E. J. Montague to Richard Yates

Belleville, Ills. Feb. 28, 1861

Friend Yates,

I feel too, kindly and friendly towards you for your flattering recommendation to commence with "His Excellency," or even Dear Gov. I must say "friend." Accept my warmest thanks for your kindness, and though I should not succeed, I shall ever cherish the most grateful recollections of your favor and kind wishes.

Yours Most Sincerely,

E. J. Montague

E. J. Montague

Belleville Ills.

Filed

Letter of thanks.