Washington Hunt to Edwin M. Stanton

(Copy)

Lockport N.Y.

1st August 1862.

Dear Sir,

I would cordially unite in recommending the application of Jacob H. Holt Esqr for a commission.

Before he removed to Illinois he lived in this State, served in our Legislature, and was highly respected by a large circle of friends.

You can rely on him to serve the Government with zeal, capacity & fidelity.

With great respect

Your Obt Servant

(Signed) Washington Hunt

To,

Hon. E.M. Stanton &c

Jacob H Holt.

Monmouth,

Aug. 13.

Wants a position as Quarter Master; references to ex Gov Hunt of N.Y.; Gen Halleck, Gen Hitchcock & others.

Ansd 17 Sept.

Would be happy &c if ad

Excuse delay