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promised his influence to elect Mr. B it was with the declared or im- plied understanding that he did not hear from Mr. Leonard + Mr. Bates was altogether too hasty in feeling that "his calling" + election was sure. I regret that he has made such a sacrifice but I think he is mistaken about there being a strong desire to have him go, so far as the regt is concerned.

     I saw him yesterday +

stated to him just how I received the matter + told him if he were my particular friend, as tho therse field officers + five or six of the captains really prefered some other one simply because they knew ^ that other one , I would advise him to withdraw. He called upon me this morning + said he had concluded to do so + apply for the office in the 2nd Maine. I have this day written to Dr. [M?] + others if his friends will labor for him. I like him + did [bestow?] to see him in that office. If you can help him I hope you

        Yours A Battles