Amos T. Akerman to J. R. McBride, 25 November 1871

Nov. 25, 1871. J. R. McBride, Esq. Boise City, Idaho Sir: Your letter of the 10th instant requesting a direction to the District Attorney of Idaho to continue until the next April term the suit against the sureties of H. W. Maulton, the defaulting Marshal, has been received. I do not feel at liberty to give the direction which you desire. Since the expiration of the time allowed to Mr. Maulton for a settlement, the 1st of Oct. there has been ample time for service of any process against him, unless he has absconded, which I do not understand to be the case. I do not see therefore that there is any reason for present indulgence to the sureties, on account of that indulgence to their principal. Very respectfully, A. T. Akerman, Attorney General.