July 13, 1863 [Monday].
Hon. E. M. Stanton, Secretary of War
My Dear Sir:
The bearer here of is Mr. Fisher, the father of Lt. W. J. Fisher of the 10th Regt., U. S. Infantry, who is reported killed in the battle of Gettysburg; he is seeking his son’s body and any facility you can afford him will be gratefully appreciated by him and yours most truly.
William Cannon, Gov. Del

William Cannon to Edwin Stanton
