May 9th, 1917.
Major Z. B. Vance,
Fort Niagara, New York.
My dear Major Vance:-
Your letter of the 6th just received and I appreciate your desire to serve with the troops of your native State. I do not know just what my authority in the premises will be, but I assure you that I shall give to your letter at the proper time the most careful and sympathetic consideration.
With much respect, I beg to remain,
Very truly yours,
[unsigned]
B/G
