Transcribed from "Judge Ewart Offers to Organize Company," French Broad Hustler (Hendersonville), 29 June 1916.
[circa 26 June 1916]
Hon. Locke Craig, Governor,
Raleigh, N.C.
Dear Sir:
In the event of war with Mexico and a call for volunteers, I hereby offer my services to the state and obligate myself to raise a company of the required number in thirty days' notice, in this and adjoining counties.
Very truly yours,