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

William Cannon to Edwin Stanton

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