Louis Weichmann

[Gene C]

Dave Taylor posted this fascinating link in another thread where I read this letter from Louis Weichmann from 1896
http://alplm-cdi.com/chroniclingillinois.../show/8325

Seems to me like he was never quite able to get over the criticism of his testimony at the conspirators trial, and is still looking for validation and affirmation of his testimony and actions. Weichmann would have been in his mid 50's at the time this letter was written

And another letter asking Bingham for his support in getting a government job. "My life has been trial and persecution. Persecution by the Democratic party and I regret to say by leading church dignitaries in the Church were I was reared. This has made it all the more bitter."
http://alplm-cdi.com/chroniclingillinois.../show/8293