Edward Johnstone, Letter, , Lee Co., IA, to JS, , Hancock Co., IL, 23 June 1844; handwriting and signature of Edward Johnstone; dockets in handwriting of and ; one page; JS Collection, CHL.
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I have this moment recd. your favor of this day per the hands of Mr. Adams. I regret to say in reply that I am now awaiting every moment a boat for , whither my business requires me to go, & which of course will deter me from acceding to your request— I have introduced Mr. Adams to a friend, who is entirely c[o]mpetent to do full justice to your cause.