Thomas H. Clark to B. M. Mun

B. M. Mun Esq

Cairo

   Dr Sir

       I looked for Some action on part of Capt. Talmadge as to My (enlistment? )- and a return to My home but thus far, disappointed of all and only Means To live as free as I want honorably I would not mind it.  I had a hope you would See him about it.- He certainly must be assured by this time that there is not the Slightest blot upon me, and it don't Seem to Me possible that he would desire to crush one that has always defended this County with fidelity- if you Can accomplish (illegible) or Justice to Me - I will feel unduly bound and grateful

                                        Respectfully Yours

                                                           Tho's H Clark

Cairo Aug 21sd 1864

I have nothing to do with your case now - I have recommended that you have the (parole?) of the Post of Columbus if you can give (lands ?)- Beyond this I can do nothing for you

                            Isaac M. Talmage

                                Please return this paper to -

                                                     Tho's H Clark

                                                        Mound City, Ills.

Smith

fellow from Columbus