Executive Office, Madison, Dec. 23, 1861.
His Excy. Gov. Kirkwood, Iowa:
Dear Sir: — It seems to me that the large amount of
labor and responsibility thrown upon the executives of the several states
during the past season entitle them to some consideration at the hands of
congress. In all cases where forces enough have been sent from any state to
entitle the state to an appointment of a Major-General, the Governor ought to
be paid the compensation of a Major-General. In all other cases to be paid the
compensation of a Brigadier-General, and congress ought to make an
appropriation for the purpose. I propose that we make common cause with our
members of congress to favor such an act. If the idea meets your approval,
please write your members on the subject.
Very respectfully,
Alex. W. Randall.
SOURCE: State Historical Society of Iowa, Iowa Historical Record, Volumes 1-3, Volume
2, No. 3, July 1886, p. 322-3
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