the quick and to the slow. It holds back the quick, compelling them to spend four years in doing what they could have done in three: it drags forward the slow so rapidly as to compel them to be superficial: and it systematically educates the majority of its pupils to a habit of contentment with imperfection. All that is actually acquired is no compensation for this great harm. Under the New System the quick may go ever so rapidly if only they will go thoroughly; and the slow may go ever so slowly if only they will go thoroughly. The New System credits the pupil with what is actually attained--regardless of the time used in doing it. What is sought is an actual education, and not a sham; an absolute mastery of every topic, and not a mere "going over it" within a given time. II. SUPERIOR INSTRUCTION. The Atheneum derives its name from the peculiarities of its arrangements for instruction. The Atheneum at Athens was a building sacred to Minerva--"the goddess of wisdom and skill, i. e. of all the liberal arts and sciences." Here the poets, philosophers, and literary men in general were accustomed to assemble for the discussion of questions of literature and art, and for the instruction of the young. So in this enterprise it is proposed to put in requisition, so far as is practicable, whatever of special talent or skill or culture there is among us, to provide for our girls the highest order of skilled instruction. Last year some twelve different instructors were employed in teaching less than seventy-five pupils. We thus secure experts in each department. The same method is to be continued. The President and Professors in Illinois College--men of from ten to thirty years experience as practical educators--have consented to give instruction in the Atheneum, each in his own department. This arrangement secures an order of teaching skill which is not combined in any other school for girls of which we have any knowledge. PRESIDENT J. M. STURTEVANT, D. D., will aid in giving instruction in what are ordinarily called Senior studies. PROFESSOR SAMUEL ADAMS, M. D., with such assistants as may be necessary, will teach Natural Philosophy, Chemistry, Geology, Natural History, and the kindred sciences. Pupils in these branches can have access to the Doctor's various courses of Experimental Lectures, given annually to the students in Illinois College. These Lectures are illustrated by extensive and costly apparatus: and the cost of Tickets to each course will put them within the reach of all. ---- PROF. RUFUS C. CRAMPTON, A.M., with such assistants as he may approve, will teach Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Conic Sections, and Astronomy. PROF. RUFUS NUTTING, A. M., will direct the studies of those who pursue the Ancient Languages. Reading, Elocution, Rhetoric, and English Literature, will be taught by the College Professor in this department. Instruction in the Modern Languages will be given by experts in each. Skilled Artists will also be employed in penmanship, Music, Drawing, and Painting. Those who occupy desks in the School Room will be under the immediate supervision of an accomplished Lady Principal. III. IT IS NOT A BOARDING SCHOOL. The originators of this enterprise regard Boarding School Life as unfavorable to the best development of character. The best place for a girl during the critical period of school life is at Home. The next best place is in the bosom of some small Christian family. She is thus saved from that artificial life which is a necessity of the Boarding School system. The natural restraints of a well ordered Christian family are the only restraints which are healthful in the formation of character. In a community like Jacksonville where there is so much of general culture and refinement, parents will be able to find for their daughters safe and pleasant homes. In some cases several sisters (especially those who have brothers in College) may choose to rent rooms and make homes for themselves, at a considerable reduction of the cost of board. IV. IT IS NOT A SECTARIAN SHCOOL. It was established solely in the interests of a Higher Culture, a thorough Christian education. Its teachers are of various denominations: and last year its pupils were from Congregational, Baptist, Methodist, N. S. Presbyterian, O. S. Presbyterian, Christian, and Episcopal families. The enterprise orginated in the demand for a better school on a better system; and it is sustained in the interests of no sect, or party or clique. It is demanded of its pupils only that they be obedient, diligent, and thorough; and of its teachers only that they be loyal to Christ and to their Country, and thoroughly competent. CALENDAR. The academic year is divided into two Terms. The first will begin on Monday, September 18th, and end on Friday, January 26th, interrupted only by the holidays. The second term will begin on Monday, January 29th, and end on Wednesday June 13th. EXPENSES. The new system necessitates a great multiplication of classes, and therefore a greatly increased cost to to the Institution; but it is decided to offer all its advantages at the usual rates. Tuition of all brancheS, except those named below, for the year, . . . . . . . . $40.00 Tuition in French, " " . . . . . . . . . 20.00 Tuition in German, " " . . . . . . . . . 20.00 Lessons on the Piano, " " . . . . . . . . . 45.00 Use of Instrument, " " . . . . . . . . . 10.00 Drawing, " " . . . . . . . . . 20.00 Painting, " " . . . . . . . . . 40.00 Vocal Music, Lessons to single pupils, (Bassini's Method,) per lesson, . . . . . . .50 Tickets to College Lectures on Natural Philosophy, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00 Tickets to " " Chemistry, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00 Tickets to " " Natural History, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.00 Incidentals, (care of rooms, & e.,) for the year, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00 LOCATION. Until the erection of the permanent building, the school will be accommodated in the commodious building about to be vacated by Mr. Elizur Wolcott, near the S. W. corner of the Public Square. The location is central and retired. The internal arrangements will be changed so as to make the rooms large, pleasant and convenient. For any additional information address the Proprietor at Jacksonville, Ill., P. O. Box 293. REFERENCES. Hon. JAMES BERDAN. M. P. AYERS, *Esq., Jacksonville. Hon. WM. F. BEEKMAN, Petersburg, Ill. Hon. HENRY E. DUMMER, MATHEW STACY, Esq., Jacksonville. N. W. BRANSON, Esq., " " EDWARD LAMBERT, Esq., JOHN GOLTRA, Esq., Jacksonville. Rev. GEORGE I. KING, Quincy, " O. D. FITZSIMMONS, Esq., J. T. CASSELL, Esq., Jacksonville. T. M. OVIATT, Esq., Decatur, " WM. D. SANDERS, A. M., Proprietor. Jacksonville, Ill., July 1st, 1865. Ironmonger & Mendenhall, Printers. Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 20, Folder 08 (July 1-31, 1865) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 2 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource William D. Sanders to Unknown Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1865-07-01 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 514023 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. THE ATHENEUM. A DAY SCHOOL FOR YOUGN LADIES. JACKSONVILLE, * * ILLINOIS. This Institution was first organized in September 1864. It originated in the conviction that the accepted method of female education is radically defective, and that an incomparably better system is possible and practicable. A year's actual trial has demonstrated the truth of this opinion. Attention is invited to the peculiarities of the New System. I. A NEW SYSTEM OF CLASSIFICATION. The vice of the accepted system of education is superficialness: especially in the common elementary branches of study. Girls who can neither read, write nor spell, receive Diplomas and are sent forth endorsed as "Graduates:" and the fault is not so much the fault of the girls as it is the fault of the fashionable system under which they have been trained. The New System of Classification in the Atheneum ensures a degree of thoroughness which is hardly possible under the common system. The arbitrary Time classification is vicious in many respects. It is unjust to the quick and to the slow. It holds back the quick, compelling them to spend four years in doing what they could have done in three: it drags forward the slow so rapidly as to compel them to be superficial: and it systematically educates the majority of its pupils to a habit of contentment with imperfection. All that is actually acquired is no compensation for this great harm. Under the New System the quick may go ever so rapidly if only they will go thoroughly; and the slow may go ever so slowly if only they will go thoroughly. The New System credits the pupil with what is actually attained--regardless of the time used in doing it. What is sought is an actual education, and not a sham; an absolute mastery of every topic, and not a mere "going over it" within a given time. II. SUPERIOR INSTRUCTION. The Atheneum derives its name from the peculiarities of its arrangements for instruction. The Atheneum at Athens was a building sacred to Minerva--"the goddess of wisdom and skill, i. e. of all the liberal arts and sciences." Here the poets, philosophers, and literary men in general were accustomed to assemble for the discussion of questions of literature and art, and for the instruction of the young. So in this enterprise it is proposed to put in requisition, so far as is practicable, whatever of special talent or skill or culture there is among us, to provide for our girls the highest order of skilled instruction. Last year some twelve different instructors were employed in teaching less than seventy-five pupils. We thus secure experts in each department. The same method is to be continued. The President and Professors in Illinois College--men of from ten to thirty years experience as practical educators--have consented to give instruction in the Atheneum, each in his own department. This arrangement secures an order of teaching skill which is not combined in any other school for girls of which we have any knowledge. PRESIDENT J. M. STURTEVANT, D. D., will aid in giving instruction in what are ordinarily called Senior studies. PROFESSOR SAMUEL ADAMS, M. D., with such assistants as may be necessary, will teach Natural Philosophy, Chemistry, Geology, Natural History, and the kindred sciences. Pupils in these branches can have access to the Doctor's various courses of Experimental Lectures, given annually to the students in Illinois College. These Lectures are illustrated by extensive and costly apparatus: and the cost of Tickets to each course will put them within the reach of all. ---- PROF. RUFUS C. CRAMPTON, A.M., with such assistants as he may approve, will teach Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Conic Sections, and Astronomy. PROF. RUFUS NUTTING, A. M., will direct the studies of those who pursue the Ancient Languages. Reading, Elocution, Rhetoric, and English Literature, will be taught by the College Professor in this department. Instruction in the Modern Languages will be given by experts in each. Skilled Artists will also be employed in penmanship, Music, Drawing, and Painting. Those who occupy desks in the School Room will be under the immediate supervision of an accomplished Lady Principal. III. IT IS NOT A BOARDING SCHOOL. The originators of this enterprise regard Boarding School Life as unfavorable to the best development of character. The best place for a girl during the critical period of school life is at Home. The next best place is in the bosom of some small Christian family. She is thus saved from that artificial life which is a necessity of the Boarding School system. The natural restraints of a well ordered Christian family are the only restraints which are healthful in the formation of character. In a community like Jacksonville where there is so much of general culture and refinement, parents will be able to find for their daughters safe and pleasant homes. In some cases several sisters (especially those who have brothers in College) may choose to rent rooms and make homes for themselves, at a considerable reduction of the cost of board. IV. IT IS NOT A SECTARIAN SHCOOL. It was established solely in the interests of a Higher Culture, a thorough Christian education. Its teachers are of various denominations: and last year its pupils were from Congregational, Baptist, Methodist, N. S. Presbyterian, O. S. Presbyterian, Christian, and Episcopal families. The enterprise orginated in the demand for a better school on a better system; and it is sustained in the interests of no sect, or party or clique. It is demanded of its pupils only that they be obedient, diligent, and thorough; and of its teachers only that they be loyal to Christ and to their Country, and thoroughly competent. CALENDAR. The academic year is divided into two Terms. The first will begin on Monday, September 18th, and end on Friday, January 26th, interrupted only by the holidays. The second term will begin on Monday, January 29th, and end on Wednesday June 13th. EXPENSES. The new system necessitates a great multiplication of classes, and therefore a greatly increased cost to to the Institution; but it is decided to offer all its advantages at the usual rates. Tuition of all brancheS, except those named below, for the year, . . . . . . . . $40.00 Tuition in French, " " . . . . . . . . . 20.00 Tuition in German, " " . . . . . . . . . 20.00 Lessons on the Piano, " " . . . . . . . . . 45.00 Use of Instrument, " " . . . . . . . . . 10.00 Drawing, " " . . . . . . . . . 20.00 Painting, " " . . . . . . . . . 40.00 Vocal Music, Lessons to single pupils, (Bassini's Method,) per lesson, . . . . . . .50 Tickets to College Lectures on Natural Philosophy, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00 Tickets to " " Chemistry, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00 Tickets to " " Natural History, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.00 Incidentals, (care of rooms, & e.,) for the year, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00 LOCATION. Until the erection of the permanent building, the school will be accommodated in the commodious building about to be vacated by Mr. Elizur Wolcott, near the S. W. corner of the Public Square. The location is central and retired. The internal arrangements will be changed so as to make the rooms large, pleasant and convenient. For any additional information address the Proprietor at Jacksonville, Ill., P. O. Box 293. REFERENCES. Hon. JAMES BERDAN. M. P. AYERS, *Esq., Jacksonville. Hon. WM. F. BEEKMAN, Petersburg, Ill. Hon. HENRY E. DUMMER, MATHEW STACY, Esq., Jacksonville. N. W. BRANSON, Esq., " " EDWARD LAMBERT, Esq., JOHN GOLTRA, Esq., Jacksonville. Rev. GEORGE I. KING, Quincy, " O. D. FITZSIMMONS, Esq., J. T. CASSELL, Esq., Jacksonville. T. M. OVIATT, Esq., Decatur, " WM. D. SANDERS, A. M., Proprietor. Jacksonville, Ill., July 1st, 1865. Ironmonger & Mendenhall, Printers. Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/94a1c410e18f1a6ca7eb165d5a9b884a.pdf 66fbfa062387b03d5708057c03de43cb Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Hillsboro June 30, 1865 Hon. Richard Gates Dear Sir Edmund Miller Esqr, who has resided in our town several years as principal of our Acadamy and formerly connected with the Lutheran College at Springfield, wishes to go on a visit to his native state Virginia. He has been informed that his fathers estate has been [wor??ed] up since the rebellion and that his portion of the estate has been con- fiscated by the rebel government on acct of his residence north. Now I want you to give him a letter to Gov. Pierpoint or "to all whom it may concern" that Mr Miller is all right. I presume you may have some acquaintance with him- if not, you can safely say that his integrity and loyalty are above suspiciion. Your friend L. T. Eccles <hr /> L. T. Eccles Sent the requested letter July 18. '65 Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 20, Folder 07 (June 1-30, 1865) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 2 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource L. T. Eccles to Richard Yates Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1865-06-30 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 514022 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Hillsboro June 30, 1865 Hon. Richard Gates Dear Sir Edmund Miller Esqr, who has resided in our town several years as principal of our Acadamy and formerly connected with the Lutheran College at Springfield, wishes to go on a visit to his native state Virginia. He has been informed that his fathers estate has been [wor??ed] up since the rebellion and that his portion of the estate has been con- fiscated by the rebel government on acct of his residence north. Now I want you to give him a letter to Gov. Pierpoint or "to all whom it may concern" that Mr Miller is all right. I presume you may have some acquaintance with him- if not, you can safely say that his integrity and loyalty are above suspiciion. Your friend L. T. Eccles <hr /> L. T. Eccles Sent the requested letter July 18. '65 Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/e19806578dd22f7a0b572c9d6ca38900.pdf cb7de5bf9c6c340015881d93597b36ab Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Head Quarters Mail Station Alton Ills June 30th 1865 The Honorable Richard Yates Jacksonville Ills I have the honor to request the liberty of stating to you that I am desirous of obtaining the position of a collectorship in some of the States, or Territories, and would respectfully ask to be favored with any recommen- dation from you that you may feel justified in giving me. His Excellency the Gov of Illinois has kindly favored me with a recommendation this morning, in addition to those previously received from Genls Dodge and Copeland I am with considerations of the highest esteem very respectfully Your Obt Sevt <hr /> John H. Kuhn Colonel 144th Ills Infty Vols Comdg. Post P. S. Allow me to state that I have served as Major in the ninth (9) Ills Vols Infty <hr /> John H Kuhn- 144 Ill Alton Ill Wants letter to aid him in getting to be US Collector in some of the Territories or States July 13, 1865 Sent him letter as requested D- Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 20, Folder 07 (June 1-30, 1865) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 3 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource John H. Kuhn to Richard Yates Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1865-06-30 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 514021 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Head Quarters Mail Station Alton Ills June 30th 1865 The Honorable Richard Yates Jacksonville Ills I have the honor to request the liberty of stating to you that I am desirous of obtaining the position of a collectorship in some of the States, or Territories, and would respectfully ask to be favored with any recommen- dation from you that you may feel justified in giving me. His Excellency the Gov of Illinois has kindly favored me with a recommendation this morning, in addition to those previously received from Genls Dodge and Copeland I am with considerations of the highest esteem very respectfully Your Obt Sevt <hr /> John H. Kuhn Colonel 144th Ills Infty Vols Comdg. Post P. S. Allow me to state that I have served as Major in the ninth (9) Ills Vols Infty <hr /> John H Kuhn- 144 Ill Alton Ill Wants letter to aid him in getting to be US Collector in some of the Territories or States July 13, 1865 Sent him letter as requested D- Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/81553a1972564f91244a2ee4dbe0e3af.pdf 4429cd756ce6741a9122a7624b44f848 Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Pay Department, U.S.A. Post of New Albany, Ind. June 30, 1865 Dear Richard Yates Senator from Illinois, Dear Governor: Your kind letter informing me that you had written Mr. Stanton in my behalf was rec'd some time ago. I answered it at the time but the letter may not have reached you. I feel deeply obligated to you for your efforts in my behalf as also do my friends at home. I am informed that no transfer can be made to the Regular Army, as Pay Master, until there is Congressional action as the number is limited by law; this is probably true but the thing will be managed in this way. Those Paymasters <hr /> whom it is decided to transfer to the Regular Army will be retained until Congress meets and a law is passed for their transfer: the remainder of our Corps will be mustered out as soon as the present press of business, arising from mustering out the Army, is over. The whole gist of the matter is to be retained now by the Department until next winter with a view to a transfer. Now is the time to arrange matters as very soon lists will be made subtracting those who will be mustered out. Your influence with Mr. Stanton I am certain could make the retention in my case a certainty. Unless the matter is attended to I fear I will be mustered out in October next. <hr /> Another thing that could be done and would amount to the same thing could be to get my nomination for Brevet Lt. Colonel (which has been done in some cases in the Pay Dept.) on the ground of meritorious services for the past four years. This would be easily done now and would place me in a position of rank which would almost secure my transfer to the Regular Army. May I ask you to give your immediate attention to this subject just as time is now quite important in this matter. I am Governor very sincerely Your friend Geo. Phelps Maj. Geo. Phelps <hr /> July 15, 1865 Sent him letter to Stanton asking for Brevet if cannot be transferred to Regular Army Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 20, Folder 07 (June 1-30, 1865) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 4 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource George Phelps to Richard Yates Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1865-06-30 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 514020 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Pay Department, U.S.A. Post of New Albany, Ind. June 30, 1865 Dear Richard Yates Senator from Illinois, Dear Governor: Your kind letter informing me that you had written Mr. Stanton in my behalf was rec'd some time ago. I answered it at the time but the letter may not have reached you. I feel deeply obligated to you for your efforts in my behalf as also do my friends at home. I am informed that no transfer can be made to the Regular Army, as Pay Master, until there is Congressional action as the number is limited by law; this is probably true but the thing will be managed in this way. Those Paymasters <hr /> whom it is decided to transfer to the Regular Army will be retained until Congress meets and a law is passed for their transfer: the remainder of our Corps will be mustered out as soon as the present press of business, arising from mustering out the Army, is over. The whole gist of the matter is to be retained now by the Department until next winter with a view to a transfer. Now is the time to arrange matters as very soon lists will be made subtracting those who will be mustered out. Your influence with Mr. Stanton I am certain could make the retention in my case a certainty. Unless the matter is attended to I fear I will be mustered out in October next. <hr /> Another thing that could be done and would amount to the same thing could be to get my nomination for Brevet Lt. Colonel (which has been done in some cases in the Pay Dept.) on the ground of meritorious services for the past four years. This would be easily done now and would place me in a position of rank which would almost secure my transfer to the Regular Army. May I ask you to give your immediate attention to this subject just as time is now quite important in this matter. I am Governor very sincerely Your friend Geo. Phelps Maj. Geo. Phelps <hr /> July 15, 1865 Sent him letter to Stanton asking for Brevet if cannot be transferred to Regular Army Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/94a8ca12a73567531e4e9432dca23a87.pdf b6599c49375b7881c10a56999fd44c7e Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Treasury Department Washington June 30th 1865 Dear Governor, I have been very sick (with dysentery) for two weeks past and came up here Sunday evening for a little rest and to arrange for sale of the captured, abandoned & confiscable property collected in my Agency since going to Richmond. I have now on hand about five hundred thousand dollars worth of tobacco - and an immense amt of lumber - iron metals and other property - all of which will sell at Richmond, Petersuburg, Lynchburg, Danville, and Fredericksburg during the months of July and August. I wrote you a long letter while sick explaining delay in writing you and posting you up about all matters in which you feel an interest. I have seen General Grant several times since I came - my wife & I passed an hour with the Genl & [illegible] last evening and I had another interview with him today. He decidedly and unequivocally eschews politics and says "not any of it for him." I mentioned in my last a scheme gotten or rather "getting up" among <hr /> the National Banks. Have heard something more about it here but I still think there is not any definite shape yet given to the movement, though the men having the matter in charge are influential - rich - and politically rather strong - and seem sanguine about making a strong combination - whatever conclusions they arrive at will be made known soon and I will write you more about it. In pursuance of proclamation of the President all Treasury Agents are or will be out of office on first of July. I will still be connected with the Department & Mr Risley for two or three months in settling up and selling out property received from the Army and collected by agents in Va. & elsewhere. Mr Risley is made the General Disbursing Agent of the Dept and all other supervising & asst special agts report to and settle up with him. This may make my connection with the Department more permanent than I have supposed but the length of time it will take to wind up affairs of the agencies is yet all speculation. My agency has been conducted to the entire satisfaction of the Department and Mr McCulloch has recommended me to the President strongly for Collector of the Port of Richmond. The citizens have also sent a strong recommendation and I may get the office. It is worth <hr /> $3,000 to 3500 per annum. Have become very intimately and favorably acquainted with Gov. Pierpont and have aided him considerably about starting in at Richmond under the Alexandria Constitution. He has considerable to contend with and does not find his new executive position a "bed of roses." Reconstruction bothers him wonderfully - and nearly all our politicians in Va. seem afraid to take decided ground on the negro suffrage questions which next to enfranchisement of the rebel, of various grades is the absorbing question. There is a wonderful absence here and in Virginia of the positive and decided tone always assumed by you (in advance of the press and people) at Springfield. Phillips, Sumner & Greely have given the party and the administration a kick which they really staggered under and now the publication of Chase's letter to Mr Lincoln has awakened apprehensions that are discouraging to those who have striven to keep up party organization under this administration. One wing claims that Johnson is after the War Democracy and expects to run his administration to their advantage and win their support in the future for a recompense. Chase it is presumed will modify his views to suit the conservative Republicans and that Phillips Greely & Co will consent to this and keep up the party as organized. The Pomeroy movement of which I wrote you before rather cuts between and they expect all the advantages which can be gained by dissensions in all parties and come in on the "Financial Situation" - ignoring past political dogmas - and have a party devoted to the material development of the country. You will observe that the Ohio State Convention carefully ignored the suffrage question and the party is held (in that State at least) to take the popular platform presented by either the Chase-Johnson - or National Bk. wing of the present Republican or Union organization (of '64). At one time I thought there would be a breach between Stanton and the Administration and that a Sherman (War Democratic & Conciliation party) would loom up - but Sherman shook Stanton just enough to scare him into support and adhesion - and damaged himself (Sherman) enough to keep his Democratic sympathizers from rallying - leaving Grant master of all the advantage that final successes of our Armies could give a General. I have talked frequently with the friends of Genl. Grant who are watching jealously all the points in his favor and they are fully aware of my preferences in the next National Convention and they will act fully in concert with us in whatever may be deemed most expedient. The salary of Lieut General ought to be increased to $20,000 - per annum - and the country owes it to Grant & his family to so provide for him. I do not know your <hr /> views about increasing salaries of military officers - but think you can afford to modify your ideas about public economy &c &c to reward a man who has done so much for his country. You have said more good things than any other man about providing for the families of soldiers - and it does not seem improper that the man who has led our armies through to final triumph should be fittingly remembered by the country. Grant went into the war almost penniless - left wife and children without adequate provision against contingency of death in the service. His personal gallantry in many fields (& on some of them you have been a personal witness) has given us victory where defeat seemed certain. If he had fallen - think of possible prolongation of the war with all its miseries under a new and untried Commander - and think also, Governor of how slow the Republic might be in providing for his family - especially if he had fallen at Vicksburg or Chattanooga. He seeks no office - I heard him say - yesterday - General <hr /> Meade and I only being present, that "I have all I want and all that I deserve" "I would rather be a constable (if it was my duty to serve the people anywhere in a civil capacity) than to have the highest political office as the gift of the people." He refuses all invitations that look like display and he has declined to go to Saratoga, Albany & other places on the fourth of July fearing his going around so much would be misconstrued or misunderstood. He prefers and wants to go to Gettysburg on the 4th but as the other invitations (Saratoga) came first he has felt compelled to decline all. Mrs. Grant told us about meeting you at Chicago and spoke to my wife in the same kind, appreciative way that she did to us about your "kind support of her husband throughout the war" and "hope you would always be his friend." They are living in Georgetown very quietly and pleasantly and the same un-ostentatious style which has always been characteristic of Grant - marks the household and all its surroundings. I am writing near Mr Risley - who often speaks of you with pride and genuine friendly kindness and now asks to ---- be remembered to you. He will be glad to do anything possible for you here and in my absence at Richmond would attend to any important matter you might wish him to look after. I shall leave here Sunday night or Monday morning for New York and after remaining a day will return to Richmond - where I hope you will write me - especially your views about Reconstruction and Suffrage - the latter I desire very much to have your views upon. Please remember my wife & I to Mrs Yates and believe me as ever Faithfully yours, John S. Loomis <hr /> Col J.S. Loomis <hr /> Ans'd July 15, 1865 Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 20, Folder 07 (June 1-30, 1865) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 8 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource John S. Loomis to Richard Yates Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1865-06-30 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 514019 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Treasury Department Washington June 30th 1865 Dear Governor, I have been very sick (with dysentery) for two weeks past and came up here Sunday evening for a little rest and to arrange for sale of the captured, abandoned & confiscable property collected in my Agency since going to Richmond. I have now on hand about five hundred thousand dollars worth of tobacco - and an immense amt of lumber - iron metals and other property - all of which will sell at Richmond, Petersuburg, Lynchburg, Danville, and Fredericksburg during the months of July and August. I wrote you a long letter while sick explaining delay in writing you and posting you up about all matters in which you feel an interest. I have seen General Grant several times since I came - my wife & I passed an hour with the Genl & [illegible] last evening and I had another interview with him today. He decidedly and unequivocally eschews politics and says "not any of it for him." I mentioned in my last a scheme gotten or rather "getting up" among <hr /> the National Banks. Have heard something more about it here but I still think there is not any definite shape yet given to the movement, though the men having the matter in charge are influential - rich - and politically rather strong - and seem sanguine about making a strong combination - whatever conclusions they arrive at will be made known soon and I will write you more about it. In pursuance of proclamation of the President all Treasury Agents are or will be out of office on first of July. I will still be connected with the Department & Mr Risley for two or three months in settling up and selling out property received from the Army and collected by agents in Va. & elsewhere. Mr Risley is made the General Disbursing Agent of the Dept and all other supervising & asst special agts report to and settle up with him. This may make my connection with the Department more permanent than I have supposed but the length of time it will take to wind up affairs of the agencies is yet all speculation. My agency has been conducted to the entire satisfaction of the Department and Mr McCulloch has recommended me to the President strongly for Collector of the Port of Richmond. The citizens have also sent a strong recommendation and I may get the office. It is worth <hr /> $3,000 to 3500 per annum. Have become very intimately and favorably acquainted with Gov. Pierpont and have aided him considerably about starting in at Richmond under the Alexandria Constitution. He has considerable to contend with and does not find his new executive position a "bed of roses." Reconstruction bothers him wonderfully - and nearly all our politicians in Va. seem afraid to take decided ground on the negro suffrage questions which next to enfranchisement of the rebel, of various grades is the absorbing question. There is a wonderful absence here and in Virginia of the positive and decided tone always assumed by you (in advance of the press and people) at Springfield. Phillips, Sumner & Greely have given the party and the administration a kick which they really staggered under and now the publication of Chase's letter to Mr Lincoln has awakened apprehensions that are discouraging to those who have striven to keep up party organization under this administration. One wing claims that Johnson is after the War Democracy and expects to run his administration to their advantage and win their support in the future for a recompense. Chase it is presumed will modify his views to suit the conservative Republicans and that Phillips Greely & Co will consent to this and keep up the party as organized. The Pomeroy movement of which I wrote you before rather cuts between and they expect all the advantages which can be gained by dissensions in all parties and come in on the "Financial Situation" - ignoring past political dogmas - and have a party devoted to the material development of the country. You will observe that the Ohio State Convention carefully ignored the suffrage question and the party is held (in that State at least) to take the popular platform presented by either the Chase-Johnson - or National Bk. wing of the present Republican or Union organization (of '64). At one time I thought there would be a breach between Stanton and the Administration and that a Sherman (War Democratic & Conciliation party) would loom up - but Sherman shook Stanton just enough to scare him into support and adhesion - and damaged himself (Sherman) enough to keep his Democratic sympathizers from rallying - leaving Grant master of all the advantage that final successes of our Armies could give a General. I have talked frequently with the friends of Genl. Grant who are watching jealously all the points in his favor and they are fully aware of my preferences in the next National Convention and they will act fully in concert with us in whatever may be deemed most expedient. The salary of Lieut General ought to be increased to $20,000 - per annum - and the country owes it to Grant & his family to so provide for him. I do not know your <hr /> views about increasing salaries of military officers - but think you can afford to modify your ideas about public economy &c &c to reward a man who has done so much for his country. You have said more good things than any other man about providing for the families of soldiers - and it does not seem improper that the man who has led our armies through to final triumph should be fittingly remembered by the country. Grant went into the war almost penniless - left wife and children without adequate provision against contingency of death in the service. His personal gallantry in many fields (& on some of them you have been a personal witness) has given us victory where defeat seemed certain. If he had fallen - think of possible prolongation of the war with all its miseries under a new and untried Commander - and think also, Governor of how slow the Republic might be in providing for his family - especially if he had fallen at Vicksburg or Chattanooga. He seeks no office - I heard him say - yesterday - General <hr /> Meade and I only being present, that "I have all I want and all that I deserve" "I would rather be a constable (if it was my duty to serve the people anywhere in a civil capacity) than to have the highest political office as the gift of the people." He refuses all invitations that look like display and he has declined to go to Saratoga, Albany & other places on the fourth of July fearing his going around so much would be misconstrued or misunderstood. He prefers and wants to go to Gettysburg on the 4th but as the other invitations (Saratoga) came first he has felt compelled to decline all. Mrs. Grant told us about meeting you at Chicago and spoke to my wife in the same kind, appreciative way that she did to us about your "kind support of her husband throughout the war" and "hope you would always be his friend." They are living in Georgetown very quietly and pleasantly and the same un-ostentatious style which has always been characteristic of Grant - marks the household and all its surroundings. I am writing near Mr Risley - who often speaks of you with pride and genuine friendly kindness and now asks to ---- be remembered to you. He will be glad to do anything possible for you here and in my absence at Richmond would attend to any important matter you might wish him to look after. I shall leave here Sunday night or Monday morning for New York and after remaining a day will return to Richmond - where I hope you will write me - especially your views about Reconstruction and Suffrage - the latter I desire very much to have your views upon. Please remember my wife & I to Mrs Yates and believe me as ever Faithfully yours, John S. Loomis <hr /> Col J.S. Loomis <hr /> Ans'd July 15, 1865 Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/00936402b84659fd05d8bf93040a8f4c.pdf 3159147d6bad5ec8f9d51257beb990c2 Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Louisiana [illegible] June 30 1865 Hon Richard Yates Dear Sir A vacancy is created on the Bench of the Supreme Court for the 6th Judicial Circuit by the death of Chief Justice [illegible] of [illegible]. If you are un- committed on the subject and are disposed I would be glad if you would recommend for the position M Charles D Drake of St Louis MO. I need speak of M D for you know him as a good law- yer and an upright and moral man of [illegible] splendid abilities- [illegible] to me if you conclude to say any- <hr /> thing to the President on his behalf. Yours truly I P Henderson Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 20, Folder 07 (June 1-30, 1865) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 3 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource I. P. Henderson to Richard Yates Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1865-06-30 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 514018 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Louisiana [illegible] June 30 1865 Hon Richard Yates Dear Sir A vacancy is created on the Bench of the Supreme Court for the 6th Judicial Circuit by the death of Chief Justice [illegible] of [illegible]. If you are un- committed on the subject and are disposed I would be glad if you would recommend for the position M Charles D Drake of St Louis MO. I need speak of M D for you know him as a good law- yer and an upright and moral man of [illegible] splendid abilities- [illegible] to me if you conclude to say any- <hr /> thing to the President on his behalf. Yours truly I P Henderson Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/d4b9134c4a92b18441d67f27c430580b.pdf ccc129bcc747a31c2da61ed758a5f323 Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. With Leonard Swett letter 11/26/65 "Longwood," Maryland June 29, '65 Hon Richard Yates Sir About a month since I forwarded to the care of my cousin, Maj D. L. Gold of Springfield Ills. a document received from the officers of the 9th Ind. Cav. recommending my brother Thos. D Shepherd for a Lieutenancy in the Regular Army. My object is sending this to Ills, was to get the signatures of endorsement by the officials of brother's [illegible] [illegible]; the approval of yourself, Gov. O, and Mr Dubois. I have now received it with a hearty approval by each of the above named gentlemen and <hr /> Maj God advises that I apply to you by letter for a special recommendation from yourself. Brother has been in the army nearly ever since the war began and his officers give the highest testimony to his integrity and bravery. If you can grant this you will confer a favor where, I am sure it will be appreciated and heartily acknowledged. I remain with great respect, very truly Annie P. shepherd Care of Dr Gustavus [Myfield?] Matthew's Store Howard Co Maryland Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 20, Folder 07 (June 1-30, 1865) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 3 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Annie P. Shepherd to Richard Yates Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1865-06-28 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 514017 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. with Leonard Swett letter 11/26/65 "Longwood," Maryland June 28. "65 Hon. Richard Yates Sir: About a month since I forwarded to the care of my cousin May: I Lo. Gold of Springfield Ills, a document received from the officers of the 9th Ind. Cav. recommending my brother Thos. D Shepherd for a Lieutenancy in the Regular Army. My object in sending [ith?] Ills, was to get the signature of endorsement by the officials of brothers' [illegible] [shalbe?], the approval of yourself. Gov. O and Mr. Dubois. I have now received it with a hearty approval by each of the above named gentlemen and <hr /> my bold advises that I apply to you by letter for a special recommendation from yourself. Brother has been in the army nearly ever since the war began and his officers give the highest testimony to his integrity and bravery. If you can grant this you will confer a [favor?] where, I am sure it will be appreciated and heavily acknowledged. I remain with great respect, very truly Annie P. Shepherd Case of Dr. Gustavus Warfield Matthew's Store Howard Co. Maryland Brother is at present a member of Co Ko. 9th Med Cavalry. You will oblige by sending letter to myself. <hr /> Miss Annie Shepherd July 22, 1865 Sent The letter [bequest?] Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/e40d2e53570549a5faefeedfbd11be45.pdf d294565ee8792de6f168b7008f2e0a2c Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Macomb Ill. June 28th Dear Governor. Your letter to Secy Stanton was shown me by Mr. Lehandler. I am much obliged to you as I have been again and again since the war began for your kind help to me. I presume from the statement in the Tribune that I have been Breveted, which is but a compliment at best but in my case coming too late as I am a citizen and not entitled to it. I shall move to Huntsville Ala. early next month to follow my profession. It is an experiment, but as I have to begin somewhere I know of no place where I think I can do so well. If it should ever happen that I can be of any Service to you I know of no event that would afford me more pleasure than the occurrence of such an opportunity. Sincerely Your friend S. H. Waters Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 20, Folder 07 (June 1-30, 1865) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 2 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource L. H. Waters to Richard Yates Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1865-06-28 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 514016 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. Macomb Ill. June 28th Dear Governor. Your letter to Secy Stanton was shown me by Mr. Lehandler. I am much obliged to you as I have been again and again since the war began for your kind help to me. I presume from the statement in the Tribune that I have been Breveted, which is but a compliment at best but in my case coming too late as I am a citizen and not entitled to it. I shall move to Huntsville Ala. early next month to follow my profession. It is an experiment, but as I have to begin somewhere I know of no place where I think I can do so well. If it should ever happen that I can be of any Service to you I know of no event that would afford me more pleasure than the occurrence of such an opportunity. Sincerely Your friend S. H. Waters Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/aeab84e927ef4fb376e31ac1cbbf0a80.pdf a25422afeed7219b12175ca52f8e358d Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. New Orleans June 27, 1865 Dear Governor I arrived here on the 11th inst and a few days thereafter Judg Kellogg arrived and in the 25th inst he was installed in his office which he fills with dignity and satisfaction all have greeted him with heartiness and rejoice at his arrival. The Judg is endowed with a good share of Policy with a genial disposition. The fear he entertained while in Jacksonville that he would meet with opposition from some parties here were groundless. That I ascertained immediately upon my arrival. He is surrounded in [illegible] constantly engaged getting scarcely time to read his correspondence much less to answer them, for instances there were over one hundred applicants for positions, and to day over one hundred and fifty that with his regular duties fill up his time full as much as he desires. He will in my opinion fully equal his friends most sanguine expectations. He has today assigned me to duty as a Clerk at $1,600.00 per year with the prospect of an increased position in a short time or as soon as he can make the arrangement. It wold in my opinion be injudicious in the Judg to remove <hr /> all the old officers at present until he understands the workings of the Institution fully. Those changes however in my opinion will be perfected whenever the circumstances require. I have no fearsbut what the Judg will suitably provided for me aided by your [illegible] influence, the Judg and myself are in good health. The weather thus far has not been any more oppressive than in the West. I suppose you are interested in Louisiana Politics. I have explored them to considerable extent, and the result is I find three separate and distinct [illegible]. One with Governor Wells as it Leader (who are as the Gov himself informed me) War Democrats, but in my opinion more Copperhead than War Democrat. They assert that they are in favor of the Free state organization but oppose negro suffrage. The other are in favor of the present State organization with a qualification upon Negro sufferage rather wait a while before extend the franchise to the Negro but willing to do so if necessary to neutralize the Rebel vote, the third party are in favor of the State organization but unqualified in favor the Negro franchise immediately. The first named will undoubtedly succeed as the state is full of rebels returning from the army and <hr /> under the amnesty proclamation are entitled the franchise. Judg Cutter belongs to the second party which in my opinion is almost if not quite obsolete "Confidentially" in my opinion He, Cutter, does not exercise much influence here. He is regarded by both of the other parties as "fishy" ready to go either way which will promote his personal interests. Governor Wells is the leading political [illegible] in this State and in the contest this fall the only question will be the right of franchise for the Negro. I have not defined my position with either side preferring to wait and become more acquainted. Governor Wells invited me to speak but I declined. I would prefer hearing from you upon the above upon the above question before I make any declarations - you are always right and it is safe for me to follow in your wake. You are my benefactor my best friend have rendered me valuable assistance which I hope I may be enabled to reciprocate. Please accept my thanks for your kindness with the hope that your path through life may be [strun?] with [fleurs?] With respect Charles H. Fox <hr /> Chas H. Fox Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 20, Folder 07 (June 1-30, 1865) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 4 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Charles C. Fox to Richard Yates Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1865-06-27 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 514015 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. New Orleans June 27, 1865 Dear Governor I arrived here on the 11th inst and a few days thereafter Judg Kellogg arrived and in the 25th inst he was installed in his office which he fills with dignity and satisfaction all have greeted him with heartiness and rejoice at his arrival. The Judg is endowed with a good share of Policy with a genial disposition. The fear he entertained while in Jacksonville that he would meet with opposition from some parties here were groundless. That I ascertained immediately upon my arrival. He is surrounded in [illegible] constantly engaged getting scarcely time to read his correspondence much less to answer them, for instances there were over one hundred applicants for positions, and to day over one hundred and fifty that with his regular duties fill up his time full as much as he desires. He will in my opinion fully equal his friends most sanguine expectations. He has today assigned me to duty as a Clerk at $1,600.00 per year with the prospect of an increased position in a short time or as soon as he can make the arrangement. It wold in my opinion be injudicious in the Judg to remove <hr /> all the old officers at present until he understands the workings of the Institution fully. Those changes however in my opinion will be perfected whenever the circumstances require. I have no fearsbut what the Judg will suitably provided for me aided by your [illegible] influence, the Judg and myself are in good health. The weather thus far has not been any more oppressive than in the West. I suppose you are interested in Louisiana Politics. I have explored them to considerable extent, and the result is I find three separate and distinct [illegible]. One with Governor Wells as it Leader (who are as the Gov himself informed me) War Democrats, but in my opinion more Copperhead than War Democrat. They assert that they are in favor of the Free state organization but oppose negro suffrage. The other are in favor of the present State organization with a qualification upon Negro sufferage rather wait a while before extend the franchise to the Negro but willing to do so if necessary to neutralize the Rebel vote, the third party are in favor of the State organization but unqualified in favor the Negro franchise immediately. The first named will undoubtedly succeed as the state is full of rebels returning from the army and <hr /> under the amnesty proclamation are entitled the franchise. Judg Cutter belongs to the second party which in my opinion is almost if not quite obsolete "Confidentially" in my opinion He, Cutter, does not exercise much influence here. He is regarded by both of the other parties as "fishy" ready to go either way which will promote his personal interests. Governor Wells is the leading political [illegible] in this State and in the contest this fall the only question will be the right of franchise for the Negro. I have not defined my position with either side preferring to wait and become more acquainted. Governor Wells invited me to speak but I declined. I would prefer hearing from you upon the above upon the above question before I make any declarations - you are always right and it is safe for me to follow in your wake. You are my benefactor my best friend have rendered me valuable assistance which I hope I may be enabled to reciprocate. Please accept my thanks for your kindness with the hope that your path through life may be [strun?] with [fleurs?] With respect Charles H. Fox <hr /> Chas H. Fox Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/6f82da25d80b1c452de0a1ed55a6db21.pdf 8e23e7230c76d30c23358b6e4af69f46 Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. St Louis June 27, 1865 Hon R. Yates I was up at Ft. Leavenworth last week. Met Col. Potter there, he is very anxious to be promoted in the regular army He is now only a captain or Major and I know that others have been promoted in the regular Army that are not as worthy as Potter. I have thought that you could probably assist him in his promotion without interfering with any one of your more [illegible] & [both?] friends <hr /> rights. He claims to be from Ill. as his only relations being there & if he went out of service he should go to Ill to live. He looks upon you as his personal friend and thinks that there is no one in our state in the regular Army that has the same claims he has for promotion by "Brevet" He enclosed me a note as I came away perhaps there is no harm in my sending it to you Would like to have you return it to me here if not troubling you too much. The other case mentioned <hr /> to you in Chicago the papers will be sent you soon. Such cases as that (ie getting transferred to the regular Army) will be competed for by many I presume in our state, but I hope you will Keep my friend Carrie in mind. The Potter case I think you could accomplish just on your picking a srgeant when you are in Washington as I see they have been very liberal in their "Brevets" lately. Should be pleased to hear from you. Address me here & oblige Your friend, R. E. Goodell <hr /> R. E. Gooddell & Capt Potter July 21 186 sent letter for Potter to Goddell. Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 20, Folder 07 (June 1-30, 1865) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 4 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource R. E. Goodell to Richard Yates Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1865-06-27 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 514014 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. St Louis June 27, 1865 Hon R. Yates I was up at Ft. Leavenworth last week. Met Col. Potter there, he is very anxious to be promoted in the regular army He is now only a captain or Major and I know that others have been promoted in the regular Army that are not as worthy as Potter. I have thought that you could probably assist him in his promotion without interfering with any one of your more [illegible] & [both?] friends <hr /> rights. He claims to be from Ill. as his only relations being there & if he went out of service he should go to Ill to live. He looks upon you as his personal friend and thinks that there is no one in our state in the regular Army that has the same claims he has for promotion by "Brevet" He enclosed me a note as I came away perhaps there is no harm in my sending it to you Would like to have you return it to me here if not troubling you too much. The other case mentioned <hr /> to you in Chicago the papers will be sent you soon. Such cases as that (ie getting transferred to the regular Army) will be competed for by many I presume in our state, but I hope you will Keep my friend Carrie in mind. The Potter case I think you could accomplish just on your picking a srgeant when you are in Washington as I see they have been very liberal in their "Brevets" lately. Should be pleased to hear from you. Address me here & oblige Your friend, R. E. Goodell <hr /> R. E. Gooddell & Capt Potter July 21 186 sent letter for Potter to Goddell. Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20 https://www.chroniclingillinois.org/files/original/14f6cb8615f85664c8d649d96d7108b3.pdf 73ce98807d034f19cc78f2afb9bf13e7 Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. June 27, 1865 enter/return enter/return To the President and members of the Cabinet of the United States. <pre> GENTLEMEN: The undersigned beg leave respectfully to represent: That in the appointment of Lewis E. Parsons, Provisional Governor of Alabama, you have placed the executive administration of that State in the hands of a man of notoriously disloyal proclivities and rebellious antecedents, and whose record has been stained with treasonable opposition to the United States Government from the inauguration of the rebellion. He has been a rebel judge of a district court of the so-called confederacy, sitting in judgment upon the lives and property of loyal Union citizens of Alabama. He has also been a member of the rebel legislature of that State, and has twice taken the oath of allegiance to the confederate government. From the inauguration of hostilities by the firing upon Sumpter, he has been a hearty sympathiser with treason, and an efficient and influential co-worker with traitors in their paricidal efforts to destroy this Government. With recommending him for the position conferred upon him, the truly loyal and Union men of Alabama have had nothing to do. The delegation which accompanied him to this city, are all notorious throughout the State for their disloyalty. They were self constituted, or sent by rebel cliques and did not represent or reflect the sentiment of the Union people and loyal element of the State. They have all been active instigators, aiders, and abettors of the rebellion from the beginning, have not breathed a loyal sentiment, nor entertained a loyal, friendly feeling for this Government, or for the administration of Mr. Lincoln, since April, 1861, notwithstanding two of them, to wit: Geo. S. Houston and Nicholas Davis, have resided more than half the period of the war within the federal lines and been protected by federal bayonets. As this delegation has played a prominent part in the programme of deception practiced upon the Executive of the nation, in securing the federal offices in Alabama to the possession of disloyal men, identified in interest and feeling with the old slave dynasty of our State, we beg leave to present for your information the following concise history of the treasonable record of each, as it came under our observation during the first two years of the rebellion. Joseph C. Bradley, of Huntsville, Alabama, has been the collector of the rebel war tax of that State and also Receiver General of the debts due from southern men to northern and western merchants under the sequestration act of the rebel congress; but finding no immediate pecuniary consideration in the office, he soon declined it. He uniformed and otherwise equipped a company of men raised in and about Huntsville, at his own individual expense; baptised them by the name of "JOE BRADLEY REBELS" and sent them to the rebel army to fight against the Government, the Union, and perpetaity of these States, over the disruption of which, he is now here in the City of Washington shedding crocodile tears--not of repentance for his treason, but of hypocrisy and deception, to aid in securing the political control and patronage of the Government to the old slave dynasty and enable that class of men to control the reconstruction policy of the State of Alabama, and keep themselves in political power and authority. He furnished many thousand dollars to a Mrs. Jordon and Mrs. Bradford, two rebel women of Huntsville, for the purchase of contraband medicines and clothing to be run through the federal lines at Nashville, Tennessee, who were detected, arrested, and imprisoned at Nashville, as his excellency the President will probably recollect. Upon the advent of General Mitchel's army into Huntsville, (April 11th, 1862,) Bradley fled south of Tennessee river, within the rebel lines, where he remained consorting and fraternizing with rebels, employing al his energies, wealth, and influence in support of the rebel cause, till the armies of the rebellion were vanquished and overthrown when he concocted the plan of securing the offices of the state government and its patronage in the hands of his confederates intreason; comes up here to Washington, falsely representing himself and his associates as delegated by the truly loyal men of Alabama to represent and reflect their wishes and sentiments; engineers the appointment of rebels, who are his pliant tools, into office; procures the executive pardon, an upon his return home will no doubt be ready and prepared to crucify, at the first opportunity, the President with the whole republican party, if in his power, with more ferocity than Pontius Pilot did the Saviour. Colonel Nicholas Davis went into the seccession convention of Alabama, pledged to the people to resist the mad heresy to the bitter end. He voted against the ordinance in pursuance of his pledge, but asked and obtained leave to change his vote. He has been a member of the rebel congress, was commissioned a colonel in the rebel army, went to Mobile to assume command, but owing to some difficulty about his regiment, returned to Huntsville, took an interest in a gun factory at Pulaski, Tennessee, for the manufacture of arms and munitions of war for the use of the confederacy, and like Bradley, employed all his wealth, energies, and influence in aid of the rebellion. He has been about half the period of the war within the federal lines, enjoying federal protection, but instead of giving his hearty cooperation to the support and defence of the flag of his country, as a truly loyal man would, he has been quite the reverse, and while not openly defiant, still the spirit of resistance is plainly perceptible as lurking in his heart, and is only subdued by the presence of federal bayonets. General George S. Houston left his seat in the U.S. Congress, returned to Alabama and was a Union man up to the attack upon Fort Sumter. He soon after took the stump, beating up for volunteers for the rebel army, canvassed his congressional district, denounced in his speeches the proclamation of Mr. Lincoln calling for seventy-five thousand men as an unwarrantable attempt at coercion, declared it a usurpation of power, unauthorized by the Constitution, or authority of law, and branded him with the epithets of tyrant and despot, put his sons (one as a captain) into the rebel army, and was instrumental in levying a tax of one hundred and fifty per cent (upon the State and county tax of the county) upon the people of Limestone, to clothe and otherwise fit out these county volunteers, (his own sons among the rest,) preparatory to sending them to the rebel army. He was a member of the vigilance committee of Limestone county, a body of men who assumed the prerogative and authority to arrest, bring before them, try, condemn, and execute men suspected of disloyalty to the so-called confederacy. This committee was the chief committee of the county, and held a supervisory control over the sub-vigilance committees, organized in the several precincts, or election districts of the county; and when the reign of terror was inaugurated, and the bloodhounds of slavery let loose with a savage ferocity, upon unoffending and defenceless Union men, when a free negro, and old defenceless preacher </pre> <hr /> 2 was taken up, tried before a sub-vigilance committee, condemned in secret, and forthwith executed by hanging, his heart afterwards cut out and carried upon the point of a bowie-knife through the streets of Mooresville--when an Italian pedlar of tablecloths, who could hardly speak the English language intelligibly, was reported to have been shot in cold blood by these minions of the slave power, under the pretence of being a northern emissary and abolitionist, George S. Houston was not the man to raise his voice, or use his efforts against the perpetration of these barbarous atrocities, notwithstanding, such was his wealth, influence, and prestige of character in that country, that he could have effectually suppressed such violence, had he had the moral or physical courage to have done so. At the meeting of the legislature in November, 1861, he was anxious to represent the State of Alabama in the senate of the rebel congress, and his friends at Montgomery canvassed his claims for the nominations, and as late as the winter of 1863, he refused to sell his crop of cotton to a respectable gentleman of Nashville, alleging that "the Confederate laws prohibited it," thus recognizing the supremacy of the rebel laws, and admitting their paramount authority to the laws of the United States, notwithstanding the federal forces had once had possession of his end of the State, and his intelligence should have admonished him that they would have possession again. Such has been the rebellious record of the Hon. George S. Houston, during these four years of bloody strife and internicine warfare, which he has fomented and encouraged by every means at his command. Yet he comes here now, with his garments stained with the blood of his countrymen, whom he has influenced to rush madly into this awful rebellion, and claims to have been a good loyal Union citizen of the United States, emphatically alleging, that neither "the State of Alabama or himself have ever yet been out of the Union." This is true as to his State, but his record shows that he himself has made most desperate efforts to get out of it. <pre> With the particular incidents connected with the rebel history of Messrs. Saffold and Bibb we are not familiar. It is known that they are slave-holders, belonging to that class who went into rebellion knowingly, voluntarily, and anxiously as a general thing; and from their association with the delegation, it is presumed they have established a record similar to that of the colleagues. Of Mr. Roberts, it is only necessary to say, that he is the editorof the "Montgomery Mail," in order to understand and appreciate the intensity of his hate and bitter opposition to the Federal Government. Such, Mr. President and gentlemen of the Cabinet, is the history in brief of the men (as it came under our personal observation for the first two years nearly of the rebellion) who have come here, and by falsely representing themselves as reflecting the sentiments of the loyal men of Alabama, have induced you to commit the administration of the governmant of the State of Alabama into the hands of disloyal men, and endorse them with the authority and patronage of the Federal Government, whereby they and their associates in treason may retain the political power and control of the State for the benefit and aggrandizement of the old slave dynasty under a reconstructed governmant of their own distroying. Information received from Alabama last night informs us that the truly loyal men of the State had no agency in sending thi selegation here; that they will shortly be heard from; and that the appointment of rebels to place and power will not only not be acquiesced in, but will be productive of much future strife, blood-she, and many evil consquences. This class of men have been instruments of destroying the old government, and are therefore not the fit instruments to mend up the new government, put in motion, or to run the machine after is is repaired. In their oppositiion to the reinstatement of rebels to control and administer the State government during the process of reconstruction, the truly loysl men of Alabama are contending for principle. Their record is unstained by treason. They have sacrificed everything but life and honor for the sake of the flag of their country. Many of them have been driven from the State; others left voluntarily; and escaping from under the despotic rule of the rebellous slave-holder, entered the Union army, and have been fighting to regain their homes, to which, pillaged and desolated, they hoped, though in poverty, once more to return; and, with the cankering curse of slavery destroyed, to spend the remainder of their lives in peace and quiet under a government which they had helped to save, make free, and in the administration of which the would fell safe both in their persons and property. They have beenassured that when the rebellion was crushed out, and its cause destroyed, the political power of the slave-holder should likewise perish. They have read in all the speeches of our worthy chief magistrate that the southern people engaged in this rebellion "must be taught that treason is a crime, and that traitors should be punished,"and they have been led to expect that none but the loyal men would again be permitted to enjoy power and place, and the confidence of the Government in the insurgent States. They have also been let to believe that to excuse or palliate crime, without thorough conversion of the criminal, is but to encourage crime still further; and the pardon and forgiveness of conscious, intelligend and influential traitors against the Government of the United States, without a long probationary repentance, (of which this class of rebels should give unmistakable evidence,) if the rankest kind of injustice. But he appointment of rebels to office in the State of Alabama will disappoint their expectations in this respect. Those of us, however, in this city can find an wxcuse to these appointments, in the belief that the Executive and his Cabinet have been deceived by wicked and designing men, whom we know to be such, and whom the truly loyal men of Alabama will declare to be such as soon as information can reach them. In making this opposition, we are not seeking the overthrow of any but rebels. There are but two parties in Alabama, nor have there been since the rebellion commenced, and these are Union men and secessionists-the former friendly to the Governmant and the latter opposed to it-and the strife for supremacy is not a strife between factions of the same party. The loyal men of Alabama can furnish ability enough to restore the government, and to administer it after so restored, without calling in the aid of slave-holding rebels who have done all in their power to break up and destroy it, and if permitted, will restore it upon a very different basis, and infuse into its organization and machinery a very different spirit of enthusiasm and enterprise from that which slave-holding rebels will adopt. We have lived under the dominion, and are quite familiar with the policy of slave-holdin legislation, the tendency of which has always been to make the rich richer and poor poorer, and the masses degraded and demoralized. Republican liberty and equality among the white race (slave-holders and non-slaveholders) has never existed in the Southern States only in name, since the organization of the Government, and it never will till the political prestige of the old slave-holding dynasty is destroyed-and the progress of the Staates will be retrogade till they become yankeeized by the introduction of free schools, free speech, and free labor, which will never be done till the non-slaveholding element of society is in full and free possession of all political power. We are informed that the rebels who have returned, except the conscripts, are a defiant and disloyal as ever; they have returned with their arms, if not in their hands, they have been deposited </pre> (----) <pre> 3 </pre> where they can readily get possession of them in any future emergency, and they swear vengeance against all Union men as soon as the federal armies are withdrawn, asserting that the fire of resistance is only "smothered, not extinguished," and that it shall burst forth again and will not be quenched till it culminates in the successful achievement of southern independence. <pre> These, we admit are idle threats, but they indicate the feeling that exists; abd with the government of the State in the hands of men who have done all in their power to resist the authority of the United States, these men may be made, very readily, the instruments of much future mischief and blood-shed. We are informed that the rebel General Roddy surrendered a few days ago two thousand of his men at Athens, and with them he turned over onl ninety stand in arms, alleging that the balance had been stollen, thrown away, and lost. Such however is not the fact. They no doubt have been deposited where they can be got again for future use in case of emergency. This is signiticant and shows that evil intent still lurks in the hearts of these rebels. In view of the foregoing staatements and facts, and in view also of the fact that, as we believe, loyal Union men, conscripts, and refugees will not longer consent to submit to the rule and domination of revel slave-holders to control and administer the government of Alabama, (without intending any officious interference,) in behal of our loyal fellow-citizens at home, with all due deference and respect, request the President and the several members of the Cabinet to suspend the official action of the appointees you have made to civil offices in the State of Alabama, except Dr. Monteque, Collector at Mobile, and James Q. Smith, Esq., (we having been informed that all other officers have been appointed upon the recommendation of the rebel delegation, who came prepared with a list,) until the true Union men of Alabama can be heard from. In doing this we are actuated by a desire to avert the calamity of further strife and blood-shed, which we believe will certanily ensue if the attempt be made to force upon the Union men of our State, rebel slave-holders to govern them sstill longer. We have the honor to be, very respectfully, D.H. BINGHAM, Athens, Ala., J.H. LARCOMBE, Huntsville, Ala. </pre> Washington, June 27,1865 (----) DH Bingham JH Larcombe Ala <pre> To </pre> President Johnson _______________ Remostrate against the appointmend of Parsons as Governor of Alabama Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yates Family Papers, Box 20, Folder 07 (June 1-30, 1865) Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Original Format If the image is of an object, state the type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 4 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource D. H. Bingham and J. H. Larcombe to Andrew Johnson Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1865-06-27 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 514013 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource pdf Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Language A language of the resource en Scripto Manages transcriptions of items and files Transcription A written representation of a document or a page. June 27, 1865 enter/return enter/return To the President and members of the Cabinet of the United States. <pre> GENTLEMEN: The undersigned beg leave respectfully to represent: That in the appointment of Lewis E. Parsons, Provisional Governor of Alabama, you have placed the executive administration of that State in the hands of a man of notoriously disloyal proclivities and rebellious antecedents, and whose record has been stained with treasonable opposition to the United States Government from the inauguration of the rebellion. He has been a rebel judge of a district court of the so-called confederacy, sitting in judgment upon the lives and property of loyal Union citizens of Alabama. He has also been a member of the rebel legislature of that State, and has twice taken the oath of allegiance to the confederate government. From the inauguration of hostilities by the firing upon Sumpter, he has been a hearty sympathiser with treason, and an efficient and influential co-worker with traitors in their paricidal efforts to destroy this Government. With recommending him for the position conferred upon him, the truly loyal and Union men of Alabama have had nothing to do. The delegation which accompanied him to this city, are all notorious throughout the State for their disloyalty. They were self constituted, or sent by rebel cliques and did not represent or reflect the sentiment of the Union people and loyal element of the State. They have all been active instigators, aiders, and abettors of the rebellion from the beginning, have not breathed a loyal sentiment, nor entertained a loyal, friendly feeling for this Government, or for the administration of Mr. Lincoln, since April, 1861, notwithstanding two of them, to wit: Geo. S. Houston and Nicholas Davis, have resided more than half the period of the war within the federal lines and been protected by federal bayonets. As this delegation has played a prominent part in the programme of deception practiced upon the Executive of the nation, in securing the federal offices in Alabama to the possession of disloyal men, identified in interest and feeling with the old slave dynasty of our State, we beg leave to present for your information the following concise history of the treasonable record of each, as it came under our observation during the first two years of the rebellion. Joseph C. Bradley, of Huntsville, Alabama, has been the collector of the rebel war tax of that State and also Receiver General of the debts due from southern men to northern and western merchants under the sequestration act of the rebel congress; but finding no immediate pecuniary consideration in the office, he soon declined it. He uniformed and otherwise equipped a company of men raised in and about Huntsville, at his own individual expense; baptised them by the name of "JOE BRADLEY REBELS" and sent them to the rebel army to fight against the Government, the Union, and perpetaity of these States, over the disruption of which, he is now here in the City of Washington shedding crocodile tears--not of repentance for his treason, but of hypocrisy and deception, to aid in securing the political control and patronage of the Government to the old slave dynasty and enable that class of men to control the reconstruction policy of the State of Alabama, and keep themselves in political power and authority. He furnished many thousand dollars to a Mrs. Jordon and Mrs. Bradford, two rebel women of Huntsville, for the purchase of contraband medicines and clothing to be run through the federal lines at Nashville, Tennessee, who were detected, arrested, and imprisoned at Nashville, as his excellency the President will probably recollect. Upon the advent of General Mitchel's army into Huntsville, (April 11th, 1862,) Bradley fled south of Tennessee river, within the rebel lines, where he remained consorting and fraternizing with rebels, employing al his energies, wealth, and influence in support of the rebel cause, till the armies of the rebellion were vanquished and overthrown when he concocted the plan of securing the offices of the state government and its patronage in the hands of his confederates intreason; comes up here to Washington, falsely representing himself and his associates as delegated by the truly loyal men of Alabama to represent and reflect their wishes and sentiments; engineers the appointment of rebels, who are his pliant tools, into office; procures the executive pardon, an upon his return home will no doubt be ready and prepared to crucify, at the first opportunity, the President with the whole republican party, if in his power, with more ferocity than Pontius Pilot did the Saviour. Colonel Nicholas Davis went into the seccession convention of Alabama, pledged to the people to resist the mad heresy to the bitter end. He voted against the ordinance in pursuance of his pledge, but asked and obtained leave to change his vote. He has been a member of the rebel congress, was commissioned a colonel in the rebel army, went to Mobile to assume command, but owing to some difficulty about his regiment, returned to Huntsville, took an interest in a gun factory at Pulaski, Tennessee, for the manufacture of arms and munitions of war for the use of the confederacy, and like Bradley, employed all his wealth, energies, and influence in aid of the rebellion. He has been about half the period of the war within the federal lines, enjoying federal protection, but instead of giving his hearty cooperation to the support and defence of the flag of his country, as a truly loyal man would, he has been quite the reverse, and while not openly defiant, still the spirit of resistance is plainly perceptible as lurking in his heart, and is only subdued by the presence of federal bayonets. General George S. Houston left his seat in the U.S. Congress, returned to Alabama and was a Union man up to the attack upon Fort Sumter. He soon after took the stump, beating up for volunteers for the rebel army, canvassed his congressional district, denounced in his speeches the proclamation of Mr. Lincoln calling for seventy-five thousand men as an unwarrantable attempt at coercion, declared it a usurpation of power, unauthorized by the Constitution, or authority of law, and branded him with the epithets of tyrant and despot, put his sons (one as a captain) into the rebel army, and was instrumental in levying a tax of one hundred and fifty per cent (upon the State and county tax of the county) upon the people of Limestone, to clothe and otherwise fit out these county volunteers, (his own sons among the rest,) preparatory to sending them to the rebel army. He was a member of the vigilance committee of Limestone county, a body of men who assumed the prerogative and authority to arrest, bring before them, try, condemn, and execute men suspected of disloyalty to the so-called confederacy. This committee was the chief committee of the county, and held a supervisory control over the sub-vigilance committees, organized in the several precincts, or election districts of the county; and when the reign of terror was inaugurated, and the bloodhounds of slavery let loose with a savage ferocity, upon unoffending and defenceless Union men, when a free negro, and old defenceless preacher </pre> <hr /> 2 was taken up, tried before a sub-vigilance committee, condemned in secret, and forthwith executed by hanging, his heart afterwards cut out and carried upon the point of a bowie-knife through the streets of Mooresville--when an Italian pedlar of tablecloths, who could hardly speak the English language intelligibly, was reported to have been shot in cold blood by these minions of the slave power, under the pretence of being a northern emissary and abolitionist, George S. Houston was not the man to raise his voice, or use his efforts against the perpetration of these barbarous atrocities, notwithstanding, such was his wealth, influence, and prestige of character in that country, that he could have effectually suppressed such violence, had he had the moral or physical courage to have done so. At the meeting of the legislature in November, 1861, he was anxious to represent the State of Alabama in the senate of the rebel congress, and his friends at Montgomery canvassed his claims for the nominations, and as late as the winter of 1863, he refused to sell his crop of cotton to a respectable gentleman of Nashville, alleging that "the Confederate laws prohibited it," thus recognizing the supremacy of the rebel laws, and admitting their paramount authority to the laws of the United States, notwithstanding the federal forces had once had possession of his end of the State, and his intelligence should have admonished him that they would have possession again. Such has been the rebellious record of the Hon. George S. Houston, during these four years of bloody strife and internicine warfare, which he has fomented and encouraged by every means at his command. Yet he comes here now, with his garments stained with the blood of his countrymen, whom he has influenced to rush madly into this awful rebellion, and claims to have been a good loyal Union citizen of the United States, emphatically alleging, that neither "the State of Alabama or himself have ever yet been out of the Union." This is true as to his State, but his record shows that he himself has made most desperate efforts to get out of it. <pre> With the particular incidents connected with the rebel history of Messrs. Saffold and Bibb we are not familiar. It is known that they are slave-holders, belonging to that class who went into rebellion knowingly, voluntarily, and anxiously as a general thing; and from their association with the delegation, it is presumed they have established a record similar to that of the colleagues. Of Mr. Roberts, it is only necessary to say, that he is the editorof the "Montgomery Mail," in order to understand and appreciate the intensity of his hate and bitter opposition to the Federal Government. Such, Mr. President and gentlemen of the Cabinet, is the history in brief of the men (as it came under our personal observation for the first two years nearly of the rebellion) who have come here, and by falsely representing themselves as reflecting the sentiments of the loyal men of Alabama, have induced you to commit the administration of the governmant of the State of Alabama into the hands of disloyal men, and endorse them with the authority and patronage of the Federal Government, whereby they and their associates in treason may retain the political power and control of the State for the benefit and aggrandizement of the old slave dynasty under a reconstructed governmant of their own distroying. Information received from Alabama last night informs us that the truly loyal men of the State had no agency in sending thi selegation here; that they will shortly be heard from; and that the appointment of rebels to place and power will not only not be acquiesced in, but will be productive of much future strife, blood-she, and many evil consquences. This class of men have been instruments of destroying the old government, and are therefore not the fit instruments to mend up the new government, put in motion, or to run the machine after is is repaired. In their oppositiion to the reinstatement of rebels to control and administer the State government during the process of reconstruction, the truly loysl men of Alabama are contending for principle. Their record is unstained by treason. They have sacrificed everything but life and honor for the sake of the flag of their country. Many of them have been driven from the State; others left voluntarily; and escaping from under the despotic rule of the rebellous slave-holder, entered the Union army, and have been fighting to regain their homes, to which, pillaged and desolated, they hoped, though in poverty, once more to return; and, with the cankering curse of slavery destroyed, to spend the remainder of their lives in peace and quiet under a government which they had helped to save, make free, and in the administration of which the would fell safe both in their persons and property. They have beenassured that when the rebellion was crushed out, and its cause destroyed, the political power of the slave-holder should likewise perish. They have read in all the speeches of our worthy chief magistrate that the southern people engaged in this rebellion "must be taught that treason is a crime, and that traitors should be punished,"and they have been led to expect that none but the loyal men would again be permitted to enjoy power and place, and the confidence of the Government in the insurgent States. They have also been let to believe that to excuse or palliate crime, without thorough conversion of the criminal, is but to encourage crime still further; and the pardon and forgiveness of conscious, intelligend and influential traitors against the Government of the United States, without a long probationary repentance, (of which this class of rebels should give unmistakable evidence,) if the rankest kind of injustice. But he appointment of rebels to office in the State of Alabama will disappoint their expectations in this respect. Those of us, however, in this city can find an wxcuse to these appointments, in the belief that the Executive and his Cabinet have been deceived by wicked and designing men, whom we know to be such, and whom the truly loyal men of Alabama will declare to be such as soon as information can reach them. In making this opposition, we are not seeking the overthrow of any but rebels. There are but two parties in Alabama, nor have there been since the rebellion commenced, and these are Union men and secessionists-the former friendly to the Governmant and the latter opposed to it-and the strife for supremacy is not a strife between factions of the same party. The loyal men of Alabama can furnish ability enough to restore the government, and to administer it after so restored, without calling in the aid of slave-holding rebels who have done all in their power to break up and destroy it, and if permitted, will restore it upon a very different basis, and infuse into its organization and machinery a very different spirit of enthusiasm and enterprise from that which slave-holding rebels will adopt. We have lived under the dominion, and are quite familiar with the policy of slave-holdin legislation, the tendency of which has always been to make the rich richer and poor poorer, and the masses degraded and demoralized. Republican liberty and equality among the white race (slave-holders and non-slaveholders) has never existed in the Southern States only in name, since the organization of the Government, and it never will till the political prestige of the old slave-holding dynasty is destroyed-and the progress of the Staates will be retrogade till they become yankeeized by the introduction of free schools, free speech, and free labor, which will never be done till the non-slaveholding element of society is in full and free possession of all political power. We are informed that the rebels who have returned, except the conscripts, are a defiant and disloyal as ever; they have returned with their arms, if not in their hands, they have been deposited </pre> (----) <pre> 3 </pre> where they can readily get possession of them in any future emergency, and they swear vengeance against all Union men as soon as the federal armies are withdrawn, asserting that the fire of resistance is only "smothered, not extinguished," and that it shall burst forth again and will not be quenched till it culminates in the successful achievement of southern independence. <pre> These, we admit are idle threats, but they indicate the feeling that exists; abd with the government of the State in the hands of men who have done all in their power to resist the authority of the United States, these men may be made, very readily, the instruments of much future mischief and blood-shed. We are informed that the rebel General Roddy surrendered a few days ago two thousand of his men at Athens, and with them he turned over onl ninety stand in arms, alleging that the balance had been stollen, thrown away, and lost. Such however is not the fact. They no doubt have been deposited where they can be got again for future use in case of emergency. This is signiticant and shows that evil intent still lurks in the hearts of these rebels. In view of the foregoing staatements and facts, and in view also of the fact that, as we believe, loyal Union men, conscripts, and refugees will not longer consent to submit to the rule and domination of revel slave-holders to control and administer the government of Alabama, (without intending any officious interference,) in behal of our loyal fellow-citizens at home, with all due deference and respect, request the President and the several members of the Cabinet to suspend the official action of the appointees you have made to civil offices in the State of Alabama, except Dr. Monteque, Collector at Mobile, and James Q. Smith, Esq., (we having been informed that all other officers have been appointed upon the recommendation of the rebel delegation, who came prepared with a list,) until the true Union men of Alabama can be heard from. In doing this we are actuated by a desire to avert the calamity of further strife and blood-shed, which we believe will certanily ensue if the attempt be made to force upon the Union men of our State, rebel slave-holders to govern them sstill longer. We have the honor to be, very respectfully, D.H. BINGHAM, Athens, Ala., J.H. LARCOMBE, Huntsville, Ala. </pre> Washington, June 27,1865 (----) DH Bingham JH Larcombe Ala <pre> To </pre> President Johnson _______________ Remostrate against the appointmend of Parsons as Governor of Alabama Status The current transcription status of a document or a page. Complete Percent Completed The percentage of pages with Completed status. 100 Weight A 6-digit number used to sort items quickly. 20