Amos T. Akerman to John L. Murphy, 11 February 1871

Feb. 11, 1871. Hon. John L. Murphy, Asso. Justice of the Sup. Ct. of Montana Terr. Knoxville, Tenn. Sir: Your letter of the 9th instant has been received. I think it very desirable that the courts should be regularly held in the Territories—and though I have no doubt that your reasons are good for delaying your departure until the first of March, yet I shall be very much gratified if you can arrive in the Territory in season to hold Court at the appointed time. I am unable to say with certainty when the Courts will be held—but have communicated to day to Mr. Maynard for your behalf all the information on that subject of which I am in possession. Very respectfully, A. T. Akerman, Attorney General.