Richard Yates to George B. McClellan

Executive Department,

Springfield Ills. May 7th, 1861.

Gen G. B. McClellan,

Cincinnati Ohio,

Dear Sir,

Your Telegraphic Dispatch of this date has been received. In compliance with your request, I have the honor to send you, as a confidential Messenger, Hon John M. Palmer, a gentleman of the highest standing in whose sound judgment and discretion you can fully confide.

Very Respectfully,

Your Obt Serv't.

Richard Yates.

Governor.