Letter signed Wm. D. Wood [William D. Wood], Head Quarters, State of Missouri, Adjutant General's Office, St. Louis, to Governor [Hamilton R. Gamble], March 3, 1863
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- Hamilton Rowan Gamble Papers | Letter signed Wm. D. Wood, Headquarters, State of Mo., St. Louis, to Governor [Gamble]. I had a long conversation with Genl. Curtis at his house last night and he said he has the impression you were opposed to him. Upon learning you, too, are a Mason, he said he could speak more freely with you hereafter. In speaking of the conspiracy on foot in the Legislature to depose the provisional government, he said he did not believe there was anything in it. He knew Hayward was strongly inimical to you and who had the confidence of the Radicals. Farrar had distinctly said there was nothing in the matter. The General proposes to come up to Jefferson to hear Anderson’s eulogies upon Lyon, and may he stay with you at the executive mansion? Col. King called in this morning and declined the Colonelcy of the 8th Cavalry, but will accept the Lt. Colonelcy of Hall’s regiment if you will give it to him. His brother, Capt. King, who is reported to be an excellent officer, and has been in command of a battalion of his regiment, might be appointed to one of the vacant commands, his company having been mustered out. Warmoth is still here awaiting your decision in regard to the Colonelcy of the 8th. I sent you an application last night from Capt. Murphey of the 1st Mo. Artillery strongly endorsed by Herron and others. He is said to be a good disciplinarian. His bravery is beyond question. Individuals mentioned include Genl. Curtis, Hayward, Farrar, Anderson, Lyon, Col. King, Capt. King, Hall Warmoth, Capt. Murphey. Subjects mentioned include Legislature, Radicals. (4 pages), 1863 Mar 3
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