H. G. McPike to William H. Bailhache

Alton Aug 26 1862

Wm H Bailhache Esqr

Dear Sir: I have the pleasure to introduce 1st Sergeant O. A. Taylor of 13th Infantry U.S.A. of our city. He is a well informed officer and it is desired that he placed in a more effective position. Will you do me the favor to introduce him to Gov Yates, and lend him such assistance as convenient, by doing which you will much oblige me.

Remember me to your family

Yours Truly

H. G. McPike

H G McPike is all right. What he says may be relied on

W H Bailhache

H. G. McPike

Alton Aug 26/62

Introducing 1st Sergt O A Taylor U.S.A.