Juncker, Henry D., Bishop of Alton, Cairo, Illinois, to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell, of Cincinnati, Ohio, 1863 April 30

He writes to ask a favor for an unfortunate family. Col. W. Ashley of Jonesboro was arrested at Cairo for having expressed too frankly his attachment for the South. He has been brought before the war tribunal at Cincinnati. If Purcell can do anything for the family, it will be a great charity for the family. Ashley and his family were converted three years ago. Juncker fears for Illinois, especially the southern part. May God protect them from anarchy. :: II-5-b A.L.S. French 2pp. 12mo.