Richard Yates to Edwin M. Stanton

Nov 28th 4.

Hon E M Stanton

Secretary of War

Washington D.C.

Dear Sir:

I would respectfully call your attention to the case of M V Markham of McDonough Co. and affidavit of his father praying for his discharge. The case is one worthy of your attention and I would earnestly request that a discharge be granted immediately.

Please inform me of action taken

Very Respectfully

Richd Yates

Governor