Chicago, July 25, 1850
Dear Sir:—
Having listened with great satisfaction to the chaste and beautiful eulogism on the character and services of Zachary Taylor, late President of the United States, pronounced by you before the citizens of Chicago, and desirous that the public at large may participate in the pleasure enjoyed by those who had the good fortune to be present on the occasion, we respectfully request that you will furnish a copy of your address for publication.
With great regard
Your obedient servants
L. C. Kercheval, City Committee
Richard J. Hamilton,
For the Committee Common Council City of Chicago.
To Hon. A. Lincoln
Chicago, July 26, 1850