Alfred W. Perry to Richard Yates

Geneseo, Nov 5th 1864

To His Excellency

Gov Yates.

Dear Sir,

Mr S. T. Cooke late Captain of Company F. Second Regmt Conn. Volunteers now a resident of this place desires the the post of Commissary or some other position that is now vacant in this State or elsewhere.

Having entire confidence in his capacity & integrity we cheerfully reccommend him to your favorable consideration for such an appointment.

Resp Yrs

Alfred W. Perry

Jas. W. Topping

Perry A. W. & Topping J. W.

Geneseo Nov 5/64

Recommending Capt S. T. Cooke. late of 2nd Conn Vols. who desires the position of comry

Personal appln File H.