Title
William Hunter to Richard Yates
Publisher
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
Date
1865-02-27
Format
pdf
Language
en
Identifier
511872
Transcription
Memphis Tennessee
February 27 1865.
Hon Richard Yates
U.S. Senate
Washington City
Dear Sir
I am confidentially informed that the present incumbant in the office of U.S. District Attorney for the District of West Tennessee will probably tender his resignation on account of ill health. Should such be the case I respectfully request your influence with the President to procure for me the appointment.
Very Respectfully
Your Obt Serv
Wm Hunter
Late Lieut. Col. 32 Ills Inf
I would cheerfully accept a similar appointment in any of the Southern States, which may soon be re organized. would prefer Alabama
Status
Complete
Percent Completed
100
Weight
20
Original Format
1