TITLE: The war of the rebellion: a compilation of the official records of the Union and Confederate armies. / Series 1 - Volume 30 (Part IV) AUTHOR: United States. War Dept., John Sheldon Moody, Calvin Duvall Cowles, Frederick Caryton Ainsworth, Robert N. Scott, Henry Martyn Lazelle, George Breckenridge Davis, Leslie J. Perry, Joseph William Kirkley PUBLISHER: Govt. Print. Off., Washington, 1890 Page A Production Note Cornell University Library produced this volume to preserve the informational content of the deteriorated original. The best available copy of the original has been used to create this digital copy. It was scanned bitonally at 600 dots per inch resolution and compressed prior to storage using ITU Group 4 compression. Conversion of this material to digital files was supported by the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation. Digital file copyright by Cornell University Library 1995. This volume has been scanned as part of The Making of America Project, a cooperative endeavor undertaken to preserve and enhance access to historical material from the nineteenth century. Page B Title Page Page 1 THE WAR OF THE REBELLION: A COMPILATION OF THE OFFICIAL IIRECO1RD~3 OF THE UNION AND CONFEDERATE ARMIES. PREPARED BY The late Lieut. Col. ROBERT N. SCOTT, Third U. S. Artillery. PUBLISHED UNDER THE DIRECTION OF The Hon. REDFIELD PROCTOR, Secretary of War, BY MAJ. GEORGE B. DAVIS, U. S. A., MR. LESLIE J. PERRY, MR. JOSEPH W. KIRKLEY, Board of Publication. SERIES IVOLUME XXXIN FOUR rARTS. PART IV. CORRESPONDENCE... UNION AND CONFEDERATE. WASHINGTON: GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE, 1890 Page 2 ~1 ~Jsd~V~ 77\ ~N Page 3 PAIIRT IV.VOL. XXX. ) CORRESPONDENCE, ORDERS, AND RETURNS RELATING TO OPERATIONS IN KENTUCKY, SOUTHWEST VIR- GINIA, TENNESSEE, MISSISSIPPI, NORTH ALABAMA, AND NORTH GEORGIA, FROM AUGUST 11, 1863, TO OCTOBER 19, 1863. UNION CORRESPONDENCE, ETC. * HEADQUARTERS FIFTEENTH ARMY CORP~A, On board Atlantic, Helena, Ark., October 1, 18634 p. m. [General GRANT:] DEAR GENERAL: My boat arrived here an hour ago, and the pilots are gone to sound the bar. River very low, and we will surely have to land our men and stock, and pass round the bar, and even then it is doubtful if this boat can pass. River is lower than ever known before. I have sent one of my staff up to General Buford to learn the news. I have papers of the 25th. Rosecrans is at Chattanooga awaiting re-enforcements. Bragg threatens him close at hand. The newspapers announce that Rose- craus is already re-enforced by Buruside and Sherman. They will doubtless hold us accountable for not passing by magic from Black River to Chattanooga. It will be as much as I expect to get to Mem- phis to-morrow, and all the Second Division is behind me. We found plenty of wood at Griffins Landing, 10 miles below Greenville, and plenty here. The wood at Griffins is about a mile back, and is represented by one of my staff at 4,000 cords. It would well pay to send up and haul it to the bank. To move troops along the river, wood-yards must be established. It would be better for the Fourth Division to come on without waiting for the return of these boats, and work their way up on small boats as best they can. I will send your letters up to Cairo by a staff officer. Minnie is much better, but Willie, my oldest boy, is very sick. I will push matters from Memphis with all possible energy, but no amount of energy will move a sand-bar. Yours, in haste, W. T. SHERMAN, ]1II~jor- General, Commanding. ~ From October 1 to 19. The Union Correspondence, etc., from August 11 to Sep~ teinber 30, 1863, appear in Part III. (3) 1 R RvQb XXX, PT I Page 4 4 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., IN. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. WASHINGTON, October 1, 186311.30 p. m. (Received 4th.) Major-General HURLBUT, Memphis: Your dispatch of 27th received. * All available forces must be pushed on toward Rosecrans as fast as possible. Your attention must be directed particularly to repair of railroad and the transpor- tation of supplies toward Decatur. H. W. HALLECK, General-in- Chief. HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Memphis, Tenn., October 1, 1863. Major-General HALLECK, General-in-Chief, Washington, D. C.: GENERAL: I send you the report of a scout who has just retu: ned from the South. I have very closely examined him, and from the passes in his possession and my knowledge of the persons and places spoken of, have no doubt he has been where he alleges himself to have been. The position of the Blakely 600-pounder guns at Charleston is mi- portant. They are at the point of the battery and can be avoided by passing close to Castle Piuckney, as they do not give much elevation to the pieces. His statements as to troops below my immediate line, I know to be substantially correct. A copy has also been forwarded to Major- General Grant. We are very much hindered by the low water in all the rivers, by want of forage, and want of fuel below this point. Your obedient servant, ~. A. HURLBUT, Major- General. [Inclosure.] The strength of the Confederate army of General Bragg at the time he retreated from Chattanoogahis whole forcewas not over 20,000 men, but now he has Buckners division of about 8,000 men. General Longstreet brought out with him 18,000 men, although the transportation in Richmond was issued for 21,000 men, but he left Andersons brigade (3,000 men) in Charleston. Longstreet has in his corps one hundred and fifty pieces of artillery. The whole of the Washington Artillery is with him. They have four batteries, four guns in each battery. He left, however, some of his artillery with Picketts division in Virginia. Johnston had sent to Bragg Frenchs division (about 5,000 men); also of Breckinridges division 4,500. General Breckinridge had over 8,000 in his division, but they had sent some off to General Beauregard. Therefore General Bragg had at the last battle about 60,000 men, for a brigade of Longstreets was on their way yet. General Beauregard has between 12,000 and 13,000 men in Charles- ton, and a brigade at Pocotaligo (besides three regiments of six- months State troops), and about the same number in Savannah. * See Part III, p. 888 Page 5 CHAP. XLII.] COIIRESVo~DENCE, ETC.UNIoN. General Lee has about 64,000 men, as from the best information I could get his whole army was not more than 85,000 before Long- street left with his corps. Longstreets corps is as strong as A. P~ Hills, if not stronger. Ewells corps is the smallest of all three, ~and has only between 20,000 and 25,000 men. So taking Stuarts cavalry, which is hardly 10,000 strong (from the best information I could get he has not got that many), it will figure up 85,000, and iiow 21,000 off, so Lee has got about 64,000 men, and they are all stationed between Orange Court-House and Culpeper; but Ewell has to be watched, for he will slip off to Knoxville if Meade lets Lee alone. Johnston has now at Meridian, Miss., Lorings division of about 8,000 men (infantry), and between Meridian and Vicksburg are Cosbys and Whitfields cavalry brigades. Cosby has 1,800, Whit- field 2,200 and 1,000 of the cavalry which was there before they cameall of these commanded by Jackson. Between Grenada and Panola are Chalmers aiid General George (of the State troops). Chalmers has 1,500 and George 1,200. Gen- eral Chalmers headquarters is at Grenada. At New Albany, Miss., General Fergusoii has Boyles (Alabania) regiment, Barteans (Second Tennessee), amid the Second Alabama, and about 1,000 of Richardsons Tennessee conscripts. Sol. Street and Captain White are there with the command of battalions. Major Inge has a large battalion at Tupelo, and Major Ham has a battalion 6 miles northeast of Lewistown. Maj. Gen. S. D. Lee has the coni- mand of all the above-named cavalry in Johnstons department. Brigadier-General Roddey has 2,700 men, and has his headquarters in Huntsville, Ala. At Pollard, Ala., on the Florida line, is stationed Clantons brigade. In the city of Mobile are parts of the Seventeenth and Twenty-ninth Alabama. STATIONS ON THE MEMPHIS AND OHIO RAILROAD. At Okolona, Miss., two batteries are stationedOwens, of 6- pounders, and Buckner, of 2-pounders. The 2-pounders will work at a distance from 800 to 1,000 yards. At Columbus, Miss., are also two batteries, Ricos and Thralls, with 120 men, and a company of cavalry who are doing the con- scripting business for Brig. Gen. Gideon J. Pillow, whose headquar- ters are at that place. They belong to the Fourth Mississippi Cavalry. This regiment is stationed at Kosciusko, Miss. Columbus has been fortified with 20-odd miles of earth-works and ditches. It would take about 50,000 men to occupy these fortifica- tionsa small number could not do any good. Engineer Low[?], who fortified the place, said it was thought it may be of use to General Bragg in the future. The town is situated on the east side of Tom- bigbee River. The river is bridged with a very long bridge. Near the bridge is a small stockade, which can hardly keep 20 men in it a dash of 100 cavalrymen can take it. The river can be forded at Main street, but this ford is fortified with ditches and earth-works. But there is a ford 3 miles below the town, which is not well forti- fied, and they could not stop the crossing of cavalry as well as in town. But the best place to cross the Tombigbee River is between Cotton Gin and Aberdeen, Miss. In Columbus can be found several millions of Government goods, as Maj. W. J. Amiderson has there (at the arsenal building) one of the largest armny clothing factorie Page 6 6 KY., sw. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [ChAP. xiii. in the Confederacy, and plenty of every other article usually found in the quartermasters department. All the above-mentioned places are nnder the command of Brig. Gen. Dan. Ruggles, who will not fight, bnt run. If our cavalry makes a raid on the Memphis and Ohio Railroad, and passes through Columbns~ they should get hold of a man by name of Griesem, in William Cadys livery stable; also a nigger man named Guss, at Cadys Hotel. The above-named men are well acquainted with the roads and fords in the States of Mississippi and Alabama, as they have been stage and wagon drivers most of their lives. Close to Columbus lives a gentleman by the name of George Field, who is and has been thoroughly loyal to the old Union, and would do most anything to break np the rebellion; he conld give information abont the Confederates movements. Mr. Yonng, in that neighborhood, has 150 000 bnshels of corn. At West Point is stationed one company with two cannon. Gen- eral Chalmers baggage is there. Major-General Gholsons (of the State troops) headqnarters is at Tibbee Station. Out of over 1,700 drafted men he hardly got 500, and these are in militia camp, at Tibbee, but 50 well-drilled men can run them out of the place. This side of the station is a bridge, and has a stockade like the one at Columbus. At Macon, Miss., several hnndred yards below the depot, is a bridge that has a stockade like the one above. At Landerdale, Miss., are General Johnstons main army hospitals. There are two bridges, one above and one below the place. They have no stockades, however. At Meridian, General Johnstons headqnarters, is stationed Adams brigade (of Lorings division, all Mississippi troops). The balance of Lorings division are stationed a few miles below, so whenever Mobile is attacked, General Johnston will go down with Lorings division. The fortifications around Mobile, Ala., about 5 miles from the city, are three ~broad and deep ditches, which run all around the city. No. 1 has the entrance on the southeast side. No. 2 is situated on the east side of the river opposite Saint Michael street, the en- trance being on the south side. * Going down the river with the Mobile and Great Northern Rail- road boat, and as the boat turns to the left to get into the bay (which takes it to the river running to Tensas, the landing of the Mobile and Great Northern Railroad, on the right end of that turn is situated a battery of three 32-pounder rifled guns and one 10-inch. This is called the Spamiish battery. A little down the bay, on the left, is one battery of six 32-pounders, called Pintons battery. Between this and Fort Morgan are four more batteries, at Choctaw~ Cedar Plain, Grand Spell, and Light-House battery. All of these have six guns, 32-pounders, rifled. At Fort Morgan are about 600 men of the First Confederate (from Georgia); they are drilled for infantry and artillery service, and about as many men in Fort Gaines. In Fort Gaines are eighty guns (most of them 32-pounders) and fifteen howitzers; these howitzers are in case of a land attack. In Fort Morgan are over one hundred guns amid sonic howitzers. The two guns from Fort Sumter, which snuk time steamer Keokuk, are now in Fort Morgan. There are at Mobile two gun- boats called the lorgan and Gaines; each of these has on deck Sketch following omitted Page 7 CHAP. XLII.] P7 CORIWSPONDFNCE, FTC. IJIN JON. (they have no holes) ten gulls; also one boat called the Montgomery, about the size of a very small coal barge, which has eight guns also two very little ones, heavily covered with iron. They can hardly move. There is very little of them outside of the water.~ They have six guns each, and made to fire with one gun in front or back and with three guns in each side by putting the front or back gun to the side. There is also one floating battery made of heavy iron, about 10 feet high. The battery is round, well finished, and has six 32-pounders. I spoke with many men in Mobile who are in official employment; they told me the place could be taken by land, and the sign of it is that they have fortified Chickasaw Bluff on the Alabama River, 25 miles by water and 10 miles by land from Selma, Ala. They are thinking if Mobile is taken by land, the forts will be starved out and our fleet could go up the Alabama River to Mont- gomery; therefore they are fortifying these bluffs. In Mobile goes the report that Marten Key, West Indies, is a sta- tion for Confederate vessels. TOWNS AND CITIES OF THE CONFEDERACY. At Demopolis, Ala., is an arsenal where they make a great many small-arms. There are also several other factories. The place dont look to be well fortified. At some places the planters dont want to gi ye up their slaves to work on the fortifications, and it remains not fortified. There is the camp of paroled prisoners, and Lieutenant- General Hardee was there on the 25th instant to review the Missis- sippi army troops. At Selma, Ala., is also an arsenal and two cotton-card factories and several machine-shops, which make the place very important. Captain Shirll [?] is building a propeller there to go out as a privateer. Selma was only fortified on the Tennessee River road, but now they are throwing up earth-works all around the place. In conclusion, I will say that a cavalry force of 10,000 strong, started in two columns (one from Vicksburg, startimig on the right of the Southern rail- road so as to leave Jacksons cavalry to the left, and the other from the Memphis and Charleston Railroad), both to meet at Demopolis, Ala., could raid on the above-mentioned places and accomplish all they wanted. On the Southern railroad from Meridian to Brandon, Miss., no place looks to be fortified, but at Chunkey, 14 miles from Meridian, there are two large stockades, one on this and one on the other side of the bridge; between Clmunkey and Hickory there are two more stockades. If our cavalry could get to Tunnel Hill, 6 miles from Meridian, and destroy that work, it would prevent that road from running. The rebels are also running the railroad from Canton to Panola. They have put up temporary bridges and they are running off the rolling-stock to Selma, Ala. I have seen several engines of that road crossing the river at Demopolis, Ala., on flats. On the 24th instant there was a large amount of rolling-stock at Lillys Station, between Panola and Goodman. Our cavalry ought to see to it. Montgomery, Ala., is not fortified. Atlanta, Ga., is fortified with ditches and earth-works (on the Chattanooga road) in a circle as thus. * It is the second place for Government machine-works in the Confederacy. Heartley & * Diagram omitted Page 8 8 KY., SW. VA., TENTh, MISS., N. ALA., AND N. c~A. [CHAP. XLII. Brother (from Memphis), in Atlanta, are casting iron into steel, and are making steel-pointed shells. They are the only men in the Con- federacy who can do that. They have made 40 rounds for Charles- ton. At Columbia, S. C., is the C. S. laboratory, where they make plenty of medicines for the army. There are also other Government machine-shops. At Charleston I need not say about the fortifications, as our army is in full view of everything, only that at Sullivans Island are about 12,000 men, including General Andersons (of Longstreets corps) brigade (Jenkins brigade was to go to Charleston, but An- dersons took its place), besides several hundred men who are in the forts. Sumter has only 20 or 30 men, and the citizens of Charleston think that ~00 men could storm the place and take it. On the 18th instant Mrs. James Rhett told me that Jeff. Davis had telegraphed to Beauregard to hold the forts at all hazards, that the Spanish fleet would soon be to his relief. The very large gun is fixed now. The cause of its bursting was that General Ripley filled the air-chambers with powder. Immediately after it burst the engineer examined it and reporte(i that it could be fixed. General Beauregard tele- graphed to Wilmington, N. C., for the other one. The last-men- tioned gun is situated in the heart of the fort on the corner of the city called (before the war began) the Batteries, facing James and Sullivans Islands, and the other, if he gets it there, will be sta- tioned close to this one. These guns will only be used in case the rebels should have to give up Fort Moultrie and our fleet should attempt to pass the channel. They have over 3,000 slaves working on James Island, and some on Sullivans. The State of South Caro- lina has made 30,000 bags, and they are now filled with sand in the forts. General Beauregards intention is, if he should have to give up the city, he will put it in ashes, but the mayor, Charles Macbeth, is against it. General Beauregard will make a stand at Summer~ ville (22 miles from the city on the South Carolina railroad), as tin~ above place is a good locality for fortifications. About 3 miles from the city of Charleston are ditches all around it. At Pocotaligo (on the Charleston and Savannah Railroad) are stationed a brigade of volunteers and three regiments of drafted six-months State troops. Wilmington, N. C., is a place which could easily be taken. Indeed, the citizens of the place are greatly surprised that the l)lace has not been attacked before this time, but they think it will be taken as sooii as Charleston is. Now, Wilmington, being the most important place for Confederate vessels to run in and out, our Government ought to look to it. At Richmond, Va.: This place is strongly fortifiedand it was thought there that if Bragg should not be able to take care of him- self with his present force, that Ewell would march with his corps on Knoxville, and A. P. Hills corps would fall back into the fortifica- tions of Richmond. They are about to finish there four un-boats something like the Merrimnac No. 2, but these boats will not draw more than 4 feet of water. The Lady Davis will have ten guns; the Richmond eight, and the two smaller ones six each. About the Trans-Mississippi Department I can not say much; the rebels say they have 50,000 men there, but from the best information I could get, they cant muster more than 30,000, and the balance are just robbing on their own account, hut you cant get them together to fight. fL. TRAGER Page 9 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNJON. 9 HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Memphis, Tenn., October 1, 1863. Brigadier-General ALLEN, Saint Louis, Mo.: This command is out of forage. Two divisions are expected daily. Forage must be forced down on light [draught] boats at once. S. A. HURLBUT, Major- General. CHATTANOOGA, TENN., October 1, 186310 p. m. Hon. E. M. STANTON, (Received 3.50 p. m. 2d.) Secretary of War: Rain at last ; truly grateful in laying the dust, which had become a serious affliction to this army. The river rises. The bridges are carefully watched, and pontoon bridge will soon be ready to substi- tute for the trestle bridge, which must go if the water rises much. Two heavy rifles crossed the river and are in position30-pounder Parrotts. They are looking on with much satisfaction. Flying bridge and a steam-boat will serve us, if the bridges go, until the pontoon bridge is established. Fighting yesterday at Cotton Port Ford, near Washington, where rebel cavalry attempted to cross in force. Result not known. Colonel Byrd reported flanked, and driven out of Charleston by heavy infantry force. Road from Bridgeport over the mountains execrable, and wearing out teams. All our sup- plies, except forage from the country, come that way at present. This army is most ready, and laborious as well as courageous. It builds its own bridges, makes pontoons, and lives within itself. It is in many respects most admirable. General Rosecrans says that he marched with twenty-five days supplies in his wagons, except forage, which can be got from the country. M. C. MEIGS, Quartermaster- General. CHATTANOOGA, TENN., October 1, 186310.30 a. m. (Received 4.15 p. in., 2d.) Maj. Gen. H. W. HALLECK, General-in- Chief: All quiet here. Enemy on our front. Our wounded coming in. Raining heavily. River begins to rise. Roads will be awful. En- emy s cavalry forced passage at several points below Kingston. Thought to be moving toward McMinnville. Another cavalry col- umn crossed at Gunters Landing; reported at New Market yester- day. They will aim to destroy our railroad communication. Our cavalry concentrated to oppose the column between us and Kingston. As I have often advised, more mounted force will be needful to cover our advance, or even hold our own. I must have an able cavalry commander. Stanley much disabled; Mitchell also. Cant you send me John Buford? No news from Sherman. Dispatch from Burn- side, dated yesterday afternoon at Knoxville. No mention made of movement of enemy now between us. Regret he did not move hi Page 10 10 KY., SW VA., TEM~., MISS., N. ALA., ANI) N. GA. [CHAP. XLIf. cavalry, as I have suggested, between his right and our left. He says he will soon move according to programme subjoined; but nothing subjoined came. Says it has been submitted to you. * W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. NASHVILLE, TENN., October 1, 18636 p. m. Major-General ROSECRANS: John Kelly is hereby authorized to raise a company of mounted men to serve for twelve months, which you will have mustered into service when organized upon the conditions which have this day been forwarded by mail. Is there anything that I can do in your rear that will promote the interests of the Army of the Cumberland? If so, say what it is. The holding of your recent position is looked upon as a great victory and the nation will appreciate. Is there any service that General Gillem or myself can render you by being there in person? We are making all possible progress with the Northwest railroad. We now realize its value to your army in the present crisis more than ever. ANDREW JOHNSON, Military Governor. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, Tenn., October 1, 1863. General BRAXTON BRAGG, Commanding Department of Tennessee: GENERAL: There are here families, numbering perhaps thirty, who have members in the Confederate army and desire to pass within your lines. I have no objection to their doing so, if you have not. I am, sir, very respectfully, your obedient servant, W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 1, 1863. General BRAXTON BRAGG, Commanding Department of Tennessee: GENERAL: I have been informed this evening that the number of wounded mentioned in my letter of the 29th were not delivered yes. terday. The letter ~ of Surgeon Penn, medical director, forwarded herewith, will explain to you the reason. I am, sir, very respectfully, your obedient servant, W. S. ROSECRANS Major- General, Commanding. * See Part III, p. 954. + Net found Page 11 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNIO~. ii HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF TENNESSEE, October 1, 1863. General W. S. ROSECRANS, Commanding U. S. Forces, Chattanooga: GENERAL: I have your communications of the 29th ultimo and 1st instant in relation to the prisoners to be restored to me in return for those sent you. The number is so very small that I must earnestly call your atten- tion to the disparity. Large numbers of our prisoners it seems have been sent to your rear. I have the right to expect, and must insist, that you recall a sufficient number to reciprocate the discharges already made, and to meet any further delivery on our part. I am, sir, very respectfully, your obedient servant, BRAXTON BRAGG, General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Captain EDWARDS, Chattanooga, Tenn., October 1, 1863. Assistant Quartermaster: The general commanding wishes you to put Capt. T. R. Dudley, assistant quartermaster, in charge of the loading and dispatching of trains at Bridgeport and Stevenson. Captain Dudley will be assisted at Stevenson by Lieut. W. H. Daniels, acting assistant quartermas- ter, who will report to him promptly the arrival and departure of all trains for that point. Captain Dudley will regulate the camping of all empty trains, as well as the loading, time of departure, and movement of all trains. Post commanders will be directed to fur- nish the necessary guards, and if necessary a field officer to accom- pany the train and enforce discipline aud order. Captain Dud- ley will report the arrival and departure of all trains to the chief quartermaster at these headquarters. This is in addition to the duties already assigned to him in refereuce to railroad trains. By command of Major-General Rosecrans: WM. MCMICHAEL, Mqjor and Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS, October 1, 186311 a. m. Is the line open to-day to Jasper? MERRILL, Captain, & c.. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Maj. Gen. GEORGE H. THOMAS, Chattanooga, October 1, 1863. Commanding Fourteenth Army Corps: GENERAL: The major-general commanding directs that you have all your supplies moved to this side of the river immediately, send- ing back the trains to the other side. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, WILLIAM MCMICHAEL, Major and Assistant A djutant- General. (Copy to Generals McCook and Crittenden. Page 12 12 KY., sw. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. ~CHAP. XLII. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 1, 1863. Major-General THOMAS: The general commanding desires you to make a thorongh exami- nation of yonr works, and ascertain and report what additions or improtements, if any, are required to make them secure in case of a heavy rain; and you will also report whether there is any danger of the men being driven out of any of the works by water. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, J. A. GARFIELD Brigadier-General and Chief of Staff. (Same to Generals Crittenden, McCook, and Granger.) HDQRS. FIRST DIVISION, FOURTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Chattanooga Tenn., October 1, 1863. Lient. Col. C. GODDARD, Asst. Adjt. Gen., Department of the Cumberland: COLONEL: In compliance with orders from department head- quarters, I have the honor to transmit herewith the reports of Col. B. F. Scribner, commanding First Brigade, and General John IL King, commanding Third Brigade, of my division. The report of Colonel Scribner refers to the breast-works on the left of the Knoxville railroad, connecting with the lines of the Third Division. I will endeavor to move the brigade to-morrow into a better position. The Second and Third Brigades occupy the works thrown up on the embankment of the railroad to Atlanta. The Third Brigade was moved into a much more favorable position this morning, the ground lately occupied by it being almost totally submerged. Very respectfully, LOVELL H. ROUSSEAU, Major- General, Commanding. [Inclosure No. 1.] HDQRS. FIRST BRIG., FIRST Div., 14TH ARMY CORPS, Chattanooga, Tenn., October 1, 1863. Capt. THOMAS C. WILLIAMS, Actg. Asst. Adjt. Gen., First Div., 14th Army Corps: CAPTAIN: In compliance with orders, I have examined the works occupied by my command, and have the honor to report that there is at this time, 5 oclock p. in., 1 foot to 18 inches water in the ditch in which the men will stand to fire, and should the rain con- tinue all night as it has this afternoon, the ground occupied by the command will be covered with water. There is no visible outlet for the water. The ground, however, in front of the ditch is worse than that in the rear, and already is so soft that a horse with diffi- culty gets along. I can discover no practicable means of draining the ground. When the rain ceases I shall have the ditch baled out with buckets, and the water thrown in front. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, B. F. SCRIBNER, Colonel, Commanding Brigade Page 13 CHAr. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.IJNION. 13 [Inclosure No. 2.] HDQRS. THIRD BRIG., FIRST Div., 14TH ARMY CORPS, Chattanooga, October 1, 1863. Capt. T. C. WILLIAMS, A. A. A. G., Hdqrs. First Div., Fourteenth Army Corps: CAPTAIN: As far as this brigade is concerned, no changes in the works are necessary. I am, captain, very respectfully, your obedient servant, JNO. H. KING, Brigadier-General, Commanding. HDQRS. THIRD DIvISIoN, FOURTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Chattanooga, Tenn., October 1, 1863. Lieut. Col. GEORGE E. FLYNT, Asst. Adjt. Gen. and Chief of Staff, 14th Army Corps: COLONEL: I have the honor to report that I personally inspected the works on my line shortly before dark this day, and gave the necessary directions for keeping them clear of water. I found it necessary to open the intrenchments in two places to admit of the water escaping. The two brigades on the left were completely flooded, and compelled to move their camps back. I was obliged to cut a passage through the railroad embankment on my left an~ front to render that portion of my line tenable in case of an attack If the rain discontinues I will be able to repair all damage to morrow. I am, colonel, very respectfully, your obedient servant, J. M. BRANNAN, Brigadier-General, Commanding Division. HDQRS. SECOND DIvISION, FOURTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Chattanooga, Tenn., October 1, 1863. Lieutenant-Colonel FLYNT Chief of Staff, Fourteenth Army Corps: COLONEL: Mr. Roberts and Mr. Lumpkins have just returne from McLemores Cove, whither they were sent under my directions They bring the following information, which they deem reliable: The rebel army in our front numbers about 100,000 infantry an~ 30,000 cavalry. Braggs headquarters are in Therman Gap, Long streets at the cross-roads foot of Lookout Mountain; General Rey nolds headqna~ters at Rossville, and Cheathams at Dearings (o Williams) old mills. Forrests, Wheelers, and Stanleys [?] (rebel) cavalry are moving in the direction of Bridgeport. Wheeler told a Mrs. Filby that he intended to cross the Tennessee below Capertons Ferry and cut our line of communication. About 300 infantry moved to Kelleys Ford yesterday. The rebels are bringing no more supplies here than they need for immediate use. No rebel force at La Fayette or Riuggold. Sunday morning the rebels were talking of sending a large cavalry force to cross at some ferry or ford above; dont know what one, and dont know whether the force was sent or not. The enemy has tl~rown up temporary breast-wor1~s of rails, & c. Page 14 14 KY., sw. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. from the mills on his right to the cross-roads near foot of Lookout Mountain. The rebel soldiers are very much discouraged; say Bragg has failed to accomplish what he promised and what was expected of him. All the forces sent from Virginia to re-enforce Bragg are ex- pected to retnrn immediately, and if Bragg expects to do anything here, he must do it at oncethis is what the soldiers say. If Bragg fails to get Chattanooga, he will fall back to Atlanta. I have the honor to remain, yours, very truly, JAS. S. NEGLEY, iVijajor- General. HDQRs. THIRD DIvISIoN, FOURTEENTH ARMY CoRPS, Chattanooga, Tenm., October 1, 1863. Lient. Col. G. E. FLYNT, Asst. Adjt. Gen. and Chief of Staff, 14th Army Corps: COLONEL: I would respectfully suggest, for the information of the major-general commanding, that the troops of my command be placed upon half rations, as the rations now on hand only include the 5th instant, and the arrival of the supply train is uncertain. I am, colonel, very respectfully, your obedient servant, J. M. BRANNAN, Brigadier-General, Commanding Divnn~on. HDQRS. THIRD DIVISION, FOURTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Chattanooga, October 1, 1863. Lient. Col. GEORGE E. FLYNT, Asst. Adjt. Gem. and Chief of Staff, 14th Army Corps: COLONEL: I have the honor to report that Lieutenant Steedman, Fourteenth Ohio Volunteers, brigade inspector Second Brigade, passed our line of pickets to-night and accidentally entered those of the enemy. He reports that a field battery of four guns followed the ambulance train, and came into position on the rising ground near the four chimneys, about 200 yards from my picket line. I am, colonel, very respectfully, your obedient servant, J. M. BRANNAN, Brigadier- General, ~Jommanding Division. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 1, 1863. Major-General McCooK: The major-general commanding desires me to inform you that Lieutenant-Colonel Dunn, Twenty-ninth Indiana, represents that it has been the custom in your corps for the commanding officers of regiments not to go on picket duty themselves, but to place their commands in charge of a subordinate officer. The general directs that if such a custom is prevalent, it be discontinued. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, WM. McMICHAEL, lIiLajor and Assistant Adjntavi-Gemera Page 15 CRAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 15 HDQRS. FIRST DIVISION, TWENTIETH ARMY CORPS, Col. P. SIDNEY POST, Chattanooga, October 1, 1863. Commanding First Brigade: COLONEL: By direction of General Davis, you will report, after a thorough examination of your earth-works, their Condition, and whether the drainage is complete, so that they would not be unten- able in case of a long-continued rain. The general also wishes you to be careful that your pickets are not cut off by the rise of Ch& tta- nooga Creek. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, T. W. MORRISON, Captain and Assistant Adjutant-General. HDQRS. FIRST BRIG., FIRST DIv., 20TH ARMY CORPS, Chattanooga, Tenn., October 1, 1863. Capt. T. W. MORRISON, Asst. Adjt. Gen., First Div., Twentieth Army Corps: CAPTAIN: In reply to your communication of this p. in., I have the honor to report that the works indicated have been thoroughly examined, and the drainage found very incomplete, the water stand- ing in nearly the whole line of intrenchment. I have the honor to be, very respectfully, your obedient servant, P. SIDNEY POST, Colonel, Commanding Brigade. HDQRS. FIRST DIVISION, TWENTIETH ARMY CORPS, Col. P. SIDNEY POST, Chattanooga, October 1, 1863. Commanding First Brigade: COLONEL: Your report on the examination of the works occupied by your command is received, in which you state the drainage to be very incomplete. General Davis directs that you make snch additional work on the line as is necessary to prevent the works washing away or the water to interfere, by being collected in ditches along the line, with the position of your troops as they are posted. The general desires you to have the drainage commenced at an early hour to-morrow, and the works improved so that they will not be- come untenable. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, T. W. MORRISON, Captain and Assistant A~Iutant-General. HEADQUARTERS TWENTIETH ARMY CORPS, Maj. Gen. ~. H. SHERIDAN, Chattanooga, October 1, 1863. ctommanding Third Division, Twentieth Army Corps: GENERAL: The following dispatch has just been received from department headquarters by telegraph: The general commandin Page 16 16 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. directs that special vigilance be used to-night to secure us against a night attack. General McCook directs that you carry out the spirit of the above upon your front, cautioning your outposts and grand guards to be especially vigilant, and your main line to be ready for any emer- gency. I have the honor to be, general, very respectfully, your obedient servant, & c., A. C. McCLURG, Captain and Acting Assistant Adjutant-General. HDQRS. FIRST DIvIsION, TWENTY-FIRST ARMY CORPS, October 1, 1863. Capt. P. P. OLDERSHAW, Assistant Adjutant-General: CAPTAIN: My inspector-general, who visited the picket-line at 5 a. in., reports the line unchanged, in good condition, and no firing during the night. Respectfully, & c., TH. J. WOOD, Brigadier- General of Volunteers, Gommandiug. HDQRS. FIRST DIVISION, TWENTY-FIRST ARMY CORPS, October 1, 1863. Capt. P. P. OLDERSHAW, Assistant Adjutant- General: CAPTAIN: The officer on watch in the fort reports no change vis- ible in my front since his report of yesterday evening. The day is particularly unfavorable for observation. Respectfully, & c., TH. J. WOOD, Brigadier- General of Volunteers, Commanding. HDQRS. SECOND DIV., TWENTY-FIRST ARMY CORPS, Chattanooga, October 1, 1863. Capt. D. W. NORTON, Acting Assistant Adjutant- General, Second Division: SIR: I have the honor to report that, in pursuance of instructio#is from department headquarters, I have examined the works of this division and find that they have not received, nor are they likely to receive, any material mi ury from the rain. In one place the trench needed ditching; I ordered it done immediately. There is no possi- bility of any of the troops of this division being driven from their works by water. Respectfully submitted. JNO. W. STEELE, Capt., and Topographical Engr., 2d Div., ~ls~ Arqn~ ~Jorps Page 17 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 17 rindorsement.] HDQRS. SECOND Div., TWENTY-FIRST ARMY CORPS, Chattanooga, October 1, 1863. Respectfully forwarded. I am unable to give the works a personal inspection, and therefore forward the report of Captain Steele, topographical engineer of my staff. JOHN M. PALMER, Major- General, Commanding. HDQRS. RESERVE CORPS, ARMY OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, Tenn., October 1, 1863. Maj. Gen. GORDON GRANGER, Reserve Corps, & c.: GENERAL: The communication herewith inclosed was received from the department headquarters about half an hour ago. I sent an order for Colonel McCook to report as required. A messenger has just arrived from Colonel McCook, bringing me a letter in ref- erence to brigade matters. I make the following extract therefrom, which partly answers General Garfields inquiry I have heard nothing of General Crook. Hope he succeeded in repulsing the enemy, for a march of ~O miles will not be very pleasant this bad day. Nothing new. The messenger left Colonel McCook at 11 a. m. Please bring Gen- eral Garfields letter back to the office with you; must file it. Very respectfully, FULLERTON, J. S. Major and Assistant Adjutant-General. [Inclosure.] HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, Tenn., October 1, 1863. Maj. Gen. GORDON GRANGER: The general commanding directs you to ascertain whether Colonel McCook has gone to the support of General Crook, and, if so, what force he left at the mouth of Chickamnauga Creek. He must give notice when he moves from his present position, and also what force he leaves. Ascertain what news he has from up the river. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, J. A. GARFIELD,. Brigadier-General and Chief of SIcif. CHATTANOOGA, October 1, 1863, General MORGAN, Stevenson, Ala.: No news from you of railroad matters or arrival of troops. Send full and frequent reports of all that transpires. Our road must be made as safe as poss~ble, ~, ~, ROSECRANS, ]IJajor- UCnera( I! ThVOT. ~ PT I Page 18 118 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII CHATTANOOGA, October 1, 1863. Brigadier-General MORGAN, Stevenson, Ala.: In accordance with instructions received from department head- quarters, you will at once send an additional regiment of infantry to join and strengthen the three regiments that were ordered by last dispatch to go to the assistance of Co]. E. M. McCook at Jasper. Instruct the commanding officer to report to Colonel McCook to fight the enemy and destroy him. If General Hookers advance has arrived at Stevenson, you will, upon authority of the general coin- manding the department, call upon its commanding officer to supply by detail the needful troops to replace those you may have sent away. By command of Major-General Granger J. S. FULLERTON, Major and Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS SECOND DIvISIoN, RESERVE CORPS, Stevenson, Ala., October 1, 1863. Maj. J. S. FULLERTON, Assistant Adjutant- General, District Headquarters: I have the honor to report that the dispatch ordering supporting party to Colonel McCooks cavalry was received at 10.30 a. ni. Orders have been issued for the troops to move as indicated. Two companies of the Tenth Ohio Cavalry were sent to patrol the rail- road to Tantalon. All quiet along the line to that point. Colonel Cooper, commanding detachment of cavalry at Bellefonte, reports having driven some rebel cavalry across the river at that point. A regiment of cavalry sent to Larkinsville and Gunters Ford has not returned. No reports from that direction. A sad accident occurred at Bridgeport yesterday by the explosion of a large amount of ammunition. Partial report of Col. R. F. Smith herewith inclosed. * I have not been able to forward monthly return for August, owing to the peculiarly scattered condition of my division, and the pros- pect is still worse for September. I most earnestly request that if my division cannot be concentrated that the different brigades be at least contiguous. Please inform me of the headquarters of the Second Brigade, as I can get no reports from it. Since the Twenty- second Michigan Infantry has been moved to the front, I have not been able to get any returns from the Third Brigade. Since the loss of Colonel Le Favour, I really do not know who is the brigade com- inander. I inclose ~ a copy of dispatch received from Colonel Coburn, a copy of which was sent to cavalry headquarters at Bridgeport. I somewhat doubt Roddey being at the place indicated with the force mentioned. Very respectfully, JAMES D. MORGAN, Brigadier- General, Co~ndg. Second Division, Reserve Oorps. * Not found; but see Van Duzer to Garfield, Part ilL p. 947: also Smith to Eose~ crans, p. 19. t Se~ Coburn to Morgan (incl~sure No. 4 p. Page 19 Ca& p. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC. UNION. 19 HEADQUARTERS SECOND DIVISION, RESERVE CoRPS, Maj. ~ ~. FULLERTON, Stevenson, Ala., October 1, 1863. Assistant Adjutant-General: I have the honor to report that the dispatch ordering additional regiment for the Support of Colonel McCook was received at 4 p. m. to-day, which was at once complied with. Some six or eight regi- ments of General Hookers command have passed this point for Bridgeport. Received no reports from the cavalry command sent to Gunters Ford yesterday. I have nothing of importance to re- port to-night. Very respectfully, JAMES D. MORGAN, Brigadier- General, C~omdg. Second Division, Reserve Corps. BRIDGEPORT, October 1, 1863. Major-General ROSECRANS: No cannonading here. Ammunition stored on hill exploded; 7 killed and about 12 wounded. Captain Ravenscroft, ordnance officer, immediately sent a report to Captain Porter, chief of ord- nance. R. F. SMITH, Golonel, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 1, 1863l2.4~ p. m. Brigadier-General MITCHELL, Commanding Cavalry: GENERAL: The report of Colonel McCook is received. The general commanding directs you to order him to move forward at once, and form a junction with General Crook at Pikeville. He should move so as to reach that place about the time of General Crooks arrival. The rebel cavalry must now be pursued to the utmost~ and, if possi- ble, destroyed. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, J. A. GARFIELD, Brigadier-General and Chief of Staff. (Official copy sent to Colonel McCook, October 2, 3 a. in.; courier returned at 6 p. in., having reached Andersons and found the enemy in possession. Colonel McCook had not reached there; failed to de- liver the dispatch.) HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, Tenn., October 1, 1863. Brig. Gen. R. B. MITCHELL: We have dispatched Crook to take Wilders force and call Spears gud MeCook to his aid, ~d watch the movements of the enemy an Page 20 20 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. CHAP. XLIL try to destroy him. If you are able you had better at once assume command and carry out the order; if not, dispatch Crook to let Mc- Cook know what is going on, and hold them in check or hang on their rear until we can whip them or run them on our infantry, when we can destroy them. I look for Crooks report of their move- ments in the morning. They must not be allowed to enter the Sequatchie if it is possible to prevent it. Very respectfully, W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS CHIEF OF CAVALRY, DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Island Ferry, October 1, 18636.30 p. m. Brigadier-General GARFIELD, Chief of Staff: GENERAL: Inclosed please find dispatch from General Crook just received. * J mentioned to him last night the length of time it took his dispatches to come, and he seems to think the delay is caused by Colonel Millers couriers. Colonel Miller put on a new set of men last night. I ordered the officer in charge to ride the whole of his line to-day and instruct his meh carefully. I have now sent for him to report to these headquarters the reason of the inclosed dispatch being so long. I will sift the matter and find out who is to blame. General Mitchell is not much better this evening. I am, your obedient servant, WM. H. SINCLAIR, Assistant Adjutant-General. HEADQUARTERS FIRST CAVALRY DIVISION, DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Bridgeport, Ala., October 1, 1863. Maj. W. H. SINCLAIR, Assistant Adjutant- General, Cavalry Corps: I have the honor to inclose, for the information of the general com- manding, copy of dispatch received this morning, also copy of order received from department headquarters. I will move this morning to Andersons, 39 miles distant from here, and endeavor to reach there to-night. I leave all my transportation at this point. Be kind enough to send me an order to Andersons as soon as you receive this, whether to have my transportation brought forward or not. If we are to remain there any time, I would like to have it in order to get up reports, & c., which we were working on. The Fourth and Sixth Kentucky are left at Capertons, with orders to co-operate with Gen- eral Morgan. Very respectfully, E. M. MoCOOK, (~olonel, c~ommanding. br3O4~vtITT ~ ~ee Septem +4, ~9 9 Page 21 Ca~p. XLII.] COERESPONBENCE, ETC.UNIoN. 21 [Inclosure No. 1.] STEVENSON, September 30, 1863. Col. E. M. MCCOOK, Commanding Cavalry Division, Headquarters: The following dispatch was received and forwarded for your infor- mation: TULLAHOMA, September 30. Brigadier-General MORGAN: Roddey, with 4,000 men, is reported by scouts to have been at New Market yester- day at 2p.m. JOHN COBURN, Colonel, Commanding Post. By order of Brig. Gen. J. D. Morgan: T. WISEMAN, Captain and Assistant Adjutant- General. ~Inc1osure No. 2.] HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 1, 186312.15 a. m. Colonel MCCOOK, tiJommanding First Division Cavalry: The enemys cavalry has crossed the river in heavy force a short distance below Washington, and designs making a raid on our corn- munication. The general commanding directs you to leave one or two small regiments that are down the river to watch the crossings and move with all dispatch with the balance of your force to Andersons Cross- Roads, in the Sequatchie Valley, to protect onr wagon trains. Three regiments of infantry and a section of artillery have been ordered there to support you. More force will be sent if necessary. J. A. GARFIELD, Brigadier-General and Chief of Staff. BRIDGEPORT, ALA., October 1, 1863. Col. A. P. CAMPBELL, Commanding First Brigade: The colonel commanding directs that you move immediately by forced marches with your command to this place, and hence to Andersons Cross-Roads, in the Sequatchie Valley, following the Second Brigade and these headquarters thither. * * * * * * * A dispatch has been received from department headquarters stat- ing that the enemy have crossed in large force at Washington, and every available man of your command should be brought up. I am, colonel, your very obedient servant, JNO. PRATT, Assistant Adjutant-General Page 22 KY., SW. VA., TENTh, MISS., Th NLA~ AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. HDQRS. FIRST BRIGADE, FIRST DIVISION CAVALRY, Pump Spring, Ala., October 1, 1863. Capt. JOHN PRATT, Assistant Ajjutant- General: SIR: I have just received a report from Major Fidler, who was sent out to Gunters Landing yesterday morning. He says that he went within 12 miles of Gunters Landing, and thought it impracti- cable to go farther, for the reason that the river is fordable at several places; also that the country is full of prowling bands, who are con- scripting and pressing horses for the rebel army. He reports a com- pany of Alabamians stationed 3 miles from Larkinsville (our troops) who had a bght with 500 rebels on the 28th of September and were compelled to fall back. The attacking party crossed at Larkins Ford. From the most reliable information that the major could ob- tain, Roddeys brigade of rebel cavalry is on the south side of the Tennessee River at Guntersville, scouting and principally foraging on this side. Major Fidler brought in with his command to Bellefonte 7 pris- oners. I am, very respectfully, your most obedient servant, A. P. CAMPBELL Colonel, Commanding. BRIDGEPORT, ALA., October 1, 1863. Col. W. COOPER, The Commanding Third Brigade: colonel commanding directs that you move immediately from Bellefonte to Capertons Ferry (Colonel Campbells old encampment), co-operating with General Morgan at Stevenson and patrolling and picketing as far down the river as Bellefonte, or farther if necessary. Colonel Campbell will move from his encampment to-day. * * * * * * I am, colonel, your very obedient servant, JNO. PRATT, Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS SECOND MICHIGAN CAVALRY, Ran/cms Ferry, October 1, 1863. Major SINCLAIR, Assistant Adjutant-General, c~avalry Command: SIR: All quiet here. A rebel picket on the opposite side of the river. By the appearance of the dust a small column came down the gap from Whitesides Station yesterday. Our rations for two and a half days to last five arrived last evening. If you will ascertain whether we have mail at Chattanooga and inform us, we shall be obliged. Respectfully, L. ~. SCRANTON, iViajor, Commanding Second Michigan c~avalry Page 23 CHAP. XLIL) CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 23 [Indorsement.] HEADQUARTERS CHIEF OF CAVALRY, Island Ferry, October 2, 1863. Respectfully forwarded. The Second Michigan has, since this report was written, been ordered to leave two companies to guard the ferry, and the remain- der of the regiment to join its brigade. ROBT. B. MITCHELL, Brigadier-General and Chief of Staff HEADQUARTERS FIFTH KENTUCKY CAVALRY, On River Bank, ~ lIiile below Fourth Courier Post, October 1, 1863. Major SINCLAIR, Assistant Adjutant- General: MAJOR: I am encamped on the same ground I first seleated, about half a mile below where the Jasper road crosses the mountain, and near Mr. Ritchies house. The fourth courier post is at the fork in the roadone going to Jasper over the mountain and the other by way of the river. I am on the latter, about half a mile below it. The men of my command who crossed the river and were captured went without my permission or knowledge. Last night all passed off quietly, and nothing unusual has occurred this morning. I am. major, very respectfully, your obedient servant, WM.T. HOBLITZELL, Lieutenant- ~olonei Fifth Kentucky 61avalry. HEADQUARTERS NINETY-SECOND ILLINOIS VOLUNTEERS, Harrison, Teun., October 1, 18633 p. m. Maj. WILLIAM H. SINCLAIR, Assistant Adjutant-General: MAJOR: All quiet. It is reported on pretty good authority that the enemy have burned up all the public records at Harrison, of Ham- ilton County. Ergo: The enemy would not be likely to burn up the records of a country they expected permanently to hold. I am, major, very respectfully, your obedient servant, SMITH D. ATKINS, Colonel Ninety-second Illinois Volunteers. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, Teun., October 1, 18631 a. m. Brigadier-General CROOK, Commanding Cavalry Division: GENERAL: Your dispatch of 12 m. yesterday is received. Colonel McCooks and Wilders brigades have been ordered to support you. Colonel McCooks division of cavalry and three regiments of in- fantry, with a section of artillery, have been ordered to Andersons Cross-Roads to protect our trains in the Sequatchie Valley. General Spears brigade is at Poes Tavern. With this disposition of forces we hope to be able to destroy the enemys cavalry, which have crossed the river Page 24 24 KY., SW. VA., TE~N., MISS., N. ALA., AM) N. GA. [cHAP. XLII. The general commanding directs you to dispute his advance stoutly if he attempts to cross this way, and if he starts across the mountain, follow him with the utmost vigor, and cut him to pieces. Report frequently, and we will have the rebel force met at all points where they approach our communications. It is a favorable oppor- tunity to destroy this cavalry raid. Use every effort to effect it. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, J. A. GARFIELD, Brigadier- General and Chief of Staff. P. S.Col. Dan. McCooks infantry brigade, stationed at the mouth of North Chickamauga, is the one referred to above, and has been directed to receive orders from you, if necessary. J. A. GARFIELD, Brigadier-General and Chief of Staff. HEADQUARTERS SECOND CAVALRY DIVISION, At Airs. Harts, on Waldens Ridge, Tenn., October 1, 18638 p. m. (Received 10 a. in., 2d.) Maj. W. H. SINCLAIR, Assistant Adjutant- General: MAJOR: I have the honor to report myself here: will have all my troops concentrated at this place by morning. The enemys rear passed this place at 12 m. to-day. I shall pursue them at daylight in the morning, and expect to overtake their rear to-morrow. From what information I can get, they have gone in the direction of McMinnville. Ill follow them until I come up with them, if I have to go to Nashville. They have quite a large party wearing our uni- form, which captured my pickets at Smiths Cross-Roads this morn- ing. You will please inform General Rosecrans of this, so our forces on the railroad may be informed. The Fourth Ohio passed down the mountain to-day on their way to Sale Creek. I will send word to Colonel Robie, commanding the Fourth, to report to you what he has seen since his separation from the command. Inclosed please find dispatch* from Colonel Minty. I do not know where this infantry was seen. My impression is that it was mounted infantry. I think it advisable to re-enforce General Spears with some of Col. Daniel McCooks brigade. I will keep you advised from time to time of my movement, and that of the enemy. I understand the rebels fear this rain will interfere with their arrangem~ nts. In anticipation of General Mitchell moving, I will hereafter send my dispatches direct to General Garfield. I am, very respectfully, your obedient servant, GEORGE CROOK, Brigadier- General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 1, 1863. Maj. Gen. JOSEPH HOOKER: The major-gei~eral commanding directs you to select, from the pontoons and lumber at Bridgeport, sufficient materials for one bridge * Not found Page 25 cJEAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDEXCIi, ETC.UNION. 25 at that place composed wholly of pontoons. The remaining boats will be held in readiness for shipment up the river. Make provision for saving the lumber of the trestle bridge there in case the river rises. Put down a pontoon bridge and make immediate preparation for crossing your command at that point. 1 am, very respectfully, your obedient servant, J. A. GARFIELD; Brigadier-General and Chief of Staff. WAR DEPARTMENT, Washington, October 1, 186310.45 a. m. Major-General BURN5IDE, Knoxville, Tenn.: Yours of yesterday is received. * The purport of all your instruc- tions have been that you should hold some point near the upper end of the valley, and, with all the remainder of your available force, march to the assistance of General Rosecrans. The routes of march and all details were left to your own judgment. Since the battle of Chickainauga and the retreat of our forces to Chattanooga, you have been repeatedly informed that it wonld be dangerous to attempt to form a connection on the south side of the Tennessee River, and, consequently, that you ought to march on the north side. General Rosecrans has now telegraphed to yon that it is not necessary to join him at Chattanooga, but only move down to snch a position that you can go to his assistance, if he should require it. You are in direct communication with him, and can learn his condition and wants sooner than I can. Distant expeditions into Georgia are not now contemplated. The object is to hold East Tennessee, by forcing the enemy south of the mountains, and barring the passes against his return. H. W. HALLECK, General-in-Chief. CINCINNATI, OHIO, October 1, 1863. (Received 1.50 p. in.) Hon. E. M. STANTON, Secretary of War: Colonel Parsons Ninth Tennessee, 800 strong, at Camp Nelson. has neither guns nor horses, and is ordered forward. General Buruside gave them orders for horses and arms, but they are not here. Can you send them carbines ? W G. BROWNLOW. KNOXVILLE, October 1, 18631 p~ m. Maj. Gen. W. S. ROSECRANS: All my available cavalry ~rill be put in motion at once, to operate with yours on the north side. Wonld it not be better for a consid- erable portion of my cavalry to seize this opportunity to operate on the enemys communications? Answer quick. A. E. BURNSIDE. * See Part III, p. 954 Page 26 26 KY., SW. VA., TENK., MISS., K. ALA., ANT) N. GA. [CHAP. XLIL. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE C UMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 1, 186310.15 p. m. General BURNSIDE: Your four dispatches of yesterday afternoon received; also seven this evening. Enemys cavalry have crossed near Washington. INo news from ours since noon to-day, near Smiths Cross-Roads. Your programme did not arrive. Your cavalry ought to have joined ours. Hope you will open communication with us soon on west side of river. Crittendens dispatch was in error. Enemy on our front heavy. Cavalry raid reported, by Guutersville and Fayetteville, aiid the one by Washington; probably aiming to cross to McMinnville and destroy our road. Cant you close toward us ROSECRANS. BULLS GAP, October 1, 1863. General BURNSIDE: I have just met Mr. Baker, a railroad conductor, with whom I am acquainted. He escaped from the rebels yesterday morning at Jonesborough. He says that their mdunted force consists of about 2,000 men, although they estimate it at 3,500. Their infantry force is nine regiments, one of which was sent back to Salt-Works, one to Bristol, and one to Zollicoffer. Major-General Jones is in command. Williams commands the cavalry; Ransom, Jackson, and Corse the infantry. Yesterday nearly all their cavalry force and Whartons brigade of infantry were 10 miles this side of Jones- borough. Thomas Legion of infantry and one squadron of mounted infantry left Bristol some days since, and were moving on the main stage road leading to Rogersville and Kingsport. The pickets of the Second Ohio Cavalry at Greeneville were attacked and driven in at 1 p. m. to-day. I know nothing more than this, but will notify you as soon as I obtain any reliable information. Four men who were cut off from a picket-post bring the news. I have nothing direct from Lieutenant-Colonel Purington. From the information brought me by Mr. Baker, I think I can, with one or two additional regiments, maintain my position against them and whip them. JAS. P. T. CARTER Colonel, c1ommanding. SAINT LOUIS, October 1, 1863. (Received 12 in.) Maj. Gen. H. W. HALLECK: The quartermaster at Cairo telegraphed me that six locomotives were to arrive at that place, and wanted assistance in landing them and truGks to transport them by rail to Louisville. This is all the information I have. Presume they came from Columbus. ROBERT ALLEN, Chief Quartermaster Page 27 CHAP. XLIII CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 27 WASHINGTON, D. 0., October 2, 186312 m. Major-General GRANT, Vicksburg.~ Brigadier-General Sanborn will be ordered to report for duty to Major-General Schofield at Saint Louis. H. W. HALLECK, General-in-Chief. CAIRO, ILL., October 2, 1863. Col. J. C. KELTON, (Received 9.25 a. in.~ 3d.) Assistant A~jntant- General: I have just arrived here with the dispatches of General Grant, dated Vicksburg, 25th; delayed by difficulties and accidents of navi- gation. Can give the present distribution of our forces. Shall wait dispatches for the general. J. H. WILSON, Lieutenant- Colonel and Assista rd Inspector- General. GOODRICHS LANDING, LA., October 2, 1863. Maj. Gen. U. S. GRANT, Oomdg. Dept. of the Tennessee, Viclcsburg, Miss.: GENERAL: The time is approaching when the plantations on this side of the river held by the Government will have to be re-leased. It is important that the two cuts, one at Lake Providence (the most important) and the other known as the Bissell cut, should be filled up, as otherwise a large district of country will, on the next rise of the river, be overflowed, including not only the Government planta- tions, but also that part of the parish over which the railroad run- ning from opposite Vicksburg passes. As I have no funds at my command to do this work, I request that you will authorize the stationing of some one of the negro regi- ments now at this place at Lake Providence, as well to fill up that cut as to give protection to lessees of plantations in that neighbor- hood in gathering their crops. It is estimated that 500 men will com- plete the work in ten days after they shall have fairly commenced. If this is done, I request that the necessary spades, wheelbarrows, gang planks, and other utensils be furnished. After the completion of the work at Lake Providence, the same body of men can be takeit to the Bissell cut. I have the honor to be, general, very respectfully, your obedient servant, L. THOMAS, Adjutant-General. fFirst indorsement.] HDQRS. MILITARY DIVISION OF THE MISSISSIPPI, In the Field, Chattanooga, Tenn., October 30, 1863. Respectfully referred to Maj. Gen. W. T. Sherman, commanding the Department of the Tennessee. By order of Major-General Grant: ELY S. PARKER, Assistant A~jntant-General Page 28 28 is., sw. vA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. [Second indorsement.] HDQRS. DEPARTMENT AND ARMY OF THE TENNESSEE, Bridgeport, Ala., December 21, 1863. Respectfully referred to Maj. Gen. J. B. McPherson, commanding Seventeenth Corps, who will give such directions in the matter as he may deem best. By order of Maj. Gen. W. T. Sherman: R. M. SAWYER, Assistant Adjutant- General. QUARTERMASTERS DEPARTMENT, Saint Louis, October 2, 1863. General J. A. RAWLINS, Assistant Adjutant- General, Viclcsburg, Miss.: GENERAL: I understand there was some surprise at so many boats being sent to move troops from Vicksburg to Memphis. It was with extreme regret I gave orders to boats to tnrn back from Memphis and Cairo, and sent others down from here, as it put it out of my power to fill requisitions but the order of General Halleck to Gen- eral Allen was such that General Allen felt he had no discretion, and ordered me to send boats to move from 20,000 to 25,000 men. I have now in my office requisitions for transportation for over 8,000 animals. 000 wagons, and 5,000 tons of freight, mostly for General Th nk~, and there are scarce boats enough here to perform our daily requisitions. The great trouble is in the low water, say 4 to 5 feet, owing to which boats can take but trifling loads. Very respectfully, L. B. PARSONS, Quartermaster. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE TENNESSEE, Viclcsburg, Miss., October 2, 1863. Brig. Gen. J. P. HAWKINs, Commanding District of Northeastern Louisiana: GENERAL: The small force now left here is so occupied with de- tails for unloading boats, guarding an extended line, policing the city, & c., that it is impossible to furnish a sufficient force for work on the fortifications. If you can furnish one regiment at a time froni your command, detailing them for one week at a time, without detriment to the service, it would help us ont very much. I do not wish to order this, not knowing how well able you are to spare the troops. If they can come, I want the first detail made on Monday next, detail to be relieved each Monday thereafter. Please inform me if they can be sent, amid if so a boat will be sent for them. Very respectfully, U. S. GRANT, Major- General Page 29 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 29 MEMPHIS, TENN., October 2, 1863S p. m. (Received 12.05 p. in., 4th.) Maj. Gen. H. W. HALLECK, General-in- Chi5f: I have regularly reported all arrivals and movements of troops. I have ordered the Memphis and Charleston Railroad repaired toward Decatur, and am moving troops out as fast as they arrive. Osterhaus is beyond Corinth. Smiths division will move as soon as their camp equipage comes up from below. I have not thought it advisable to throw them across Bear Creek until their own com- manders come up. My scouts from Alabama report Bragg at Rome, badly crippled. General Rosecrans cavalry should look toward Decatur. I am unofficially informed that two other divisions of Shermans corps are on their way. My troops will be ready to cover any movements, and my entire corps is ready to move in twelve hours notice. A supply train of four hundred wagons is ready at Corinth, and thirty days rations for 20,000 men. S. A. HURLBUT, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Memphis, Tenn., October 2, 1863. Brig. Gen. JOHN A. RAWLINS, Assistant Adjutant-General, Vicksburg, Miss.: GENERAL: I avail myself of the present opportunity to communi- cate sach matters as are of importance. The division of General Osterhaus is now at Camp Davies, 6 miles southeast of Corinth. The division of Brig. Gen. John E. Smith is encamped near Memphis, waiting for camp and garrison equipage, of which part only has yet arrived, the remainder being on the steamer Adriatic, aground near Helena. I have ordered General Webster to prepare everything for open- ing the Memphis and Charleston Railroad to Decatur. The coal ordered by Lieutenant-Colonel Wilson in your name is very difficult to procure, but I have sent two barges, in tow of the Rocket, with 22,000 bushels. My scouts, just in from Alabama, report Bragg fallen back to Rome. Stories in from Alabama coii- flict; most say that his victory has crippled him. It. may be if he has strength enough that he will advance through Northern Ala- bama toward Huntsville and Decatur. But with Rosecrans power- ful cavalry, so far as I know unhurt, he should be kept in check from any flank march of that kind. From the gross neglect of the Saint Louis depot we are short of forage, and in the present stage of water are likely to be more so. It is therefore desirable that our troops move soon into the Tuscumbia Valley. I keep up a good system of intelligence in Northern Alabama, and have just received 120 recruits from that region who fought their way in handsomely, bringing 10 prisoners. Your obedient servant, 5, A. HURLBUT, Ai1ic~jor-G~i~rc4 Page 30 30 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. MEMPHIS, October 2, 18635 p. m. Brig. Gen. JOHN A. RAwLINS: I have this moment learned that Loring is np at Okolona with his division. The cavalry from below are nuiting with Chalmers and Richardson. They aim for our railroad, and to prevent re-enforce- ments. We are ready, but if attacked will lose some small posts. There are not less than 15,000, all told and of all arms, threatening the road. S. A. HURLBUT, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Memphis, Tenm, October 2, 1863. Brig. Gen. J. D. WEBSTER, Memphis, Tenn.: Yon will proceed at ouce to prepare material for reconstruction of Memphis and Charleston Railroad to Decatnr, ascertaining the probable character of the work and the means necessary to accom- plish it. Yonr obedient servant, S. A. HURLBUT, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Miemphis, Tenn., October 2, 1863. Brig. Gen. E. A. CARR, Gorinth, Miss.: Obtain and forward all information as to trestles and bridges necessary to repair Memphis and Charleston Railroad to Decatnr. S. A. HURLBUT, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Memphis, Tenn., October 2,1863. Brigadier-General CARR, Corinth, Miss.: Loring, with his division, is at or uear OkolQna, bonnd to try Cor- inth. Inform Osterhans and keep strong patrols. Jacksons cavalry are moving up, and with Chalmers force will make abont 6,000 men, threatening La Grange and other points on the road. Altogether they will show from 15,000 to 20,000 men. See that everything is in complete order for an attack at any time. Shnt off all communica~ tion with the posts on the line, ~. A. HURLBUT Major- G~m~rc~t Page 31 CH~x. XLII.) CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 31 CORINTH, October 2, 1863. Major-General IIuRLBUT: The following dispatch just received: LA GRANGE, October 2. Brig. Gen. E. A. CARE, Commanding: I have received reliable information that General Joseph B. Johnston and General Stephen D. Lee arrived at Oxford, Miss., on Wednesday last, and are organizing a force to attack this place and Corinth within next ten days. Troops are pouring in to them from the south, and they had ten days rations of jerked beef. At that time they we~~e also arming all their troops, who had shotguns, with new Austrian rifles. If more troops could be spared for this place it would be well enough to send them here without del ~y. The four pieces of artillery now here are nearly use- less. Effective strength of infantry now here, 800; of cavalry, 500; the force at Grand Junction consists of the Sixth Tennessee Cavalry, about 600. I have ap- pointed Capt. F. Welker chief of artillery for this division. Request that he may be ordered to report here with his battery. Respectfully, T. W. SWEENY, Brigadier-General, (Jommanding. My scouts have reported for several days that the enemy was building bridges across the Tallahatchie, but I supposed it to be a ruse to keep us from moving. II had assigned Welkers battery to the La Grange brigade, but am holding it here for the present to await developments. E. A. CARR, Brigadier-General. CHATTANOOGA, TENN., October 2, 18638 p. m. (Received 1 p. in., 3d.) Hon. E. M. STANTON, Secretary of War: Enemys cavalry struck the supply train of this army on the Sequatchie this morning. If the troops from east left their trains behind them, as I suppose, the wagons and mules had better be for- warded by rail to Nashville. They will be needed on this long line. When General Buruside moved west his trains went with him, and the sooner they arrive the sooner the troops can be supplied and move with activity and effect. It is reported that 200 or more wagons were captured, but we have only the earliest rumors. Cav- alry and infantry are moving in such positions that I have hope8 that th~ rebels will yet pay dearly for their success. M. C. MUGS, Quartermaster- General. INDIANAPOLIS, October 2, 1863. (Received 8.30 p. in.) Hon. E. M. STANTON: I respectfully request that General Lew. Wallace may be allowed to visit Ch~r~oog~ ~. P. MORTON, qovernor of Indicti~q Page 32 32 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CIIAP. XLII. WASHINGTON, D. C., October 2, 18639.10 p. m. Governor MORTON, Indianapolis: General Lew. Wallace having recently, in very curt not to say disrespectful terms, disavowed your authority to make an applica- tion for him which was granted by the Department, I must be ex- cused from considering any request not coming froni himself in respect to him. EDWIN M. STANTON. CHATTANOOGA, TENN., October 2, 186310.30 p. m (Received 2 p. in., 3d.) Maj. Gen. H. W. HALLECK. General-in-Chief: The rebel cavalry, which crossed between Burnside and our left, turned our cavalry; got to Anderson. by Pikeville, before the cav- alry of McCook reached there. Attacked and burned our wagons at the foot of the mountain. A general supply and ammunition train was there. The extent of the disaster is not yet known. The non-arrival of our cavalry there not yet explained, nor do we know where it is. Infantry is moving t) the point from both this way and Bridgeport. The enemy still on our front, preparing and awaiting the effects of his raids. The Eleventh Corps is at Bridgeport. No advices from its commander nor from Hooker yet received. W. S. ROSECRANS, iVilajor- General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, Tenn., October 2, 1863. General BRAXTON BRAGG, Commanding Army of Tennessee: GENERAL: Your two communications of the 1st instant are re- ceived. I have returned to you all your wounded in my hands that could bear transportation. You certainly cannot expect that I will send you unwounded prisoners equal in number to the wonnded men whom I have taken off your hands. In the whole transaction thus far I have had in view the comfort of the wounded Qf both armies, and have taken greater burdens upon myself in hopes of al.. leviating suffering. I am, sir, very respectfully, your obedient servant, W. S. ROSECRANS, JiKilajor- General, Commanding. - LOUISVILLE, October 2, 1863. Major-General ROSECRANS: I have telegraphed Colonel Innes to use twenty cars to run forage and rations from Nashville to the front. I hope no orders will be giYQh that will interfere with troops ~w1 tlxeP~ eqnipuieiit~ ~ou~ir Page 33 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 33 from the east, as soon as they are shipped. If you wish it I will remain here a few days and keep all the eqnipment in Government service. By so doing can ship you very large supplies to the front from Louisville. Please advise. THOS. A. SCOTT. NASHVILLE, October 2, 18639 p. m. General GARFIELD, Chattanooga: General Hooker requests that maps of the country in which he is to operate may be sent to him at Stevenson; also instructions as to the position of the railroad his command is to guard. J. BATES DICKSON, Assistant Adjntant-Generat. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, INSPECTOR-GENERALS OFFICE, Bob Whites louse, October 2, 1863~ p. m. Lieutenant-Colonel DUCAT, inspector-General, Department of the Gumberland: COLONEL: I find the courier post, reported captured, in statu quo, (ride Morton). The couriers were scared off by the reports of fight- ing in Sequatchie Valley. A man just returned from Pryors reports the post safe. The cavalrymen and drivers I sent you this afternoon can give you the most definite information I have been able to obtain about the capture of the Fifteenth Pennsylvania Cavalry train. I have seen Major Kelly and Captain Stewart, commanding the work- ing party on this road. He has but 450 men of his own, and 116 of Eighteenth Kentucky. He can work 2,000 more. This road from near Williams house to the ascent of the mountain is exposed to fire from across the riverof musketry. There has been several shots fired to-day from near Hutchins house. Two of our cavalry- men, who had crossed the river for forage, were captnred to-day. I have ordered 15 men, 5 to a relief, posted as sharpsliooters along the bank near pioneer camp. I do not think the work on the road has progressed very rapidly. I find Captain S. has not tools enough. He says he has made proper requisitions and cannot obtain them. I think this should be bronght to the attention of the general com- manding. I will make a full report on my return. I go to Mullins Creek to-morrow and return. Any orders you may have for me address Bob Whites house. In haste, respectfully, your obedient servant, A. S. BURT, Captain Eighteenth U. S. Infantry and Aide-de-Gamp. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 2, 1863. Colonel HODGES, Chief Quartermaster, Nashville: The general commanding wishes the lumber in Murfreesborough fortifications shipped to Bridgeport, where it is needed as soon as possible. R. S. THOMS, Captain and Aide-de-G~amp. 3 R RVOL XXX, PT I Page 34 34 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLIL NASHVILLE, October 2, 1863. Maj. Gen. W. S. ROSECRANS, Chattanooga: Owing to the great delay in getting transportation for even wagons and mules, I suggest that when the troops arrive at Bridge- port they use the wagons of the ~supply trains if they are to move farther at once. When the road is once clear of troops, the supplies will be pushed through rapidly. I have requested Captain Jenkins to send small-stores, such as rope, & c., in a baggage-car by passen- ger train. Plenty of axes, hatchets, & c., at Stevenson and Bridge- port. The clothing, & c., is all packed and ready for shipment. The moment cars can be had this will go forward. I have made arrangements for a full supply of everything we shall require. The railroad caii be put in running order in a short time after the country is cleared. Thirty carpenters additional on to boat at Bridgeport [sic], HENRY C. HODGES. FOURTEEN MILES FROM BRIDGEPORT, October 2, 18639.30 a. m. General GARFIELD, Chief of Staff: In consequence of storm and other delays, made only 2 miles progress yesterday. Am doing well this morning, and office will be at foot of mountain 7 miles from here to-night. Officers tell me it will be impossible to go up the mountain by the Haley road, but I shall try Respectfully, ~. ~. VAN DUZER. OCTOBER 2, 1863. Colonel GODDARD: The three wires running from Nashville to Louisville are cut be- tween Elizabethtown and Munfordville. The train coming south has been detained north of the break of the telegraph-line, for what purpose is not ascertained. Respectfully, C. HOLDRIDGE. WALDENS RIDGE, October 2, 18636.45 a. m. Captain MERRILL: Our horses have had nothing since the morning of the 28th. Can- not get our team nearer than 3 miles of here, to which place we have to ~o for water9 What shall we do? BERRY, Acting f5ignGt Officer Page 35 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 35 WALDENS RIDGE, October 2, 18637.50 a. m. Captain MERRILL: Captain Jones says he can cominnnicate with a point where the Anderson road crosses Stringers Ridge. BERRY, Lieutenant and Acting Signal Officer. FORT OCCUPIED BY WOODS DIv., 21ST ARMY CORPS, October 2, 1863. (Received 9.20 a. in.) Captain MERRILL: Three regiments that were camped on top of the ridge to the right of Moores road, strnck camp and marched off in an eastern direc- tion. Two of their flags were bine, with lone star in center. The other troops on ridge, as well as those in the valley, seem to be qniet. LEONARD. OBSERVATION STATION NEAR LOOMIS BATTERY, October 2, 186310.15 a. m. Captain MERRILL: A body of rebel infantry have jnst passed along the top of Mission Ridge from left to right. Were sixteen minntes passing one point sonth 55 degrees east; place snpposed to be Braggs headqnarters. More coming in rear of these. PUTNAM, Liei2ten ant and Acting Signal Officer. CAMERON HILL, October 2, 18631 p. m. Capt. J. MERRILL: I see an omnibns filled with people driving along top of Missionary Ridge, stopping often, apparently to make observations. A. S. COLE, Captain and AcUng Signal Officer. WALDENS RIDGE, October 2, 18635.30 p. m. Captain MERRILL: The rebel cavalry have captnred the conner post from Bob Whites, and are reported coming this way. JONES, Acting Signal Officer. WALDENS RIDGE, October 2, 18635.30 p. m. (Received 6 p. in.) Captain MERRILL: The rebels have captnved a large train between here and the monn- tam. The force reported at three regiments. A cavalry force has been sent to the scene of action. KLOKKE, Acting Signal Officer Page 36 36 KY., sw. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. HEADQUARTERS, October 2, 18636.30 p. m. Lieutenant BRENT: Where did rel)el cavalry cross, and from whom did you get your information? MERRILL, Captain, & c. HEADQUARTERS, October 2, 186310.40 p. m. Captain JONES: Where is Connelly? Is your authority for last report good? MERRILL, Captain, & c. WALDENS RIDGE, October 2, 186312 p. m. Captain MERRILL: Connelly is at Jasper, and think my authority good. JONES, Acting Signal Officer. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 2, 1863. Maj. Gen. GEORGE H. THOMAS: The major-general commanding directs that until further orders only two-thirds rations will be issued to your command, and when you consider it sufficient, only one-half rations. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, WM. McMICHAEL, Major and Assistant Adjntant-General. (Same to Major-General McCook, Major-General Crittenden, and Major-General Granger.) HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 2, 186312 m. Major-General THOMAS, Commanding Fonrteenth Arm~q Corps: Signal officer in General Woods fort reports eleven regiments of infantry and a battery of five guns and four caissons have just passed unpainted house, moving to the right. Another heavy col- umn has just come in sight, also moving to the right. General commanding wishes you to be ready. R. ~. THOMS, Captain and Aide-de-Camp. (Same to Major-Geuer~d McCook, commanding Twentieth Army Corps. Page 37 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.~UNION. 37 IIDQRS. 14TH ARMY CORPs, INSPECTOR-GENERALS DEPT., Chattanooga, October 2, 1863. Maj. Gen. GEORGE H. THOMAS, Commanding Fourteenth Army Corps: GENERAL: I have the honor to make the following report: Lieu- tenant Reppert, of your escort, reports to me that from the house of Mr. Chandler, on the hill, between the hours of 10 and 11 a. in., he saw rebel troops, both infantry and artillery, moving on the top of Missionary Ridge, from our left in direction of Rossville, and that they had been moving for nearly an hour. I am, general, very respectfully, your obedient servant, J. D. BARKER, Acting Assistant Inspector-General, 14th Army C~orps. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 2, 1863. Maj. Gen. G. H. THOMAS, Commanding Fourteenth Army Corps: GENERAL: The general commanding directs me to say that Gen- eral Smith has been riding your front to-day, and reports a small piece of timber in front of General Rousseau and Colonel Grose which he thinks should be cut down. Under the general directions heretofore given, the general commanding had supposed this was done. It is the woods to the left of Moores road to which the general commanding wishes to direct your attention. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, FRANK S. ~OND, Major and Aide-de-Camp. HDQRS. 14TH ARMY CORPS, PROVOST-MARSHALS OFFICE, October 2, 1863. Col. G. E. FLYNT, Assistant Adjutant-General: Inclosed I send you a statement of R. H. Cliff, wagon-master to headquarters train, in relation to the capture of a train at Anderson this morning. I remain, colonel, your obedient servant, J. G. PARKHURST, Colonel and Provost-Marshal. [Inclosure.] PROVOST-MARSHALS OFFICE, October 2, 1863. Statement of Richard H. Cliff, wagon-master to headquarters train, Fourteenth Army Corps: Says he left Stevenson September 30, in the morning, in charge of eight wagons loaded with rations, in company with a large sup- ply train, and reached Andersons, at the foot of Waldens Ridge, about 9 oclock on the morning of the 2d (this morning); that when he reached Andersons he heard a train had been burned by the enemy at the next pass above, about 7 miles farther up the valley. About half an hour after this report reached him, the enemy made an attack ~ipon the train at Andersons. The enemy were about 2,00 Page 38 38 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. stroiw~ Cay airy. He made his escape and reached the top of the mountain and remained in the vicinity till about 4 oclock p. in., and while there saw the train burning; that there were from 300 to 400 men with the train as guard, who were probably captured, as he saw but a few men, not over 10, who escaped. He saw the rebels take a portion of the train up the valley road with some of our soldiers as prisoners. R. H. CLIFF. [First indorsementi HEADQUARTERS FOURTEENTH ARMY CoRPS, Chattanooga, October 2, 1863. Respectfully forwarded for the information of the general com manding the department. GEO. H. THOMAS. Major- General, U. S. Volunteers, Commanding. [Second indorsement.] What number of wagons did they take away? W. S. R., Major- General. [Third indorsement.] HEADQUARTERS FOURTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Chattanooga, October 2, 1863. Respectfully returned. Lieutenant Tuckers (quartermaster Ninth Michigan) train con- sisted of 34 wagons. 8 of which he loaded with rations and sent for- ward in charge of Cliff. The balance he has with him at Stevenson. Lieutenant Stiles had 250 wagons in his train, all of which he re- ported this afternoon as having been destroyed. Cliff thinks there must have been 300 to 400 wagons at the foot and going up the mountain, mostly general supply and ammunition wagons, some of the Third Division, Twentieth Army Corps. Cannot tell how many were destroyed or taken away. Heard one ammunition wagon ex- plode while on the top of mountain. The enemy pursued about half-way up the mountain. They took the wagons back the same way they had come themselves. The road going up the mountain was full of wagons. The drivers were unhitching their saddle-mules and coming this way. GEO. H. THOMAS, Major- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS FOURTH DIVISION, FOURTEENTH CORPS, Chattanooga, Tenn., October 2, 1863. Lieutenant-Colonel FLYN T, Assistant Adjutant- General, Fourteenth Army Corps: COLONEL: I have to report that I inspected the works in charge of my division yesterday p. m. They are not materially damaged by th~ rain. None of the (livision will be required to move on account of the rain. Yery respectfully, & c., ~. ~-. REYNOLDS, Mc4jor- General, Commanding Division Page 39 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCEq FTC.UNIOX. HEADQUARTERS TWENTIETH ARMY CORPS, October 2, 1863. Brigadier-General GARFIELD: Everything was perfectly quiet on my entire front last night. A. McD. MoCOOK, Major- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS TWENTIETH ARMY CORPS, Maj. WILLIAM MCMICHAEL, Chattanooga, October 2, 1863. Assistant Adjutant- General: MAJOR: I have the honor to state that the headquarters of the Twentieth Army Corps are removed from the brick house on the hill to a position in rear of the center of the line of the corps, a short distance north of the main hospital buildings. Very respectfully, A. MoD. McCOOK, Ailajor- General, Commanding. HDQRS. FIRST DIVISION, TWENTY-FIRST ARMY CORPS, October 2, 1863. General J. A. GARFIELD, Chief of Staff: GENERAL: I have just returned from the parapet of the fort on my front, and cannot see anything in the movements of the enemy to warrant a conclusion as to his designs. The officer on watch re- ports the passage of sixteen regiments and two batteries along the crest of Missionary Ridge, from the enemys right to his left (or reversely from our left to our right), but there is nothing sufficiently pointed in this to say what it means. Whether it is simply a change of camp, whether it means drawing off to strike somewhere else, or whether it means concentration against our right, other develop- ments must tell. In the mean time we will watch them, and be ready for whatever, in the language of Mr. Micawber, may turn up. Respectfully, & c., TH. J. WOOD, Brigadier-General of Volunteers, Commanding. FORT DUNLAP, October 2, 18639 a. m. Brigadier~General WOOD: GENERAL: The camps on top Missionary Ridge appear to be broken up. Where the troops have gone to I cannot tell. They have not appeared in the valley yet. I can discover but little change in your front. In General Palmers front it looks as if there was an increase of force, say a brigade. Respectfully, sir, J. L. YARYAN, Aide-de-Camp Page 40 40 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. LOHAP. XLII. FORT DUNLAP, October 2, 186312 m. Brigadier-General WooD, Commanding First Division: GENERAL: A heavy column of infantry has been passing from the enemys right to his left for the past honr on top of Missionary Ridge. The head of the column is lost in the timber. Have not appeared yet in the valley. Respectfully, sir, ~. L. ~YARYAN, Aide-de-Gamp. OCTOBER 2, 1863. Brigadier-General WooD, Comdg. First Division, Twenty-first Army Corps: GENERAL: About a brigade of the enemy moved along the top of ridge until they reached the unpainted honse east of Fort Dunlap, where they filed right, and I think marched down the ridge on the other side. The works sontheast of the fort have been added to con- siderably. The number of troops in the valley appears increased. I can see three brass gnus at different points in the enemys works. The enemy have jnst commenced work on their fortifications on onr left. There does not appear to be as many at work as usual. Respectfully, L. M. DIE MOTTE, Lieutenant and Acting Signal Officer. OCTOBER 2, 1863. Brigadier-General WOOD: Sixteen regiments of infantry, two batteries of artillery have moved along the top of the ridge in direction of our right. They were without baggage, and had but few ambulances. The head of a column of infantry is seen coming down the ridge near fortifications southeast of the fort, aud directly opposite General Palmers front. I do not think it the same column I have seen moving on the top of the hill. Respectfully, & c., L. M. DE MOTTFJ. Lieutenant and Signal Officer. FORT DUNLAP, October 2, 1863. Brigadier-General WooD, Commanding First Division: GENERAL: Eleven regiments of infantry and a battery of five guns and four caissons have just passed unpainted house, moving to the right. Another heavy column has just come in sight, also mov- ing to the right. Respectfully, yours, L. M. DIE MOTTE Lieutenant and Signal Officer Page 41 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNJON. 41 HDQRS. NINETIETH REGT. OHiO VOLUNTEER INFANTRY, Brigadier-General CRUFT, October 2, 186312 m. Commanding First Brigade: GENERAL: I have the honor to report that this morning, while in the fort on the hill, for the purpose of amusing myself observing the enemy, I counted sixteen regiments of infantry and three batteries move from our extreme left along the ridge of mountains in front and come down the mountain into the valley behind the hill, im- mediately in Colonel Groses front. There was considerable strag- gling among the troops, and they were accompanied by a wagon train which may yet be seen on thc~ ridges. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, C. II. RIPPEY, Colonel, Commanding. Brigadier-General MORGAN CHATTANOOGA, October 2, 1863. We have had no report of arrival of troops by railroad from Nashville. Report how many have arrived and report each arrival hereafter. J. A. GARFIELD, Brigadier-General and Chief of Staff. Lieutenant-Colonel GODDARD, BRIDGEPORT, October 2, 1863. Assistant Adjutant-General, Chattanooga: Following portions of General Hookers command arrived: First Division, Major-General Schurz. First Brigade, Col. F. Hecker commanding: Forty-fifth New York Volunteers, Major Koch commanding; Eighty-second Illinois Vol- unteers, Lieutenant-Colonel Salomon commanding; Sixty-first Ohio, Lieutenant-Colonel Bown commanding; Eighty-second Ohio, Lieu- tenant-Colonel Thomson commanding; One hundred and forty-third New York, Col. H. Boughton commanding. Second Brigade, Col. W. H. Jacobs commanding: Fifty-eighth New York Volunteers, Captain Esembaux commanding; Seventy- fifth Pennsylvania Volunteers, Major Ledig commanding; Sixty- eighth New York Volunteers, Major Steinhausen commanding; One hundred and nineteenth New York Volunteers, Colonel Lock- man commanding; Twenty-sixth Wisconsin Volunteers, Captain Winkler commanding; One hundred and forty-first New York Vol- unteers, Colonel Logie corfimanding. Second Division, Eleventh Army Corps, General Steinwehr com- manding. First Brigade, Second Division, Eleventh Army Corps, Col. A. Bn schbeck commanding: Twenty-seventh Pennsylvania Volunteers, Major McAloon commanding; Seventy-third Pennsylvania Volun- teers, Colonel Moore commanding; One hundred and thirty-fourth New York Volunteers, Lieutenant-Colonel Jackson commanding; One hundred and fifty-fourth New York Volunteers, Major Warner commanding; Thirty-third New Jersey Volunteers, Colonel Mindil commanding Page 42 42 icr., SW.VA., TENK., MISS., N. ALA., AND K. GA. [CHAP. XLII. Second Brigade, Col. Orland Smith commanding: Seventy-third Ohio Volunteers, Major Hurst commanding; Fifty-fifth Ohio Vol- unteers, Major Robbins commanding; Thirty-third Massachusetts Volunteers, Colonel Underwood commanding; One hundred and thirty-sixth New York Volunteers, Colonel Wood commanding; One hundred and sixty-eighth New York Volunteers, Colonel Brown commanding. R. F. SMITH, Colonel, Commanding Post. (Same to Brigadier-General Morgan.) BRIDGEPORT, October 2, 1863. Captain WISEMAN, Assistant Adjutant-General: Tenth Illinois, Sixtieth Illinois, and troops from Battle Creek moved yesterday about 3 p. m. Tenth Michigan moved about 8 p. m. Have heard nothing from them. R. F. SMITH, Colonel, Commanding Post. BRIDGEPORT, October 2, 1863. Captain WISEMAN, Assistant Adjutant-General: Just received information from commanding officer at Battle Creek that rebels have appeared in considerable force, both infantry and cavalry, near Jasper, and that only two regiments of our cav- alry remain at Jasper, all the rest of our forces having gone forward. Cannonading heard here distinctly. R. F. SMITH, Colonel, Commanding Post. BRIDGEPORT, October 2, 186312.45 p. m. Capt. T. WISEMAN, Assistant Adjutant-General: Just received dispatch from operator at end of line toward Chat- tanooga, 118 or 20 miles from here, that Wheelers cavalry was within 4 miles of there, and had captured lot of our trains, & c. R. F. SMITH, Colonel, Commanding Post. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF TIlE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 2. 1863. Brigadier-General MORGAN, Stevenson: The general commanding directs that you construct an ordnance depot at Stevenson, and order Captain Mills, First Michigan Engin- eers and Mechanics, to superintend its erection. WILLIAM McMICHAEL, lllajor and Assistant Adjutant- General Page 43 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCR, 1~TC.UNrON. 43 CHATTANOOGA, October 2, 1863. (Received 8 p. in., 2d.) Brigadier-General MORGAN, Stevenson: The enemys cavalry are en route to our line of communication by way of McMinnville. The general commanding directs that you notify commanding officers along the railroad of this, and that some of the enemys troops are wearing our uniform. WM. McMJCHAEL, liiliajor and Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS FIRST CAVALRY DIVISION, On Road, October 2, 1863. General J. D. MORGAN: Please tell Colonel Campbell, First Brigade, the rebels burned a train at Smiths Cross-Roads. The colonel commanding orders him to hurry forward with all possible speed. If Colonel Campbell is not there, please send order lo where he is. Yours, respectfully, JOHN PRATT, Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMEERLAND, COMMANDING OFFICER, Chattanooga, October 2, 1863. Eighteenth Kentucky Volunteers: The general commanding directs that you make a daily report to these headquarters of the progress made on the road. He also directs me to say that he ho ds you responsible for the progress of the work on the road except the bridges, and you must get tools if you have not a sufficient qnantity already. Very respectfully, your obedient servant FRANK S. BOND, Major and Assistant Adjutant-General. TULLAHOMA, October 2, 1863. Brig. Gen. R. S. GRANGER: I have just received the following dispatch from Tracy City: Colonel GIVEN: SIR: A scout just in reports, seen 12,000 rebels 13 miles from this place on the old Chattanooga road and going to Altamont or the direction of the railroad near Cowan or Decherd. My scout saw them, and the lieutenant in charge shot and killed 1. P. McKNIGHT, First Lieutenant, Commanding Post. WM. GIVEN, Colonel, Commanding Page 44 44 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. HEADQUARrrERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 2, 1863. COMMANDING OFFICER, Battle Creek: Colonel McCooks division of Cavalry were ordered day before yesterday to move from Bridgeport to Andersons up the Sequatchie. Valley. Three regiments of infantry and one section of artillery were ordered from Battle Creek to the same point. These forces should have moved yesterday. Do you know when they moved, and where they now are? If the infantry has not moved from Jasper, it will do so at once. Report immediately in reference to these mat- ters. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, J. A. GARFIELD Brigadier- General and Chief of Staff. HEADQUARTERS CHIEF OF CAVALRY, DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Island Ferry, October 2, 1863. General GARFIELD, Chief of Staff: GENERAL: We have a rumor here that some of our trains have been burned on the mountain. I have sent out all the men I have in camp to ascertain the truth of the report. Have you heard any- thing of it? I am, your obedient servant, ROBT. B. MITCHELL, Brigadier-General and Chief of Cavalry. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 2, 1863. Brigadier-General MITCHELL, Commanding Cavalry: GENERAL: The general commanding directs me to say that we have heard of the rumor of capture of our trains, but that Colonel McCook has been ordered up there and should be there in time ta save them; also Colonel Boyd is out there and would probably have reported anything serious. Let us know the result of your scout. Respectfully, your obedient servant, FRANK S. BOND, 3fajor and Aide-de-Camp. HEADQUARTERS CHIEF OF CAVALRY, DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Island Ferry, October 2, 1863. Brigadier-General GARFIELD Chief of Staff: GENERAL: One of the party I sent to find out the truth of the re- port in regard to the capture of the trains has returned. He met Page 45 ChAP. XLILI CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 45 quartermaster of the Fourteenth Army Corps on the road out, who told them that three of the division trains of the Fourteenth Army Corps had been captured, the ammunition trains burned, and the rest of the train taken up the valley the other side of the mountain. Team- sters and soldiers have also airived and confirm this report. ROBT. B. MITCHELL, Brigadier- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS CHIEF OF CAVALRY, DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Island Ferry, October 2, 1863. Brigadier-General GARFIELD, Chief of Staff: GENERAL: The party I sent to find out about the truth of the rumor in regard to our trains has returned. It went out 12 miles. They learned from a major, other officers, and enlisted men, and sutlers, coming from the direction of Bridgeport, who saw the rebel cavalry, that there were three or four regiments. Some reported two brigades, and scared teamsters 10,000; that the trains captured were those of Generals Brannan, Negley, and Rousseauan ammu- nition train, and about forty sutlers wagons; that they burned the whole; that about 400 of the enemy started in the direction of Bridge- port, the remainder of them going up the valley, leading off mules and taking also some of our men. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, ROBT. B. MITCHELL, Brigadier-General artd Chief of Cavalry. HEADQUARTERS NINETY-SECOND ILLINOIS, harrisons Landing, October 2, 1863. Maj. WILLIAM H. SINCLAIR, Assistant Adjutant-General: MAJOR: I learn this a. m. that all the fords above me ar& left un- guarded. All the other mounted force are leaving, but I have no orders. No courier line to brigade headquarters. I am informed that it has left. I am here awaiting orders. Very respectfully, ~. D. ATKINS, Colonel, Commanding. [Indorsements.] The original copy was sent by an orderly, but was lost in the river. JOHN K. IRANKIN, Lieutenant and Aide-de-Camp. I have ordered Colonel Atkins to co-operate with Col. Dan. Mc- Cook, guard the fords in front of him, and watch the roads leading down from above him. ROBT. B. MITCHELL, Brigadier-General and Chief of G1avalry Page 46 46 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. HEADQUARTERS NINETY-SECOND ILLINOIS VOLUNTEERS, Harrisons Landing, Tenn., October 2, 18635 p. m. Maj. WILLIAM H. SINCLAIR, Assistant Adjutant- General: MAJOR: I have the lionor to report all quiet; the enemy piCket- ing on the opposite side of the river and foraging in the fields. Most respectfully, your obedient servant, S. D. ATKINS, Colonel Ninety-second Illinois Volunteers. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 2, 1863. Brig. Gen. R. B. MITCHELL: The report of Colonel Atkins is received, and your dispositions approved. The general commanding directs that in addition you have the fords watched and all stragglers from our cavalry gathered up and put into the work. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, J. A. GARFIELD, Brigadier-General and Chief of Staff. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 2, 18635.15 p. m. Brigadier-General MITCHELL Commanding Cavalry: GENERAL: The general commanding desires to know whether your order to Colonel McCook to join General Crook at Pikeville with his cavalry division was sent; and, if so, at what time it was probably received. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, J. A. GARFIELD Brigadier-General, Chief of Staff. HEADQUARTERS CHIEF OF CAVALRY, DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Island Ferry, Tenn., October 2, 18636 p. m. Brig. Gen. J. A. GARFIELD, Chief of Staff: GENERAL: In reply to your communication of 5.15 p. in., 1 have the honor to inform you that an exact copy of your order to me was sent to Colonel McCook, and he was directed to follow out its instriic- tions immediately on the receipt of the order. The courier started immediately on the receipt of the order (3 a. m. to-day). I sent 3 of my escort with it, and they have not yet returned. I cannot tell, therefore, at what time the order reached him. The corporal knew the contents of the dispatch, and was instructed what to do with it in case of his being in danger of being captured. You will see by refereuce to Colonel MeCooks dispatch of yesterday, whic Page 47 CHA.r. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 47 YOU have, that he had to march 39 miles yesterday in order to reach Andersons last night. The road the couriers went was about 18 miles to Andersons, over what is marked on the map as Andersons road, and the corporal before starting was carefully instructed in regard to the road by Lieutenant Greenwood, topographical engineer. I am, very respectfully, your obedient servant, ROBT. B. MITCHELL, Brigadier-General and Chief of Cavalry. HEADQUARTERS CHIEF OF CAVALRY, DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, General GARFIELD, Island Ferry, October 2, 1863. Chief of Staff: GENERAL: In your dispatch to me this morning you say, gather up the stragglers of the cavalry command and put them into the work. Do you mean send them over the river to the fortifications? if so, who shall I have them report to? I have about 30 dismounted men here. The mounted men (36) I sent up to Col. Daniel McCook this evening. I am, your obedient servant, IROBT. B. MITCHELL, Brigadier-General and Chief of Cavalry. [Indorsement.] HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 2, 1863. Put them into the work of guarding fords, & c. Put them on duty with your forces left near the river. J. A. GARFIELD, Brigadier-General, Chief of Staff. NEAR ANDERSONS CROSS-ROADS, Col. A. P. CAMPBELL, October 2, 1863. Commanding First Brigade: The enemys cavalry have captured and burned a large train near this place. We have, with what force we have, punished their rear, and the colonel commanding intends to push ou and attack them to- night. He directs that you move forward with your command to this place to-night (immediately) without fail. I am, colonel, your very obedient servant, JNO. PRATT, Assistant Adjutant-General. HDQRS. FIRST BRIGADE, FIRST DIvIsION CAVALRY, Capt. JOHN PRATT, Pump Spring, October 2, 1863. Assistant Adjutant- General: SIR: I have just received a dispatch dated October 1, from your headquarters, orde~in~ me to move on a forced march to Sequatchi Page 48 48 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLIL Valley. I think the dispatch has been detained on the road. My wagons are out foraging. I shall move immediately for Bridgeport. I am, very respectfully, your obedient servant, A. P. CAMPBELL, Colonel, Commanding. ON ROAD, 12 MILES FROM ANDERSONS, October 2, 1863. Col. A. P. CAMBPELL, Commanding First Brigade: I send you 3 orderlies in order that you may make no mistake in the road. I want you, if possible, to reach Andersons to-night. The orderlies will show you where you can feed on the road if your horses have had no feed this morning. I am, colonel, very respectfully, your obedient servant, E. M. McCOOK, Colonel, Commanding. HDQRS. FIRST BRIGADE, FIRST DIVISION CAVALRY, Three ]Iiliiles East of Jasper, Tenn., October 2, 186311 p. m. Capt. JOHN PRATT, Assistant Adjutant- General: SIR: I did not receive your dispatch with orders to march until half-past 9 oclock this a. m. I have marched to this point since 1 oclock without feeding. I shall rest and feed nntil 3 oclock to- morrow morning, and then march to Andersons Cross-Roads, unless I receive further orders. I am, very respectfully, your obedient servant, A. P. CAMPBELL, Colonel, Commanding. IN THE FIELD, October 2, 1863. Colonel TILLSON, Tenth Illinois Infantry, Commanding Brigade: You had better march as far as you can to-day without fatiguing your men too much. A contingency may arise in which we may all be needed, as I learn the rebels have thrashed Crooks division on this side of the river. I am, very respectfully, your obedient servant, E. M. McCOOK, Colonel, Commanding. PITTS CROSS-ROADS, Sequatchie Valley, October 2, 18633 p. m. Brig. Gen. J. A. GARFIELD, Chief of Staff, Army of the ~umberland, Chattanooga: I was detained on top of the mountain by the non-arrival of Millers brigade until 9 a. ni. I have all with me here. I learn tha Page 49 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNIO~. 49 the rebels have divided into two partiesone goes up the mountain near Pikeville on the road to MeMiunville, under the command of Wharton, and the other has gone down the valley toward Ander- sons Cross-Roads; both parties left early this morning. As I can catch neither of i~hese parties by following after them, I shall cross the mountain by the Roberson road, and expect to be at McMinn- ville early to-morrow, and hope to secure this before Wheelers party. I hope that Colonel McCook will be able to beat back the rebels at Andersons Cross-Roads and force him to go up the mountain at Dunlap. The rebels must have some 10,000 men from the most re- liable information I can get. Their horses are represented as being in fine condition; my horses are much jaded, especially the battery horses of the Eighteenth Indiana Battery. After I leave this point it will be unsafe to send couriers, and unless I have some very important information, I will not dispatch you until I reach McMinnville. Respectfully, your obedient servant, GEORGE CROOK, Brigadier-General. NASHVILLE, TENN., October 2, 186,3. Hon. E. M. STANTON, (Received 4.40 p. in.) Secretary of War: The last of the infantry of the Eleventh Corps reached their des- tination yesterday. The Twelfth are now passing through this city. I hope the movement will be satisfactory to you. I shall go to the front this morning. JOSEPH HOOKER, ]Jliajor- General, Commanding. General GARFIELD, INASHvILLE, October 2, 1863. Chattanooga: I leave here to-day. Expect to reach Stevenson, as ordered, by daylight to-morrow. Eleventh Corps all en route from here except the artillery. Head of the Twelfth Corps will leave here to-day. No artillery up yet. I have no cavalry. Aggregate for duty, Sep- tember 20: Eleventh Corps, 5,834 ; Twelfth Corps, 9,245. These num- bers will be increased somewhat. JOSEPH HOOKER, liiliajor- General. Major-General SLocuM, NASHVILLE, October 2, 1863. Care of Col. T. A. Scott, Louisville, Ky.: General Hooker directs you to furnish your command with all the tools allowed it by War Department, and an extra wagon-load 4 R RVOL XXX, PT I Page 50 50 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. ~CHAP. XLII. of tools to each division, if you are not already so provided. The nature of the country through which you are to operate requires that special care be taken in this matter. DANL. BUTTERFIELD, Hajor-Genera~, Chief of Staff. HDQRS. DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 2, 1863. (Received 4th.) Maj. Gen. A. E. BURNSJDE, Via Louisville, Ky.: We have reliable information that the rebel cavalry have not only gone into Tennessee, but up into Pikeville. We now need and want all the assistance you can give ns to pursue, harass, and destroy them. Your prompt assistance is desired. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. CUMBERLAND GAP, October 2, 1863. General BURNSIDE: General Willcox, with his infantry force, is within 6 miles of the gap; the batteries are already at the gap. He desired me to inform you that he will be at the gap in the morning, and will look for orders from you. Major Wheeler, with five companies of the Fourth Ohio Cavalry, will probably arrive at the gap to-morrow morning. E. R. GOODRICH, Lieutenant- Colonel, & c. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE TENNESSEE, Vicksburg, Miss., October 3, 1863. Maj. Gen. N. P. BANKS, c~ommanding Department of the Gulf: GENERAL: I regret that recent events in Northern Georgia and consequent orders to me from headquarters of the army, prevent me entirely from keeping any portion of my promise to you in regard to furnishing you with any further aid. I am left in such a condition that I cannot even send a cavalry force, which I intended to clean out the country between the Mississippi River and the New Orleans and Jackson road as far south as Port Hudson. The brigade which I ordered from West Tennessee never came, but in lieu of it General Hurlbut sent parts of three regiments, numbering about 1,000 men. I have sent to Rosecrans aid one entire army corps from here, and part of the Sixteenth from West Tennessee. This leaves ine a force of little over 16,000 mnemi of all arms to guard the whole coun- try from Helena to your lines. I have in my immediate front four brigades of rebel cavalry that I know of, arid some twenty or more pieces of artillery. I assure you, general, this is no less of a disappointment to~ me than to you. I was anxious to give you the aid to make the expedi- tion a certain success, but my orders from Washington were per Page 51 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCF, ETC.~UNJ~N. 51 ernptory to send every man IL could east from Corinth. I informed the General-in-Chief that you had made a call upon me to furnish one division more, but received no reply. I am very glad to say that IL have so far recovered from my in- juries as to be able to move about on crutches. It will probably be some time before I will entirely recover. I am, general, very respectfully, your obedient servant, U. S. GRANT, ilfajor- General. WASHINGTON, D. C., October 3, 18632.55 p. m. Maj. FREDERICK E. PRIME, Corps of Engrs., U. S. Army, 54 Wall Street, New York: You are relieved from duty in the Department of the Tennessee, and will immediately report by telegraph to the chief engineer, who is now at the Revere House in Boston. GEO. W. CULLUM, Brigadier-General, Chief of Staff. SPECIAL ORDERS, HDQRS. FIFTEENTH ARMY CORPS, No. 186. ililiemphis, Tenn., October 3, 1863. I. The Second Division, Brig. Gen. G. A. Smith co~mmanding, will move at once by railroad to Corinth, and there await further orders. II. The Fourth Division, Brig. Gen. John M. Corse commanding, on its arrival at this place, will proceed at once by railroad to Corinth, and there await further orders. By order of Maj. Gen. W. T. Sherman: R. M. SAWX~ER, Assistant Adjutant- General. SPECIAL ORDERS, HDQRS. CAVALRY, 15TH ARMY CORPS, No. 15. October 3, 1863. Commanding officer Fifth Illinois Cavalry will detail immediately 1 officer aud 40 men to proceed via Messingers Ford to Birdsongs Ferry, thence to Harris, 1 mile from Hills, thence to Clarks, and re- ~uruing by Youngs, where Colonel Geddes headquarters are, report- mg result of observation to him. Small parties of the enemy are prowling around in that neighborhood, and have killed several sol- diers to-day. Capture them, if possible, and wherever any soldiers are stationed as guards at any house on the i~oad, they will be made to report at once to their command. E. F. WINSLOW, Colonel and Chief of Cavalry. HEADQUARTERS U. S. FORCES, Lieut. Col. ~. T. CLARK, Natchez, Miss., October 3, 1863. Asst. Adjt. Gen., Seventeenth Army Corps: COLONEL: Logan, the rebel colonel who commands the cotton- burners in rear of Natchez, I am informed, is gathering his force Page 52 52 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. in Wilkinson County, in the vicinity of Woodville, with the view of burning the cotton in that county. It has been represented to me that the citizens of that county are becoming well disposed to the Government of the United States, and of course they are very anx- ious to save their cotton. I think I could do something in the way of gathering up rebel cotton, and I might do some mischief to Logan, if I could make an expedition with about one brigade to Woodville, and hold the place a few days. To make this expedition I ought to have at least two boats, so that I could take the troops down to Fort Adams, where there is a gun-boat, and land them there and march out to Woodville from Fort Adams. I wish you would bring this matter to the attention of the general, and if there are not other matters of more importance on hand, obtain his approbation to my making the expedition, and send me the boats, or give me authority to take possession of the necessary transportation. Respectfully, & c., M. M. CROCKER, Brigadier- General. HDQRS. SECOND DIvIsION, SEVENTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Memphis, 7 enn., October 3, 1863. Brig. Gen. C. L. MATTHIES, Gommanding Third Brigade: GENERAL: You will move your brigade with all possible dispatch by railroad, embarking at the Memphis and Charleston depot, to Glendale. Each man will be provided with two days rations. Your acting commissary of subsistence will take surplus commissary stores. You will cause one company from each regiment to be detailed as guard, ready to repel any attack made by enemies. You will estab- lish a cantp, assume command of all the troops of this division ar- riving at that point, until further orders. I am, very respectfully, & c., JOHN E. SMITH. Brigadier-General, Commanding. MEMPHIS, TENN., October 3, 1863. (Received 9 p. in., 7th.) Maj. Gen. H. W. HALLECK, General-in-Chief: Arrived last night at Memphis from Yicksburg. My Second Di- vision will be in to-day. The First Division is already at Corinth. John E. Smiths division, of McPhersons corps, will move out to Corinth to-day and to-morrow, and my Fourth Division is expecte(l up in three days. Navigation of the Mississippi very precarious, from low water and scarcity of fuel. I will have four divisions, of about 17,000 men, at Corinth, and as far east as the Tennessee River, as soon as possible. It will not be safe to calculate sooner than ten days, at the quickest. General Huribut reports Joe Johnston as moving northward, along the Mobile and Ohio Railroad. My pies- ent intelligence is that General Rosecrans is still at Chattanooga. W. T. SHERMAN, Major- General Page 53 CHAP. XLIII COESPONDE~C1~, ETC.TiNIO~. SPECIAL ORDERS, HDQRS. SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, No. 239. Jliliemphis, Teun., October 3, 1863. * * * * * * * IV. Brig. Gen. John E. Smith will move his division with all possible dispatch by railroad to Glendale, there waiting orders from Maj. Gen. W. T. Sherman, to whose force he will be attached. Capt. J. V. Lewis, in charge of transportation, and Brig. Geri. J. D. Web- ster will give every facility for this movement. * * * * * * * VII. Brig. Gen. John E. Smith, commanding Seventh Division, Seventeenth Army Corps, will cause a brigade of his division to enibark on cars to proceed as rapidly as possible to La Grange, Tenn., to report to Brigadier-General S weeny. By order of Maj. Gen. S. .A. Hnrlbut: HENRY BINMORE, Assistant Adjutant- General. HDQRS. FOURTH BRIG., FIFTH DIv., 16TH ARMY CORPS, Memphis, Tenn., October 3, 1863. Maj. JAMES 0. PIERCE, A. A. U., Dist. of Memphis, Memphis, Tenn.: MAJOR: About 2 p. m. on yesterday a force of about 25 guerrillas attacked a wood train just outside my pickets, capturing, as near as I can ascertain, 1 driver, 1 negro, and 4 mules. On being notified of the state of affairs I at once ordered two companies of the Twenty- first Missouri Infantry deployed as skirmishers, and moved forward to Nonconnah Creek. Meantime I sent officer of Second Iowa Cav- alry for all his available force, which was sent me. This I ordered to dash forward on Horn Lake road, several miles beyond the creek, and scour the woods on their return, thereby hoping to get them (the enemy) between the two lines. The cavalry returned, report- ing no enemy. The infantry reported that they arrived at the creek about an hour alter the enemy had crossed, as they were informed by citizens. They saw abundant signs of horsemen being on this side the creek. The enemy left 1 mule, 1 saddle; also 1 shotgun. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, D. MOORE, Colonel, Commanding Fourth Brigede. HEADQUARTERS, La Grange, October 3, 1863. Maj. Gen. S. A. HURLBUT: GENERAL: Telegraph wires cut in several places between Sauls- bury and Corinth last night. Corinth train has not yet arrived at Saulsbury, and no communication had with Corinth this morning. Reports are in circulation that an attack is to be made at this or some point between here and Corinth. My force here is very weak; have only one battery, which consists of four guns which are not of much account. Respectfully, T. W. SWEENY, Brigadier-General Page 54 54 KY., kW. A., T ., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII, HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY Co~~ , iEernpl is, Tero~., October ~, 18(33. B ig. Gen. T. W. SWEENY, La Grange, Tenn.: Push the cavalry from La Grange and Grand Junction well out to the south and east, to gather information. One brigade of John iP~. Smiths division is ordered to you, and should be there by night-fall. S. A. HURLBUT, Major- General. LA GRANGE, October 3, 18(33. C~ommanding QfJicers between La Grange and Corinth: Furnish sufficient escort for the protection of corps repairing tele- graph lines, and keep out your cavalry and scouts in every direction. Send all important information to these headquarters; if no other way, by couriers. T. ~. SWEENY, Brigadier- General, Co ~n mand ing. HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Meraph is, Tenn., October 3, 1863. Brig. Gen. T. W. SWEENY, La Grange, Tenn.: I send you out by the train a brigade of infantry, commanded by General Matthies. Do not stop them at La Grange unless it is abso- lutely necessary, as they go forward to Glendale. Judge of the ue- cessity from your best lights, and let me know your action. 5, A. HUREBUT, Major- General, POCAHONTAS, October 3, 1863. Colonel MERSY: SIR: The rebels burned a bridge aud tore the telegraph line down last night between here and Corinth. We have had no connection either way this morning until just now. The line is all right to Corinth now, but is still down west of here. I seBt repairer west early this morning, but fear he has been picked up by rebels, as he went alone and on foot. Would it not be advisable to send a (hetail after him? Yours, respectfully, JAMES PITTON, Operator. P. 5.I a hand-car is to be had, better take it. HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Memphis, Tenn., October 3, 1863. Brigadier-General OSTERHAUS, Throagh General Carrs Headquarters, Corinth, Miss.: GENERAL: Sherman has come up. One division will be here to-dr y or to-mor ow. The other division early next week. As w Page 55 CHAI. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCIF~, ETC.tTNIot. 55 are about to repair the railroad, it will be necessary for the advance division of General Shermans corps to furnish guard and escort for the working parties. S. A. HURLBUT, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPs. Brig. Gen. E. A. CARR, Memphis, Tenn., October 3, 1863 Corinth, Miss.: Sherman has come up. Smiths division will go with him, and is under orders to proceed to Glendale. You can re-enforce Sweeny at La Grange, as you judge best, without reference to Smiths force. I shall have to give Sherman another battery and a good one. S. A. HUIRLBUT, Major- Gener-il. HDQRS. LEFT WING, SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Major-General HURLBUT, C~orinth, Miss., October 3, 1863 Memphis: Two regiments and a battery will leave for La Grange at 11 oclock. This leaves at this place two regiments of infantry and one and a half of colored troops. General Osterhaus lends me two regiments to keep up the chain of sentinels around this place. General Web- ster asks me to furnish guard for railroad repairs. It will require a brigade to take and hold the crossing of the Big Bear, 32 miles from here, in order to repaLr bridge; where must it come from? Railroad is now in running order, and rebels are using it from Tuscumbia to Decatur. They will destroy it as we advance, unless prevented. From Glendale to Tuscumbia all trestle and bridges are (lestroyed as far as possible. The railroad office mnst have records describing them. Guerrillas burned small trestle and cut wire be- tween here and Chewalla last night. I shall replace Millers regi- ment at Chewalla by the Seventh Illinois, and see if they can do better. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, E. A. CARR, Bricjadier- General. Telegraph line down west of Pocahontas, so I send by railroad. WASHINGTON, October 3, 186311 a. m. Lieut. Col. 5. II. WILSON, Cairo, Ill.: Telegraph in general terms disposition of General Grants forces. Convey as soon as possible to General Grant the following: It is the wish of the Secretary of War that as soon as General Grant is able to take the field, he will come to Cairo and report by telegraph. H. W. HALLECK, General-in- Chief Page 56 56 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. CAIRO, ILL., October 3, 18635 p. in. (Received 10.20 p. in.) Col. J. C. KELTON, As8i8tant Adjutant-General: On September 22 J. E. Smiths division of the Seventeenth Corps, then at Helena, was ordered to proceed to the Department of the Cnmberland, reporting at Memphis for instructions and the ronte by which they should march, anil is now at Memphis, and moves at once to Corinth. On the 23d, Osterhaus, of the Fifteenth Corps, re- ceived the same order, and is now at Corinth. The balance of the Fifteenth Corps, under Sherman, with exception of one division to replace Smiths in the Seventeenth, follows as soon as transportation could be obtained. Transportation had arrived, and was arriving on the 25th. General Hurlbut was ordered on the 22d to send one divis- ion at least, and two if possible, on the supposition that they might have to move throngh Kentucky. Bnt in case the movement was via Corinth, his instrnctions were to move his entire corps, leaving the places vacated to be filled np, as far as necessary, by troops from elsewhere, Sherman to command the whole force. General Hurlbut has not, however, made any material alteration in his position. A. J. Smith is still at Columbus; his troops at Padncah, Union City, Columbus, and Fort Pillow. Veatchs division is at Lebanon and vicinity; Carr at Corinth and on the railroad; Seventeenth Corps at Vicksburg and Natchez. J. H. WILSON, Lieutenant- Colonel and Assistant Inspector- General. CAIRO, ILL., October 3, 1863. (Received 2.50 p. in.) Col. J. C. KELTON, Assistant Adjutant-General: General Grant directed me to say that the special messengers be- tween Memphis and Cairo having been discontinued, great delays have arisen in transmitting important dispatches. He suggests that hereafter the operators here be notified when matters of great inter- est are involved, so that the post commander can send an officer with the dispatches. Have just mailed a letter of General Grants, explain- ing the disposition of troops under the recent orders of Major-General Halleck, and inclosing copies of orders. J. H. WILSON, Lieutenant-Colonel. WASHINGTON, D. C., October 3, 18631 p. m. Major-General POPE, J1Iiilwaukee: Report where the regiments sent to Saint Louis now are; also their progress from time to time. H. W. HALLECK, General-in-Chief Page 57 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNIOK. 57 INDIANAPOLIS, IND., October 3, 1863. Hon. E. M. STANTON, (Received 6.35 ~. in.) Secretary of War: I did not mean my recent dispatch to be in the least disrespectful to you or Governor Morton. My design was to say in short telegraph way that I wish to go to duty in the fieldnot on the stump. I have the utmost respect for yourself and Governor Morton. The telegram to make speeches was sent to you by the governor, after consulta- tion with my friends, but without consultation with me. The re- quest to go to Chattanooga was made through his department at my instance. LEW. WALLACE, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, Oct. 3, 1863i p. m. (Received 1.05 a. in., 4th.) ABRAHAM LINCOLN, President of the United States, Washington, D. C.: If we can maintain the position in such strength that the enemy are obliged to abandon their position, and the elections in the great States go favorably, would it not be well to offer a general amnesty to all officers and soldiers in the rebellion? It would give us moral strength, and weaken them very much. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major-General. CHATTANOOGA, TENN., October 3, 1863. (Received 5.30 p. in.) Hon. E. M. STANTON: The fortifications of this place are steadily increasing in strength. The men work cheerfully, and with skill and ingenuity. I think that the lines need heavy artillery to counterbalance heavy rifled guns, which may be established to annoy the troops at long range. It is understood that a 30-pounder rifle, which fired a few shells from Lookout Mountain into the right of the line, has burst; at any rate the annoyance continued only a day or two. I have heard of no one being injured. General Rosecrans has ordered up some rifled pieces, and, I presume, has ere this made you acquainted with his wants. The trains are now sent to considerable distances for forage. I have directed Lieutenant-Colonel Hodges, chief quartermaster of Army of the Cumberland, who has gone to Nashville, to organize the trains of troops expected there, to make arrangemeilts to ship from Louisville by railroad the grain needed to supply the animals belonging to the artillery, to the officers, and to the trains with full daily rations. T~he cavalry horses will be able to subsist for some time to come upon the country. During the march from Nashville full two-thirds of all the forage consumed in this army was obtained by foraging. Concentrated as it now is, it must soon draw sup p lies from a distance. At this season of the year the corn is in the field, and ripe. Though not dry enough for storing jn granary, it fur- nishes food for man and beast Page 58 58 KY., sw. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. A train of ambulances was sent, by consent of the rebel com- mander, to bring in our wounded. About 700 arrived last night. The officers who went with the flag of truce to negotiate this, report the rebel officers courteous, though they carefully excluded them from their lines, and admitted the ambulances only on condition that on leaving our picket-lines, they should be driven by their own people. Escaped prisoners report the rebel soldiers as saying among themselves that a few more such battles will kill them all oft; others asserting that the Yankees can never subjugate them, and being answered by their comrades that the Yankees are killing them off pretty fast. The pickets up the river say they intend to give General Rosecrans two days to surrender; if he refnses, to thrash him. There are indications of a large force on both sides of the Mission Ridge, which is east of the town. A generals head- quarters, apparently, is at a house on the crest of the ridge, and there are numerous camp-fires on the ridge and in the valley beyond. What they may attempt it is not possible to predict, but I think their great effort of concentration has failed. The United States holds Chattanooga, and, I believe, will hold it. As a fortified base it threatens the south and southwest. I have telegraphed to Cin- cinnati for wrought-iron pipe and force-pumps to supply water to a fort erected on Camerons Hill, which will be of most difficult ap- proach, and will command the greater part of the town and serve as a citadel when General Rosecrans leaves this place. It will be an intrenched camp of great strength, though without masonry es- carps. It will be built entirely by the labor of this army. Two saw- mills left in good condition by the rebels are being run by the pio- neers, sawing out lumber for bridges, boats, and fortifications. A large foundry was partly dismantled, but its flasks and some of the machinery remain, and its buildings are uninjured. They are used as a smiths shop. Much wrought and cast iron remains. Tb crc are the truss-bolts of some destroyed bridge, and the rim of an enormous fly-wheel intended for a rolling-mill. At this foundry the machinery for rolling-mills has been made. The rebels carried off much machinery when they fled, but a large quantity of property useful to the army was left, and is seized, inventoried, and used for military purposes. I see little evidence of plunder on the part of the troops, who are sober, orderly, and well behaved, and do credit to the nation by their courage mu the field, their endurance on the march, their patience and cheerful labor, and their conduct in this guilty town. Garden fences and all other obstructions to free passage suffer, of course, but of wanton destruction I see none. M. C. MEIGS, Quartermaster- General. CHATTANOOGA, TENN., October 3, 18638.20 p. m. (Received 12 in., 4th.) Hon. E. M. STANTON, Secretary of War: The destruction of the train by rebels yesterday makes it more necessary that the trains of the troops coming from the east may be forwarded after them with all dispatch. Lientenant-Colommel Mac- kay, chief of General Thomas corps, has visited the scene, and r Page 59 CHAP. XLTI.J CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.ITNIOX. 59 l)orts that about 850 wagons have been burned, and the mules killed or (triven off by the rebels. A few mules will be gathered in the woods, and some will be recaptured. M. C. MEIGS, Quartermaster- General. CHATTANOOGA, TENN., October, 3, 18631.15 p. m. Maj. Gen. H. W. HALLECK, (Received 1.30 a. in., 4th.) General-in- Chief: I want an adjutant-general of experience in the place of God- dard. Please ask the Secretary to have Whipple assigned to md i~ his health will permit. The case is urgent. Yours, very truly, W. ~. ROSECRANS, iiiliajor- General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, Tenn., October 3, 1863. Capt. WILLIAM E. MERRILL: The general commanding directs you to forward by courier at once a complete set of maps to General Hooker, at Bridgeport, and make provision for supplying his division commanders as soon as they arrive. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, J. A. GARFIELD, Brigadier-General and Chief of Staff. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Lient. Col. A. C. DUCAT, Chattanooga, October 3, 1863. Assistant Inspector- General: Your valuable services I can ill dispense with, but Dr. Penn ad- vises me that the critical condition of your health imperatively de- mands that you should go home and exercise the most rigorous care of your health; nothing but that will save your life. Tendering you my heartfelt thanks for your valuable services at all times, and es- pecially during the battle of Chickamauga, and hoping by care your valuable life may be spared and your health restored, I inclose a leave of absence for twenty days, hoping you will proceed at once to avail yourself of it, for the benefit of your good wife and children. Very truly, your friend, W. S. ROSECRANS, llIajor- General. EASTERN BROW OF WALDENS RIDGE, On Anderson Road, 8 ]IiIliles from Chattanooga, October 3, 18631 a. m. Brigadier-General GARFIELD, - Chief of Staff: GENERAL: I find here the colonel of the Twenty-first Kentucky with two of his companies that were left here this morning, an Page 60 60 ICY., SW. VA., TIENX., MISS., Th ALA., A~D ~. 0-A. LOHAP. XLII. fragments of all his remaining companies which were dispersed at the time of the attack by the rebel cavalry at 9 a. m. at Andersons. He says his regiment was ordered to proceed to Andersons to help trains up the mountain; that he had hardly got there yesterday morning when he heard of the rebels in the valley; that he hurried down the mountain, but found the attacking party too large for him. He estimated it at two brigades, under Wheeler. He has taken sev- eral prisoners, all of whom state that there were two divisions pres- ent; also that Whartons cavalry had gone over to MeMiunville. The colonel estimates the entire loss of wagons at 300, being trains of General Rousseau, General Sheridan, the Anderson Cavalry, and a small ammunition train of General Thomas corps. The rebels burned most of the wagons, and at about 10 a. m. left, taking the direction of Jasper. Negleys train, he says, passed over safely just before the attack. He has since learned and believes that Colonel McCooks cavalry arrived at Andersons not long after the destruc- tion of the wagons, and that they drove the rebels back up the val- ley. As this is confirmed by 2 of Colonel McCooks men who have just passed here on their way to Chattanooga, II take its truth for granted, and have concluded that it is unnecessary for me to go on farther on this road. I shall therefore immediately return to the foot of the mountain, and go on to the Poe road, in which direction I have already sent three companies. Colonel Mitchells brigade of Steedmans division has just arrived at this point, and expects to go on toward Anderson in the morning. The colonel of the Twenty-first Kentucky thinks a considerable number of his missing will turn up. I am, general, yours, respectfully, WM. J. PALMER, Colonel, Commanding Anderson Carairy. POE ROAD, ON WESTERN BROW OF WALDENS RIDGE, Overlooking Sequatchie Valley, 26 Miles from Chattanooga, October 3, 18637 p. m. Brigadier-General GARFIELD Chief of Staff, Hdqrs. Dept. of the Cumberland: GENERAL: I have just reached here by the Poe road, after picket- ing the eastern foot of the mountain at the several roads and bridle- paths. I thought it possible the rebels, being hemmed in the Se- quatchie Valley near Dunlap by General Crooks division above and Colonel MeCooks below them, might attempt to break across to the Tennessee Valley by the Poe road or some of the adjacent bridle- paths. But I find on arriving here that the fight which took place between the rebel cavalry and Colonel McCook yesterday evening was between Andersons and Therman, and that the result was so much of a defeat to the enemy that he fled to the Cumberland Mountains by the Therman road and Hill road, leaving a considera- ble number of scattered parties cut off in the Sequatchie Valley, who are still wandering abont there this afternoon. The rebels were followed by our cavalry, and the fight was renewed on the Savage road, on the Cumberland Mountains, at daybreak this morning, and lasted with great severity for two hours, the cannon- ading at the close appearing to be more distant than at first. The above is derived from son of Squire Roberts, of McLemores Cove Page 61 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 61 whom we met on the road, he having come from the valley above Dunlap this morning. A man named Welsh, a Union man in the valley, who saw them all pass his house, says the rebels nnmbered 8,000. The statements in regard to the result of the fighting last evening, and of its renewal this morning at daybreak on the Cumberland Mountains, have been verified by the report of several other parties. None of our troops are opposite this point in the Sequatchie Val- ley, all the cavalry having gone on in pnrsnit of the enemy. I shall start down the mountain into the Seqnatchie Valley at day- break to-morrow, by the Alecks Gap road, the Poe road having been blockaded by fallen trees about half-way down. The Alecks Gap trace is 3 miles above this. Twenty-two wagons of the Pioneer Brigade are here waiting to go down after forage. Their escort will remove the obstructions early in the morning. If the above reports are tine, this road should now be used by trains from Bridgeport to Chattanooga, as it is a much better road. I am, general, yours, respectfully, WM. J. PALMER, Colonel, Commanding Amderson Cavalry. STATION NEAR LooMIs BATTERY, October 3, 186311.10 a. m. Captain MERRILL: Another column of infantry followed force previously reported; were thirteen minutes iu passing. Counted 100 men in a minute. Saw one caisson. 11.2~i a. m. Some artillery has passed, but cannot see sufficiently to count bat- teries. The column has halted. PUTNAM. HEADQUARTERS SIGNAL CORPS, October 3, 1863. Brigadier-General GARFIELD, Chief of Staff: GENERAL: The following report of observations made on our front to-day is respectfully submitted. The point from which they were made is the fort occupied by Woods (livision: South-southeast of fort in green field with road passing through center, commence the heaviest works of the enemy. I can trace them as far to the right as I can see for the dense timber. The largest camp of the enemy begins in the same field and is near the foot of the ridge. It is much larger than it was yesterday. On a ridge to the left of unpainted house are three guns in position. The enemy covered the guns with brush this evening. They are from 50 to 75 yards apart. At 2.30 p. m. seven regiments of infantry, six wagons, and six ambulances moved along top of ridge from unpainted house. They appeared to have come into the road from east side of ridge at that point. They halted on crest of ridge, and an inspec- tion was held. About 4 p. m. six of the regiments moved down the west side of the ridge. The seventh regiment still remained on top of the ridge. A wagon train passed along top of ridge moving in direction of our right this morning. A few led horses and some w gons in charge of a squad of cavalry passed in same direction. DE MOTTE. JESSE MERRILL, Captain and Chief Signal Officer Page 62 62 KY., sw. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. [OCTOBER 3, 1863.] Statement of Thomas Shaw, Company G, Third Indiana Cavalry: I left these headquarters Tuesday a week ago with a dispatch for General Burnside. I reached Athens on Wednesday, from which place the dispatch was sent by telegraph to General Burnside, who was then at Knoxville. I remained with Colonel Wolford two days in Athens, when he fell back to London. Colonel Wolford would not consent for me to come back until Monday. The rebels came within 2 miles of Loudon, skirmishing with Wolf ord and Byrd. The rebels fell back to a small town called Philadelphia. This was on last Friday and Saturday. Philadelphia is 11 miles from London. The rebels had two or three brigades and two or three batteries of light artillery. From Loudon, by the way of Kingston, I intended to make Smiths Crossing, but before I reached that point I came upon the rear of the Fourth Ohio Cavalry. This was Wednesday evening about 9 oclock. About this time the regiment was attacked, front and rear. The colonel tried to make his escape up the mountain, but failed. He countermarched 10 or 12 miles and went to Pikeville. He reached Pikeville with three companies; the remainder were either captured or made their escape by some other road to Burn- sides army. The regiment was surrounded at one time. The rebels were supposed to be in force at Smiths Cross-Roads. Citizens re- ported that they had been crossing the river all day. Our men had been fighting at Salem on Wednesday morning. I stopped last night at Dunlap, in Sequatchie Valley, about 15 miles from this place. About 4 miles from the foot of the mountain the rebels attacked our train, and destroyed all the wagons in the valley and on the moun- tain. I saw the smoke. I saw about 1,000 rebels myself, and more were reported in the rear. The first attack was made this morning between 8 and 9 oclock. The teamsters on the mountain cut their mules loose. Three companies of Kentucky cavalry went to the support of the wagon guards, and were reported to be captured. Two brigades of cavalry were reported in that neighborhood. SPECIAL FIELD ORDERS, HDQRS. DEPT. OF THE CUMBERLAND, No. 263. ~ Chattanooga, Tenn., October 3, 1863. * * * * * * * II. Brig. Gen. W. F. Smith, having reported for duty, is announced as chief of engineers of the department, and all engineer officers will report to him. III. Brig. Gen. J. St. C. Morton is assigned to the command of the Pioneer Brigade, and will perform such other duties as may be assigned him. * * * * * * * VI. During the absence of Lieutenant-Colonel Hodges, chief quar- termaster, his duties will devolve upon Lieutenant-Colonel Mackay, chief quartermaster, Fourteenth Army Corps, to whom all reports, & c., will be addressed. By conimand of Major-General Rosecrans: HENRY M. CIST, Lieutenant and Acting Assistant Adjutant- General Page 63 Cau~. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNJON. 63 HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CIJMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 3, 1863. Maj. Gen. GEORGE H. THOMAS: The getieral conunanding directs you to insert in the last sentence of the congratulatory address to the Army from these headquarters after the word center the following words: Comprising troops front all the corps. ~ Very respectfully, your obedient servant, J. A. GARFIELD, Brigadier-General and Chief of Staff. (Copy to Major-General McCook, Major-General Crittenden, Major-General Granger, and Brigadier-General MifDchcll.) HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 3, 1863. Maj. Gen. GEORGE H. THOMAS: The general conimanding directs you keep your trains moVing as vigorously as possible between this place, Bridgeport, and Stevenson. As soon as a train is made up and placed under charge of an efficient officer with a sufficient guard, it will be dispatched by Lieutenant- Colonel Mackay, assistant quartermaster. Officers in charge of trains will report in person to hint at General Thomas headquarters and receive orders from him. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, J. A. GARFIELD, Brigadier- General and Chief of Staff. (Copy to Major-General McCook, Major-General Crittenden, Major-General Granger, and Brigadier-General Mitchell.) HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 3, 1863. Maj. Gen. GEORGE H. THOMAS, Commanding Fourteenth Army Corps: GENERAL: The major-general coniiinauding directs that your sup- ply trains be organized with a guard averaging 2 men to each wagon, and the usual cotuplentent of commissioned officers, to be furnished from the command to which the trains belong. This guard will be placed under command of an efficient officer, whose duty it shall be to see that discipline is preserved throughout the train, and that its movement is rapidly and safely conducted. He will receipt and be held responsible for the train, and will report to you, through the proper channels, its departure and return. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, WM. McMICHAEL, Major and Assistant A~jntant-General. (Copy to Major-General Crittenden, Major-General McCook, Major-General Grauger, and Brigadier-General Mitchell.) *See Part I, p. 78 Page 64 64 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 3, 18634 p. m. Major-General THOMAS: The general commanding directs you to send back to Stevenson all the spare animals of yonr command. One-third of the artillery horses can safely be sent. Detail a responsible officer with a suf- ficient number of men to accompany him, and take care of the ani- mals on the way and after their arrival. They should be ready to start by 9 oclock to-night. Direct the officer in charge to report to these headqnarters in person when they are ready to start. All horses in use by clerks will be sent to the rear. \Tery respectfully, your obedient servant, J. A. GARFIELD, Brigadier-General and Chief of Staff. (Copy to Major-General Crittenden, Major-General McCook, and Major-General Granger.) HEADQUARTERS TWENTIETH ARMY CORPS, Chattanooga, October 3, 18637.45 a. m. Brig. Gen. J. A. GARFIELD, Chief of Staff: GENERAL: Reports from my front state that all is qniet along my entire line this morning. The usual camp-fires of the enemy were not seen dnring the night on our front and left. Colonel Post re- ports that his pickets heard this morning five distinct reveille calls of the enemy in his front. Very respectfully, A. McD. McCOOK Major- General, Commanding. HDQRS. FIRST BRIGADE, THIRD DIv., 20TH ARMY CORPS, On Grand Guard, October 3, 1863. Major-General. SHERIDAN: GENERAL: I have just been informed from the pickets on our front, and the right of the line, near the base of the mountain, that they have heard considerable work with the pick and chopping; also that they could hear the enemy converse and laugh while apparently meas- uring for some purpose or other. There has been no felling of trees, but the use of the ax is plainly heard. Respectfully, F. T. SHERMAN, Colonel, Commanding First Brigade. [Indorsement.] HEADQUARTERS TWENTIETH ARMY CORPS, Chattanooga, October 3, 1863. Brig. Gen. J. A. GARFIELD, Chief of Staff: GENERAL: The above is a copy of a communication just received through General Sheridan from Colonel Sherman, and is forwarded for information of the commanding general Page 65 Cxi~p. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 65 The following is just received from Lieutenant Wood, signal officer: Six regiments of rebel infantry just marched to the right past the front of Mr. Blackwoods house on Missionary Ridge. Captain Williams is now in the front, and will report any move- ments that may be discoverable. Respectfully, A. MeD. MCCOOK, Major- General, Commanding. HDQRS. RESERVE CORPS, ARMY OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, Tenn., October 3, 1863. Major-General GRANGER: GENERAL: Herewith I send you General Whitakers and Colonel Mitchells reports of the battle of the Chickamauga. * Captain Remick has just informed me that we have now on hand 127,000 rations of hard bread, 70,000 rations coffee, 5~,000 rations sugar, and propor- tionate amount of flour, candles, soap, salt, & c. General Spears brigade is supplied until the 10th instant. I started his train at 3.30 p. in., about, and ordered the officer in charge o camp to-night at Colonel McCooks. Our other brigades are supplied for twenty days from to-morrow morning, counting one-fourth ration salt meat and three-fourths ration fresh. Truly, J. S. FULLERTON, Major and Assistant Adjutant-General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, Tenn., October 3. 1863. Brig. Geii. G. D. WAGNER, Post Commandant: GENERAL: The major-general commanding directs that a detach- ment of your cavalry be placed at the cross-roads, and see that the trains pursue the routes ordered, those going to Bridgeport and Ste- venson taking the Haley trace. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, WM. McMICHAEL, Major and Assistant Adjatant-General. HEADQUARTERS FIFTEENTH INDIANA VOLUNTEERS, October 3, 1863. General G. D. WAGNER: SIR: Captain Monroe, at the lower bridge, reports the river rising and the water now up to the planks. It is rising very gradually. Yours, & c., J. M. COMPARET, Lient. C~ol., Commanding Fifteenth Indiana Volunteers. * See Part I, pp. 861, 866. 5 R RVOL XXX, PT I Page 66 66 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. STEVENSON, October 3, 18639 p. m. Brigadier-General GARFIELD: Full reports concerning troops has been sent by courier and tele- graph. Twenty-one regiments have arriVed at Bridgeport. J. D. MORGAN, Brigadier-General. STEVENSON, October 3, 1863. Lieut. Col. C. GODDARD, Assistant Adjutant-General: Captain Powell returned at midnight from Jasper. Rebels are followed so closely, from all he could learn, that they were not able to commit much damage. Cavalry and infantry force left Jasper early yesterday morning for Therman. Trains are running regu- larly to Bridgeport. Large force of rebels reported on Chattanooga and Altamont road on their way to Decherd. Commanding officers along the road have been notified to be careful and vigilant. The following additional regiments have arrived: One hundred and twenty-third New York, Forty-sixth Pennsylvania, Twentieth Con necticut, and Third Maryland. .~. D. MORGAN, Brigadier- General. CHATTANOOGA, October 3, 1863. Brig. Gen. J. D. MORGAN: No citizens will be permitted to pass to the front under any cir- cumstances except from special permission from the major-general commanding the department. The utmost exertion will be used to prevent them from falling in with teamsters and wagon-masters. Many citizens now here are in a snifering condition. By command of Major-General Rosecrans: W. M. WILES, Lieutenant-Colonel and Provost-Marshal. ANDERSON, October 3, 1863. General MORGAN: A rebel force have made their appearance here. Would like assistance from some source immediately. CHANING, Captain, Commanding. TULLAHOMA, October 3, 18631 p. m. General MORGAN: The operator at McMinnville reports rebels attacked that place and our men giving them battle at 11.30 this morning. The tele- graph since then has ceased working. If I hear anything further will advise you. OPERATOR Page 67 CHAP. XLIII CORRE~PONDE~CE, ETC.UNION. 67 HEADQUARTERS POST, Bridgeport, Ala., October 3, 186310 a. m. Brigadier-General GARFIELD, Chief of Staff, Chattanooga, ~Thnn.: GENERAL: A communication addressed to commanding officer at Battle Creek, inqniring of force ordered to move up Sequatchie Val- ley, has just been received at these headquarters. It was sent here by the commanding officer at Battle Creek, as he was unable to give fully the information required. I have the honor to report that Colonel McCook, with one brigade of his division, moved from here about 2 oclock p. m. Thursday; two regiments of infantry from here and one regiment and a section of Edgartons battery at Bat- tle Creek moved from the latter point about 4 oclock p. m. Thurs- day. The infantry and artillery were ordered to report to Col. Ed. McCook at Jasper. I understand they moved on from Jasper early yesterday morning. Another regiment of infantry moved from this point about 8 oclock Thursday night, with orders to proceed to Jas- per with all possible dispatch and report there to the commanding officer of the detachment that moved at 4 p. m. They should have reached Jasper early yesterday morning. The second brigade of Colonel McCooks cavalry division passed through here en route to Anderson yesterday, October 2, about 4 oclock. Colonel Campbell explained as the cause of his delay that he did not receive the order to move until 10 oclock yesterday morn- ing. I cannot ascertain definitely whether any train was destroyed or not, or where the forces sent from here now are. They have cer- tainly moved from Jasper I am, general, very respectfully, your obedient servant, R. F. SMITH, Colonel, Commanding Post. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, Tenn., October 3, 1863. Colonel ATKINS, Ninety-second Illinois Volunteer Infantry: The major-general commanding the department directs that you immediately proceed with your command to report to Col. Daniel McCook, at Horse Ferry, mouth Chickamauga. Very respectfully, your obedient servant WM. McMJCHAEL, Major and Assistant Adjutant-General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, Tenn., October 3, 1863. Col. DANIEL McCooK: The general commanding directs that you instruct Colonel Atkins, Ninety-second Illinois, to patrol the river thoroughly in his vicinity. Very respectfully, yonr obedient servant, WM. McMICHIAEL, Major and Assistant Adjutant-General Page 68 68 xx., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. NASHVILLE, October 3, 18633 p. m. General G. GRANGER: McMinnVille has been attacked; result not known. Telegraphic communication cut off. Have ordered scout from Murfreesborough to ascertain result, and have telegraphed facts to General Hooker. R. S. GRANGER, Brigadier-General. HEADQUARTERS CHIEF OF CAVALRY, DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Island Ferry, October 3, 1863. General GARFIELD, Chief of Staff: GENERAL: The party I sent to carry your dispatch to Colonel Mc- Cook directing him to move from Andersons to Pikeville, started yesterday morning at 3 a. m. via Andersons road, Corporal Fowler, Company D, Fourth Ohio Volunteer Cavalry, carrying the dispatch and being in charge of the party. They arrived at Andersons yester- day morning between 8 and 9 a. in., but found that Colonel McCook had not arrived. Shortly after their arrival the party heard firing at the foot of the mountain and shortly after heard firing farther down the valley. The party being thus surrounded, moved back to the foot of the mountain, and through the assistance of a citizen secreted them- selves in a position where they could observe operations in the valley and on the side of the mountain, and not be discovered. They cOul(l see the enemy as they drove the Twenty-first Kentucky Infantry and a smafl detachment of cavalry off and fire the train. In order to succeed they had to dismount and attack the train dismounted. They saw four detachments, as near as they could judge, of about two regiments in each, in the valley. There was fighting going on for about two hours, from 9 to 11 a. in., when they commenced setting fire to the trains. They remained on the mountain till about 3 p. in., finding it impossible to return down the valley to communicate with Colonel McCook without being captured, when they started back in~ this direction. When they left, the eneniy were drawn up in line of battle, fronting toward Bridgeport. The same citizen who had shown them a hiding place assisted them as guide across the moun- tain, coming in this direction. On their way back they found several hundred mules with their drivers secreted in a valley, and started them in this direction. From prisoners they learned that it was Wheelers cavalry, and that they claimed to have two divisions of cavalry. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, ROBT. B. MITCHELL, Brigadier-General and Chief of Cavalry. HEADQUARTERS FIRST CAVALRY DIVISION, Near Dunlap, October 3, 18632 a. in. Maj. W. H. SINCLAIR, Assistant Adjutant-General, Cavalry Corps: I reached Andersons about 2 oclock yesterday with part of Rays brigade. The rebels had set fire to the train in the morning abou Page 69 CHAP. XLII.] COlIlIESPONDENCE, ETC.UNioN. 69 10 oclock. I attacked them with two regiments, the First Wiscon- sin and Second Indiana, whipping them badlyalthough their force was five or six to my onepursuing until dark. The rebel loss was about 120 killed and wounded and 60 prisoners, among the latter 2 majors and 7 other officers. I know it will gratify you when I tell you that nearly every wound was inflicted with the saber. Our men charged splendidly, and with another hour of daylight I could have largely increased the number of prisoners. You can congratulate the cavalry on this fight. I have recaptured nearly all the mules and other property taken from the train. The destruction of the wagons was completed before I came up. Wheelers whole corps is in this valley. He was present yesterday in person, and came near being captured. Colonel Campbell has not yet come up. I feel the want of his command at this time most seriously. I will start after them again at daylight and report the result. I have sent the prisoners and wounded to the rear, and one of their own surgeons with them. The enemy is on the Pikeville road. Very respectfully, your obediefit servant, E. M. MoCOOK, Colonel, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 3, 1863. Col. E. M. McCooK: Your dispatch received announcing final repulse of the rebel cav- alry from Andersons. I thank you and the brave men of your com- mand for their vigor. I hope you will not fail to concentrate your entire available force and unite with Crook to follow the enemy wherever he may go, and in conjunction with our infantry destroy him. Almost every movement of yours must depend upon so many facts not known to me that it will be necessary to leave your move- ments to your discretion, with this information that Crooks com- mand was to move on McMinnville by the Roberson road yester- day. Burnsides cavalry is to come in and join you as soon as pos- sible. Spread wide your scouts in the direction of your movement and on all your flanks, and send frequent dispatches of your move- ments. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS FIRST CAVALRY DIVISION, in the Field, Andersons G~ross-Roads, October 3, 18638.30 a. m. Major SINCLAIR, Assistant Adjutant- General, Cavalry Corps: Citizens near Dunlap inform me that rebel officers told them that Forrests command had crossed the mountains toward MeMinuville day before yesterday. This information is, I think, entirely prob- able. Part of my command went 4 miles beyond Dunlap this morn Page 70 70 KY., SW.V A., T1Y~NN., MISS., N. ALA., AM) N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. ing; took some prisoners. Wheelers main force has evidently marched all night in the direction of Pikeville. 1 think he was too badly whipped yesterday to annoy us here any more, and from what prisoners and citizens tell me I think probably part of his command will follow Forrest. This is my own idea about the matter. I only give it to you as my impression. Other information in yopr posses- sion may enable you to determine their future movements. The force we fought yesterday consisted of three companies of picked men from each regiment of their cavalry corps. Colonel Campbell is not up yet. I have not heard from him. He should have been here yesterday afternoon in compliance with my orders. As soon as he arrives I will leave part of the cavalry here and move with the rest until I find the rebels or ascertain definitely where they have gone, unless you order otherwise. The three regi- ments I have here (First Wisconsin, Second and Fourth Indiana) are near Dunlap, about 9 miles from Andersons Cross-Roads, in the direction we pursued the enemy. I will have the remnant of the ammunition trains ready to move to Chattanooga in about an hour, using some of the recaptured mules and horses to equip them. A great many of the mules were cut loose, by the teamsters, and have proba- bly gone in the direction of Chattanooga. Colonel Tillson, of the Tenth Illinois, is at Andersons Cross-Roads with three regiments, numbering some 900 effective infantry and one section of artillery. I would like to hear from the general commanding by return courier. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, E. M. McCOOK, Colonel, Commanding First Division Cavalry. It would probably be well to send out a detachment from Chatta- nooga to hunt these teamsters up. I have just heard from Colonel Campbell. He is near here and will be up by noon. If he can make any satisfactory explanation of his want of promptness, I will report it to you. E. M. McCOOK, Colonel, Commanding. IN THE FIELD, October 3, 1863. Maj. W. H. SINCLAIR, Assistant Adjutant-General, Cavalry Corps: The Fourth Indiana pushed their reconnaissance to the top of the mountain on the McMinnville road, skirmishing with the rebels to that point. They recaptured about 200 more mules, making a total of about 800 that we have retaken. They report that the rebels have gone on the McMinnville road. I will probably move the whole force, except one regiment, in that direction this afternoon. I am, major, your very obedient servant, E. M. McCOOK, Colonel, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS SECOND MICHIGAN CAVALRY, Ranicins Ferry, October 3, 18638 a. m. Major SINCLAIR: SIR: Your orders of the 1st and 2d have just reached me. Yester- day at 1 p. m. we received th~ word that the enemy were burnin Page 71 COEHESPONDENCE, IETC.UNION. CHAP. XLII.] 71 The train up at Mitchells, which is about 8 miles from this. We immediately started out, and soon after getting upon the main road we began meeting teamsters and passing broken wagons; we kept on. Expect, by the reports of the scared teamsters, soon to meet the enemy. We finally halted about 15 miles up, and sent one company on and found the infantry of Cologel McCooks command. The force of the enemy that had shown there appearing to be small, we returned to our post here to picket this place about 12 midnight. We have nothing from oeir brigade, but heard of them last at Bob ivar. I know of no other way than to go by Bridgeport L. S. SCRANTON, Major, Commanding Second Michigan Cavalry. HDQRS. NINETY-SECOND ILLINOIS VOLUNTEERS, Harrisons Landing, Tenn., October 3, 18637 a. m. Major SINCLAIR, Assistant Adjntant-General: MAJOR: All quiet. A scout I sent 18 miles up the river reports all the fords unguarded. The enemy, however, are guarding them all on the other side. With three of my largest companies on courier duty and the fords above all left open, I will have all I can do to watch them, which I will for 10 miles above, but cannot hope to make a successful resistance if they desire to cross in force. Most respectfully, S. D ATKINS, Colonel Ninety-second Illinois. in P. S. Captain Dunham, at Nelsons Ferry, just reports the enemy, quite large force, mar~hing up the river on the other side, com- mencing at 1 a. m. this morning and continuing a long time in pass- ing that point. Respectfully, S.D.A. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 3, 1863. Brig. Gen. J. G. SPEARS: We have sent you the Fourth Ohio Cavalry and will soon send you a few more. The general commanding directs you to use the utmost exertion to prevent the crossing of any force of the enemy, and to watch any attempts he may make to cross above or below you. Report what you may learn of importance to us. Buruside will soon close down to you, and then the river will be secured. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, J. A. GARFIELD, Brigadier-General and Chief of Staff. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 3, 18631.30 p. m. Major-General HOOKER, Stevenson, Ala.: You were advised of a heavy cavalry raid intended on our railroad. Order promptly all the Twelfth Corps to stop on the railroadsa Page 72 KY., SW. VA., TI~NN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. one division at Wartrace, and, if possible, one at Decherdtill the raid blows over. Our cavalry is after them, and aided by re-enforce- ments will, I think, limit the mischief. See well to the safety of our depots at Stevenson and Bridgeport, and if you can spare a division to Therman and supply it, do so. We dont know the extent of our loss in wagons yesterday. Our weak points are the railroad and our left flank, which, I trust, Buruside will soon close. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. STEVENSON, ALA., October 3, 18634.45 p. m. Brigadier-General GARFIELD, Chattanooga: Dispatch of 1.30 just received. I had not been advised of an in- tended raid. The dispositions desired will be made as speedily as it can be done with the commands scattered and en route. It will be impossible to put a division at Thermau and supply it until we get transportation. Have none yet. Please send us maps. JOSEPH HOOKER, Major- General, Commanding. WASHINGTON, October 3, 18634 p. m. Major-General BURN5IDE, East Tennessee: General Rosecrans reports that the enemys cavalry have crossed the river below Kingston for a raid upon ~his communications. I can only repeat what I have so often urged, the importance of your conuecting with General Rosecrans army on the north side of the river, so as to command the crossings. H. W. HALLECK, General-in- Chief. CHATTANOOGA, TENN., October 3, 1863. (Received 4th.) Major-General BURNSIDE, Knoxville, Tenn.: Plans received. * The first plan is the only one now practicable. No time should be lost in its execution. Wehave a light brigade of infantry near Blythes Ferry, and a light cavalry patrol from that down. No time should by lost by you in covering our left in force. Hasten. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND [October 3, 1863.] General BURNSIDE: Your dispatch of 2d, 7 p. in., received. Surjprised that you dont come to our assistance. We want you on our left flank with all you *~e Part III, p. 954 Page 73 CHAP. XLII.j CO~ESi?0NIWXCt, ETC.UNJON. can, spare, west of the Tennessee. If we are driven from here you can t stay in East Tennessee. If the enemy are driven it will be easy to hold it. Have sent you four dispatches within the last six days. ROSECRANS. CUMBERLAND GAP, October 3, 1863. General BURNSIDE: Your dispatch received. Four regiments six-months troops, about 3,000 effective strength; two 6-gun and one 4-gun battery. Will send field return. I hope to get all through the gap to-day, but my supply train is 10 miles back, and I have to distribute rations to-day from the trains. 0. B. WILLCOX, Brigadier- General. MEMPHIS, TENN., October 4, 1863. (Via Cairo, 6th. Received 6.35 p. in.) Major-General HALLECK, General-in- Chief: I sent a dispatch up yesterday announcing the arrival here of my Second Division, and the Fourth expected the day after to-morrow. I will push all inland to Corinth and the Tennessee as fast as the railroad can carry them, and will go myself as soon as the Fourth Division is here. My eldest boy Willieiny California boynine years old, died here yesterday, of fever and dysentery contracted at Vicksburg. His loss to me is more than words can express, but I would not let it divert my mind from the duty I owe my country. General Blair has this moment arrived from above, and I will send him to Corinth to organize and prepare for my coming. W. T. SHERMAN, Major- General. WASHINGTON, October 4, 18633. p. in. (Received ~th.) Major-General HURLBUT. Memphis, Tenn.: Yours of October 2 just received. As fast as troops arrive they should be pushed forward, first to Corinth and theu to Tuscumbia, repairing the Memphis and Charleston Railroad. You will also ilicrease your rolling-stock as niay be necessary to supply your army. You must not expect supplies from Nashville. From Tuscumbia you will move by Florence on Athens and Decatur, on north side of the river, or directly to Decatur, repairing the railroad according as it may be found most practicable or expeditions. Time is all impor- tant. The railroad must be kept up and guarded in order to secure the supplying of your army. Do not rely upon General Rosecrans cavalry. It will probably be occupied in securing his communica- tions. Having reached Decatur or Athens, report for orders to Gen- eral Rosecrans. He does not at present intend moving you farther than Athens or Decatur. Should General Sherman be assigned by General Grant to the command, you will furnish him with these and all other orders. H. W. HALLECK, General-in-Chief Page 74 74 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. COLLIERVILLE, TENN., October 4, 1863. Lieutenant-Colonel BINMORE, Assistant Adjutant-General: I have reliable information to the following effect: Last Thursday morning Lee instructed Chalmers that Lorings division would move up Mobile and Ohio road on Corinth, estimated at 12,000; Rug- gles with, say, about 4,000 men to move by way of Pontotoc, New Albany, and Ripley, to attack in neighborhood of Pocahontas; Fer- guson to move by way of Rocky Ford and Salem, aiding Chalmers, who is to move by way of Holly Springs on Moscow and La Grange, the two making a feint attack on those places (combined force of these two about 6,000 men), then a rapid concentration on Corinth, joining Loring and making the main attack onthat place; while con- centrating to do all possible damage to road and trains. Another force 1,000 strong to approach the road from the south, and in con- junction with Richardson, now on north side of the road 1,000 strong, attack betw~en La Fayette and Memphis, doing all possible damage. Secessionists report the concentration and attack to be on Memphis instead of Corinth. If plans are not changed, attack may be ex- pected at any time after twenty-fours hours, but will be made during the week. General Joseph E. Johnston will be in command. D. C. ANTHONY, Colonel Sixty-sixth Indiana. HEADQUARTERS CAVALRY DIVISION, ]Iiliemphis, Tenn., October 4, 1863. Lieut. Col. HENRY BINMORE, Assistant Adjutant- General, Sixteenth Army Corps. COLONEL: This cutting of the wire looks very much like an attack on the roads somewhere to-night. Had I not better take the Second Iowa Cavalry and move out? It will require a special order, as that regiment is now picketing this place and is under the orders of General Veatch. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, EDWARD HATCH, Colonel, Commanding Divismon, By W. P. CALLON, Lieutenant and Acting Assistant A.djutant- General. HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Memphis, Tenn., October 4, 186310.45 p. m. Col. EDWARD HATCH, Commanding Cavalry Division, Memphis, Tenn.: SIR: By direction of Major-General Hurlbut I have consulted Brig. Gen. J. C. Veatch upon the subject of yours of this p. m. Brigadier-General Veatch deems it impracticable to move the Second Iowa as a regiment, but suggests a part might go with the Third U. ~. Cavalry. I remain in the office for future advice from you. The question presented to General Veatch was whether he could cover his line if the Second Iowa move off. I have the honor to be, general, very respectfully, you obedient servant, HENRY BINMORE, Assistant Adjutant- General Page 75 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 75 Semi-weekly report of the First Brigade, Cavalry Division, Sixteenth Army Corps, October 4, 1863. For duty. Command. aS Ca CC a) a) C) 0 ~ 22 438 460 23 370 393 45 808 853 5~h Ohio Volunteer Cavalry, Colonel Heath .... 7b0 Kansas, Major Jenkins 31 Michigan, Lieutenant-Colonel Moyers a .... 1st Alahama, Major Fairfield a Total strength a Ahsent on scout; no report. is H 0 .5 H z Ca H a) H CI) 517 395 912 Station. Camp Davies. Corinth. Do. Glendale. THOMAS T. HEATH, Gol., Oomdg. Pirst Brig., Cay. Div., 16th Army Corps. HDQRS. FIRST BRIGADE, CAVALRY DIVISION, Gamp Davies, Afiss., October 4, 1863. HDQRS. SECOND BRIG., CAV. DIV., 16TH ARMY CORPS, La Grange, Tenn., October 4, 1863. Lient. W. P. CALLON, Actina Assistant Adjutant- General, Cavalry Division: LIEUTENANT: I received your order for sending two battalions on our south front at 8 oclock this morning from provost-marshals office. The battalions are sent, but I have not the force to relieve them from this post unless General Sweeny can release the picket (75 men), provost (25 men), and his body guard (40 men), which I do not think he will do. Two companies of the Sixth Tennessee are at Moscow. I should think they might assist in relieving the post at Early Grove on their own immediate front. The Sixth Tennessee. at Grand Junction, is charged with scouting daily as far south as Ripley. I have kept a scouting party out toward Holly Sprincts all the time, day and nio~ht, which sometimes goes to Lamar an~ sometimes to Hudsonvili7e. I am, lieutenant, very respectfully, your obedient servant, L. F. McCRILLIS, Colonel, Commanding Brigade. MEMPHIS, TENN., Col. L. F. MCCRILLIS October 4, 1863. Comdg. Second Brigade, c1avalry Division, La Grange: Move with your entire available force to Lockharts Mill, on the Coldwater, south of Mount Pleasant, immediately. Take five days full rations, the men to carry two and wagons three. Look out for the enemy in the direction of Holly Springs and Salem. Keep out scouts in that direction all the time. Picket La Grange with convalescents if you have them. Have courier at train to-morrow morning for full instructions. EDWARD HATCH, Colonel, Commanding Division Page 76 76 KY., SW. VA., TENTh, MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. HEADQUARTERS DIVISION, Itlentphis, October 4, 1863. Col. L. F. MCCRILLIS, Commanding Second Brigade, Cavalry Division: COLONEL: You will immediately move your entire available force to Lockharts Mill, on the Coldwater, southeast of Mount Pleasant, leaving a battalion at Lamar as previously ordered. There is some reason to believe that the enemy contemplate a movement on-the road, as you will see from the inclosed copy of a letter from Colonel Anthony. * Send scouting parties to the vicinity of Holly Springs and Salem every day, and keep a sharp watch on the movements of the enemy. Forward any important information you may obtain to these head- quarters, by way of La Fayette, as quickly as possible. Move the battalion at Early Grove to re-enforce the battalion at Lamar. There will be two battalions of the SevQnth Illinois Cavalry at Quinn and Jacksons Mill. Communicate with them by the road running south of the Coldwater, and advise them of your position, in order that you may co-operate with each other in case of necessity. In case you alone are attacked, they could push across the Cold-~ water, and make a flank or rear attack on the enemy. In case you are attacked, hold your ground as long as possible, and communicate the fact to these headquarters. If information justifies, change your position, as the object of your movement is to intercept the movements of the enemy an~ check him in his attempt to cross the Coldwater. You had better communi- cate with your battalion at Lamar. Magnify the strength of your command with citizens. Let them believe you have 6,000 or 8,000. Draw your forage from the country, giving proper receipts. By order of Col. Edward Hatch, commanding division: [W. P. CALLON,] Acting Assistant Adjutant-General. LA GRANGE, October 4, 186311 p. m. Col. E. HATCH, Commanding Cavalry Division: I start for Lockharts Mill at 11 oclock p. m. this day with 500 men and four guns, pursuant to orders. I leave an officer for instruc- tions from train to-morrow morning. The battalion now out will be ordered to join me to-morrow forenoon. I have waited this long for Sixth Tennessee. L. F. McCRILLIS, Colonel, Commanding Brigade. MEMPHIS, TENN., October 4, 1863. Maj. CHARLES W. WHITSIT, Commanding Sixth illinois Cavalry: MAJOR: Hold your entire command to be ready to move at a moments notice. The enemy, it is reported, intend making an attack * See Anthony to Binmore, p. 74 Page 77 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 77 on the road in force and you may be ordered to move any moment. Issue no passes to your men; hold them all in canip. By order of Col. Edward Hatch, commanding division: [W. P. CALLON,] Acting Assistant Adjutant-General. HEADQUARTERS CAVALRY DIvISION Lient. Col. G. ~. TRAFTON, Memphis, October 4, 1863. Commanding Seventh illinois Cavalry: COLONEL: You will order the battalion of your regiment now at Mount Pleasant, according to previous order, to Quinn and Jack- sons Mill to re-enforce the battalion now there and relieve them as before. Forage on the country and give proper receipt. Direct the force at Quinn and Jacksons Mill to send scouting parties to Byhalia and vicinity every day, and keep a sharp lookout for the enemy. Colonel McCrillis is encamped with his brigade at Lock- harts Mill, and will communicate with your forces at the mill. Hold your command in readiness to move at an instants warning, as there is reason to believe that the enemy will move on the road in a short time. By order of Col. Edward Hatch, commanding division: [W. P. CALLON,] Acting Assistant Adjutant-General. CORINTH, October 4, 1863. Major-General HUELBUT: The following just received: LA GRANGE, October 4. Brig. Gen. E. A. CARR: Intelligence of the following intended movements of rebel troops has been received by Colonel Anthony, commanding at Collierville, which he deems reliable: Lorings division (12,000) to move up Mobile and Ohio Railroad on Corinth. Rug- gles, by way of Pontotoc, New Albany, and Ripley, with 4,000 on Pocahontas. Ferguson by Rocky Ford and Salem, and Chalmers by way of Holly Springs, with 6,000 on Moscow and La Grange. After a feint on the two latter places they are to concentrate and make real attack on Corinth. Secessionists say the real attack will be on Memphis. T. W. SWEENY, Brigadier-Genera~ I will keep scouts and reconnaissances out as much as possible. E. A. CARR, Brigadier- General. WASHINGTON, October 4, 186310.24 a. m. Brigadier-Genera1 ALLEN, Saint Louis, Mo.: The locomotives at Cairo were sent from Memphis by General Hnrlbut. Why, I cannot ascertain. Are they not wanted in West Tennessee, to supply Grants forces as they move from Corinth t Page 78 78 KY., sw. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. Decatur? The forces sent on that line will exceed 20,000. Why these locomotives were to be sent to Louisville, I cannot understand. If they will not be wanted on the other can go. General-in-Chief. WAR DEPARTMENT,. October 4, 18634.45 p. m. Col. THOMAS A. SCOTT, Louisville: This Department has received no intelligence of any of Grants corps coming up to Louisville from Cairo. The moment any such intelligence reaches here you shall be notified. * I am forwarding from here a large supply of wagons, teams, & c., for army transportation to supply the troops that have gone forward and the losses lately incurred by Rosecrans. EDWIN M. STANTON. WAR DEPARTMENT, October 4, 18634.45 p. m. Brigadier-General MEIGs, Quartermaster- General, Chattanooga: Your very interesting reports have been received, and I thank you much for the intelligence conveyed. The army transportation advised by you to be forwarded is now being shipped by rail from here as fast as possible, and will be pushed forward with the utmost speed. All quiet on the Potomac. Nothing to distnrb autumnal slumbers. Your friends here are well. All public interest is now concentrated on the Tennessee and at Chattanooga. Please report often and full. EDWIN M. STANTON. NASHVILLE, October 4, 1863. General MEIGs: McMinnville, with all the stores, was captured yesterday. The bridge burned and one engine and eleven cars destroyed. Forrest did this. He has 4,000 men and four guns. H. C. HODGES, Lieutenant-Colonel, Chief Quartermaster. NASHVILLE, TENN., October 4, 18639 p. m. (Received 1.30 p. in., 5th.) Maj. THOMAS T. ECKERT, Washington, D. C.: Enemys cavalry, supposed to be Wheelers, captured McMinnville to-night. Now moving on Manchester. Will no doubt cut the rail- road in the vicinity of Tullahoma soon. SAM. BRUCH, Assistant Superintendent Military Telegraph. * See last paragraph, Scott to Stanton, Series I, Vol. XXIX, Part I, p. 189 Page 79 CHAP. XLII.) CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNJON. 79 NASHVILLE, TENN., October 4, 18639 p. m. Maj. THOMAS T. ECKERT, (Received 1.30 p. in., 5th.) Washington, D. C.: Portion of Wheelers force cut wire at daylight this morning near Fosterville. Main force moving in direction of Murfreesborough; snppose they will attack it to-day. I think it can be held, but the force is small. Railroad little damaged. SAM. BRUCH, Assistant Superintendent Military Telegraph. WAR DEPARTMENT, Major-General ROSECRANS, October 4, 186311.30 a. m. Chattanooga, Tenn.: Yours of yesterday received. If we can hold Chattanooga and East Tennessee, I think the rebellion must dwindle and die. I think you and Burnside can do this, and hence doing so is your main ob- ject. Of course, to greatly damage or destroy the enemy in your front would be a greater object, because it would include the former, and more; but it is not so certainly within your power. I understand the main body of the enemy is very near youso near that you could board at home, so to speak, and menace or attack him any day. Would not the doing of this be your best mode of counteracting his raids on your commuiiications? But this is not an order. I intend doing something like what you suggest whenever the case shall ap- pear ripe enough to have it accepted in the true understanding, rather than as a confession of weakness aiid fear. A. LINCOLN. CHATTANOOGA, TENN., October 4, 18631 p. m. Maj. Gen. H. W. HALLEcK, (Received 10.45 p. in., 8th.) General-in- Chief: Following dispatches were sent to General BnrnsidQ: At 11, September 30: Since my dispatch of yesterday to General Halleck (copy sent to you) a consid- erable force of the enemy is reported opposite Washington. I rely on you to pro- tect my left flank. It is obvious they should not be allowed to separate us. At 12 midnight, same day: The mass of rebel cavalry has crossed the river above Washington, and you will have to close up your force and cut them off. We have sent ours, and you will have to close with them. On October 2: We have reliable information that the rebel cavalry have not only gone into Tennessee, but to Pikeville. We now need and want all the assistance you can give us, to pursue, harass, and destroy them. Your prompt assistance is desired. This morning I received the following: KNOXVILLE, TENN., October 4, 1863. Is there any truth in the crossing of the enemys cavalry at Cotton Port, which you reporte~ Page 80 80 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. What more he could expect from me to induce him to move, or what I may hope from him in covering my left flank, after all this, I cannot tell. By his failure hitherto to close to our left we have lost 400 wagons, a large number of our mules, and the post of McMinn- ville; a train of 11 cars, and what other mischief they will yet do. I fear he will not assist us in pursuing the rebels, who are in heavy force, and doubtless mean to do all possible mischief to the railroad, and sweep around on Burnsides communications, and come out in East Tennessee or Virginia. ~. ~. ROSECRANS, Major- General. CAMP NEAR PRYORS HOUSE, October 4, 18634 p. m. Maj. F. S. BOND, Aide-de-Camp, Chattanooga: Message received. I have sent for such tools as I need, and will do all in my power to push the line. Shall be at foot of mountain on Haleys road to-night with end of wires, but shall not move office till to-morrow evening, when I intend to move it to Bob Whites, cutting off two courier posts. The trains on the road delay me very much, as in many places the road is too narrow to pass. I intend to ask the general to give me a company, which I may instruct in line building, and keep them for such work, and so be rid of the nuisance of these cowardly laborers, to whom I am paying high wages and who fail me at every show of danger. Very respectfully, ~. ~. VAN DUZER, Assistant Superintendent9 CIRCULAR.] HDQRS. DEPARTMENT OF TIlE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, Tenn., October 4, 1863. The general commanding directs you to enjoin upon yonr pickets that all intercourse between them and the rebel pickets, such as holding conversations, laying down their arms and approaching each other, & c., is strictly forbidden and must not be continued. Let them understand that they are to be civil and well behaved, but that they cannot communicate with each other unless to exchange newspapers, and then such exchange can only be made under sauc. tion and superintendence of a commissioned officer. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, WM. McMICHAEL, Major and Assistant Adjatant-General. (Copy to corps commanders.) I4EADQUARTERS NINETY-SECOND ILLINOIS VOLUNTEERS, Harrisons Landing, Tenn., October 4, 18636.30 p. m. Col. C. GODDARD, Assistant Adjutant- General: COLONEL: All quiet along the river. The enemy placed pickets last night and kept them there to-day at Igons and Thatchers. Page 81 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNIOY. 81 connect with Colonel McCook 2 miles below Nelsons Ferry, and picket the river at every crossing up to Thatchers, 14 miles above here, with patrols between frequently. I have three cornpaiiies on courier duty, and cannot expect to resist successfully if the enemy is determined to cross in force, bnt can hope there shall be no sur- prise. The river has risen 2 feet, making it difficult to ford. Most respectfully, your obedient servant, SMITH D. ATKINS, Colonel Ninety-second Illinois Volunteers. HEADQUARTERS TWENTIETH ARMY CoRPS, October 4. 18635.30 a~ m. Brig. Gen. J. A. GARFIELD, Chief of Staff~ GENERAL: All quiet on my front this morning. Last night numerous fires were seen on the left on Missionary Ridge, but all had disappeared by daylight. On the extreme right of my line chopping of trees and digging was heard by the advance pickets, and the noise of wagons or artillery moving on Lookout Mountain. The enemys band was playing in front at daylight. Respectfully, A. MoD. MoCOOK, Major General, Commanding. OCTOBER 1, i8~3. Special morning report of Colonel Sherman, commanding First Brigade, Third Division, officer of the day for Third Division front, transmitted 4th October, 1863, 6 a. in., by Lieutenant Jackson, of his staff: All quiet during the night on this front no movements of the enemys troops heard or seen, but it seems as though they are pre- paring to put a heavy gun in position. At midnight a man was sent out in front of the picket-line to observe the enemy. He reports that from that time forward there were sounds of axmen and the bandling of squared timber at the rebel battery on Lookout Mount- ain. Lieutenant Jackson, aide-de-camp to Colonel Sherman, was on the line this morning. He reports that he heard a heavy team, with its drivers whipping and cursing the horses, move up along the line of the road from the foot of the mountain to the rebel battery, when the team stopped; the time occupied in the ascent, one hour, 8.30 to 4.30 oclock this morning. Judging from the sounds, he thinks it was a heavy gun. Respectfully submitted to Major-General McCook for his informa- tion. HORACE N. FISHER, Lieutenant- Colonel and Assistant inspector-General. [First indorsement.] HEADQUARTERS TWENTIETH ARMY CORPS, October 4, 1863. Respectfully forwarded. A. MoD. MoCOOK, i]f(Vor- General, (Jommanding~ 6 J~ RYOL XXX? PT 1~ Page 82 82 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [Cau. XLII. [Second indorsement.] A copy of this report was forwarded at about 8 a. m. to-day to General Garfield with a report of the effective strength of the Twentieth Army Corps by regiments. I sent both reports forWard myself. Very respectfully, G. ~. THRUSTON, Assistant Adjutant-General and Chief of Statf. [Third indorsement.] BOND Does the general wish to see General McOooks report by regiments? ~. ~ Assistant Adjutant-General. [Fourth indorsement.] Yes; it has been asked for early this morning. BOND. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 4, 1863. 1V[aj. Gen. T. L. CRITTENDEN: The general commanding directs me to call your attention to the large number of men of the Second and Third Divisions of your corps reported by the inspector as other than fighting men, in- cluding teamsters and extra-duty men of all classes. In the First Division but 227 are reported; in the Second Division 698 men; in the Third Division 563 men. The general commanding directs that you cause this matter to be thoroughly investigated, and the number reduced as much as possible, and every available man returned to the ranks. I am, sir, very respectfully, your obedient servant, C. GODDARD, Lieutenant-Colonel and Assistant Adjutant-General. IIDQRS. FIRST DIVISION, TWENTY-FIRST ARMY CORPS, Chattanooga, October 4, 1863. Capt. Pb P. OLDERSHAW, Assistant Adjutant-General: CAPTAIN: In reply to your communication of this date calling for explanation of discrepancy in effective force of reports of September 28 and October 3, I have the honor to state that report of September 28 included officers of brigade headquarters, escort, provost guard, & c., in all amounting to 76 men; special details from Eighth Indiana Battery, 15; special details from Second Brigade for train guard, 20; special details from Third Brigade for train guard, 23; special de- tails from First Brigade, 21; total, 155. The officers are accounted for in the same way. In the report of October 3 I did not report headquarters, as the order was a report of effective force by regiments Page 83 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 83 I have the honor to state further thaPmy reports of effective force show only the men in camp and ready for immediate effective duty on the morning the report is made; and reports made when a con- test is imminent show only the number of men with guns we have ready to use at once. The report might differ 100 or 200 men, or more or less daily, if made daily, as details taking them out of camp are not counted. If a regiment is sent out to guard a train, that regiiiient is not counted in the effective force while gone, as my understanding of a proper report of effective force is the force you have in hand ready to throw into line of battle at a moments notice, or for any duty they may be called upon for. I am, with much respect, your obedient servant, M. P. BESTOW, Captain and Assistant Adjutant-General. CAPTAIN: As the general is out I send this forward without wait- ing his signature. Yours, truly, M. P. BESTOW, Assistant Adjutant- General. HDQRS. SECOND DIvIsION, TWENTY-FIRST ARMY CORPS, [Capt. P. ~. OLDERSHAW, Chattanooga, October 4, 1863. Assistant Adjutant-General, Twenty-first Army Corps:] CAPTAIN: I have the honor to make the following statement to account for the difference between the effective force repor$s of the 28th ultimo and 1st instant: The difference in the reports of the First Brigade was 6 officers and 122 men less on October 1 than on September 28, accounted for by the fact that three companies of the Ninetieth Ohio were absent as train guards to Bridgeport (6 officers, 122 men). The difference in reports of Second Brigade was 1 officer lost and 27 men gained. The officer became sick, and 27 men recovered from sick report and from wounds. The difference between the loss in First Brigade and gain in Second Brigade is 7 officers and 95 men. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, D. W. NORTON, Captain and Acting Assistant Adjutant-General. P. S.The general is asleep, which I hope will excuse my again sending up a communication signed by myself. D. W. NORTON. FORT DUNLAP, October 4, 1863. Brigadier-General WOOD Comdg. First Div., Twenty-first Army Corps: GENERAL: After I made my report on yesterday evening, six of the seven regiments that made their appearance on the crest of th Page 84 84 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. ridge at unpainted house east of this fort moved down the west side of the ridge, leaving the crest at the right corner of fence around the house where headquarters are supposed to be. This morning a heavy column of infantry came into view at unpainted house and moved along crest in the same direction. A very heavy column of infantry are now moving to our left from a point of timber southeast of fort. They are moving about midwa a ong the side of the ridge. The camp-fires of the enemy last night were much increased. At forti- fications southeast of this fort they were more numerous than at any other point. Along the foot ol the ridge there were appearances of camp-fires extending farther to the left than I have ever seen them, and opposite the left of General Van Cleves division. Respectfully, L. M. DIE MOTTE, Lieutenant and Acting Signal Officer. TULLAHOMA, October 4, 18637 p. m. Major-General ROSECRANS, Chattanooga: A paroled prisoner informs me this moment General Wheeler and his division captured McMinnville yesterday. He had artillery and a large cavalry force. His men said they were going to Murfrees borough. JOHN COBURN, Colonel, commanding. (Same~to Maj. Gen. G. Granger.) TULLAHOMA, October 4, 18637 a. m. Maj. Gen. G. GRANGER: McMinnville is captured by the rebels; train burned; numbers estimated at 4,000. They are advancing on Manchester. JOHN COBURN, Colonel. (Same to General Morgan.) STEVENSON, October 4, 186311.30 a. m. Lieutenant-Colonel GODDARD, Assistant Adjutant-General: Dispatch just received from Colonel Coburn that the rebels cap- tured McMinnville and advancing on Manchester. General Hooker has ordered some of his command along the line to cover threatened point. JAS. D. MORGAN, Brigadier- General Page 85 cHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.1JNION. 85 TULLAHOMA, October 4, 1~639 a. m. General MORGAN: Men of the Fourth East Tennessee, just in from MeMinnyille, report that Major Patterson surrendered yesterday, after an hours fight, about 1 oclock. The railroad bridge, 2 miles this side of McMinn- yule, burned at dusk yesterday. Railroad train burned at saine time. JOHN COBURN, Colonel, Gommanding. TULLAHOMA, October 4, 186312 m. Colonel GODDARD, Assistant Adjutant- General: McMinnville was captured at 1 oclock p. m. yesterday by rebel cavalry. The bridge north of that place was burned, also the rail- road train. Shall Manchester be evacuated? JOHN COBURN. BRIDGEPORT, October 4, 186311.30 p. m. General J. D. MORGAN: Colonel McCook, with First Wisconsin and Second Indiana, at- tacked Wheelers force, 4,000 strong, at Andersons Cross-Roads yesterday, killing and wounding 120, capturing 87; also recaptured 809 mules and what Government property they had with them. Just received 60 prisoners. R. F. SMITH, Elolonel, Commanding Post. HEADQUARTERS U. S. FORCES, Andersons Cross-Roads, October 4, 1863. ASSISTANT ADJUTANT-GENERAL, Department of the Cumberland, Chattanooga: COLONEL: I have received orders requiring the occupation of this position, and am making dispositions accordingly. I have the Tenth and Sixtieth Illinois, Tenth Michigan, and a detachment of Third Ohio Infantry, making some 1,100 men; also section of Edgartons (Ohio) battery. I need a company of cavalry, and am advised by General Mitchell to ask the detachment of one company of the Third Indiana (I think was the regiment); also the establishment of a courier-line from this point intersecting the Chattanooga and Bridge- port line. In sending back to Bridgeport to-day for supplies, I have also sent the mules and part of harness secured from destruction of train. I hardly need the Third Ohio if they are wanted at Battle Creek or Bridgeport, and have so notified the post commandant at Bridgeport. Three good regiments such as I have are, I think, all-sufficient. General Mitchell and Colonel McCook have gone toward McMinn- ville, and the Fifth Kentucky Cavalry have since passed, following them. Respectfully, JOHN TILLSON, Golonel Tenth Illinois Infantry, 6Yonzdg. U. S. Forces Page 86 8(3 RY., SW. VA., TENK, MISS., K ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. HEADQUARTERS U. S. FORCES, Andersons Cross-Roads, October 4, 1863. ASSISTANT ADJUTANT-GENERAL, Department of the Cumberland: COLONEL: The road over the mountain at this point has been al- most impassable, but is rapidly being improved. Several long trains are slowly working over. Another road crosses the ridge some 6 miles north of this, near Dunlap. General Brannans train moved up that way this morning. I would not forbid its going, but added two companies to its escort as far as the foot of the mountain on this side. Unless permitted by you I shall forbid all future passage that way, knowing nothing of its safety. If the route is secure, it would expedite much. Please instruct me in this. No signs of rebels since yesterday, save an occasional skulking prisoner being brought in. Respectfully, & c., JOHN TILLSON, 6lolonel Tenth Illinois Infantry, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, Tenn., October 4, 1863. Col. JOHN TILLsoN: You will take position with your brigade to protect to the best advantage the trains passing to and from rid eport for this place. The foot of the mountains on the eastern side is probably the most favorable; however, of the exact locality you must be the judge. The intersection of the roads near Therman and Anderson are regarded as vital points. In addition to guarding these points ,you will exercise a supervisory control of all passing trains; that there is no neglect, delay, nor confusion in parking, as- cending and descending the mountain; that the quartermasters, wagon-masters, teamsters, and escort are always in their proper places, vigilant and strictly attentive to their duties. You will make daily reports to these headquarters of all irregularities, abuses, neglects on the part of Government employ& , and any and everj~ unnecessary detention of trains. Intrench your position wit abatis or rails, so as to keep off cavalry, and cover your own men and train. By command of Major-General Rosecrans: WM. McMICHAEL, Major and Assistant Adjutant-General. HEADQUARTERS NINETY-SECOND ILLINOIS VOLUNTEERS, Harrisons Landtng, October 4, 1863. Major SINCLAIR: MAJOR: All quiet this a. m. Last niglit four shots were fired at my guards at Igons, but no attempt to cross was made on our re- turning the fire. I am ordered directly from department head- quarters to place myself under the command of Col. Daniel Mc- Cook, consequently my reports will be to him hereafter, instead of General Mitchell. I have been guarding the river for 20 miles abov Page 87 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 87 this point since the withdrawal of the other troops, but do not know what disposition Colonel McCook will make of my small force. Reliable Union men report that the rebels while in camp at Dun- lap told them that their intentions were to strike at our communica- tions in Middle Tennessee, then cross the Cumberland, do all the damage they could, and get out through Eastern Kentucky into Vir- ginia. Respectfully, S. D. ATKINS, Colonel Ninety-second Illinois Volunteers. STEVENSON, October 4, 18635 p. m. Brig. Gen. R. S. GRANGER, Nashville: Refer the matter concerning the force at Manchester to General Slocum, if you know where to reach him. DANL. BUTTERFIELD, Major-General, Chief of Staff. MURFREESBOROUGH, October 4, 18639 p. m. Brigadier-General GRANGER: My scouts just returned and report a large force of artillery and cavalry approaching by three roads, and all indications found that I am to be attacked. I have no force with which to make a defense. I think a force is marching to cut the railroad between here and Nashville, and in all probability I will be engaged before morning. They cant take the place with a white rag. WM. L. UTLEY, Colonel Twenty-second Wisconsin, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS CHIEF OF CAVALRY, General GARFIELD, Andersons, October 4, 18637 a. m. Chief of S~ff~ GENERAL: I arrived here this morning at 1.30 a. m. The Second Michigan has reported and I have sent Colonel McCooks command over the mountain to join Crooks, and shall follow on, leaving orders for the remaining regiments to follow on. McCook has recaptured about 800 of the mules taken. The report of prisoners you have already. ROBT. B. MITCHELL, Brigadier-General, Commanding. HDQRS. SECOND BATTALION, SECOND MICHIGAN CAVALRY, Major SINCLAIR, Camp, Ranicins Lerry, October 4, 1863. Assistant Adjutant-General: MAJOR: I have the honor to report all quiet at this front. Some conversation with rebel pickets. I have in my command four corn- panies,numbering 99 men and 5 officers. A str6ng company of Con Page 88 88 kY S~V VA ., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AIND IN~. ~A. [CnM. XLIJ. federate cavalry showed themselves opposite this ferry yesterday. I have one of my strongest companies guarding a ford, lj miles above this, but by the nearest trace road, 4* miles. Yours, respectfully, B. P. WELLS, Capt., Uomdg. & cond Lattalion, Second Michigan Cavalry. [Indorsements.] HEADQUARTERS CHIEF OF CAVALRY, Island Ferry, October 4, 1863. Respectfully forwarded. ROBT. B. MITCHELL, Brigadier-General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMEERLAND, October 4, 1863. Brigadier-General MITCHELL, Chief of Cavalry: The general commanding wants to know what cavalry guards patrol between here and Jasper. Very respectfully, D. G. SWAIM, Captain and Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 4, 1863. Col. L. D. WATKINS: The general commanding directs me to say that he has been ex- pecting to receive through the proper channel a detailed report of the movements of your command, including the loss of your wagon train, and he desires, if you have not already made it out, that you do so and forward it as soon as possible. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, FRANK S. BOND, Major and Aide-de-Camp. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 4, 1863. Major HOWLAND, Third Ohio Cavalry, Decherd: MAJOR: The major-general commanding desires to compliment you on your success in pursuing and punishing guerrillas on the 24th of September at Decherd. I am, major, very respectfully, your obedient servant, WM. MoMICHALL, Major and Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 4, 186311 a. m. Major-General HOOKER, Stevenson: Your dispatches of yesterday are received. The general com~ manding does not desire you to draw your forces back from Bridge Page 89 dHAP. XLII.j C0Ifl~E~PONDENCE, ETh.UNION. 89 port. Put the pontoon bridge in order so as to be ready for crossing the river. Station sufficient detachments of the Twelfth Corps at si~h points along the railroad between Nashville and Bridgeport as will secure our communication against cavalry raids. Heavy force of rebel cavalry struck McMinnville yesterday, and will doubtless try to strike the railroad at Elk River and between there and Nash- ville. Maps have been ordered sent you from Nashville. We hope to hear soon where the rebel cavalry intend to strike. Our cavalry is in pursuit and fighting them in rear. J. A. GARFIELD, Brigadier-General and Chief of Staff. STEVENSON, October 4, 186311 a. m. Brigadier-General GARFIELD Chief of Staff, Chattanooga: An order just received from you dated October 1, regarding bridges at Bridgeport and crossing my command. General Rosecrans sub- sequent orders requiring me to assume command here, to post my divisions at Wartrace, Decherd, & c., I am now acting on, disregard- ing the order of October 1. Am Ii right? If a division is to be sent to Therman, I would suggest General Morgans command, which I can relieve for that purpose, as I have no transportation. JOSEPH HOOKER. Major- General, Commanding. STEVENSON, October 4, 1803a. m. Brigadier-General GARFIELD: The troops referred to in my dispatch as awaiting an opportunity to join the army at Chattanooga were the One hundred and first Illinois Regiment, unassigned, and detachments of two Indiana reg- iments, numbers not known. The latter, I am informed, have gone forward with sonie of the trains; the former is in camp at Bridge- port. I have suggested to Major-General Howard the propriety of encamping along the road between Bridgeport and Jasper until they have placed it in substantial repair. HOOKER, Major- General. STEVENSON, October ~, 1863~.3o p. m. Brigadier-General GARFIELD, Chief of Staff, Chattanooga: Major-General Howard will build the bridge at Bridgeport to- morrow morning, as ordered in dispatch of October 1. The opposite shore is not occupied. JOSEPH HOOKER, Major~ General, Commanding Page 90 90 KY., SW.~A., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 4, 1863. Major-General HOOKER, Stevenson: The general commanding directs that you examine the fortifica- tions at Stevenson and Bridgeport, and make such alterations and additions as you may think necessary for the protection of the depots. Send sketches of your additions and alterations. D. G. SWAIM, Captain and Assistant Adjutant-General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 4, 18638.30 p. in. Major-General HOOKER, Stevenson: Your dispatch and General Butterfields of 11 a. m. to-day are re- ceived. It was the intention of the general commanding to put your force across the river at Bridgeport as soon as you were supplied with field transportation, and the dispatch of October 1 was written with that in view. Since then the bulk of the enemys cavalry has crossed the river, and is now rapidly approaching the line of railroad between Bridgeport and Nashville. The general commanding directs you to take the necessary steps to protect the railroad, and at the same time push forward the preparations for crossing the river as soon as the situation will warrant it. It is hoped you may be able to protect the railroad by stopping detachments of the Twelfth Corps as they arrive at the threatened points. The rebel cavalry having passed Therman, you need not send a force there at present. An order was sent to you to the care of Brigadier-General Granger at Nashville in regard to protecting the railroad against the raid. It was expected to meet you at Nashville, and General Granger was directed to advise you of the points most exposed. It appears from your dispatch that you did not receive it. The general commanding hopes that the enemys cavalry will soon be destroyed, and that he may be able to bring your whole command forward to this side of the river. I have just sent you a set of maps. I hope soon to. sup- ply your officers. J. A. GARFIELD, Brigadier-General and Chief of Staff. HEADQUARTERS ELEVENTH AND TWELFTH CORPS, Stevenson, Ala., October 4, 1863. Brigadier-General GARFIELD Chief of Staff, Army of the C~nmberland: GENERAL: I inclose herewith copies of the orders issued from these headquarters. The first telegraphic orders from General Rosecrans required me to push on to Bridgeport. Upon my arrival at Nashville, orders were received to push forward here and assume command. The first tele- graphic dispatch required me to guard the line of communication from Wartrace to Bridgeport. Subsequent to this a telegram was received, which might Ieave the supposition that I was to guard with my forces the whole line to Nashville. Having sent out the orders i Page 91 OORRESPOINIENCE, ETC.1JNI0~. OBAP. XLII.] 91 accordance with the first telegram, and on the assurances of General R. S. Granger that he could protect the line from Wartrace to Nashville, to avoid the confusion and delay in transportation the order was not changed, and stands as promulgated, marked A, in- closed. (See telegram annexed.) The Iforses for my artillery have not yet arrived. The batteries at Bridgeport are without power to move until the arrival of the animals; their arrival is uncertain in consequence of the lack of proper cars for their transportation. The transportation and ambu- lances for my command have been promised by quartermaster, Lieutenant-Colonel Hodges, and a regiment left to march with it from Nashville. The quartermaster at this point is without forage for the animals; instructions have been issued to gather it from the country if it can be found. Major-General Howard will commence the bridge at Bridgeport to-morrow morning. As the telegraphic instructions conflicted somewhat, I have to request that the line intrusted to me may be made as definite and certain as circumstances will permit. Application was made at Nash- ville for maps, and none could be obtained; the command is still without them. I should like to be furnished with the standing orders of the de- partment, that they may be promulgated for the information and government of my command. Colonel Goddard, assistant adjutant- general, has, from the last tn-monthly report, memoranda giving the organization and numbers of my command. The usual reports will be forwarded as soon as the troops are all in. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, JOSEPH HOOKER, Major-General. Commanding. OCTOBER 5, 18639 a m. P. S. The courier has arrived with the package of maps. Your dispatch of this date just received. The dispositions as intended had been ordered, Major-General Slocum with his corps being directed to anticipate, if possible, the movements of the enemys cavalry. General Granger has been directed to call from this part of the road such forces as he desires to strengthen his defenses between Nash- ville and Wartrace. Portions of General Slocums command were ordered to be landed at Murfreesborough upon the strength of several reports from refugees and deserters1 that the enemys attack would be upon that place, although it would appear that he ought to direct his attention to Elk and Duck River bridges, for the accomplish- ment of his supposed purposes of destroying our communication. The favorable report of Colonel McCooks operations, forwarded herewith, may have frustrated the entire operations. JOSEPH HOOKER, Major-General, Commanding. [Inclosure No. 1.] Major-General SLocuM, STEVENSON, October 3, 18639.30 p. m. Care General Granger, Nashville: The commanding general directs that you disembark one division of your corps at Decherd and one at Wartrace; that you hasten up and assume command of these two points and the intermediate st Page 92 92 KY., SW.VA., T1~NN., MISS., N. ALA., AN]) N. (IA. [CiIA~. XTA tions between here and Wartrace on the line of communication. The general is advised of an intended cavalry raid, which you are especially directed to look after and prevent its interfering with the railroad. Disembark one battery at each point, if necessary; the remainder to be sent on here. Supplies to be reqnired for, and drawn from, Nashville, if not sufficient at the points namede Have the roads and approaches to the railroad at these points examined at the earliest possible moment, and pickets thrown well out. Acknowledge the receipt of this. DANL. BUTTERFIELD, Major-General, Chief of Staff. (Copy to commanding officers at Decherd and Cowan.) [Inclosure No. 2] A. STEVENSON, ALA., October 4, 18636 p. m. Major-General SLOCUM, C~ommanding Twelfth Corps: The following extracts from telegraphic instructions of the gen- eral commanding the department are furnished for your government and information: Station sufficient detachments of the Twelfth Corps at such points along the rail- road between Nashville and Bridgeport as will insure our communications against cavalry raids. Heavy force of rebel cavalry struck McMinnville yesterday, and will doubtless try to take the railroad at Elk River, and between there and Nash- ville. We hope soon to hear where the rebel cavalry intend to strike. Our cavalry is in pursuit, and fightin~, them in rear. General Hooker, to avoid confusion, will not for the present modify the instructions concerning your guarding the road, but relies upon you to relieve and send to General R. S. Granger all his forces within your district, that he may have the more effectives for that portion of the road which he assured the general he could take care of. A copy of this dispatch will be furnished him DANL. BUTTERFIELD, Major-General, Chief of Staff. General GRANGER, Nashville: Foregoing furnished for your information. If your force is not strong enough, withdraw from Slocums line, but General Hooker prefers none to be taken back until Slocum s are in position, to pre- vent confusion. DANL. BUTTERFIELD, Major- General, Chief of Staff. [Inclosure No. 3.] HEADQUARTERS ELEVENTH AND TWELFTH CORPS, Stevenson, October 4, 1863. Maj. Gen. H. W. SLocuM, Commanding Twelfth Corps: GENERAL: Inclosed is a copy of dispatch * sent you last evening. Its contents are so far modified as to direct that you keep your bat- *Seep 91 Page 93 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UN[ON. 93 teries with the divisions of your corps. The portion of your com- mand that ha~ gone on to Bridgeport has been directed to return to this point. As soon as any maps can be obtained you will be sup- plied. The general desires you to take command of all the troops on the line indicated by the dispatch inclosed, unless otherwise ordered by competent authority. As soon as a division of. General Howards command can be brought back here the line assigned to you will be shortened to some point between here and Decherd. Inclosed is a memoranda hastily compiled from the best present sources of infor- mation of the troops stationed on the line assigned to you. The general directs that you have examined all the bridges on the route all approaches (roads, trails, & c.) to the road, pickets thrown well out, positions selected for defensive purposes, and everything arranged for the proper performance of this duty. The troops of your command here and at Bridgeport have been ordered to return to Decherd. We shall probably be without transportation until the arrival of the wagons from Nashville. Headquarters will be at this point for the present. The general directs that you require all the troops along the line to stay in camp and be ready to spring to arms at short notice. Please report where your headquarters are. Report any useful information promptly by telegraph. Very respectfully, your obedient servant DANE. BUTTERFIELD, Major-General, Chief of Staff. Brigadier-General GARFIELD, STEvENSON, October 4, 1863. Chief of Staff, Chattanooga: We are entirely without maps, and all unacquainted with the country. Please send us maps for corps, division, and brigade com- manders. Colonel Goddard has our organization and strength. DANE. BUTTERFIELD, Major-General, Chief of Staff. Colonel INNES, STEVENSON, Octooer 4, 1863. Military Superintendent, Nashville. The movements of the trains will be left entirely to you, and not interfered with. If any trains are going from here, or passing, will send the troops by them. DANE. BUTTERFIELD, Major- General, Chief of Staff. GENERAL ORDERS, HEADQ UARTERS 11TH AND 12TH CORPS, No. 2. Stevenson, Ala., October 4, 1863. In compliance with the orders of Major-General Rosecrans, the undersigned assumes command of this district. The Twelfth Coips Page 94 94 KY., SW.VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [cHAP. xiii. Major-General Slocum, will take charge of the line from Wartrace to Tantalon. The Eleventh or s, .i ajor-General Howard, will take charge of the line from Bridgeport to Tantalon. * * * * * * * JOSEPH HOOKER, Major- General. STEVENSON, October 4, 1863. Major-General SLocuM: Subsequent written instructions modify your telegraphic instruc- tions so as to keep your batteries with their divisions. Inform Gen- eral R. S. Granger of the tenor of your instructions, your head quarters, & c~ DANL. BUTTERFIELD, Major-General, Chief of Staff. STEVENSON, October 4, 186311 a. m. Major-General SLOCUM, Nashville: The railroad from Wartrace to Tantalon is assigned to you. Gen- eral R. S. Granger is expected to guard the road from Wartrace to Nashville. General Howard from Tantalon to Bridgeport. A force reported advancing from McMinnville toward Manchester, said to be 2,000 cavalry; look out for them. Orders and dispatches have been forwarded to you by Colonel Carman, returning to Decherd with portion of your command. DANL. BUTTERFIELD, Major-General, Chief of Staff. STEVENSON, October 4, 18635 p. m. Major-General SLocuM, Decherd, Cowan, Wartrace, or Tnilahoma: General Granger says a small force left at Manchester, and asks should it not be withdrawn. The command belongs to Colonel Coburn, at Tullahoma. The matter is referred to your judgment. DANL. BUTTERFIELD, Major-General, Chief of Staff. STEVENSON, October 4, 18639 p. m. Major-General SLOCUM, Nashville: The general directs that precautions be taken to have a heavy in- fantry guard with all artillery sent over the road during the threat- ening of the present raid. Consult with Colonel Hodges, and stop the transportation and ambulance train until something more defi- nite with regard to the raid is known. DANL. BUTTERFIELD, Major-General, Chief of Staff Page 95 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPO~DENCJ~, ETC.UNJON. 95 Major-General SLOCUM: STEVENSON, October 4, 1863. The general commanding directs that you report at once the where- abouts of your command. You are referred to General Granger for information regarding an anticipated raid. You will at once take the necessary steps to anticipate the designs of the enemy. Have troops put in position at Elk River and Duck River bridges. The general has not received any reports from you since your command left Washington. The troops of your command that have passed here have been returned to Decherd. DANL. BUTTERFIELD, ilfajor- General and Chief of Staff. STEVENSON, October 4, 186311.50 p. m. Major-General SLOCUM: Furnish General Granger with such troops as he may require to make Murfreesborough secure. Do not let any troops be withdrawn from there until it is so. JOSEPH HOOKER, Major- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS TWELFTH CORPS, Brig~ Gen. A. S. WILLIAMS, Nashville, Tenn., October 4, 1863. Commanding Division: GENERAL: The major-general commanding directs that you make such dispositions of your command as will best serve to protect the railroad from Tullahoma to Tantalon, including the latter place. The principal points are the bridges and trestle-works, at all of which strong guards must be stationed, and every means adopted to prevent their destruction by the enemy. Requisitions will be made upon the quartermaster at Nashville for such intrenching tools as may be necessary. The following are the most important points on your line: Trestle-work about 3 miles from Tullahoma; bridges at Elk River, Decherd, Cowans, the tunnel and trestles between there and Tantalon. Works should be thrown up at the most important points for the protection of artillery. Two batteries will be assigned to you as soon as they arrive. Transportation, quartermaster and commissary stores, & c., will be drawn at Nashville; ammunition and ordnance at Murfreesborough. Your headquarters will be at Decherd. Headquarters of the corps until further orders at Nash- ville. Very respectfully, your obedient servant H. C. RODGERS, Assistant Adjutant-General. Major-General HOWARD, STEVENSON, October 4, 1863. Bridgeport. Return all the regiments of the Twelfth Corps by first train. DANL. BUTTERFIELD, Major-General, Chief of Staff Page 96 96 KY., SW. VA., TENY., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CUAP. XLII. KNOXVILLE, TENN., October 4, 186312 in. Maj. Gen. H. W. HALLECK, (Received 11.30 iz~. in.) General-in-Chief: I have just received a request from General Rosecrans that I at once proceed to the execution of the first of the three plans sub- mitted to you. Shall it be done? You will remember that it in- Volves the abandonment of East Tennessee, and that we have issued 5,000 stand of arms to companies in this part of the State. I am ready to do it immediately if ordered. Please answer immediately. A. E. BURNSJDE, Major- General. KNOXVILLE, TENN., October 4, 1863. (Received 2.35 a. in., 5th.) Major-General HALLEcK: I am anxiously awaiting an answer to my dispatch of to-day. A. E. BURNSIDE. KNOXVILLE, October 4, 1863. General ROSECRANS, Chattanooga: Is there any truth in the crossing of the enemys cavalry at Cot.. ton Port, which you reported? BURNSIDE. CUMBERLAND GAP, October 4, 1863. General BURNSIDE: Scouting party returned from Mulberry Gap. The enemy retreated through the gap toward Jon~esville yesterday. The force estimated at Jonesville is 600 and upward. The Mulberry Gap and Sneedville road to Rogersville is reported impracticable for wagons and artil- lery. I can get to the gap, but from Sneedville my informant says it is desperate and cant be done. The Jonesville and IEstillville road to Bristol is reported practicable. The party struck across to the Jonesville road and returned that way. The squadron from Wheelers cavalry ha] just passed in pursuit of 5 rebels. I am led to believe that the rebels in this vicinity have been parts of companies made up about here, and came to run off their property and stock, and other plunder. WILLOOX, Brigadier- General. ATHENS, October 4, 1863. General BURNSIDE: I have dispatched by courier, but for fear that it has not reached you, send the following telegram: The officer in command of the scouts last night returned from Cot- ton Port, capturing 1 rebel prisoner. H~ ha~ reliable information Page 97 CHAP. XLH.J CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 97 that from 15,000 to 20,000 rebel cavalry with 6 rebel generals and several pieces of artillery crossed the Tennessee River at that place last Wednesday. Our scouts in from Alexanders Ferry report a force at that place, on the opposite side of the river. Our scouts from Calhoun report a considerable force across th6 river at Charleston. There is evidently a heavy force at Cleveland. Can we not have re-enforcements? WOLFORD, Colonel, Commanding. VICKSBURG, Miss., October 5, 18635 p. m. (Received 2.10 p. in., 12th.) Maj. Gen. H. W. HALLECK, General-in- Chief: Your dispatch of September29 just received. * Before moving from here I will ~wait the return of Colonel Wilson from Cairo. He may have direct orders for me. U. S. GRANT, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE TENNESSEE, Vichsburg, Miss., October 5, 1863. Maj. Gen. H. W. HALLEcK, General-in-Chief, Washington, D. C.: GENERAL: The bearer of this, L. Trager, is the person who has been traveling through the Southern States for several months, hav- ing been sent from La Grange, Tenn., by General W. S. Smith, and whose report was sent to you from Memphis by General Hurlbut about the 1st of this month. Mr. Tragers account is full, and no doubt reliable, on account of his knowledge of the topography of the country throughout the South, the preparations made by the enemy to receive us at different points, the locality of all their armories, machine-shops, & c. I thought it would probably be well for bum to visit Washington, and see you in person. I am, general, very respectfully, your obedient servant, U. S. GRANT, Major- General. MEMPHIS, TENN., October 5, 18634 p. in. (Via Saint Louis, 7th. Received 4.35 p. in.) Maj. Gen. H. W. HALLECK, General-in- Chief: General Sherman has come up with his force, and is now being pushed east with all the motive power we have. As his troops ad- vance from Corinth the track-layers will go with them. I think it will be impossible to preserve the road to Decatur, unless guarded by his troops. I have not enough to cover it farther than Corinth. Johnston has pushed Lorings division to Okolona. They are prob * See second dispatch, Part UT, p. 9~3. 7 R BVOL XXX, PT I Page 98 98 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. ably 10,000 strong. Ferguson and Chalmers have 6,000 mounted men and eight pieces of artillery near Wyatt. They are too late to stop Shermans advance, but if they remain there after he moves, will give me a great deal of trouble and probably break the road. Pembertons force is officially announced exchanged, and has no doubt relieved Loring at Meridian. They are certainly gathering from 15,000 to 20,000 men in Mississippi north of Grenada. S. A. HURLBUT, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CoRPS, Memphis, Tenn., October 5, 1863. Brig. Gen. JOHN A. RAWLINS, A. A. G., Dept. of the Tennessee, Viclcsburg, Miss.: GENERAL: Shermans troops are arriving and moving out; two divisions are beyond Corinth. Johnston has been organizing and reviewing troops. Stephen D. Lee has command of the cavalry about 6,000 strong. They are massing near Wyatt with eight pieces of artillery. Lorings division is at or near Okolona, and everything indicates a dash on the road. My cavalry is on the line from Salem across by the Coldwater, to observe and repel. the movement as well as to forage. They are too late to stop Sherman, but unless with- drawn will annoy me very much when he moves on. The line of telegraph has been cut twice in two days, and is now down. I exceedingly dislike this flank march of Shermans, but suppose it will turn out right. It is said Pembertons exchanged men sup- ply Lorings place at Meridian. I have yet no knowledge that they are exchanged, except a printed notice in the Mobile papers. We are prepared here for anything. The whole line is rigidly closed, and we watch for what may turn up. Your obedient servant, ~. A. HURLBUT, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS POST OF CAIRO, Cairo, October 5, 1863. Maj. Gen. S. A. HURLEUT, Comdg. Sixteenth Army Corps, Memphis, Tenn.: GENERAL: Inclosed I have the honor to forward you copies of telegrams received and sent relative to the locomotives sent by you to Nashville. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, W. F. LYNCH Colonel F?fty-eighth Illinois Infantry, Comdg. [Inclosure No. 1.] WASHINGTON, October 2, 18636.20 p. m. COMMANDING OFFICER, Cairo, Ill.: It is reported that there are six locomotives at Cairo to be sent to Louisville. Where did they come from, and by whose orders are they to be ~cnt to Louisvillo? Answer. H. W. HALLECK, General-in-Chief Page 99 C~. XLIL] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 99 [Inclosure No. 2.] CAIRO, October 3, 1863. (Received 6.45 p. in.) H. W. HALLECK, General-in-Chief, Washington, D. C.: Six engines here, sent from Memphis to Nashville, by order of General Huribut. W. F. LYNCH, Colonel Fifty-eighth Illinois, Commanding. [Inclosure No. 3.] WASHINGTON, October 4, 186310.20 a. m. Col. W. F. LYNCH: The locomotives will remain at Cairo till further orders. H. W. HALLECK, General-in-Chief. HEADQUARTERS CAVALRY DIvISIoN, Memphis, Tenn., October 5, 1863. Lieut. Col. H. BINMORE, Assistant Adjutant-General: COLONEL: I have the honor herewith to transmit statements of a prisoner captured at Olive Branch, Miss., on Saturday. He belongs to Ballentines cavalry, Cosbys brigade, Jacksons division. He left Clinton, Miss., September 25, 1863. Jackson commands Cosbys and Whitfields brigades. General Cosby drew r~ti-zns for 1,700 men; General Whitfield drew for about 900 men. Jacksons total strength, 2,600 men. His headquarters were at Canton, when he left on Monday, September 28; heard he had a fight; Jackson repulsed the Federals. General Ross brigade moved from Lexington to Oxford on 26th. His brigade comprises his old regiment and Colonel Pinsons regiment ; the former 500 strong, and the latter 700. General Chalmers headquarters were at Oxford, Miss.; his force unknown. General Joe Johnston was at Grenada on Tuesday, 29th ultimo. Heard nothing about Jackson coming up the road. Men belo.nging to Chalmers command told him that there was to be an attack made on Memphis. Refugees who left Oxford on the 28th ultimo state that General Chalmers was there when they left; his force estimated at 1,500. Ross brigade had not arrived. Heard Johnston was expected with 6,000 infantry from Jackson, Miss., with all the cavalry that could be mustered for an attack on Memphis. Inclosed please find papers* found on his person. Very respectfully, yonr obedient servant, JAMES P. METCALF, Lieut., and Actg. Assi. Insp. Gen., Third Brigade Cavalry. HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Memphis, Tenn., October 5, 1863. Brig. Gen. T. W. SWEENY, La Grange, Tenn.: In the present state of affairs all our cavalry is required for active duty. By pushing them to the front, as ordered, lighter details will * Not found Page 100 100 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLIL be required at posts. You will relieve your body guard and all others you cau spare, and let them report to Colonel McCrillis for active duty in the front. S. A. HURLBUT, Major- General. CORINTH, Miss., October 5, 1863. Major-General HURLBUT: Scouts just in report General Ferguson at Pontotoc and New Albany with about 3,000 cavalry and four pieces artillery. West of Pontotoc and south of the Tallahatchie there is reported to be a force of 3,000 more cavalry with some artillery. Scouts did not see this force on 3d of October. Hams battalion was at Guntown with 200 cavalry, and Davenport at Fulton with 250. The rebels say they will attack the railroad with about 7,000. Dont say where or when. Roddey has a provost-marshal and three companies of cavalry at Tuscumbia. His headquarters are below Decatur near the river; has about 1,000 men. Remainder of his command gone to Rome, Ga. E. A. CARR, Brigadier- General. SAINT Louis, Mo., October 5, 1863. (Received 4.30 p. in.) Maj. Gen. H. W. HALLEcK, General-in-Chief: The locomotives have arrived at Cairo. I presume the order pro- ceeds from the Secretary of War. It would now take several days to send them back and land them at Memphis. Colonel Innes, mili- tary superintendent of roads at Nashville, earnestly requests that they be sent to Louisville, where they are much needed. No tele- graph-line now to Memphis, and cannot hear from there for six or seven days. Had not the engines better be sent forward at once? ROBERT ALLEN, Chief Quartermaster. WASHINGTON, October 5, 186310.30 a. m. Major-General ROSECRANS, Chattanooga, Tenn.: Instructions have been repeated again and again to General Burn- side to leave sufficient force in the upper end of the valley to hold Sam. Jones in check, and to move with the remainder down the north side of the Tennessee River, guarding the crossings and con necting with you. H. W. HALLECK General-in- Chief. CHATTANOOGA, October 5, 1863. (Received 9.20 p. in., 8th.) Hon. E. M. STANTON: In the Chattanooga Daily Rebel, of Sunday, October 4, published ~t Atlanta, is a schedule of prices by the board of commissioners t Page 101 CaAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.IJNION. 101 regulate impressment. Flour, $27 per barrel; fat, corn-fed hogs, $40 per hundredweight. Square or round iron, net ton, $35; Ber- lin plate, per net ton, $500; first-class artillery horses, $600; first- class cavalry horses, same; second-class, $500; four-horse iron-axle wagons, $300. M. C. MEIGS, Quartermaster-Geineral. CHATTANOOGA, TENN., October 5, 18638 p. m. (Via Murfreesborough, 11 a. in., 8th. Received 9.25 p. in.) Hon. E. M. STANTON, Secretary of War: The first days bombardment of Chattanooga is over, and I have not been able to learn that any one has been injured. About 10 a. in., while watching the construction of a pontoon bridge whose planks have been sawed by the volunteers in the two steam saw-mills cap- tured in this town, and whose pontoons have been constructed on the river bank by these same volunteers, I heard the sound of heavy guns. As the firing continued for some time, I went to one of the inclosed works constructing in the defenses of this place to find out what it was. From the sides of Lookout Mountain on the west, a number of guns, one or two of them very heavy, were firing toward the camps on General Rosecrans right. Also a heavy rifle was firing slowly from the base of Mission Ridge to the south, and two light rifled pieces were being run occasionally to the crest or on the side of a knoll some 600 or 800 yards distant southeast of the work, to which, as a good lookout, I had gone. No shell had entered this work when I left at 2. The men said one had struck the parapet of a line of de- fense a couple of hundred yards to the right, and Bradleys battery of rifled field pieces fired one shot while II was present, which grazed the top of the knoll, and for a time quieted the rebel field pieces be- hind it. Two of the shells burst. Later in the day the fire was more rapid, and more of the shell from the mountain burst in the air over the camps occupied by the troops. Eight or ten guns, if not more, opened from the mountain. They appeared to be planted singly at many yards intervals along the road which wound up the mouutain side. I went back, after watch- ing the firing for an hour or two, to observe the progress of the bridge- builders, and toward s anset, with General Wagner, took a position on Camerons Hill, a high peak on the bank of the river west of Chat- tanooga, and commanding the whole plain of Chattanooga. By the sound I found that the most distant gun, some 1,500 feet above the river on Lookout Mountain, was distant from Camerons Hill 2.7 miles and the large rifle on Mission Ridge was from the same point just 3 miles distant. This would make their distance from our ex- treme right about 2~ and 3 miles, respectively. No one seems to have made it his business to count the number of shots fired in the forenoon. They seemed to be firing deliberately and for range. About 2 oclock I counted twelve explosions in three minutes, some of which may have been from our own guns, which replied at intervals. As the firing began at 10 and ceased only at sunset, I presume that some hundreds of shots were fired in the seve Page 102 102 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. hours practice. The large gun on Mission Ridge fires a conical shell of about 6 inches diameter. The base of one was picked up and car- ried to headquarters. The negro boys about the camps continued their games of marbles, and the men stood upon the parapets and glacis of the intrenchments, watching the shots and speculating upon their effect. The men are indifferent to distant artillery fire, and expose themselves. Some severe casualties will, if this shelling continues, result from this practice. The rebels did not show themselves much. The pontoon bridge will, I think, be completed early to-morrow. The rise in the river, which steadily increases, has rendered the other two bridges impassable. A ferry rope and flat-boat, and a steam- boat (the Paint Rock) captured and repaired, affords the means of crossing at present. The river is about 1,000 feet wide, and is now deep enough for navigation at this point. The rebel guns on Look- out Mountain, however, command the channel at its base. M. C. MEIGS, Quartermaster- General. CHATTANOOGA, TENN., October 5, 1863. (Via Bridgeport, Ala. Received 12.12 a. in., 9th.) Maj. Gen. II. W. HALLECK: The large amount of pioneer work which is constantly necessary in this army, building bridges, making and repairing roads, & c., is entirely beyond the capacity of the force at our disposal. I would therefore strongly urge that a portion of the engineer troops of the Regular Army be ordered to this department. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 5, 1863. Colonel HODGES, Nashville: Estimated destruction by Wheeler, 350 wagons. If reports are true, strays and recaptures by McCook will give us back over 1,000 mules. I have ordered on the transportation of the Eleventh and Twelfth Corps, and Major-General Halleck telegraphs it will be sent immediately. I think each corps had about 300 to 400 wagons. These will supply, and more than supply, losses if they arrive safely. The rebel cavalry is on our communications, ours pursuing. M. C. MEIGS, Quartermaster- General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 5, 18631 p. m. (Received 11.25 p. in., 8th.) Brig. Gen. D. H. RUCKER: Advise me by telegraph of the number of wagons and animals of the trains of the Eleventh and Twelfth Corps, and the probable tim Page 103 C~ip. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNIo1~w. 103 of first and last shipment. Send same information to Colonel Hodges, chief qnartermaster, Army of Cumberland, at Nashville, all in cipher. M. C. MEIGS, Quartermaster- General. PRYORS HOUsE, October 5, 1863. Brigadier-General GARFIELD, Chief of Staff, Chattanooga: GENERAL: The telegraph-line is down north of Fosterville. This side of Mnrfreesborongh, not been working since 4 a. in.; probably been destroyed by the rebels. Men will be sent immediately to re- pair it. We will be in the monntain to-night. By order of Capt. J. C. Van Duzer: J. C. GREGG, Operator. HEADQUARTERS TENTH OHIO VOLUNTEER INFANTRY, Col. C. GODDARD, October 5, 1863. Assistant Adjutant-General: COLONEL: I beg leave respectfully to report that in the attack made by rebel cavalry on the train coming to this place from Ste- venson on Friday last, the 2d instant, I lost a regimental wagon con- taining medical stores and its team of 4 horses. Two of the men of my command who were with the wagon are still missing, and must, I suppose, have fallen into the hands of the enemy. Very respectfully, WM. M. WARD, Lieutenant- Colonel, Commanding. OCTOBER 5, 18635 p. m. Colonel BARNETT, Chief of Artillery, & c.: SIR: In the cannonade this afternoon the rebels opened upon me from the newly dlscovered battery directly in my front, firing some five shots, which fell rather short. I began to return the fire very slowly, in order to get their range, when they opened on me all along the side of the mountain. According to your instructions, I pitched in~~ to them, and fired about half an hour, when I was stopped by an order from General Whitaker. I fired some 75 shots. The other section of this battery and Aleshires battery were engaged. They (the rebels) fired from several different points on Lookout Mountain, and three guns from mound left of Lookout Mountain. I think they have two batteries casemated and bomb-proof, from the fact that the smoke of the pieces is scarcely seen. These twG batteries are on the left of the slope. Respectfully, WM. H. COX, First Lient. Tenth Indiana Battery, Comdg. Battery No. 5 Page 104 104 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. HEADQUARTERS SIGNAL CORPS, October 5, 18639.30 p. m. Captain THoMs: I have heard no guns. The officers on this station say they heard two reports, and supposed them to be our own guns, in the direction of the fort on Rossville road, occupied by General Negleys troops. Yours, respectfully, JESSE MERRILL, Gaptain and Chief Signal Officer. STATION NEAR LOOMIS BATTERY, October 5, 186310.30 p. m. Captain MERRILL: From fort occupied by General Woods division I observed a great many rebel camp-fires on Missionary Ridge, on crest, side, and at base. Immediately in front of where large gun is mounted there were no fires for a mile in extent along the ridge, but many to the right and left. Those on the left are brighter and more scattered than those on the right, but not so numerous. At two places on the right the fires were arranged in order of camp, in one place forming three sides of a parallelograni. These fires extended well round to the sonth. I also heard wood-chopping in rebel lines in front of Fort Wood. The artillery firing was from Lookout Mountain; I think from the battery which fired last at Fort Negley. No fires on Lookout Mountain. HOPKINS. HEADQUARTERS SIGNAL STATION, October 5, 186311.40 p. m. Brigadier-General GARFIELD, Chief of Staff: GENERAL: The officer on station at Cranes Hill (No. 2) reports that he has been sick in bed all day, in consequence of which he is not able to make any observations. Three reports of artillery have been heard here since last report (about twenty minutes ago), sup- posed to be from Lookout Mountain. The following report from station near Loomis battery has just been received: Captain MERRILL: The firing is again from Lookout Mountain from same place. Could trace the shell through the air; it seems to have been fired at Fort Negley. Nothing else unusual. IIOPKINS. Very respectfully, your obedient servant. JESSE MERRILL ~iJaptain and Chief Signal OJftcer~ HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 5, 1863. Maj. Gen. GEORGE H. THOMAS: The general commanding desires you to see that our ammunition in the fort and in your batteries is not wasted. It is important tha Page 105 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.TJNION. 105 we do not unnecessarily expose the number and position of our guns. We should not at present do much more than get the range of our guns. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, J. A. GARFIELD, Brigadier-General and Chief of Staff. HDQRs. THIRD DIVISION, FOURTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Chattanooga, Tenn., October 5, 18634 p. m. Capt. B. H. POLK, Assistant Adjutant- General, Fourteenth Army Corps: CAPTAIN: General Brannan, being at the front, directs me to in- form the major-general commanding that he has fired no shot at the enemy from his batteries. I am, captain, very respectfully, your obedient servant, LOUTS J. LAMBERT, Assistant Adjutant-General. HEADQUARTERS TWENTIETH ARMY CORPS, October 5, 1863. Brigadier-General GARFIELD, Chief of Staff: GENERAL: No firing on my front during last night. A small scouting party was sent out in the night on Sheridans front, and reported that wagons were moving up the mountain. No change in our or the enemys lines has taken place as far as has been dis- covered. I am, respectfully, your obedient servant, A. MoD. McCOOK, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS TWENTIETH ARMY CORPS, Chattanooga, October 5, 18635.45 p. m. Brig. Gen. J. A. GARFIELD, Chief of Sta,!jf: GENERAL: I have the honor to report that in the artillery firing to-day no men of this corps were injured. The earth-works on my front are well protected by traverses, and the troops sheltered from the fire of the enemy. A number of their shot fell inside my interior line of works. Daily details of 600 men are at work on the two re- doubts on my front, and my entire lines of works are being strength~ ened every day. Very respectfully, A. McD. MoCOOK, Major-General, Commanding Page 106 106 J~Y., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. ThU. HEADQUARTERS TWENTIETH ARMY CORPS, INSPECTOR-GENERALS OFFICE, Chattanooga, Tenn., October 5, 18639 a. m. Major-General MCCooK, Commanding Twentieth Corps: GENERAL: Colonel Berry, commanding Third Brigade, division officer of the day for Second Division front, reports by Captaln Jones, brigade inspector on his staff, as follows: Lieutenant-Colonel Langdon, as brigade officer of the day, sent Major Stafford, First Ohio, to report as an eye-witness to Colonel Berry. Major Stafford discovered the enemy at work throwing up earth-works opposite the left of Johnsons division front at about 80 yards from the creek and 100 yards from our advanced works. It is in the woods, and had, at 8.30 a. in., a front of about 50 yards. It is parallel to the retired front of Johnsons left flank breast-works and oblique to the remainder of his advanced works, somewhat as is shown in sub- joined topographical sketch. * Very respectfully, your obedient servant, HORACE N. FISHER, Lieutenant- Colonel and Assistant In spector- General. HEADQUARTERS TWENTIETH ARMY CORPS, INSPECTOR-GENERALS OFFICE, Chattanooga, Tenn., October 5, 1863. Colonel Sherman, commanding First Brigade, division officer of the day for Third 7Division front, reports through Lieutenant Boal, act- ing brigade inspector: All quiet on front. At 3.30 to 4.30 a. m. heard two mule teams ascending the mountain past the battery. Judging from the rattling of kettles and tin pots, thinks that they were ration wagons. Three different drums heard within half a mile beating reveille at 5.30 a. in., one on right of Chattanooga Valley road, near rebel picket-line. General Carlin, commanding Second Brigade, division officer of the day, First Division front, reports through Lieutenant Vance, brigade inspector: Two brass bands and about three field bands playing at dark yesterday evening; otherwise all quiet. Colonel Berry, commanding Third Brigade, division officer of the day for Second Division front, reports through a staff officer that all has been quiet for the last twenty-fonr hours on his front. No move- ments of troops seen or heard. Respectfully submitted to Major-General McCook for his informa- tion. HORACE N. FISHER, Lieutenant- Colonel and Assistant Inspector-General. HEADQUARTERS FIRST DIvISION, Chattanooga, Tenn., October 5, 1863. Brigadier-General WOOD, Comdg. First Division, Twenty-first Army Corps: GENERAL: I have the honor to report the following transactions in your front to-day: A column of infantry, about a brigade, appeared on Missionary * Not found Page 107 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.TJ~ION. 107 Ridge this morning, and marched to the enemys left. Two pieces of artillery opened fire on the hill in your immediate front abont 11 a. in., firing at intervals dnring the day, but without effect. The heavy firing was on the right of our forces. The enemy has not ex- posed as much force in your front to-day as usual. I am, sir, respectfully, J. L. YARYAN, Aide-de-Camp. FORT DUNLAP, October 5, 1863 Brigadier-General WOOD, Comdg. First Division, Twenty-first Army Corps: GENERAL: There was a change in position of camp-fires last night. The fires on the extreme right of the enemy and opposite to the front of Third Brigade of General Van Cloves division were more clearly defined. About a brigade of the enemy have been maneuvering on the crest of the ridge about unpainted house this morning. Respectfully, LUTHER M. DE MOTTE, Lieutenant and Acting Signal Officer. FORT DUNLAP, October 5, 1863. Brigadier-General WOOD, Commanding First Division: GENERAL: During the cannonading to-day the enemy had a large body of troops on the crest of the ridge. They were in column by company, and stacked arms in that position. At what we term Braggs headqnarters there were a large number of troops. At a slightly elevated point northeast of this fort, about midway the side of the ridge, and nearly opposite Third Brigade of Van Cleves di- vision, I saw a party at work. I think they have some fortifications already at that point, and are enlarging them. The working party did not appear a large one, but was concealed greatly by the timber, so I could not fairly estimate its size. The camp-fires present their usual appearance. There are three lines of earth-works on Lookout Mountain. Respectfully, LUTHER M. DE MOTTE, Lieutenant and Acting Signal Officer. CIRCULAR.] HDQRS. SECOND DIVISION, 21ST ARMY CORPS, Chattanooga, October 5, 1863. Brigade commanders will see that their commands stand at arms, at the usual time before daylight, and that at least one-half of their men are under arms until broad daylight and the disappearance of the fog; one-half of the command may be allowed to cook at a time. The officers of the picket will be unusually vigilant, and report every sign of a movement on the part of the enemy. By command of Major-General Palmer: D. W. NORTON, Captain and Acting Assistant Adjutant-General Page 108 108 Ky., sw. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLIL HDQRS. THIRD DIVISION, TWENTY-FIRST CORPS, Chattanooga, October 5, 1863. Capt. P. P. OLDERSHAW, Assistant Adjutant-General, Twenty-first Corps: CAPTAIN: I have the honor to state, for the information of the general commanding, that the difference between the report of effective force of this command on the 28th nitimo and the 4th in- stant is occasioned by the absence of the Twenty-first Kentncky Volnnteers. The effective force of this regiment was incinded in the report of the 28th nitimo, bnt shortly afterward it was detached and sent into the Seqnatchie Valley to gnard trains over the monnt- am, and it was not inclnded in the retnrn of yesterday. Very respectfnlly, your most obedient servant, H. P. VAN CLEVE, Brigadier-General, Commanding Division. HDQRS. THIRD DIvISION, TWENTY-FIRST CORPS, October 5, 1863. Capt. E. A. OTIS, Assistant Adjutant- General: SIR: I have the honor to report all quiet in onr front np to the present writing. Our pickets have exchanged papers, bnt have not laid down their arms, or met the rebels in any considerable nnmber for purposes of conversation, & c., as I hear has been done in other parts of the line. The rebel pickets who do come np to onr line say that some of them would willingly desert to ns if they were assnred they wonld be paroled or not held as prisoners. The orders of Gen- eral Rosecrans in regard to non-intercourse of our men and rebel pickets, and proper exchanges of papers under the direction of com- manding officers, will be strictly enforced in this division. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, P. T. SWAINE, Colonel 99th Ohio Vol. Infantry, Comdg. Advance Forces. HEADQUARTERS FIRST BRIGADE, FIRST DIVISION, October 5, 1863. Maj. J. S. FULLERTON, Assistant Ac0ntant- General: The firing across the ridge called Missionary Ridge was quite heavy. Cannonading between 2 and 4 oclock, distinct and heavy. We at the batteries on the hill thought that there was an effort to cover it up by firing their own guns here, but that there was firing there is no doubt. We could see smoke over the ridge, and as late as 5 oclock there was scattered firing. We did not and do not know what it means. Respectfully, ~. C. WHITAKER, Brigadier-General Page 109 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 109 BRIDGEPORT, October 5, 1863. Captain WISEMAN, Assistant Adjatant-General: Colonel Tilison has sent for all the camp and garrison equipage for the regiments with him. The man sent back understands that General Rosecrans has ordered Tilison to encamp at the foot of mountain. I have not heard anything official. What shall I do? R. F. SMITH, Colonel, Commanding Post. NASHVILLE, TENN., October 5, 1863 2.30 p. m. (Received 6.15 p. in.) Maj. THOMAS T. ECKERT, Assistant Superintendent U. S. Military Telegraph: Enemy have burned Stones River bridge, 4 miles south of Mur- freesborough, and cut telegraph-line there. Commander at that post says they are said to be 10,000 strong, but he thinks about 4,000. Prisoners say they are coming to Nashville. That is doubtful. SAM. BRUCH, Assistant Manager Telegraph. BRIDGEPORT, October 5, 1863. Brigadier-General MORGAN: By direction of Major-General Hooker, I assume command of the section from Tantalon to Bridgeport. Please forward a copy of your last morning report at the earliest opportunity. 0. 0. HOWARD, Major- General. HDQRS. NINETY-SECOND ILLINOIS VOLUNTEERS, Harrisons Landing, Tenn., October 5, 18633.30 p. m. ASSISTANT ADJUTANT-GENERAL, Department q,t. the Cumberland, Chattanooga: COLONEL: All quiet along the line. A Mr. Willis Biggs, Union man, has just returned from Cleveland, Teun., and reports two regi- ments of the enemy at Cleveland last Friday; had twelve pieces of artillery, no infantry. At Harrisons, 200 rebel cavalry; 5 miles east of Harrisons, 200 more rebel cavalry; at Snows, on Chat- tanooga and Georgetown road, 400 rebel cavalry; at Andersons Spring and Georgetown road, 100 rebel cavalry; at Blue Springs, opposite Igous, 100 rebel cavalry. Reported to be gathering up all the horses in the country. River still rising, and at present very difficult to ford. Most obediently, your humble servant, SMITH D. ATKINS, Colonel Ninety-Second JillinoP T7ols., Wilders J3riUGde Page 110 110 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. NASHVILLE, TENN., October 5, 186310 p. m. (Received 11.45 p. in.) Major-General HALLECK, General-in-Chief: Following dispatch just received from Murfreesborough: General Crook with 4,000 cavalry just arrived here, and General Mitchell is just one day behind him with a large force. Scouts report enemy retiring in the direc- tion of Shelbyville. W. T. WARD. R. S. GRANGER, Brigadier-General. NASHVILLE, TENN., October 5, 1863. (Received 10.25 p. in.) Major-General HALLECK, General-in-Chief: Since the attack and capture of McMinnville, Wheeler, with a large force of cavalry, variously estimated from 4,000 to 10,000, has appeared before Murfreesborough with the main body of his foroe. Another column struck the road at Christiana, cut the wire, and supposed to have done some damage to the road. By permission of General Slocum, I have sent 7,000 of the Twelfth Corps to re-enforce Murfreesborough. I have strengthened the stockades at the impor- tant bridges between this and Murfreesborough with one battery of artillery and all the force that could with safety be spared from this post. Would request that General Boyle be instructed to hurry for- ward the troops intended for this department with all possible dis- patch. I think that we can keep the road from any serious damage until to-morrow. The force of the enemy is composed entirely of cavalry, which enables him to attack with his full force any point of the road, while, from the want of cavalry, I am unable to assist the garrison at that point. I have but 600 poor cavalry. General Rose- crans cavalry is reported as being in pursuit. A telegram was re- ceived here stating that Col. Ed. McCook attacked General Wheeler yesterday, defeating him, recapturing mules and plunder. If it be true that he made an attack, it must have been upon the rear guard of Wheeler, as he has since attacked as before stated R. S. GRANGER, Brigadier-General, Commanding. HDQRS. SECOND BATTN., SECOND MICHIGAN CAVALRY, Rankins Ferry, October 5, 1863. Maj. W. H. SINCLAIR, Assistant Adjutant- General: MAJOR: I have the honor to report all still quiet at Rankins Ferry and Eylers Ford. Conversation with rebel pickets daily. I reported my strength and position yesterday; report it to-day 5 of- ficers and 100 enlisted men. Major Scranton left the morning of the 3d, with two battalions. Respectfully, your obedient servant, B. P. WELLS, Captain f5econd 2ilichigan Cavalry, Comdg. Second Battn Page 111 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UINION. 111 HDQRS. SECOND BATTN., SECOND MICHIGAN CAVALRY, Rankins Ferry, October 5, 1863. Capt. D. G. SWAIM, Assistant Adjutant-General: CAPTAIN: I have the honor to state that my command consists of four companies; strength, 5 officers and 100 enlisted men; that my orders were to guard the Upper and Lower Rankins Ferry and Eylers Ford, 1~ miles above the upper ferry by river and 4j miles by nearest land route. In your order this a. m. to me you request a full and Complete report of the cavalry guards patrolling the river between Chattanooga and Jasper. If there are any guards other than above stated, they are not under my command. Respectfully, your obedient servant, B. P. WELLS, Captain Second Michigan Cavalry, Comdg. Second Battn. [Indorsement.I Some more cavalry must be sent to patrol that river, or infantry must be detached instead. W. S. R. MURFREESBOROUGII, TENN., October 5, 18636 p. m Major SINCLAIR: I have arrived at this place, where I will feed to-night and draw rations and get some ammunition. The rebels have burnt the bridge south of town; were on the Shelby road when last heard from; their rear guard, I suppose, is a couple of miles out of town, so as to oc- cupy our men while they carry out their plans. I shall send out my scouts in all directions to find their whereabouts and their intentions. I will let you know immediately what information I get. I will push after them in accordance with any information I may get in the morning, and, if I catch up with them, I will try and detain them until you get up. The telegraph-wire is also cut between here and Nashville. No news from Chattanooga. Yours, respectfully, GEORGE CROOK, Brigadier-General. STEVENSON, October 5, 1863~. 15 p. m. Brigadier-General GARFIELD, Chief of Staff, Chattanooga: In compliance with telegram I have examined the defenses of Stevenson and Bridgeport. Two regiments and four guns, I think, will protect the depot at this place against any force the enemy will be likely to send against it. I visited Bridgeport this afternoon. The works on this side the river, although not planned with a view to all that will be required when the railroad bridge is completed, I think can be made to answer if the 4k-inch Parrotts can be put in them. On the south sid Page 112 112 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [ORAl.. XLII. of the river the bridge-heads already traced and partially completed will suffice for protection of the pontoon bridges. For th~ protec- tion of the railroad bridges it appeared to me that a small redoubt would be necessary on a hill immediately on this bank of the river, about one-fourth of a mile above the bridge, now covered with for- est. On the south side some slashing ought to be done. This opin- ion is based upon a limited observation, as I could not cross my horses, and had no opportunity to examine the surrounding country. I will look at them again as soon as the bridges are completed. I found a portion of the trestle bridge almost submergeda rise of 3 or 4 inches more would probably carry it away. On learning there were pontoons sufficient to complete two bridges, I directed their use for that purpose, in place of trestles which seemed too in- secure for reliance at this season. Bridges will be completed over both streams to-morrow. Fighting is reported at Christiana to-nightno particulars. Have ordered up troops on the cars to engage them in rear. There are troops enough on the road to prevent its being damaged, unless through gross neglect. I have no apprehensions, and regret that the business of the road should be suspended even for a short time. JOSEPH HOOKER, Major- General, Commanding. STEVENSON, October 5, 18635.10 a. m. Col. W. P. INNES, Military Superintendent, Nashville: I want the artillery of the Eleventh Corps here as soon as possi- ble, but do not send it until the danger from the threatened raid is over. JOSEPH HOOKER, Major- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS ELEVENTH AND TWELFTH CORPS, Stevenson, Ala., October 5, 1863. Major-General SLocuM, Commanding Twelfth Corps: In addition to the usual precautions and vigilance observed upon such duty, the major-general commanding directs that the forces guarding the line of communications observe the following: Wherever a road or approaches to the bridge, tunnel, trestle-work, or other portion of the road guarded, exist, pickets are to be thrown out for observation and warning, and if the nature of the road or approach permits, the picket or other guard to be intrenched or other- wise protectedthe best safeguard being at a distance from the rail- road, rather than immediately upon it. Where the nature of the country permits it or renders it practicable, a complete chain of grand guards and outposts encircling the camp or position should be estab-. lished. Commanding officers of divisions, brigades, regiments, and de- tachments to be held responsible, personally, for all subordinates, ~nd the proper, vigilant, and correct perforniance of their duties Page 113 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, 110.UNION. 113 Daily ins~pections of the guards and all the troops morning and evening. One-third of the forces at each detached post, bridge, or work to be constantly under arms until relieved. The guards to be regu- larly and formally mounted. All strangers and travelers to be carefully excluded until ex- amined by the commanding officer, and in the absence of satisfactory proofs of their business and purpose, to be detained and reported to headquarters of the division or corps for the action of the command- ing officer. Upon any attack or appearance of any force, the facts to be at once reported to brigade, division, corps, and general headquarters with full particulars. Each officer or soldier to be held responsible for his statements, and brought to trial by court-martial for any false, exaggerated, or stampede reports. The statements of citizens, refugees, or deserters, with regard to the enemy or guerrillas, to be carefully taken down and forwarded without delay through proper channels to headquarters. Under no circumstances will the ab.andonment or surrender of any force, work, or bridge be overlooked or excused. Everything worthy of note that occurs must be promptly reported. The guards and all troops must be kept clean, neat, and orderly, and good police regulations observed. A vigilant and energetic officer will have a good, efficient command. This order will be read at the head of each company and detach- ment on duty in the command. Very respectfully, DANL. BUTTERFIELD, ]iliqjor-General, Chief of Staff. STEVENSON, October 5, 1863. SENIOR OFFICER OF TWELFTH CORPS, Thilahoma, Decherd, or Wartrace: The commanding general directs that you cause two regiments of infantry to be sent to Christiana before daylight, to attack the enemy there and keep communication open. The railroad agent here has been directed to place a train at your disposal. The general is with- out information as to who is in command or who is the senior officer. These dispositions should have been made without waiting his order. The troops must be in position to attack at daylight. Ac- knowledge. DANL. BUTTERFIELD, ]lfajor-Generat, Chief of Staff. STEVENSON, October 5, 18636.10 p. m. COMMANDING OFFICER, Tutlahoma: General Hooker directs that you put two good regiments on tbe train and move up to Christiana, take part in that fight, and clean out the raiders. This should have been done without waiting for orders. DANL. BUTTERFIELD, .YTh~jor-Generat, Chief of Staff. S ~ I~YQL XXX, PT I Page 114 114 KY., SW. vA., TENK., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. Xlii. LouISvILLE, Ky., October 5, 1863. (Received 1.20 p. in.) Hon. E. M. STANTON: I find everything in the medical department here in good order, and in excellent preparation for any emergency that may arise. Ample medical supplies and attendance have been sent to the front. I leave to-morrow morning for Saint Louis, and will take a steamer thence for New Orleans, stopping at Memphis~ Vicksbnrg, and Port Hudson. I earnestly recommend that the office of assistant surgeon- general be immediately removed to this place, and respectfully request your authority to direct the change to be made. WM. A. HAMMOND, Surgeon- General. WASHINGTON, October 5, 18639 a. m. Major-General BUENSIDE, Knoxville, Tenn.: I can only repeat former instructions, to leave sufficient force in the upper end of the valley to hold Jones in check, and, with the remainder, to march down the north side of the Tennessee River, guarding the fords and connecting with General Rosecrans. I can- not make them plainer. H. ~. HALLECK, General-in- Chief. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 5, 186310 a. m. Major-General BURNSIDE, Knoxville: Your dispatch of the 4th received, asking if the rebel cavalry have really crossed the river between us as reported. Having warned you often of the danger for the last ten days, and reported the catastrophe to you on the 1st, and got your promise to send your cavalry to help mine, I am amazed at your dispatch. I now say that your failure to close your troops down to our left has cost 500 wagons loaded with essentials, the post of McMinnville, and Heaven only knows where the mischief will end. I presume the Louisville and Nashville road and all your trains and communication to Kentucky are aimed at, but possibly my cavalry may stop it by the pursuit in which I hoped part of yours would join, while the remainder watched the river between us. If you dont unite with us soon, you will be respon- sible for another catastrophe, I fear. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. KNOXVILLE, October 5, 1863. General Cox: A nephew of General McLean, who was captured from Wheelers and Forrests cavalry, asserts that the purpose of a portion of cavalry force which crossed the Tennessee the other day is to penetrate to the Ohio River, capture a steam-boat, cross the river, and proceed ~t one Page 115 CHAP. XLII.I CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 115 to Columbus, with a view to releasing Morgan and his men. This story seems impossible, but I give it to you for what it is worth. Should they succeed in getting into Kentucky and near the river, captains of boats will be on their guard, and the gun-boats should be on the alert to prevent Crossing. We are all well, and Colonel McElroy arrived safely. A. E. BUIRNSIDE, lJliajor ~General. LOUJJON, October 5, 1863. General BURNSIDE: I respectfully state that the firing at Cotton Port took place on the morning of September 30, and not in the evening; that it was first reported to me by Colonel Wolford in writing from the front, within two hours after it occurred, and that I immediately forwarded to you by telegraph the following dispatch: SEPTEMBER 30. General BURNSIDE: Colonel Wolford informs me that the firing which he reported this morning, and which was supposed to be his advance engaged with the enemy, was below any of his command, and is supposed to have been at Cotton Port, 15 miles below Athens, on the Tennessee River. He will move forward toward Athens. J. WHITE, Brigadier-General. After sending the above I was still uneasy5 and got Colonel Byrd to send me back two companies of cavalry, one of which I sent to Kingston for information and reported the news. I telegraphed you of a small force crossing at Pin Hook. This dispatch was sent Oc- tober 2. I trust the foregoing will acquit me of blame. If so, I will thank you to give me the benefit of such acquittal. I should cer- tainly have been very remiss if I had failed to send such important information at~nce. Respectfully, J. WHITE, Brigadier- General. [Indorsement.] I certify that the message of September 30, above quoted, was sent and acknowledged by the operator at Knoxville on that day. B. F. BIRISCOE, Lieutenant and Operator. CUMBERLAND GAP, October 5, 1863. Maj. Gen. A. E. BURNSIDE: The Confederate cavalry in Powells Valley, in vicinity of Mul- berry Gap, are concentrating at Jonesville. They are collecting conscripts, horses, and mules. I have sent scouts in that direction. The detachments of Eighty-sixth and One hundred and twenty- ninth Ohio Volunteer hifantry and Ninth Tenii.essee Qavalry rOw turned to-day Page 116 116 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLIL Colonel Parsons is anxious to move his command to East Tennes- see to recruit. I would willingly accept the Fourth Battalion Ohio Volunteer Infantry, six-months troops, 400 strong, now with General Willcox, for duty at this post. I would like to keep six- months Ohio troops together, to re-organize for three-years serv- ice. Governor Tod has requested an effort to re-enlist the men. I report the following trains at Cumberland Gap: First. Captain Earnest, 75 wagons, partly laden with forage and subsistence, 56 to return to Camp Nelson; destination of laden wagons, Ninth Army Corps. Second. Captain Lentz, 98 wagons; 78 commissary stores, balance forage, part consumed; destination, Twenty-third Army Corps. Third. Trainmaster P. Landegan, 26 wagons, 25 laden with boots and shoes, 1 with rations; destination, Knoxville post quarter- master. Fourth. Captain Heistand has a train, but owing to his absence for forage, I cannot obtain correct information concerning it to-night. W. C. LEMERT, Colonel, Commanding. GENERAL ORDERS, ~ HDQRS. FIFTEENTH ARMY CORPS, No. 77. Memphis, October 6, 1863. I. In order to relieve the railroad, now overtaxed, a train will be made up of all wagons, teams, mules, & c., capable of travel, to move early on Thursday morning for some rendezvous on the outskirts of Memphis, say the old camp of the Eighth Missouri on the Poplar street road. The chief quartermaster of the corps will cause all the general and division wagons to form part of this train, and com- manders of divisions, brigades, and regiments will send all wagons and horses that can possibly be spared. Wagons will carry no loads, save the necessary forage for the animals and six days rations and cooking utensils of the teamsters and escort. This ~gand train will be escorted by one battery of artillery and about I ,500 infantry, to ride in the wagons, and the Third U. S. Regular Cavalry and Thiele- manns battalion. The infantry and battery will be detailed by the commanding general of the Second Division, who will appoint some good colonel to command the whole. All the baggage can be sent to Corinth in advance by the railroad. The officer designated to conduct this train will report in person to the commanding general for maps and special instructions. II. The utmost expedition must now be used to reach Corinth with all the corps and its equipment by Sunday next, the Fourth Division to bring up the rear. All officers are advised to leave their surplus baggage, likely to encumber the march and overload the wagons, ni Memphis, and store the same with some merchant or the U. S. quartermaster, to come forward to us in the future by rail or the Tennessee River, according to circumstances. All property, whether private or public, so left, will be properly marked and secured. The chief quartermaster, Colonel Smith, will facilitate all such storage at the expense of the United States. By order of Maj. Gen, W. T. Sherman: R. M. SAWYER, A sit I Adjutant- General Page 117 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPOaENCE, ETC.UNIO~. 117 SPECIAL ORDERS, HDQRS. FIFTEENTH ARMY CORPS, No. 188. Jtliemphis, Teun., October 6, 1863. * * * * * * * III. First Lieut. J. C. Audenried, Sixth U. S. Cavalry, is hereby announced as aide-de-camp to the general commanding. He will be obeyed and respected accordingly. IV. Capt. H. S. Fitch, quartermasters department, having re- ported in person, is hereby attached to the generals staff, ai!d will act as provost-marshal and judge-advocate for the corps. All pris- oners of war and all charges and specifications will be sent to him for his examination and orders. V. Second Lieut. Frederick J. James, Third U. S. Cavalry, is hereby announced as a member of the generals staff, and will act as ordnance officer. He will at once enter on his duties, and on con- sultation with the chief of artillery, Major Taylor, will cause to be sent to Corinth a full supply of ammunition for the field batteries and small-arms of the corps. * * * * * * By order of Maj. Gen. W. T. Sherman: R. M. SAWYER, Assistant Adjutant- General. SPECIAL ORDERS,) HDQRS. SEVENTEENTH ARMY CORPS, No. 222. f Vicksburg, Miss., October 6, 1863. Brig. Gen. John McArthur, commanding First Division, will sta~ tion a section of artillery, supported by one regiment of infantry, on the Halls Ferry road. One section of artillery, supported by one regiment of infantry, on the Warrenton road. The artillery will be stationed under direction of Lieutenant- Colonel Powell, chief of artillery, and the infantry supports under the direction of the general picket officer of the First Division. The pickets of the First Division will be so posted as to connect with the pickets of the Third Division on the Halls Ferry road. This disposition of troops will be continued until further orders, and the general picket officer of the division will report each day in person and in writing at 10 oclock a. m. the condition of the pickets and all matters pertaining to the efficiency of the troops composing this grand guard to Major Willard, general picket officer of the corps. By order of Major-General McPherson: W. T. CLARK, Assistant Adjutant- General. (Indorsement.] HDQRS. FIRST DIVISION, SEVENTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Vicksburg, Miss., October 6, 1863. The commanding officer of the Third Brigade will detail two regi- ments for the above duty, to report immediately at brigade head- quarters to Captain MacLean, aide-de-camp, who will see that the regiments are posted in accordance with the above orders, and repor Page 118 118 ES., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. ItLfl. daily to Major Willard, as indicated in the above order. These regi- ments will be relieved daily until further orders. Major Maurice will detail the artillery, relieving it daily until further orders. By order of Brigadier-General McArthur: WALES W. WOOD, Acting Assistant Adjutant-General. HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Memphis, Tenn., October 6, 1863. Col. 3. 0. KELTON, Asst. Adjt. Gen., Hdqrs. Army, Washington, D. C.: SIR: I have the honor to report that Maj. Gen. B. M. Prentiss reported to me for duty some ten days since. Having no adequate command to give him without displacing officers in my opinion bet- ter qualified, and having been informed by Maj. Gen. U. S. Grant that he had no command for him below, I have given him a leave of absence for twenty days, to report to Washington for such assign- ment as the Department may order. His resignation, so far as I am informed, is still pending, and as he still insists upon its acceptance on the grounds of his own health and the situation of his family, I recommend that it be at once accepted. His address will be at Quincy, Ill. Your obedient servant, ~. A. HURLBUT, Major-General, Commanding Corps. HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, October 6, 1863. Col. 3. 0. KELTON, Assistant Adjutant-General, Headquarters Army: COLONEL: I have the honor to inclose for the information of the general-in-chief my letter of instructions to Col. George E. Spencer, First Alabama Cavalry. Colonel Spencers regiment is wholly composed of refugees from Alabama. They have been in several engagements and behaved well. They are thoroughly acquainted with the country, well mounted and armed; have two light steel guns, take with them as volunteers 6 engineers who can either run or destroy railroads or steamers. The expedition is directed against the Montg6mery and West Point Rail- road, because it is a connecting link of great importance and of a different gauge from the other southern roads. Spencer is certain that he can get through the outer cordon without observation, and if he does so, I am satisfied he will make his way to Montgomery. His force will be about 650 men. While I am now writing I would remark that the enemys force of cavalry has been largely increased in North Mississippi, and that I have this moment (2 p. in.) intelligence of an attack upon our advanced cavalry on Coldwater below La Grange with artillery. Your obedient servant, S. A. HURLBUT, .Zliliajor-General Page 119 CHAP. XLIT.1 COd~SPO~DENcE, ETC~TSNION. 119 [Inclosule.] HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH AThMY CORPS, Memphis, Tenn., October 3, 1803. Col. G. E. SPENCER, Uomdg. First Alabama Vol. C~avalry, Gorinth, Miss.: SIR: You will take all the available and well-mounted men of you1~ command and proceed rapidly through Jasper, Ala., to Montgomery, or to some point east of Montgomery on the West Point railroad. Arriving there you will proceed to destroy effectually the Montgom- ery and West Point Railroad in its iolling-stock, track, and depots, doing the most thorough amount of damage possible. You will, as far as possible, avoid all public and known roads before striking this road, and will see to it that your men are kept together and held thoroughly in hand. It is exceedingly desirable that the breaking of this road should be thorough and complete. Men will be carefully instructed not to interfere with private prop- erty further than is necessary for remounts and for sustenance to the command. All public stores and works will be destroyed. After completing the destruction of this road, if it be possible, you will strike for the Georgia road, east of Atlanta, and do all damage possible there. The movements of the command, however, must be governed by circumstances, and will be left in the discretion of Colonel Spencer. The line of escape will probably be by Pensacola. By order of Major-General Hurlbut: HENRY BINMORE, Assistant Adjutant-General. HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS Memphis, Tenn., October 6, 1863. Brig. Gen. J. C. VEATCH, Commanding Fifth Division, lUiemphis, Tenn. GENERAL: The enemys cavalry in three columns have attempted the passage of the Coldwater to-day. Two have been beaten back, the third is moving on La Grange or Moscow, or perhaps La Fayette. McCrillis, with his brigade of cavalry, re-enforced by the Seventh Illinois, is on their trail. A brigade of Shermans infantry is now going on the cars to Moscow. Let the troops on the out lines be under arms by 4 a. m. to-morrow. Let Fullers brigade be in readiness to march at half an hours notice, with three days rations in the haversacks. Let the two regiments in the fort be ready to relieve them at any time after sunrise to-morrow if necessary. Picket line to be inspected by 3 a. m. to-morrow morning. Your obedient servant, S. A. HURLBUT, Major- General Page 120 120 ~ SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CnAr. XLII HDQRS. SECOND DIVISION, SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, La Grange, Tenn., October 6, 1863. COMMANDING OFFICER, Seventh Iowa Infantry: You will have your command ready to move at a moments notice~ supplied with three days rations, and 40 rounds ammunition. By order of Brig. Gen. T. W. Sweeny, commanding: LOUIS H. EVERTS, Gaptain and Assistant Adjutant- General. LA GRANGE, October 6, 1863. COMMANDING OFFICER, Second Brigade: Instruct your outposts to fall back on you or the nearest consider- able force in case of an attack which they cannot repel. Keep open communication with Corinth and Sanlsbury by courier passing them every hour if necessary. Keep these headquarters well informed of all movements. By order of Brig. Gen. T. W. Sweeny, commanding: L. H. EVERTS, Assistant Adjutant- General. LA GRANGE, October 6, 186& Col. AUGUST MERSY Commanding bificer: Colonel Hurst reports the enemy moving to the east of us. He thinks they will strike the road between here and Pocahontas to- night. Be watchful. T. W. SWEENY, Brigadier-General. LA GRANGE, October 6, 1863. Col. AUGUST MERSY, Command~ng: General Hurlbut reports the enemy to have crossed the Coldwater in three columns, one 2,000 strong moving on Moscow and La Grange, the others to follow. They may strike anywhere. T. W. SWEENY, Brigadier- General. IIDQRS. SECOND DIVISION, SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, La Grange, Tenn., October 6, 1863. Col. L. P. MCCRILLIS, Commanding Second Brigade Cavalry, in the Field: COLONEL You will please inform these headquarters by courier the condition of things at the front, if hard pressed, your where- abouts and the direction in which you are falling back, in order that I may re-enforce you, which I will promptly do with infantry and artillery if necessary. Keep open communication with these head- quarters by courier, sending all important information you ma Page 121 ChAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNIOX. 121 obtain. This will be handed you by Lieutenant Kelly, with an escort of 16 men from my body guard, who also is bearer of a dis- patch from Colonel Hatch. By order of Brig. Gen. T. W. Sweeny, commanding: LOUIS H. EVERTS, Captain and Assistant Adjutant-General. LOCKHARTS MILL, October 6, 186312.30 a. m. Col. E. HATCH: A citizen who came out of Holly Springs at 3 p. m. yesterday says that Chalmers came in there just before he left, with about 2,000 men. Rebel scouts are watching us very closely. The battalion at Lamar and Early Grove joined me here yesterday p. m. I have now about 750 men. I shall send Colonel Hurst immediately with two battalions to Lamar. L. F. MCCRILLIS, Colonel, Commanding. HDQR5. CAVALRY DIVISION, SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPs, Memphis, Thnn., October 6, 18631 p. m. Colonel MCCRILLI5, La Fayette, Tenn.: I am re-enforcing you with the Sixth and Seventh Illinois Cavalry. Mass your forces and fight. EDWARD HATCH, Colonel, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CoRPs, Memphis, Tenn., October 6, 1863. Brig. Gen. E. A. CARR, C~orinth, Miss.: The enemy having moved on Coldwater in three columns, one 2,000 strong is moving toward La Grange, which the others will fol- low. Send all the disposable cavalry down to La Grange, there to unite with Hatch and McCrillis. A brigade of infantry is now about to start for Moscow. Inform Generals Blair and Osterhaus, and if any infantry move on Corinth, you will be ready. Only four pieces of artillery are known to have crossed. S. A. HURLBUT, Major-General. (Copy to General Sweeny, La Grange, Tenn.) HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Memphis, Tenn., October 6, 1863. Brig. Gen. E. A. CARR, Corinth, Miss.: Colonel McCrillis was attacked this morning by Chalmers with artillery at Lockharts Mill, on Coldwater. Has been ordered to be re-enforced by the Seventh Illinois Cavalry. This may be a mai Page 122 122 KY., SW. VA., TEINK, MISS., K ALA., AND K GA. [NAP. XLII. attack on Moscow or La Grange, or may be a feint, main attack to be beyond Grand Junction. If no force appears to threaten the neighborhood of Pocahontas, the cavalry from Corinth should be moved to and in front of La Grange, say about Grand Junction. Hatch will go out on the railroad this afternoon. S. A. HURLBUT, Major- General. CORINTH, October 6, 1863. Major-General HURLBUT: The Third Michigan is out toward pickets. Fifth Ohio due south, having only one regiment of cavalry here. Mersy has heard of the enemy south of Pocahontas, and sent out the Ninth with two pieces of artillery. McCrillis is apt to magnify. E. A. CARR, Brigadier-General. CoRINTH, October 6, 1863. Commanding Officer at each Station: Increase the number of your patrols along the line. Do not spare animals. Send a man every hour if possible, and a party every two or three hours. Make it perfectly secure against small bands. E. A. CARR, Brigadier-General. CORINTH, October 6, 1863. Maj. Gen. W. T. SHERMAN,. Memphis: Does Smiths (Third) brigade come up here to-day? If so, I wish to send them forward to occupy Bnrnsville and protect the important structures between this and that point. FRANK P. BLAIR, JR., Major- General. CORINTH, October 6, 1863. Lient. Col. HENRY FLAD, Glendale, Miss.: I will order a brigade of General Smiths division, which is com- ing from Memphis, to go forward to Burnsville and hold that place. I will also have the road guarded as you desire. General Carr has ordered some of his cavalry beyond Burnsville to picket the road and prevent destruction by the enemy. If Smiths brigade does not come forward to-day, I will have a regiment from the force now at Glen- dale occupy Burnsville. When you have leisure I should like to see you. Show this dispatch to the commanding officer of Smiths divis- ion now at Glendale, and let him hold himself in readiness to send a regiment to Burnsville in case Smiths other brigade fails to come up. FRANK P. BLAIR, JR., Major- General Page 123 CHAP. XLII.] CORflE~PONDm~cE, ETC.UNION. 123 HEADQUARTERS FOURTEENTH ARMY CORPS, INSPECTOR-GENERALS DEPARTMENT Chattanooga, October 6, 1863. Lieutenant-Colonel DUCAT, Asst. Insp. Gen., Department of the Cumberland: COLONEL I have the honor to report that I visited the picket- line early this morning, and found all quiet and in good order. The picket (rebel) in front of General Brannan withdrew their reserves last night, and at 6 a. m. had not advanced them to their former positions. The whistling of cars during the night was heard by the pickets of Generals Negley and Reynolds; also the sound of wagons or ar- tillery moving to their left (our right). The enemy shelled our camp during the night, restilting in no serious damage. My monthly report will be delayed on account of the divisions, no report having been received from them, though urgently requested to have them in as soon as possible. I am, colonel, very respectfully, your obedient servant, J. D. BARKER, Captain, and Actg. Asst. Insp. Gen., 14th Army Corps. HEADQUARTERS PIONEER BRIGADE, October 6, 1863. Brig. Gen. W. F. SMITH, Chief Engineer: GENERAL: I have the honor to report that forty boats are in the bridge. The work will be continued until the bridge is completed to-night, unless the number of boats is found to be insufficient. I have caused trestles to be brought up, which may supply the de- ficiency. I found the landing on the other side good but not cordu- royed. The officer in charge reports that he was persuaded not to impress the wagons. I have given him peremptory orders to finish the work to-morrow. I am, general, very respectfully, your obedient servant, J. ST. C. MORTON, Brigadier-General of Volunteers. SIGNAL STATION, Fort Dunlap, October 6, 1863. Captain MERRILL: A battery of artillery and five wagons have just moved up to the crest of the ridge (Mission Ridge) on the road at the headquarters. Two guns, two caissons, and two wagons have just moved down the same road. The battery which moved up the ridge, after reaching the crest, moved toward our left. Could not see the direction taken by the guns coming down. L. M. DE MOTTE, Lieutenant and Acting Signal Officer Page 124 124 KY., SW. VA., TKNK, MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLIL CHATTANOOGA, TENN., October 6, 1863. Capt. J. MERRILL, Chief Signal Officer: I have to report the following observations made from Fort Wood this afternoon. A regiment of rebel infantry passed by a small white house on crest of Mission Ridge, east of Fort Wood, in direc- tion of Rossville. A carriage, followed by a covered spring-wagon, drove up to same house, stopped for half an hour, turned around, and drove back. I also saw five covered wagons passing up a road apparently leading over ridge in direction 55 degrees east of south. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, W. W. HOPKINS, First Lieutenant and Acting Signal Officer. SIGNAL STATION No. 1, Camerons Bull, October 6, 1863. Captain MERRILL: Rebel battery of five guns, 40 degrees south of east, moving north. HOWGATE. HEADQUARTERS, October 6, 18633 p. m. Lieutenants FORAKER and BERRY: Look closely and i~eport any dust you may see in the northeast and east. MERRILL, Captain and Signal Officer. CRANES HILL, October 6, 18633.30 p. m. Captain MERRILL: I see no dust in front of our left and nothing in the northeast and north. FORAKER. WALDENS RIDGE, October 6, 18634 p. m. Captain MERRILL: Too dark and smoky to make anything out beyond town. See tents same as yesterday. JONES, Acting Signal Officer. OCTOBER 6, 1863. Brigadier-General GARFIELD, Chief of Staff: GENERAL: Officer at Loomis battery reports the shot fired as from the enemys lines on our right. Two large fires are visible in fron Page 125 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 125 of our right; look like buildings burning on the Rossville road. But few rebel camp-fires in view to-night, and these mostly in the flanks. From Cranes Hill (Station No. 2) we have report of no change in rebel camp-fires as seen from there. Respectfully submitted. JESSE MERRILL, Captain and Chief Signal Officer. CIRCULAR.] HDQRS. DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, Tenn., October 6, 1863. The following amended code for signal by rockets for picket sta- tions is prescribed, and will be substituted for that issued on the 23d ultimo: One red rocket, approach of infantry; one white rocket, approach of c~valry; one red followed quickly by one white, approach of ar- tillery; two red in quick succession, approach of mixed force, includ- ing all of the foregoing arms. By command of Major-General Rosecrans: C. GODDARD, Lieutenant-Colonel and Assistant A~jutant-General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 6, 1863. Corps Commanders: Information from the front leads the commanding general to sus- pect that possibly an attempt may be made by the enemy this even- ing to effect a lodgment this side the Chattanooga Creek. He therefore desires an especial watch kept, and that the artillery in position may be ready to open the moment the plan and place of the enemy are discovered. By order of General Rosecrans: WM. F. SMITH, Chief Engineer, Department of the Cumberland. Journal of operations of the Fourteenth Army Corps. OCTOBER 6, 1863. Enemy opened on our lines from ten different guns on Lookout Mountain. Their object evidently was to get range. Not more than three of their pieces were successful in throwing inside of our works. They had one gun situated on Missionary Ridge, which was effective in reaching some of our camps toward the left of the line. It threw 6-inch percussion-shells. Although the firing was kept up throughout the afternoon, little or no damage was done. MOUNTAIN Top, October 6, 1863. Major-General THOMAS: GENERAL: This is a fine point for observation, and also to read signals of thQ enemy. It would b~ uecessary to c~t away abou Page 126 126 KY., SW. VA., TENK., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XL1I. twenty trees, not more, to have a fine view of the enemys line. Can we have a detail of a company to cut away the timber and assist us in erecting a platform? Very respectfully, your obedient servant, WM. A. SEITER, Captain and Acting Signal Officer. GENERAL ORDERS, HDQRS. TWENTIETH ARMY CORPS, No. 32. Chattanooga, Tenn., October 6, 1863. Officers and Soldiers of the Twentieth Army Corps: An order will soon reach you consolidating your gallant regiments and brigades and divisions with the Twenty-first Corps. With that order 1 am relieved from commaud in this army and directed to re- port at Indianapolis, md., there to ap~ear before a court of inquiry. After being relieved from comman , I could ask rio greater favor of the War Department than a thorough investigation of my con- duct during the two memorable days of Chickamauga, for I do not fear the issue. My great regret will be the breaking up of the glorious associations formed after so long service in the Army of the Cumberland and the bidding farewell to the gallant officers and sol- diers of this corps. You will have new corps and division conunanders; to them, as you have at all times to me, yield obedience. Give them additional ~1 eviaences of your discipline, zeal, and patriotism in our great cause, and never lay down your arms until this unholy rebellion is crushed, the Union permanently restored, and a peace secured that will allow you to return to your homes and friends. You have been slandered and maligned by news scribblers, who, unfortunately, in our country, mold the public mind. Official re- ports will do you justice before the world. I return my thanks to every officer and soldier of the corps for his gallantry in action, and his hearty co-operation and devotion to duty. With this I leave you, and my earnest prayer ever shall be that God may prosper you as a corps and as individuals, and ever give you victory when struggling for your nation and glorious flag. A. McD. McCOOK, Miijor-General. HEADQUARTERS TWENTIETH ARMY CORPS, INSPECTOR-GENERALS OFFICE, Lieut. Col. A. C. DUCAT, Chattanooga, Tenn., October 6, 1863. Inspector- General, Department of the Cumberland: COLONEL: I have the honor to forward this letter of advice, with the inspection reports for the month of September, 1863, in accord- ance with instructions from department headquarters. The past month has been an eventful one to this corp~ and army. The first of the month found us crossing the Tennessee; the last, within our fortifications at Chattanooga; and the interval strongly and sternly marked by the most important military operations Page 127 CHAP. XLII.1 CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 12Z August 29, at the first light, the Third Brigade, First Division, crossed the river in pontoons, and covered the establishment of the pontoon bridge at Capertons Ferry, Ala. The three succeeding days were occupied in crossing the Second and the remainder of the First Divisions with their trains. Sept~mbe~ 2 the advance of this corps debouched from Sand Mount- ain into Wills Valley, and moved on Winstons Gap in Lookout Mountain. The Third Division crossed the river at Bridgeport and moved on Trenton, Ga. September 4 the First and Second Divisions and Stanleys cavalry command were concentrated at Winstons Gap, aiid cavalry recon- naissances made down Wills Valley, our Third Division being at Trenton. September 8 General Davis sent to support an intended recon- naissance of Stanley, and the Third and Second Divisions closed up near Longs Spring. September 9 news of evacuation of Chattanooga by the enemy and orders to cut off his retreat southward were received; in accordance with which this corps and Staul Alpine, Ga., over Lookout Mountain. eys cavalry moved on September 11 corps concentrated near Deep Spring at the east side of Lookout Mountain, the cavalry in advance near Alpine, but our trains were parked for safety on the mountain. September 13 in obedience of orders the corps moved, without wagons, to effect a junction with Thomas corps at Stevens Gap, the trains being left with General Lytle, who was temporarily put in command of one brigade of each division detached to protect the trains and our rear. September 16 Third Division camped in Stevens Gap, Second Division on Lookout Mountain, 1~ miles distant, and First Division at the head of Stevens Gap on the mountain. September 17 Second Division took position opposite of and ob- serving Dug Gap, First Division near Baileys Cross-Roads, Third Division at Stevens Gap. September 18 corps closed upon Thomas right, Johnsons divis- ion (Second) holding left of our line, Sheridans division (Third) on the right, Davis division (First) at the center, Thirty-ninth Indiana (mounted infantry) keeping up connection with cavalry command at St evens Gap, Colonel Posts brigade (First Brigade, First Divis- ion) at the head of Stevens Gap, in Lookout Mountain, guarding the trains. During the night of the 18th and the morning of the 19th the whole army closed up on the extreme left to cover our line of com- munication with Chattanooga. Trains present with troops, except ammunition trains, ordered to go to Chattanooga by way of Chatta- nooga Valley road, between Lookout Mountain and Missionary Ridge, our line of march and battle being on the east side of Mis- sionary Ridge. Johnsons and Davis divisions were ordered at an early hour, immediately on their arrival at Crawfish Spring, to move to the left and report to Major-General Thomas. Major-Gen- eral Negley was ordered to report for orders to General McCook. General Woods division held Gordons Mills, and was on Sheridans left. Such was the condition of the Twentieth Corps at the open- ing of the first days battle of the Chickamanga. General Negley was held im~ echelou to owr right reav near Crawfish Spring. At Page 128 128 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. 11.30 a. m. General Woods division was ordered to the left, and Sheridan was thrown rapidly into the gap at Gordons Mills, while Negleys division was closed up on Sheridan, and the Cavalry also moved to the left to a position near Pond Spring. At 4 p. m. General Negley was ordered to support Davis two brigades and Sheridan to move up to the left, leaving only General Lytles bri- gade to hold the position at Gordons Mills. At 4.50 p. m. General MCCook left his headquarters in the field for the day, and reported at department headquarters at Widow Glenns house, General Mitchell having arrived at Crawfish Spring. The right had no fighting this day under General McCook, though all the divisions Composing his corps were engaged. The Fifty-first Illinois captured a stand of the enemys colors for the glory of the Third Division, and Johnsons division captured seven pieces of artillery, losing but one. No other artillery was lost by this corps on this day. The losses in officers and men were, on the contrary, very severe, two brigade commanders being killedColonel Heg, of First Division, Colonel Baldwin, of Second Division, and Colonel Bradley, of Third Division, being very dangerously wounded. During the preceding night and early in the morning of Septem- ber 20, the five brigades acting under Major-General McCooks orders (First and Third Divisions) closed up on the left of the center, where General Woods division was posted, and took commanding positions, Wilders brigade of mounted infantry covering our right flank. At 9 a. m. Davis division was posted on Woods right, and Sheridans division retained its position echeloned to our right rear. At 11 a. m. Woods division was ordered to the support of Brannans division, and Davis was moved to fill up the gap thus made in the line; at the same moment Sheridan was or~dered by written orders from de- partment headquarters to move two brigades to the left to support the center. At this moment, before the gap caused by Woods re- moval could be filled by Davis division, and while Sheridans two brigades were marching by the flank to their destination, which movement neutralized the topographical and military advantages of their position covering our right, the enemy made a furious assault upon the right, and, though repulsed by Davis on his front, were in such numbers as to completely outflank us on both flanks, which, as I have said before, were for the moment unprotected, and drove us back to the road near Widow Glenns house. In vain did Sheridans two brigades, halted in their march and brought to the front, struggle to restore our line, nor did the sole remaining brigade hurled into the fight succeed any better, and thus overwhelmed by a superior force, under every conceivable disadvantage, it was impossible to stay our routed troops in the immediate vicinity of the scene of the disaster. They were afterward collected, and participated in the fight near Rossville later in the day, and camped for the night at Rossville. During this days fight Sheridans division lost, all told, five pieces of artillery, as I am credibly informed, and Sheridans division lost General Lytle, commanding First Brigade, at noon. Johnsons di- vision, on the left, is reported to have held its own, though more than one-third of its number had been lost in the battle. A similar loss in the other two divisions united with this loss, has fearfully reduced this corps in numbers, ~ut in spirit it is as proudly confident in its leader and its own strong arm as the day we crossed the river at Capertons Ferry, five weeks ago Page 129 CHAP. XLII.) CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 129 September 21 was occupied in strengthening our position at Ross- yule, and at a little after midnight the corps was moved into Chat- tanooga Valley, and thence to our camp in front of Chattanooga. From the 22d September until now, this corps has been busy upon its fortifications, and now our front is organized and fortified as follows: Chattanooga Creek, a sluggish, miry stream with steep banks, passable in but three or four places, covers our front, the right of our line resting on the Tennessee River, our left connecting with General Thomas corps. Our corps front is divided into three division frontsSheridan holding the right and Davis the left. Our troops are encamped behind the inner line of works, and one brigade of each division is kept advanced, as a species of advance guard, encamped. The brigade commanders of the advanced brigades are ex officio division officers of the day for their division front, and report at these headquarters every morning at daybreak. One regiment of each advance brigade is posted as skirmishers in the line of works on the bank of Chattanooga Creek, and, where practicable, infantry vedettes are thrown forward, to enable the command thus disposed to be doubly secure. Scouts in the night-time are, in places, pushed out close to the enemys line. The remaining three regiments of the brigade remain in the second line of works as a grand guard, and have with them a section of artillery without caissons. Reports of brigade and division officers of the day, and of brigade and division inspectors, are received at this office daily, and thus both the corps and department commanders are promptly notified of the condition of affairs at the front. Each brigade remains on outpost duty four days at a time, and then rests from its labor for eight days in the inner line, except the work in the trenches. Such is the present military status of the corps. Its wants are numerous, and require prompt attention to avert the manifold evils arising from the hardships, fatigue, and exposure which it has been its lot so fully to bear and so unmurmuringly to endure. These wants appear in the consolidated reports accompany- ing this letter, and speak for themselves. The sanitary condition of the command now present is good, but many sick and broken-down men have been sent back to our hos- pitals north of the Tennessee whenever an opportunity has occurred. Since the battle the medical department has been so much occupied with the wounded that it is impossible to obtain statistics of sickness to forward with this report. The transportation of the corps present with the troops is reduced to narrow limits, and the remainder has been organized by our effi- cient quartermaster, Lieutenant-Colonel Boyd, into three division supply trains of four sections each, on the system explained at length in my letter of advice for July last. Ammunition trains and ambulance trains, under control of these departments, have been and are doing their duty, but in a sphere beyond my official cognizance. In the late battle our loss of transportation was insignificant, and to the best of my informationfor our quartermaster is absent, if not a prisonerwas only two wagons, which were lost by the accidents of the road. I would respectfully call your attention to the complaints made in the letters of advice of brigade inspectors, on the condition of accom. 9 R RvQL XXX, PT I Page 130 130 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CUAP. XLIL. terments, especially of the cartridge-boxes and their magazines. The evil has cen alluded to before in letters of advice. There seems to me to be an easy remedy for this evil, as may be found in section 65, Instructions for making ordnance returns, prepared by the Ord- nance Bureau, Washington, D. C., 1863, in which General Orders, No. 189, War Department, 1862, is embodied. Under this au- thority regimental commanders are authorized to detail a skillful mechanic from their regiments to act as regimental armorer. Tools for such armorers will be furnished upon requisitions approved at army or department headquarters, and by the Chief of Ordnance at Washington. Allow me to suggest that authority should be obtained froni the War Department to make alteratious similar to that exer- cised in General Orders, No. 214, Department of the Cumberland, so that the chief of ordnance for department might take final action on such requisitions. This being done let a general order be issued by General Rosecrans, requiring each regimental commander to appoint an armorer, and I think that the good of the service will be attained at little expense to Government. Orders have been promptly and strictly obeyed throughout the command, and our marches free from that army nuisance, the strag- gler. Discipline of the command reflects credit on both officers and men, and their steady obedience under fire surpasses all that it has ever been my lot to have witnessed. Of ~course during the month of Sep- tember such a thing as drill was impracticable, but their discipline and drill were tested in a fiery furnace, and what further proof is necessary to pronounce a verdict from? I take pleasure, colonel, upon the present occasion, to call your at- tention to the various brigade and division inspectors whose zeal and ability have more than seconded the plans and work of the inspect- ors department at corps headquarters, and trust that they may still be found each at his post for the prosecution of the good work, for the harvest already garnered authorizes the assertion in General Orders, No. 99, that inspectors are friends alike of the general in council and the soldier at the bivouac. Acknowledging the friendly assistance of the other corps and (lepartment inspectors, I have the honor to be, colonel, very respect- fully, your obedient servant, HORACE N. FISHER, Lieit tenant- Colonel and Assistant Inspector- General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 6, 1863. Major-General SHERIDAN~ Conidg. Third Division, Twentieth Army Corps: GENERAL: The general commanding wishes to know if you can- not find out whether the rebels are taking their artillery off or bring- ing it nearer. Have you no men wbo will undertake to crawl up and ascertain? Respectfully, your obedient servant, R. S. THOMS, C~aptain, Aide-de-G~amp Page 131 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 131 [Indorsemeut.] Respectfully referred to Col. F. T. Sherman, to comply with the generals request if possible. It is very important. The request is made from your note, which I forwarded to him. P. H. SHERIDAN, Major- General. Make frequent reports of what is transpiring. P.H.S. HDQRs. THIRD DIvISIoN, TWENTIETH ARMY CORPS, Chattanooga, October 6, 18638 p. m. Brig. Gen. J. A. GARFIELD, Chief of Staff, Department of the Cumberland: GENERAL: I have the honor to inclose herewith copy of a note just received from Colonel Sherman, commanding my advanced brigade. I am inclined to place full confidence in the report from indications which I myself saw this evening. I saw artillery horses going up the mountain, and saw one piece of artillery taken down about 5 oclock this afternoon. I am, sir, very respectfully, your obedient servant, P. H. SHERIDAN, Major- General, ~Jommanding. [Inclosure.] IIDQRs. FIRST BRIG., THIRD DIv., 20TH ARMY CORPS, October 6, 1863. Maj. Gen. P. H. SHERIDAN, Commanding Third Division: GENERAL: I am informed and have no doubt that the enemy are taking their artillery from the mountain. One of the sergeants on the extreme outpost counted six pieces taken down before dark. There is a great deal of noise made in hallooing, chopping, and pounding. They are still at work bringing down the guns, and there can be distinctly heard the peculiar chuck of the wheels on the axle of the gun carriages. I have set a strict watch on their movements, and will report at once anything new that may happen in our front. Respectfully, F. T. SHERMAN, 6~olonel, Commanding. The above is confirmed by one of my staff, who was on the line and just came in. FORT DUNLAP, October 6, 18631 p. m. Brigadier-General Woo~, ~1omdg. First Division, Twenty-first Army C~orps: GENERAL: A battery of artillery has just moved up to the head- quarters. Two guns and two caissons came down the same road as soon as the battery going up arrived at the crest. The battery goin Page 132 132 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [cHAP. XLIL up was accompanied by five wagons, and that coming down by two. I could not see which direction the battery that came down moved, but the o!ie which went up, after reaching the crest, moved toward our left. Respectfully, L. M. DE MOTTE, Lieutenant and Acting Signal Officer. FORT DUNLAP, October 6, 1863. Brigadier-General WooD, Comdg. First Division, Twenty-first Army Corps: GENERAL: A column of infantry are moving on the crest of the ridge at unpainted house east of this fort. The column moved from our right, and is now halted at the house, the men standing in line. Just to the right of the house squads of infantry are moving about. At the foot of the ridge, just below the headquarters, a heavy smoke is rising. At all other points, as well as I am able to judge for the fog and smoke, there has been no change in the appearance of the enemy. Respectfully, LUTHER M. DE MOTTE, Lieutenant and Acting Signal Officer. BRIDGEPORT, October 6, 1863. Captain WISEMAN, Assistant Adjutant-General: Colonel Tillson is ordered by General Rosecrans to camp with brigade where train was attacked, to intrench his camp, & c. All the brigade is with him except Sixteenth Illinois and battery; have sent camp equipage and ten days rations. Two companies of Tenth Michigan below were sent with regiment; two companies of Stokes cavalry are there; will send copy of General Rosecrans order by courier. R. F. SMITH, Colonel, Commanding. HDQRS. THIRD BRIG., THIRD DIv., RESERVE CORPS, Sale C~reelc, Tenn., October 6, 1863i p. m. Brig. Gen. J. A. GARFIELD, Chief of Staff, Department of the C~nmberland: GENERAL: All is quiet here to-day. No news from the enemy, who crossed in the direction of McMinnville. No enemy known of in force near to the south side of Tennessee River. On yesterday morning I sent out as a scouting party Captain Herriott, of Third Indiana Cavalry, with 35 men, with orders to scout the country from the foot of the mountain to the Tennessee River, going as far up as Washington and Cotton Port. Captain Herriott retnrned aV 11 oclock p. in,, ~nd reports tb~t no rebel force was see Page 133 CHAP. XLIII CORRESPONT)FXCIP, FTC.UNION. 133 nor were any heard of on either side of the river; that the informa- tion he derived from Union citizens was that none had crossed the river since Wheelers force on the 2d. Reliable information is received by me that the river has risen to such extent that it is believed it cannot be forded at this time at any point near here. I am, general, very respectfully, your obedient servant, JAMES G. SPEARS, Brigadier- General, Commanding. P. S.Since writing the above I have understood the rebels have made their appearance at Blythes Ferry in some force. There is said to be a great deal of corn now in Jallys Island, near Blythes Ferry. J.G.S. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 6, 18639 p. m. Col. DANIEL McCooK: Both yesterday and to-day artillery firing has been heard on the southern slope of Missionary Ridge, in the direction of Rossville. We are at quite a loss to know what the cause of it may be. The general commanding directs you to take all the means in your power to ascertain whether there is any movement in that direction. Do you hear anything from Burnside? Give us any news or rumors you may hear from up the river or from the other side. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, J. A. GARFIELD, Brigadier-General and Chief of Staff. DUCK RIVER, October 6, 186310.30 p. m. Major-General GRANGER: Your dispatch received at 4 p. in.; arrived here at dusk. Rebels attacked Murfreesborough this morning; think they were repulsed; came down Shelbyville pike, and report is they gobbled my company at Christiana. Main force went to Shelbyville. Colonel Galbraith evacuated the place pursuant to order, and their force he estimates at 2,500. We intend to hold this place. J. P. BAIRD, Colonel, Commanding. WASHINGTON, October 6, 186310.12 a. in. Brig. Gen. R. S. GRANGER, Nashville, Tenn.: You will communicate directly with General Boyle in reference to his assisting you. H. W. HALLECK, General-in-Chief Page 134 134 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, Teun., October 6, 1863. Col. L. D. WATKINS: The general commanding directs that, inasmuch as the greater portion of the Second Michigan and Fifth Kentucky Cavalry have gone in pursuit of Wheeler, you send another battalion to strengthen the patrol along the river now guarded by Second Battalion, Fourth Michigan Cavalry. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, D. G. SWAIM, Captain and Assistant Adjutant-General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 6, 1863. Capt. B. P. WELLS, Comdg. Second Battalion, Second llfichigan Cavalry: The general commanding directs that you patrol the river bank up to Kelleys Ferry and station a small guard at that point. Colonel Watkins has been directed to send you another battalion for this rrPose. You are directed to obey any orders from Colonel Wat- Conceal your men well. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, D. G. SWAIM, Captain and Assistant A~jntant-General. HDQRS. 2D BATTALION, 2D MICHIGAN CAVALRY, Rankins Ferry, October 6, 1863. Maj. W. H. SINCLAIR, Assistant Adjutant- General: MAJOR: Ii have the honor to report everything here all quiet, and as reported yesterday. Pickets of the enemy seen daily on the op- posite side. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, B. P. WELLS, C~aptain Second ]Ifichigan Cavalry, Commanding Battalion. STEVENSON, October 6, 186310 a. m. Brigadier-General GARFIELD, Chief of Staff, Chattanooga: GENERAL: Telegram from Tullahoma, from Colonel Coburn, this morning informs me that the commands at Shelbyville and War- trace have been driven in by the rebel raiders, and are now on Duck Creek. He reports that General Wheelers entire force is in that district, with twelve to twenty-four pieces of artillery. He writes as if in a state of excitement as well as the troops about him. The senior officers of the Twelfth Corps appear to have been severed from their commands by the raiders, and accordingly I have dispatched General Butterfield to assume command of all the troops in tha Page 135 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.tTNIoN. 1 35 vicinity, where he will remain until our communication~are restored. With the means at his disposal, and his great energy of character, I apprehend no great delay in opening our communications. All of the infantry and two batteries of the Eleventh Corps are ~it Bridgeport. As at present advised, bnt one pontoon bridge will be thrown across the river at that point. All the wagons at the post are employed accumulating forage, and on the arrival of the two hundred to which you refer, they will join them. All the cavalry are out this morning, in search for corn-fields. Until further orders I have directed the post commissary to issue but two4hirds rations. JOSEPH HOOKER, ]Jli~jor- General, Commanding. [OCTOBER 6, 1863.For Hooker to Butterfield, assigning the latter to command of the Twelfth Corps, & c., see Part II, p. 714.] Brigadier-General GARFIELD, October 6, 18634 p. m. Chief of Staff, Chattanooga: Major-General Butterfield telegraphs me from Tullahoina this afternoon that the rebels burned Shelbyville last night, and that they are now there. The damage done the railroad not yet known. I cannot learn that they have been in the vicinity of any of the bridges. They appear to have crossed the road. The cavalry within my reach, in condition or number, do not warrant me in dispatch- ing them to Huntsville, where I should expect to run against them. JOSEPH HOOKER, ]lfajor- General, C~ommanding. STEVENSON, October 6, 180310 a. m. Major-General BUTTERFIELD, Cowan. I have no sufficient cavalry force to send to Athens, or even to Huntsville, should the force you speak of be moving in that direc- tion. JOSEPH HOOKER, M~jor- General, Commanding. STEVENSON, October 6, 18637 p. m. Major-General BUTTERFIELD, DncA~ Creek: Dispatch of 5.30 received. I can scarcely retain the chagrin and mortification I feel at what you write me of the abandonment of Wartrace and the burning of the bridge. It does not appear that a gun was fired in defense of either. Women would not act so badly. I hope that you will learn all the particulars, that the guilty may be brought to punishment. There ought to be infantry enough on th Page 136 136 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLL1. road to cut up the rebel cavalry. For Gods sake have the bridge repaired as speedily as possible. If you have an opportunity, tele- graph Granger and ask if he gave such orders. JOSEPH HOOKER. Major- General, Commanding. STEVENSON, October 6, 18638.30 p. m. Major-General BUTTERFIELD: In the country in which you are operating I should think that four guns would be as many as could be used to advantage. If infantry can hold the work at Tullahoma, which they ought to do from my recollection of it, I would take the guns there if of use to you. JOSEPH HOOKER, Major- General, Gommanding. DUCK RIVER BRIDGE, [October 6, 1863.] Major-General BUTTERFIELD: No news except this. A man came through to-day from Murfrees- borough, and says three small bridges and a mile of track are all that are destroyed. A number of bridges, & c., are left. The rebels seem to have struck the road at both ends. No rebel force this side of Murfreesborough. A large Union force in Murfreesborongh. Mechanics at work on the Stones River bridge, a mile this side of Murfreesborough. The Engineers and Mechanics now are beginning work on the bridge near Wartrace. No rebels, but 6 east of us seen to-day. Scouts in and found none. Yours, very respectfully, ~-. COBURN, Colonel. DUCK RIVER, October 6, 1863. General BUTTERFIELD: The Fifth Iowa Cavalry, the Seventh and Sixty-sixth Ohio, are moving on Wartrace. Our scouts are out and have not returned. J. COBURN, Colonel, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS ELEVENTH AND TWELFTH CORPS, Stevenson, Ala., October 6, 1863. (Received 4 p. in., 7th.) Major-General SLOCUM, Or Senior Officer Twelfth c~orps, at Murfreesborough: GENERAL: The telegraph and railroad on the line of communica- tions being interrupted, directions have been given to Major-General Butterfield to assume command of the forces of the Twelfth Corps on this side of the interruption, and with them to push forward and open communication with you Page 137 CHAP. XLII.] C0i~1WSP0NDENCE, I~TC.UxI0N. 137 Upon the receipt of this order, if such measures have not already been taken, you will, after leaving a garrison at Murfreesborough, take all the available forces at hand, and on the road, after leaving a sufficient force to protect the bridges, & c., and push forward on the line of the railroad, attacking and dispersing the enemy wher- ever you find them. It is of vital importance that the line should be opened without delay. Your infantry have nothing to fear from the cavalry, if they are outnumbered, by taking shelter in woods and houses, behind trees, and using their ammunition deliberately and carefully. Great pains must be taken to prevent any waste of ammunition, or any careless or useless firing at long ranges. Husband your supplies of all sorts, and push forward with vigor and earnestness. If opportunity should offer for communication by returning this messenger, do so. Bring with you repairers for the telegraph-line and an operator. Cause the operators between you and Nashville to be awake and vigilant, that you may know of what is passing, and keep General Granger and the commanding officers in your rear advised of your success and the enemys movements. By using the trains you may be able to push forward your column more rapidly. Very respectfully, JOSEPH HOOKER, ilfajor- General, Commanding. General D. BUTTERFIELD, NASHVILLE, October 6, 1863. Chief of Staff, Stevenson: Unless otherwise ordered, I shall withdraw my troops from Mur- freesborough and take up the line from Wartrace to Tantalon, as directed. If I am to protect the road this side of Wartrace, please telegraph at once. All my infantryhave two brigadesat Mur- fr3esborough. H. W. SLOCUM, ]lliajor-General. LOUISvILLE, October 6, 1863. Major-General SLocuM: Shall we forward artillery and supplies as fast as they arrive? If so, please have all cars unloaded promptly and returned. We must have bulk of equipments at this end. If there is the slightest dan- ger of the line being disturbed, would it not be better to strengthen the guards along the route between this and Nashville at all assail- able points? The enemy certainly intend to destroy your communi- cations if it be possible. Please answer. THOMAS A. SCOTT, C~otonel and Aide-de-C~amp. NASHVILLE, October [6?], 1863. General J. W. GEARY: You will furnish all details required for work upon the railroad or telegraph. Keep your command at Murfreesborough, excep Page 138 138 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. these details, until further orders. Have all our artillery taken off the cars, and release every train and engine. Try to ascertain why the telegraph-line has not been repaired. H. ~. SLOCUM, Major- General. TULLALIOMA, October 6, 1863. Major-General BUTTERFIELD: The Twentieth Connecticut is here on top of the box-cars and among the artillery in the platform-cars. What are the orders now? SAMUEL ROSS, C~olonel Twentieth C~onnecticat. [Indorsement.] DUCK RIVER, October 6, 18637.25 p. m. Colonel Ross, Tullahoma: Come on to Normandy, and disembark with the artillery and march with it. DANL. BUTTERFIELD, Major- General. CowAN, October 6, 1863. General BUTTERFIELD: My regiment is coming in this train with the artillery. The One hundred and second Ohio and Third Maryland Regiments were sent in the other train, and all it could carry. SAMUEL ROSS, Twentieth Connecticut Volunteers. GARRISONS FORK, October 6, 18638.30 a. m. Major-General BUTTERFIELD: GENERAL: The troops sent forward during the night have crossed the fork and are now getting breakfast at Wartrace. I have my command on this side of the burned bridge in a wood. There is a road leading to Shelbyville from this point, distance 5 miles. Shall I hold them here until you come forward, or shall I cross to War- trace? I am getting the wire in operation as fast as possible. Will telegraph as soon as up. ~ F. KNIPE, Brigadier- General of Volunteers. TULLAHOMA, October 6, 1863. General BUTTERFIELD: All of the First Brigade is at Tullahoma; also the command from Ruger, namely, Second Massachusetts and Thirteenth New Jersey, of the Third Brigade. ~ F. KNIPE Brigadier- General, Commanding Page 139 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC. UNION. 139 TULLAHOMA, October 6, 1863. General BUTTERFIELD: The conductor says he Cant haul another car besides the fourteen he has on his train now. Had I not better come on with the train, and send back for the regiments lying here? JOS. F. KNIPE, Brigadier-General. TULLAHOMA, October 6, 18639.30 p. m. General BUTTERFIELD: I brought the Forty-sixth Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteers, part of Fifth Connecticut Volunteers, and One hundred and forty- fifth New York on the train of fourteen cars. The order to have my command at Tullaboma at 6 p. m. could not obey, simply because I had no trains to put them in. The total number of the above regi- ments is about 950. JOS. F. KNIPE, Brigadier-General. TULLAHOMA, October 6, 1863. General BUTTERFIELD: Your dispatch to move and eng ge enemy at daylight received. JOS. F. KNIPE, Brigadier-General. TULLAHOMA, October 6, 1863. General BUTTERFIELD: General Ruger is at Decherd with four regiments of the Third Brigade waiting transportation. JOS. F. KNIPE, Brigadier-General. DUCK RIVER BRIDGE, October 6, 1863. (Received 3.15 p. in.) Major-General BUTTERFIELD: GENERAL: I will await orders at or beyond Wartrace. I have got but one days rations. Scouts not in. Rebels reported at Shel- byville. Two regiments cavalry. E. POWELL, Lient. Gol. Simty-sixth Ohio Vol. Infly., Gomdg. Detachment. DECHERD, October 6, 1863. Major-General BUTTERFIELD: I have the honor to acknowledge receipt of telegraph order to proceed to near Garrisons Fork. Very respectfully, THOS. H. RUGER, Brigadier-General Page 140 140 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. DECHERD, October 6, 1863. Major-General BUTTERFIELD: I have the honor to acknowledge the receipt of dispatch. I will be ready. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, THOS. H. RUGER, Brigadier- General. DUCK RIVER BRIDGE, October 6, 1863. General BUTTERFIELD: It is but rumor unconfirmed as to burning of Shelbyville. Scouts are not in. Cannot say where rebels are going. Were in Shelby- yule at noon. Had pickets out a mile. Some say two regiments. All is vague. COBURN, Colonel. ELK RIVER, October 6, 1863. Major-General BUTTERFIELD: Plates, cross-pieces, corble ties, and stringers are already pre- pared. I am well acquainted with country and know where I can cut the posts; the battery is my armament, and ought to go with me. I have once built this bridge, but the plan and bili of timber is in Nashville. The train has passed here. K. A. HUNTON, Lientenant-Golonel, Commanding Engineer Corps. ELK RIVER, October 6, 1863. Major-General BUTTERFIELD: Shall I send two companies of my regiment with the engineers? Colonel Hunton desires it. He will in that case leave his battery here. The battery is essential to the defense of this post. We shall then have about 700 men here. CHAS. R. THOMPSON, Colonel First U. S. Colored Troops. [Indorsement.] Answeryes. BUTTERFIELD. TULLAHOMA, October 6, 1863. Major-General BUTTERFIELD: I have two 3-inch rifles and one 12-pounder Napoleon, with horses for four guns. JAMES M. HENDERSON, Lientenant-Colonel Thirty-third Indtana Page 141 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 141 [Indorsement.] Lieutenant-Colonel HENDERSON, Thirty-third Indiana: Get your artillery ready to march, if required, at short notice to join us, with ammunition and everything in shape. It may not be required, but have it readyforage and rations for three days. DANL. BUTTERFIELD, ]Jliajor- General. Major-General HOWARD, STEVENSON, October 6, 18632 a. m. Bridgeport: Have four guns ready to move up here at daylight to take the place of four pieces here in redoubt. To come by rail with ammu- nition-chests only, in addition to pieces, with that portion necessary to move it to the redoubt from the train. DANL. BUTTERFIELD, Major- General, Chief of Staff. STEVENSON, October 6, 18636.30 a. m. Major-General HOWARD, Bridgeport: Major-General Hooker desires to know whether your horses have arrived, so that you can march either of your batteries. JAMES D. FESSENDEN, Colonel and Aide-de-Camp. STEVENSON, October 6, 18638.25 a. m. Major-General HOWARD, Bridgeport: Send the battery to this place as soon as possible; they must march; no train can be furnished. Make but one pontoon bridge across the river at present, and for that select the best crossing. We must not rely on our trestles; therefore use the pontoons instead. Let all the pontoons not required for one bridge be collected together and put in condition for imluediate use. Please see that all the lumber used in the trestle bridge is preserved. JOSEPH HOOKER, Major- General, C~ommanding. WAR DEPARTMENT, Washington City, October 6, 18638 p. m. Brig. Gen. M. C. MEIGS, Quartermaster- General, Nashville or ~hattanooga: You will please make a careful examination into the conduct of colonel Tunes, superintendent of rt~ilro~d transportation, since h Page 142 142 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [cHAP. XLII. entered upon thaf duty, and report to this Department. His con- tracts an d arrangements in violation of the transportation of private property, and in reference to Adams and other express companies, require special examination. A copy of a telegram to Colonel Innes is hereunto annexed. EDWIN M. STANTON, Secretary of War. Send copy of telegram to Colonel Innes. [Inclosure.] WAR DEPARTMENT, Washington City, October 6, 18638 p. m. Colonel INNES, Jliijilitary Supt. of Railroads, Louisville and Nashville: Complaints have reached this Department that you have made contracts and arrangements for the transportation of private prop- erty, and have otherwise irregularly and improperly conducted [yourself] as superintendent of transportation. It is the design of this Department to have your coiiduct investigated and afford you an opportunity of explanation. In the mean time you will confine yourself strictly to your duties in relation to military transportation, and abstain from improper interference with any pi~ivate rights, and from any contracts or arrangements for private transportation. The Quartermaster-General, Meigs, is now in the Department of the Cum- berland, at Nashville or Chattanooga. You are ordered to make full report to him of all the contracts or arrangements for transportation on the railroads in your charge since you were appointed superin- tendent, and to obey such orders and instructions as he may give you. You will acknowledge the receipt of this telegram. EDWIN M. STANTON, Secretary of War. LOUISVILLE, Ky., October 6, 1863. (Received 12.20 p. in.) Hon. E. M. STANTON, Secretary of War: Does the President authorize Col. T.A. Scott to have the gauge of the Louisville and Frankfort and Louisville and Lexington Railroads changed, and will he sanction Colonel Scotts recommendation for the Government paying the expense of changing the rolling-stock and machinery to suit changed gange? The companies desire to co- operate in whatever is determined upon. An iinniediate reply is asked, as every days delay is important. EDWD D. HOBBS, President L. and F. and L. and L. Railroads. WAR DEPARTMENT, October 6, 18633.25 p. in. EDWARD D. HOBBS, Esq., Louisville, Ky.: The President has authorized Col. Thomas A. Scott to have the gauge of the Louisville and Frankfort and Louisville and Lexington Railroads changed. He also sanctions Colonel Scotts recominend Page 143 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNJON. 143 tion for the Government to pay the expense of changing the rolling- stock and machinery to suit the changed gauge. Colonel Scott has fnll powers to do what he deems necessary for the service, subject, however, to approval by this Department. You and the companies you represent will please accept thanks of the Department for your co-operation. EDWIN M. STANTON, Secretary of War. KNOXVILLE, TENN., October 6, 1863. (Received 10.15 p. in.) Hon. E. M. STANTON: I am satisfied that 10,000 general-service troops and 5,000 home gnards can be raised in this part of the State. Captain Harris, chief ordnance officer, has made reqnisition for 10,000 additional arms, which I hope will be promptly forwarded. The home gnards will be nsed to defend the monntain passes and against small raids. The regular recruits already amonnt to about 3,000. A. E. BURNSIDE, Major-General. MUNFORDvILLE, Ky., October 6, 1863. Brigadier-General BOYLE: Dispatch just received froni Cave City says Major Martin and a few of his men are this side of Glasgow watching rebels. Thirty- third Kentucky Regiment, under Colonel Lauck, are on their way to Cave City to protect stores at this point. I have also given notice ~o Captain Hare, Captain Bowland, and Colonel McManomy to look out for small bands on the line of railroad north of this place. I have sent small force to Bacon Creek bridge as re-enforcement. Colonel Spaulding should move with his force to Glasgow or Cave City, and watch and attack the rebels. E. H. HOBSON, Brigadier-General. MUNFORDVJLLE, Ky., October 6, 1863. General BOYLE: Order Colonel Spaulding to move his force in direction of Cave City or Glasgow. Rebels reported in Glasgow this morning. I am send- ing all the available force I can spare to Cave City to protect Gov- ernment property. Major Martin is between Cave City and Glas- gow. Rebel force not known. I will use~ every effort to prevent damage to railroad. We have had no communication with Major Martin until this morning. E. H. HOBSON, Brigadier- General Page 144 144 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. MUNFORDVILLE, Kr., October 6, 1863. Capt. A. C. SEMPLE, Assistant Adjutant- General, Louisville: Information from Cave City says rebels have left Glasgow; gone toward Burkesville. Have not learned what number of Martins men were captured. Rebels took private deposits from bank. No other damage done. If Colonel Spaulding has not moved it will be well to send him through Columbia if he is mounted. E. H. HOBSON, Brigadier- General, Commanding. MUNFORDYILLE, October 6, 1863. Capt. A. C. SEMPLE, Assistant Adjutant-General, Louisville: Dispatch from Glasgow to Colonel Lauck from Major Martin says rebel Colonel Hughs cal)tured 100 of his men, burned his commissary building, and carried off much private property. Major Martin intends pursuing Hughs to-night with 60 men. Will Major Martin and Colonel Spaulding be ordered to report to me for orders? E. H. HOBSON, Brigadier- General, Commanding. MUNFORDvILLE, Ky., October 6, 1863. Captain SEMPLE, Assistant Adjutant-General, Louisville: I will endeavor to protect the railroad with the limited force under my command. Has Colonel Spauldings command been ordered as requested? E. H. HOBSON, Brigadier- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS SOUTHERN CENTRAL KENTUCKY, Hunfordville, October 6, 1863. Captain HARE: Look out for rebels. It is reported that rebels are in Glasgow. It is also reported that 25 or 30 rebels were on the upper pike last night. Take care of the railroad bridge. Respectfully, E. H. HOBSON, Brigadier-General, Commanding. MUNFOEDVILLE, KY., October 6, 1863. Captain BOWLAND, Muldraughs Hill: Rebels at Glasgow this morning. Do not know their exact num- ber. Watch out for small bands. Give notice to detachment under your command, E. H. HOBSON, Brigadier-General, c~ommandin~ Page 145 Caip. XLII.] 14~ CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. MUNFORDYILLE, Ky., October 6, 1863. Colonel MOMANOMY, New Thaven: Look out for rebels on your line of railroad. Give notice to your detachment of rebel raid on railroad. They were at Glasgow this morning. E. H. HOBSON, Brigadier- General, Commanding. MUNFORDYILLE, October 6, 1863. Lieut. W. F. GORIN, Cave City: I am sending re-enforcements to Cave City. Major Martin had best fall back to that point, if he cannot resist the rebels and hold them in check. E. H. HOBSON, Brigadier-General. MUNFORDYILLE, Ky., October 6, 1863. Colonel LAUCK, Cave City: I requested General Boyle to send Colonel Spaulding to Glasgow via Columbia. He informs me that he has complied with my re- quest. It will not be necessary to move the stores from Glasgow. Let Captain Beck remain at Glasgow and in that vicinity until Spaulding arrives. Lieutenant Gorin can remain at Cave City. I will give you orders in the morning. E. H. HOBSON, Brigadier-General, Commanding. MUNFORDVILLE, Ky., October 6, 1863. Colonel LAUCK, Cave City: Direct your mounted infantry to go on to Glasgow and ascertain the true state of affairs; number of men captured by rebels. Have you heard from Major Martin? Is he safe, and how many of his command? Answer. E. H. HOBSON, Brigadier-General, Commanding. WAR DEPARTMENT, Colonel STAGER, Washington City, October 7, 18637.45 p. m. Cleveland, Ohio: You will immediately rebuild the telegraph line from Memphis to Cairo. EDWIN M. STANTON. 10 R RVOL XXX, PT i Page 146 146 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. WASHINGT6N, D. C., October 7, 18631.30 p. m. Col. ANSON STAGER, New York: Apply for military escort to General Sherman or General Huribut, at Memphis. H. W. HALLECK, General-in-Chief. WASHINGTON, October 7, 18633.50 p. m. Major-General SHERMAN, Miemphis, Tenn.: The President has read your letter,* and desires to publish it, but without using your name. Can I give him your permission? I sympathize with your affliction. H. W. HALLECK, General-in-Chief. CORINTH, Miss., October 7, 1863. Maj. Gen. W. T. SHERMAN, Memphis: The Third Michigan Cavalry this morning reported a fight near Tupelo. Report having defeated the rear guard of the enemy, and all have gone in the direction of Okolona under Ferguson. It is reported from Booneville that Heaths cavalry were having a fight near Guntown. General J. E. Smiths division is at Glendale to- night. I have ordered him to occupy Burnsville with Matthies bri- gade to-morrow morning, and to push forward the repairs of the rail- road as far as Bear Creek and protect the workmen. I have also given him instructions to ascertain about the fords at Eastport and beyond. Osterhaus men have an excellent camp, and are in good condition. Forage is very short here, and we are losing many valuable horses for want of hay. When will my old division come up? FRANK P. BLAIR, JR., Major- General. CIRCULAR.] HDQRs. 1ST BRIG., 2D Div., 16TH ARMY CORPS, La Grange, Tenn., October 7, 1863. I. The troops of this command will sleep on their arms. In case of any firing on the picket lines will fall in immediately. The troops will be in line at daylight. II. The batteries will be prepared to hitch up during the night at a moments notice, and at daylight be ready to move if necessary. By order of E. W. Rice, colonel commanding: D.T. BOWLER, Acting Assistant Adjutant-General. Part III, p. 694 Page 147 CHAP. XLII.] 147 CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.TJNION. LA GRANGE, October 7, 1863, Colonel MERSY, Gommanding & cond Brigade: The rebels were moving east froni Hudsonville at last accounts. Colonel Hurst has not been farther south than Coldwater lately. The cavalry is out watching their movements. Will inform you if any- thing occurs. Do not send your scouts too far south at present. T. W. SWEENY, Brigadier- General, commanding. LA GRANGE, October 7, 1863. Major-General HURLEUT: The enemy is reported south of here near Davis Mills, having passed through Salem. I have a brigade of cavalry swinging in their rear. I am also hourly expecting the Seventh Kansas and Sixth Illi- nois Cavalry here, if the report is true, and General Sweeny believes it. Ii think they still mean Moscow or La Fayette, and would urgently suggest that a brigade be moved out to-night to cover these points, as the one which was there last night moved forward this morning. General Lee commands. EDWARD HATCH, colonel, Commanding cavalry Division. HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, ]Jiliemphis, Tenn., October 7, 1863. Col. E. HATCH, La Grange, Tenn.: If the enemy are in force at Davis Mills they will probably cross Wolf River there and move by Grand Junction on the flank and rear of La Grange. I doubt their moving toward Moscow from that point. They may come in on the Ripley road north of Wolf from the direction of Davis Mills, but that road is difficult and easily defended. I have applied to Shernian for a brigade to move before daylight to Moscow, and thence to support La Grange if attacked. In any event the concentration of your cavalry should be completed as early as possible. Confer freely with General Sweeny, and ascertain if the rumor of their being at Davis Mills is true. S. A. HURLBUT, Major- General. LA GRANGE, October 7, 1863. Maj. Gen. S. A. HURLEUT: From information obtained from prisoners I learn the strength of the enemy as follows: Chalmers, 1,600; Ruggles, 2,500; Ross and Logan, 3,000; total, 7,100; eight pieces of artillery. My impression is that they intend massing at Ripley. If I can get the Corinth cavalry, I can whip them; the troops I have are moving for them. EDWARD HATCH, colonel, commaimding Cavalry Page 148 148 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLIL Moscow, October 7, 1863. Maj. Gen. S. A. HURLBUT: Patrol from Mount Pleasant just in. Enemy divided his forces 11 miles south of La Grange last night about dark. Main force going east on Salem road. Colonel Hurst captured 1 captain and several other prisoners from rear guard. EDWARD HATCH, Colonel, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CoRPS, Memphis, Tenn., October 7, 1863. Col. EDWARD HATCH, Second Iowa Cay., Comdg. Car. Div., Moscow, Tenn.: The enemy were heard of south of Pocahontas at 10 last night. The Ninth Illinois were sent out. Use your best discretion in fol- lowing with your cavalry, and communicate with General Carr at Corinth. The Corinth cavalry are all out east and south, and con- sequently did not come to La Grange. S. A.. HURLBUT, Major- General. LA GRANGE, October 7, 1863. Colonel BINMORE, Assistant Adjutant-General: Left one regiment of infantry at Moscow and sent the other three on to Corinth. E. HATCH, Colonel, Commanding Cavalry Division. CORINTH, October 7, 1863. Major-General! IITRLBUT~ Memphis: The following contained in a dispatch from General Sherman to General Blair: Tell Carr to preparc e railroad from Corinth toward Jackson; that I will get A. J. Smith to put a p :y on division from Columbus to Jackson, the people to be held pledged for the s~ y of the railroad. The work of the Fifteenth Army Corps and railroad operatioim be on the road east of Corinth. I shall be glad to co-operate, but do not see what troops or artif- icers I have to repair rail road with. I do not think the inhabitants can be held responsible for road when they cannot save themselves from being conscripted. E. A. CARR, Brigadier- General. CORINTH, October 7, 1863. Major-General HURLBUT: Seventh Kansas, 200 strong, started for La Grange at daylight all the cavalry I had, except what was actually on picket. Third Michigan will be in to-day. E. A. CARR, Brigadier-General Page 149 Gaip. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 149 Moscow, October 7, 1863. Major-General SHERMAN: I have relieved my men here. All quiet. JNO. E. SMITH. HEADQUARTERS FIFTEENTH ARMY CORPS, iVliernphis, Tenn., October 7, 1863. List of regiments, batteries, detachments, & c., composing the pres- ent command of Maj. Gen. W. T. Sherman, who have arrived or will arrive at Memphis from Vicksburg, Miss.: First Division, Fifteenth Army Corps, Brig. Gen. P. J. Osterhaus commanding: Twenty-seventh Missouri Infantry, Twenty-ninth Mis- souri Infantry, Thirty-first Missouri Infantry, Thirty-second Missouri Infantry, Thirteenth Illinois Infantry, Seventeenth Missouri Infan- try, Third Missouri Infantry, Twelfth Missouri Infantry, Seventy- sixth Ohio Infantry, Twenty-fifth Iowa Infantry, Thirty-first Iowa Infantry, Twenty-sixth Iowa Infantry, Ninth Iowa Infantry, Fourth Iowa Infantry, and Thirtieth Iowa Infantry. Attached: First Iowa Battery, First Missouri Horse Artillery (one battery), and Fourth Ohio Battery. Second Division, Fifteenth Army Corps, Brig. Gen. Morgan L. Smith commanding: Sixth Missouri Infantry, Eighty-third Indiana Infantry, Eighth Missouri Infantry, Thirteenth U. S. Infantry, One hundred and sixteenth Illinois Infantry, Fifty-fifth Illinois Infantry, Fifty-fourth Ohio Infantry, Fifty-seventh Ohio Infantry, One hun- dred and twenty-seventh Illinois Infantry, Fourth Virginia Infantry, Thirty-seventh Ohio Infantry, Thirtieth Ohio Infantry, and Forty- seventh Ohio Infantry. Attached: Company A, First Illinios Light Artillery; Company B, First Illinois Light Artillery; Company H, First Illinois Light Artillery, and Companies A and B, Sixteenth Illinois (Thielemauns) Cavalry. Fourth Division, Fifteenth Army Corps, Brig. Gen. J. M. Corse commanding: Twenty-sixth Illinois Infantry, Fortieth Illinois In- fantry, Forty-eighth Illinois Infantry, Ninetieth Illinois Infantry, One hundred and third Illinois Infantry, Sixth Iowa infantry, Fif- teenth Michigan Infantry, Twelfth Indiana Infantry, Ninety-seventh Indiana Infantry, Ninety-ninth Indiana Infantry, One hundredth Indiana Infantry, Forty-sixth Ohio Infantry, Seventieth Ohio In- fantry, and Fifty-third Ohio Infantry. Attached: Coumpany F, First Illinois Light Artillery; Company I, First Illinois Light Artillery, and Cogswells battery, Illinois Artil- lery. Second Division, Seventeenth Army Corps, Brig. Gen. John E. Smith commanding: Fifty-ninth Indiana Infantry, Forty-eighth Indiana Infantry, Eighteenth Wisconsin Infantry, Sixty-third Illi- nois Infantry, Fourth Minnesota Infantry, Seventeenth Iowa In- fantry, Tenth Missouri Infantry, Eightieth Ohio Infantry, Fifty- sixth Illinois Infantry, Fifth Iowa Infantry, Twenty-sixth Missouri Infantry, Ninety-third Illinois Infantry, Tenth Iowa Infantry, and Company E, Twenty-fourth Missouri Infantry. Attached: Sixth Wisconsin Battery; Twelfth Wisconsin Battery; Company M, First Missouri Light Artillery, and Company F, Fourth Missouri Cavalry. R. M. SAWYER, Assiste nt Adjutant-General Page 150 150 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MJSS., N. ALA., AM) N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. WAR DEPARTMENT, Washington, D. 0., October 7, 18638.45 a. m. Governor JOHNSON, Nashville, Tenn.: What news have you from Rosecrans army, or in that direction beyond Nashville? A. LINCOLN. NASHVILLE, October 7, 1863. (Received 8.45 p. in.) His Excellency A. LINCOLN, President of the United States: Nothing definite from the front. Our hopes are strong that aIx will come out right. The damage on the railroad is being rapidly repaired. Telegraph wire will be up to-night. Chattanooga must be held. ANDREW JOHNSON, Military Governor. NASHVILLE, TENN., October 7, 18637.20 p. m. (Received 8.40 p. in.) Hon. E. M. STANTON: Arms are much needed to supply the troops that have been rais~. under your orders for the regular service; a so or a number of com- panies of Union Guard which have been organized and are being organized for twelve months, and mustered into the service of the United States. This organization will render great and efficient serv- ice in General Rosecrans rear in putting down guerrillas, guarding the railroads, and in co-operating with the various military posts. Some of the companies are here, organized, ready to enter the serv- ice. The arms are here, but are withheld, without instructions from you to issue. If the instructions are given, I hope they will be ex- plicit to ordnance officers aiA quartermasters to furnish the necessary supplies. ANDREW JOHNSON, Military Governor. SHELBYXTILLE, TENN., October 7, 18637.45 p. m. Major-General BUTTERFIELD: News from the battle-field splendid. About 30 wounded soldiers just brought in. The rebels are completely routed. Several hun- dred reported killed and wounded, with 300 prisoners. ROBT. GALBRAITH, Colonel, & c. NASHVILLE, October 7, 18634.30 p. m. Brigadier-General GARFIELD: As far as I positively know, the damage done thc~ road is the destruction of the south Stones River bridge, four other bridges be Page 151 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 151 tween there and Wartrace, all the water-tanks between Murfrees.. borough and Wartrace, and about 3~ miles of track entirely destroyed. I can get no positive information about Duck River; the reports conflict. I have this morning sent out scouts to ascer- tain positively. Will communicate with you when I get the required information I have stated, and am working day and night to repair the damage, and will strain every nerve to re-open immediately. In the mean time, I am forwarding troops, horses, & c., as fast as they arrive, to Murfreesborough. WM. P. INNES, Colonel. HDQRS. EIGHTEENTH KENTUCKY VOLUNTEER INFANTRY, C~amp on Little Sack (7/reek, October 7, 1863. Brig. Gen. J. S~r. C. MORTON, Commanding Pioneer Brigade. GENERAL: I have to report that the road from Little Suck Creek to Shoal Creek, which is the roughest portion of the road between this point and Chattanooga, is graded. If the weather prove favor- able, three days more work will complete the grade work to Big Suck Creek. An abundant supply of tools is now on hand, and an additional detail of men could be put to work. I am, very respectfully, HUBBARD K. MILWARD, Lieutenant- Colonel, Commanding. [Indorsement.] HEADQUARTERS PIONEER BRIGADE, October 8, 1863. Respectfully forwarded to Brig. Gen. W. F. Smith, chief engineer. J. ST. C. MORTON, Brigadier- General, (71omnianding Brigade. HEADQUARTERS FIRST BATTALION, PIONEER BRIGADE, Camp Goddard, Tenn., October 7, 1863. Lieut. C. V. LAMBERSON. Acting Assistant Adjutant- General: SIR: Agreeably to instructions, I herewith transmit the following report of a reconnaissance for a practicable road on Waldens Ridge Starting at a point three-quarters of a mile below Mrs. Williams house, ascend the mountain, taking the Williams road and follow- ing the trace to where it intersects the Anderson road at James Connors, a distance of 10 miles from Chattanooga; follow the An- derson road 2 miles, then bearing to the left, on what is known as the Grierson or Burnett trace, reaching the Sequatchie Valley, sav- ing a distance of 5 miles. This route can be made a good, practi- cable road in six days, with 500 men. The route running parallel with the Tennessee River, on top of Waldens Ridge, is not practi- cable, owing to the numerous ravines that are impassable, the heads of which are at the bluffs on the Sequatchie Valley side of the ridge. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, CHAS. J. STEWART, C~aptain, commanding First Battalion Pioneer Brigade Page 152 Th2 KY., SW. VA., TENN~, MISS., N. ALA., AND N~ GA. [CHAP. XLII. [Indorsement] HEADQUARTERS PIONEER BRIGADE, October 7, 1863. Respectfully referred to Brigadier-General Smith, chief engineer. J. ST. C. MORTON, Brigadier- General of Volunteers. OCTOBER 7, 1863. Brigadier-General GARFIELD, Chief of Staff: GENERAL: The following rebel messages were sent from Lookout Point, and read: First. Have finished pontoon; there is nothing else. Second. Central works beyond the star fort erecting platforms for heavy guns, and pontoons are completed and in use. Third. Boyds sun is set. Very respectfully, JESSE MERRILL, Captain and Chief Signal Officer. HEADQUARTERS, October 7, 186312.30 p. m. Captain COLE: Do you see any unusual movement of the enemy? Ask Seiter and Foraker. MERRILL, Captain and Signal Officer. CAMERONS HILL, October 7, 186312.55 p. m. Captain MERRILL: All quiet along enemys line. Can see more tents on their right than yesterday. HOWGATE, Acting Signal Qificer. OBSERVATION STATION, Camerons Hill, October 7, 1863---1 p. m. Captain MERRILL; I see less stir among troops in the valley than heretofore, perhaps owing to the clearness of the atmosphere; I see more tents than I saw yesterday. On Mission Ridge I see troops standing in groups, some in line and some few slowly working on fortifications. One hundred and twenty-three degrees, plainly see two guns where three had been reported a few days since. One hundred and twenty-four degrees, troo p s at this point and some farther north; saw about 100 with kna sac s on, arms right shoulder shift, sauntering along from there to the right. Now and then a wagon going in the same dire Page 153 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.-UNIOi~. I ~3 tion disappeared in timber before reaching 124 degrees. ~aw what I took to be two large guns ill the same work from where heavy gun was fired from a few days since, about 152 degrees from Fort Dunlap. SAML BACHTELL, Lieutenant and Acting Signal Officer. SIGNAL CORPS, TWENTIETH ARMY CORPS, Chattanooga. October 7, 186312.20 p. m. Captain MERRILL: CAPTAIN: Can see no change in the enemys position on Mission Ridge this morning. The battery and tents remain in the same places. Lieuteiiant Ellis reports this morning that he noticed the enemy bringing down from the hill yesterday evening near dark what appeared to be a gun and a caisson. Yours, respectfully, B. R. WOOD, JR., Lieutenant and Assistant Signal Officer, in Charge. From Camerons Hill (Station No. 1) we can see more tents on the right of the enemys line than yesterday. No other chaiige. HOWGATE. From Cranes Hill (Station No. 2) I can see nothing unusual along the enemys line. There is no change. FORAKER. CRANES HILL, October 7, 18631.05 p. m. Captain MERRILL: See nothing unusual. FORAKER. FORT DUNLAP, October 7, 1863. ~Japtain LEONARD, Acting Signal Officer, Twenty-first Army Corps: A column of infantry moved along crest of the ridge from our right until they reached unpainted house east of this part, where they halted and remain standing in line. Squads of infantry have been moving just to the right of the house. Just at foot of ridge, below a headquarters; a column of smoke has been rising; also southeast of the part. All other points appear as usual. L. M. DE MOTTE, Lieutenant and Acting Signal Officer. CAMERONS HILL, October 7, 18631.30 p. m. Lieutenant FITCH: General Rosecrans wishes to know why you did not report battk yesterday, if you saw one. HOWGATE Page 154 154 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., IN. ALA., AND N. GA. tCHAP. XLII. CRANES HILL, October 7, 18632.30 p. m. Lieutenant HOWGATE: Saw none. FITCH Lieutenant and Acting Signal Officer. CAMERONS HILL, October 7, 18632.45 p. m. Captain MERRILL: Fitch reports that he saw no battle yesterday. General Rosecrans wi~es to know. HOWGATE. CAMERONS HILL, October 7, 18637.20 p. m. Captain MERRILL: Can see the enemys fires extending along our front from southeast to 30 degrees northeast, being most numerous in the east and south east. More on our left than last night. HOWGATE, Acting Signal Officer. HEADQUARTERS SIGNAL CORPS, October 7, 1863. Brigadier-General GARFIELD Chief of Staff: GENERAL: The officers at Cranes Hill (Station No. 2) say, in answer to inquiry of commanding general, that they saw no battle yesterday. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, JESSE MERRILL, Captain and Chief Signal Officer. STATION No. 1, Camerons Hill, October 7, 1863. Captain MERRILL: See enemys camp-fires extending along our front, southeast to 30 degrees north of east, being most numerous in the east and south- east. More on our left than last night. HOWGATE. CRANES HILL, STATION No. 2, [October 7, 1863.] (Received 7.50 p. in.) The enemy display as many fires as usual. FORAKER. HEADQUARTERS PICKET RESERVE, October 7, 18636 a. in. Captaffi POLK, Asst. A~jt. Gen., Third Division, 14th Army Corps: CAPTAIN: I have this morning sent into camp a sergeant and 6 men of the Fifth Kentucky, C. S. Army. They deserted last night, and tbe sergeant, who is very intelligent, gives some information whic Page 155 ChAP. XLII.] CORR1~SPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 15~ may be useful, He states that pontoons are being rapidly built in the enemys rear, and crackers baked and packed. From what he has heard he believes a movement on our left may be expected very shortly. Please to place this before the general commanding the corps. The men have been sent to the rovost-marshal of the bri- gade (First Brigade, Third Division). I remain, captain, respectfully, your obedient servant, F. W. LISTER, Lieut. Col. 31st Ohio Vol. Irtfty., Officer of the Day, 3d Div. HEADQUARTERS TWENTIETH ARMY CoRPs, INSPECTOR-GENERALS OFFICE, Chattanooga, Tenn., October 7, 1863. Special morning report from the front of the Twentieth Army Corps: General Carlin, division officer of the day, First Division front, reports, through Lieutenant Vance, acting assistant inspector-gen- eral, that last night very many tires were built in front of the center of our army extending clear to our extreme left within the enemys lines, as though an army was bivouacking there, while the rest of the enemys front, extending to Lookout Mountain, was extraordinarily dark. General Carlin wa~ of the opinion that the enemy were pre- paring to attack, or else these fires were a feint, under cover of which the enemy was retreating. Between 2 and 3 oclock this morning bugles were heard, which seemed t6 be calls to fall in and stand at attention, & c. No one is able to say which way the enemy were moving, though every one thinks that they were moving. In front of General Thomas right, on the creek above us, the en- emy seemed to be building a bridge or something of the sort, judg- ing from the sounds of handling of timber; this at 3 oclock this morning. Just before dusk last evening some two or three pieces of artillery were seen moving down the mountain. Lieutenant Boal, acting assistant inspector-general, Colonel Sher- man, reports that from 3 to 8 p. m. enemys artillery was moving down Lookout Mountain; one full battery and the caissons counted before dark by a sergeant; judging from sound and time of passing, about two more batteries passed. A considerable number of men were heard hallooing, but whether in organized force is doubtful, because the noises of bull drums, brass bands, and voices of men walking to and fro seemed too evident an attempt to swell the num- ber of troops. Respectfully submitted to Major-General McCook for his informa- tion. HORACE Th FISHER, Lieutenant- C~olonel, Assistant Inspector-General. GENERAL ORDERS, HDQRS. 3D Div., 20TH ARMY CORPS, No. 74. Chattanooga, October 7, 1863. The present encampment of the troops of this division will here- after be known and designated as Camp Lytle, after Brig. Gen. W. H.Lytle, killed in action at the battle of Chickamnauga, Sunday, September 20, 1863. By command of Major-General Sheridan: GEORGE LEE, C~aptain and Assistant A0utant-General Page 156 KY., SW. VA., TENK., MISS., N. ALA., A~D K. (IA.. tOHAP. XLII. HEADQUARTERS ELEVENTH AND TWELFTH CoRPs, Stevenson, Ala., October 7, 1863. Brig. Gen. JAMES D. MORGAN, Gommanding Second Division, Reserve Corps: GENERAL: I am directed by the major-general commanding to request that you will give directions for a cavalry reconnaissance to be made in the direction of Huntsville, leaving to-day. He suggests that the command of Colonel Watkins be employed for this service. The general is infornied this morning that a portion of the rebel cavalry is moving in the direction of Fayetteville via Shelbyville, and it is believed that it will continue its conrse to Hnntsville. At McMiniiville the rebel raiders divided into columns, the larger marching in the direction of Murfreesborough, the other toward Fayetteville via Shelbyville. A brigade of infantry will march to-morrow morning and take post at Larkinsville, with instructions to co-operate with the cavalry you may send out in the direction of Huntsville. The general re- qnests that directions may be given to the officer in command to make every possible inqniry of the movements of the rebel cavalry, and to report the result, as well as all other useful information he may gather, as often as he may deem it necessary. Let the officer in command be enjoined to exercise the utmost vigilance, and if he comes up with the enemy to fall upon and destroy him. The column is represented to be a small one, with horses greatly rednced from their long raid. The column to return when they have executed their instructions. The rebel cavalry will be able to reach Fayetteville to-day. Very respectfully, yonr obedient servant, WM. H. LAWRENCE, Major, Aide-de-Camp, and Actg. Asst. Adjt. Gen. HEADQUARTERS SECOND DIVISION, RESERVE CORPS, Stevenson, Ala., October 7, 1863. Major FULLERTON Assistant Adjntant- General: MAJOR: Major-General Hooker, with the Eleventh and Twelfth Army Corps, has been ordered to guard the line of railroad from Cowan to Bridgeport. This in effect relieves me from duty at this point. The Second Brigade of my division is above Chattanooga. Three regiments of the First (the Tenth and Sixtieth Illinois and Tenth Michigan) amid one section of Edgartons battery are at or near Andersons Cross-Roads. The Sixteenth Illinois and Beebes battery with First Brigade headquarters are at Bridgeport. The One hundred and eighth Ohio, with two sections of Edgartons bat- tery, Third Brigade, are at this point. I would respectfully request that Colonel Smith, with the Six- teenth Illinois and Beebes battery, be ordered to join and assume command of his brigade. Also, that orders may be issued to the One hundred and eighth Ohio and Edgartons battery with division head- quarters to move forward to or near Andersons Cross-Roads. Railroad communication interrupted between here and Nashville. No train since Monday. Telegraph-wires cut beyond Cowan. Large ambulance train with wounded arrived safely. Railroad has no Page 157 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 157 beeii threatened this side of Tantalon. Cavalry scouting country daily. A few rebel cavalry reported about Larkinsville. Refugee reports that Roddey, with 1,300 cavalry, left Bragg last Thursday for Tuscumbia; that the major part of Braggs army was on Mis- sionary Ridge. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, JAMES D. MORGAN, Brig. Gen., Commanding Second Division, Reserve Corps. [Indorsement.] Order General Hooker to relieve General Morgan. General Mor- gan to concentrate at Andersons Cross-Roads and protect the points above there where the trains cross. Have report from Battle Creek as to what regiments guard our pontoon bridge there. General Morgan to see to this and report. W.S.R. HDQRS. 2D BRIG., 2D DIv., RESERVE CORPS, In Camp on Chicicamanga Creek, Tenn., October 7, 18637 p. m. Generat J. A. GARFIELD, Chief of Staff, Department of the ~Jnmberland: GENERAL: Your communication of last night was received at 1 oclock this morning. Colonel McCook was then and is now absent, and, under the direction of the senior officer at this point (Colonel Dilworth, Eighty-fifth Illinois), I have the honor to make the fol- lowing report, in obedience to the order in your comlnunication: Since our arrival here there has been some movement by the enemy each day, such as rattling of wagons. Yesterday the enemy were comparatively quiet, but the picket officers report an unusual stir last night; drums and trumpets were sounded, and wagon trains were heard during the greater part of the night. The picket officers were unable to state in what direction the move was made. The officer of the day reports that there were no rebels seen on the opposite bank to-day. At this time all is quiet. Nothing has been heard of General Buruside. I am, generat, very respectfully, your obedient servant, E. L. ANDERSON, c1aptain and Acting Assistant Adjntant- General. SHELEYvILLE, October 7, 18639 a. m. General J. A. GARFIELD, Chief of Staff: GENERAL: I left Mnrfreesborongh yesterday morning as soon as I had drawn rations for my command. I found the enemy had dP vided his force about 5 miles from here, sending a party to attack Wartrace; another off to the right on the Middleton road toward Unionville and Columbia; another coming into this place and sack- ing the town. The party that went to Wartrace, I learn from cit Page 158 158 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. zens, was repulsed. Their soldiers say they whipped the Yankees, but were ordered away; that is, had not time to reap the fruits of their victory. Wheu I moved this morning from where I camped last night, which was 7 miles from here on the Murfreesborough and Shelbyville pike, I left McCooks division to wait for orders. Since I have found out their directions, I have ordered McCook to strike across the country direct for Unionville. The remainder of the command is moving out on the Farmington road and will soon strike their rear guard, and I shall find out the exact direction they have taken and their intentions, when I will again telegraph you whether they intend striking the Tennessee River at Muscle Shoals or above. I cannot as yet posi- tively state, but shall know before night, if they intend crossing at Muscle Shoals, which is possible. General Dodge should be telegraphed at once and head them off to give me time to gain upon them. This force is larger than mine, but if I can get up to them, I have no doubt I can whip them and capture them, with all their dry-goods, greenbacks, & c. Every man is loaded down to the guards with plunder; hundreds of them have on our uniforms. My horses are very much jaded, but the men are all right and can stand it as long as there is a rebel ahead of them. To make the thing sure, I will also telegraph to General Dodge, at Corinth, but you must do the same. I think they did no damage to the railroad, except to the bridge at Murfreesborough, and tearing up rails and burning ties in some places. I have ordered the Michigan Engineers to go immediately to work and repair the bridge near Murfreesborough, and it will be done by to-morrow. ROBERT B. MITCHELL, Brigadier- General, Gommanding. HDQRS. SECOND BATTN., SECOND MICHIGAN CAVALRY, Ran/cms Ferry, October 7, 1863. Capt. D. G. SWAIM, Assistant Adjutant- Gene rat: CAPTAIN: I have the honor to state that I received a dispatch last night, ordering me to patrol the river as far up as Kelleys Ferry. The captain conveying the order to Colonel Watkins, order- ing a battalion from his brigade to i c-enforce me, instructed me that Kelleys Ferry was at the Widow Halls, 6 miles up the river. I find by examining a private map of a survey of the river, in possession of Mr. Mitchell, a Union man, residing near here, that Kelleys Ferry is up the river 15 miles distant, and 10 miles from Chattanooga by the ferry road. It was at this ferry, Mr. Mitchell says, that General Bragg crossed a portion of his army over pontoons. The ferry at the Widow Halls is a private ferry to cultivated lands on the other side of the river, and is only accessible to foot passers or those mounted. Am I to patrol and picket beyond the Widow Halls? Very respectfully, & c., B. P. WELLS, Gapta in ASecO/~d Michigan (lavatry, (Jo~ndg. Battalion Page 159 CIIAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 159 HDQRS. SECOND BATTN., SECOND MICHIGAN CAVALRY, Bankins Ferry, October 7, 1863. Maj. W. H. SINCLAIR, Assistant Adjutant- General: MAJOR: I have the honor to state all quiet here and the same as reported yesterday. Pickets of the enemy seen daily. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, B. P. WELLS, Gaptain Se.cond Michigan C~avalry, Gonidg. Battalion. UNIONVILLE, TENN., Maj. W. H. SINCLAIR., October 7~ I 86312. 45 p. m. Assistant Adjutant-General, Cavalry Corps: I am here with my column. I hear the rebels are moving on Co- lumbia road. I shall move on with main column to the Columbia road by the nearest route, sending one squadron by other road. No rebels have been seen on Eagleville road; they were passing on old Fayetteville road by Thompsons Ford; but 20 or 25 were seen at Unionville. I have no reliable information of whereabouts of the main column of the enemy. I shall await orders at intersection of Eagleville and Columbi& road, or send you report if I learn any- thing or move from there. I am, major, very respectfully, your obedient servant, E. M. McCOOK, Colonel, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS IDEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Maj. Gen. JOSEPH HOOKER, Chattanooga, October 7, 1863. C~ommanding Eleventh and Twelfth Army ~Jorps: The general commanding directs you to make such details as you can reasonably spare from other duties, to put the wagon road from Bridgeport to Jasper in good condition. A large part of our sup- plies must, for the present, be brought over that route, and the road must be made good against the rainy season. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, J. A. GARFIELD, Brigadier-General and Chief of Staff. BrigadierGeneral GARFIELD October 7, 18638 a. m. Chief of Staff, Chattanooga: Major-General Butterfield informs me that Wartrace was aban- doned by Colonel Bairds command yesterday, under instructions of General Granger to move to Duck River, and that at 3 oclock p. m. the trestle bridges over that river were burned. Whether this was permitted under authority I am not advised. Indeed, I cannot learn that a single gun was fired in dei~nse of either place. I am equall Page 160 160 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLIL ignorant of the conduct of a portion of the Twelfth Corps. In the first place, one division had been ordered to take post at those points, and when it was found they had passed there, they were seasonably directed to return to them. I forbear comment until more fully advised. The pontoon bridge at Bridgeport was completed yester day. JOSEPH HOOKER, Major- General, Commanding. STEVENSON, October 7, 186312 m. Brigadier-General GARFIELD, Chief of Staff, Chattanooga: Advices from General Butterfield, dated 10.15 a. m. to-day, inform me that the rebel force is discovered to be encamped on McMinn- ville pike, 1 mile from Shelbyville, and that one column is movir~g out to attack it, while another is moving along the line of the rail- road to open the communication with the rear. The bridge at Duck River has been burned, and cannot be repaired before to-morrow p. m. Track torn up beyond. Damage done farther on not yet known. Directions have been given General Howard to complete the bridge- head opposite Bridgeport. Additional defenses will be determined on, if necessary, as soon as I can leave here. Our scouts penetrated to within 4 miles of Trenton yesterday, and found a picket of about 200 men at that point and Whitesides Station. JOSEPH HOOKER Major- General, Commanding. STEVENSON, October 7, 18634 p. m. Brigadier-General GARFIELD, Chief of Staff: Major-General Butterfield telegraphs me from Tullahoma this p. m. that the rebels burned Shelbyville last night and that they are now there. The damage done the railroad not yet known. I cannot learn that they have been in the vicinity of any of the bridges; they appear to have crossed the road. The cavalry within my reach, in condition or numbers, do not warrant me in dispatching them to Huntsville, where I should expect them. ft the first place, one (livision had been ordered to take post at those points, and when it was found they had passed there, they were seasonably directed to return to them. I forbear comment until more fnlly advised. The pontoon bridge at Bridgeport was completed yesterday. HOOKER, Major- General. STEVENSON, October 7, 18638 p. m. Brigadier-General GARFIELD: Have this moment received the following dispatch: I arrived here with the brigade of infantry and brigade of 800 cavalry at 2 p. m.~ finding Generals Crook and Mitchell in hot pursuit of the enemy, engaging them here on arrival, killing 100 or more and ~apturing 200 prisoners. Reported als Page 161 CRAP. XLIL] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.--UNTON. 161 threepieces of artillery. The rebel force is large, and our force is adequate to their pursuit and, I hope, destruction. The general opinion of those acquainted with the country is that our cavalry force will capture or destroy them. General Rugers brigade has continued on to Bell Buckle on the railroad, where Knipes brigade will now march and headquarters be to-night. I expect to find the Michigan Engineers hard at work at Wartrace bridge, and shall push all energy to opening the road. I have returned a portion of the inf an- try to Duck River, and shall return the One hundred and second Ohio, of Grangers command, to Tullahoma or Decherd. I learn that bridges this side of Murfrees- borough have been destroyed and much injury done; that our forces are working this way from there. Shall keep on to meet them, and see the telegraph and rail- road opened. DANL. BUTTERFIELD, ~VIajor-General. JOSEPH HOOKER, Major-General. DUCK RIvER. October 7, 18(~3. Major-General HOOKER: It is now nearly 6 a. ni. and my trains are not up. My plans for an early attack are frustrated. DANL. BUTTERFIELD, Major- General. STEVENSON, October 7, 18638 a. m. Major-General BUTTERFIELD: If your trains disappoint you, ascertain where the fault lies, and the remedy shall be applied at once. Please ascertain also why some of the troops of the Twelfth Corps were not left at Wartrace, and also why no movement was made from Decherd to relieve the troops at that point and Duok River when directed to do so. Which of the Generals Granger ordered the abandonment of Wartrace? It seems to me that there has been bad conduct enough on that part of the road to dishonor a brave army. JOSEPH HOOKER. MI~jor- General, Gommanding. STEVENSON, October 7, 18632 p. m. Major-General BUTTERFIELD: The statement of the chief of scouts at Wartrace is 50 improbable that it will not do to base action upon it without further evidence. That scout should be instructed to go and look into Matts Hollow to-night, and report what lie can see and hear. Even if the report should be true, the best way to operote against that force will be to open our communications with the rear. JOSEPH HOOKER. ilujo r-Geueral, Corn rnandinq. DUCK RIVER, October 7, 18638.15 a. in. Major-General HOOKER: My colnuan iio~x starts for Slit-Th~~1lle from ~re Fifth fuwa (~vdiv and two of ( aivs r gimt-~L . The id~flh cul imu Will at ] ~ It 1Z--YOL N XX., UT I Page 162 162 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MiSS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. as soon as the train gets me to Wartrac~. It will not diverge from the line to Murfreesborough, except to find the enemy. General Ruger brings me reports from refugees Coming into Tullahoma that their force divided in two columns at McMiunville, one att~ciking Murfreesborough, where it was repulsed, the other being the one near us, which is now supposed to have moved toward Fayetteville and may threaten Decherd or Cowan. I left [he battery and a sufficient force at Tullahoma; also at Elk River. I trust for no more delays now. Wartrace was evacuated by order of G. Granger from Chattanooga by telegraph, directing all the forces to move to Duck River bridge and hold it. The delay in train it has been impossible to avoid. I will investigate the matters spoken of in your dispatch. Send up provisions. DANL. BUTTERFIELD, MQ/or- General. STEVENSON, October 7, 18638.43 a. ni. BEGGS: I have received no orders for stores from Tuliahoma. What troops want them? J. M. BLAIR, Captain and Commissary of Subsistence. LIndorsementi DUCK RIVER BRIDGE, October 7, 18639 a. iii. Major-General HOOKER: GENERAL: Please direct Captain Blair, commissary of subsist.- ence, to send up a train of supplies to this point, so that in case of necessity he can send here for them. DANL. BUTTERFIELD. STEVENSON, October 7, 18639 a. m. Major-General BUTTERFIELD: The post commissary has been directed to send 20,000 rations to await your orders at Duck River. In consequence of the protracted interruption of our communications, it has been deemed prudent to issue the two-third rations until further orders. HOOKER, Major- General. STEVENSON, October 7, 18638 p. m. Major-General BUTTERFIELD: Let me know in what direction the rebels are flying. I am rejoiced to hear that matters are progressing ~o fa~roi~abl JOSEPH HOUK ER. AlijG G& rt raL Ca v nand~ Page 163 CHAP. XLII.] C0RRESPOND}~NCE, ETC.U~ION. 163 [MURFREESBOROUGH, October 7, 1863.] Major-General BUTTERFIELD, Chief of Staff, Stevenson, Ala.: Dispatch for General Slocum received and forwarded. The rail- road and telegraph line is cut between Tullahoma and Wartrace; a few rails destroyed. My division is marching toward Bridgeport; the rear just passed this place. I leave by first train. A. S. WILLIAMS, Brigadier- General, Commanding. Major-General SLOCUM, MUEFREESBOROUGH, October [7?], 1863. Nashville: The dispatch of General Hooker of the 6th orders all available forces here and on the road to be pusbed forward to open the rail- road and meet General Butterfield, who is moving this way. Large force of our cavalry left here yesterday in pursuit. Reports have been to-day received from Duck River that the bridge there is safe; the enemy was beyond and is being followed by our cavalry in force equal at least to the enemy. Our infantry would be at least 50 miles behind, and of course could do no good. Shall I send Gen- eral Geary forward on foot and without transportation~ or wait the railroad repair? It is plain General Hooker knew nothing of the condition of matters this way. It is reported that General Butterfield expects to be in Wartrace to-night. If so, the enemy will be below liiui. A. S. WILLIAMS, Brigadier-General. MURFREESBOROUGH, October 7, 18634 p. m. Major-General HOOKER, Commanding Eleventh and Twelfth Corps: GENERAL: I have the honor to acknowledge the receipt of your dispatch of 6th, addressed to Major-General Slocnm or the senior officer of Twelfth Corps. The interruption of the railroad and telegraph is between this and Christiana. Two small bridges, from 3 to 4 miles below this, have been destroyed, and the rails torn up at intervals for a few miles farther on. Having done this damage, the rebels left, going south night before last. They were followed yesterday forenoon by a large force of our cavalry nuder General Stanleya force at least equal to that of the enemy. We have reports to-day that the rebels, after a faint attempt at Duck River, passed on, and when last heard from this forenoon were 40 miles away. The telegraph line is being rapidly repaired, and will be open to Wai trace to-day, and probably in perfect connection farther south. The railroad bridges will be completed I learn to-morrow at farthest, and the track relaid in a day or two unless more damaged than now reported. Several companies of the Michigan Engineers and Me- chanics Regiment are now on the road2 4th railroad ties, & c~, for repairs; a large force is already at rork Page 164 164 KY., sw. VA., TENN., LMISS., ZN. ALX., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. In view of the fact that the messenger reports that General But- terfield was at Duck River, and that the railroad is clear of rebels between this and Wartrace, I presume that the contingency men- tioned in your dispatch will not make necessary the sending forward the six regiments of Gearys division of Twelfth Corps now here, especially as the railroad iuterruption is at this point and the com- mand is wholly without transportation. A portion of Gearys com- mand is at the bridge below as a guard to the railroad repairers. They will move down as fast as the road is repaired. It is reported here that the rebels have gone to Shelbyville with threats to burn that place. They may strike the railroad at Tulla- homa or farther south. General Slocum is still at Nashville, but is expected here to-night. I am, general, very respectfully, your obedient servant, A. S. WILLIAMS, Brigadier- Gene ~u 1, First Division, Twelfth Corps. MURFREESBOROLTGH, October 7, 18637.30 p. m. Major-General SLocuM: The latest I have is that the rebels are at least 40 miles south of this and beyond Duck River, having avoided that point. General Butterfield, with several thousand men, was at Duck River this fore- noon to move to Wartrace. I can get no reliable information when railroad will be repaired. Nobody seems posted. A. S. WILLIAMS, Brjqadie r- General. [MuRFREESBORoUGH, Oclobe r 7, 1863.1 Qijicer in Charge of Bridge: Dispatches from General Hooker urge that the repairs of bridge be hurried with every possible effort. If you need more men, use the regiment on duty at the bridge, and call on me tor all you want. on et a moment be lost. A. S. WILLIAMS, 1& r~gadier- Gene rat. TULLAHOMA, October 7, 1863. General BUTTERFIELD: I have here the Thirteenth New Jersey and Second Massachusetts in part, and no transportation. What shall I (10? CARMAN, (Joloitel Thirteenth Yew Jersey. Indorsement ~ DucK RIVER. Oct6ber 7, 18636.15 a. in. Colonel CARMAN~ Tullahorna: Load your men on the timber train of Colonel Hunton, Michigan Engineers, and not receiving other orders. assist him iii relflhuldin& ~ the bridges. p. ~ Page 165 CORJWSPOYr)ENCF, ETC.UNION. I C)~ DUCK RIVER. October . 1863. Major-General BUTTERFIELD; GENERAL: A rumor has just come in that Th~000 rebels are advanc- ing on Wartrace from Manchester, a town 12 miles east of Tulla- homa. It is not well accredited and I disbelieve it. I have several (~1tize scouts out on the road who will give us warning. Scouts re- port no one near us on the east; the country has been scoured. One of them brought in this rumor. I believe I have already informed you that the Mechanics have gone up to repair bridge; the timbers have also gone up, and about 1,000 men to guard the workmen. I think that at least that many men ought to be kept there till the coast is clear on the east. Very respectfully, JOHN COBURN, Colonel. Thi8 is written since the note in relation to the provisions. STEVENSON, October 7, 186310 a. m. COMMANDING OFFICER, Decherd. Eli Ricer, and Tallahoma I am directed by the major-general commanding to inform you that he is advised that the rebel raiders divided into two columns at McMinnville, and that one moved in the direction of Murfrees- borough, the other Fayetteville via Shelbyville. The former was repulsed at Murfreesboi~oiigh, and lie expects that the latter will be if he shows himself iii your vicinity. WM. H. LAWRENCE, lfaft) r, A ide-de- Camp, and A ~fi~ (J A SS ~8f (fli / A ~jntan t- General. STEVENSON. Oiober 7, 18638 a. in. Major-Geiieral HOWARD: Your dispatch announcing the completion of the bridge received. Be pleased to have all the pontoons not used in the bridge rut iii immediate readiness for use up the river. Have also steps taken to secure all the trestles and other lumber used about the bridges from 1055 by the rising of the river. Have all the corn in your vicinity gathered for the animals, as we are short of forage. JOSEPH HOOKER, Jfajor- Ge a era 1, (~onun an dinq. STEV ~NSON, October 7. 186311 a. m. Major-General How RD The bridge-head coinmeuc ed on the opposite side of the river from you appears to be unnecessarily large for the proper security of one bridge. If this ~s your opinion, please have it reduced and the (lefense as you determine completed. I was required to do this, but duriiig the pendency of operations along the line of railroad I can- not well leave here. Butterfield, at the head of the Twelfth Corps, is opening our communications with Nashville. It appears that the corps and division commanders were severed from their commands by the raiders. I send you by the first opportunity a copy of instructions to cav- alry, and issue yours to the brigade which is to march to-mo Page 166 I C4~ KY., SW. V A., TVNN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. row. Please give directioi~s to the commanding officer to co-operate with the cavalry if required to do so. The cavalry force will be in Huntsville to-morrow night. JOSEPH HOOKER, IV ujo ,- Ge~eral, comm andih q. STEVENSON, October 7, 18633 p. m. Major-General HOWARD: I know nothing of the intentions of the general-in-chief respect- ing the pontoons. I presume, however, that they will be thrown forward by the river. The only object, I take it, being to have them collected together and put in repair for immediate use. JOSEPH HOOKER, Major- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS ELEVENTH AND TWELFTH CoRps, Sterenson, Ala., October 7, 1863. Major-General HOWARD, Commanding Bridgeport: GENERAL: I am directed by the major-general commanding to inform you that in consequence of the interruption of our communi- cations our forage is exhausted, and it becomes necessary to depend on the crops of the surrounding country for the subsistence of our animals. Below Bellefonte are extensive corn-fields, and we shall have to depend on them mainly for our supply. The general is advised that two hundred wagons are on the way from the front to be used for this service. To cover these foraging parties the major-general com- manding directs that you send one brigade of your corps, provided with seven days rations, to take post at Larkinsville until further orders; the column to be ready to march to-morrow morning. It will be instructed to follow the river road to below Bellei~onte, and from there through Scottsville to Larkinsyille. This command must send pickets well out in the direction of Huntsville and Santa, as it is more than probable that a portion of the rebel cavalry raiders will return across the Tennessee River via Huntsville. The general desires the column will move with the smallest possi- ble number of wagons, which it will be necessary to take from the troops now at Bridgeport, and also one or two ambulances. It will not be necessary to take forage, as that can be gathered from the country. Enjoin the utmost vigilance and resolution on the part of the com- mand. It is abundantly large to cope successfully with any cavalry force the enemy can send against it. It is presumed they will not be absent more than one week. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, WM. H. LAWRENCE, Major, Aide-dc-Camp, and Acting Assistant Adjutant-General. P. S.Owing to the break in our communications it has become necessary to reduce the ration of this command one-third until further orders. A company of our soldiers will be found below ~3ellefonte working a saw-mill. WM. H. LAWRENCE, Acting Assistant Adjutant-Genera Page 167 CHAP. XLII.1 CORRESPOND ENCE, ETC. UNION. STEVENSON, Octo .e 7, l8637~30 p. m. Major-General HOWARD: Please suspend the marching of the brigade until further orders matters to the rear are not sufficiently developed for rue to act ad - visedly. When it does move we ean send you rations to Larkins- yule by rail should you (leslie. What is the name and strength of the regiment at Bridgeport awaiting an opportunity to go to Chattanooga? JOSEPH HOOKER, Major- Ge tie ral, Ciomman din q. NASHVILLE. TENN.. October 7, 18633 p. m. Hon. E. M. STANTON, (Received 7 ~. IlL) Secretary 9f War: Your telegram received. I hope you will promptly and freely in- vestigate every charge mentioned. I claim in justice to myself to have it done at the earliest possible moment. I will send copy of your telegram to General Meigs as soon as communication is open. WM. P. INNES, Golonel and Military Superintendent of Railroad. LOUISVILLE, Ky., October 7, 18639 a. in. (Received 6.50 p. in.) Hon. E. M. STANTON: Line to Nashville all right this morning. Rebels are being closely pursued. Have copy of message to Innes. The remnants belong- ing to Eleventh and Twelfth Corps now here and at Jeffersonville. Will load them all to-day, and get Genei al Boyle to send out a guard to scour the city for stragglers and send them all o~ this evening. When will next shipments be made, and by what route will they reach Louisville? THOS. A. SCOTT. CINCINNATI, OHIO, October 7, 1863-3.35 p.m. Hon. E. M. STANTON (Received 7p. in.) Secretary of War: I have received copy of your dispatch dated October 6, addressed to Colonel Inues, military superintendent, Nashville, and beg the favor of being permitted to make a brief statement of the circum- stances that induced me to seek the interference of the War I)e- partment. While the Army of the Cumberland was at Murfreesborough a contract was made with us, by order of General Rosecrans, fixing the rates we were to pay Government and to charge shippers, and pro- viding that as the road was extended we should have facilities at proportionate rates. When the army advanced and the road opened to Stevenson we ran to that point, aying rates equal to those j2aid by us on Louisville and Nashvijle I~ailroad for the army freight-line service Page 168 1 ~38 KY., ~W. V A., TENN., MISS., . ALA., AM) IN. (~A. [CHAP. XLI1. Vhen the new superintendent came into power he refused to carry out the contract, took our cars for Government use, and loaded ~pri - vate freight in Government cars, and though ordered more th an once by General Rosecrans to respect the contract with our com- pany, he refused to do so. The notice providing for terminating the contract was at once given by Colonel Innes on coming into power, and as the time is nearly out, and I had reason to believe that a con- tract would be awarded to other parties, I have soubht to make a contract with the Department direct, thus anticipating action at Nashville, and in doing so I did not desire to assume the attitude of preferring charges against Colonel Innes. ALFRED GAITHER, Superintendent. WAR DEPARTMENT, Washinqton City. October 7. 18632.40 p. m. Major-General BURNSIDE, Knoxville, Ten n.: Your telegram of yesterday received and approved. The ordnance department has been instructed to fill the requisition for arms. EDWIN M. STANTON, Secretary of War. KNOXvILLE. TENN.. October 7, 18632 f). m. (Received 11.30 a. in., 8th.) Ma. Gen. H. W. HALLECK, General-in-Chief: Yojir instructions received, and the spirit of them will be obeyed at once. The force on our left, about Greeneville, is bold and threat- ening, and the detaching a force sufficient to hold it in check would leave me so weak that after the necessary positions had, been gar- risoned, I could not carry out the remainde# of your instructions efficiently. I therefore deem it wise to throw a heavy column against Jones force, and by capturing or driving him back, and breaking up the railroad for some distance into Virginia, release the force watch- ing Jones and enable me to move in force to Geueral Rosecrans aid. Troops are now in motion in accordance with that plan. I have also sent all the cavalry I can spare to connect with General Rosecrans left, and take to General Rosecrans re-enforcements to insure his holding Chattanooga, if attacked; and it is not likely that he will desire to assume the offensive before the completion of this work enables me to co-operate fully wi{h him. A. E. BURNSIDE, Mia~or- General. MUNFORDvILLE, Ky., October 7. 1863. Capt.. A. C. SEMPLE, Assistant Ac~jutant-Generai, Louisville: Major Martin, with 60 men of his command, and 30 men under eornmai~d of Captain Th~ck, sent from this i)lace. left G]asg~w yeste Page 169 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC,VNIOTh 169 day evenin~ in pursuit of rebels. From best information I can get. rebel force is small. If Major Martin and Captain Beck can over- take them, they ought to whip and capture them. E. H. HOBSON, Brigadier- General. MI.TNFORDVILLE, October 7, 1863. W. F. GORIN, Glasgow: I have had but few troops assigned to me since I was placed in command of this part of the State. Those at Glasgow were not reported to me. I have ordered all the force I can spare to Glasgow; they will be there to-night. Colonel Spaulding is on his way to your place. I requested General Boyle on yesterday to order him, via Columbia, to Glasgow. He replied that my wishes had been complied with. E. H. HOBSON, Brigadier- Ger~ eral. MUNFOEDVILLE, Ky., October 7, 1863. JOHN R. REDDING, Glasgow. Troops are on the way to Glasgow from two points; will arrive in time to give protection. E. H. HOBSON, Brigadier- General. MUNFORDYILLE, Ky., October 7, 1863. Lieutenant ADAMS, commanding cavalry, Glasgow: Inform me as to situation of affairs at Glasgow. Have you heard from Captain Beck? Captain Hale will be in Glasgow this evening or to-night. Colonel Spaulding was ordered to that point on yester- day. Have you any information about rebels? Report the arrival of Spaulding and Hale. E. H. HOBSON, Brigadier- General. MITNEORDYILLE, Ky.. October 7, 1863. Colonel LAUCK, cave city: Move infantry and section battery back to this place. Leave Lieu- tenant Gorin and Captain Beck as directed in last nights dispatch. E. H. HOBSON, Rrigctdier-Gemeral Page 170 170 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., ANI) N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. MEMPHIS, TENN., October 8, 18633 p. m. (Received 11.45 p. in., 10th.) Maj. Gen. H. W. HALLECK, Geiwra1-in-Chi~f: At the repeated and earnest request F the military superintendent of railroads in Tennessee 1 sent six locomotives to Cairo for Nash- ville. This was two weeks since. If they are as badly wanted there as he claims, they should go on; if not, they will do good service here. I have thirteen locomotives at this placescarcely enough to run the road to Decatur. The road cannot be run to Decatur from Bear Creek unless heavily guarded, and the guards mnust come from Shermans corps. There are 7,000 rebel cavalry now on the flank of the road between here and Comintli. The telegraph line is cut every night. A rise in the Tennessee and Ohio, which is (laily expected, will relieve all this. I have not more men than enough to cover the road to Corinth. The locomotives now at Cairo await your orders. The true procedure, in my opinion, is to organize an expedition of in- fantry and cavalry, drive the enemy below Columbus, Miss., bring in what is left of the rolling-stock at Grenada, and thus clear the flank for Shermans march, while the rest of the force is repairing track. S. A. HURLBUT, Mc0or- General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE TENNESSEE, Vicksburg, Miss., October 8, 1863. Maj. Gen. S. A. HURLBUT, Gowtdg. Sixteenth Army Corps: GENERAL: There is every indication that the enemy will make aim effort to cut off communication between Memphis and Corinth, and also that he will endeavor to prevent Shermaim from joining Rose- craus or getting near him to support him. The cavalry to my front have evidently gone north, 3,000 or 4,000 strong, and have been re- enforced by two brigades of infantry. I am also informed, and I believe reliably, that two dmvmsmons froum Braggs army have gone up the Mobile and Ohio Railroad. John- ston is now with their troops in person. He was at Oxford a few days ago, bnt has gone round to Okolona. I am just sending out all the force that can be spared from here to drive the enemy from Canton and Jackson, with instructions to remain in Canton for a few days and scout with the cavalry as far eastward as possible. Columbus, Miss., is a poimmt of vast importance to the enemy, and if threatened would necessarily cause the enemy to detamn a large force at that point. The cavalry will try to create the impressmon that they are going there. I presnme you have full information of the movements of the enemy and are acting accordingly. I further learn from Braggs army, that since the fight it has been reduced largely by sending off detachmemmts, first to prevent re-en- forcements being sent to Rosecrans from Corinth, and second to push & force across the Tennessee, west of any force Rosecrans has Page 171 c~HAP. XLII.] COIRREsP0NDEixeJ~, IFYIC. UNION. 171 with the vie~v of getting to his rear. I do not know how reliable this may be, but send the information as I received it. I wish you would forward this letter or a copy to Sherman, with the private letter for him accompanying. I am, general, very respectfully, your obedient servant, U. S. GRANT, Major- General. LA GRANGE, October 8, 1863. Major-General HURLBUT: I received information last evening about 7 oclock p. m. that the enemy were on the opposite side of Wolf River. near Davis Mills, about 5 miles from this place. I immediately placed a strong and well advanced pickct on the road leading to Davis Mills, and before daylight this morning sent a small cavalry force as a feeler in that direction, but the enemy had left during the night. Information is just received from Lieutenant-Colonel Phillips, with whom I opened communication last night via Saulsbury, in- structing him to get in the rear of the enemy by daybreak this morning and I would attack him in front. He says that he attacked the enemy at dusk last night in Salem, but being too strong for him, he was compelled to fall back. He knows that there was a force of the enemy 1,000 strong in Salem this morning. This accounts for the withdrawal from Wolf River. Colonel Hatch has moved to- ward Hastings, aud will try and concentrate his cavalry. I shall keep communication open with the front by courier. Respectfully, T. W. SWEENY, Brigadier-General. LA GRANGE, TENN., October 8, 1863. Maj. Gen. S. A. HURLBUT: A messenger I sent to Colonel Hatch, who left here this afternoon with the Sixth Illinois Cavalry, has just returned. Colonel Hatch is encamped about a mile this side of Lamar, and reports the enemy im~ strong force about a mile beyond Lamar, and thinks they intend to attack this place to-night or in morning. He does not know where Colonel McCrillis, the Seventh Kansas, or the Seventh Illinois Cav- alry are, but thinks the latter is at Hudsonville. I think the force now in front of Colonel Hatch is the same that was at Davis Mills last night. T. W. SWEENY, Brigadier-General. HDQRS. SECOND DIvISION, SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, La Grange, Tenn., October 8, 186a. COMMANDING OFFICER, Saulsbury, Tenn.: If the Seventh Kansas or the Ninth Illinois Mounted Infantry is at Saulsbury, send them to this place. Colonel Hatch reports the enemy in force at Lamar, and that they intend to attack to-night or in the morning. By order of Brig. Gen. T. W. Sweeny: JAMES DAVIDSON, J4dieutenant and Aide-de-Camp Page 172 172 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS.. N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII CGRTNTT-L October 8. 1 86g. Major-General HIURLJ3uT: Colonel Phillips, Ninth illinois, went from Ripley to Salem last night and found the enemy in strong force, over 1,000 at the latter place. He will watch them and do what he can. I will send the Third Michigan, just in, in that direction to-morrow at .daylight. Colonel Hatch seems to be conducting the operations of cavalry from La Grange east. I get no reports from him. E. A. CARR, Brigadier- General. CORD~TH, Miss., October 8, 1863. Maj. Gen. W. T. SHERMAN, Memphis: Your dispatch is received and General Osterhans has received orders in accordance therewith. He will march to Inka. I understand from the conductor of the train that the brigade which started this morning has been stopped at Moscow. 1 presume there is some stampede in that neighborhood. I had intended to move my division to Inka, but think it best to retain it here, as Osterlians goes forward. Some prisoners were brought in from beyond Bnrnsville to-day. and guerrillas in small bands are reported between the Tennessee River and the railroad east. Forrest is reported in force beyond Bear Creek. Colonel Moyers reports J. E. Johnston collecting an army of conscripts at Meridian. He reports also considerable force at Okolona. Colonel Phillips, Ninth Illinois, reports the enemy 1,000 strong at Salem. General Carr has ordered the Third Michigan Cavalry to re-enforce Phillips. FRANK P. BLAIR, JR., Major- Gen eral. NEw Yof~K, October 8, 1863. (Received 10th.) Major-General SHERMAN. Memphis: The Secretary of War directs the immediate rebuilding of tele- graph line between Memphis and Cairo. General Haileck instructs me to call upon you for military escort and guard for the line. Mr. W. G. Fuller, assistant superintendent at Memphis, will commence the work as soon as the necessary military protection is afforded. ANSON STAGER, Colonel and Superintendent Military Telegraph. HEADQUARTERS, (~orinfh.. Miss.. October 8. 1863. Brig. Gen. P. J. OSTERHAUS, Gommanding First J)irtszon: GENERAL: Pursuant to orders just receixTed from Major-General Sherman, you will march your division to Inka, starting to-morro Page 173 OnAP. XLIII CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 173 morning. You will hold the road to Bear Creek, look to the cross- ing at Eastport, and collect information at any and every cost east of Bear Creek. By order of Maj. Gen. F. P. Blair, jr. W. I). GREEN, ]Jjliajo r and Assistant Adjutant- General. Your communication is received, and will be attended to. W. D. GREEN, Assistant Adjutant- General. FORT MONROE, YA., October 8. 18637.80 p. n~. (Received 7.40 p. ni.) Maj. Geii. H. W HALLECK, General-in-Chief: The flag-of-truce boat is just in with Richmond papers to the 8th (to-day). The following are the telegraphic news: MISSIONARY RIDGE. (Via Chickamauga, October 5.) We opened upon Chattanooga at 1 oclock a. m. from Lookout Mountain and other points along our line, our shells exploding in the enemys camps as well as in the city, settinn fire to a house. The enemy replied briskly from Moccasin Point to our mortars on Lookout, and feebly from the star fort and casemated fort. The firing still continues. It is reported that General Wheeler has captured and burned five hundred wagons belonging to the enemy. MISSIONARY RIDGE. (Via Chickamauga, October 6.) The Tennessee River is rising rapidly. It has swept away the lower pontoon bridge of the enemy and submerged the trestle bridge. Prisoners and deserters confirm the capture of the enem, .s wagon train by General Wheeler. Maj. S. P. Mitchell, chief quartermaster of General Lorigstreet s corps, died last night of diphtheria. Col. Joe Lewis, of the Sixth Kentucky Reotment, has been appointed brigadier-general, to take command of Genemal 11 Im s brigade. Col. lames A. Smith has been appointed brigadier-general, awl u ill (omunland Preston Smiths old brigade. No fiii~g OH citi mci side up to Il oclock a. mu. today. J G FOSTER, Tfajo r- General. FORT MONROE. NA., October 8 1863 8 p. m. (Received 8.1.5 p. in.) Maj. Geii. H. W. HALLECK. GeneralinOh lef: Major Mulford, in charge of the flag-of-truce boat, who has a good opportunity to gain information while at City Point, has informed me that on his last visit he saw nd heard enough to convince him that the enemy are still sending troops to Bragg with the determina- tion of holding General Rosecrans in check, if not defeating him. Jeff. Davis left Richmond for the southwest lay before yesterday. Everything indicates a determination to endeavor t regain their lost Pbv~y 1 4OHnd iii East Teii iiessei, t-~~ilxvI L of K~hig ble to takt~ Oh Page 174 174 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. LCHAP. XL1L. tanooga, but expect to harass the rear of General Rosecrans and to defeat him if he attacks them. They are or pretend to be nervous lest General Rosecrans should not attack. * * * * * * * J. G. FOSTER, Major- General. WAR DEPARTMENT, October 8, 186310.50 a. m. Brig. Gen. ANDREW JoHNSON Military Governor, Nashville: You are hereby authorized to make requisition upon the ordnance officer and quartermaster at Nashville for arms, ammunition, equip- ments, and military supplies for all the white and colored troops raised by you in Tennessee. The said officers are hereby directed to fill your requisitions promptly, if they have supplies on hand, and if not, theii make application to have them immediately furnished. A copy of this telegram will be regarded as formal instructions to the officers to whom it is presented. You will please promptly report to this Department any neglect or delay in furnishing supplies. EDWIN M. STANTON, Secretary of War. CHATTANOOGA, TENN., October 8, 186311.30 a. m. (Received 1.45 p. in.) Maj. Geri. H. W. HALLECK, General-in-Chief: Dispatch about Burnside received. No news from him since the 1st. Rebel cavalry took McMinnville on the 4th. Crossed the rail- road between Duck River and Murfreesborough, and sacked Shelby- ville on the 6th. General Hookers dispositions of infantry promise to secure most vital points of railroad. * Rebels tore up rails near Wartrace and vicinity, and burned trestle bridge of considerable magnitude. Mitchell, with cavalry, overtook rebels yesterday morn- ing near Shelbyville. Reported killed, 100; captured 200 and three pieces of artillery, and in hot pursuit. The enemy has superior nuin- bers and better horses. Our mens morale aided by the fresh cav- alry on the railroad.t Hope we shall irreparably damage them. Enemy still on our front. ~ No news from Sherman. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. CHATTANOOGA. TENN., October 8, 1863S p. in. (Received 1.15 p. in., 9th.) General H. W. HALLECK~ General-in-Chief: Rebel deserter reports as camp rumor that Jones, Pickett, and John S. Williams, with three divisions, are marching on Knoxville, by Abingdon. ~ sergeant of his company saw Picketts division at Abingdon, on its way to Bristol, two weeks ago; Loring in coin * Copy as rec~iVEk1 by General Halleck reads promise to seeiire most vital points of the South7 ~ Copy a ~-ecei~ed by G ue~al lialleck t ~ads. ~ui inea ye u~ost aided by the flesh cavalry on the railroad~ ~ Copy as received by General Halleck read~ - en v are still in trout Page 175 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 175 inand of Pembertons army as a reserve. Thinks Bragg pre- paring for a flank movement. Longstreet published address to his troops, that they desired to deliver their brethren in Tennessee and Kent ticky before returning to Virginia. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. Major-General ROSECRANS. LOUISVILLE. October 8, 1863. No division or any portion of General Shermans force is here or reported as coming. The posts are weak. Can you not send back the regiments I sent you to Nashville, the Fiftieth Ohio, Ninety-first Indianathe Fiftieth to Bowling Green and Ninety-first to ~Mun- fordville? J. T. BOYLE, Brigadier-General. NASHVILLE, October 8, 1863. Brig. Gen. J. A. GARFIELD, Chief of Staff: I have the honor to report that if I have no drawback I hope and expect to open the road through by 4 p. iii. to-morrow. I have been and am working day and night. Transportation of Eleventh and Twelfth Army Corps stands as follows: All Eleventh Corps troops sent through before the break; one battery was stopped here with the horses to go forward from here as an escort for their transportation, which has been furnished here. The Twelfth Corps, as fast as they have arrived after the break, have been forwarded to Murfrees- borough, and, as I understand, have been distributed from there. All that now remains are some of the horses of the Twelfth Corps and some transportation that has not arrived at Louisville as yet. Under these circumstances would it not be as well for me to retain all my cars and send forward forage and rations as fast as possible to the front, and also to the garrisons along the line, and let the Louisville and Nashville road bring along the transportation as best they can, for they have plenty of engines and cars to do it, and I will forward them from here as fast as I can and furnish supplies at the same time? The horses for the Twelfth Corps could even be taken to their destination from Murfreesborough, where they are now, by land, if necessary. Colonel Scott has telegraphed me to-night to send one hundred cars per day to Louisville to transport the stuff down here. I really dont think it best, and would like you to advise me what to do. I think justice to the army would say let the horses come along as soon as it can be done without detriment to the army in front. I await your answer. I send you Colonel Scotts telegram: LouisviLLE, October 8. Colonel INNEs, Nashville: Equipments of Eleventh and Twelfth Corps are coming up. We shall need at least one hundred cars per day to load at this end. Give us all the stock and plat- form cars possible. THOS. A. SCOTT, Respectfully, Golonel and Aide-de-Gamp. W. P. INNES. C& iore] and ikLliLar Superintendeni Page 176 176 KY., SW. VA., TENTh, MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 8, 186310.30 p. m. Colonel INNES, Superintendent Railroads, Nashville: Some engineer tools at Mnrfreesborough are very much needed here, and I wish you to arrange that an empty car be left at Mur- freesborough, to be loaded with them as soon as it can be done. W. S. ROSECRANS, 1lfaJor- General. OCTOBER 8, 186:311 p. m. Capt. R. S. THOMS, Aide-de-Gamp: The telegraph line is now repaired to Nashville, and messages go through direct. I have made only 2 miles of line to-day, having been delayed by trains and by firing from south side of river. One mile up the river from Masons house, one fellow, using a Mississippi rifle, killed everything he shot at, man, horse, or mule; he killed 3 men and wounded 2, and killed about a dozen mules. I hope to be in town to-morrow evening, if not in some equally unexpected man lier prevented. JNO. C. VAN DUZER, Captain and Superintendent of Telegraph. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Nashville, October 8, 186312 m. Major General ROSECRANS: The interruption to the road has kept me here. I learn this morn- ing that it will take some four days to put it in running order again. I have wagons and mules coming from Saint Louis, Cincinnati, and Louisville, 1,200 mules and 200 wagons from former place. The transportation of the Eleventh Army Corps goes forward Saturday with artillery and strong escort. I shall send supplies by first train through, giving precedence to the stores rather than troops, unless you should prefer troops go first. I shall go through on first train. HENRY C. HODGES, Lieutenant-Colonel and Chief Quartermaster. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, October 8 1863. Col. SAMUEL SIMMONS, Cli ief Commnissar~q, Nashville: The general commanding directs that you either return here iim. mediately or send an efficient officer here to represent you. This army must be supplied, and it is absolutely necessary that there he some one here to see to it. C. (J{)DDARD, a I A clju Ia at~ Ueueral Page 177 CHAP. XLII.) CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 177 HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 8, 1863. Captain BAKER, Assistant Quartermaster, Stevenson: The general commanding directs that you report the reason why the general supply train, loaded at Stevenson with 75,000 rations, did not start until yesterday (Wednesday). Also by what authority you were absent from your post and in Nashville during that time. FRANK S. BOND, Major and Aide-dc-Camp. HEADQUARTERS PIONEER BRIGADE, Chattanooga, Tenn., October 8, 1863. Brigadier-Gener 1 S1.ITH, Chief Engineer, Department of the Uamberland: GENERAL: I have the honor to report that a pioneer ambulance driver has just returned from the camp of the First Battalion, at Little Suck Creek, who states that the rebel sharpshooters fired into the camp yesterday and to-day from the opposite side of the river, and that to-day they fired into a train belonging to General Palmers division, killing several mules and 2 drivers, and stopping the pas- sage of the train until he left. The First Battalion turned out and returned the fire of the enemy. The skirmishing had not ceased when he left. Several pioneers had been wounded. A part of the road fired upon was from Little Suck Creek to a point half a mile above it. It may be well to mention that Captain Stewarts new route avoids this exposed ground. I am ,general, very respectfully, your obedient servant, J. ST. C. MORTON, Brigadier-General of Volunteers. P. S.Lieutenant Kejller, acting assistant quartermaster, Pioneer Brigade, has just returned from Captain Stewarts camp, and reports General Palmers train all past the sharpshooters of the rebels. CAMERONS HILL, October 8, 18638.15 a. m. Captain MERRILL: Ten degrees south of east I can see three cannon. Thirty-five degrees south of east, six more; and one in fort 40 degrees south of east. At the house on Mission Ridge, east southeast from here, are five guns. Three regiments which lay yesterday 25 degrees east of south are not there this morning. With this exception can see no change in enemys line. HOWGATE, Acting Signal Officer. HEADQUARTERS SIGNAL STATION, October 8, 186310.30 a. m. Captain MERRILL: Rebel signal station on Mission Ridge broken up. No other change. HOWGATL, A ~e ate nant a nd Acting Signal Officer. 12 R HvOL XXX, PT I Page 178 178 KY., sW. VA,, TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AM) N. GA. K~HAF. XLII. HEADQUARTERS SIGNAL CORPS, Chattanooga, October 8, 1863. General GARFIELD: The following message just received from Lieutenant Berry, act- ing signal officer on Waldens Ridge: Captain MERRILL: The rebels and our men are having a brisk skirmish across this point. BERRY. H. CASE. Captain. HEADQUARTERS, October 8, 18632.20 p. m. Lieutenant BERRY: Which side of the river are the rebels? Are they still fighting? How many are engaged? CASE. Captain and Ad ug Signal Qifice r. WALDENS RIDGE, October 8, 1863 2.55 P ~ Captain CASE; Rebels on south side ; till fighting in woods ; cant see them; think its a small force. BERRY, Lie atenant and Acting Signal Officer. CAMERONS HILL, October 8, 18634 p. Ifl. Captain MERRILL: About four regiments of infantry on ridge, east-southeast from here. Not moving. HUWGATE. Acttng Signal Q~Jicer. CRANES HILL, October 8, 18634.10 p. m. Captain MERRILL: The rebels are firing from a battery on Mission Ridge, where Bar- ris signal station is. F( )IiAKER. (JAIVWRoNS HILL. October 8, 18636.30 p. in. Captain MERRILL: There are eight guns where I reported six this morning. A small earth~work has been thrown up d urine the day, 0 degr~es south of ea~4. Ho TGATE~ Acttng Signal Officer Page 179 CHAP. XLIJJ C0RRE~P0NDI~CI~, ]~TC.UNION. 179 HEADQUARTERS, October 8, 18638.20 p. m. Captain CoLE: Report about the smoke and camp-fires. MERRILL, Captain. CAMERONS HILL, October 8, 18638.55 p. m. Captain MERRILL: Can see a line of fires due east from here, about a mile in length; and one, half as long, 30 degrees south of east, both along foot of ridge. Too smoky to count the fires ; none on ridge. HOWGATE, Acting Signal Officer. FORT OCCUPIED i~x~ Woois DIvIsION October 8, 1868. Captain MERRILL: A brigade of infantry just at sundown moved along the crest of Mission Ridge, in direction of our right. I think they came down the east side of the ridge (though on account of smoke I could not see distinctly) on the road leading down from the place known as headquarters. DL MOTTE. OCTOBER 8, 1863. Statement of G. W. Carman, Fifth Kentucky Infantry: My regi- nient was on picket when I left it last night about 10 oclock. No re-enforcements have arrived that I know of since the Chickamauga battle. Brigadier-General Preston is now commanding a division and Buckner a corps. Preston had been commanding a brigade and Buck- ner a division until a few days before the fight. The army was reor- ganized just before the fight. Some few men are in good spirits, but the most of them with whom I have conversed are in low spirits. If my regiment had the same opportunity that I had last night they would desert almost to a man. I do not know that any fighting has been going on in our rear either with the Union forces or amongst ourselves. Seven of us deserted last night from the same company and at the same time. We had it understood several days ago. My regiment numbers about 120 men for duty. We lost 14 killed dur- ing the fight and 72 wounded. The Nomth Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia troops are deserting and going home in squads every night. The general feeling among the men is that the old Union will be restored by the 25th of December. The men all hate Bragg. I Ic passed through the 1amp last week. The men weve sullen ~ fused to cheer hui Page 180 180 KY., SW. VA., TENTh, MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. CHATTANOOGA, TENN., October 8, 1863. Statement of Jasper Baker, Fifth Kentucky Infantry: I left my regiment last night while they were on picket. My regiment has been stationed in Southwestern Virginia until a few days before the fight. The regiment has been brigaded since it came here. Statement of Sergt. G. H. Baughn, Fifth Kentucky Infantry: I left my regiment on picket last night about 10 oclock. It was rumored in camp that a difficulty occurred between the Georgia troops and Bragg. Bragg ordered them to the front and they refused to cross the Georgia State line. I saw what I supposed to be a brigade and one battery going back. I heard firing, and it was generally believed that they had a fight. It was kept a secret from us. I do not know whether the Georgi4 troops were forced to the front or not. A great deal of dissatisfaction exists in the army, particularly among the Tennessee, Kentucky, North Carolina, and Virginia troops. They are ready to desert whenever an opportunity presents itself. Breckinridge is in disfavor with his men. The men are quarreling among themselves. Tue men think well of Buckner. The Kentucky troops are willing to play quits upon any terms. The soldiers are down on the rich men. The property quali- fication does not please the men. The troops are coming to the con- clusion that this is a war for the rich men of the South, and they are determined to get out of it. My regiment has 125 men for duty. The regiment lost 84 killed and wounded. The brigade lost about (me-half their men killed and wounded. The brigade only numbers 400 men at this time for duty. The division commissary said that Bragg~s army before the fight drew rations for 110,000 men, including teamsters, & c. The loss was estimated to be very heavy. I think from the best informa- tion I can get that Bragg has at this time 65,000 or 70,000 men, including all. The rebels were placing the guns they captured during the fight in position on Lookout Mountain on Sunday. I do not know that any have been takeii down. Nothing larger than 32-pounders that I know of. They seem to be preparing for a retreat or flank move- ment. They are loadimig all the wagons with provisions, baking bread at almost every point and putting it in barrels. HEADQUARTERS FOURTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Chattanooga, October 8, 1863. Brig. Gen. J. A. GARFIELD. Chief of Staff, Department of the uwberland: GENERAL: I wish to sen(l on the day after to-morrow a train to Sequatchie Valley for forage, and desire that it be escorted by a brigade of infantry from my command, if the major-general com- manding the department thinks they can be spared. If the permis- sion to send the brigade is granted, it can be organized to-mohow and the train started early on the following morning. Please answer to- night. Very respectfully, your obcdi~iit servaui, GLO. H. THOMAS. ]Ifajo;- Genetat, U. S. Volunteers, (Jommeinding Page 181 CHAP. XLIII CORRESThIYNDENOE, ETC.UNION. 181 HEADQUARTER DEPARTMELTT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 8, 1863. Major-General THOMAS, Goinmanding Fourteenth Army (Jorps: GENERAL: Your note proposing to send a forage train, escorted by a brigade of infantry as escort, is received. The general coni- Inanding approves your proposal, and directs you to cross your bri- gade in the nightto-morrow night. A circular, in accordance~with your suggestion, has been issued in regard to ammunition-wagons. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, J. A. GARFIELD, Brigadier-General and Chief of Staff. LOOKOUT STATION NEAR GENERAL THOMAS HDQRS., October 8, 1863. Capt. WILLIAM A. SEITER, Chief Signal Qfficer, Fourteenth Army Corps: In looking along the enemys line I noticed they have removed some of their camps immediately in front of what we call c4eneral Braggs headquarters. They must have been taken up last night. The tents at the signal station on the enemys right also are gone. WM. QUINTON, Lieutenant and Acting Signal Officer. The following was read from rebel lookout this a. in.: Notice pontoon bridge over Tennessee is completed; wagons and cavalry crossing. D. WM. QUINTON, Lieutenant and Acting Signal Qificer. HEADQUARTERS FOURTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Provost-Marshals Office, October 8, 1863. Capt. B. H. POLK, Assistant Adjutant- General, Fourteenth Army Corps: CAPTAIN: G. H. Baughn, sergeaut Company F, Fifth Kentucky Volunteers, Prestons brigade (Kellys), Prestons division, Buck- ner s corps, with 6 privates, deserted and came into the lines of the Third Division of the Fourteenth Army Corps last night; they are all of the same regiment. Sergeant Baughn reports that there is a general feeling of. dissatisfaction among the troops of the rebel army; that he has frequently seen squads of men discussing the question; that on the march from Knoxville 80 men deserted from the Sixty- third Tennassee in one night, and that over ~00 have deserted from the Fifty-eighth North Carolina since the regiment left London; that it was rumored in camp on Monday last that an effort was made to get the Georgia State troops to the front, but that they refused to cross the State line; that he heard firing in their rear, and several pieces of artillery and a number of troops were sent to the rear in great haste. The Georgia State troops have not yet crossed the lir~e. That the engineers and pioneers are at work building pontoons; that they are baking up a large quantity of bread and putting it in barrels and loading into wagons, and it is rumored that the rebel army is preparing for a march shortly Page 182 KY., ~W. VA., TbNN., ~ N. ALA., AND N. GA. RAP. XLII. TTh t Longstreet has published an address to his corps, in which h~ states that it is the design of the army to free Tennessee and Kentucky before he returns to Virginia. That he is of the opinion that Bragg~ s arinyis preparing to make a flank movement. That Genera] Loring is in command of the Pemberton (Vicksburg) army as a reserve. That General Jones, General J olin S. Williams, and General Pickett are said to be on the march from Abingdon to Knoxville with three divisions; that a sergeant of his company saw Picketts division at Abingdon on its march to Bristol, Tenn.; this was some three weeks ago. The statements of this sergeant are corroborated by the privates with him. I remain, captain, your obedient servant, J. G. PARKHURST, Colonel and Pro t,ost-Jiiliarshal. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 8, 1863. Liententant-Colonel MILWARD, Commanding Eighteenth Kentncky Infantry: Your dispatch of this date is received. The general commanding directs that you post some sharpshooters so as to drive off the enemy that annoy your working parties. If it should be necessary a party can be sent from this side for that purpose, for they must be driven off, and that as quickly as possible. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, FRANK S. BOND, Mqjor and Aide-dc-Camp. SIGNAL CORPS. TWENTIETH ARMY CORPS, Chattanooga, October 8, 1863. Lieut. Col. G. P. THRUSTON, Assistant Adjntant-General and Chief of Staff: COLONEL: The two following messages were sent from the rebel signal station on Mission Ridge to one on Lookout Mountain. We could only get part of the first, but the second is complete. First (9.45 a. in.). Infantry crossing; which way Second (11.05 a. in.). Frank Sesthause is here and wants you to come to Stewarts headquarters to see him. He will leave this p. in. Yours, respectfully, B. R~. WOOD. JR., Lientenant and Signal C~cer. HEADQUARTERS TWENTIETH ARMY CORPS, Chattanooga, October 8, 18637 p. in. Maj. Gen. P. H. SHERIDAN, Commanding Third Division. Qeneral McCook directs that as a measure of precaution your picket-line be made double in strength to-night. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, G. P. THRUSTON, Assistant A0ntant-Generai and Chief of Staff Page 183 (JnAP. XLII.] (ORB ESPONJ)FNCE, J~i~C....TTNIONT 188 HEADQUARTERS FIRST Dmsio , (Thcdta~ooqa. Tcnm. O9ohrr ~, 1~6{ ~-4i3O p. m. Brig. Gen. T. J. WOOD, Gomm a u ding First Division: GENERAL: I have the honor to report the following transactions in your front to-day: About 4 oclock p. m. the enemy opened fire from a light piece on top of Missionary Ridge, without any effect. No change in our front since last report. Respectfully, sir, J. L. YARYAN, Aide~de~Cvanip. PIONEER CAMP, SUCK CREEK, Col. A. J. MACKAY, October 8, 18631 p. m. Acting Chief Quartermaster: SIR: My train was attacked at this point from the opposite side of the river by I think only a few of the enemy. We are moving slow, and think we will not be injured by the attack. I cannot move very fast on account of the train in my front. I am, yours, T. S. MARVIN, First Lient. and R. 9. ilL Sixty-fourth Ohio Vol. luf. The firing is pretty heavy now, but mostly from our side. While I have been writing three of my mules have been shot while passing. T. S. MARVIN, Regt. 9. N. Sixty-fourth Ohio Volunteer Enfantry. CAMP GENERAL WOODS TRAIN, Whites Plantation, on the Mountain, Oct. 8, 18639 p. in. Col. A. J. MACKAY, Acting Chief Quartermaster: SIR: My train is in park and in good condition. The skirmish of to-day (that I communicated to you at 1 p. m. to-day) was of a worse specimen than what K expected at that time. I lost 2 drivers killed and 2 or 3 wounded slightly, and lost 20 mules killed and wounded so as to disable them from future service. Consequently I had to fill up the train with the extra mules out of those that had only 2 and 3 killed, and I was compelled to leave two wagons at Suck Creek, 6 miles from Chattanooga, at the camp of the pioneers. All quiet now. We start at 5 a. m. to-morrow morning. Colonel, I am, very respectfully, yours, & c., T. S. MARVIN, First Lieat., Regt. 9. N. Sixty-fourth Ohio Vol. Infantry. FORT DUNLAP SIGNAL STATION, Brigadi~r-General WOOD, October 8, 1863. c~ommanding First Division, Twenty-first Army Corps: GENERAL: At sundown a brigade of the enemy moved along the crest of Missionary Ridge in direction of onr right. 1 think the Page 184 184 xx-., sw. VA., TENTh, ~nSs., N. ~ AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. passed do ~n the ridge on this side on the road at headquarters, but am not able to say positively that they came down that road, because it was so very smoky I could only see them occasionally O]1 the road. Respectfully, LUTHER M. DE MOTTE, Lieutenant and Signal Qificer. HEADOUARTERS NINETY-SECOND ILLINOIS VOLUNTEERS, Harrisons Landing, Ten n., October 8, 18637 p. m. ASSISTANT ADJUTANT-GENERAL, Department of the Cnmberland: The enemy just at dusk greatly strengthened their pickets from here to Igons, and camp-fires indicate a reglment of the enemy camped close to Igons Ferry ; heretofore only a light picket has been there. Otherwise all quiet. Most respectfully, SMITH D. ATKINS, Cqlon el Ninety-second Illinois Volunteers. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 8, 1863. Brig. Gen. J. D. MORGAN: The general comnianding directs you to concentrate your entire command at Andersons Cross-Roads, and protect and cover the points above there at which our trains cross the ridge. The general desires you to ascertain and report what troops guard our pontoon bridge at Battle Creek. If it is a portion of your command they must not be withdrawn until relieved by other troops. General Hooker has been directed to relieve your troops on the line of the railroad. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, C. GODDARD, Lieuten ant- Colonel and Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, Ten n., October 8, 1863. Colonel TILLSON, Commanding U. S. Forces at Anderson: COLONEL: The major-general commanding directs me to say that you have been stationed at Anderson for the double purpose of pro- tecting the road from rebel attack and also of expediting the move- ment of our trains. While you will be careful to keep your com- mand concentrated as far as possible for immediate action, you will locate it so that you can constantly supervise the transit of trains, and when necessary will make details from your command ~to assist them, pushing them forward with all dispatch. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, WILLIAM McMICHAEL, Major and Assistant Ac~jutant-General Page 185 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 185 HEAD ~UARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CTJMBERLAND, October 8, 1863. Brig. Gen. R. S. GRANGER, Nashville: Arrest all officers and men who report themselves as having been paroled; put them into camp and examine if their paroles are in contravention of General Orders No. 100, War Department, and if so send them forward to duty under discreet officers, forwarding lists of them to these headquarters. W. S. ROSECRANS, ]Jiliojor-Generai. DUCK RIVER, October 8, 1863. General GARFIELD: Colonel Harden just from Shelbyville; reports that yesterday [Crooks] and Wilders commands drove Wheeler from Slielbyville, and some miles beyond; killed 150 of his men; wounded unknown. Our men were still pursuing at dusk. General Butterfield left Bell Buckle this morning, going north. JOHN COBURN. NASHVILLE, October 8, 1863. FRANK S. BOND: Please remind the general-in-chief that the regiments promised have not reported. There is no difficulty in procuring laborers, but I have not sufficient guards to distribute them on the road. By to- morrow night there will be near 1,000 negroes on the road, a strong temptation for rebels to attack. I only wait a sufficient force to begin laying the track from Waverly toward Nashville. I shall organize and arm the negroes. If the rebels object to being killed by them, they can stay out of the way. The road shall be built. Only give me half a chance. One stampede would ruin all. Please answer. AL~XTAN C. GILLEM, Brigadier-General, U. S. Volunteers. HDQRS. SECOND BATTN., SECOND MICHIGAN CAVALRY Rankins Ferry, October 8, 1863 Maj. W. H. SINCLAIR, Assistant Adjutant- General: MAJOR: I have the honor to report all quiet here, and no change since last report. Pickets of enemy seen opposite. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, B. P. WELLS, Gaptain Second Michigan Gavalry, Commanding. Colonel GODDARD, MURFREESBOROUGH, October 8, 1863. Assistant Ac~jutant- General: General Crook has ordered me back to this place uncter arrest charged with thwarting his plans. There is no foundation for th Page 186 ii ;c I~Y., sw. VA., TEN N., 7\IIs~K, N. A J~\., AND ~ ox. fe~Ar. XLII. charges. I respectfully ask the general commanding to suspend my arrest during active operations, arid to order me to rejoin my brig- ade. * U. H. G. MiNTY, Colonel. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, Tenn.. October 8, 1863. Brig. Gen. J. G. SPEARS: rrh~ general commanding directs that you instruct your sentinels to he very vigilant to-night and send men across the river, if p0581- ble, to ascertain as to the movements of the enemy. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, J. A. GARFIELD, Brigadier-General and Chief of Staff. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, Teun., October 8, 1863. Major-General HOOKER, Commanding Eleventh and Twe~fth Army Corps: The general commanding directs you to relieve the command of Brigadier-General Morgan from duty on the line of the railroad, that he may comply with orde s just sent him from these head- quarters. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, C. GODDARD, Lienlenant- Colonel and Assistant A~jntant- General. STEVENSON, October 8, 186310 a. m. Brigadier-General GARFIELD: Major-General Butterfield informs i~ie that the rebels are thor- oughly routed and dispersed300 prisoners, and a large number killed and wounded. He hopes to have railroad and telegraphic com- munication open, and a train through to-night. He has already commumcated with Murfreesborough. Dispatch dated 5 a. m. JOSEPH HOOKER, Major- General. Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 8, 18631 p. m. Major-General HOOKER, Stevenson: The general commanding desires you to send us some beef-cattle if you can. We are getting very short. J. A. GARFIELD Brigadier-General and Chief of ~taff. * ~e foot-note, Part H. p. 668 Page 187 ChAP. XLII.j ({RR1;SPONDI; NCiE ITO V NiON. 187 HEADQUAR~TERS DE?ARTME TT OF THE CUMBE~LAND, Chattanooga, October 8. 18633 p. rn. Major-General HOOKER, Sterefl8on: I am gratified with your promptitude and energy, as shown by your reports. The beef contractors are much behiudhaud, and I shall wish your aid in pushing forward supplies of beef. W. S. ROSECRANS, Mc~jor- General. STEVENSON, October 8, 18639 p. m. Brigadier-General GARFIELD, Chief of Staff: The post commissary informs me that 300 head of beef-cattle left Cowan this morning; will be here to-morrow and will send them at once. JOSEPH HOOKER, Major- General. STEVENSON, October 8, 186310 a. m. Major-General BUTTERFIELD, .Wartrace: Can you inform me in what direction the rebels are retiring? If toward Huntsville I can strike them there. If the Ohio battery is no longer needed, direct it to return here, and post the Twelfth Corps where most required to protect the road. When our communication is fully re-opened reti in. JOSEPH HOOKER, Major- General, (Joinmandinq. STEVENSON, October 8, 18633.30 p. m. Major-General BUTTERFIELD, Wartrace: With my limited knowledge of the character of the troops stationed along the road, and not feeling confident as to the whereabouts and movements of the enemy, it will be advisable for the present to stretch the Twelfth Corps along the road from Murfreesborough to Tantalon, at the same time making use of all the qther troops now on the road for the same service. Direct General Slocum to estab- lish his headquarters at Wartrace, and place him in command of all the troops on the line indicated. One of his division commanders should be at Decherd; the other he can establish where he pleases. Before returning I wish you to visit the line and see if it is all right. JOSEPH HOOKER, Major- General, Commanding Page 188 188 KY~, SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. rC~AP XLII STEVE TSO i, October 8, 18634 p. m. Major-General BUTTERFIELD, Wartrace: Dispatch of 3.45 just received. Get the troops ill position as assigned, and we will see if we cant have a stand-np fight with .the enemy, if in the force represented. JOSEPH HOOKER, Major- General, Commanding. BURNED BRiDGE, October 8, 18634.30 p. m. General ROSECRANS: Telegraphic communications are re-opened through. The railroad - bridge here I hope will be finished to-night. Good reports of Pen- dergrass at Stones River bridges. Railroad communication will be opened to-morrow at noon certain, if not at daylight. DANL. BUTTERFIELD, lIlcijor- General and Chief of Staff. STEVENSON, October 8, 18636 p. lii. Major-General BUTTERFIELD: Collect all the details respecting the capture of our forces and the abandonment of the posts between this and Mnrfreesborongh, also the burning of the bridges at Duck River and Stones River, and the forces in position at the time to defend them. With my present knowledge, there appears to have been bad conduct enough to dis- honor a nation. JOSEPH HOOKER, Major- General, Commanding. BURNED BRIDGE, October 8, 18634.40 p. m. Major-General SLOCUM, Nashville: General Hooker directs me to say that not being certain as to the whereabouts and movements of the enemy, it will be advisable for the present to stretch the Twelfth Corps along the road from Mur- freesborough to Tantalon, at the same time making use of all the other troops now on the road for the same service. He directs you to establish your headquarters at Wartrace, and assume the command of all the troops on the line indicated. One division commander should be at Decherd, the other wherever you may direct. The brigades of General Knipe and General Ruger, with the ex- ception of a small detachuient here, are between Bell Buckle and Murfreesborough on the road, pushing repairs and connections under instructions from General Hooker directing me to move them this way for that purpose. Two battalions of General Gearys command are at Duck River bridge, the balance in the vicinity of Murfrees- borough. lit would be most expeditious to march these troops to their posi- tions in view of the necessity for the railroad in forwarding supplies. Please acknowledge receipt of this. DANL. BUTTERFIELD, Major-General, Chief of Staff Page 189 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 189 NASHVILLE, October 8, 1863. General WILLIAMS: Your command must hold Tullahoma in addition to the other duty I informed you of in your former orders. H. W. SLOCUM, Jiliajor- General. WARTRACE, October 8, 1863. I3rigadier-General WILLIAMS: Instructions to Genejal Slocum by telegraph post his command between Murfreesborough and Tantalon. Knipes brigade is here. Rugers between Stones River and Fosterville. I presume General Slocum will to-night give full instructions to troops; will have to march to their positions to have the railroad for supplies. DANL. BUTTERFIELD, Major- General. MUREREESBOROUGH, TENN., October 8, 1863. Major-General BUTTERFIELD: The bridge near this will be repaired to-night; troops go forward in the morning. General Ward, in command of this post, thinks he will be left too weak. Shall part of Gearys division be left here for the present? A. S. WILLIAMS, Brigadier-General. WARTRACE, October 8, 1863. (Received 5 p. in.) Brigadier-General WILLIAMS: Let sufficient of General Gearys command remain at Murfrees borough to make it secure for the present. Will telegraph you again this ~. m. DANL. BUTTERFIELD, Major-General. BELL BUCKLE, October 8. 1863. COMMANDING OFFICER, (Received 3.30 ~. in.) Forces of Twelfth Gorps, Jlihufreesboroaqh: The major-general commanding directs that you us~ every possible exertion to push on the work of opening communication. That you enjoin and exact the greatest vigilance, energy, and activity from every officer and man for this purpose, and that no one is allowed to rest until colnnlnlIi( tions are filly r(stored. DANL. BUTTERFILLD, Major- General Page 190 IUO KL, ~W. VA., TENN., MI~., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. WARTRACE, October 8, 1863. COMMANDING OFFICER, U. S. Forces at ]Jiliurfreesboroagh: Please inform me what forces and what officers of the Twelfth 9 Corps are in Murfreesborough. DANL. BUTTERFIELD, Major- General. MURFREESBOROUGH, October 8, 1863. Major-General BUTTERFIELD: Geary has eight regiments here and one at bridge below here. I have about 300 men of First Division. The road is all clear between this and Wartrace. The rebels are all below you. The railroad will be opened to-morrow morning, when everything will go forward. This town, with large public stores, has too small a command after we leave. I have been to the bridge, and urged all possible dispatch; all is done possible to rebuild the bridge 3 miles below. A. S. WILLIAMS, Brigadier- General. WARTRACE, October 8, 1863. (Received 3.30 p. in.) General A. S. WILLIAMS, Mtufreesborou gh: General Rugers brigade is moving to-day between Fosterville and Murfreesborougli, to push with all vigor in restoring communica- tions. General Knipes brigade is between Bell Buckle and Foster- ville. Assume command of your division as soon as possible. The Seventh and Sixty-sixth Ohio, of Gearys, are with Ruger. The two regiments under Lieutenant-Colonel Pardee are at Duck River bridge. DANL. BUTTERFIELD, Major- General. MURFREESBOROUGII, October 8, 1863. Major-General SLOCUM, Nashville Did you authorize General Granger to say that I must leave a part of Twelfth Corps here? If so, what force shall be left? A. S. WILLIAMS, Brigadier- General. WARTRACE, October 8, 1863. Major-General BUTTERFIELD: Nothing from Colonel Galbraith; have sent telegraphic dispatches from Stevenson to General Crook, and Colonel Galbraiths messen~ ~ not yet r~turnc JOS. F. KNIPE, Brigadier-G 7wral Page 191 CHAP. XL11J CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.I N10N. NASHVILLE, October 8, 1863. (Received Wartrace 7.05 p. in.) Major-General BUTTERFIELD: Dispatch just received. I am happy to hear matters are gettin6 along so well. Hope to finish Stones River [bridge] to-morrow. Hurry telegraph through; we need it much. II have received dis- patch from General Hooker about Eleventh Corps artillery, and have answered. See the message on its way. WM. P. INNES, C/olui4 aal Mdtlary Superbtteudenl. HEADQUARTERS ELEVENTH CORPS, October 8, 1863. Maj. Gen. JOSEPH HOOKER: The foraging party sent out to-day, conducted by my chief quar- termaster, has been very successful, they having brought in 1,045 bushels of corn. The fields are only 4 to S miles from here, on the other side and on the bank of the river, it seemusto me a pity to leave time corn there yet to the rebels, amid would like to send. again to- morrow witlm your sanction. A compaiiy of cavalry, which ac- compamned the party, captured 1 wagomm, 1 captain, and 2 men and a few simmall-arnis. 0. 0. HOWARD, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS ELEVENTH CORPS, October 8, 1863. Maj. Gen. 0. 0. HOWARD, Commanding Eleventh (Jorp.s. GENERAL : I have to report as the result of tIme fora~ ing expedition semit out under mny charge this day, timat ninety-five wagons left tIme poimtoon at 9 a. mu., amid wemit dowmm tIme river about 5 miles to Island Creek, and these teams were loaded at the farum of Hiram Gibson, the cormi beino time clop of one Poe, a scout and guide in the employ of time Comufed~rate States. Fifty six ot the~e wagomms belomuged to the pomutoomi traimm, amid of tlitse fom t~ five were without boxes. In the whole train we were them efoi able to brino only 1,015 bushels of corn. Time cavalry detachmmment of 2 ~ m~ a (C apt tin Casomi, Fifth Temi- miessee) were semit oni on t scout on mntom iii ttiomm deemned~ reliable, after the train Imad arri ved at uts destmmmatmc ii md was being loaded imi a safe place, and they captlmme(l and omA)u~ht in Maj. H. S. [?] Will- iammis, Nimith Alabanma In faim ti ~ Capt J J [~J Jommes, Thmirty-mminth Alabanma infautmy and rreNted Jinmes H. Be]l and David Harris, citizensBell.accused ot hrivmmmo stolemi a lot of U S houses last fall, and Harris of comicealmno trautors amid arums for tIme use of traitors. They also brought iii t o pueces it gray cloth (reTh 1 a immy pattern). one hot~un, one m ufie one sabem on Colt rex oh em one bumidle of f~aper2 found at Tones cm nuasket found at Hordalor two Thot guns found at B. IVI. Scm aggs, on ir ~rmy hocit } at~ ?art~w, cue vager at Lii P ci i Page 192 192 KY., SW. VA., TEYN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. The infantry escort (Twenty-seventh Pennsylvania), under Major McAloon, marched rapidly with the train, were vigilant, and not a straggler was to be seen. Some of the men who accompanied the teams, ostensibly to load, commenced to plunder and rob as soon as the teams halted, ranging the woods and shooting pigs and poultry, regardless of orders or duty. Owing to the thickness ot the woods I was able to arrest only 2 of these, McCarty, of the Tenth Wisconsin Battery, and Tolle, of Captain Lefferts company (One hundred and first Illinois). Each shot a hog and was caught in the act. These hogs would weigh about 40 pounds each, and belonged to Hiram Gibson, an old man, who I am informed and believe is a Union man~ Union from the first to the last. , has always been As these men were not in the Eleventh Corps, and the services of one at least was necessary as driver, I did not punish them at the time, but report them with the hope that they will not escape, and that they will be made to pay for the pork in addition to other pun- ishment. Respectfully submitted. WM. G. LE DUC, Lient. Cot., and Chief Quartermaster, Eleventh Corps. STEVENSON, October 8, 186310.30 a. m. Major-General HOWARD: You must keep your eyes open if you attempt to forage on the opposite side of the river. You may escape to-day, but I would not repeat it at present. Good news from the rear. The raiders have been completely routed; 300 prisoners We look for through trains to-night. , many killed and wounded. Have you a suitable officer to examine the opposite shore with a view to additional defenses for the protection of the railroad bridge? I suppose the bridge-head will suffice for the pontoon bridge. If nothing should happen to prevent, I will try to go to Bridgeport to- morrow. JOSEPH HOOKER, iliajor- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS ELEVENTH AND TWELFTH CORPS, Stevenso Major-General HOWARD, n, Ala., October 8, 1863. Commanding at Bridgeport: GENERAL: Instructions from the headquarters of the Army of the Cumberland, dated the 7th i~nstant, have just been received, direct- ing that the road from Bridgeport to Jasper be put in good condi- tion, as supplies for the army at Chattauooga will have to be for- warded over that route by wagons for some time to come. It will be necessary, therefore, to put it in sui)stantial repair, and that as speedily as ci rcnmstau ces will permit. As your corps is liable to be called on for heavy details in the con struiction of the iiecessary defenses about Bridgeport, the major- general commanding suggests that you have the One hundred an Page 193 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 193 first Illinois Volunteers detailed for this service, with directions to commence the work at once. It will be advisable for the regiment to encamp on the road until the work is finished. An experienced road-bnilder shonld be detailed to determine where and in what manner the repairs shall be made. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, WM. H. LAWRENCE, Major, Aide-de-Carnp, and Aety. Asst. Adjt. Gem. LoUIsvILLE, Ky., October 8, 1863. (Received 11.40 a. in.) Hon. E. M. STANTON: I think some action should be taken by the Department by which the contract for transportation of supplies other than military on the Government roads south of this point should be carefully made, and be subject to the approval of the Secretary of War before being of binding effect at all. The transportation should be in the hands of responsible parties, and not be under the direct control of superin- tendents of military roads or of the quartermasters. Their other duties are quite sufficient to occupy all their time. The Adams Ex- press Company have about thirty cars provided for that purpose, and propose to pay such rates as may be satisfactory to you and furnish all the facilities to handle the business promptly. This matter needs attention at once. THOS. A. SCOTT, Colonel and Aide-de-Gamp. LOuISVILLE, Kv.,October 8, 18635.30 p. in. (Received 9.10 p. in.) Hon. E. M. STANTON: Army wagons are very much wanted in the front. There are about four hundred wagons that could be sent by turnpike if we had forces as an escort. Can you have the Seventh Indiana Cavalry, now at Indianapolis, armed and sent here as an escort to them through? General Boyle has no troops that can be used for the pur- pose. All our railway equipment will be busy sending supplies for- ward until equipment of Eastern corps begins to move. THOS. A. SCOTT, Colonel, & c. LoUISvILLE, Kv.,October 8, 18638 p. in. (Received 12.05 a. in., 9th.) Hon. E. M. STANTON, Secretary of War: Passenger train coming in from Lebanon on the branch road was captured by guerrillas and bnrned. Passengers robbed. We get the information from a brakeman on the train who escaped. He sup- posed the attacking party to number about 100. New Hope is about 16 miles from the main line, and above Lebanon, where there are large amounts of stores belonging to Burusides army. THOS. A. SCOTT. 13 R RVOL XXX, PT I Page 194 194 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. BOWLING GREEN, KY., October 8, 1863. (Received 12.40 p. in., 9th.) Maj. THOMAS T. ECKERT, Washington, D. C.: Glasgow office re-opened yesterday. Chattanooga line got to work at 4 this p. in., now working within 3 miles of Chattanooga. Enemy captured and destroyed a train this p. m. on Lebanon branch road, near New Haven, Ky. Force not known. No particulars. SAML. BRUCH, Captain, and Asst. Supt., U. S. Military Telegraph. HDQRS. OF THE ARMY, ADJUTANT-GENERALS OFFICE, Washington, October 8, 1863. Maj. Gen. A. E. BURNSIDE, Comdg. Dept. of the Ohio, Cincinnati, Ohio: The General-in-Chief directs that you will at once put en route for the headqnarters Department of the Cumberland the Tenth Michi- gan Cavalry, now at Grand Rapids, Mich., to report to Major-Gen- eral Rosecrans for duty. By command of Major-General Halleck: E. D. TOWNSEND, Assistant Adjutant- General. r Similar instructions were given on same date to Major-General Pope to send Eighth Iowa Cavalry to same destination.] HEADQUARTERS, Louisville, October 8, 1863. Capt. W. P. ANDERSON: General Rosecrans telegraphs me that he believes the rebels will strike the Louisville and Nashville Railroad in force in a day or two. He supposed a division of Shermans force was here, and ordered that I nse it. No force here or coming. I find from Lieu- tenant Smyser that there are cavalry arms here for a regiment. Can the Seventh Indiana come down at once? J. T. BOYLE, Brigadier-General. CINCINNATI, OHIo, October 8, 1863. Governor 0. P. MORTON, Indianapolis, md.: The following has jnst been received: LoUIsvILLE, October 5, 1863. Capt. W. P. ANDERSON: General Rosecrans telegraphs me that the rebels will strike the Louisville and Nashville Railroad in force in a day or two. He supposed a division of Shermans force was here or coming. I find from Lieutenant Smyser that there are cavalry arms here for a regiment. Can the Seventh Indiana come down at once? J. T. BOYLE, Brigadier-General, Commanding. Under these circumstances can the Governor order the Seventh to at once report to General Boyle for duty? They will be armed at Louisville. Please answer. A. E. BURNSIDE, Major- General. By W. P. ANDERSON, A~si~tc~nt Adjutant-Ger~eral. Page 195 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 195 LOUISVILLE, Ky., October 8, 1863. Captain ANDERSON: Rebels captured Lebanon train, burned baggage-car and two passen- ger-cars, robbed passengers. Richardson, commanding rebels, stated they were scouting party in advance and main force would strike Louisville and Nashville Railroad in morning. I have no force; cannot force be sent to-night from Indianapolis? J. T. BOYLE, Brigadier-General. Governor 0. P. MORTON, CINCINNATI, OHIO, October 8, 1863. Indianapolis, md.: The rebels have captured the Lebanon train; they will probably strike the Louisville and Nashville Railroad to-morrow. Please order the Seventh Cavalry to report to General Boyle at once. If their arms have not arrived, they will be armed at Louisville. By command of Major-General Burnside: W. P. ANDERSON, Assistant Adjutant-General. INDIANAPOLIS, October 8, 1863. W. P. ANDERSON: Quartermaster reports that Government agent for transporting Eastern troops has possession of all transportation, and he cannot move the Seventh Cavalry for two or three days. Equipments have just arrived and are being distributed; horses are not shod, but they will go on as soon as transportation can be had. W. R. HOLLOWAY, Private Secretary. MUNFORDVILLE, October 8, 1863. Capt. A. C. SEMPLE, Louisville: No rebels have been at Rowletts Station to-day; none are advanc- ing. I have no cavalry at this place; have quite a number of horses but no equipments. I have no cavalry force in this vicinity. Have 50 mounted infantry in vicinity of Cave City and Glasgow. Notice has been given to all the posts on the railroad north of this point to look out for rebels. E. H. HOBSON, Brigadier-General. MUNFORDVILLE, October 8, 1863. Captain S~MPLE, Louisville: No rebels in Tompkinsville to-day. Learned through railroad agent that traiii had been burned on Lebanon branch road to-day. I notified my command at all the posts several days since to look out for rebel squads. Is there any possible chance for me to get 100 cavalry equipments to mount men at this place? E. H. HOBSON, BriUadier-GeHeral Page 196 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. MUNFORDYILLE, October 8, 1863. Capt. A. C. SEMPLE, Assistant Adjutant-General: Major Martin has returned from the pursuit of rebels. He recapt- ured 2 wagons, 3 mules and 70 guns. He reports that 60 of his men were captured at Glasgow and the remainder are scattered through the country. He suffered his command to be surprised. He reports that rebels were in Tompkinsville this morning. The information was brought in by citizens. I have.instructed my command relative to the expected raid. It would be well to send all the cavalry you have to spare, from other points, to this place and Cave City. Colonel Spaulding had not arrived at Glasgow at 4 p. m. E. H. HOBSON, Brigadier-General. MUNFORDVILLE, Octooer 8, 1863. OPERATOR Elizabethtown: Give notice to military at the nearest points that rebels, after burn- ing train on Lebanon road, started toward Elizabethtown ; guards musl~ protect railroad bridge. E. H. HOBSON, Brigadier-General. MUNFORDVILLE, October 8, 1863. Major MARTIN, Glasgow: Rebels have teen on Lebanon branch road. Destroyed train. They are all over the country in small squads. Keep your cavalry on the lookout. Learn if possible if Colonel Spaulding is on his way, and give me notice. E. H. HOBSON, Brigadier- General. MUNFORDVILLE, October 8, 1863. Major MARTIN, Glasgow: Use all the mounted force for picket and scouting purposes. Let the iufantry occupy the fort, and hold it; if rebels should make an effort to come into this place, have the pickets understand that they are to assemble at that point if driven in by rebels. Appoint an of- ficer to superintend the pickets and guards, and punish any neglect of duty. If you think the stores are in danger it would be well to move them. E. H. HOBSON, Brigadier- General Page 197 CHM~. XLII] COREESPONDEXCE, ETC .-~----UNJO~. 197 MUNFORDYILLE, October 8, 1863. Major MARTIN, Glasgow: Let your paroled men remain at Glasgow until further orders. You must not permit them to go to their homes. Get your men into camp and put them under rigid discipline, ~nd let them know that they are soldiers and must act as such. E. H. HOBSON, Brigadier- General, Commanding. MUNFORDYILLE, October 8, 1863. Major MARTIN, Glasgow: Let me know the number of men you have of your battalion not captured, and number captured. How many are now at Glasgow? Have they horses? You will also report the arrival of Colonel Spaulding. Answer this evening. E. H. HOBSON, Brigadier-General. t MUNFORDYILLE, October 8, 1863. Major MARTIN, Glasgow: If you have many guns and quartermaster stores that will not be required for immediate use, it would be well to send them to this place in wagons under charge of some one of your command. Tel- egram just received indicates that rebels design making an extensive raid on railroad. Use the greatest vigilance and precaution; get your men together as soon as possible. E. H. HOBSON, Brigadier-General. MUNFORDVILLE, October 8, 1863. Capt. M. T. HALL, Glasgow: Report by telegraph immediately how matters stand in vicinity of Glasgow. Have Beck and Spaulding arrived? Have you heard from them? E. H. HOBSON, Brigadier-General. MUNFORDYILLE, October 8, 1863. Lieutenant GORIN, Cave City: Use the greatest vigilance and precaution to prevent surprise, and protect the road. Keep your men ready at all times. E. H. HOBSON, Brigadier-General Page 198 198 KY., SW. VA., TIENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [Ca& i~. XLIL MUNFORDYILLE, October 8, 1863. Captain HARE: I have just received reliable information that rebels, supposed to number 100, burned train on Lebanon branch road to-day. I have information also that rebels design making a raid on Louisville and Nashville road for purpose of destroying Rosecrans line of com- munication. Use the greatest vigilance and precaution to prevent the destruction of the bridge. Respectfully, E. H. HOBSON, Brigadier-General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 8, 1863. COMMANDING OFFICER, Knoxville, Tenn.: When did General I3urnside leave Knoxville? Which way did his troops moves W. S. ROSECRANS, Jklajor- General. HEADQUARTERS SEVENTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Vichsbnrg, Jlliiss., October 9, 1863. Brig. Gen. T. KILBY SMITH. Commanding Brigade: GENERAL: You will embark your brigade as soon as possible on whatever boats can be provided and come to this point. It is im- portant that you should be here with your command at the earliest moment practicable. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, JAS. B. MCPHERSON, lliliajor- General. HEADQUARTERS FIFTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Memphis, October 9, 1863. Major-General HURLBUT, Commanding Sixteenth Army Corps: DEAR GENERAL: The way to stop that force, which is evidently threatening the flank of our movement, is to send a good brigade of your corps straight for Holly Springs. The moment the head of the column reaches Byhalia, that force will disappear from Lamar an(l Salem. I dont believe the eighteen pieces of artillery, nor much the infantry, but Sweeny has one of my brigades and I will send another out to-night, but I want them both to push on at once. Yours, W. T. SHERMAN, Major-General Page 199 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.tTNJON. 1199 LA GRANGE, October 9, 1863. Major-General HURLBUT: GENERAL: I have ordered two regiments of infantry and a section of artillery to defend the Crossing of Wolf River at Divis Mills. There is none of onr cavalry that I know of in this vicinity except- ing the Sixth Illinois, with Colonel Hatch, near Lamar. I am not aware as yet of the strength of the enemy at that point, the wires being cnt between here and Memphis. An attack may be made at some point west of this place. I will act according to circnrnstances when things are more fnliy developed. I am greatly embarrassed in conseqnence of being ignorant of the operations of onr cavalry, as they seem to think it not necessary to make reports to any one ex- cept Colonel Hatch. T. W. SWEENY. Brigadier- General. HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS Memphis, Tenn., October 9, 1863. Brigadier-General SWEENY, La Grange, Tenn.: Keep yourself in communication with Colonel Hatch and report the strength of the enemy. If the cavalry have obeyed orders, they, should be on the flank and rear of the enemy this morning. S. A. HURLBUT, Major- General. LA GRANGE, October 9, 1863. Major-General HURLEUT, Memphis: GENERAL: I have detained Colonel Spooners brigade here, leav- ing one regiment at Moscow, to enable me to move out in the niorn- ing at daylight to attack the enemy, who is in strong force at Salem. I have ordered the Ninth Illiiiois Mouiited Infantry here from~ Sauls- bury. If I can commnnicate with the Third Michigan Cavalry, I will order them here also. The cavalry will then be all here, I be- lieve, except those with Colonel Hatch, who has received instrnc- tions to co-operate with Colonel Rice at Davis Mills, and hold the enemy in check there nutil I move ont. T. W. SWEENY, (Copy to Colonel Mersy.) Brigadier- General. LA GRANGE, TENN., October 9, 1863. Major-General HURLBUT, Memphis, Tenn.: I have just heard from Sanlsbury that our forces (Colonel Mc- Crillis brigade and Colonel Phillips rcgiment mouute(l infantry) who were engaged with the enemy yesterday at Salem had falle Page 200 200 KY., 8W. VA., ~L1~NN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. ICHAP. XL1i. back to Sanisbury with considerable loss, and are on their way to this place. Some of them have already arrived. They report the enemy 4,000 strong, with two regiments infantry commanded, they think, by Chalmers and Lee. I will detain Colonel Spooners bri- gade here nntil further orders from yon. T. W. SWEENY, Brigadier- General. NORTH OF SALEM, October 9, 18632 p. m. Generals HTJRLBUT and SWEENY: I nioved on to Salem this morning, making an attack on the north side of the place. Expected the co-operation of McCrillis and Phil- lips. The infantry failing to come np to my snpport, Colonels Mc- Crillis and Phillips having been forced back, I shall fall back on La Grange. From reports, the enemy has a nnmber of gnns, and is in heavy force, not less than 4,000. He has his camp and garrison eqnipage with him. My force is short of 800. E. HATCH, C~olonel, C~ommanding Cavalry Division. LA GRANGE, TENN., October 9, 1863. Major-General HURLBUT, Memphis, Tenn.: Jnst heard from Colonel Hatch, who was near Lamar. Says Mc- Crillis skirmished with the enemy all day yesterday at Salem, bnt made no impression. Thinks the enemy received heavy re-enforce- ments last night from buy S p rings, and is now very strong, with eighteen pieces of artillery. Colonel Hatch was abont moving to join McCrillis. T. W. SWEENY, Brigadier-General. HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Memphis, Tenn., October 9, 1863. Brigadier-General SWEENY, La Grange, Tenn.: Hold Spooners brigade at La Grange. Instruct the cavalry where yonr infantry is posted, so they can rally on it if hard pressed. Notify General Carr promptly of any change, and if the enemy seem inclined to accept battle, move ont with snificient force to thrash him thoronghly. Carr is anthorized to bring down as mnch of Sher- mans force at Corinth as he considers necessary. The danger at La Grange is only from flank and rear. S. A. HURLBUT, Major- General Page 201 ChAP. XLJ.I.J CORRESPONDENCE, ETO.tJNIO~. ~Ol LA GRANGE. October 9, 1863. (Received 10th.) Major-General HURLBUT: The cavalry which have returned from the front have exhausted their ammunition, owing to which fact I shall not be able to move upon the enemy until the morning of the 11th October, 1863, when I will move south with what forces I can safely spare from this post. I still keep a force at Davis Mills, but continue to scout the country to the right and left of me. The enemy are reported finely armed. Col. Ben. Spooners brigade is detained here in order that I may move a larger force to the front. No news of importance this even- ing. T. W. SWEENY, Brigadier- General. HDQRS. SECOND DIvISION, SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, La Grange, Tenn.,October 9, 1863. Col. BEN. J. SPOONER Commanding Second Brigade: COLONEL: The emergencies of the occasion require the detention of your command at this place for the present. I have sent a dis- patch to General Hurlbut in reference to the matter. Please report to these headquarters, as I desire to confer personally with you. By order of Brig. Gen. T. W. Sweeny: L. H. EVERTS, Assistant Adjutant-General. HEAt~QUARTER5 SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Col. EDWARD HATCH, Memphis, Tenn., October 9, 1863. La Grange: Assemble your cavalry and with General Sweenys infantry and artillery move upon the enemy firmly. They will probably break the road somewhere to-night. Report to Generals Sweeny and Carr so as to have perfect co-operation in the movement. S. A. HURLBUT, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS Col. EDWARD HATCH, Memphis, Tenn., October 9, 1863. La Grange, Tenn.: Issue orders for all cavalry to meet you at such place as you ap- point. Follow them sharply and strike heavily. The Seventh Kansas is on its way to La Grange. The Third Michigan is coming in from New Albany, having stampeded their reserve under Richard- son. The Fifth Ohio not yet in at Corinth. Call upon Carr at Corinth for what you want and move sharply until you drivethem on their infantry supports if they have any. Pursue with vigor and break them up thoroughly. S. A. HURLBUT, Major- General Page 202 202 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., ~. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLIL HDQRS. SECOND DIVIsIoN, SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, La Grange, Tenn., October 9, 1863. Col. EDWARD HATCH, Commanding Cavalry Division, In the Field: Col. E. W. Rice, with two regiments of infantry and one section of artillery, has been sent to Davis Mills, where he will be ready to snpport yon if necessary; he will probably remain dnriiig most of the day. You had better open communication with him at once. By order of T. W. Sweeny, brigadier-general commanding: L. H. EVERTS, Captain and Assistant Adjutant-General. HDQRS. SECOND DIVISION, SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, La Grange, Tenn., October 9, 1863. Col. EDWARD HATCH, Commanding Cavalry Division, In the Field: Our cavalry, McCrillis, Hnrst, and Phillips, have retnrned via Sanlsbury. McCrillis is here. Yon had better fall back on the Holly Springs road within supporting distance of Colonel Rice, who is at Davis Mills, and keep open commnnication with him, watching all approaches to this place from that direction. Inform me of all important movements of the enemy, or information thereof. Our cavalry were forced to fall back from Salem with quite a nnmber killed and wonnded. By order of T. W. Sweeny, brigadier-general commanding: L. H. EVERTS, Assistant Adjutant- General. HDQRS. SECOND DIVISION, SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, La Grange, Teun., October 9, 1863. Col. E. W. RICE, Commanding First Brigade, Davis Mills: Commnnicate with Colonel Hatch. He must fall back on the Holly Springs road, as the enemy is in strong force at Salem, having driven our forces ont of that place last night. Colonels Hnrst, MeCrillis, and a part of the Ninth Illinois Infantry (mounted) hav- ing returned by way of Saulsbury, you will hold your position until further orders. Send the inclosed (lispatch to Colonel Hatch. By order of T. W. Sweeny, brigadier-general: L. H. EVERTS, Assistant Ac~jntant-General. ~iuc1osure.] HDQRS. SECOND DIVISION,SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, La Grange, Tenn., October 9, 1863. Col. EDWARD HATCH, Commanding Cavalry Division, In the Field: COLONEL: Watch the enemy and keep him where he is if possible. I will join you in the morning with infantry, artillery, and cavalry Page 203 OHAP. XLII.1 CORPJ~SPONDtNCE, ETC. UNION. 203 The Second Brigade Cavalry, with the exception of two companies strayed, has arrived (Sixth Tennessee Cavalry at Grand Junction), and part of the Seventh Illinois Cavalry are also here. Communi- cate with these headquarters during the night if any change takes place in the condition of affairs in front. By order of T. W. Sweeny, brigadier-general commanding: L. H. EVERTS, Captain and Assistant AWn ta nt- General. What rations, and how much ammunition for the troops do you require? L. H. EVERTS, Assistant Adjutant-General. HDQRS. SECOND DIVISION, SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, La Grange, Tenn., October 9, 1863. Col. L. F. MCCRILLIS, Commanding Second Brigade: How much of your force is here? Where is the Sixth Tennessee Cavalry? Send two squadrons to Lieutenant Bennett, post quarter- master, to guard supply train to Colonel Rice at Davis Mills. By order of Brig. Gen. T. W. Sweeny: L. H. EVERTS, Gaptain and Assistant Adjutant-General. Colonel MERSY, SAULS]3URY, October 9, 1863. Commanding: Received order from General Sweeny to report with my command at La Grange immediately. Captain Hawes arrived at this place this morning with a part of my eomlnan(l, and left before my arrival. I ordered him back, but he has not reported yet. Will inform you before I leave this place about his return and non-arrival. If he has reached Pocahontas, l)iease order him hack with every available man of the regiment, then to report to me here. J. J. PHILLIPS, Lieutenant- Colonel. CIRCULAR.] HDQRS. SECOND DIv., SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, La Grange, Teun., October 9, 1863. The troops of this post, including the Second Brigade, Second Division, Sixteenth Army Corps, will hold themselves in readiness to move to the front at daybreak to-morrow with five days rations, two in haversacks and two in wagons; infantry with 40 rounds of ammunition in cartridge-boxes and 20 in wagons; cavalry with 60 rounds of ammunition per man if that amoumit can properly be taken; and artillery with 200 rounds ammunition per piece. Commanding officers will be held responsible for prompt compliance herewith. By order of Brig. Gen. T. W. Sweeny, commanding: L. H. EVERTS, Captain and Assistant Adjutant-General Page 204 ~O4 KY., SW. VA., ~ MISS., I~. ALA., A~P N. GA. [OHAP. XLII. CIRCULAR.] HDQRS. SECOND Div., SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, La Grange, Tenn., October 9, 1863. The contemplated movement of the troops from this place is here- by postponed until further orders from these headqnarters. By order of Brig. Gen. T. XV. Sweeny, commanding: L. H. EVERTS, Assistant Adjutant- General. (To brigades and detachments.) LA GRANGE, October 9, 1863. (Received 10th.) Major-General HuRLBuT: I reported to General Sweeny at 8 oclock this evening. At dark there was no niovement of the enemy discovered by the cavalry. The enemy gave up skirmishing with me 5 miles this side of Salem at 4 oclock p. m. General Sweeny issues orders to the cavalry not through me. I believe, however, he is concentrating the most of the La Graiige and Corinth cavalry here. E. HATCH, Colonel. HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Mem~phis, Teun., October 9, 1863. Brig. Gen. E. A. CARR, Corinth, Miss.: If the enemy really mean fight, or are in your judgment likely to stand at all, move upon them with infantry and artillery. I have directed Sweeny to hold Spooners brigade at La Grange. You can borrow what force you require from Shermans command, and with our.cavalry should be able to break them up. S. A. HURLBUT, 11102 or- General. CORINTH, October 9, 1863. Major-General HURLBUT: I have telegraphed Sweeny to assume command of all troops and attack. He has only 1,500 infantry of his own. Please re-enforce him as far as po8sible. I have no troops nor cars. I expect the line will be cut soon. Third Michigan started this morning. If you do not approve my orders please countermand them. E. A. CARR, Brigadier- General. CORINTH. October 9, 1863. General SWEENY, La Grange: Assume command of all the troops near you, including cavalry and Shermans men, and move out and attack the enemy. E. A. CARR, Brigadier-General Page 205 CHAP. XLII] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 205 CORINTH, October 9, 1863. Major-General HURLEUT: I think Sweeny had better take one brigade of Shermans and leave another at La Grange. Cavalry have been repulsed; are some- what discouraged and are very tired. Hatch seems to think the enemy has been re-enforced from Holly Springs, and all seem to think him strong enough to attack the ordinary force at La Grange. Better have too many than too few. E. A. CARR, Brigadier-General. CORINTH, October 9, 1863. Major-General HJSRLBUT: Phillips and McCrillis were at Salem yesterday. Rebels, about 4,000, under Chalmers or Lee, attacked them fiercely; fought them all the afternoon and drove them back. Sweeny has but 1,500 in- fantry. Cannot some of Shermans men be placed under him so that he can move out and attack? E. A. CARR, Brigadier-General. HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, iJiemphis, Tenn., October 9, 1863. Brig. Gen. E. A. CARR, Corinth, Miss.: ~weeny has been ordered to take his command and leave Spooners brigade of Shermans corps at La Grange. With his infantry, artil- lery, and cavalry he will have enough. S. A. HURLBUT, Major- General. CORINTH, MISS. (Received October 9, 1863.) General SWEENY: It seems to me that the enemy is beset by our cavalry on every side. I think you had better march out your force of infantry and artillery and attack him if he is so near. At all events defend the crossings of Wolf River and fight him on the most favorable ground. If he attacks I leave it to your judgment whether to march out and attack. If you do so I am told that there are one or two train loads of troops at Moscow, who can be called to your support. There are also others on trains constantly coming east. If they have come to a head, it will be altogether best tQ attack them, and you can get all the support you need by telegraphing to General Hurlbut. If you go out, assume command of cavalry and all. E. A. CARR, Brigadier- General. FORT MONROE, October 9, 1863. (Received 2.30 p. in.) Major ECKERT: Atlanta Appeal, of October 3, mentions removal of Generals Polk and Hindman as a scapegoat for Bragg in his failure at Chickamauga Page 206 206 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. and fears the Chickainauga victory will prove a dead-sea apple in the hands of the Confederates. Also presnmes Rosecrans will hold Chattanooga as winter qnarters. GEG. D. SHELDON. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, Teun., October 9, 1863. Hon. EDWIN M. STANTON, Secretary of War: Commnnication has been interrnpted. I have not written since the 5th. Forage grows scarce. Many horses are unserviceable and some have died. Foragers must go far, and reqnire heavy guards. I have advised sending for supplies all teams except the artillery and ammnnition; to let these do the work of the post. Forage shonid be pnshed forward from Nashville, where there is ample snpply in depot. A little interchange of artillery fire yesterday afternoon; ineffective on both sides. Hooker has orders to forage below Ste- venson. Rosecrans thinks he will thus obtain much. Forage from Nashville appears to me more important than men just now, as without it what we have may be unable to follow the enemy should he cross the river above in force. If the artillery and ammunition horses give out the army cannot move. A few days rations for itself it could carry without wagons, and once on the march with these animals it could find forage. Chief quartermaster, Colonel Hodges, is at Nashville, fitting out trains for Hookers troops. I have not lately been able to communicate with him. M. C. MEIGS, Q uarterinaster- General. LOUISVILLE, October 9, 1~63. (Received 5.40 p. in.) EDWIN M. STANTON, Secretary of War: I returned from Cleveland this a. m. I saw Mr. Stone, who has turned over to me the contract made by him. I think the arrange- ments made will secure the amount of stock required in the time named in my report to you. Railroad companies in the West have responded promptly to my call for equipments. 1 will go to Chicago on Monday to hurry the work in that neighborhood J. B. ANDERSON. LOUISvILLE, October 9, 1863. (Received 5.40 p. in.) EDWIN M. STANTON, Secretary of War: Mr. Anderson returned from Cleveland this a. in., where he had an interview with Mr. Stone. Arrangements so far completed for equipment by Mr. Anderson will insure it being on the line more quickly than first expected. If General Rosecrans or Colonel Innes are sending agents east for equipments they should be notified that Mr. Anderson has arranged for tho stock, and to countermand any order they have given, THO~9 A. SCOTT Page 207 CHAP. XLII.] ~ORRESPONDE~CE, ETC.UXION. 207 WASHINGTON CITY, D. C., October 9, 18638.20 p. m. Maj. Gen. W. S. ROSECRANS, Chattanooga: The Secretary of War desires to be infornied if you have sent any agents east to provide for stocking the railroads; if so, who they are, what orders they have, and what arrangements or progress they have made, or if any reports have been received from them. The Secretary further directs that any orders given such agents be at once countermanded, the Department having made all necessary arrangements in the premises. By order of the Secretary of War: JAMES A. HARDJE, Lieutenant-Colonel and Aide-dc-Camp. (Same to Colonel Jnnes, Nashville.) LOUISVILLE, October 9, 1863. EDWIN M. STANTON, (Received 5.30 ~. ni.) Secretary of War: Your message to Innes has raised quite a commotion in that camp. I learned yesterday that a special messenger was on his way to Washington to explain his case. All statements made in connec- tion with matters over there should be carefully considered. I am already of the opinion that all arrangements made for transporta- tion other than that which belongs to the Government, should be subject to your own supervision and approval, the reasons for which I will explain fully when I see you next week. THOS. A. SCOTT. WASHINGTON, October 9, 18635.05 p. m. Major-General ROSECRANS, Chattanooga, Tenn.: The consolidation of the Twentieth and Twenty-first Corps was not intended as any reflection on those corps, but was made to re- duce the number of corps and corps commanders. Similar consoli- dations have been made and will be made in other departments. You are at liberty to transfer troops, so as to equalize corps, as you may deem best. H. W. HALLECK, General-in- Chief. WASHINGTON, D. C., October 9, 18634.55 p. m. Major-General ROSECRANS, Chattanooga: The regular engineer force is only 334 men. To divide them still further than ~~ey are now would destroy the organization. H. W. HALLECK, r~ere1-im-Chief Page 208 208 KY., SW. VA., TENY., MISS., IN. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII CHIEF QUARTERMASTERS OFFICE, Washington, October 9, 186311 a. m. Brig. Gei~. M. C. MEIGS, Quartermaster- General, U. S. A., Chattanooga, Tenn.: Your dispatch of the 5th iiistant reCeived. The transportation of the Eleventh Corps Consists of 261 6-mule teams, 75 2-horse ambu- lances, and 3 spring wagons. The transportation of the Twelfth Corps consists of 150 6-mule teams, 150 4-horse teams, and 75 2-horse am bulances; all with horses, harness, drivers, wagon-masters, and assistant wagon-masters, and all in good order. All have been sent. The first shipment was made Sunday evening, October 4. The last shipment was made Wednesday evening, October 7. D. H. RUCKER, Brigadier- General and Quartermaster. (Copy to Colonel Hodges, chief quartermaster, Department of the Cumberland.) HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 9, 186310 a. in. Colonel JNNES~ Military Superintendent, Nashville: Your dispatch is received. We cannot spare the cars to Louisville now. Before you send troops or equipments, you must send first of all forage, and then beef-cattle, of which the army is in great need. We must also get overcoats and blankets for the men, who are suf- fering very much for the want of them. The general commanding fully approves the views expressed in your dispatch. Communicate this to Colonel Scott. J. A. GARFIELD, Brigadier-General and ChPf of Staff. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND. Chattanooga, October 9, 1863. Colonel HODGES, Nashville: Horses are dying for want of forage. Many are turned out on the north bottom to shift for themselves. It is more important to send forage than troops here now. This army, unless things improve, will be anchored, for want of stout artillery and ammunition horses soon. A great oversight was not sending to Bridgeport gmain in abundance as soon as the army retired to this place. Get it forward now, and accumulate also at Nashville. M. C. MEIGS, Quartermaster- General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 9. 1863. Colonel HODGES, Nashville: It is supposed the Western troops will move by Corinth and bring their own transportation. M. C. MEIGS, Quarterma~ter-Qemeral~ Page 209 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 209 HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 9, 186311 p. m. Colonel SIMMONS, Chief cJommissary of Subsistence, Nashville: The beef contractors have failed to fulfill their contract; are 3,000 head behind. Unless they are pushed hard the army will be out of beef in ten days. By order of General Rosecrans: J. A. GARFIELD, Chief of Staff. NASHVILLE, October 9, 1863. Brigadier-General GARFIELD, Chief of Staff: I leave for front on first train out. Everything arranged to ship stores when we can get through. Have forwarded 0 eneral Rose- crans telegraph on gravel in coffee to Qolburn. S. SIMMoNS, Lientenant-G~olonel and Commissary of Subsistence. NASHVILLE, October 9, 186310.10 a. m. Brig. Cen. J. A. GARFIELD, Chief of Staff: GENERAL: I have the honor to report that the road will be opened through by noon. I start immediately from here with stores and forage direct for the front. WM. P. INNES, Colonel and Military Superintendent. CHATTANOOGA, October 9, 18637.45 p. m. Major-General ROSECRANS: The telegraph line is completed and the office opened. Nashville and the line north are working. JNO. C. VAN DUZER, Captain and Aide-dc-Camp. SPECIAL FIELD ORDERS, HDQRS. DEPT. OF THE CUMBERLAND, No. 269. ( Chattanooga, Tenn., October 9, 1868. * * * * * * * X. Under the reorganization made necessary by the consolidation of the Twentieth and Twenty-first Army Corps, the following as~ siguments are made. The officers assigned herein to the command of the reorganized divisions will report immediately to Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger, commanding the Fourth Army Corps. Those des- ignated to command brigades will report to the commanders of the divisions to which they are assigned. Commanders of brigades under the old organization will report to the co~nmande~~ of the new brig~de~i I~ 1~YOL XXX, PT I Page 210 210 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [cHAP. XLII. to which they are assigned herein. Commanders of regiments, de- tached by this order from their old brigades, will report as herein assigned. Comnianders of artillery will report to the commanders of the divisions to which their batteries will be hereafter assigned by the chief of artillery. Maj. Gen. J. M. Palmer to command First Division, Fonrth Army Corps. Brig. Gen. Charles Crnft. First Brigade, First Division, Fonrth Army Corps, composed of Second Brigade, First Division, Twentieth Army Corps (Twenty-first Illinois, Thirty.eighth Illinois, Eighty- first Indiana, One hnndred and first Ohio); First Brigade, Second Division, Twenty-first Army Corps (First Kentucky, Second Ken- tncky, Thirty-first Indiana, Ninetieth Ohio), and Twenty-ninth In- diana Volunteers. Brig. Gen. W. C. Whitaker, Second Brigade, First Division, Fonrth Army Corps, composed of First Brigade, First Division, Twentieth Army Corps (Twenty.second Indiana, Fifty-ninth Illi- nois, Seventy-f onrth Illinois, Seventy-fifth Illinois), and Third Bri- gade, Third Division, Twenty-first Army Corps (Eighth Kentucky, Ninety-ninth Ohio, Fifty-first Ohio, and Thirty-fifth Indiana). Third Brigade, First Division, Fourth Army Corps, composed of Thirty-sixth Indiana Volunteers, Seventy-seventh Pennsylvania Volunteers, Twenty-fourth OhiO Volunteers, Ninety-sixth Illinois Volunteers, Eighty-fonrth Illinois Volunteers, Eighty-fourth Indi- ana Volunteers, Thirtieth Indiana Volunteers, and Ninth Indiana Volunteers. Ma]. Gen. P. II. Sheridan to command Second Division,Fourth Army Corps. Brig. Gen. James B. Steedman, First Brigade, Second Division, Fonrth Army Corps, composed of First Brigade, Third Division, Twentieth Army Corps (Twenty-fourth Wisconsin, Thirty-sixth Illi- nois, Eighty-eighth Illinois, Twenty-first Michigan), One hundred and fifteenth Illinois Volunteers, and Fortieth Ohio Volunteers, and Second Brigade, Third Division, Twentieth Army Corps (Second Mis- souri, Fifteenth Missouri, Forty-fourth Illinois, and Seventy-third Illinois). Brig. Gen. George D. Wagner, Second Bri~ade, Second Division, Fourth Army Corps, composed of First Brigade, First Division, Twenty-first Army Corps (Thirteenth Michigan, Twenty-sixth Ohio, Fifty-eighth Indiana, One hundredth Illinois), and Second Brigade, First Division, Twenty-first Army Corps (Fifteenth Indiana, Fortieth Indiamma, Fifty-seventh Indiana, and Ninety-seventh Ohio). Col. C. G. Harker, Sixty-fifth Ohio, Third Brigade, Second Division, Fourth Army Corps, composed of Third Brigade, First Division, Twenty-first Army Corps (One hundred and twenty-fifth Ohio, Sixty-fourth Ohio, Sixty-fifth Ohio, Third Kentucky); Third Brigade, Third Division, Twentieth Army Corps (Twenty-second Illinois, Twenty-seventh Illinois, Forty-second Illinois, Fifty-first Illinois), amid Seventy-ninth Illinois Volunteers. Brig. Gen. Thomas J. Wood to command Third Division, Fourth Army Corps. Brig. Gen. A. Wilhich, First Brigade, Third Division, Fourth Army Corps, coniposed of First Brigade, Second Division, Twen- tieth Army Corps (Forty-ninth Ohio, Fifteenth Ohio, Thirty-second Indiamma, Eighty-ninth Illinois), Eighty-seventh Indiana Volunteers, and Third Brigade, First Division, Twentieth Army Corps (Twent Page 211 CEAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 211 fifth Illinois, Thirty-fifth Illinois, Eighth Kansas, and Fifteenth Wisconsin). Brig. Gen. W. B. Hazen, Second Brigade, Third Division, Fourth Army Corps, composed of Second Brigade (except Ninth Indiana, assigned to Third Brigade, First Division, Fourth Army Corps), Second Division, Twenty-first Army Corps (Forty-first Ohio, One hundred and twenty-fourth Ohio, Sixth Kentucky); Third Brigade, Second Division, Twentieth Army Corps (First Ohio, Ninety-third Ohio, Fifth Kentucky, Sixth Indiana), Sixth Ohio Volunteers, and Twenty-third Kentucky Volunteers. Brig. Gen. Samuel Beatty, Third Brigade, Third Division, Fourth Army Corps, composed of First Brigade, Third Division, Twenty- first Army Corps (Nineteenth Ohio, Seventy-ninth Indiana, Ninth Kentucky, Seventeenth Kentucky), and Second Brigade, Third Division, Twenty-first Army Corps (Eighty-sixth Indiana, Forty- fourth Indiana, Thirteenth Ohio, Fifty-ninth Ohio). * * * * * * * XIII. The following assignment of batteries to the various divisions of the Fourth Army Corps has been made. Commanders of batteries will report immediately to the chiefs of artillery of the divisions to which they are assigned. Capt. W. E. Standart, Battery B, First Ohio Light Artillery, chief of artillery, First Division, Fourth Army Corps. Batteries in First Division: Battery M, Fourth U. S. Artillery; Battery H, Fourth U. S. Artillery, and Fifth Indiana Battery. Capt. W. P. Edgarton, Battery E, First Ohio Light Artillery, chief of artillery, Second Division, Fourth Army Corps. Artillery in division: Battery G, First Missouri Light Artillery, Eleventh Indiana Battery, and Tenth Indiana Battery. Capt. C. Bradley, Sixth Ohio Battery, chief of artillery, Third Division, Fourth Army Corps. Artillery in division: Twenty-sixth Pennsylvania Battery, Sixth Ohio Battery, and Battery I, Second Illinois Light Artillery. XIV. Under the reorganization of this army the following assign- ments are made to the Fourteenth Army Corps. Officers assigned to the command of divisions will report immediately to the corps commander. Commanding officers of existing brigades will report to the commanders of the brigades to which they are assigned herein. Commanding officers of regiments which are by these orders detached from their old brigades will report to the commanders of brigades to which they are attached hereby. Artillery commanders will report to the commanders of the new divisions to which their batteries are assigned. Maj. Gen. L. H. Rousseau, to command First Division, Fourteenth Army Corps. Brigadier-General Carhin, First Brigade, First Division, Four- teenth Army Corps, composed of First Brigade, First Division, Four- teenth Army Corps (Thirty-eighth Indiana, Thirty-third Ohio, Second Ohio, Ninety-fourth Ohio, Tenth Wisconsin), and First Brigade, Second Divisioi~, Fourteenth Army Corps (Fifteenth Kentucky, Forty-second Indiana, Eighty-eighth Indiana, One hundred and fourth Illinois). Brig. Gen. J. H. King, Second Brigade, First Division, Fourteenth Army Corps, composed of Third Brigade, First Division, Fourteent Page 212 212 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLIL Army Corps (Fifteenth United States, Sixteenth United States, Eighteenth United States, Niiieteenth United States), and Second Brigade, Second Division, Fonrteenth Army Corps (Eighteenth Ohio, Sixty-ninth Ohio, Nineteenth Illinois, Eleventh Michigan). Brigadier-General Starkweather, Third Brigade, First Division, Fonrteenth Army Corps, composed of Second Brigade, First Divis- ion, Fonrteenth Army Corps (First Wisconsin, Seventy-ninth Penn- sylvania, Twenty-first Wisconsin, Twenty-fonrth Illinois), and Third Brigade, Second Division, Fonrteenth Army Corps (Seventy-eighth Pennsylvania, Seventy-fourth Ohio, Twenty-first Ohio, Thirty-sev- enth Indiana). Chief of artillery, Capt. George A. Kensel, Battery H, Fifth United States. Artillery: Battery H, Fifth U. S. Artillery; Battery C, First Illi- nois Light Artillery, and First Michigan Battery. Brig. Gen. A. Baird, to command Second Division, Fonrteenth Army Corps. Brigadier-General Tnrchin, First Brigade, Second Division, Fonr- teenth Army Corps, composed of Third Brigade, Fourth Division, Fonrteenth Army Corps, except the Eighteenth Kentucky, assigned to Third Brigade, Second Division, Fourteenth Army Corps (Elev- enth Ohio, Eighty-ninth Ohio, Thirty-sixth Ohio, Ninety-second Ohio), and First Brigade, Third Division, Fourteenth Army Corps, with the exception of the Thirty-eighth Ohio, hereinafter assigned (Seventeenth Ohio, Thirty-first Ohio, Eighty-second Indiana). Second Brigade, Second Division, Fourteenth Army Corps, com- posed of Second Brigade, Fonrth Division, Fourteenth Army Corps (Seventy-fifth Indiana, One hundred and first Indiana, One hundred and fifth Ohio, Sixty-eighth Indiana), and Third Brigade, Third Division, Fourteenth Army Corps, except Eighty-seventh Indiana, hereinafter assigned (Ninth Ohio, Second Minnesota, Thirty-fifth Ohio). Third Brigade, Second Division, Fourteenth Army Corps, com- posed of Second Brigade, Third Division, Fourteenth Army Corps (Fourth Kentucky, Tenth Indiana, Tenth Kentucky, Seventy-fourth Indiana, Fourteenth Ohio, Thirty-eighth Ohio Volunteers, Eiglm- teenth Kentucky Volunteers). Chief of artillery, Capt. George R. Swallow, Seventh Indiana Bat- tery. Artillery: Battery I, Fonrth U. S. Artillery; Seventh Indiana Battery, and Nineteenth Indiana Battery. Brig. Gen. J. C. Davis to command Third Division, Fourteenth Army Corps. Brig. Gen. J. D. Morgan, First Brigade, Third Division, Four- teenth Army Corps, composed of First Brigade, Second Division, Reserve Corps (Tenth Illinois, Tenth Michigan, Sixteenth Illinois, Fourteenth Michigan, Sixtieth Illinois). Brig. Gen. Jolni Beatty. Second Brigade, Third Division, Four- teenth Army Corps, composed of Second Brigade, First Division, Reserve Corps (One hundred and twenty-first Ohio, Ninety-eighth Ohio, One hundred and thirteenth Ohio, Seventy-eighth Illinois), and Third Brigade, Third Division, Reserve Corps (Third East Ten- nessee, Fifth East Tennessee, Sixth East Tennessee). Third Brigade, Third Division, Fourteenth Army Corps, com- posed of Second Brigade, Second Division, Reserve Corps (Eighty- ~fth Illinois, Que hundred aud twenty-fifth Illinois, Eighty-sixt Page 213 cIFIAP. XLII.] CORftESPOND NCI~, I~TO.4JNIo~. ~13 Illinois, Fifty-second Ohio), and battalion One hundred and tenth Illinois Volunteers, Twenty-second Michigan. Chief of Artillery, Capt. W. A. Hotchkiss, Second Minnesota Battery. Artillery: Second Minnesota Battery, Bridges (Illinois) battery, Fifth Wisconsin Battery. By command of Major-General Rosecrans: H. M. CIST, Lieutenant and Acting Assistant A6~jutant-General. SIGNAL STATION No. 1, Camerons Hill, October 9, 18632.40 p. m. Capt. JESSE MERRILL, Chief Signal Officer: CAPTAIN: See small column of smoke rising in Lookout Valley, about 12 miles southwest. The main rebel force in sight extends from a point 30 degrees east of south to a point 35 degrees south of east. Not so many there as yesterday. From 35 degrees south of east to 15 degrees south of east can see but three or four small squads, not to exceed a regiment in the aggregate. From 15 degrees south of east to east, can see uearly as many as yesterday, but they have gone from our extreme left entirely, where there were several regiments last night. The above refers to troops at foot of ri(lge. On top of ridge the force I reported last night east southeast is gone. The guns, nine in number, 35 degrees south of east, are still visible in position. Large column of smoke due south 21 mi Respectfully, ~ les distant. Lieutenant and HOWGATE, Acting Signal Officer. CAMERONS HILL, October 9, 18635.15 p. m. Captain MERRILL: Can see four rebel regiments drilling southeast from here, and two regiments 30 degrees south of east, with three companies scattering. HOWGATE. HEADQUARTERS, October 9, 18638 p. m. Captain COLE and Lieutenant FORAKER: Report about the enemys camp-fires. MERRILL, Captain. CRANES HILL, October 9, 18638.30 p. m. Captain MERRILL: Too foggy to see them. The troops were as usual at dark. FORAKER Page 214 214 ICY., SW. VA., 1?~NN., MISS., N. ALA., AN]) N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. HEADQUARTERS, October 9, 18638.40 p. in. Captain COLE: How far from point were fires on west side of Lookout? MERRILL, Captain and Signal Qificer. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 9, 1863. Major-General THoMAs: - Two hundred head of beef-cattle are expected to-night. Tb e gen- eral commanding has directed that the contractors issue fresh beef in the quarter on the order of division commissaries at the rate of two days in five. This will equalize the distribution and afford that proportion for the entire army. You will please notify division com- missaries in your corps of these orders. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, HENRY M. 01ST, Lieutenant and Acting Assistant A~jntant- General. (Copy to Major-General McCook, Major-General Crittenden, and Brigadier-General Mitchell.) CIRCULAR.] HDQRS. DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, Tenn., October 9, 1863. Corps commanders will cause the division topographical engineers to report forthwith what they have done in fulfillment of orders from these headquarters, and to show them their work and after- ward to forward what they have at once to Brigadier-General Smith, chief engineer, at these headquarters. They will also report their work daily to topographical department. Officers failing to comply with this or the standing order of the topographical department without satisfactory reasons, will be arrested and tried for disobedi- ence of orders. By command of Major-General Rosecrans: C. GODDARD, Assistant Adjntant- General. (Copy to Major-General Thomas, Major-General McCook, Major- General Crittenden, and Major-General Granger.) HEADQUARTERS FOURTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Chattanooga, October 9, 1863. Brig. Gen. J. A. GARFIELD, Chief of Staff, Department of the Cnmberland: GENERAL: An order has just been received requiring me to fur- nish a detail of 800 men for fatigue duty, to report at 7.30 a. in. to-morrow, to be relieved by a like detail at 12 in. Please say to the major-general commanding the department, that with one brigad Page 215 dirxp. ~LTh1 CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.-IJNION. 215 and a regiment out as an escort to a forage train, and with the heavy details for picket duty from all the divisions, it will be almost impos- sible for me to furnish the detail called for from department head- quarters. I have ordered one-h~alf the number to report as required, and respectfully ask that if more men are necessary they be de- tailed from some other command. I am, general, very respectfully, your obedient servant, GEO. H. THOMAS, Major- General, U. S. Volunteers, Commanding. [Indorsement.] HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 9, 1863. The detail was a mistake. A corrected order has now been sent requiring you to furnish 700 men, one-half at 7.30 a. m. and one- half at 12 m. By order: C. GODDARD, Assistant Adjatant- General. HDQRS. THIRD BRIG., FOURTH DIv., 14TH ARMY CORPS, Brig. Gen. ~ GARFIELD Chattanooga, October 9, 1863. Chief of Staff, Army of the C~umberland: SIR: In the present reorganization of the army the brigades will be made probably stronger than they are now. The Third Brigade, Fourth Division, Fourteenth Army Corps, which I now command, having about 1,400 men for duty, if a regiment or two are added to t, will come up to the standard required. My military relations with this brigade having been fairly consol- idated on the late battle-field, I respectfully request the ~eneral commanding the department to leave it under my command, adding to it if necessary some regiments and transferring us to any divis- ion of this army corps as he pleases. I request it for the good of the service and in justice to myself and my command. Very respectfully, I am, sir, your obedient servant, J. B. TURCHIIN, Brigadier- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS THIRD BRIGADE, Capt. GEORGE LEE, Outpost Duty, October 9, 1863. Asst. Adjt. Gen., Third Div., Twentieth Army Corps: CAPTAIN: The pickets report that they have just heard a noise similar to the movements of a battery moving slowly toward our right on the side of the mountain quite low down. The enemy kept a band playing at the same time. Respectfully, your most obedient servant, N. H. WALWORTH, Colonel, Commanding Page 216 216 KY., SW. VA., iPENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAR XLII. FORT DUNLAP, October 9, 1863. Brigadier-General WooD, Comdg. First Div., Twenty-first Army Corps: GENERAL: A column of infantry are moving on the crest of the ridge at unpainted house, east of this fort. The columii moved from our right and is now halted at the house, the men standing in line. Just to the right of the house squads of infantry are moving about. At the foot of the ridge just below the headquarters a heavy smoke is rising. At all other points, as well as I am able to judge for the fog and smoke, there has been no change iu the appearance of the enemy. Respectfully, LUTHER M. DL MOTTE, Lieutenant and Acting Signal Officer. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 9, 186310.30 a. m. Brig. Gen. T. J. WOOD: The general commanding directs me to say that it is reported one of the members of your staff has stated that Brig. Gen. John Beatty had been relieved from his commaud for miscoud~uct at the battle of Chickamauga. The general commanding directs that you investi- gate this matter and [order] the officer that has made such a state- ment, or any other statement reflecting upon the conduct of General John Beatty in that battle, to report iu person at these headquarters. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, [FRANK S. BOND,] Major and Aide-de-Camp. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 9, 1863. Maj. Gen. J. M. PALMER: Your communication of the 8th instaut addressed to the Adjutant- General of the Army, tendering the resignation of your commission, has been forwarded by the major-general commauding with the fol- lowing indorsement: Respectfully forwarded, wholly disapproving the acceptance of [the resignation of J this prudent, brave, and valuable officer, which would be a serious injury to the service. I also disagree with him in his opinion that the consolidation of the corps implies a censure on the officers and men composing it. I doubt not the War De- partment will as promptly vindicate the officers ~ind men as I most certainly shall in my report of their fighting in the battle of Chickamauga. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major-General, Commanding. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, C. GODDARD, Lieutenant- Colonel and Assistant Ac~jntant- General. HEADQUARTERS FIRST BRIGADE, FIRST DIVISION, October 9, 1863. Major FULLERTON, Assistant Adjutant-General, General Grangers Corps: Yesterday I directed the batteries of Fort Whitaker to try the enemy, having reason to believe that they had no artillery on Look Page 217 OHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONbI~yNC]~ iThJ tJ NIO~d 217 out. Though severely shelled, they did not reply. They had none yesterday. I have no reason to believe, after close examination, that they have any to-day. I must report to Brigadier-General Steedman of the result of the firing immediately at its close. I give you briefly its result. The white house is in easy range; all the batteries on the hill-side but one are below it; that is, to the left as we front it. They have removed their cannon; they were field pieces; they can be easily replaced. From Captain Naylors gull, Lieutenant Cox commanding, the enemys camp can be easily shelled; they ar~ in easy range with a 3k-pounder gun. I had 2 shells burst right among them. This part of the camp is just where the road coming off Lookout Mountain makes the turn to come into Chatta- nooga. With a larger gun I can make their stay very unpleasant anywhere in front. It is only twelve seconds from the flash to the sound of the report from their big gun at the foot of the hill. It was windy when they were firingthe wind against us. This was the result: Several shots were fired at the white house; I think it was struck twice. It is a kind of a palatial resort for rebels. They have been seen around thick until our shells made it rather hazardous for comfort. Aleshire has the signal station on Lookout under range. Yester- day his third shot gave a double-quick impetus to what was left of the signal party. To-day his second shot imparted similar action. Both shells were percussion and exploded direct on the l)Oint. This was done at a 6-degree elevation. I had been advised by the chief of artillery that a shell could not be sent there. I was skeptic enough to think otherwise. If it is desired, they shall not signal from that point without erecting works. The ammunition of Captain Naylor is very defective. One-half of his shells did not explode. Several exploded in 20 feet of the gun. That of Captain Aleshire is somewhat better, but both are defective. No lights on the mountain last night; none night before. I can easily try them with a small party from above Williams Island. Shall I feel them? I have sent full reports to the general command- ing the division, and will with pleasure carry out the orders sent to-day. Respectfully, W. C. WHITAKER, Brigadier- General, Commanding. HDQR5. THIRD BRIG., FIRST Div., RESERvE CoRPs, Capt. S. B. MOE, Tullahoma, Teun., October 9, 1863. Asst. Adjt. Gen., First Division Reserve Corps: CAPTAIN: Our brigade occupies its former position, except that Manchester, and all the posts between Duck Rivei and Murfreesbor- ough have been evacuated by them. The company at Stones River, Nineteenth Michigan, and the company at Christiana, Eighty-fifth Indiana, were surrounded and captured. It seems that Wheeler, with the main part of his army, about 10,000 men, went up to take Murfreesborough and found it full of troops. He turned west, took Stones River bridge, and Christiana, amid went to Shelbyville, pur- sued by Mitchell, who fought him beyond there, 3 miles, killing and wounding perhaps 200 men Page 218 218 ic~xr., sw. VA., T NN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII~ The other part of his force, Martins division, came down on the east side of the railroad, by Fairfield, to Wartrace, evidently to take Dnck River bridge. At Wartrace Roddey met Martin coIning in from th~ northwest. I had gone np to Dnck River the night before, fearing danger, and ordered, in the morning, Baird and Gaibraith with their monnted men to advance to Wartracc and see the state of affairs and report to me there, as I would come up on a train with 500 infantry. I waited till afternoon to hear from them, ud also the arrival of Colonel Lowe, with his cavalry. He did not come. I went np with the train. On arriving in sight of Wartrace, one of Bairds men came on a gallop, informing me that the rebels were in Wartrace and that they came in from the east and Baird and Gal- braith had gone west. Quite a number of rebels appeared. I con- cluded that we might be cut off; that as Duck River bridge was more important than Garrisons Creek, I would go back, nnite onr forces, and save that; and if Lowe came np, retnrn to Wartrace. We went back, waited an honr; Lowe came~ the men still on the cars. We at once started to Wartrace; the infantry on the train got to the bridge in advance of the cavalry, charged the rebels, and drove them away. It had been fired in several places and partly cut down. Lowe passed the infantry at the bridge, charged the rebels~ pursued them; they fled on the Shelbyville pike. He followed them till after dark. One of his men is, I feaf, mortally wounded; rebel loss nnknown. I think Martin had 2,000 men at least, with three pieces of artil- lery; Roddeys force was several hundred. The rebels under Wheeler went on to Shelbyvilie, pursued on another road by Mitchell, who, next morning, attacked them, and again drove them with severe loss. They are going, I think, to the neighborhood of Florence or Decatur (Muscle Shoals), to cross the Tennessee. The bridge at Garrisons Creek was but partially bnrned, and is now repaired. Many culverts beyond Wartrace have been destroyed, much track burned and two bridges uear Murfreesborongh. I think all are now completed and that the cars will go on by sunset. The brigade is much scattered a~d at almost every post but this my command is under a rankin0 officer of some other l)rigade or reglinent. This is unpleasant to officers and men. Will you have us occupy exclusively a certain number of posts, or get u~ out of the business entirely? Wards, Morgans, and R. S. Grangers men are in fm~ont of us by the thousand. I desire to go on; so do the men. We will cheerfully do duty anywhere, but would rather be with our friends than dis- tributed over 100 miles of mountain and plain. JOHN COBURN, Colonel, Commanding Brigade. [Indorsements.] Respectfully referred to the major-general commanding Fourth Army Corps. JAS. B. STEEDMAN. I respectfully request that Colonel Coburns brigade be relieved and brought to the front. It has an old grudge to settle in the Thompsons Station affair. G. GRANGER Page 219 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPOND1~NoE, ETC.tTNION. 219 ANDERSON, October 9, 1863. Brigadier-General MORGAN: I heard a message about 8 oclock sent from Cowan to some coin- mander north of him saying that the enemy had driven in our pick- ets at the tunnel. Half an hour later our line parted north; not in order yet. Lieutenant of scouts that you sent out this morning is here on way to Stevenson. Have you further orders for him? ATWATER. Operator. STEVENSON, October 9, 186311 a. m. Lieutenant-Colonel GODDARD, Assistant Adjutant-General: Order to concentrate my command at Andersons Cross-Roads just received. The Thirty-fourth Illinois Infantry, General Johnsons division, is stationed at Battle Creek for protection of pontoon bridge; no troops of my command there. Will leave here early in the morn- ing. JAMES D. MORGAN, Brigadier- General. HDQRS. FIRST BRIG., SECOND DIV., RESERVE CORPS, Lient. Col. C. GODDARD, Bridgeport, Ala., October 9, 1863. Assistant Adjutant-General, Dept. of the Gumberland: I have the honor to report that on or about the 24th of July, 1863, the Confederate forces wounded and took prisoner on Cumberland Mountains, near University Meeting-House, Dixon Chitty, a loyal citizen, who was endeavoring to escape to our lines, and now hold him wounded and in close confinement at Atlanta, Ga. On the 8th instant Capt. C. H. Richman, brigade inspector of this command, while on a scout, captured a number of prisoners, among them 2 citizens, known to be disloyal, by the names of David Harris and James H. Bell, living on Raccoon Mountain. I would respect- fully ask that they be held as hostages for the safe and prompt re- turn through our lines of said Chitty. I am, c~olonel, very respectfully, your obedient servant, R. F. SMITH, Colonel, Commanding Brigade. HEADQUARTERS U. S. FORCES, Andersons Cross-Roads, Tenn., October 9, 1863. ASSISTANT ADJUTANTGENERAL, Department of the Gumberland, Chattanooga, Tenn.: I have my command intrenched in position to protect the junction of roads and also aid trains up the mountain. On my arrival I de- tailed an officer whose especial duty should be clearing the road of obstructions and expediting the trains; in this he has been well assisted by the Twenty-first Kentucky Infantry. The road up the mountain is better than before the raid, and no detentions occur Page 220 220 xx., sw. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. ~A. ECHAI?. XLII. I keep a record of all trains passing (size, guard, & c.); have secured all the undestroyed ammunition; am gathering up harness which is scattered over the country; have caught and sent about 500 mules to Bridgeport, and am daily securing more. Occasionally stray prisoner, but no signs of the enemy near since General Mitchell left. Have an aggregate force (including one section of artillery) of 2,062. Very respectfully, & c., JOHN TJLLSON, Colonel Tenth illinois Infantry, Commanding. HDQRS. SECOND BRIG., SECOND Div., RESERVE CORPS, North Chickamanga, October 9, 1863. General GARFIELD: The utmost vigilance will be observed here. My men will all be under arms at 4 a. m. I will send an officer and one trusty man up the river in a canoe, fill the canoe with boughs, and let it float against the opposite shore as a log. The officer will then go on shore and find out everything possible. The night before last I saw large fires upon the eastern end of Mission Ridge, on the slopes toward Chatta- nooga. To-night it is all dark I am, very respectfully, your obedient servant, DANL. McCOOK, Colonel, Commanding Brigade. HEADQUARTERS SECOND DIVISION, RESERVE CORPS, Stevenson, Ala., October 9, 1863. General R. S. GRANGER, Commanding Post, Nashville: By orders from department headquarters I am directed to concen- trate my entire command at Andersons Cross-Roads, on the mount- ain between this place and Chattanooga. I have ordered the Eighteenth Michigan Infantry to move by railroad to this place forthwith. The Fourteenth Michigan Infantry is ordered to move from Columbia, Tenn., via Lewisburg, Farmington, Shelbyville, and Stevenson. Four companies Tenth Ohio Cavalry at La Vergne are also ordered to move. Please have the Eighteenth Michigan relieved immediately so that they may move at once. General Hookers troops are to relieve troops of my command from Bridgeport to Nashville. Please have Lieutenant-Colonel Spaulding relieved immediately to join his regiment. I am, general, with high esteem, your obedient servant, JAMES D. MORGAN Brigadier- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS SECOND DIVISION, RESERVE CORPS, Stevenson, Ala., October 9, 1863. Brig. Gen. E. A. PAINE, C~ommanding at Gallatin, Tenn.: By orders from department headquarters I am directed to concen~ trate my entire command at Andersons Cross-Roads, Teun., betwee Page 221 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 221 this point and Chattanooga. To enable me to comply with this order it will be necessary to have the One hundred and sixth Ohio Infantry relieved. I would therefore respectfully request that you have them relieved as soon as possible. I have sent orders to the commanding officer of the regiment to move immediately on being relieved. I am, general, with high esteem, your obedient servant, JAMES D. MORGAN, Brigadier- General, Commanding. Colonel GIVEN, [OCTOBER ~ 186~3.] Cowan: Any news this morning? Is the tunnel all clear? DANL. BUTTERFIELD, Major- Genera?. Colonel GIVEN, WARTRACE, October 9, 186310.40 p. m. One hundred and second Ohio, Cowan: The force near you is enemys cavalry from below. Their object, to break communications. You are expected to hold the bridges and preserve the line intact in your district at the cost of every nian of your command; no surrender under any circumstances, and no abandonment of any portion of the road or bridges. The enemy numbers about 800. No artillery, I believe. DANL. BUTTERFIELD, Majeir- General. Troops coming down to you on trains. HDQRS. SECOND BATTN., SECOND MICHIGAN CAVALRY, Capt. D. G. SWAIM, Pankins Ferry, October 9, 1863. Assistant Adjutant- General, Army of the C~umbertand: CAPTAIN: I have the honor to report the arrival last evening of four companies from Colonel Watkins command, numbering 1 com- missioned officer and 93 enlisted men. I have sent one company to make their headquarters at the Widow Halls, and ordered 10 men to Kelleys Ferry, and if they find no force there to remain there and patrol the river half way to the Widow Halls, and meet the patrol daily from there up and report to each other all they may learn. Since my last report to you the river at this point has risen about 5 feet, but is now going down quite rapidly. Not over from 2~ to 3 feet higher than before the rain. All has remained quiet. Pickets of the enemy seen daily on the opposite side. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, B. P. WELLS, Captain Second Michigan ctavalry, Comdg. Battalion. (Similar letter to Naj. W. H. Sinclair. Page 222 222 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. rCHAP. XLII. HEADQUARTERS SECOND DIVISION, RESERVE CORPS, Stevenson, Ala., October 9, 1863. Colonel WATKINS, Commanding Third Cavalry Brigade, First Division: The general comlnandiug directs me to inform you that Roddey, with considerable force, passed throngh Larkinsville last night and moved out on the Winchester road. Keep a sharp lookout for him on the Bellefonte road. Very respectfully, T. WISEMAN, Captain and Assistant Adjutant-General. HEADQUARTERS SECOND CAVALRY DIVISION, Enlaski, Tenn., October 9, 18635 a. m. [Major SINCLAIR:] I arrived here last evening. The enemy have gone on the Lambs Ferry road. I am pursuing as fast as possible. I would suggest that you come right up, as I ani after them. I would have written you last night, but the road was invested i)y scattered reb~ls who are endeavoring to capture cOuriers. GEORGE CROOK, Brigadier- General. SULPHUR SPRINGS, TENN., October 9, 1863. Brigadier-General GARFIELD, Chief of Staff, Army of the ( i mberiand: SIR: I learn from citizens living iii the vicinity of Post Oak Springs. that Colonel Byrd arrive(l at that place oii Thursday, the 8th instant. There have been iio armed rebels in this vicinity since the 1st instant. I will return to Blythes Ferry to-morrow. Very respectfully, ~. ~. ROBIE, Lieutenant-Colonel, Comdg. 1st Battalion, 4th Ohio Vol. Cay. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, Tcnn., October 9, 1863. General SPEARS: The general commanding directs you to arrange with Colonel Me- Cook to watch the crossing at Soddy. If Atkins cannot yet do it, you and Colonel McCook must arrange to help him. It may be best for you to send a regiment there. Order them wherever they go to conceal themselves as much as possible from observation. Let few know where they are. Keep all strangers and suspected persons from the camps. Be on the alert against surprises by day or night. Make your troops intrench themselves behind good breast-works, behind which they can lie and take deadly aim on all persons at- tempting to cross. All these, and many other precautions which you will think ~f, must be taken to guard th~ crossing in your care Page 223 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC. UNION. 223 Give daily reports of your operatious in intrenching and the news you hear. Do not forget the enemys old dodge of playing possum. Be watchful. By command of Major-General Rosecrans: C. GODDARD, Lieutenant- Colonel and Ass is/ant Ad/n/ant- General. Major-General HOOKER, OCTOBER 9, 18636 a. m. Stevenson: Report from Colonel Galbraith, at Shelbyville, 8th, 9 p. in., states rebels left in full Ilight, Crooks command pursuing and gaining on them. He had sent in 230 prisoners and three pieces artillery. The prisoners will start for Murfreesborougli to-day. The woods in rear of our pieces full of scattered rebels. Enemy gone in direction of Pulaski. Expected Forrest would unite with them there. Ex- pected that ere this General Mitchell had captured Wheelers train. He was in close pursuit of it toward Columbia. Three hundred killed and wounded rebels. Ours, 60 wounded, 19 killed. I expect to hear again from him shoitly. Bridge at Garrisons Fork will be completed in about twenty minutes. DANL. BUTTERFIELD, ]Iiajo~ - General. STEVENSON, October 9, 1863r.30 a. m. Major-General BUTTERFIELD: Your dispatches of 8 and 8.45 p. m. received. The advices of Colonel Galbraith appear singularly contradictory. Do not place too niuch reliance upon them. Yesterday morning he had the enemy completely routed, and last night had our forces in tb e same category, with the prospect of soon being able to turn tile tables on the enemy again. Successes and reverses do not alternate with such rapidity. I hope you counted the 300 prisoners cal)tured by the colonel as re- ported yesterday morning. The enemy may number 4,000 or 5,000, those half starved and badly wounded. Tbe number of major-gen- erals and brigadier-generals they bave along is of no consequence; they are flesh and blood. Under the circumstances it will be advis- able for the troops to march as you propose. JOSEPh HOOKER, ]JIc(jor- General, Gora mand ing. MuR REESBOROUGH, October 9, 18631.15 p. m. Major-General HOOKER, Stevenson: Your instructions were telegraphed to Major-General Slocum last night at 5. Asked to acknowledge. This a. in. I inquired if he had received them. Have just received reply that they are received. Will establish his headquarters at Wartrace to-ni orrow. The rail- road will bo done there in ~n hour, Shall I put the ~leventh Corp Page 224 2~4 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. artillery on the march if here; also the trains of transportation? Williairis and Geary are here; have not seen theni yet. Troops be- low as reported last night. Nothiug new from enemy to-day. BUTTERFIELD, Major- General. STEVENSON, October 9, 18633 p. m. Major-General BUTTERFIELD, Mnrfreesborongh: Dispatch received. You deserve for your promptitude, energy, and management a much higher reward than I can give you. Gen- eral Morgan has been ordered to withdraw his force from the defense of the road. He has fonr companies at La Vergne. If this change shonld leave that point nngnarded, direct General Ward to send the necessary force to protect it, and have General Slocnm retain a larger force of the Twelfth Corps at Mnrfreesborongh. The former mnst be relieved at once. See the order telegraphed to General Slocnm, and have it sent to him. JOSEPH HOOKER, Major- General, Commanding. (Copy to Brigadier-General Morgan.) STEVENSON, October 9, 18633.45 p. m. Major-General BUTTERFIELD, Murfreesborongh: We have information which cannot be discredited that General Roddey, with 1,300 cavalry, passed through Larkinsville last night on his way to Winchester. Let every one be ready for him. JOSEPH HOOKER, Major- General, Gommanding. MURFREESBOROUGH, October 9, 18634.15 p. m. Major-General HOOKER, Stevenson: Dispatch just received announcing Roddeys movement. Decherd an(l Cowan were left weak. The ORe hundred and second Ohio and Edgartons battery were to have left Tullahoma at 8 this a. m.mn- fantry for Cowan and the battery for Stevenson. I cannot tell whether these troops will reach there in time. General Slocum is here. I had turned over command to him previous to receipt of dispatches. Will tnru copies over to him for his orders. DANL. BUTTERFIELD, Major- General. STEVENSON, October 9, 1863. (Received 4.15 p. in.) Major-General BUTTERFIELD: I am directed by the major-general commanding to inform you i2liat brigadier-General Morgan has been orde4 to withdraw hi Page 225 CRAY. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.~UNION. 225 command from the defense of the line of railroad, aiid, in conse- (juence, to instruct you to send one company of infantry of your COPES to Cowan and two companies to Shelbyville to relieve the corn- paiiies of his division there. The troops will be marched to their positions, cars only being employed to transport their baggage. The general directs that you make requisition 011 the railroad agent at Stevenson for that purpose. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, WM. H. LAWRENCE, Major and Aide-de-Ga~p. STEVENSON, October 9, 1861 Mt jor-General BUTTERFIELD: Copies of foregoing dispatch sent to General Slocum, at Wartrace. by telegraph and mail. WM. H. LAWRENCE Major and Aide-de-& amp. STEVENSON, October 9, 18637 p. m. Brigadier-General GARFIELD: A brigade of the Eleventh Corps has been ordered to relieve the troops of Gentral Morgan, between Bridgeport and Tantalon, and the change will be made early in the morning. The Twelfth Corps holds the line of railroad from Tantalon to Mnrfreesborough. General Morgan has eight companies of the Fourteenth Michigan Mounte(l Infantry at Columbia and two at Franklin, for which I have made ito provision to relieve, those points not being of my command an(l having no mounted force to send there. The general order contem- p.lates their withdrawal. The telegraphic and railroad coinmunica- trons with Nashville are restored. The latter was opened at 11 a. in. Through tr ins are looked for to-night. It is reported that our cav- alry are continually gaining successes over the raiders. At last ac- counts they were near Fayetteville. Beef-cattle left here to day for Chattanooga. JOSEPH HOOKER, Major- General, (Jolnman(ling. STEVENSON, October 9, 18638 p. m. Major-General BUTTERFIELD, Mrufreesborough: How many troops are there at the Elk River bridge? With the dispositions you have made can 1,000 cavalry be held at bay? JOSEPH HOOKER, Major- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 9, 18638.30 p. m. Maj. Gen. JOSEPH HOOKER, Stevenson: The major-general commanding directs you to instruct General Howard to relieve the Thirty-fourth Illinois Volunteers, now guard~ i~ R RVOL XXX. PT I Page 226 226 KY., SW. VA., TENTh, MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. ing pontoons at Battle Creek, by a regiment from his command. When thus relieved the regiment will comply with orders sent it to day from these headquarters. ~. GODDARD, Assistant Adjutant-General. HEADQUARTERS SECOND DIvISIoN, RESERVE CORPS, Stevenson, Ala., October 9, 1863. Maj. WILLIAM H. LAWRENCE, Actg. Asst. Adjt. Gen., Eleventh and Twelfth Army Corps: In obedience to orders received this morning from headquarters Eleventh and Twelfth Army Corps, I have the honor to transmit a list of stations and number of troops at each station along the line ot railroad (Chattanooga and Nashville) to be relieved Bridgeport: One regiment of infantry and one 4-gun battery. Widows Creek, 4 miles east of Bridgeport: One company of in- fantry. Stevenson: One regiment of infantry, five companies of cavalry, and one 4-gun battery. From Stevenson 4 miles west guarding five bridges: Three com- panies of infantry. Tantalon: Three companies of infantry. Anderson: Four companies of infantry. Cowan: One company of Tenth Ohio Cavalry. Shelbyville: One company of Tenth Ohio Cavalry. La Vergne: Four companies of Tenth Ohio Cavalry. Nashville: One regiment of infantry. Buck Lodge, Nashville and Louisville Railroad: One regiment of infantry. I will notify all the detachments to concentrate at Andersons Cross- Roads as soon as relieved. I would respectfully request that Captain Edgarton with his battery be sent back here immediately with orders to join me at Andersons Cross-Roads. Orders have been sent to Colonel Smith at Bridgeport and the One hundred and eighth Ohio Infantry at Stevenson to move at 6 a. m. to-morrow. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, JAMES D. MORGAN Brigadier- General, Gommanding. HEADQUARTERS ELEVENTH AND TWELFTH CORPS, Stevenson, Ala., October 9, 1863. Mr. J. N. KELLOGG Beef Contractor, Army of the Cumberland: The major-general commanding has received instructions from Major-General Rosecrans to aid him in having supplies of beef fur- nished this army. You are aware that his force has recently been augmented by about 20,000 men, which you will be required to make immediate provision for. The commissary at this point infornfs the general that he is expecting a drove of beef-cattle, 300 head. but as they are required by the portion of the army now at Chattanooga they will all be forwarded to-day. This will leave the troops st Page 227 CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UMOIN. 227 tioned between Bridgeport and Mnrfreesborough with a scanty sup- ply. The Eleventh and Twelfth Army Corps are established on this line in addition to the troops stationed along it prior to their arrival. The major-general commanding directs that you make immediate arrangements to supply their wants, if yon have not already done so. Very respectfully, & c., WM. H. LAWRENCE, Major, Aide-de-Camp, and Actg. Asst. Adji. Gem. MUEFREESBOROUGH, October 9, 1863. Colonel HODGES, Chief Quartermaster, Nashville: Has the transportation for the Twelfth Corps started yet from Nashville? Where is it, and where is General Slocum? DANL. BUTTERFIELD, Major- General. WARTRACE, TENN., October 9, 186310 a. m. Major-General SLOCUM, Nashville: Did you receive telegraphic instructions, of last evening, as to position your command is to take, your headquarters here, & c.? Please acknowledge hour of receipt. General Hooker directs me to say that no time is to be lost in its execution; the troops and artil- lery to march from Miirfreesborough or Stones River and leave the railroad open for movement of supplies. DANL. BUTTERFIELD, Major-General, Chief of Staff. NASHVILLE, October 9, 1863. (Received 11.20 a. in;) Major-General BUTTERFIELD: Your dispatch received. I will move my headquarters to-morrow. H. W. SLOCUM, Major-General. DUCK RIVER BRIDGE, October 9, 18632 [a. in.] Major-General BUTTERFIELD: Received your order at 11.45 to-night. Will start immediately. WM. GIVEN, C~olonel, C~omdg. First Brigade, Third Division. MURFREESBOROUGH, TENN., October 9, 18634.30 p. in. Major-General SLOCUM Commanding Twelfth Corps: I inclose herewith copies of dispatches * this moment received from General Hooker, sent to me under the impression that I was still in command of that portion of your corps that had been cut off from HookGr to Butt~rfie1d, 3 p. m. and 3.4b p. in., p. 224 Page 228 228 KY., SW. VA., TEThN., MiSS., iN. AL& ., AND N. GA. [OE~P. XLII. communication with you by thc raid. You will see that they require prompt and vigorous action. I would recommend that the portion of the One hundred and fiftieth New York to be at Tullahoma to- night be ordered to move at once to Elk River. That General Knipes brigade, or such portions of it as can be picked up by rail, be thrown at once to Decherd and Cowan to guaid all bridges and approaches; that you take such possession of rail and telegraph communication as will enable you to accomplish this object beyond anything else, and prevent a second break in our communications. Very respectfully, DANL. BUTTERFIELD, Major-General and Chief of Staff. NASHVILLE, October 9, 1863. Major-General SLOCUM, Commanding Twelfth Gorps: The officer in command of your regiment here is under the im- pression that he is to guard the train of the Twelfth Corps instead of the Eleventh Corps. Will you please send me an order by tele- graph that he is to guard the transportation of the Eleventh Cor s? The train will leave here to-morrow, unless otherwise ordered .M a- jor-General Reynolds has arrived, and his horses will be along with the train. Have requested General Howard to send a detachment to Decherd to meet your detail. Is that satisfactory? C. W. ASMUSSEN. Chief of Staff. MUEFREESBOROUGH (Received 9.30 a. in., October 9, 1863.) Major-General BUTTERFIELD: Bridge at Stones River will be completed about noon to-day. Gen- eral Slocum is at Nashville. I will telegraph your wishes. A. S. WILLIAMS, Brigadier- General. WARTRACE, October 9, 1863. General WILLIAMS or WARD: Bridge completed here. How about Stones River bridge? Train just starting north. Is General Slocum at Mnrfreesborough? If so, ask him where I can meet him, there or at Stones River, by train. DANL. BUTTERFIELD, Major- General. [MURFREESBOROUGH], October 9, 1863. Major-General SLocuM, Nashville: Bridge at Wartrace finished. Bridge at Stones River will be done about noon. A train is now coming up from Wartrace. General Butterfield telegraphs that he wishes to meet you here or at Stones River to-day. A. S. WILLIAMS, B igadier- Generai Page 229 CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 229 WARTRACE, October 9, 186310 p. Di. General RUGER, Gommanding Third Brigade: There are at Wartrace Thirteenth New Jersey, four companies Second Massachusetts, 100 of One hundred and fiftieth New York. They are to be relieved by two regiments of Candys brigade to- morrow night. You will find r tions at the bridge 1 mile below thistwenty thousand. Take three or four days for your com- inand. I shall probably go on to Decherd to-night, but will try to be in Tullahoma to-morrow night. Send three regiments of your troops to Elk River, and three at Tullahoma. Guard all the bridges, cul- ~rerts, and water-tanks between Tullahoma and Elk River. Send up the battery of artillery to Decherd. You have guns at Tulla- homa and Elk River. Elk River should be first and carefully guarded. Jntrench everywhere. A. S. WILLIAMS, Brigadier-General. TIJLLAHOMA. october 9, 18632.30 p. m. H. W. PERKINS, Actg. Asst. Adjt. Gem., General l3atterfields Staff: Have just arrived here with six companies. J. H. KETCHAM, Golonel One hundred and fiftieth New York Volunteers. OCTOBER 9, 1863. Maj. E. W. GUINDON, Aide-de-Gamp: You can inform the general that the telegraph line is again cut at or near tunnel, south of Cowan Station a short distance, and that the pickets are driven in at Cowan. They are expecting an attack to-night. Respectfully, J. M. HUMPHREY, Superintendent Military Telegraph. WARTRACE. October 9, 186310.45 p. m. COMMANDING OFFICER, Deeherd. The bridge below Decherd must be held at any sacrifice, even to the last man. Trains with troops are on the way down. The enemys cavalry may attempt to destroy them. Hold them at all hazards. DANL. BUTTERFIELD, Major- General Page 230 2~O ~., sw. vA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [OnAP. XLII. HEADQUARTERS ELEVENTH AND TWELFTH CORPS, Stevenson, Ala., October 9, 1863. Maj. Gen. 0. 0. HOWARD, Commanding at Bridgeport: GENERAL: I am instructed by the major-general commanding to inform YOU that Brigadier-General Morgan has been crdered to tho front With his entire command, and that on the withdrawal of his troops it Will be necessary for your corps to guard the line of rail- road in the direction of Nashville as high up as Tantalon. Accord- ingly he instructs that you give directions for one brigade to march early to-morrow morning to take post at Stevenson, leaving one company on the way at Widows Creek, 4 miles froni Bridgeport, to relieve the company now there. From Stevenson five companies will be detached to guard five bridges along the line of railroad, relieving the companies now on that duty, and three companies will take post at Tantalon. As the cars are required for service admitting of no delay, the troops will be marched to their positions. Cars will be furnished to transport the baggage, on your requisition on the railroad agent at Stevenson. The battery now at Stevenson will remain. This change in the disposition of your forces will extend your command along the railroad to Tantalon. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, WM. H. LAWRENCE, Major, Aide-de-Camp, and Actg. Asst. Adjt. Gen. STEVENSON, October 9, 18633 p. m. Major-General HOWARD: A brigade of yours has been ordered to march to this point to- morrow morning, rendered necessary by the withdrawal of General Morgans command from the defense of the railroad. You will receive detailed instructions to-night by orderly. JOSEPH HOOKER, Major- General, Commanding. STEVENSON, October 9, 18639 p. m. Major-General HOWARD, Bridgeport: Please have 1,000 men, under your most resolute officers, in readi- ness to step on the cars, with instrnctions for 200 of them to get off at the tunnel and the balance at Elk River to assist in the defense of those points against a band of 1,000 rebel raiders. They will be taken to those points at daylight, to return to-morrow. Cars will be at Bridgeport at 10.30 p. m. JOSEPH HOOKER, Major- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 9, 1863. Maj. Gen. A. E. BURNSIDE, Commanding Department of the Ohio: GENERAL: We have no new~ from you since the 1st, except an inquiry dated the 4th, asking if the rebel cavalry had really crosse Page 231 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENG ETC.UNIO1i. 231 the Tennessee between [us], which was answered, saying they had, and destroyed 400 wagons for us near Anderson, in Sequatchie Valley. They went from there to McMinnville, where they did some dam- age and captured some Tennesseeans. Thence they went to Murfrees- borough and got repulsed; thence to Wartrace, where they were served in a similar manner; thence to Shelbyville, which they sacked. There they were overtaken by our cavalry and whipped, losing four pieces of artillery and 200 killed. Our cavalry are after them toward Columbia and Fayettevi1le wit of destroying or capturing them. , h reasonable prospects Meanwhile I am anxiously waiting to hear from you. If your cav- alry could not co-operate with ours in the pursuit, I had hoped it would do one of two things: Firstly, to close down on the north side of Tennessee or south side, opening communication with us com- pletely beyond the power of interruption, in which alone is there any security in co-operation; or, secondly, to make a terrible raid on the enemys railroad and other communications, now compara- tively at your mercy in the absence of the cavalry, which may never return. Please let me know if I may expect any aid; if so, what assistance from you, and how and where you propose to operate. Your first plan was the only one when you wrote some other may prove better if you are still waiting. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, W. S. ROSECRANs, llIciJor-General, Gommanding. CHATTANOOGA, October 9, 18638.36 p. m. General BURNSIDE: No news from you since your question of the 4th. Have dis- patched you to-day by messenger. Our cavalry has overtaken the rebels at Shelbyvillewhipped well; is pursuing them south- wardly. Since yours did not join them, I hoped you would make them open communication with us and watch the Tennessee from Kingston to l3Jythes Ferry, or that you would make a damaging raid on the rebel railroad and other communications, now quite open from absence of their cavalry. What may we expect from you? You should cover our left, and open communication beyond the power of its being interrupted by the enemy should he attempt to throw himself between us. The enemy are directly in our front, but hills conceal their camps. Nothing known of their movements. Promptly let me hear if you can act with us, and in what way. Dont be caught between upper and nether millstone. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major-General. LEBANON, October 9, 18631.30 a. m. Brigadier-General BOYLE: We are in line of battle, expecting an attack momentarily. We have force enough to whip them if they attack us, we think; if not, we will pursue them in the morning if not attacked to-night. JOHN A. MORRISON, Lieutenant- Golon ci Thirteenth Kent ackM Garairy Page 232 23~ ~., sw. \~A., ~ ~uss., ~. xi x., XND N. i~x. CRAP. XLII. MUNFORDVILL t~. October 9, 11863. Cal)t. A. C. SEMPLE, i ssistartt A~jutant- General, Louisville: All quiet about Glasgow and on the railroad. I am trying to (apture 30 or 40 rebels under command of Richardson. I have started three detachments in pursuit. Hope he will be intercepted to-night at Three Springs, on the old Lexi~xgton road. Rebels were within 8 miles of that place at sunset. K H. HOBSON, B1 iqa d icr- General. MUNFORDYILLE. ()utolu~. r 9, 1863. Captain SEMPLE~ Lan isv die It is possible that Richardson divided his force. The party that I allude to passed through Hodgensvihle to-day. They were 6 miles southeast of Elizabethtown at 8 a. m. Have you any information about Colonel Spauldings movements? Is there any cavalry force at Lebanon ? Please inform me. E. H. HOBSON, Brigadier- General. MUNFORDVILLE, October 9, 1863. Major MARTLN~ Glasgow: Have you any news? How many men of your command are at Glasgow :~ K H. HOBSON, Brigadier-General. MuNFORDYILLE, October 9, 1863. Major MARTIN, Glasgow: The rebels, 30 in number, with stolen mules, are going in direc- tion of Three Springs. Send your cavalry in that direction; get on their track and pursue them; capture and kill every devil of them. I am sending some men from this point. IL H. HOBSON, Brigadier-Gene rat. MUNFORDYILLE, October 9, 1863. Major MARTIN, Glasgow: Send Lieutenant Adams squad mounted infantry to Rocky Hill Station, thence up railroad to this place. Captain Beck will move with his mounted men by Goose Horn to Little Barren River. If he should hear of guerrilla bands he will pursue and capture them. Thirty rebels are supposed to be returning from East Tennessee in (lirection of Barren River. If he hears of no rebels he will move from Barren River to this place. Your nien are not legitimately paroled. Let the mounted men move immediately. E. H. HOBSON, Brigadier- Gen eral Page 233 (~A~tJ.] OORR :~1~()NDExcE, ETC. --i~ N~iON. 23:3 Lieutenant FARMEr, MuNFoR~wILJ4E, October 9, 1863. El izcibethto Wfl: Bridges Nos. 2 and 3 ou Valley Creek should be guarded. Six or 8 men in each stockade will be sufficient force to defend bridge against guerrillas. It is of the utmost imj)ortance to save all bridges on the line. Send guard to each point immediately. K H. HOBSON, TThiga.dier- General. ber 9. 1863. General S. P. CARTER. WASHINC TON. Octo Kno vile, E. Ten n.: GENERAL: Your telegram to Colonel Hoffman, of the 5th instant, has been submitted to the Secretary of War, who directs me to say that should any of rebel army referred to be taken prisoners they must be treated as prisoners of war. The circumstances connected with the declaration of their exchange is a subject which will be (lealt with here. K A. HITCHCOCK, Mir(j. (len. of I ~ols.. Commissioner for Exchonqe of Prisoners. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE TENNESSEE, Vie sburg, Miss., Octobe 10, 1863. Maj. Geri. J. B. MCPHERSON, Gorn tnan(linq ASerenteeldh Army Corps GENERAL: Headquarters. & c., will be removed to Nashville. Teun. All forces south of Helena, black aiid white, will be removed under General McPherson, as c ominander of the District of Vicksburg. Complaints are made that raids go out from the west bank of the river into Macon County and bring in cotton, thus endangering the crops and personal property of the inhabitants there to seizure and destruction by the rebels. This is unauthorized, and General Haw- kins should be instructed to use every effort to put a stop to it. It would be advisable to send Osbands cavalry to Skipwiths Land- ing to remain for a few weeks, to give protection to the few deserv- ing people in that country, and also to fill up his regiment from the plantations around owned by persons of disloyalty. Send them through by land, crossing the Yazoo about the mouth of Sunflower. They should be instructed to treat the people with kindness. A few on that side have protection papers. Such persons should receive the full benefit of them. Where planters have hired their negroes in accordance with estab- lished regulations, recruiting officers should refuse to receive or har- bor them about their camps. The Duncans have hired theirs in that way. Headquarters may be established in Louisville for the purpose of receiving all reports, & c. This will be fully determined probably at Cairo. In regard to the expedition going out to Canton, special directions cannot be given for it. After reaching that place, I would like, how- ever, that everything possible should be done to create the impres- s~ that the Ohio and Mississippi Railroad was in danger Page 234 234 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., ANT) N. (IA. RiHA. XLII. The commanding general will of cour e keep headquarters in- formed of all movements of the enemy coming to his knowledge. He will also make such moves with his troops as the protection of the territory intrnsted to his charge may require. The marine fleet will habitually be kept on shore, and only go on their boats when sent for special duty. Det Jis can be made from other forces to accompany them when necessary. The boats for the marine fleet can be used for transportation of troops when reqiired, but habitually they will be kept ready to send them to other points on th~ river. U. S. GRANT, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS FIFTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Memphis, October 10, 1863. Major-General HALLECK, Commander-in- Chief, Washington: DEAR GENERAL: I start out early in the morning to take the head of my corps, now stretched out as far as Bear Creek. A heavy force of the enemys cavalry hovers to the south and is going to bother us. not in reaching Athens, but in making this road a safe line of sup- ply. I have just received your letter of October 1, and assure you of my hearty concurrence in all you say. It has been to us all a source of pleasure to know that such perfect cordiality, social and official, existed aniong the generals on this line. One noted exception alone, who is disposed of. I hear of jealousies elsewhere and am astonished, as the war is not vet over, alid a feeling of common safety and inter- est should make all harmonize, if not the higher sense of patriotism and duty. Neither McClellan nor Buell ever had a shadow of cause of ill-feeling to an administration or commander-in-chief who lay- ished on them all th~it man could ask. I know you had for both great persow 1 friendship and manifested it on many occasions, and they mistake you and are ungrateful, if they attribute to you what thinking men in all times will attribute to their failure to appreciate the situation of the arniy and the country. This war might end sooner than it will, but it may be the good of the future requires our people to pass through all the phases of revo- lution before they are again permitted to enjoy the luxury of peace and safety. When that time comes I believe we will be a better people, and the very ones who provoked war so thoughtlessly will be cured. I have your telegram saying the President had read my letter and thought it should be published. I have no copy by me, but if I can recall it I think it wont bear publication. Would it not impair my usefulness here? A great many people here and in Louisiana are influenced by men of my shade of opinion. They are full-blooded Sonthrons, were never disunionists, but were carried into rebellion by the tempest of feeling which their potiticians knew so well how to beget and guide. As lon~, as a doubtful contest for supremacy exists between the two races they cannot control their choice; but as soon as we demonstrate equal courage, equal skill, superior re- sources, and superior tenacity of purpose, they will gradually relax and finally submit to men who profess, like myself, to fight for bp Page 235 CI~AP. XLII.) CORIZESPONDENCE, ETC.~4TNION. one single purpose, viz, to sustain a Government capable of vindi- cating its just and rightful authority, independent of niggers, cot- ton, money, or any earthly interest. Might not the publication of my letter, even without my signa- ture, impair my usefulness with the South? Still if you or Judge bIt, or General Hitchcock, or Reverdy Johnson, or Mr. Ewing would take my letter and mold it in such shape as not to compro- mise me, so as to serve any good purpose, I give my full consent to its use, or indeed to use anything I have. If I covet any public reputation it is as a silent actor. I dislike to see my name in print. Thanking you always for many favors, I am, always your sincere friend, W. T. SHERMAN. HEADQUARTERS FIFTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Jilernphis, Tenn., October 10, 186311.30 p. m. Maj. Gen. H. ~. HALLECK, (Received 11 p. in., 13th.) General-in-Chief: Osterhaus division is at Juka, covering the repair of railroad, looking to Eastport for a crossing. Bear Creek must be bridged, and the road repaired to Tuscumbia, where I expect to cross and march to Athens. My Third Division is at Glendale, 9 miles east of Corinth. The Second Division is temporarily at La Grange, in con- sequence of a threat to the road from the south. My Fourth Divis- ion was delayed by low water, and is not all up yet, and, in conse- quence of the constant interruption of the railroad, I will cause it to march all the way, relieving it of baggage by the railroad. I (10 not believe that General Hurlbut can cover this railroad. The tele- graph is cut every night, and a force of cavalry, reported from 3,000 to 7,000 men, under Stephen D. Lee, threatens it all the time at Moscow, Pocahontas. and intervening points. The moment I cross Bear Creek in force I know the road will be occupied by the enemy. General Hurlbuts cavalry skirmished yesterday at Salem with Lees forces, and fell back, worsted, to La Grange. I did expect to go out to-day, but the cars were all occupied. I will go to-morrow (Sunday), and, unless the danger to the road exceeds niy calculation, will pass to Bear Creek at once, and push repairs to the maximum; but I must report my belief that we cannot promise General Rose- crans any stores by this route. The Tennessee River should rise during all November, and will be the best channel for supplies. Next2 the railroad from Columbus to Corinth and Inka; with wagons thence to Eastport, Florence, Athens, & c. I will take with me in wagons as much as possible, and would ask of you by tele- graph whether you wish I should give preference to securing this road or reaching the neighborhood of Athens with expedition. The latter I can surely accomplish; the former is problematical. At present the road from Memphis east is of very limited capacity. It can move men, but horses, guns, wagons, & c., it cannot with any speed. Every mile of it, save a few fortified points, can be cut by the enemy any night. The enemy is vastly superior to us in cay- alry, who retire before us, but come back the instant possession is withdrawn. W. T. SHERMAN, Major- General Page 236 236 SW. v~x., TVNN., Miss., N. ALA., ANT) N. GA. LCHAP. XLU. HEADQTTARTERS FIFTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Memphi.~, Oetob~ 10. 1863. Major-General GRANT, ExpecU4 hourly at Memphis: GENERAL: I should have gone out to-day but ani delayed for want of cars, but am assured a train will be disposable to-morrow. We have been delayed more than I calculated, first, by low water (some of the Fourth Division still lie on the river below, we know not where); and, second, the capacity of the railroad hence to Corinth is far less than we estimated. As it is, I moved nearly all the wagons and mules by land, and propose to let the Fourth l)ivis~on march, the rail cars taking their knapsacks, & c. I now have General Blair at Corinth, John K Smiths division at Glendale, and Osterhaus at Juka. The Second Division, Morgan L. Smith, is at this moment at La Grange, in consequence of a reported threat of the railroad at that place, but it will be moved forward at once. The Fourth Division will march, an(l should overtake us at Bear Creek. I dont like this railroad; it lies parallel to an enemy s country, and they can break it when they please. Hurlbiiits cavalry, under Colonel Hatch, encountered the enemys cavalry at Salem yesterday, and retired, as I infer, worsted. I await momentary information from them. My own opinion is, that we will have to rely on the Tennessee River or reopen the road from Corinth to Columbus. I have ad- vised General Webster at once to look to that road, for it is certain this one from Memphis will be cut the moment 1 get east of Bear Creek. I feel sure you will be ordered to Nashville to assume a general command over all the forces operating to the southeast, say, Rose- crans your center, Burnside left wing, and Sherman right. I have no knowledge of the strength of the other parts, but mine is too small to attempt to divide up to cover a long line of railway, and I would prefer to move about and learn to live on the corn and meal of the country. To depend on a road so precarious as this would tie us down to localities that can have no material influence on events. I was in hopes to see you, but of course I must move on, and shall proceed on the plan to cross the Tennessee at Florence and move to Athens as well supplied as possible. Here at Memphis you will learn all material facts, and can make the necessary orders or recommendations to General Halleck. I am, sir, W. T. SHERMAN, Major- General, Commanding. SPECIAL ORDERS, HDQRS. FIFTEENTH ARMY CORPS, No. 192. Memphis, Tenn., October 10, 1863. * * * * * * * II. 1. Brigadier-General Corse, now in command of Fourth Division, will put the division in motion to-morrow toward Corinth, together with his wagons, animals of all kinds, and artillery, leav- ing proper details with the regimental baggage and the knapsacks of the men to be transported out by rail Page 237 (YEA?. XLII.] CORRESPONDE~NCI~, ETC.UNION. 287 He will carry in his wagons only ten days rations and necessary cooking utensils, so the wagons may afford incidental carriage to the weary and foot-sore. The chief quartermaster, Colonel Smith, will make arrangements to have transported to Corinth the baggage of the Fourth Division by railroad. 2. On arrival at Corinth, General Corse will receive new orders. but in the event of any accident he will close up on the rear of the corps wherever it may be. * * * * * * By order of Maj. Gen. W. T. Sherman: R. M. SAWYER, Assistant Adjutant- General. LA GRANGE, October 10, 1863. Major-General SHERMAN, Memphis: Whole division here, wagon train and all. General Sweeny thinks he can drive that rebel force away to-morrow, with the assistance of Spooners brigade to garrison La Grange. We can go on to Corinth with the other two brigades and return the cars. Please have Geri- eral Hurlbut send copy of any of your orders to me to General Sweeny that affect him. MORGAN L. SMITH. Brigadier-General of Volunleers. CORINTH, October 10, 1863. Major-General SHERMAN: There is but one days rations of forage here, and General Carr refuses to issue to my command. FRANK P. BLAIR, JR., Major- General. LA GRANGE, October 10, 1863. General SHERMAN: General Smith has just left here. I sent your order as per tele- gram to him immediately. General Smith was not detained here by any authority or request from these headquarters. Respectfully, T. W. SWEENY, Brigadier-General. Major-General SHERMAN, CORINTH, October 10, 1863. Memphis: General Osterhaus encamped at luka at 4 p. m. to-day; he reports the enemy burning all the bridges and trestle-work east of that place. The First Brigade, Second Divi ion, a rived here to-night and wil Page 238 238 KY., SW. V.& ., TENN., MISS., N. LILA., LXD N. G~& . IGIIAP. XLII. go into camp on Clear Creek, about 3 miles from this place, where I will send the other two brigades when they come up. Officers just from Memphis report much forage lost from improper loading of cars. F. P. BLAIR, JR., lliliajor- General. LA GRANGE, October 10, 1863. Maj. Gen. XV. T. SHERMAN: The regular cavalry that should have reported with the wagon train did not. Companies A and B, Sixteenth Illinois Cavalry, are all that accompanies the train. Your dispatch was received at 2.30 p. m. We start immediately. MORGAN L. SMITH, Brigadier- General, Commanding Second Diviswn. HDQRS. FIRST DIVISION, FIFTEENTH ARMY CORPS, ia/ca Hotel, Miss., October 10, 1863. Maj. Gen. W. T. SHERMAN, Memphis, Tenn.: GENERAL: Lieutenant-Colonel Gage, the inspector of this divis- ion, visiting Memphis on some official business, I improve the occa- sion of saying a word on the artillery of my command. As you will know, it consists: First Missouri Horse Artillery, Captain Landgraeber, four 12- pounder howitzers (one section badly used); First Iowa Light Artil- lery, Captain Griffiths, two 12-pounder howitzers (pretty good) and two 6-pounder guns; Fourth Ohio Battery, Captain Froehlich, two 20-pounder Parrotts (new); two 3-inch James rifles (unserviceable); two 12-pounder howitzers (badly used). While I was at Corinth I saw a battery splendidly fitted out, four 3-inch wrought-iron, and two 12-pounder Napoleous, and it struck me that if this Corinth battery was not destined to take the field at once the transfer of the above material to my command would in- crease the efficiency of my artillery very much. In that case I would propose to give up all the guns of Griffiths battery and arm it with the four 3-inch wrought-iron pieces and exchange the worthless James rifled guns of Froehlichs battery for the two Napoleons. The armament of the artillery would be then as follows: First Missouri Horse Artillery, four howitzers; First Iowa Battery, four 3-inch rifles; Fourth Ohio Battery, two howitzers, two Napoleons, two 20-pounder Parrotts. Total, six 12-pounder howitzers, four 3- inch rifles, two Napoleons, and two 20-pounder Parrotts. To transfer the Corinth battery in toto is not very practicable, as I understood General Carr to say that most of the men forming it were detailed from infantry regiments. All the infantry of my divis- ion have new guns of caliber . 38, with the exception of ten pieces in the Thirtieth Iowa, but I hope that Colonel Gage will succeed in getting them exchanged. I leave the above suggestions to your kind consideration, and remain, general, with great respect, your most obedient servant, P. J. OSTERHAUS, Brigadier- General of Volunteers Page 239 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, EW.UNION. 239 HDQRS. FIRST DIVISION, FIFTEENTH ARMY CORPS, luka, Miss., October 10, 1863. Capt. R. M. SAWYER, Assistant Adjutant- General, Fifteenth Army Corps: CAPTAIN: At 2 oclock p. m. I occupied with my command this I)lace. There was no opposition on the part of the enemy. A squad of 7 mounted men we found stationed on the IEastport road, but they skedaddled before my picket; all trestle-works and bridges hence eastward are still burning; they were destroyed by three companies of Forrests cavalry, who left yesterday for Tuscuinbia, Ala., where the headquarters of the regiment are. I am informed by a deserter, whom 1 will send in by the next train, that only one company of cavalry was at Tuscumbia when he left yesterday morning, and that he saw no other troops. The road from Corinth to Inka is rather rough and utterly out of repair. My pioneers had to work all along, which delayed my march considerably. I intend making an expedition to Bear Creek to-morrow early and report at once on my return; the trip to IEastport I postpone to next day. The railroad will be repaired to a point 4 miles west of here, aud by Monday morning I have the promise of the cars at this depot. I am, & c., P. J. OSTIERHAUS, Brigadier- General, Commanding. HDQRS. THIRD DIvISION, FIFTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Inka, Miss., October 10, 1863. Brigadier-General MATTHIES, Commanding Post, Bensonville, ililiiss.: GENERAL: In muarching to this place found that the road between Little Yellow Creek and Bensonville was in very bad condition. I repaired it while marching sufficiently for my command to pass; other troops, however, following, will find considerable difficulty, and I would respectfully suggest that you send on a party to put the road in good condition, particularly at Little Yellow Creek, and at the first east of the creek. Such repairs, if you have the oppor- tunity of making them, will be of great benefit to all troops march- ing in this direction. I am, very respectfully, your obedient servant, P. J. OSTERHAUS, Brigadier-General, Commanding Division. LA GRANGE, October 10, 1863. Major-General SHERMAN: General Morgan L. Smith stopped here last night with one brigade of his division. Said he had orders to report here and seemed anxious to co-operate with me, but being his junior I didnt see how it could be done. The enemy are at Salem, probably 6,000 strong with artillery and infantry, commanded by Lee or Ru ggles with Joe Johnston as general manager. They have their camp and garrison equipage with them, and a long wagon train. I am only waiting to have our cavalr or anized to move out to attack them. Will be able to start at daybreak to-morrow. If a force could be thrown out from Corint Page 240 240 KY., SW. VA., TENK., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. to Ripley to co-operate with me we might succeed in inflicting serious injury upon the enemy, as that will be one of their principal lines of retreat. T. W. SWEENY, Brigadier-General. SPECIAL ORDERS, No. 217. HDQRS. ~IXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Memphis, Tenn., October 10, 1863. * * * * * * II. In pursuance of instructions this day received from the major- general commanding department, Brig. Gen. Hugh T. Reid, U. S. Volunteers, will, without delay, proceed to Cairo; Ill., nd assume command of that post. Brig. Gen. H. T. Reid having arrived at Cairo, ill., will report by letter to Brig. Gen. Andrew J. Smith, commanding Sixth Division. * * * * .$ * * By order of Maj. Gen. ~. A. Hurlbnt: HENRY BINMORE, Assistant Adjutant- General. Ox BOARD STEAMEP SOUTH WESTER, October 10, 1863. In compliance with General Orders, No. 276, from the War De- partment, I have the honor to report that on the 5th instant I assumed command On board Government transport steamer South Wester, XV. H. Blake master, bound from Vicksburg, iliss., to Memphis~ Tenn. The trip was.made in four and a half days, with great difficulty in obtaining fuel. Having no coal and the wood being so green the boat could not make sufficient steam. The pas- sengers on board consisted of citizens, officers, and soldiers, all orderly and well disposed. There were no arms in the hands of the soldiers, who were mostly furloughed men joining their regiments in General Shermans corps, and now in Tennessee. When within 5 or 6 miles of Helena, Ark., the boat was fired into by guerrillas oii the Mississippi shore. Robert T. Wilson, sutler of the Seventeenth Illinois Infantry Volunteers, was shot through the head and killed on the 9th instant. The guerrillas shot 2 rounds and some scat- tering shots. They were variously estimated at from 30 to 40 in number. On the trip up Alexander J. Ballentine, of the Twenty- third Iowa Infantry Volunteers, died of chronic diarrhea. Great care was manifested and taken in guarding and watching against accident and fire, night and day, both by the militaryofficers and soldiersand the officers and crew of the boat. The officers and soldiers were formed into three reliefs, commanded by officer of the day and two lieutenants of the guard. Very respectfully, A. L. WALLAR, Captain Company F, 78th Ohio Volunteer infantry, c~oindg. P. S.Siiice arriving at the port of Memphis it is discovered that L. M. Hall, civilian, a passenger on board, is missing, and has not been seen by any person on board since the guerrillas fired into the boat. A. L. W Page 241 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 241 HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF MEMPHIS, Memphis, October 10, 1863. Lieutenant-Colonel HEPBURN, Gommanding Second Iowa Cavalry Volunteers: COLONEL: By direction of Major-General Huribut, you will send four companies of your comman.d, in Charge of a Competent officer, to Hernando, starting at dark this evening. The movement will be made with the utmost dispatch and secrecy. Arriving at Hernaudo the town will be surrounded and every man in it arrested, and cer- tain persons will be brought in as prisoners, who will be pointed out by the guide who will be sent to you. Any other upon whom any suspicion may rest of being connected with the guilty parties will also be arrested. The officer will return with his command with all convenient speed. He will be careful that he suffers no damage to be done to the persons or property of peaceable citizens. He will carefully note all niovements of the enemy if any be discovered, and will guard well against contact with any superior force. There is iio objection to your commanding the expedition in person if you think proper. By order of Brigadier-General Veatch: JAMES 0. PIERCE, uliajor and Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Memphis, Teun., October 10, 1863. Brigadier-General SWEENY, La Grange, Teun.: GENERAL: As Colonel Hatch commands the cavalry and is now at La Grange, you will issue your orders for cavalry through him. You will take general command of the movement on Salem. S. A. HURLBUT, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Memphis. Teun., October 10, 1863. Brig. Gen. T. W. SWEENY, La Grange, Tenn.: General Hurlbut directs that you move out promptly at daylight, Sunday, October 11, and drive the enemy. HENRY BINMORE, Assistant Adjutant- General. LA GRANGE, October 10, 1863. Major-General HURLBUT: Colonel Hatch is reorganizing the cavalry division, and I am only waiting for his arrangements to be completed to move. I expect to leave early in the morning. The enemy were re-enforced last night by two brigades, including artillery and infantry, and are commanded by either Lee or Ruggles. If a brigade of infantry and a battery 16 R RYOL XXX, PT I Page 242 242 KY., ~W. VA., TE ~N., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [OaA~. XLII. could be sent to Ripley from Corinth, to co-operate with me, we might succeed in capturing their train and artillery as that would no doubt be one of their lines of retreat. T. W. SWEENY, Brigadier- General. [Indorsement.] General Sherman is requested to push forward a brigade of infantry from La Grange. S. A. H. HDQRS. SECOND DIVISION, SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, La Grange, Tenn., October 10, 1863. Col. ED. HATCH, Commanding Caratry Brigade: If there will riot be enough cavalry left at Grand Junction to act as couriers, you will detail a squadron to act as such, to report to Col. Ben. Spooner, commanding forces left at this place. By order: L. H. EVERTS, Captain and Assistant Adjutant- General. CIRCULAR.] HDQRS. SECOND DIV., SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, La Grange, Tenn., October 10, 1863. Commanding officers at this place will have their commands in condition to move at a moments notice, with 100 rounds of ammuni- tion per man (40 in boxes and 60 in wagons), and six days rations, two in haversacks and four in wagons. By order of T. W. Sweeny, brigadier-general commanding: L. H. EVERTS, Captain and Assistant Adjutant-General. HDQRS. SECOND DIVISION, SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, La Grange, Tenn., October 10, 1863. Lieut. D. T. BOWLER, Acting Assistant Adjutant-General: Lists of infantry regiments to accompany expedition: Seventh Iowa Volunteer Infantry, Second Iowa Volunteer Infantry, Fifty- seventh Illinois Volunteer Infantry, Fifty-fifth Illinois Volunteer Infantry, One hundred and twentieth Illinois Volunteer Infantry. and Eighty-third Indiana Volunteer Infantry or Fifty-seventh Ohio Volunteer Infantry. General Sweeny says that he had directed Colonel Rice to assume command of the infantry brigade, to be composed of the above regi- ments. The circular was issued to this command entire. Respectfully, L. H. EVERTS, Assistant Adjutant- General Page 243 ChAP. XLII.) OORRI3~SPONDENcE, ETC.UNION. 243 CORINTH, October 10, 1863. Major-General HURLBUT: The following just received: GLENDALE, October 10, 1863. A refugee boy says he saw 6,000 rebel cavalry and six pieces of artillery at Vin- cents Cross-Roads yesterday morning going toward Tuscumbia. They were eight hours passing the cross-roads. Vincents is about 50 miles south of here. G. E. SPENCER, Colonel, Commanding. E. A. CARR, Brigadier-General. CORINTH, October 10, 1863. General HURLBUT: The following just received: The cavalry which have returned from the front have exhausted their ammuni- tion, owing to which fact I shall not be able to move upon the enemy until the morning of the 11th October, 1863, which I will try and do before daybreak. I think the enemy will move east. Would respectfully suggest that a force sent in the direction of Ripley to co-operate with me would aid very much in crushing or capturing the enemy. Nothing new from the front this evening. Respectfully, T. W. SWEENY, Brigadier-General. There must b~ some mounted men with artillery, and I think he should take Spooners brigade and attack. CARR, Brigadier-General. CORINTH, October 10, 18f53. General HURLBUT: Scouts in from West Tennessee report 600 or 700 rebel cavalry at Jackson and Muffin. Two hundred crossed the river at Swallow Bluffs on the 4th and 5th to this side; said to be Kentucky cavalry. Col. Frank Harrison was near Union City on the 5th. Guerrillas thick between here and Tennessee River on the Hamburg, Pittsburg, and Purdy roads. Scouts in from the south and east report 500 re- cruits at Columbus, but small force at Okolona and Davenport. At Bay Springs on the 7th October 80 strong. General Roddey has headquarters at Somerville, 25 miles south- east of Decatur, Ala. Colonel Forrests command at Tuscumbia and this side 400 or 500 strong. E. A. CARR, Brigadier-General. HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Brig. Gen. E. A. CARR. Memphis, Tenn., October 10, 1863. Corinth, lliliiss.: Brigadier-General Sweeny is ordered to move out promptly at daylight Sunday morning. Major-General Hurlbut directs that, if necessary, he must be supported from Corinth. HENRY BINMORE, Assistant Adjutant~General Page 244 244 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. NAVY DEPARTMENT, October 10, 1863. Acting Rear-Admiral DAVID D. PORTER, or Capt. A. M. PENNOCK, U. S. Navy, Cairo, Ill.: The War Department is very anxious to know if you can possibly ascend the Tennessee River with your lightest draught gun-boats, so as to protect the transportion of supplies as far as Florence or East- port. Answer immediately as the subject is of the utmost imnpor- tance. GIDEON WELLES, Secretary of Navy. CHATTANOOGA, TENN., October 10, 1863. (Received 9.45 p. in.) Maj. Gen. H. W. HALLECK, General-in-Chief: Your dispatch of the 8th received. I have sent no agents east or west, and given no orders for stocking the railroad, except to request Colonel Parsons, of Saint Louis, to send me all the rolling-stock Grant could spare. This was about six weeks ago. One hundred freight-cars were procured before I left Tullahoma, of which I informed you. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE. CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 10, 186312.15 a. m. (Received 2.42 p. in.) Major-General HALLECK, Washington: The permission to enlist from the Pioneers and others an engineer regiment of veteran volunteers is a great step. To give the best results we want Comstock, of the Engineers, for its colonel. Can we have him? W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. ADJUTANT-GENERALS OFFICE, Washington, October 10, 1863. General ROSEcRANS, Chattanooga, Tenn.: The consolidation of the Twentieth and Twenty-first Army Corps, to constitute the Fourth Corps, renders certain corps staff officers supernumerary. It is desired to hear from General Granger on this subject, in order to arrange the proper legal staff of the Fourth Corps. JAS. A. HARDIE, Assistant Adjutant- General Page 245 CHAP. XLII.) CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UN1OTh 24~i HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 10, 1863. Col. J. A. HARDIE, Assistant Adjutant-General, Washington, D. C.: General Granger will soon make his selection of corps staff. I hope he will make Lodor chief of staff. Lodor and Mendenhall well deserve every consideration that can be extended to them. Lieuten- ant-Colonel Kniffin is retained to assist Lieutenant-Colonel Sim- mons. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 10, 1863. Col. THOMAS A. SCOTT, Louisville, Ky.: My movements are uncertain. I cannot now appoint a time to be in Louisville. The greatest exertions should be used to 0et forward the trains of the troops, which are following them from the East. Late losses embarrass this army, which needs supplies to keep it movable. Its horses are becoming unserviceable; some have starved to death. M. C. MEIGS, Quartermaster-General. WAR DEPARTMENT, Washington City, D. C.. October 10, 18638. 3t~ p. m. Col. THOMAS A. SCOTT, Louisville: The following dispatch has been received from Colonel Innes, at Nashville: NASHVILLE, October 10, 1863. Lieut. Col. JAMES A. HARDIE, Assistant Adjutant-General: Dispatch just received. Some time latter part of August I was directed by gen- eral commanding department to purchase immediately four locomotives for use of roads in this department, and subsequently a further order to purchase more if I thought necessary. I accordingly desired the quartermaster of military railroads to contract for them, which he did, after receiving many propositions, with Norris & Son for eight engines, four to be delivered on or before 1st December, the balance soon as possible. One of these engines is now between Philadelphia and Louisville; the other is about ready to start. The order having been given by the general com- manding, through his qhartermaster, the order t~ rescind the contract will, I sup- pose, be given by the commanding general upon receipt of your telegram. It is out of my hands entirely. Let me say that we need the engines in this department as soon as they can be gotten here. Respectfully, WM. P. INNES, cYolonel and Military Superintendent. Colonel Innes has been informed that the locomotives he mentions may be delivered, and that it is not the intention of the Department to rescind the contract. By order of the Secretary of War: JAB. A. HARDIE, Assistant Adjntant- General Page 246 246 KY., SW. YA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XXII. WAR DEPARTMENT, Washington City, October 10, 18638.35 p. in. (Received 9.13 p. in.) Colonel INNES, Superintendent Military Railroads, Nashville: The Secretary of War does not intend to rescind the contract for the delivery of the locomotives referred to in your dispatch. They may be received. The Department desires to be advised of what is done, to the end that it may complete all necessary arrangements. By order of the Secretary of War: JAS. A. HARDIE, Assistant Adjutant-General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CTJMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 10, 1863. Major-General STONEMAN, Chief of Cavalry, Washington, D. C.: Send the horses to Louisville, whence they will be forwarded to Nashville as soon as practicable. Possibly we may be obliged to send our men for them, to spare railroad transportation. They should be sent down soon. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. LoUISvILLE, October 10, 1863. Major-General ROSECRANS: Reports from citizens below Glasgow represent that Forrest has crossed Cumberland River south of Tompkinsville. Is there any ground for these reports? Where are Wheeler and Forrest? Please answer. J. T. BOYLE, Brigadier-General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 10, 1863. Colonel HODGES, Nashville: See that we have picks, spades, and shovels for regimental issue, and 5,000 of each to spare put in store at Stevenson as soon as practicable. We want also an ample supply of 20-penny nails, 30- penny nails, and spikes. W. ~. ROSECRANS, Major-General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 10, 1863. Colonel HODGES, Nashville: To meet wants of present cavalry operations and starvation of cavalry horses, I have ordered Captain Ekin, at Indianapolis, to pro Page 247 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 247 vide 1,000 cavalry and artillery horses, in addition to the 1,000 Iwe- viously ordered, and to hold them until he learns that the road is open for them. Advise him where to ship and when. M. C. MEIGS, Quartermaster- General. NASHVILLE, October 10, 1863. Brig. Gen. J. A. GARFIELD, Chief of Staff: I am pushing forward cattle by land and railroad; shipped 200 to-day by railroad; am sending other stores also. Will start from here on Monday for front. Lieut. Col. G. W. Burton, commissary of subsistence, and Captain Baker. commissary of subsistence, will represent me in absence. S. SIMMONS, Lieutenant- Colonel and C~a?nmissary of Subsistence. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF TIlE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 10, 1863. Colonel SANDERSON: The major-general commanding directs that you proceed to the lines of the enemy this morning at 11 oclock, with a flag of truce, for the purpose of procuring the remains of the late Brigadier-Gen- eral Lytle. You will be accompanied by Lieutenant-Colonel Ward, Tenth Ohio Volunteers. Very respectfully, your obedient servant WM. McMICHAEL, Major and Assistant Adjutant- General. (Copy to Lieutenant-Colonel Ward.) FORT WooD, October 10, 186311 a. m. Captain MERRILL: Long column of troops moving toward our front from foot of hill east of here. A general and staff at their head. PUTNAM. [Indorsement.] Maj. Gen. W. S. RosEcRANS: These troops are marching by the flank. What was supposed to be a brigade came down side of Missionary Ridge, near the house known as headquarters. About a regiment came down the side of the ridge near where rebel signal station was, and disappeared in timber at foot of ridge. MERRILL. SIGNAL STATION No. 1, Camerons Hill, October 10, 1863. Captain MERRILL: Very heavy columns of smoke at Rossville, with a small column in gap behind that p1 ce. Also heavy smoke southeast at foot of ridge, and a small column in woods 20 degrees north of east, about 2 miles distant. HOWGATE, Lieutenant and Acting Signal Officer Page 248 248 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. STATION No. 1, C~amerons Hill, October 10, 186311.30 a. in. Captain MERRILL: Thirty-five degrees south of east about six regiments of infantry moving north. Ten wagons at same point moving south. HOWGATE. STATION No. 1, Camerons Bill, October 10, 186312 m. Captain MERRILL: The rebels are forming line of battle. Their right begins at 35 degrees south of east and extends to 55 degrees south of east, and perhaps farther, as the timber hides them from view. They have just now broken the line and are marching by regiments into the in- trenchments. Several generals were seen with their staffs moving along the line. We counted five brigades in line. COLE. CAMERO5 HILL, October 10, 18637.15 p. m. Captain MERRILL: Enemys fires extend to-night from south to 35 degrees south of east. From 35 degrees south of east to 50 degrees south of east fires are numerous, while for the other 40 degrees they are fainter than last night. From east to 15 degrees south of east, large fires. See no fires in vicinity of Rossville. HOWGATE. STATION No. 3, Waldens Ridge, October 10, 118638 p. m. Captain MERRILL: Pickets have been firing across the river this afternoon. Occa- sional shots since dark. JONES. GENERAL ORDERS, HDQR5. DEPT. OF THE CUMBERLAND, No. 230. Chattanooga, Tenn., October 10, 1863. I. General Orders, No. 6, from these headquarters, January 30, 1863, authorizes the employment of negroes, two to each company, as cooks, and orders that persons so employed shall be taken up and paid by the Quartermasters Department. By an act of Congress approved March 3, 1863, it is provided as follows: SEC. 9. And be it further enctcted, That cooks shall be detailed in turn from the privates of each company of troops in the service of the United States, at the rate of one cook for each company numbering less than thirty men, and two cooks for each company numbering over thirty men, who shall serve ten days each Page 249 CHAP. XLII.] COlU~ ~PONDENCE, ETC.UNIO]N~. 249 Szc 1 () 4nct be it further enacted, That the President of the United States be, and I vieby, authorized to cause to be enlisted for each cook two under-cooks of AP a~i d scent, who shall receive, for their full compensation, ten dollars per inonti~ a~d one iation per day; three dollars of said monthly pay may be in cloth- mo. The Quai termaster-General has directed that officers of the Quar- term is ei s Department shall not pay negroes employed as cooks, on the oI oun(l that their enlistment has now been authorized by Con- gress, and that their pay is not therefore a proper charge against the appropriations for the Quartermasters Depa~tinent. It is therefore ordered that the negroes employed as company cooks under General Orders, No. 6, from these headquarters, shall, where they have been properly reported on the quartermasters re- turns, be paid from the date of their employment, to include the 2d of March, 1863, by the proper disbursing quartermaster. The number allowed by the sections of the law above quoted will be at once mustered into the service, to date from the 3d of March, 1863, or from such subsequent date as their services may have com- menced. The men so mustered in will be taken up on the muster- rolls of the companies to which they are attached, and will draw their pay from the Pay Department. Attention is called to the fol- lowing extract from General Orders, No. 323, current series, War Department: For a regular company the two under-cooks will be enlisted; for a volunteer company they will be mustered into the service as in the cases of other soldiers. In each case a remark will be made on their enlistment papers showing that they are under-cooks of African descent. Their names will be borne on the company muster-rolls at the foot of the list of privates. They will be paid, and their accounts will be kept, like other enlisted men. They will also be discharged in the same manner as other soldiers. II. So much of General Orders, No. 172, current series, from these headquarters, as directs that negroes employed as servants izf com- pany officers shall be reported and paid by the Quartermasters De- partment, and that the officers employing them shall drop the charge for servants froni their pay accounts, is revoked, as its practical working involves an illegal transfer of funds. The general com- manding trusts, however, that the ends which that order was designed to accomplish, viz, to secure to negroes so employed just compen- sation for their services, will not be defeated. Any officer who takes advantage of the ignorance and defenseless condition of this class of people to defraud them of their just earnings will be se- verely dealt with. By command of Major-General Rosecrans: C. GODDARD, Assistant Adjutant-General. GENERAL ORDERS, HDQRS. DEPT. OF THE CUMBERLAND, No. 231. Chattanooga, Teun., October 10, 1863. The following changes in the staff of the major-general command- ing are published for the information of the army: I. Brig. Gen. J. A. Garfield has been chosen by his fellow-citizens to represent them in the councils of the nation. His high intelli- gence, spotless integrity, business capacity, and thorough acquaint- ance with the wants of the army, will render his services, if po~s Page 250 2~O KY., SW. VA., TENTh, MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [t~HAP. XLII. ble, more valuable to the country in Congress than with us. Re- luctantly yielding to this consideration, the general commanding relieves him from duty as chief of staff. In doing so he returns his thanks to General Garfield for the invaluable assistance he has rendered him by wise councils and assiduous labors, as well as for his gallantry, good judgment, and efficiency at the battle of Chicka- mauga. Maj. Gen. J. J. Reynolds, U. S. Volunteers, is announced as chief of staff. II. Brig. Gen. W. F. Smith being the senior officer of his corps, in this department, is announced as chief engineer. All troops on engineer duty and all engineering operations will be under his pro- fessional control. The two regiments of U. S. colored troops will report to General Smith for engineer duty and be subject to his orders. The general commanding thanks Brig. Gen. J. St. C. Morton for the zeal and energy he has always displayed in the discharge of the duties of chief engineer, from which he is now relieved by a senior officer of his corps, to whom he will report for duty and orders. III. The reorganization of the artillery arm requires the services of additional officers of rank for its efficient management. Brig. Gen. J. M. Brannan is therefore assigned to duty at these head- quarters as chief of artillery. Col. James Barnett, First Ohio Artillery, will report to him for duty. The geueral commanding takes occasion to express his appreciation of the efficient services of Colonel Barnett, who has at all times performed the duties of his office with ability and to his entire satisfaction. By command of Major-General Rosecrans: C. GODDARD, Assistant Adjutant- General. SPECIAL FIELD ORDERS, ~ HDQRS. DEPT. OF THE CUMBERLAND, No. 270. ) Chattanooga, Tenn., October 10, 1863. * * * * * * XI. Special Field Orders, No. 269, Paragraph XIV, is so far amended as to number the division commanded by Brig. Gen. J. C. Davis, the Second Division, Fourteenth Army Corps, and that com- manded by General Baird, the Third Division, Fourteenth Army Corps. * * * * * * * By command of Major-General Rosecrans: HENRY M. CIST, Lieutenant and Acting Assistant Adjutant- General. CIRCULAR.] HDQRS. DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, Teun., October 10, 1863. All officers are cautioned against furnishing copies of the organi- zation of the army to unauthorized persons. No newspaper corres- pondent, or other unauthorized person will be permitted to take memoranda of the organization of the various brigades, divisions Page 251 CHAP. XLIL] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.IJNIO~. 251 and corps, and any officer furnishing information in regard to the organization of the army to any unauthorized person wil lb e deemed guilty of disobedience of orders, and punished accordingly. By command of Major-General Rosecrans: C. GODDARD, Assistant Adjutant-General. (Copy to corps commanders.) HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, Tenn., October 110, 1863. Maj. Gen. GEORGE H. THOMAS, Gomdg. Fourteenth Army Corps, Dept. of the Gumberland: GENERAL: The general commanding directs that the troops retain their present position in line until it is possible to effect a change without confusion. The troops heretofore composing the Twentieth Army Corps and the front covered by them will remain under the command of Major-General Sheridan; those of Twenty-first Corps and its front, of Major-General Palmer. Reports and returns and all current business will be transacted through brigade, division, and corps commanders, as assigned under the new organization. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, C. GODDARD. Assistant Adjutant-General. (Copy to Maj. Gen. G. Granger.) HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 10, 1863. Major-General THOMAS: The major-general commanding directs that the officers in charge of your details for fatigue duty on the works at this place be in- structed to report to you the names of any officers who shall be guilty of neglect of duty, either by negligence in their work or delay in reporting their commands as ordered. He directs the imme- diate trial of such officers, or where you deem it expedient that their names and a description of their offenses be sent to these headquar- ters for dismissal. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, WM. McMJCHAEL, Major and Assistant Adjutant-General. (Copy to Major-General Granger.) HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 10, 1863. Major-General THOMAS: The general commanding directs your attention to the fact that soldiers are sent into town with orders from colonels and others to take possession of and demolish buildings to procure lumber an Page 252 25~ KY., SW. VA., TENTh, MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. LOHAP. XLII. brick. While the general commanding is ready and willing to use all practicable means within the limits of propriety to add to the comfort of the officers and men of this army, he cannot permit this indiscriminate destrnction. When lumber is required reqnisitions niust be made; these requisitions, when approved by division and corps commanders, will be filled when practicable. Under orders from these headquarters, these instructions and orders will be pub- lished to your command. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, C. GODDARD, Lieutenant- Colonel and Assistant Adjutant- General. (Copy to Maj. Gen. G. Granger.) CIRCULAR.] HDQRs. DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 10, 1863. The major-general commanding directs all subsistence stores in the hands of division commissaries to be turned over at once to Capt. A. D. Baker, post commissary, for equal distribution to the com- mand. All trains loaded with subsistence stores now en route from Stevenson will report to Captain Baker, who will receipt for the stores. By command of Major-General Rosecrans: WM. McMICHAEL, Major and Assistant Adjutant-General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 10, 1863. Major-General THOMAS: To-morrow being Sunday there will be no work on the fortifica- tions. Details which have been ordered will report on Monday at the hours heretofore designated. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, WM. McMJCHAEL, Major and Assistant Ac0utant-General. (Copy to Maj. Gen. G. Granger.) CIRCULAR. I HDQRS. DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 10, 1863. Many families who are destitute of the means of subsistence, and whom we cannot afford to feed, have been granted passes and orders for transportation by our empty trains to Bridgeport and Stevenson. All officers and others in charge of trains are directed to furnish transportation to all citizens having passes, and orders for transpor- tation from these headquarters or from the post commander. The post quartermaster is directed to see that this order is complied with by all trains for Bridgeport and Stevenson. By command of Major-General Rosecrans C. GODDARD, Lieutenant- Colonel and Assistant Adjutant- General Page 253 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 253 HEADQUARTERS TWENTY-FIRST ARMY CORPS, Chattanooga, October 10, 1863. Brigadier-General GARFIELD, Chief of Staff: SIR: I have the honor to request that my escort be permitted to accompany me to Stevenson, or to whatever point I may find it most expedient to take the cars en route to Nashville. I am, sir, very respectfully, your obedient servant, T. L. CRITTENDEN, Major- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 10, 1863. Major-General CRITTENDEN: Your two communications of this date are received. Your escort will accompany you to Stevenson or Bridgeport, and thence report to these headquarters. The general commanding regrets that orders from War Depart- ment place it beyond his power to grant your request in regard to Captain Oldershaw, assistant adjutant-general, but he will take pleasure in approving any request that you make in regard to him to the War Department. In the meantime, Captain Oldershaw will report for duty in the adjutant-generals office at these headquarters. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, J. A. GARFIELD, Brigadier-General, Chief of Staff. HEADQUARTERS TWENTY-FIRST ARMY CORPS, Chattanooga, Tenn., October 10, 1863. To the Officers and Soldiers of the Twenty-first Army Corps: The general commanding announces with sorrow that the name of this corps has been stricken from the army rolls, and that he has been removed from duty and ordered to report to Indianapolis, that his conduct in the late battle of Chickamauga may be investigated. The general commanding regrets the separation from his com- mand, not the investigation. Investigation! The closest scrutiny, however it may affect him, can only brighten your fame. Your deeds at Chickamauga, as at Stones River, will hand down to posterity your honored names. You have honored me. The mighty hand of the Twenty-first Army Corps has graven the name of its commander on famous pages of the past, and the slanderers tongue cannot revoke the past. Fixture honors await you. May Gods blessing attend you. T. L. CRITTENDEN, Major-General, U. S. Volunteers. GENERAL ORDERS, HEADQUARTERS FOURTH ARMY CORPS, No. 1. Chattanooga, Tenn., October 10, 1863. I. By direction of the President of the United States, and in ac- cordance with General Orders, No. 228, current series, Department of the Cumberland, the undersigned assumes command of the Fonrtli Army Corps Page 254 254 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. ~ XLII. II. Being unexpectedly assigned to the command of troops so de- servedly distinguished for bravery, endurance, and discipline, upon the battle field or wherever duty has called, this is a proper occasion for me to say that I am proud to be with you and identified with such gallant defenders of the cause so dear to American people. Let there be unity of sentiment, concert and harmony of action among us until this accursed rebellion is crushed and the noble Army of the Cumberland rests its if anks, the right upon the Gulf of Mexico, the left upon the Atlantic Ocean. The following staff officers are hereby announced. They will act until a permanent organization of the staff is effected: Maj. J. S. Fullerton, assistant adjutant-general. Capt. H. C. Ransom, chief quartermaster. Capt. D. Remick, chief commissary. Capt. J. Gordon Taylor, aide-de-camp. Lient. T. G. Beaham, aide-de-camp. Reports will be made and business transacted through the above- named officers in accordance with existing orders and regulations. G. GRANGIER, Major- General, Commanding. JASPER, October 10, 18637 p. m. Colonel MACKAY, Quartermaster: I arrived at this place with General Palmers supply train at noon this day. No trouble thus far. F. L. NEFF, Lieutenant- Golonel, Thirty;first ludtana. HDQRS. FIRST BRIG., FIRST DIv., GRANGERS CORPS, Fort Whitaker, October 10, 1863. Major FULLERTON, Assistant Aajutant- General: Last night there were fires on the east and west sides of Lookout, dotting it thickly. There was considerable noise and great barking of dogs up Lookout Valley; from sound it was inferred troops were moving. Nothing could be seen. Lookout Valley is finely con- structed for secret moving of troops. A knoll in front conceals the valley from observation on this side, while a second range of hills, classifying them by size, separates the valley immediately under Raccoon range, running parallel with the river, opening upon it by gaps, as at Williams Ferry and other places, until they terminate about Williams Island. Behind that little range of hills there were great barking of dogs and noise last night. The river front of my command must be some 6 or 8 miles. I went down as far as where the Pioneer Corps are stationed making the road between the moun- tain and the river, just above where the enemy fired on our train, day before yesterday. Strange to say, at half past 10 oclock at night, 6 of us, mounted on horseback, rode into their midst without being challenged by any sentinel, and we could not find a picket post or guard on this side up the river; they were most grossly and negligently exposed. They were under shelter tents, and had good bright fires visible for a considerable distance. This camp is about 5 miles below my head- quarters, as near as I can judg~e Page 255 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 255 Last evening the signal corps appearing on Lookont Rock, I directed Captain Aleshire to drive them off. The third shell exploded among them; it was distinctly visible. No more signals were giveIi up to night where they could be seen from Fort Whitaker. Lookouts 11 ave been established as directed. Respectfully, W. C. WHITAKER, Brigadier-General, Corndg. First Brigade, First Division. HEADQUARTERS U. S. FORCES, Nashville, Tenn., October 10, 1863. Maj. Gen. GORDON GRANGER: GENERAL: I have the honor to report to you that I have made the best possible disposition of the limited force at my command, to guard the road from this place to Murfreesborough. As soon as I ascertained that the enemy was moving in the direction of the rail- road, I made a requisition on Major-General Slocum for troops. I obtained on my earnest solicitation 900 and sent them at once, under command of Brigadier-General Ward, to Murfreesborough. I also strengthened every point between here and Murfreesborough, with all the available force at my command, sending a section of artillery to LaYergue, and a section to Stewarts Creek, and one piece to Stock- ades Nos. 1 and 2 each, on the Nashville and Chattanooga Railroad. It was impossible with my force to guard any portion of the road beyond Murfreesborough. No portion of the troops of my division having been relieved by the command of Major-General Slocum, on the evening of the 4th instant I made a requisition on Major-General Hooker for a regi- ment, which, if it could have been furnished, would have been suffi- cient to have protected the bridge near Murfreesborough. I also, by permission of Major-General Slocum, at 10 p. in., ordered Colonel Coburn with his regiment to Murfreesborough, but owing to his regi- ment being scattered at water-tanks and other places, it could not be gotten ready in time to reach Murfreesborongh before daylight next morning. I therefore countermanded the order, apprehensive that the command and train would fall into the hands of the enemy, whom I had information would reach the road by daylight, which informa- tion afterward proved true. I to-night or(lered the One hundred and twenty-ninth Illinois to rejoin the command at Franklin and Columbia. They will leave shortly. This was done on information sent by General Mitchell, that Wheeler had divided his forces, moving himself with one column in the direction of Franklin. Mizuer reports that he will move to-morrow into redoubt he has constructed on a hill which commands Columbia, and which he thinks he can hold against a gre tly superior force. I thought it Iny- self advisable to withdraw Mizner from Franklin, but did not feel myself at liberty to do so, as I had no instructions to that effect, and not knowing how much importance was attached to the bridge newly constructed on that road, or why Colonel Mizner was kept on that position. I have placed five companies at Mancoes Creek, and one piece of artillery, and have sent three companies to General Paine, who is weakened by detachments sent to Carthage to escort the train with stores from that station to Gallatiii. To replace the detachment Page 256 256 KY., SW. VA., TENK., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. sent from here, I have organized about 1,100 convalescents and de- tached squads of men now waiting at this post an opportunity to join their regiments in front. These last and the convalescents who are fit for field service, I can relieve before I will have an opportu- nity to send them to the front, by detachments now absent. The command here has been worked very hard, the men being on guard every other night; but I am happy to say the men have done their duty well and cheerfully. I am, colonel, your very obedient servant, R. S. GRANGER, Brigadier-General, Commanding. SIGNAL STATION, Fort Dunlap, October 10, 186312 in. General WooD: There are columns of smoke rising in enemys camp on our right. The brigade heretofore encamped at debris of stone fence to left of Bald Knob moved a little farther to the left; their teiits, however, remain at old camp. I think they have gone to work on line of rifle- pits to left of abandoned fortifications. A small column of infantry moved down ridge to right of heavy gun. M. DE MOTTE, Signal Olticer. OcTOBER 10, 186312.30 p. m. General WOOD: To the right of earth-works where heavy gun was fired the enemy have constructed since I was at this fort on the 8th instant, earth- works. Only one embrasure is completed; a gun is there in position. The work is on a line with and same distance to the right of work where heavy gun is, and was on 8th a mere line of rifle-pits. L. M. DE MOTTE, Signal OjJicer. CHATTANOOGA, October 10, 1863. Brigadier-General MORGAN: it Information received to-day leads the general commanding to think possible that the enemys cavalry have divided into squads and will attempt to cross the river at various points. He directs you to be on the lookout for them at Andersons Cross-Roads and vicinity. C. GODDARD, Assistant Adjutant-General. HEADQUARTERS SECOND DIVISION, RESERVE CORPS, Stevenson, Ala., October 10, 1863. Major FULLERTON, Assistant Adjutant-General, District Headquarters: In accordance with the foregoing order the Sixteenth Illinois In- fantry and Beebes battery left Bridgeport this morning for Ande Page 257 Ca& p. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNIOK. 257 sons Cross-Roads; also One hundred and eighth Ohio Infantry and two sections of Edgartons battery (the other section being there already) for same point. The Eightieth Illinois Infantry is being relieved on the line of rail- road to-day by General Hookers troops, and will move to same point to-morrow or day after. Orders have been issued to Fourteenth Michigan Infantry at Columbia to move immediately on receipt of order to Andersons Cross-Roads, moving via Lewisburg, Farming- ton, Shelbyville, and Stevenson. The Eighteenth Michigan Infantry and One hundred and sixth Ohio Infantry are to move as soon as relieved by railroad to Stevenson and from there to Andersons Cross- Roads by wagon road. The different detachments of Tenth Ohio Cavalry stationed along the line of railroad are ordered to same point. The Thirty-fourth Illinois Infantry is guarding pontoon bridge at Battle Creek. I shall order the Third [Ohio] Infantry back to Battle Creek to remain with pontoon train. I will move with division headquarters and five companies Tenth Ohio Cavalry to-morrow morning early. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, JAMES D. MORGAN, Brigadier- General, Corhmanding. CHATTANOOGA, October 10, 18639.30 p. m. General J. D. MORGAN: The general commanding directs that instead of proceeding to An- dersons Cross-Roads you move with the portion of your command now on the line of railroad to Battle Creek, at which place you will establish your headquarters. The Thirty-fourth Illinois, now at that place, will be ordered to report to you for duty until further orders. Colonel Tillson will remain at Andersons Cross-Roads, and will re- ceive instructions from the general commanding. The One hundred and eighth Ohio will accompany your command. The Fourteenth Michigan and One hundred and sixth Ohio will remain for the pres- ent where they now are. Arrived at Battle Creek you will place a sufficient guard to protect the pontoons at that point and send par- ties to repair the roads to Jasper and beyond. Detailed instructions will be sent you by cpurier to Battle Creek. C. GODDARD, Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 10, 1863. Brig. Gen. J. D. MORGAN: Instructions have just been sent you by telegraph directing you to establish your headquarters at Battle Creek instead of Andersons Cross-Roads as previously ordered. The general commanding directs you to place a sufficient guard at that point to protect the pontoons and watch the crossings of the river; with the remainder of your force you will proceed to repair the road thence to Jasper and beyond. This work must be thor- oughly done and the road put in the best possible condition. Divide 17 R RVOL XXX, PT i Page 258 258 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. your force into squads and so apportion the work as to expedite it as much as possible. Select an officer from your command who has some knowledge of engineering and send him to the crossing of the Sequatchie River to make estimates for the necessary timber to re- build the bridge at that place. This timber you will have cut and prepare on the ground for rebuilding the bridge. The road at present in use crosses the river at Kelleys Mill by a ford below the dam at that point. By rebuilding the bridge the main road which crosses above some distance can be saved and the bad narrow road by Kelleys Mill avoided. Colonel Tillson has been directed to re- main at Andersons Cross-Roads and repair the road in that vicinity. A copy of the orders sent him is inclosed for your information. * Report your progress and anything else of interest daily by courier to these headquarters. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, C. GODDARD, Lieutenant-Colonel and Assistant Adjutant-General. HEADQUARTERS U. S. FORCES, Andersons Cross-Roads, October 10, 1863. Major MCMICHAEL, Asst. Adjt. Gen., Hdqrs. Dept. of the (Jumberland: MAJOR: On examining the road yesterday I found at the gulch a very bad descending hill. Work there would facilitate transit of trains and save much breakage; it requires some corduroy and some macadamizing. Had I tools I would station two or three companies there with this object, and respectfully suggest that the Twenty-first Kentucky Infantry, which is no longer needed here, be withdrawn to that point. I omitted to state in last report my estimate of the slaughter of mules by the rebels. Some 250 carcasses have been burned; perhaps 100 more are scattered over the country; have been obliged to kill several. Very respectfully, & c., JOHN TILLSON Golcmel Tenth illinois Infantry, Commantiling. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CIJMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 10, 1863. Col. JOHN TILLsoN, Tenth illinois Volunteers, Andersons Cross-Roads: Your communication of this date is at hand. The general com- manding heartily approves your suggestion in regard to the repair of the road. He directs you to commence the work at once, using all the tools you can collect from your regiment and sending at once to Bridgeport or Stevenson for anj additional ones required. The Twenty-first Kentucky Volunteers are ordered to report to you for temporary duty. The order accompanies this letter. In sending parties to repair the road do not neglect the sufficient protection of the point at which you are posted. Use the labor to the best possi- ble advantage so as to push the repairs as rapidly as possible. * See last communication on this page Page 259 CHAP. XLII.] C0RRESP0~DENVE, ETC.UNION. 259 General Morgan has been directed to establish his headquarters at Battle Creek, and to use his force in repairing the roads thence to Jasper and beyond. Continue to report daily by letter to these headquarters. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, C. GODDARD, Lieutenant- Colonel, Assistant Adjutant- General. [Inclosure.] HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, COMMANDING OFFICER, Chattanooga, October 10, 1863. Twenty-first Kentucky Volunteers: The general commanding directs you to report your command for temporary duty to Col. John Tillson, commanding Tenth Illinois Volunteers, at Andersons Cross-Roads. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, C. GODDARD, Lieutenant-Colonel and Assistant Adjutant-General. HEADQUARTERS SECOND BRIGADE, North Chicicamauga, Teun., October 10, 18636 a. m. Brigadier-General GARFIELD: Lieutenant Chatfield, Eighty-fifth Illinois, the officer whom I sent over on the other side, saw pickets all along the bank; supposed them to be infantry; saw no camp-fires; heard about 1 oclock the clink of trail pieces as they limbered up a battery, which seemed to be about 200 yards from the river. The battery moved off quietly, seemingly up the river. I heard rebel drums yesterday morning at 4 a. m. This morning I did not hear any. I am, very respect~fully, your obedient servant, DANL. MCCOOK, Colonel, Commanding Brigade. C. GODDARD, NASHVILLE, October 10, 1863. Assistant Adjutant-General: Officers and soldiers who just arrived from McMinnville, paroled by Wheeler, were sent to Louisville. Have telegraphed General Boyle to return them to this place. Those who have arrived since receipt of first telegram on the subject have been retained here, and will be sent to their regiments the first opportunity. R. S. GRANGER, Brigadier- General. STEVENsON, October 10, 186310.30 p. m. Brigadier-General GRANGER, Nashville: Keep a sharp lookout for the raiders. Wheelers party, when last heard from, were near Fayettevillethis on the night of the 8t Page 260 260 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. LOHAP. XLII. instantand were closely pursued by our cavalry. Roddeys band,. numberiug about 1,0% men, were at the tunnel last night, and may attempt to form a junction with Wheeler. By last accounts our forces Were gaining advantages over the enemy all the time, and had high hopes that they would capture the entire crowd. The rebels declare that they are striking for our communications where- ever they can reach them. Will take care of everything below Murfreesborough and at that place. JOSEPH HOOKER, Major- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 10, 186310.30 p. m. Brigadier-General GRANGER, Nashville: If you can safely spare them send back two of Boyles regiments one to Bowling Green, the other to Munfordville. J. A. GARFIELD, Brigadier-General and Chief of Staff. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 10, 1863. Brig. Gen R. S. GRANGER, Nashville: The general commanding is informed that our men captured, paroled, and set at liberty by the enemys cavalry are being sent, under orders from you, to paroled camps. . These men are set at liberty contrary to the terms of the cartel and General Orders, No. 100, War Department; hence cannot be considered prisoners and must be at once arrested and returned to duty. Orders have been sent to Louisville to return men who have already gone forward. By order of General Rosecrans: C. GODDARD, Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 10, 186310.40 p. m. Brigadier-General GRANGER, Nashville: Arrest the officers who surrendered at McMinnville, and have them tried for their conduct in that affair. * Notify bridge guards that no surrenders are allowed. Those who surrender will be disgraced and punished. Publish this dispatch in the newspapers. J. A. GARFIELD Brigadier-General and Chief of Staff. * See General Orders, No. 264, Part II, p. 712 Page 261 Ca& p. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNIOTh 261 HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 10, 1863. Brig. Gen. R. S. GRANGER, Nashville: Report the situation and position of Streights brigade, or the troops thereof, Fifty-first Indiana, Third Ohio, Eightieth Illinois, and Seventy-third Indiana. All yon know is desired. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 10, 1863. Brig. Gen. R. S. GRANGER, Nashville: From a dispatch received from General Paine the general com- manding thinks you had better send one regiment to Gallatin for a few days. FRANK S. BOND, Major and Aide-de- Camp. COWAN, October [10 ?], 1863.] (Received Decherd 9 a. in., 10th.) Maj. Gem D. BUTTERFIELD: Tunnel obstructed by timber and rocks thrown down shafts. No damage to bridges or trains heard of. Enemy twelve companies under Colonel Wise, and were 1 mile south of tunnel this morning. We have neither cavalry nor artillery. No trains arrived here since we arrived yesterday. Two trains with troops have just arrived at south end of tunnel and want engines, one fiat-car and one hun- dred and fifty shovels. No engine here. Will you send them? WM. GIVEN, Colonel, Commanding. DECHERD, October 10, 1863. Colonel GIVEN: One hundred and twenty-five men just gone down. I follow in a few moments. Your infantry should be able to smash hell out of twelve companies of cavalry. Lose no time in doing so if an oppor- tunity can be found. All you have to do to whip them is to attack boldly. DANL. BUTTERFIELD, Major-General. COWAN, October 10, 1863. Major-General BUTTERFIELD: Conductor from Stevenson says tunnel will be cleared and his traill through in three hours. Trains from north here. Engine, flat-car, shovels gone out. WM. GIVEN, Golonel, Commanding Page 262 262 KY., SW.VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. ICHAP. XLII. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 10, 1863 Brigadier-General PAINE, Gallatin: The general commanding has directed that one regiment be sent temporarily to report to you. He also says the guerrillas must be cleaned out from your neighborhood, and great pains must be taken to protect trains. For any surrender of a train the officer in charge will be severely punished, and will not be excused. FRANK S. BOND, Major and Aide-de-Camp. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 10, 186310.40 p. m. Brig. Gen. A. C. GILLEM, Nashville: Your dispatch received. The general commanding says so soon as the cava~1ry raid is over, he will send you the force to guard the road. Roddey was last heard from near the tunnel, and is on the rampage. FRANK S. BOND, Major and Aide-de-Camp. HEADQUARTERS CHIEF OF CAVALRY, October 10, 1863. Colonel .McCooK, Commanding First Division: COLONEL: The general commanding directs that you detail a party this morning to go out and press from wealthy farmers sheep and cattle enough for a days rations, and take measures at once to have the firing that is going on in camp stopped. He also directs that you see that the horses of your command are thoroughly groomed this morning. Respectfully, yours, & c., WM. H. SINCLAIR, Assistant Adjutant- General. How far back are your poor horses? WM. H. S., Assistant Adjutant-General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 10, 1863. Major-General HOOKER, Stevenson: Please direct General Howard to put troops under an able officer to locate and make a corduroy and repair two wagon roads from Bridgeport to Battle Creekone for going, the other for returnin Page 263 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 263 trains. One should be undertaken and completed before the other is begun. The corduroy should be of the most permanent kind three heavy stringers or sleepers, then the cross-pieces or corduroy of logs, not less than 8 or 10 inches in diameter, tied at proper dis- tances by forks. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Major-General HOOKER, Chattanooga, October 10, 1863. Stevenson: Please cause the post quartermaster to send us daily reports of all trains arriving and departing, either for freight or forage, specifying the numbers of wagons and the amount of freight or forage brought in or sent out. The same kind of report for railroad trains. Send for Captain Baker, assistant quartermaster; tell him that, if he fails in future to answer calls for information from Colonel Mackay, assistant quartermaster, or any other staff officer writing from these headquarters, he will be apt to lose his commission. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Major-General HOOKER, Chattanooga, October 10, 18639 a. m. Stevenson: What news from the tunnel and up the road? The rebel cavalry may have dispersed in gangs, and in that case we may expect them across into the Sequatchie again, if they can get there. Notice should be given in all directions so soon as the facts warrant the apprehension. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. STEVENSON, October 10, 186311.30 a. m. Brigadier-General GARFIELD: Say to the general that the tunnel is all right and the track through clear. Earth and stones were thrown into the tunnel through the cowardice of the officer in command at that point. He is under arrest. The road was threatened last night by Roddeys force, which crossed the river below and passed through Larkins- ville yesterday morning. I dispatched 1,000 men from Bridgeport to anticipate the attack, but owing, I think, to want of power in the locomotive, failed to reach their destination in season to be of service. I cannot learn of any further division of the enemys forces. JOSEPH HOOKER, Major- General, Commanding Page 264 264 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 10, 1863. Major-General HOOKER, Stevenson: In compliance with your wishes, the troops under General Mor- gan are relieved from duty on the line of the railroad, and orders have been sent to him to take post with his command at Battle Creek to guard the pontoons at that point and repair the roads thence to Jasper and beyond, his headquarters to be at Battle Creek. This order will make the detail of the regiment from your com- mand to relieve the Thirty-fourth Illinois at Battle Creek, as ordered yesterday, unnecessary. That order is therefore revoked, and the regiment will, if it has started, be recalled. By order of Major-General Rosecrans: C. GODDARD, Assistant Adjutant- General. STEVENSON, October 10, 18635.30 p. m. Brigadier-General GARFIELD: General Morgan presented me with a telegram from department headquarters countermanding the withdrawal of his troops between here and Tantalon. I had previously ordered a brigade from the Eleventh Corps to relieve them, and the residue to take post in this vicinity. The brigade is here. Ii prefer those points to be held by troops with which I am acquainted. I apprehend no annoyance from raiders after my troops are once in position. This has been delayed by the non-arrival of a portion of the Twelfth Corps, and among them an unusnal portion of general officers. JOSEPH HOOKER, Major-General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 10, 1863. Major-General HOOKER, Stevenson, Ala. Have you further information from our cavalry? Do you think the enemys cavalry passed from the tunnel over toward the Sequatchie? Give all the information you have. W. S. ROSECRANS. STEVENSON, October 10, 18638 p. m. Brigadier-General GARFIELD: General Butterfield just in. He reports that Sherman, a railroad man, and a prisoner of Wheelers for two days, reports that the rebel cavalry which crossed the river above numbered about 8,000, and that while with the rebel forces he heard the officers state that they regarded the position of the army at Chattanooga as impregnable; that they were afraid to attack it, and resolved to starve it out by cutting the communications from Chattanooga to Louisville, an Page 265 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 265 that before my command could reach here. At McMinnville this cohimu divided; one under Wheeler moved in the direction of Shel- byville, and that under Forrest, in the direction of Murfreesborough. After the destruction of Stones River bridge they made for Union- yule, followed by Mitchell. Wheelers column was followed by Crook, re-enforced by Lowe, Fifth Iowa, and all followed in the pursuit in the direction of Fayetteville, our forces all the time *~ngaged successfully with high hopes of destroying their entire forces. The last news from this column was night before last. I place full reliance in the above, except as it regards the number of the enemy and of Forrests presence. I think the whole column did not exceed 4,000, and all under Wheeler. With regard to what is called Roddeys command, I know that it numbers not less than 1,000 men; that they encamped about 1 miles from the tunnel last night, and I have had 500 inf~ntry after them to-day, but were not able to come up with them. I feel strong at all the vulnerable points on the road. Not knowing the direction of their movement, I have enjoined vigilance on the part of all. This column is without artillery. JOSEPH HOOKER, Major- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 10, 18639.45 p. m. Major-General HOOKER, Stevenson: The general commanding directs me to ask in what direction is it supposed that Roddeys force moved. FRANK S. BOND, Major and Aide-de-C~amp. STEVENSON, October 10, 186310 p. m. FRANK S. BOND, Aide-de- Camp, Chattanooga: Dispatch of to-day received. I am not informed of the direction IRoddeys force took. It is the impression of General Butterfield that they will attempt to form a junction with Wheelers command. JOSEPH HOOKER, Major- General, Commanding. STEVENSON, October 10, 1863. Lieutenant-Colonel GODDARD, Assistant Adjutant- General: General Mitchell has just reported to me one division of his force at Flint River, the other at Winchester, much jaded; states he has driven enemy across Tennessee, capturing in all over 1,000 prisoners and five pieces of artillery. Forty-one wagons of Captain Craigs train laden with forage is just about starting for Chattanooga. JOSEPH HOOKER, Major- General Page 266 ~66 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLIL OCTOBER 10, 1863. General HOOKER: The damage was throwing down obstructions, earth, stones, & c. The conduct of the commanding officer of the guard was damnable, as near as I can learn. Have ordered his arrest, and of a strong mind to drum-head and shoot him. DANL. BUTTERFIELD, Major-General. COWAN, October 10, 186310.50 a. m. Colonel INNES: Reports that tunnel was obstructed caused me to delay an engine to get tools down to clear it out. This urgent necessity only would prompt me to take so dangerous a step. All is clear now. Will have the telegraph repaired here shortly, and the trains can move as ordered. Your train dispatchers at Nashville cannot certainly move trains when, the telegraph and railroad is obstructed. Under no other circumstances would I interfere at all or allow any one else to. DANL. BUTTERFIELD. Major- General. COWAN, October 10, 186310.50 a. m. Major-General HOOKER: The tunnel is now clear and telegraph working. Shall the detach- ment of Eleventh Corps, just arrived here, be returned, and where to? Have about 1,000 men here from above. DANL. BUTTERFIELD, Major- General. STEVENSON, October 10, 186311.30 a. m. Major-General BUTTERFIELD: Let the detachment be returned. Will determine where to go on their arrival. Hope the cars can run from this out. We are short on supplies. JOSEPH HOOKER Major-General, Commanding. OCTOBER 10, 1863. Major-General SLOCUM, Murfreesboro agh: Arrived here at 10 oclock this morning with Fifth arid Twentieth Connecticut, and One hundred and twenty-third New York Volun- teers. The Fifth has gone to tunnel at Cowan, which has been obstructed. Nothing new of rebels since last night. The late move- ments of troops has been arduous and not eminently fruitful. A. S. WILLIAMS, Brigadier-General Page 267 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 267 Lieut. Col. H. C. RODGERS, DECHERD, October 10, 1863. Assistant Adjutant-General: uger marches from Christiana to-day; will be near Tullahoma~ and tak~ post from that south, including Elk River bridge. Three rear regiments will be this side of Tullahoina to-night and occupy the rest of my line; all will be in position to-morrow, I think. Which corps should guard Tantalon? It is embraced in orders to both; properly belongs to Eleventh Corps. A. S. WILLIAMS, Brigadier-General. HEADQUARTERS U. S. FORCES, lllnrfreesborongh, Tenn., October 10, 1863. Maj. Gen. H. W. SLOCUM, Commanding Twelfth Army Corps: GENERAL: I have the honor to report, for your information, th& troops now in my command, in addition to the Second Division, Twelfth Army Corps, and the strength of the same. Effective strength. 19th Michigan Volunteer Infantry, Col. H. C. Gilbert 47S 22d Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry, Col. W. L. Utley 321 Detachment 4th East Tennessee Cavalry, Major Stephens; detachment dis- mounted men, First Brigade, Second Cavalry Division, Lieut. Col. J. J. Seibert. 27~ Troops in Fort Rosecrans, Maj. C. Houghtaling, 1st Illinois Light Artillery.... 938 Stragglers of Eleventh and Twelfth Army Corps, Capt. W. J. Mackey, 147th Pennsylvania Volunteers, commanding 124 The armament in Fort Rosecrans is Guns. 8-inch siege howitzers 11 24-pounder James rifled, siege 15 6-pounder smooth-bore, field 12-pounder howitzers, field 2 10-pounder rifled Parrott, field 1 6-pounder rifled James, field 4 3-inch rifled Rodman, field 1 3rinch rifled bronze, field 1 51 The outpost detail consists of 6 commissioned officers, 15 sergeants, 3.3 corporals, and 173 privates, posted on the Woodbury, Liberty, Lebanon, Nashville, Salem, Shelbyville, and Manchester pikes, at west of Liberty, east of Stones River, Stones River, and Wilkersons Cross-Roads. Major Stephens furnishes daily 4 men as vedettes on each of the pikes. I have placed Brigadier-General Greene in command of the troops, and have directed an inspection to be made at once, with a view tc~ placing everything in the best possible condition. I have incorpo- rated the provost guard of the Second Division, Twelfth Army Corps, with the guard already here, making in all 212 strong, of which Capt. W. J. Alexander One hundred and eleventh Pennsylvania Volunteers, is in command. I have the honor to be, general, very respectfully, your obedient servant, JNO. W. GEARY, Brigadier~General, V. S. Volunteers, 6~ommanding Page 268 268 KY., SW. VA., TENK., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. TUNNEL, October 10, 18633.30 p. m. Brigadier-General KNIPE, Commanding, Cowan: A rock has just been thrown down the tunnel as we passed through. I have sent a detachment of th~ Eleventh Corps up over the tunnel for temporary examination. Upon receipt of this order you will send a sufficient force to thoroughly clear the line of the shafts and all the country above and around the tunnel of any guerrillas or enemy. If you have not sufficient force apply to General Williams for more. There must be some of the enemy lurking in the woods. Lose no time in the execution of this order, and place a sufficient force to thoroughly, effectually, and efficiently guard the tunnel. DANL. BUTTERFIELD, Major-General, Chief of Staff. STEVENSON, October 10, 186311.30 a. m. Major-General HOWARD: Do you want the detachment of 1,000 men to be returned to Bridge- port, or are they a part of the brigade you propose to locate here? They ar~ now on their return to Stevenson. JOSEPH HOOKER, Major-General, Commanding. STEVENSON, October 10, 18638.15 p. m. Col. W. H. JACOBS, Cowan, care of Colonel Packer: The first train passing this way through the tunnel has been di- rected to stop and take your command. JOSEPH HOOKER, Major- General, Commanding. STEVENSON, October 10, 18639 p. m. Major-General HOWARD: The order for you to send a regiment to Battle Creek to relieve the Thirty-fourth Illinois Volunteers has been countermanded, therefore do not let it march. Five hundred of your men from the tunnel have returned by the cars, and the balance will be in to-night. JOSEPH HOOKER, Major- General, Commanding. HDQRS. 168TH REGIMENT NEW YORK VOLUNTEERS, Camp at Bridgeport, Ala., October 10, 1863. Maj. Gen. 0. 0. HOWARD, Commanding Eleventh Army Corps: GENERAL: I have the honor of submitting the inclosed expression of the officers of this regiment upon the subject mentioned by yo Page 269 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 269 to me in the interview which I had with you yesterday. I would respectfully remark that the inclosed paper is signed by all the offi- cers of the regiment who are present. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, WILLIAM R. BROWN, Colonel 168th Regiment New Yorh Volunteers. P. S.I would have sent you this sooner, but from the delay in getting the papers signed, caused by the absence of some of the offi- cers on picket duty. W. R. B. [Inclosure.] HDQRS. 168TH REGIMENT NEW YORK VOLUNTEERS, Camp at Bridgeport, Ala., October 9, 1863. We, the undersigned officers of the One hundred and sixty-eighth Regiment New York Volunteers, having heard from Major-General Howard that expressions disloyal in their nature and tendency have been reported to him as having been expressed by one or more of the officers of the regiment, do hereby repel with indignity such. allegations, and at the same time take this opportunity of express- ing our devotion to the Government of the United States, and reit- erate every word of the oath we severallytook upon our muster into the service, and are ready and willing to do our duty under any and every emergency: William R. Brown, colonel One hundred and sixty-eighth Regi- ment New York Volunteers; William M. Hathaway, first lieutenant, adjutant, One hundred and sixty-eighth Regiment New York Vol- unteers; James T. Chase, first lieutenant Company G, One hundred and sixty-eighth Regiment New York Volunteers~ James C. Ren- nison, Company I, One hundred and sixty-eighth Regiment New York Volunteers; William D. Dickey (Republican), Company I, One hundred and sixty-eighth Regiment New York Volunteers; Daniel Low, jr., second lieutenant Company I, One hundred and sixty-eighth Regiment New York Volunteers; Daniel Torbush, Company B, One hundred and sixty-eighth Regiment New York Volunteers; Oliver Taylor, Company B, One hundred and sixty- eighth Regiment New York Volunteers; Isaac N. Morehouse CoIn- pany B, One hundred and sixty-eighth Regiment New York Volun- teers; James H. Anderson (Republican), captain Company C, One hundred and sixty-eighth Regiment New York Volunteers; James H. Sarles, first lieutenant Company E, One hundred and sixty-eighth Regiment New York Volunteers; Capt. Bennett Gilbert, Company E, One hundred and sixty-eighth Regiment New York Volunteers; Lieut. A. J. Gilbert, Company E, One hundred and sixty-eighth Regiment New York Volunteers; Lieut. J. K. R. Oakley (Repub- lican), Company C, One hundred and sixty-eighth Regiment New York Volunteers; Lieut. Lester Genung, Company C, One hundred and sixty-eighth Regiment New York Volunteers; Capt. Samuel Hunter (Republican), Company G, One hundred and sixty-eighth Regiment New York Volunteers; Capt. William H. Terwilhiger, Company A, One hundred and sixty-eighth Regfment New York Volunteers; Lient. A. Ferguson, Company D, One hundred and sixty-eighth Regiment New York Volunteers; Lieut. L. Brennan, Company F, One hundred and sixty-eighth Regiment New Yor Page 270 270 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. Volunteers; Lieut. T. Peter Terwilliger (Republican), Company G, One hundred and sixty-eighth Regiment New York Volunteers; Capt. Isaac Jenkinson (Republican), Company D, One hundred and sixty-eighth Regiment New York Volunteers; Lieut. D. C. Wilkin, commanding Company H, One hundred and sixty-eighth Regiment New York Volunteers; Capt. Marshall Vanzile (Republican), Com- pany K, One hundred and sixty-eighth Regiment New York Vol- unteers; Lieut. Bartley Brown, Company K, One hundred and sixty-eighth Regiment New York Volunteers; Lieut. Sam. C. Wil- son (Republican), Company F, One hundred and sixty-eighth Regi- ment New York Volunteers; Capt. George McCleary, One hundred and sixty-eighth Regiment New York Volunteers. WASHINGTON, October 10, 1863. Maj. Gen. A. E. BURNSIDE, U. S. Volunteers, Commanding Department of the Ohio: Camp Douglas, Chicago, Ill., having been garrisoned by the In- valid Corps, the General-in-Chief directs that you will at once direct the volunteer troops at that post to be put en route for the head- quarters Department of the Cumberland, and report to Major-Gen- eral Rosecrans for duty. By command of Major-General Halleck: E. D. TOWNSEND, Colonel and Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 10, 18639 p. m. Major-General BURNSIDE, Knoxville, Tenn.: Citizens report a large rebel force concentrating at Kincannons Ferry on the Hiwassee. If it be true tihey will try to cut you from all communication with us, a danger to be guarded against. You must see to it promptly, or we shall be struck a serious blow before we are prepared for it. I rely on you to secure us against any attempt of the enemy to cross in force between us. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major-General. (Copy to General Halleck.) HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 10, 1863. Brigadier-General BOYLE, Louisville: We have nothing to confirm your reports. Some small bands may be there. Our information is to the effect that Forrest is in our front with a brigade of cavalry. Wheeler has undoubtedly retreated southward beyond Fayetteville. Hamilton and Hawkins have had bands of men in Cumberland Valley during the whole of the recent campaign. Wheeler had nearly all the rebel cavalry. Our cavalry are beating them. ~. A. GARFIELD Brigadier-General and Chief of Staff Page 271 CHAP. XLIL] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 271 HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 10, 1863. Brigadier-General BOYLE, Louisville: I will order the regiments back as soon as possible. Notify all officers and men who surrender or are paroled will be disgraced. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 10, 1863. Brigadier-General BOYLE, Louisville, Ky.: If they have not been paroled in accordance with General Orders, No. 100, which I think doubtful, they are to be arrested at once, re- turned to Nashville, and reported to Brigadier-General Granger for duty. By order Major-General Rosecrans: D. G. SWAIM, Captain and Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS, Louisville, October 10, 1863. Captain ANDERSON: The Seventh Indiana Cavalry has not reported here. J. T. BOYLE, Brigadier-General. Capt. A. C. SEMPLE, MUNFORDvILLE, October 10, 1863. Assistant Adjutant-General, Louisville: Major Martin telegraphed from Glasgow that reliable citizens re- port Forrest this side of Cumberland River with a large force. I have given him instructions to ascertain the facts, and hold himself and command in readiness to fall back to this point if large force ~approaches Glasgow. Colonel Strickland requests that the remainder of his regiment be ordered to join him at this place. E. H. HOBSON, Brigadier- General. Maj. SAM. MARTIN, MUNFORDVILLE) October 10, 1863. Glasgow: Send out reliable scouts in direction of Tompkinsville with instruc- tions that they are to give you timely information of the approach. In the mean time have everything in readiness to fall back to this place. It would be well to send the stores, if any on hand, in wagon Page 272 272 KY., SW. VA., TENK., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [chAp. XLII. to this point. Get some reliable citizen to investigate the rumor fully. Have everything in readiness to act as emergency may re- quire. Keep me posted. E. H. HOBSON, Brigadier-General. MUNFORDvILLE, October 10, 1863. Major MARTIN, Glasgow: If rebels in small force approach Glasgow you will have no trouble in whipping them. The railroad at present must be protected. Artillery cannot be moved from this place at present. Keep your scouting parties out, and have an understanding that they are to give you information by courier. If you were to fight the enemy from the houses they would burn them, and be justified in so doing. Act according to instructions in former dispatch. E. H. HOBSON, Brigadier- General. HEADQUARTERS FIRST BRIGADE, FOURTH DIvISIoN, Post Oak Springs, Tenn., October 10, 1863. Lieut. Col. LEWIS RICHMOND, Assistant Adjutant- General. I have the honor to report to you that all is quiet in this vicinity. I can hear nothing of the whereabouts of the enemy. I inclose you a report of the officer commanding the pickets on the river. Please send me a commissary of musters to muster the First East Tennes- see and others. My men are also suffering for want of shoes an4 other articles of clothing. Respectfully, & c., R. K. BYRD, Colonel, Commanding. [Inclosure.] COTTON FORD, October 9, 1863. Colonel BYRD: SIR: I arrived this morning at daylight. I picketed the fords as you directed. The river, however, is so high that there is no possi- bility of the enemys fording it without boats. I should like to have you send me 20 more men on account of being obliged to send a courier every day. It will be necessary for me to have more men.. General Spears headquarters are at Rocky Creek. Your obedient servant, W. C. STOCKTON, Captain Company K, Eighih ]Ifichigan Cavalry. HDQRS. FIRST BRIG., FOURTH DIv., 23D ARMY CORPS, Post Oak Springs, Tenn., October 10, 1863. Lient. Col. LEWIS RICHMOND Assistant Adjutant-General, Department of the Ohio: COLONEL: Inclosed I forward to you a dispatch just received froni General Spears. It was received too late to open communication o Page 273 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC. UNION. 273 the day proposed, but I have made arrangements to have daily com- munication with him after the 13th instant, by having couriers meet at Washington at 1 oclock p. ni. each day. I have no news to give you whatever, except what is contained in the inclosed dispatch. Respectfully. & c., R. K. BYRD, Gob net, Gortumauding. [Inclosure.] HDQRS. THIRD BRIG., THIRD DIv., RESERVE CORPS, Sale Greek, Tenn., October 8, 18636 p. m. Capt. J. W. BRoNsoN. Gommauding Scouts: I am put in receipt of your dispatch of 7th instant, and am di- rected by Brigadier-General Spears to inform you that he has IIO reliable information as to the whereabouts of the eneniy mentioned by you, and cannot tell what they are doing. On the south side of the river at Blythes Ferry and Doughertys Ferry there are a few pickets. whether force to any considerable extent exists is unknown, but it is believed that the enemy is not in heavy force. Some of the i)rominent rebel citizens are reported as moving southward. As to the troops (rebel) who made the raid to McMinnville no reliable information has been received here as to their whereabouts or what they are doing. Crook, Mitchell, Minty, and Wilder are said to be pursuing them, but with what success there is no official informa- tion received here. On yesterday a small scout was sent from this command to Suee Ferry, d miles above Washington, and a recon- naissance made down the river to Blythes Ferry, but no enemy dis7 covered on either side of the river. The ford near Cotton Port is reported as fordable on horseback. No enemy are known to have crossed the Tennessee River since the force under Wheeler that pro- ceeded across the mountain to McMinnville, alluded to. On to-mor- row morning I shall send out a scouting party of cavalry to scout the country up the valley above Washington and shall establish communication with the command of Colonel Byrd. The general desire~ all the information that can be given by Colonel Byrd in relation to the enemy and other circumstances connected therewith, which he may be able to, and condition of Federal forces above. I am, captain, very respectfully, your obedient servant, D. C. TREWHITT, Assistant Adjutant-General. P. S.The general commanding directs me to say to you that he desires to open correspondence and communication with the com- mand of Colonel Byrd, the point of meeting to be at Washington, the first meeting of couriers to be in Washington on Saturday, 1 oclock p. m. If this route and time does not suit Colonel Byrds command, the general desires to be informed so immediately, that he may decide what arrangements to make. The general desires daily communication. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, D. C. TREWHITT, Assistant Adjutant-General. 18 R RVOL XXX, PT I Page 274 274 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MLSS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. LUHAP. XLII. HDQRS. CAVALRY, FOURTH Div., 23D ARMY CORPS, Greeneville, October 10, 186311 a. m. Major-General BURNSIDE: I have just reached here; found Generals Potter and Ferrero here. They report fighting near Henderson at daylight; fighting still. I press forward at the utmost speed. Scouts report that Colonel Fes- ter is ahead of them. I am, general, yours, truly, .~=. M. SHACKELFORD, Brigadier-General. WASHINGTON, October 11, 1863. Major-General GRANT, Cairo or Memphis: GENERAL: Yours of September 30 is just received. * Although the re-enforcements from your army for General Rosecrans did not move as soon or as rapidly as was expected, no blame whatever at- tached to you. I know your promptness too well to think for a moment that the delay was any fault of yours. In regard to General Hurlbnt, I have given no orders to him ex- cept when the urgency of the case was great and he could not com- municate with you. He may have referred matters here when he should have consulted you, but I think he did so from no improper motives. It takes a long time for civilians to learn and practice strict military subordination. I regret equally with yourself that you could not have forces to move on Mobile, but there were certain reasons which I cannot now explain, which precluded such an attempt. You need not fear being left idle. The moment you are well enough to take the field you will have abundant occupation. I hope soon to hear of your arrival at Cairo, as directed through Colonel Wilson, of your staff. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, H. W. HALLECK, General-in-Chief. CAIRO, ILL., October 11, 1863 (Received 12.45 a. in., 12th.) lion. GIDEON WELLES, Secretary of the Navy: I do not think the light draughts can ascend the Tennessee so high as required. There was less than 3 feet yesterday. I will obtain certain information and send it on. Ohio is very low. D. D. PORTER, Acting Rear-Admiral. CAIRO, ILL., October 11, 1863. (Received 12.45 a. in., 12th.) Hon. GIDEON WELLES, Secretary of the Navy: SIR: We have no gun-boat that can go up as high as Florence. Only 22 inches on the Chain Shoals, 45 miles from the mouth of Tennessee River. No transports would find water enough to get up. * $ec Part III, p. 944 Page 275 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UN1O~. 275 The water is now rising at Chattanooga, and the rise will extend along the river. It may be only a temporary rise. The gun-boats will be ready to go up the moment a rise takes place. I will keep you further informed on the subject. D. D. PORTER, Acting Rear-Admiral. FLAG-SHIP BLACK HAWK, Cairo, Ill., October 11, 1863. (Received 7.25 p. in., 12th.) Hon. GIDEON WELLES, Secretary of the Navy: SIR: The Tennessee River light-draught gun-boats cannot cross ? Leatherwood Bar, 10 miles above Fort Henry, nor at Little Chain, 30 miles from Paducah. The whole channel is narrow and shoal. In regard to the Ohio River, there is but 28 inches on the bar be- tween Paducah and Smithlaud, and only one or two small boats ~~avigate the river. Between Cairo and Paducah only 3 feet; tow- barges cannot even be brought down. The Tenr~essee is rising very slowly, and so will the Ohio, as it is raining hard at this time, but whether the rain will have any effect upon the river remains to. be seen. Respectfully, your obedient servant, D. D. PORTER, Commanding Mississippi Squadron. MEMPHIS, TENN., October 11, 1863. Col. A. STAGER, (Received 9.10 ~ in., 13th.) Washington, D. C.: Dispatches received. Generals Sherman and Hurlbut both doubt the practicability of opening line to Cairo in present condition of country. Guerrillas cut line between nearly every station every night on road from here to Corinth, but Sherman promises to cover line from Corinth to Jackson, and Hurlbut from Columbus to Trenton. We will use every endeavor to carry out the order as soon as possible. All bridges and trestles are destroyed, and through Obion Bottom guerrillas rove with impunity. I respectfully refer you to Sher- mans long report of situation here, sent to-day to General Halh~ck. * I assure you it is no fault of mine that Memphis is cut off so long. Battle now raging at Collierville, on railroad. Sherman is there in person, being en route on railroad. Line Working to that point. WM. G. FULLER, Assistant Superintendent. IUKA, Miss., October 11, 1863. Maj. Gen. W. T. SHERMAN, Memphis, Tenn.: I returned at 2 p. m. from beyond Bear Creek; the road is pretty good and the crossing of the stream offers no difficulty. It is in some places about 50 yards wide, but shallow enough to be easily bridged; besides there are good practicable fords. Sherman to Halleek, 11.30 p. in., October 10, p. 23~ Page 276 276 KY., SW. VA., TENK., MiSS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [cHAP. XLII. I advanced on the main Tuscumbia road, which strikes Bear Creek several miles below the railroad bridge, selecting that road in conse- quence of information received that some rebels had passed over it yesterday and I hoped to get a sight of them. Approaching the creek saw on the east bank, which is steep, some light breast-works, and a volley of small-arms proved that they were occupied. I dis- lodged the rebels promptly and drove them some distance. They lost 1 man wounded. The rebels belonged to Forrests cavalry, and I learn that regimental headquarters are now near the mouth of Cave Creek, in the neighborhood of Newport. P. J. OSTERHAUS, Brigadier-General. HEADQUARTERS CAVALRY BRIGADE, One Mile North of Holly Springs, Oct. 11, 18635.30 p. m. Colonel HATCH, Commanding Cavalry: SIR: I have learned that the enemy moved north from this place at 10 oclock last night, and hearing the firing to-day in the direc- tion of Collierville while on the march, and all the rumors among the citizens here are to the effect that they were to attack Collierville to- day, I shall move to the crossing of the Coldwater at Lockharts Mill, and will reach that place by 8 oclock to-night. I will hold that ford and reconnoiter toward Collierville, and my subsequent move- ments will depend on the movements of the enemy should I not receive orders from you in regard to movements. I am, sir, very respectfully, your obedient servant, JESSE J. PHILLIPS, Lieutenant-Colonel, Commanding. IN THE FIELD, 1 MILE NORTH OF HOLLY SPRINGs October 11, 1863. Capt. L. H. EVERTS Assistant Adjutant-General: I have captured one of the enemys pickets here, and learn from him that Chalmers force crossed Coldwater, at Quinns Mill, Sunday evening. They were west of here, and in vicinity of Pigeon Roost yesterday at 10 oclock a. in., moving south. I shall stop here for orders from you, and send Kelly down the road to Lockharts Mill to scout it, as I presume you will not desire me to move there now. Yours, truly, E. W. RICE Colonel, Commanding. DAvIS MILLS, October 11, 1863. Brigadier-General SWEENY: The Third Michigan Cavalry staid in Salem last night. The enemy retreated toward Rolly Springs last Friday night. The last of them left Salem on Saturday morning. EDWARD HATCH, Colonel, Commanding Cavalry Division Page 277 CHAP. XLI1.~ CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.IJNION. 977 HEADQUARTERS SECOND DIVISION, in the Field, 7 iiYIile.~ from La Grange. On Holly Springs Road, October Ii, 186310 oclock. Lieut. Col. J. J. PHILLIPS, Comdg. Cavalry Brigade, in the Field, at Lockharts Mill: COLONEL: The enemy attacked Collierville this morning and capt- ured the place; also a Special train containing General Sherman and staff. The enemy are supposed to be moving south. Occupy your present position unless you know that the enemy are moving in a different direction. I leave here in the morning at 4 oclock for Hudsonville. I expect you to communicate with me at that point if possible. We must try and cut off the enemys retreat. Try and communicate with Colonel Hatch, as he must be somewhere south of you. I have heard nothing from him since 11 oclock this morning. I rely upon your co-operation to defeat the enemy and prevent his taking General Sherman south. Colonel Anthony is reported hav- ing surrendered. General Carr, with infantry and artillery, will be in La Grange to-night. Respectfully, T. W. SWEENY, Brigadier-General. HEADQUARTERS SECOND DIVISION, in the Field, on Holly Springs Road, October 11, 1863. General HURLBUT: Rear guard of the enemy left Salem this morning in the direction of Holly Springs. O*~ cavalry are following and skirmishing with the enemy. Shall move my infantry forward to Holly Springs in order to support the cavalry in case of necessity. Third Michigan Cavalry are with the advance. Respectfully, T. W. SWEENY, Brigadier-General. (Copy to Brigadier-General Carr and Colonel Mersy.) LA GRANGE, October 11, 1863. General SWEENY: I have just received a dispatch from General Carr stating that he was just leaving Corinth with 1,000 men, to be followed by a battery for this place. We have news that Colonel Anthony has surrendered. By order of General Carr I have sent a regiment to Moscow. BEN. J. SPOONER, Colonel, & c. Operator at La Fayette says he can still hear firing in the direc- tion of Mount Pleasant. SPOONER. SPECIAL ORDERS, HDQRS. 1ST BRIG., 2D DIV., 16TH A. C., No. 118. ~ In the Field, October 11, 1863. Reveille will be beaten at 3 oclock. The command will be ready to march at 4 oclock. The order of march will be as follows: Advance Page 278 ~78 KY., SW VA TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. Fifty-fifth Illinois Infantry, then Fifty-seventh Illinois Infantry, Tannraths section of artillery, Second Iowa Infantry, Seventh Iowa Infantry, Welkers and Kidds artillery, Fifty-seventh Ohio Infantry; One hundred and twentieth Illinois Infantry in rear of wagon train and rear guard. By order of E. W. ice colonel commanding: D. T. BOWLER, Acting Assistant Adjutant- General. CORINTH, October 11, 1863. Col. AUGUST MERSY: I have ordered Sibers brigade to remain at Pocahontas until fur- ther orders. FRANK P. BLAIR, JR., Major-General. CORINTH, October 11, 1863. Colonel MERSY: Have 1,000 men ready to embark by ~9 oclock on train with three days rations for La ran e. 1 am just starting for that place. Meet me at depot. E. A. CARR, Brigadier-General. HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Memphis, Tenn., October 11, 1863. Brig. Gen. J. C. VEATCH, Commanding Fifth Division, Memphis, Tenn.: GENERAL: To avoid any possible dash on our lines you will direct the several commands to be under arms before the break of day. The enemy have been repulsed from Collierville, but have burned the cavalry camp at Germantown. Loss not known S. A. HURLBUT, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, ]llemphis, Tenn., October 11, 1863. Brig. Gen. A. J. SMITH, Com~nanding Sixth Division, Columbus, Ky.: GENERAL: I am ordered from Washington to open the railroad and telegraph from Columbns to Corinth. This will require more force than I have at present. You will immediately make the neces- sary examinations into the state of the road and wires as far as Jack- son and report as soon as practicable. Your obedient servant, ~. A. HURLBUT, Major- General Page 279 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 279 HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Memphis, Tenn., October 11, 1863. Lieutenant-Colonel HEPBURN, Second Iowa Cavalry: You will have your Command ready for action by the first break of day to-morrow morning. They will not move, however, unless some orders reach you or some emergency arises. S. A. HURLBUT, Major- General. GERMANTOWN1 October 11, 1863. Major-General HURLBUT: I have just loaded a battery and a regiment on the train you sent, and started three regiments and another battery by the road to Collierville. As fast as the balance of the command arrives they will push on to Collierville. CORSE, Brigadier- General. GERMANTOWN, October 11, 1863. Major-General HURLBUT, Memphis: We were attacked in camp to-day at about 12 oclock by enemys cavalry in overwhelming numbers, and our effective force having been ordered from camp some days since, we were driven from the camp, which was mostly burned. Losses as yet not known, but large. HENRY C. FORBES, Major, Commanding Camp. HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Memphis, Tenn., October 11, 1863. Colonel HICKS ~ZYomdg. Brigade, Fourth Division, Memphis, Tenn.: SIR: You will move at once with your brigade. The enemy are in strong force on the line of railroad, and you must exercise every precaution and hold your command together. Special care must be taken to cover your camp with strong pickets at night. The enemys force is cavalry with some artillery. S. A. HURLBUT, Major- General. CHATTANOOGA, TENN., October 11, 18637.30 p. m. (Received 2.50 a. in., 12th.) Maj. Gen. H. W. HALLECK: Our cavalry pursuing the rebels. Have not heard from them for two days. Roddey, with 1,000 mounted rebels, attacked the tunnel guard near Cowan. Succor from Stevenson repulsed them. Hooker thinks they would try to join Wheeler. Rebel rumors that head of Ew~lls column reached Dalton yesterday. Will know by to-morrow Page 280 280 KY., sw. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP XLII. Rebels deeply feel the necessity of retaking this place. No news from Burnside yet. Stores coming forward. No news from Sherman. Are his or any troops really coming this way? W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. WASHINGTON, October 11, 186310.16 a. m. General ROSECRANS: I can furnish you with 2,000 horses at any time you wish if General Meigs has not filled all your wants. The horses are now at Chicago, Ill. GEG. STONEMAN, Major-General and Chief of Cavalry. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF TENNESSEE, October 11, 1863. Maj. Gen. W. S. ROSECRANS, Commanding U. S. Forces, Chattanooga, Tenn.: GENERAL: Your communication of the 9th instant, stating that a metallic coffin had been forwarded to you by the family of the late Brig. Gen. William H. Lytle, in which to place his remains, and requesting that it might be received within my lines and returned thereto, with the remains of said deceased, has been received. Col. J. P. Jones, of my staff, will meet the conveyance at 9 oclock to- morrow morning, on the Chattanooga and La Fayette road. The remains of Brigadier-General Lytle will be returned to the same point as soon as practicable. I am, general, very respectfully, your obedient servant, BRAXTON BRAGG, General, C. S. Army. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 11, 1863. General BRAXTON BRAGG: On behalf of General Lytles friends I thank you for the courtesy of sending his remains to our lines. An ambulance will be sent to the lines as indicated in your note. It will be there at 9 a. m. I re- ferred your request for the movement of General Adams to the gen- eral himself, and forward his indorsed reply * for your information. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. ORDNANCE OFFICE, Washington, October 11, 1863. Capt. H. PORTER, Bdqrs. Dept. of the Cumberland, Chattanooga, Tenn.: Five batteries of Napoleon guns and one of 3-inch, all that can be got together for a few days, have been ordered to be sent to Nash- ville as quickly as possible. Your dispatch of September 27 was received and answered. GEO. D. RAMS NY, Brigadier-General, Chief of Ordnance. * Not found Page 281 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 281 HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Col. ~. ~. INNES, Chattanooga, October 11, 18637 p. m. Sitperintendent of Railroads, Nashville: Ship the tools for the use of the army as soon as practicable. J. A. GARFIELD, Brigadier- General and Chief of Staff. SECOND COURIER STATION, October 11, 1863. Lient. M. J. KELLY, Chief of ~Jouriers, Chattanooga, Teun.: LIEUTENANT: It is impossible to send any more dispatches through until the rebels are driven from the river banks. They are all along the river for about i~ miles. Dispatch will have to lie over until dark. Respectfully, JOHN ~T FORRESTER, Captain, Commanding Courier-Line. STATION No. 3, Waldens Ridge, October 11, 1863. Captain MERRILL: The rebels are firing from the opposite side of the river into our train. They number about 300. BERRY. CAMERONS HILL, October 11, 186310 a. m. Captain MERRILL: Very heavy columns of smoke at Rossville, with a small column in gap behind that place. Also heavy smoke southeast at foot of ridge, and a small column in woods 20 degrees north of east, about 2 miles distant. HOWGATE, Lieutenant and Acting Signal Officer. WALDENS RIDGE, October 11, 186310.15 a. m. Captain MERRILL: The train passed the Narrows all right. No firing this a. m. JONES, Acting Signal Q/flcer. CRANES HILL, October 11, 186310.30 a. m. Captain MERRILL: The rebels are on river a little southeast of Fort Dunlap. They are gone. FORAKER. Acting Signal Qfficer Page 282 28~ KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. WALDENS RIDGE, October ii, 186311.50 a. in. Captain MERRILL: The train is forced to stop. They have killed a large number of of our mules. BERRY, Acting Signal Officer. HEADQUARTERS, October 11, 18631.05 p. in. Lieutenant BERRY: Where is the train stopped? MERRILL, Captain, & c. WALDENS RIDGE, October11, 18631.3Op. in. Captain MERRILL: Train stopped in the road at Big Suck. Firing continues. BERRY, Lieutenant and Acting Signal Officer. CRANES HILL, October 11, 18635 p. in. Captain MERRILL: The rebels are on river a little southeast of Fort Dunlap. FOR AK ER. WALDENS RIDGE, October 11, 18637 p. in. Captain MERRILL: No train has passed the Narrows this afternoon. Picket firing continues. JONES Acting Signal Officer. HEADQUARTERS, October 11, 18639 p. in. COLE, FORAKER, and JONES: Look for camp-smokes early in the morning and report distance, direction, and number of degrees covered. Look for distant smoke in all directions. MERRILL, Captain, & c Page 283 CHAP. XLII.~ 283 CORRESPONDENCE, E~C.--vNION. BOB WHITES, SIGNAL STATION No. 4, Waldens Ridge, October ii, 18638.40 p. m. Brigadier-General GARFIELD: I have 300 head of cattle at Bob Whites. Shall I come forward to-night? W. WILKINSON, For AIKEN. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND October 11, 18639.4~ p. m. W. WILKINSON, For Aiken, at Bob Whites: The general commanding directs that you find a route around by the Anderson road and drive your cattle that way. BOND, Aide-de-Gamp. DUCK RIVER BRIDGE, October 11, 186311 oclock. General ROSECRANS: Colonel Baird, of Eighty-fifth Indiana, has been commanding at Wartrace since the 2th ultimo until the present raid of the rebels. Some citizens of the county have been guiding them through. The loyal citizens wish Colonel Baird continued in command at that post until their cases are investigated. We think it would be a benefit to the cause to do so. JOHN DOUGLASS. P. F. YOUNG. GENERAL ORDERS, ~ HDQRS. DEPT. OF THE CUMBERLAND, No. 235. Chattanooga, Tenn., October 11, 1863. The inspection circular from these headquarters, August 8, 1863, provides that sutlers shall not have more than one 4 horse or mule team and one wagon for every 500 men, nor more than one 2-horse team and one wagon for every battery. If a regiment has more than 500 men present for duty two teams and wagons will be permitted. It has come to the knowledge of the general commanding that at this time there are sutlers whose teams, consuming forage needed for the public animals, far exceed in number the allowance. The assistant inspector-general will cause an inspection to be made at once, and the provost-marshal will send with the inspectors guards, who will take possession of all serviceable animals in excess of the prescribed allowance. The officers will give receipts for the animals, stating their esti- mated value, not exceeding $120 for each serviceable mule or horse capable of passing the usual army inspection, and will turn them over to the acting chief quartermaster, who is directed to cause the animals to b~ inspected, branded with the letters U. S., and to be Page 284 284 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. ~HAP. XLU~ sent to the depot. to be used in supplying the places of broken-down animals in the trains. The chief quartermaster will revise the receipts given for these animals, and will pay the value as above specified for such as pass inspection. All animals, the property of sutlers, not taken under the above instructions are ordered immediately to the rear, to some place where forage can bb obtained without using that needed for the pub- lic animals. This will require their removal to the rear of Steven- son, beyond the limits within which this army is now foraging. The roads between this place and Bridgeport are needed for the passage of the army trains. No sutlers wagons will be permitted upon them, except in passing to the rear under this order, until further orders from these headquarters. Full reports will be made to these headquarters by the assistant inspector-general, and by the chief quartermaster, of the executrnn of these orders. The commanding officers at Stevenson and Bridgeport are charged with the execution of these orders at those places. Attention is called to the provision of General Orders, No. 27, War Department, March 21, 1862. Only one sutler is allowed by law and regulations to each regiment. None others are to be recognized than those who can show regular appointments in conformity with law and regulation. All others will be at once sent to the rear. As it is believed that some sutlers have improperly come into pos- session of animals belonging to the public, every animal in ihe pos- session of sutlers will be inspected, and those belonging to the United States will be seized. The property of any sutler who has in his possession any Government animals will be confiscated. By command of Major-General Rosecrans: C. GODDARD, Assistant Adjutant-General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, October 11, 1863. Maj. Gen. GORDON GRANGER, Commanding Fourth Army Corps: GENERAL: The general commanding desires that you send instruc- tions to the officer in command of the detachment sent down to drive the enemy this morning, to dislodge the rebel sharpshooters, to recon- noiter the ground well, and see what opportunities there are for trains to pass; also to clear the road of dead mules and other obstruc- tions, and to make frequent reports of his progress. Very respectfully, D. G. SWAIM. HEADQUARTERS FOURTH ARMY CORPS, Chattanooga, Tenn., October 11, 1863. Brig. Gen. JAMES B. STEEDMAN: GENERAL: The general commanding directs you to send 2~O picked sharpshooters and two pieces of artillery as quick as possible dow Page 285 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 285 the Haley trace road, to the point where the enemy are firing upon our train, and endeavor to drive them away. send them in charge of a good, reliable, discreet officer, and order him upon his arrival to report the condition of things there; the force of the enemy; whet er they can be driven away; and if he cannot drive them, the force that is necessary for that purpose. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, J. S. FULLERTON, Major and Assistant Adjutant-General. HEADQUARTERS FOURTH ARMY CORPS, Chattanooga, October 11, 18636.30 p. m. Brig. Gen. JAMES B. STEEDMAN: GENERAL: In accordance with instructions received from depart- ment headquarters, the general commanding directs you to send in- structions to the officer in command of detachment sent down the river to dislodge the rebel sharpshooters, to reconnoiter the ground well, and to see what opportunities there are for trains to pass; also to clear the road of dead mules and other obstructions. Order him to make frequent reports of his progress. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, J. S. FULLERTON, Major and Assistant Adjutant-General. .LIEADQUARTERS SECOND BRIGADE, FIRST DIvISION, Fort Whitalcer, October 11, 1863. Major FULLERTON, Assistant Adjutant-General, Fourth Army Corps: About 11 oclock last night troops passed over the road over Look- out in the direction of Bridgeport. They were cavalry or infantry; no artillery. They passed in two bodies, with an interval of half an hour in their passing. The space of time occupied by the first body by our front was about thirty minutes; by the other about twenty minutes. Rifle-pits are being constructed just beyond the bank of Chatta- nooga Creek; I think they are the enemys. Not having been notified whether they are making rifle-pits, I am in too much uncertainty to fire on them. We cannot tell them with a glass this morning for the smoke and fog. Shall I fire on them? They are now at work at them. Send me word by one of your orderlies. Nothing more beyond this, as I am now advised, occurred last night. Respectfully, W. C. WHITAKER Page 286 286 ~., sw. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLLI. HDQRS. SECOND BRIG., FIRST Div., RESERVE CORPS, Fort Whitalcer. October 11, Th63. Major FULLERTON, Assistant Adjutant-General: I respectfully submit a further report of observations made in con- formity with instructions of the 9th instant: Colonel Moore, of the One hundred and fifteenth Illinois Volun- teers, posted at aud below Browns Ferry, reports from observations made 2-s- miles below the ferry, that he is induced to believe that there is an enemy of considerable force opposite his lines. These observa- tions were taken from the crest of a hill that commands a view of the valley between the range of hills ou the river and Raccoon Mount- ain, and gives strong indications of there being at least one regiment at the foot of Raccoon Mountain in the edge of the woods, and farther up the valley another force. The eneniy have a picket post opposite this station, at which as many as 5 men at a time were seeii during the night by the light of their fires. I have the river thoroughly patroled and picketed strongly. The enemys movements before my lines shall be closely watched. There has been considerable skir- mishing across the river below my command within the past hour. Respectfully, ~. ~. WHITAKER, Brigadier-General. HEADQUARTERS FOURTH ARMY CORPS, Chattanooga, Tenn., October 11, 1863. Brig. Gen. W. C. WHITAKER, Commanding Second Brigade, First Division: They are the enemys rifle-pits. If you can drive them away, fire on them. By command of Maj. Gen. G. Granger: J. 8. FULLERTON, Major and Assistant Adjutant-General. HDQRS. THIRD DIvIsION, FOURTH ARMY CORPS, October 11, 186311 p. m. Brig. Gen. J. A. GARFIELD, Chief of Staff: GENERAL: When your note of 7.30 this p. m. was received I was out. The reply has been delayed by the preparation of the accom- panying sketch. My engineer informs me he has prepared two similar ones, and furnished them, I think, to Major Mendenhall. I cannot detect from the front view, which I have from my fort, of the knoll, that the enemy is making any progress with his works on it; and this opinion is sustained by the daily reports of the staff officers, whom I keep constantly on watch in the fort. I learn, however, from Colonel Grose, from whose front an e~xfilading view can be had of the knoll, that there are indications of works being erected in * NQt found Page 287 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNIOIN. 287 rear of the Crest. It is my opinion, from the information I have on this point, that any works the enemy have made there are slight, and are intended on Colonel Groses works, not mine. I am, general, very respectfully, your obedient servant, TH. J. WOOD, Brigadier- General of Volunteers, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS SECOND DIVISION, RESERVE CORPS, Camp, Battle Creek, October ii, 1863. Lieutenant-Colonel GODDARD, Assistant Adjutant-General Department Headquarters: COLONEL: In compliance with orders from department headquar- ters, I have to-day established headquarters Second Division, Re- serve Corps, at this point. The forces here are the Thirty-fourth Illinois Infantry. One hundred and eighth Ohio Infantry, five com- panies Tenth Ohio Cavalry, and two sections of Edgartons artillery, the other section being at Andersons Cross-Roads; and I respectfully request permission to order it to this point. Colonel Smith with Six- teenth Illinois Infantry and Beebes battery moved from Bridgeport to Andersons Cross-Roads yesterday. The Eightieth Illinois In- fantry is being relieved by troops from General Hookers command. They have been ordered to move to this point. Details have been made to build the bridge across Sequatchie River, and repair the road as directed in your communication of yesterday. You have no doubt been advised by General Hooker that railroad communications have been re-established with Nashville, the first train arriving at Stevenson yesterday. Generals McCook and Crittenden passed here to-day at 12 m. Wagon trains pass without interruption. Very respectfully, JAMES D. MORGAN, Brigadier- General, Commanding. HDQRS. SECOND BRIG., SECOND DIV., RESERVE CORPS, Camp on Chickamauga Creek, Tenn., October 11, 1863. Brig. Gen. J. A. GARFIELD, Chief of Staff: SIR: I have the honor to inform you that nothing new has been heard concerning the movements of the enemy yesterday or last night. The officers of the day report everything as unusually quiet on the lines last night. The rebel drums were heard at fifteen min- utes before 5 this morning. Very respectfully, your obedient servant DANL. McCOOK, c~olonel, c~ommanding Brigade. HDQRS. SECOND BRIG., SECOND DIV., RESERVE CORPS, North C~hickamauga, Tenn., October ii, 1863. General GARFIELD, Chief of Staff: I have the honor to report that this evening a lieutenant of the First Tennessee came across the river at the ford above, and I gather the following facts from his conversation with the pickets: He says that a division of Tennessee troops began quarreling wit Page 288 288 KY., SW. VA., TENK., MISS., N. ALA., A~I) K. GA. ~CHAP. XLII. one of Longstreets divisions. The officers got into the fight and a battle ensued with a loss of 800 killed and wounded on both sides. The Tennessee general attempted to march his troops into our lines but was driven back. As soon as the fight began Bragg opened upon our works to prevent the embroglio being noticed upon our side. Ii am going up in a captains coat to-morrow morning and try and get him across again. If cigars and whisky have any virtue Ill pump him empty. My informant says he is not certain whether he said Tennessee or Georgia troops. He says Braggs army suffered ter- ribly and that the Tennesseeans are hopeless. He also says that as long as his regiment is on duty there will be no firing. I am, very respectfully, your obedient servant, DANL. McCOOK, Colonel, Commanding Brigade. NASHVILLE, October 11, 186312 m. Major-General ROSECRANS: The Third Ohio Volunteer Infantry and Eightieth Illinois, after being organized here and formed into companies as they arrived, were sent off by orders from district headquarters in the following manner: Third Ohio Volunteer Infantry left on September 3 with orders to report to Brig. Gen. John Beatty at Stevenson. Eight- ieth Illinois left September 8, ordered to report to Bridgeport. They had very few officers, having been officered whilst at this post by details from other regiments ; the remainder of strength being l~ft from the arrival escort barracks. Will know the date of the order during the day. R. S. GRANGER Brigadier- General, Commanding. NASHVILLE, October 11, 1863. Brigadier-General GARFIELD, Chief of Staff: Received from General Boyle Fiftieth Ohio Volunteer Infantry and five companies of Ninety-first Indiana. Five companies of the Fiftieth Ohio Volunteer Infantry have been returned to Mur- freesborough; four companies were sent to General Paine the day after their arrival at this post, and are still under his command. I requested him to send them to General Boyle. General Paine reports he cant spare them. One company of the Fiftieth at La Vergue. I stationed at Mancoes Creek and Edgefield Junction three companies Ninety-first Indiana and one piece of artillery, which, on the return of General Paine to Gallatin, were placed under his command. He reports that he cannot relieve them. The remaining two companies are at Stockades 1 and 2, on Nashville and Chattanooga railroad. I have no troops to relieve them from this post. The train guards, pickets, and other details keep the men on duty every day. Pickets remaining on duty sometimes forty-eight hours. R. S. GRANGER, Brigadier-General, Commanding Page 289 Cn~u~. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 289 BRIDGEPORT, October 11, 18635 p. ni. Brigadier-General GARFIELD, Chief of Staff. The One hundred and first Illinois Volunteers, reported here for duty recently, is without tents and proper arms. I can give them tents and arms from a regiment of mine which goes out of~ service this week. This and the work which is assigned me induces me to ask the assignment of this regiment to my command. The colonel comlnanding also desires this. 0. 0. HOWARD, Major- General. STEVENSON, October 11, 186312 ni. Brigadier-General GRANGER, Nashville: Do you learn anything of the movements of the raiders in the vicinity of Columbia or Franklin? JOSEPH HOOKER, Major- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS ELEVENTH AND TWELFTH CORPS, Stevenson, Ala., October 11, 1863. Brig. Gen. R. S. GRANGER, Commanding, Nashville: GENERAL: I am instructed by the major-general commanding to inform you that your communication of the 7th instant only reached him last night, and to state in answer that the Twelfth Corps has been directed to hold the line of communications up to Murfrees- borough includin~ that point, and that you are authorized to with- draw all the forces you may have along the line on this side of that station. I am also directed by the general to request that you will have him furnished with a report of the location, regiments, and the name of the commanding officers at each of the stations you occupy between Nashville and Murfreesborough. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, WM. H. LAWRENCE, Major, Aide-dc-Camp, Actg. Asst. Adjt. Gem. HDQRS. THIRD BRIG., THIRD DIv., RESERVE CORPS, Sale ~reek, Tenn., October 11, 1863. Lient. Col. C. GODDARD, Assistant Ac0ntant-General, Dept. of the Uamberland: COLONEL: This command is all in good condition, and everything upon this side of Tennessee River is quiet. My forces and pickets are in same condition as at last report to your headquarters. It is reported to me by citizens that there is a large force of the enemy now concentrating at [Kincannons] Ferry, on Hiwassee River, be- tween 10 and 12 miles up the Hiwassee Rive from the mouth, and 19 R RVOL XXX, PT I Page 290 290 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [cHAP. XLII. the information further is that the rebels say their intention is to cross the river in force. The river is now fordable. This command could now forage as far up the valley and river as Washington, and still farther up for some distance. Heavy foraging trains, said to be from Chattanooga, are foraging above this command and near to it, so that in a very few days no forage can be procured for this command without going to a consid- erable and inconvenient distance. Why not the foraging trains take the farthest forage first? I have sent a courier to Washington, some scouts across the river and over to Sequatchie Valley. All will ar- rive to-night. I will dispatch to you to-morrow such information as may be received. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, JAMES G. SPEARS, Brigadier- General, Commanding, & c. HEADQUARTERS CHIEF OF CAVALRY, DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Limestone Creeh, October 11, 1863. Col. E. M. MOCOOK Commanding First Division Cavalry: COLONEL: The general commanding directs me to say that firing in camp without authority or cause has become so common, and no attention seems to be paid to previous orders, that, hereafter, when- ever a soldier is caught firing either his pistol or carbine, without permission or for a good and sufficient reason, the colonel of his reg- iment and the commanding officer of the company will be held ac- countable and immediately dismissed from the service of the United States subject to the approval of the major-general commanding the department. I remain, very respectfully, your obedient servant, WM. H. SINCLAIR, Assistant Adjutant-General. HDQRS. THIRD BRIGADE, FIRST CAVALRY DIVISION, C~apertons Ferry, Ala., October 11, 1863. Maj. FRANK S. BOND, Aide-de- Camp: MAJOR: In compliance with your telegram of the 11th, pertaining to the occurrences on my front, I would respectfully report that in my immediate front there has nothing been seen of an enemy for some days. The only information that could be ascertained is that Roddeys conunand, estimated at 1,200, passed through Larkins- ville on the 8th instant, moving rapidly in the direction of Winches- ter. I habitually send out a scouting party beyond Bellefonte. I am, major, very respectfully, your obedient servant, LOUIS D. WATKINS, Golonel, Gomman ding Brigade Page 291 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNJON. 291 IIEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Col. R. H. G. MINTY, Chattanooga, October 11, 1863. Murfrcesboroagh.. The general commanding cannot release you from arrest until he hears from General Crook. C. GODDARD, As8istant Ac0utant- General. STEVENSON, ALA., October 11, 1863. (Received 2.20 a. in., 12th.) Hon. E. M. STANTON, Secretary of War. i~ you projected the late movement of the Eleventh and Twelfth Corps you may justly claim the merit of having saved Chattanooga to ns. As soon as the rebels found that it was not prudent to attack that position they determined to throw a heavy force npon the corn- mnnications, and destroy them and the depots, and thus starve ont the army. They hoped to do this before my force came np, and undoubtedly would have succeeded but for a prompt movement on our part. As it was the rebel raiders made sad havoc on our wagon trains, and when they struck the railroad point after point was aban- doned, oftentimes without the discharge of a shot in their defense. They cut off the Second Division of the Twelfth Corps, and the balance were under such headway they could not be stopped until brought up by the Tennessee River at Bridgeport. They were soon in their right places, but most of them without artillery, baggage, transportation, or horses for field officersvery much as I found myself when I embarked in Popes campaign. The enemy captured some small parties, destroyed bridges at Duck and Stones Rivers, and interrupted all communication for four days, but it is now restored. Our cavalry is in full pursuit of the raiders, and we have gained decided advantage over them. Last accounts they were making for Columbia. JOSEPH HOOKER, Major- General. STEVENSON, October 11, 1863. Major-General ROSECRANS: General Granger just telegraphed me that Colonel Mizuer reported from Columbia on the 9th at night, Wheeler within 10 miles of that place. Colonel Mizuer left Columbia yesterday a. in. No report since that time. I have no other news of the raiders. JOSEPH HOOKER, Major- General. STEVENSON, October 11, 186310 a. m. Major-General SLOCUM: The railroad from Wartrace to Tantalon is assigned to you. Gen- eral R. S. Grauger is expected to guard the road from Wartrace to Nashville General Howard from T an talon to Bridgeport. A forc Page 292 292 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., iN. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. reported advancing from McMinnville toward Manchester, said to be 2,000 cavalry. Look out for them. Orders and dispatches have been forwarded to you by Colonel Car- man, returning to Decherd with a portion of your command. DANL. BUTTERFIELD, iVicijor-General and Chief of Staff. STEvENSON, October 11, 1863li a. m. Major-General SLocuM: Your telegram received. The major-general commanding sup- posed you were already at Wartrace, as you announced you wonld be on the 9th. Important communications were sent there to await you. The excitement caused by proximity of the raiders renders it necessary for you to establish your headquarters near center of your command without further delay. We are all without transporta- tion. You will have to use cars in its absence. DANL. BUTTERFIELD, Major- General, Chief of Staff. DECHERD, October 11, 1863. Major-General BUTTERFIELD, Chief of Staff, & c., Stevenson: Shall my troops occupy Tantalon and the trestle-work 11 mile this side? I hear they are now held by troops of Eleventh Corps. The tunnel is strongly guarded, and the country about will be searched as ordered. We need a small cavalry force at Tullahoma and here for patrols. A. S. WILLIAMS, Brigadier- General of Volunteers. STEVENSON, October 11, 186312.30 p. m. Brig. Gen. A. S. WILLIAMS, Decherd: The dividing line between Eleventh and Twelfth Corps will be half way between tunnel and Tantalon. This will leave the trestles to the Eleventh and the tunnel to the Twelfth Corps. Generals Slocum and Howard will be so advised. DANL. BUTTERFIELD, Major-General, Chief of Staff TULLAHOMA, October 11, 1863. Brig. Gen. A. S. WILLIAMS: I have sent the Second Massachusetts, Third Wisconsin, and One hundred and seventh New York Volunteers to Elk River; the Twenty-seventh Indiana, Thirteenth New Jersey, and One hundred and fiftieth New York will stay here; the One hundred and thirtieth New York and four companies of One hundred and fiftieth New York leave Wartrace this morning for this point. THOS. H. RUGER, Brigadier- General Page 293 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC. ITINION, 29~ DEcHERm October II. 1868. Lient. Col. H. C. RODGERS, Assistant Adjataid- General: Colonel and lieutenant-colonel of One hundred and forty-fifth will be arrested on their arrival here. General Knipe will report as ordered. Tn-monthly and monthly reports have been ordered. Tantalon is 5 miles beyond the mountain tnnnel in a separate valley, now occupied by troops of the Eleventh Corps. I have ordered Knipe to send a guard there as soon as he can. The Eleventh Corps now holds it. All quiet here and at tunnel below. Colonel Thomp- son, commanding some artillery and negro regiment at Elk River, reports 60 rebel cavalry seen near that place. Three regiments of Rugers left Tullahoma this morning for that post. It is safe enough. A. S. WILLIAMS, Brigadier- General. SPECIAL ORDERS, HDQRs. FIRST Div., 12TH ARMY CORPS, No. 104. Decherd, Tenn., October 11, 1863. I. The troops of this division having been charged with the duty of guarding the railroad from Tantalon to Tullahoma, both posts included, the following will be the positions of the respective brig- ades: II. The First Brigade, Brig. Gen. J. F. Knipe commanding, will be posted from Tantalon to Decherd, including both posts. The tunnels, trestle-work, bridges, and water-tanks at Tantalon, Cowan, and Decherd, as well as between those places, will be strongly guarded by infantry, and as soon as the artillery arrives positions for the same will be selected and works thrown up for its protection. Gen- eral Knipes headquarters will for the present be at Decherd. III. The Third Brigade, Brig. Gen. T. H. Ruger commanding, will extend from Decherd to Tullahoma, including the latter post. The principal points where strong guards will be posted are the bridge at Elk River, trestle-work about 3 miles from Tullahoma, water- tanks and railroad stations. Brigadier-General Ruger will inform himself as soon as practicable as to other important points there may be upon his line, and will dispose his force accordingly. Posi- tions for artillery will be selected, and when the artillery comes up works will be thrown up for its protection. General Rugers head- quarters will for the present be at Tullahoma. * . * * * * * By command of Brig. Gen. A. S. Williams: S. E. PITTMAN, Captain and Assistant A~jntant-General. DECHERD, October 11, 186310.45 a. m. Brigadier-General RUGER, Thilahorna: Yours received. Go over to Elk River as soon as you can and see all is right. Send in tn-monthly and monthly reports as soon as possible. Make requisitions for necessary intrenching tools. Sixty rebel cavalry were seen this morning going toward Cowan. A. S. WILLIAMS, Brigadier-General of Vole n leers, (20mm a riding Dir i.~ioii Page 294 294 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. ~A. [CHAP. XLII. DUCK RIVER, October 11, 1863. Brig. Gem J. NV. GEARY, (iO?U fnu/Id~ng Arrived here this p. ni. Find Eighty-fifth Indiana Infantry here. They belong to General Grangers command. They have no orders to move, and will await orders. I have relieved the colonel com- manding. CHAS. CANDY, Colonel Sixty-sixth Ohio Volunteers, Commanding Brigade. [Indorsement.] HEADQUARTERS U. S. FORCES, October 11, 1863. Respectfully forwarded for the information of Major-General Sb- cum, with a request for iMstructions. JNO. W. GEARY, Brigadier- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS ELEVENTH AND TWELFTH CORPS, Stevenson, Ala., October 11, 1863. Major-General HOWARD, Commanding Eleventh Corps: GENERAL: The major-general commanding directs that, in com- I)liance with orders from headquarters Army of the Cumberland, dated 10th instant, you put troops under an able officer to locate and make a corduroy, and repair two wagon roads from Bridgeport to Battle Creekone for going, tbe other for returning trains. One should be undertaken and completed before the other is begun. The corduroy should be of the most permanent kindthree heavy sleep- ers or stringers, the cross-pieces or corduroy of logs not less than 8 to 10 inches in diameter, and fastened at proper distances by forks. To be commenced without delay. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, DANL. BUTTERFIELD, Major-General, Chi4 of Staff. HDQRS. SECOND BRIG., SECOND Div., 11TH ARMY CORPS, Stevenson, Ala., October 11, 1863. Cob. T. A. MEYSENBURG, Assistant Adjutant-General, Bridgeport, Ala. The present disposition of railroad guards is as follows: Three companies at Tantalon, under Major Arnold, of One hundred and thirty-sixth New York Volunteers; four companies at Anderson, under Colonel Wood, who has also two companies between Ander- son and Stevenson; one company each from the Fifty-fifth and Seventy-third Ohio, and one from the Thirty-third Massachusetts Volunteers are posted west of this point; one company of Thirty- third Massachusetts is posted at Widows Creek, making thirteen companies on the line. I suggest the propriety of permitting Colonel Wood to take his remaining company to Anderson, whence he can commnnicate easily by telegraph. He is instructed to make the same dispositions for th Page 295 CHAP. XLII.1 CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 995 preseut as have heretofore existed. He will be duly notified of the dividing line, as advised in your written order of this date. Will report further by letter. Very respectfully, ORLAND SMITH, Colonel, Commanding Second Brigade. STEVENSON, ALA., October 11, 1863. Lieut. Col. T. A. MEYSENBURG, Assistant Adjutant-General: COLONEL: Touching the disposition of the forces for guarding the railroad, I beg to say that I deem it advisable to have a respon- sible officer at Anderson, and hence assigned Colonel Wood to that post. My instructions do not, however, admit of my sending more than four Companies to that point. I find the situation to be this: Within about 3 miles of Stevenson there are five bridges all near together. These have been guarded by three companies of the Eightieth Illinois. Besides these there is one structure near Anderson which has been guarded by men from that post. In my judgment, as at present advised, the best ar- rangement would be to assign the whole district from Anderson to Tantalon, including the bridge this side and the trestle west of Tan- talon, to Colonel Wood with his whole regiment. This would afford the opportunity to put four companies at Tantalon, if thought best, and give a stronger post at Anderson, with a surplus sufficient to construct rifle-pits and abatis where practicable. Moreover, with Colonel Wood at Anderson and Major Arnold at Tantalon, the offi- cial responsibility would be well divided. I would then send four companies, of about 30 men each, west and one east of this post; these five to be under the charge of our bri- gade officer of the day. If this proposition meets the approval of the general it will be carried out immediately on receipt of such advice. I have the honor to state that I have not the command of the post. I find that Colonel Lyon of the Thirteenth Wisconsin has been commander of post, and that he has not been relieved. In conversation this morning, in presence of General Hooker, Colonel L. suggested that I should take the charge and responsi- bility of the picketing, and leave the internal police duty, & c., to hini. General H. replied that it would be better to make no perma- nent arrangement at present, as the final disposition of my command was not fixed. Meantime I await further orders. Very respectfully, your obedient servant~ ORLAND SMITH, Colonel, 6~ommanding Second Brigade, Second Division. WASHINGTON, D. C., October 11, 1863. Maj. Gen. A. E. BURNSIDE: Commanding Department of the Ohio: The General-in-Chief desires that you will at once put en route for the headquarters of Department of the Cumberland the Tenth Michigan Cavalry, now at Grand Rapids, Mich., to report to Major- General Rosecrans for duty. By command of Major-General Halleck: E. D. TOWNSEND, Assistant Adjutant- General Page 296 296 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [ChAP. XLII. MTTNFOIUWILLE, October ii, 1863. Capt. A. C. SEMPLE, Louisville: Captain Knight attacked Richardson yesterday; wounded several of his men, capturing arms, merchandise, & c. Rebels broke up and scattered through the hills. Nothing from Glasgow. E. H. HOBSON, Brigadier- General. M UNFORDVILLE. October ii, 1863. Colonel SPAULDING, Glasgow: Have you all your men with you? Have you been mnstered in? Are you armed ~ Report your condition. Assume command until further ordered. Use the utmost vigilance to ascertain the approach of an enemy. K H. HOBSON, Brigadier- General. MUNFORDVILLE, October 11, 1863. Colonel SPAULDING, Glasgow: Arm as many men as possible with surplus arms at that place. Major Martin can inform as to arms. If you could send over de- tachnient to this place we can furnish you with some Enfleld rifles. Keep your pickets on the lookout. Send small scouting parties on roads leading to Cumberland River, with instructions to report to you by courier. It is not expected of scouts to make an attack under serious circumstances. You will act according to instruc- tions sent to Major Martin yesterday. E. H. HOBSON, Brigadier-General. LouIsA. Kr., Cctober 11, 1863. Brigadier-General BOYLE: GENERAL: A company of 80 of the Fourteenth Kentucky Volun- teers had a skirmish with 150 rebels, under command of Colonel Prentice, at Salyersville yesterday. Prentice was repulsed. Pren- tice was re-enforced last night. I have sent Colonel Brown with 300 men to look after him. Captain Ford still holds Piketon. Your obedient servant, GEO. W. GALLUP, Golonel, Gorn manding. FLEMINGSBURG, October 11, 1863. Brig. Gen. J. T. BOYLE, Louisville, Ky.: SIR: On October 2 I sent out Lieutenant Clark and 50 men scouting, who proceeded as far as West Liberty; called upon the scoundrel Green Howard, the place where guerrillas resort; all wer Page 297 CRAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNJON. 297 bsent. This Howard, the day previous, whipped an old Union man nearly unto (leath, and scalped a oldier of the Tenth Kentucky Cavalry. The boys bnrned everything visible, and as soon as the fire began the rebels commenced firing from the mountain at long range; too far to affect. The squad returned a few shots and left. On the morning of the 3d October the guerrillas fired on them from a concealed point, killing 1 and wonnding 2 of the squad. We killed the notorious Asa Swin, a most daring and desperate man, and the only one that dared to show himself. After the fight squad returned to camp. The young man buried where killed. The wounded are (loing well. October 7 I started with 108 men; after marching 40 miles camped at Phillips. In the morning of the 8th October. reached Hamptons Mills, another headquarters for guerrillas. He being absent could not find him, but captured the meanest white man liv- ing, 0. A. Patton; he not long since escaped from McLean prison, Cincinnati; also J. E. Keller, of Kentucky, who had escaped from Chicago, Ill.; he one of Morgans men. Also one John McWhirter, escaped from Camp Chase, Ohio, and Moses McClanahan and John McClanahan (residents). The ~5 had six horses; the papers found upon them are important, especially in this vicinity, implicating many persons here. I am satisfied that the three first named were at the robbing of Owensville, and after robbing that place, they burned property at Olympian Springs; then burned the property of Colonel Hall. I also captured a horse belonging to Hampton, who the next day sent 2 Union men after him, threatening to burn their property if not returned. I told them to tell him to come and get him; that I should not send him; that he, if he wished to, could proceed with his burning; his property is valuable, and if he de- stroyed theirs I would destroy his. I also took William Raglan and have sent for the evidence to convict him of recruiti~1g for the Southern army, or for the guerrilla Green Wade. I learn to-day that he was raising men composed of secesh, and also Union men, to act together to oppose both guerrillas and home guards. He says they both steal, and I am certain in some instances this is true. I am of opinion that any party of men thus mixed wont answer, and would like advice from you. You will observe that the day after the troops were removed fromu Olympian Springs these robberies were committed, and whenever any expedition is returning these thieves advarmce. The country is full of themFleming, Bath, Morgan, Rowan, and adjoining coun- tiesand the most accomplished liars that are above ground. I will believe but very few. There is more deception practiced here than I ever met with. One man, well recommended, will give in- formation and the next will im plicate him. The force here, general, is inadequate for the work. No one knows what these people have suffered and are suffering but those who endure it. To-night I am apprised of my removal to Lexington; I am ready whenever re- lieved. The force at Olympian Springs were very necessary there. The present force here are on tile scout all the time. The division at Plumumers Mills should not remain there. A station between Poplar Plains and Hillsborough would be as effective. Here we have a good road for all transportation. As soon as the roads get bad, it will be difficult to haul to Plummers Mills. Plummer and nemghbors (rebels) are about eat out. There is good groummd where I have mentioned for winter quarters; water and wood in plenty. I Page 298 ~298 KY., ~ \TA~ TENX., MISS., IN. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. is very necessary that a sufficient force should be kept here, or every- thing movable here will he sacrificed. General, p1 ease excuse this lengthy letter. I could state much that you should know, but will close for the present. Yours, most respectfully, JOHN F. IJAMS, Ma~jor, Comdg. Fifth Independent BaUm, Ohio Vol. Cavalry. WASHINGTON, D. C., October 12, 18631.30 p. m. Maj. Gen. S. A. HURLBUT, Or Army Qfficer at Memphis, Teurt.: It is reported that a court organized by the provost-marshal at ~emphis has taken jurisdiction of a claim of certain creditors in Columbus, Ohio, against Orgill Brothers. Such a court can have no jurisdiction of the class of cases mentioned, and the Secretary of War directs that army proceedings of a civil nature which may have been had therein to Messrs. Orgills detriment be annulled and set aside. You will order the Court to discontinue all proceedings of this character. H. W. HALLECK, General-in- Chief. HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Memphis, Tenn., October 12, 1863. Brig. Gen. E. A. CARR, La Grange, Teun.: If you are out of provisions at La Grange, draw from Corinth by return trains. Forage must go forward from here, and our stock of rations is out until a boat comes from above. S. A. HURLBUT, Ma}or- General. LA GEANGE~ October 12, 1863. General HURLBUT: I am here with one brigade (1,000) and a battery. Sweeny left a point 7 miles south of here at 4 this a. in., going toward Hudson- vile; says he will recapture Sherman. His cavalry is somewhat scattered; does not know where Colonel Hatch is; says Phillips will co-operate with him from Coldwater. Hatch is probably south and west of Salem. Phillips, with brigade, is probably west of Sweeny and in communication with him. Regular train which was stopped yesterday going west will leave here on tune to-day for Mem- phis followed by those which were behind it yesterday unless other orders. No other trains on road to my knowledge. E. A. CARR, Brigadier- General Page 299 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.lINtON. 299 HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CoRPs, Memphis, Tenm, October 12, 1863. Major-General SHERMAN, La Fayette, Tenn.: Carr, now at La Grange, will inform you where the Cavalry and Sweenys brigade are. I think they must fall in with the rebels. S. A. HURLBUT, Major- General. General CARR, CORINTH, October 12, 1863. La Gram qe.~ Please order all my troops at Moscow and La Grange to march here by easy stages, the cars to bring the sick only. I must assem- ble my troops for the march east. Send every car and locomotive in to bring out forage and stores. I will see that Corinth is~ held safe till you return. You can watch Sweenys movement, but I feel certain that Hatch can and will push Chalmers beyond the Talla- hatchie. W. T. SHERMAN, Major- General. LA FAYETTE, October 12, 1863. General SWEENY: Head of column, General Corses divisioll, left Collierville for Mount Pleasant at 11 oclock precisely. Make your own calcula- tions. W. T. SHERMAN, Major-General. LA GRANGE, October 12, 18631.30 a. m. General SWEENY: It turns out to be a mistake about the capture of General Sherman. He is at Collierville, where they repulsed the enemy. Hearing of that, the firing near Moscow, and that you were engaged, and hav- ing been ordered by General Hurlbut to support you from Corinth if necessary, I deemed it my duty to bring troops here. I took all the white infantry and a battery from Corinth, and concluded to come myself in order to be with a command of some kind. I will stay here with this brigade to await events. As they repulsed the enemy at Collierville I am inclined to think that he will not be too strong for your cavalry, and that they may be able to intercept him and do him considerable damage. My impression is that he will try to cross Coldwater and the Tallahatchie to the westward of you. I will send any information I may receive at once, and beg you will call on me for anything you may want. I may learn more before your express starts at 4 oclock to return. Telegraph operates only to La Fayette. Very respectfully, your obedient servant~E. A. CARR, Brigadier- General, Gommanding Page 300 300 KY., sw. VA., TENTh, MISS., N. ALA., AND N. (+A. [CHAP. NilE HEADQL ARTER~, 5~nthwest of 1 Grange. ()etobe, 1 Q. 1863. Brig. Gen. T. W. SWEENY, Comdg., in the Field, en route to Hadsonville, Miss.: GENERAL: Captain Chenoweth goes with this and will give yon what news we have, which is meager. The enemy seems to have managed well. It was a pretty severe fight at Collierville. We lost 9 killed, 27 wonnded, 7 missing. I do not yet know which way the enemy has gone. I snppose Hatch to be sonthwest of Salem; the Third Michigan is with him. I snppose Phillips to be west of you, and that it was his cannonading which was heard south of Moscow and La Fayette yesterday. It is to be presumed that the enemy went south from Collierville, but I do not yet know. Very respectfully, yonr obedient servant, E. A. CARR, Brigadier- General, Commanding. HDQRs. SECOND DIvisioN, SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, in the Field, Hndsonrille, Miss., October 12, 1863. Brig. Gen. E. A. CARE, La Grange: Captain Clienoweth has just arrived with your dispatch. I got here at 10 a. m. to-day. It is my intention to occupy this place as the best to operate from, until I learn something of the enemys movements. I am satisfied the enemy have not passed sonth of ns yet. One brigade of cavalry nnder Lieutenant-Colonel Phillips are on the line of the Coldwater as far west as Quinns Mill, the point where the enemy crossed on their way to Collierville, and occupy all the fords on that stream. Colonel Hatch left here this morning in the direction of Mount Pleasant, with instructions to watch the enemy closely, and com- municate with me frequently. I dont see how they can escape now, except in an easterly (lirection, and if the cavalry give me timely notice I think I can checkmate that move. If you throw out a small mounted force to scour the country between here and La Grange, instruct them to inform me of any attempt on the part of the enemy to move east. They have not passed east of the Holly Springs road yet, I know. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, T. W. SWEENY, Brigadier- General. HEADQUARTERS SECOND DIvISION, In the Field, Hndsonrille, ]Jliss., October 12, 1863. Col. E. HATCH, c~ommanding Cavalry, and Lieutenant-Colonel PHILLIPS, In the Field: I have just arrived at this place. I am satisfied that the enemy has not failen back in this direction, and nothing must be left un- done to prevent their crossing the Coldwater. A dispatch just re- ceived from General Carr at a range, says that Sherman was no Page 301 CHAP XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 301 captured and that the enemy was repulsed from Collierville; they will therefore doubtless be in this vicinity during the day, and by frequent communication with you we shall be able, I think, to drive them to an enga~ement, which, if we succeed in doing, will try to capture their artillery and teach them a lesson they will not forget. Keep me well informed of all movements, & c. Keep a sharp lookout to the front and rear, as they may get infantry below. By order of Brig. Gen. T. W. Sweeny: L. H. EVERTS, Gap/aim and Assistant Adjutant-General. HEADQUARTERS SECOND DIvISION, in the Field, Hudsonville, October 12, 1863. Colonel HATCH and Lieutenant-Colonel PHILLIPS The bearer of this dispatch was sent froni here about noon to-day, and has returned, reporting that he ~ as fired upon about 10 miles from here on the road to Quinns Mill; states that he saw two squad- rons of the enemy and there was the appearance of more in the rear of those. Inform me if the enemy is coming up on that road. By order of Brig. Gen. T, W. Sweeny, commanding: L. H. EVERTS, Assistant Ac~jntant-General. OCTOBER 12, 18635 a. m. [General SWEENY:] I am holding the fords of the Coldwater to the east of Lockharts Mill with both brigades of cavalry. The enemy has left a small force in front of La Grange to mislead, and in my judgment has moved with two large bodies east and west. Ferguson is reported to be at Albany with 4,000 men. Another force has probably attacked the railroad somewhere toward Coilierville. Phillips and myself each have that opinion. Respectfully, EDWARD HATCH, Golonel, Commanding Gavalry. HEADQUARTERS CAvALRY DIvISION, On Road to Salem, October 12, 18637 a. m. General HURLBUT: The enemy are retreating toward Holly Springs and the Tallahat- chie River. I will push them home and see whether they have in- fantry on the Tallahatchie. ED. HATCH, Golonel, Gommanding Gavalry Page 302 302 KY., sw. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CUAP. XLII. FIVE MILES SOUTHEAST OF QUINNS MILL, October 12, 1863. Major-General HURLBUT and Brigadier-General SWEENY: The enemy have crossed the Coidwater at Quinns Mill, and are in the neighborhood of Byhalia; they crossed last night. I am fol- lowing them with one brigade, the other is now moving from Mount Pleasant to Quinns Mill, and will come up to-night. EDWARD HATCH, Colonel, Commanding. DAvIS MILLS, October 12, 1863. Brigadier-General SWEENY: Colonel Phillips is near Salem and asks if he may have his section of artillery if the infantry does not move. If his request can be granted, please order it forward to this point immediately, and I will send it with McCrillis brigade. Very respectfully, yours, EDWARD HATCH, Colonel, Commanding Cavalry Division. HEADQUARTERS CAVALRY BRIGADE, In the Field, 1 Mile West of Lockharts Mill, October 12, 1863. Brigadier-General SWEENY, Commanding: SIR: I have sent a dispatch to Colonel Hatch which will reach him at or near Holly Springs. I have destroyed three bridges across the Coldwater and obstructed one ford by felling timber in it, & c. The bridges destroyed are two at Lockharts Mill, and obstructed the ford there by felling timber, & c. I have destroyed the crossing at Alex- anders Mill, and Davis ~{ills also; I am now moving west to Quinn and Jacksons Creek. Send mules where I will hold the crossing if possible, where the enemy crossed over going toward Collierville. I have two strong scouting parties on the north side of the Coldwater. I will be north of Byhalia at the Coldwater at 9 oclock a. in. Should I strike the enemy I will follow as long as I have a force sufficient to fight at all, and will try and find him. I have suggested to Colonel Hatch the propriety of sending 100 picked men to try and recapture General Sherman in case he should be sent south under an escort. I have not had anything to do with the enemy yet, and no firing of any kind. I will let you hear from me again. I am, general, very respectfully, your obedient servant, JESSE J. PHILLIPS. HEADQUARTERS, Memphis, October 12, 1863. General CARR: Collierville was attacked yesterday by cavalry and artillery. The enemy were repulsed with loss, and are retreating toward Tall Page 303 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UN1ON. 303 hatchie. Sherman is safe at Collierville. Sweeny and Hatch must look for this retreating force. They are about 3,000 to 4,000 under Chalmers. Let them be punished, if you can come up with them. S. A. HURLBUT, Major- General. LA GRANGE, October 12, 1863. Major-General HURLEUT: The following just received ON HOLLY SPRINGS ROAD, Five Miles from Hudsonviile, October 12. General CARR: Your dispatch just received; am pressing rapidly forward. Colonel Phillips will co-operate with me from Coldwater, and if it is in the power of troops to prevent the enemy crossing it will surely be done. Have heard nothing from Colonel Hatch. T. W. SWEENY, Brigadier-General. My dispatch told Sweeny that Sherman was not captured. I have reason to believe that Hatch is on his way from Salem to Holly Springs, the Third Michigan being with him. I have not he~t~d which way the enemy went from Collierville, but am going on the supposition that he went south. E. A. CARR, Brigadier- General. HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Major-General SHERMAN, Memj)hi$, Tenn., October 12, 1863. La Grange, Tenn.: Sweenys brigade having been ordered to Holly Springs, I did not move the brigade from here. They will be moved out and relieved from time to time as soon as I can get my wagons ready. S. A. HURLBUT, Mia or- General. LA FAYETTE, October [12?], 1863. Major-General HURLEUT: Arrived here safe. Sevem al trains here from the east; will push them forward at once. Road all appears clear. To-morrow will be a good day to load the trains with forage and rations and send to us. Sent General Corses division to Mount Pleasant; he will be there to-night, and swing around to La Grange or Saulsbury. W. T. SHERMAN, Major- General. LA GRANGE, October 12, 18633.30 p. in. Major-General HURLEUT: I advised you two days before I left that the tine move was for yon to send a brigade to Byhalia, and I nuderstood that it was done. I cannot tnrn Corse back to Bybalia. I mnst move my (hi visio Page 304 304 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., K. ALA., AND N. GA. [CBAP. XLII. forward to the Tennessee River at once. I find, some of my troops at Moscow, some here. All must come forward, and I will see that cars are pushed in to bring out forage and provisions. Hatchs cav- alry is ample to whip Chalmers. I beat him off with less than 500 men, and I know that if attacked with vigor he will be driven as far as you please. I think you should hold a brigade from Memphis in motion near Byhalia and Quinns Mill all the time. W. T. SHERMAN, Major- General. CORINTH, October 12 [13], 1863. Major-General HURLBUT, Memphis: I will push all cars into Memphis. Please order them to be loaded at night and sent out by day. Every car and locomotive should be in use. I do not think citizens should be allowed to travel on this railroad at all. I believe Chalmers force is the only force near Memphis, and Hatch can drive it into pieces and fragments if lie pushes them hard. I will work all my troops forward, and hasten to reach the Tennessee River, for of course the enemy is intent on reaching Rosecrans rear. Chalmers move is a feint to draw off our attention~ therefore chase him below the Tallahatchie. Instruct your cavalry to take all horses and mules between the railroad and the Tallahatchie, burn all mills and corn-fields, and let them feel that to attack our road will be surely followed by vengeance. Sev- eral of the dead at Collierville had your oath of allegiance and all sorts of passes on their persons. ~. T. SHERMAN, Major- General. COLLIERVILLE, October 12, 186312 m. Major-General HURLBUT: The repairers needed between here and Germantown OH the small culverts, one of which is finished and men at work on the other two. One engine received a cannon shot which carried away some lever, so that the engine cannot be reversed. It was the trains from Corinth came down this way to La Fayette, but turned back on hearing the firing, spreading the report that I was gobbled up, & c. I sent a courier to La Fayette last night to explain the whole matter, so that I hope early to-morrow all will be right. General Corse is here with one brigade, and his other brigades close at hand. I think I will try and make Chalmers feel he cannot attack us unpunished. We gave him more than lie expected yester- day, and will try to treat him so that he will remember it as long as he lives. All well with us now. In the fight yesterday regulars lost 9 dead, 27 wounded, and 7 miss- ing at present. Colonel Anthonys loss is about the same; his pick- ets were caught in the start. W. T. SHERMAN. Major- Genera Page 305 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 305 OCTOBER 12, 1863. General WEBSTER, Memphis: Citizens who travel the road betray us; I would restrict their travel. For some days the road will be very safe. Keep all the cars moving with forage and provisions, and dont let any fancy freight come out till all forage and provisions are sent. To-morrow I will organize working parties, so trains will be unloaded at night. Do the same there. Delay here only consumes our stock on hand. W. T. SHERMAN, lifajor- General. MEMPHIS, TENN., October 12, 18632.30 p. m. (Received 1.45 p. in., 14th.) Major-General HALLECK, General-in-Chief: The enemy was repulsed from Collierville yesterday. Our loss is reported 18 killed, 60 wounded, 20 missing. They have gone south. The railroad will be repaired to-day. I have a biiigade of infantry at Holly Springs, and cavalry to the right and left of that point, and hope to cut them off. No other points on the railroad were struck. I have issued orders to open the telegraph and railroad from Cohimbus to Corinth, but have no hope of keeping them up with my force. At least six regiments more will be required for that service. If ordered, they should report to General A. J. Smith, at Columbus. Joe Johnston is reported organizing a force at Meridianprobably from the Yicksburg prisoners. S. A. HURLBUT, Major- General. CIRCULAR.] HDQRS. FOURTH Div., 15TH ARMY CORPS, Gollierville, Tenn., October 12, 1863. This command will move immediately on the Mount Pleasant road, the Third Brigade in advance, the Second Brigade in the cen- ter. The division train will go between the Second and First Brigades. The First Brigade will follow in rear of division and furnish nec- essary guards for division train. Colonel Cockerill, commanding Third Brigade, will throw out flankers and skirmishers, and tal~ all necessary precaution against any surprises, and will camp at or near Mount Pleasant wherever water can be had. By order of Brig. Gen. John M. Corse: E. B. HARLAN, Acting Assistant Adjutant. General. CIRCULA.] HDQRS. FOURTH Div., 15TH ARMY CORPS; Mount Pleasant, Miss., October 12, 1863. This command will move on the La Grange road. The Second Brigade in advance will clear the road by daylight. The I~irst Biii~ 20 R RvOL XXX, PT I Page 306 306 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAr. XLIL gade will follow thirty minutes after. The Third Brigade will close up the rear, taking charge of division train and furnish a strong rear guard. The attention of brigade commanders is called to the necessity of using every precaution to prevent the indiscriminate firing that characterized the conduct of the troops this day. By order of Brig. Gen. John M. Gorse: E. B. HARLAN, Acting Assistant Adjutant- General. HDQRS. FIRST DIvISIoN, FIFTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Inka, Miss., October 12, 1863. Commanding Officer Twenty-sixth Iowa Infantry: COLONEL: You will march with your regiment to Burnsville, and encamp in a suitable location (not exceeding 3 miles from here) on the north side of railroad track, your position to be selected with a view to easy defense. The object of your being stationed is to protect the railroad against all and every da~nger from the enemy between this point and the guards stationed by General Matthies. You will place strong guards at all bridges, trestle-works, culverts, and crossings, and at all points where, in your judgment, cause for suspicion exists. At the long bridges at the west end of the district to be guarded by you, you will place strong detachments permanently, and select the camping-ground for the remainder of your command with special reference to prompt support in case of need. Communication must be kept up with the line of guards west of you and with this post. By order of Brig. Gen. P. J. Osterhaus: Very respectfully, W. A. GORDON, Assistant Adjutant- General. WAR DEPARTMENT, October 12, 18638.35 a. m. Major-General ROSEcRANS, Chattanooga, Tenn.: As I understand Burnside is menaced from the east, and so cannot go to you without surrendering East Tennessee. I now think the enemy will not attack Chattanooga, ~nd I think you will have to look out for his making a concentrated drive at Buruside. You and Burnside now have hint by the throat. and he must break your hold or perish. I therefore think you better try to hold the road up to Kingston, leaving Buruside to what is above there. Sherman is coming to you, though gaps in te telegraph prevent our knowing how far he is advanced. He and Hooker will so support you on the west and northwest as to enable you to look east and northeast. This is not an order. General Halleck will give his views. A. LINCOLN. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 12, 18633 p. m. (Received 8.45 p. in.) Hon. A. LINCOLN, President United States: Line from here to Kingston is long; our side is barreii mountain; rebel side has railroad. Our danger is subsistCnce. W~ canno Page 307 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 307 bring up Hooker to cover our left against a crossing above us, for want of means to transport provisions and horse-feed. Enemys side of valley full of corn. Every exertion will be made to hold what we have and gain more, after which we must put our trust in God, who never fails those who truly trust. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major-General. WASHINGTON, October 12, 186310 a. m. Major-General ROSECRANS, Chattanooga, Teun.: Captain Comstock is sick. Sherman is moving east of Corinth. Where he now is I do not know. I have no telegraphic communica- tion with him. Have heard nothing of ]3urnside since the 7th. If. he is not moving down you must look to the passes of the Tennessee River above Chattanooga. Lees army is again moving northward. H. W. HALLECK, General-in- Chief. CHATTANOOGA, TENN., October 12, 18633 p. m. Maj. Gen. H. W. HALILECK, (Received 8.55 ~ in.) General-in- Chief: Dispatch received. Reported enemy building pontoons near here. Jeff. Davis was here on 10th. We watch the river high up, but can- not extend to Kingston without great danger. Buruside ought to hold Kingston with strong fortifications and substantial* garrison. Cavalry to cover the river below. Kingston should be the last point of East Tennessee surrendered, except the Cumberland Gap. From there our forces can act in better concert than from any other point. It can be more easily supplied than any other point by the Cumber- land to Mill Springs when water is up. Has good line of retreat, and commands London. No time should be lost in this matter. No further news from cavalry raid or our cavalry. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General, Commanding. CHATTANOOGA, October 12, 18633.50 p. m. (Received 6.15 p. in.) SECRETARY OF WAR: I have seen a dispatch from General Halleck which announces movements on the Potomac, under which, by your instructions, I was directed to return immediately. I have giveii such orders and taken such steps during the seventeen days I have spent here as will, I think, much aid this army, and I do not think my presence here longer will be of much service. I start for Washington this even- ing. It will take two or three days to get through to Bridgeport, where I shall be again in reach of the telegraph. I go over the sup- ply road of this army, which requires inspection. M. C. MEIGS, _____________________ Qnartermaster- General. * Copy received by General Halleck reads snbsistence aiid garrison Page 308 308 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLIL CAVALRY BUREAU, OFFICE OF CHIEF QUARTERMASTER, Washington, D. C., October 12, 1863. Capt. I. CORYELL, A. Q. 31., care Capt. W. Jenkins, A. Q. 111., Louisville, Ky.: General Rosecrans lias requested that horses shall be sent at once to Lc~uisville for his army. I have this day ordered 1,000 to be shipped from Chicago to you at Louisville. Make immediate arrangements for taking care of them. C. G. SAWTELLE, Lieutenant- Colonel and Chief Quartermaster, Cavalry Bureau. NASHVILLE, October 12, 1863. Maj. Gen. W. S. ROSECRANS: GENERAL: Will the parole of the Fourth Infantry, Tennessee Volunteers, at McMinnville, be regarded as valid? If not, I desire to re-organize the regiment as soon as possible. Most of the paroled men were sent in the direction of Sparta, and from there they have gone into East Tennessee. There are some 50 of them at this place. I think Major Patterson, who was in McMinnville, did all that could have been done under the circumstances. He had only 400 men, and fought the enemy one hour and a quarter, who were thousands while his were hundreds, and that, too, without a siugle piece of artillery. Here, when his exposed position was known, there was but one opinion, and that was he would be annihilated or captured unless he was ordered to fall back upon Murfreesborough. Major Patterson is a worthy man and a good citizen, and if per- niiitted will do good service yet. The colonel of the regiment is lying prostrate in a sick bed, his recovery doubtful. The lieutenant-colo- nel is now in Eastern Tennessee raising men to fill out the regiment, and with your consent will send the fragment there with Major Pat- terson, to unite with them in East Tennessee. I have succeeded so far very well in organizing companies to fight guerrillasin your rear; two full companies will be equipped this week at this place. The men have come in from the country where the guerrillas are most numerous, and understand how to meet them. There are many others nearly ready to be equipped. We are getting along very well with the Northwestern Railroad, especially so when we consider all that has transpired since the commencement. We have started this morning a full regiment of negroes armed and equipped to the Northwestern Railroad to work and fight. As they passed through the town they looked and behaved well; the work is going on. May the protecting arm of a just and Almighty God be suspended over you and your gallant army, and pass you through as it did the children of Israel through the Red Sea. ANDREW JOHNSON Military Governor. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 12, 1863. Governor JOHNSON, Nashville: The paroles of the MeMinuville prisoners are not valid and will ~iot be reco~niied. The general commanding desires the men to b Page 309 CHAP. XLIII COI~RESPOi~D~: CI~, I~TC .UNION. ~O9 re-organized at once. Major Patterson had better call for a court of inquiry in regard to the surrender. His case may be all satisfactory. We hope so. We dont hear from the raiders lately. J. A. GARFIELD, Brigadier-General and Chief of Staff. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 12, 1863. Col. THOMAS A. SCOTT, Louisville, Ky.: Colonel Tunes telegraphs that he is pressed for cars. I know it. You want them at Louisville. Measnre the capacity of the Louis- ville road and telegraph me. I will give instructions accordingly to Tunes. W. S. ROSECRANS, i}Iajor- General. HEADQUARTERS FOURTEENTH ARMY CORPS, INSPECTOR-GENERALS OFFICE, Chattanooga, October 12, 1863. Lieutenant-Colonel DUCAT, Asst. Insp. Ge a., Department of the C~umberland: COLONEL: Owing to changes in the corps, no picket reports were received from Second and Fourth Divisions yesterday. I have visited the pickets this morning and find the enemy are at work busily with axes all along our front. They seeni to be in heavy force in the valley, as brass bands and martial music are distinctly heard all along our front. Their picket is much stronger than usual and dis- charged their arms by volley this morning very near our line. I am, colonel, very respectfully, your obedient servant, J. D. BARKER, Captain, and Actg. Asst.. Insp. Gen., 14th Army Corps. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 12, 1863. Colonel HODGES, Assistant Quartermaster, Nashville: Colonel Tunes has been directed to send as follows: First, troops; second, rations and forage; third, beef and forage; fourth, army transportation. Colonel Scott requested to measure capacity of Louisville road, and to report accordingly, and to use the road to the best advantage. I want to know what forage you have in Nashville; what the coun- try in that neighborhood will afford; what at intermediate points, and what at Stevenson. Edwards says materials are wanted for the steam-boat. Let notli- ing be wanted. Make the amplest arrangements for bringing corn and storing along the road. Make the price liberal. See that they are paid down. W. S. ROSECRANS, ]Iliajor- General. Telegraph this to Stevenson to show to General Hooker Page 310 Cavalr~,. A Cs Ti) Tb 7 ~i. Page 311 CHAP XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, tUC~UNION. 811 HEADQUARTERS ANDERSON CAVALRY, Robersons Plantation, 8 lIfiles above Andersons, Sequatchie Valley, October 12, 1863. Lieut. Col. C. GODDARD, Asst. Adjt. Gen., Hdqrs. Dept. of the Cumberland: COLONEL: I have the honor to acknowledge receipt of your letter of October 11, directing me to establish communication by courier from your (my) cam p to Poes Tavern, and thence to Andersons Cross-Roads. I already have a courier-post at Hensons at the foot of the mountain in Sequatchie Valley on Poe road, and one at Poes Tavern, which is at foot of mountain in the Tennessee Valley, and I am informed by Colonel Tillson (through one of my officers just from Andersons) that he has a courier-line in operation between Andersons and Chattanooga. I have sent some men to establish a courier-post at Reynolds, on the mountain about half way across, and the only convenient place for water. This will complete the line from Poes Tavern to my camp. I have also established a post half way between Henson s and Andersons, in this valley, which completes a line from Poes Tavern to Andersons via Poe road. Will yon please inform me, after looking at the inclosed sketch,* whether I have interpreted the Qrder aricrht. 6 One of my squadrons has collected 80 head of cattle in the last two days, below this in the valley, and has sent them to Chattanooga by General Wagners escort. There are more cattle here, but to a great extent in the hands of Union people, who have very little else left. I am, colonel, your obedient servant, WM. J. PALMER, Colonel, Commanding. [Indorsement.] Put distance on map and file. W.S.R. Distances. Miles. Chattanooga to Rodgers 5 Rodgers to Andersons (Colonel Tilison) 13 Colonel Tilison (Andersons) to Hensons 6 Hensons to Robersons (Colonel Palmer) 2 Hensons to Poes Tavern 13 Rodgers to Poes Tavern 10 Chattanooga to Poes Tavern 15 Poes Tavern to Andersons (via Hensons) 19 Poes Tavern to Andersons (via Anderson road) 23 CAMERONS HILL, October 12, 186310.15 a. m. Captain MERRILL: Can see a body of smoke commencing due south and extending to 10 degrees east of south, about 3 miles distant. Fifteen degrees south of east a small column of smoke is rising, about 6 miles dis- tant. Another body of smoke covers 5 degrees from 20 degrees east * See p. 310 Page 312 812 RY., SW. VA., TFNN., MISS., N. AT A., AND N. GA. [OHAP. XLII. of south to 25 degrees east of south, 3j miles distant. Thirty degrees east of south is a column of smoke covering 2 degrees~ about 5 miles from here. A line of smoke commences 35 degrees east of south and extends to a point 30 degrees south of east, covering 25 degrees at foot of Mission Ridge. A small column east-southeast about half way up the ridge. One 5 degrees south of east, and about 2j miles distant. In a field due south, and about 4 miles distant, can see about 100 horses grazing. No movement of troops except one regi- ment drilling, 30 degrees east of south. HOWGATE, Acting Signal Officer. HEADQUARTERS, October 12, 186310.40 a. m. Lieutenant FORAKER: Does firing across Missionary Ridge continue? Can you tell what it was? MERRILL, Captain. OCTOBER 12, 1863. Captain MERRILL: Rebels have captured a large train between here and the mount- ains. The force is reported to be two regiments, or two brigades. A cavalry force has been sent to the front of the action. E. F. C. KLOKKE, Lieutenant and Acting Signal Officer. SIGNAL STATION Camerons Hill, October 12, 186311 a. m, Captain MERRILL: South 10 degrees west see a small work low down on Lookout Mountain; see it indistinctly; think there are two embrasures. South 5 degrees east, probably 100 horses grazing, beyond Rossville road, some 5 miles distant. From south 5 degrees east to south 10 degrees east, smoke, heaviest at the extremities. South 15 degrees east small smoke beyond Rossville on this side Mission Ridge and at its base. South 25 degrees east smoke to south 30 degrees east, thin except at the extremities. South 30 degrees east first tents seen on the right, few only and seen indistinctly, near an old house. South 35 degrees east smoke; some tents visible through the trees, and extending northward at foot of Mission Ridge. South 45 degrees east most smoke extending northward along the valley this side of ridge where most tents are seen. East 35 degrees south flag in same position; said to be Polks corps flag. East 30 degrees south one regiment drilling. Aside from this nothing unusual. SAM. BACHTELL, Lieutenant and Acting Signal Officer. This report is confirmed by reports from Stations Nos. 1 and 2 on Camerons and Cranes Hills. No firing heard on other side of Mis- sion Ridge since 9 a. m. MERRILL Page 313 ChAP. XLII.] CO1~RESPONDENCE, ETC.UXION. ~13 CRANES HILL, October 12, 186311.20 a. m. Captain MERRILL: I have heard no firing since Fitch started for your headquarters, FORAKER, Acting Signal Officer. CRANES HILL, October 12, 186312.45 p. m. Captain MERRILL: I hear artillery firing, which seems to be west of Raccoon Mountain and south of the Tennessee River. Ask Berry about it. FORAKER, Lieutenant and Acting Signal Officer. HEADQUARTERS, October 12, 18634 p. m. Lieutenant KLOKKE: Close your station to-morrow morning and report to Captain Seiter here with your party. MERRILL, Captain. HEADQUARTERS, October 12, 18634 p. m. Lieutenant REBER: Take up your line to-morrow morning and report here. MERRILL, Captain and Signal Officer. STATION No. 3, Waldens Ridge, October 12, 18632 p. m. Captain MERRILL: The artillery firing you a~k about is one piece shelling the woods on the opposite side of the river. BERRY. FORT OCCUPIED BY GENERAL WOODS TROOPS, October 12, 18634.40 p. m. Captain MERRILL: At a point 20 degrees east of south two regiments were formed on parade grounds in front of camp, and marched along the base of ridge, by right flank, toward the south. Their flags were white bor- der, blue ground, and full moon in center. Men are working on for- tifications at a.point 80 degrees east of north. HOPKINS Page 314 314 KY., sw. VA., Th~., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLIL SIGNAL STATION, Camerons Hill, October 12, 18635.30 p. m. Captain MERRILL: South 45 degrees east I see fifty new shelter tents and one wall tent, on the slope and near the foot of Missionary Ridge. Some tents visible farther toward Rossville; cannot tell how many, as trees are in the way. South 40 degrees east and three-fourths of a mile nearer, considerable timber has been cut away appareiitly, and a considera- ble number of tents can be seen; could not count them. On the west side and half way up Lookout Mountain I saw a thin blue smoke, where we have frequently seen a small fire. SAM. BACHTELL, Lieutenant and Actiilg Signal Officer. CAMERONS HILL, October 12, 18636.40 p. m. Captain MERRILL: Can see a line of enemys fires extending from 5 degrees to 25 de- grees south of east, and another line from 35 degrees to 55 degrees south of east. There is a small fire at foot of Lookout on east side, 3 miles distant, and another one on west side about three.fourths of a mile from Cravens house and three-fourths of the way up the mount- ain. HO WGATE, Acting Signal Officer. HEADQUARTERS, October 12, 18639. 30 p. m. Lieutenant REBER: Yes. Send what men you do not want here with Lieutenant Brent. CASE, C~aptain and Acting Signal Officer. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, INSPECTOR GENERALS OFFICE, October 12, 1863. Brig. Gen. J. C. DAVIS: GENERAL: In compliance with instructions of General Rosecrans I am making ~ minute examination of the official reports of the bat- tle of Chickamauga in order to make a list of those who by special merit deserve special mention. For this purpose, and that the in- stances of the devotion of the private soldier may not escape me, I hav.e the honor to request of you a copy ot~ regimental reports of the old First Division for 19th and 20th September, which I pray you tc send as soon as possible. I have the honor to be, very respectfully, your obedient servant, HORACE N. FISHER, Lieutenant- Colonel and Assistant Inspector- General Page 315 CHAP. XLIL] CO1~RE~PONDENcE, ETC. UNION. 315 FORT WOOD SIGNAL STATION, October 12, 18635 p. m. Brigadier-General WooD, Commanding Third Division: No changes in the appearance of the enemy save on the edge of the field southeast of fort. A number of new shelter-tents have been pitched this p. m. I have seen three regiments in line in rear of redoubt where heavy gnn is. I think they were having dress parade, after which they moved by the flank to the right. One covered wagon followed the second regiment. They have been very busy at work on their fortifications on our left to-day, and have them nearly completed. A number of mounted men, I think a general staff and escort, moved to redoubt where heavy gun is, dismounted, and appeared to be inspecting the works and guns very closely. Later: They have just moved the heavy gun out of redoubt; they have 8 horses hitched to it, and I think are constructing a work so as to move the gun to our right. L. M. DE MOTTE, Signal officer. SPECIAL FiELD ORDERS, HDQRS. DEPT. OF THE CUMBERLAND, No. 272. Chattanooga, Tenn., October 12, 1863. * * * * * * * V. Brig. Gen. II. P. Van Cleve will proceed without delay to Mur- freesborough and assume command of the post; he will be accom- panied by his aides-de-camp. * * * * * * * By command of Major-General Rosecrans: H. M. 01ST, Lieutenant and Acting Assistant Adjutant-General. OCTOBER 12, 1863. Maj. Gen. W. S. ROSECRANS: GENERAL: I sent two reports to corps headquartersthe last one at 11.45 a. m. The enemy had killed 2 of our men and wounded 2, and killed about 100 mu4es before my men reached the ground at 7 p. m. last night. The night was too dark to select a position for artillcry; the infantry were posted to open on the enemy at daylight if any appeared. The fog was so dense in the morning that nothing could be seen; when it became clear enough to see it was discovered that no position could be obtained for artillery within effective range, for the reason that where they did the mischief the road passes through a cleared bottom within rifle range from the slope of the hill on the opposite side where the enemy have covering behind the trees and rocks. Onrinfantrykeptthe rebels from the bank of the river,and the artillery was posted on a ridge which commanded the opposite bank, but being smooth-bores (Napoleons) could not reach the slope. To dislodge them from the slope will require rifle guns if it can be done at all, and if you will permit me to withdraw a section from Came- rons Hill I will try to do it. My 250 sharpshooters are still protect.. ing the wood at that point Page 316 ~1E~ ICY., SW. VA., ~PI~NN., MISS., N. AtA., ANi~ N. ~A. LOHAP. XLII. I will send you a full report of the situation. I have not received the report yet which I ordered the officer commanding the expedi- tion to send, but am expecting it. The new road will be ready for use to-morrow. With esteem, your obedient servant, JAMES B. STEEDMAN, Brigadier- General. FORT WHITAKER, October 12, 1863. Major FULLERTON, Assistant Adjutant- General: During the last twenty-four hours nothing of immediate impor- tance has occurred along my lines. About 4 oclock yesterday even- ing a regiment of the enemy made its appearance in an open space immediately opposite a section of the Tenth Indiana Battery, which opened fire upon them, causing theni to seek shelter in the woods. Nothing further was seen of them. The firing between the hours of 11 and 12 oclock last night was occasioned by what was supposed to be a wagon train moving over Lookout Mountain. The rumbling noise was distinctly audible, and lights were seen as if they had been made to assist in the passage of some difficult portion of the road. Captain Aleshire, of the Eighteenth Ohio Battery, opened his Rod- man guns upon them, and the lights were extinguished and every- thing was perfectly quiet; finally, however, the lights, reappeared near the white house on the slope of Lookout Mountain, and was again fired upon, and again extinguished. At the time of writing this cannon firing is distinctly heard, apparently near where the enemy assaulted our forces on the river a day or two ago. I have sent to know. It must be their cannon. Nothing further trans- pired. I am, major, very respectfully, your obedient servant, W. C. WHITAKER, Brigadier-General, Commanding. HDQRS. SECOND BRIG., FIRST DIv., FOURTH ARMY CORPS, October 12, 1863. Major FULLERTON, Assistant Adjutant-General, Fourth Army Corps: The firing from Fort Whitaker began at the enemy attempting to repair and make anew a battery in easy range of this position. An officer with several workmen came, marked off, and began their work. Some four or six shots drove them off, several shells bursting imme- diately in the work. A good force and a battery made its appear- ance off on the left of the enemy. A few shells drove it away. The enemys left can be shelled very easily from this point. There is an indentation in our line, the first from the mouth of the creek. On this the enemy erected night before last a rifle-pit. In the woods to-day, also, new rifle-pits are discovered. Their works, taken on a line running straight from the mouth of the creek east, will be on a straight line with our advance line. This is an advance on their part of from 300 to 400 yards. Must I shell them? Respectfully, yours, ~. C. WHITAKER Brigadier-General, Commanding Page 317 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNIOX. 317 HEADQUARTERS U. S. FORCES, Battle Oreelc, Teun., October 12, 1863. Lieutenant-Colonel GODDARD, Assistant Adjutant-General, Dept. Headquarters: COLONEL: Working parties commenced on the road and bridge to-day. I rode up there this morning and made a personal examina- tion of both. A portion of the timber of the old bridge can be re- used in constructing the new one. If a company of the Pioneer Corps could be spared from Bridgeport it would forward the work greatly, as they have always at hand the necessary tools, tackle, & c. I have the promise of what plank is needed at Bridgeport. The general commanding may rest assured that the work is being pushed as rapidly as possible. Your telegram, care of General Howard, was received at 2 oclock this p. m. Orders have been issued to the Thirteenth Wisconsin and Twenty-eighth Kentucky to march to this place. The Third Ohio are with my brigade at Andersons Cross-Roads and will work this way. Trains are moving past this point regularly. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, JAMES D. MORGAN, Brigadier- General. CHATTANOOGA, October 12, 18639 p. m. Brig. Gen. J. D. MORGAN, Battle Creek: Dispatch received. Very satisfactory. Order section of Edgar- tons battery to Battle Creek. Where is Third Ohio? Hunt is up, and reports a telegraph office will be opened at Jasper as soon as practicable. By order of General Rosecrans: J. J. REYNOLDS, Brigadier- General and Chief of Staff. HEADQUARTERS U. S. FORCES, Andersons Cross-Roads, October 12, 1863. Brig. Gen. J. A. GARFIELD, Chief of Staff: GENERAL: I learn unofficially that the enemy are obstructing the passage of return trains to Bridgeport at the foot of the mount- ain, near Chattanooga. I believe if a road could be found passing up the mountain from Chattanooga, tapping this road within a few miles of this point, thatlcanpass all trains down the mountain that reach here,and am sure of being able to promise that the road shall be free for down trains after 2 p. m. each day. I know nothing of the road beyond where my personal observa- tion has gone, and only make this statement for information as to what may be done on the mountain side here, provided that necessity and opportunity occur for its use by return wagons. What the facilities ~re for getting here of course I do not know, but I ~ Page 318 318 KY., SW.VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA~ [CHAP. XLTL quite Confident that, unless bad weather intervene, with the present aniount of travel and improving Condition of road and energetic action, I can work up to the mountain top each days accumulation of trains from Bridgeport by 2 p. m. Returning wagons must, however, come into this road this side of the gulch, 5 miles from here, as the gulch cannot at present be passed both ways. I make these statements distrustful of the propriety of turning return trains into this road, but quite confident as to what can be done as now situated on the mountain side itself. The report may be unfounded, but I thought it well to communi- cate with you on hearing of the trouble. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, JOHN TILLSON, Colonel, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS U. S. FORCES, Andersons Cross-Roads, October 12, 1863. Brig. Gen. J. A. GARFIELD, Chief of Staff: GENERAL: Your order for Twenty-first Kentucky to move to sum- mit of mountain is complied with. The road is good from the brow on this side about 5 miles to the gulch, thence for 8 or 9 miles to the descent on Chattanooga side is good, needing some light work on each stretch. The gulch is the worst point, and is very rough. I have already ordered the Twenty-first Kentucky there, and under your order of last evening directed Colonel Price to send part of his force still farther toward Chattanooga to act with two companies which he has posted at the foot of the mountain. I hope this covers your wish. If not, please inform Colonel Price or myself. The ioad up the hill I am improving by widening and rebuilding road- bed. 1 have sent for tools to Bridgeport, as ordered, but may not get them before to-morrow night, if then. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, JOHN TILLSON, Colonel Tenth Illinois Infantry, Commanding Forces. HEADQUARTERS U. S. FORCES, Andersons Cross-Roads, Tenn., October 12, 1863. ASSISTANT ADJUTANT-GENERAL, Ildqrs. Dept. of the Cmmberland, Chattanooga, Tenn.: SIR: I have the honor to report that the road up the mountain is in good order and being fast improved. I have relays of fatigue men at each bend to lift wagons. Am using all my tools in repairing road-bed. I allow no trains to enter after 5 p. in., as they cannot get through after that time before dark, and have no proper camp- ing-place on the summit; teams are also exhausted at that hour by their days travel. The quartermasters and wagoners, almost without exception, dis- charge their duties admirably, and the train guards are as, generally, remiss and neglectful. Train-guard officers are heedless, and thei Page 319 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 319 men follow suit, straggle and depredate. To a train of Turchins brigade I could see but two guards with the wagons, the others probably asleep inside. Steedmans train of yesterday was per- fectly guarded and moved. Very respectfully, JOHN TJLLSON, Colonel, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Col. JOHN TILLSON, Chattanooga, October 12, 1863. Andersons Cross-Roads: Your report of to-day has been received. The general command- ing is greatly pleased with the efficient manner in which you have performed the duties assigned you. Many complaints of neglect on the part of train guards have been received. Measures are being taken for their more efficient organization. The general desires you to report any neglect on their part that may come under your ob- servation. Gross outrages have been committed by our men on the inhabitants of the country through which our trains pass. The general commanding directs you to arrest and send under guard to these headquarters any men caught marauding, sending the charges in each case and the name of the officer in command of the force to which they belong. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, C. GODDARD, Lieutenant- Colonel and Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Col. D. MCCOOK, Chattanooga, Tenn., October 12, 1863. Mouth of the Chickamauga: I wish to send a party back toward Moccasin Gap to build some small fires, and some smoke, so concealed as to make an appearance of a strong re-enforcement concealed, and keep up this camp till further orders. You understand the object. I confide in your in- telligence to execute the order successfully. It must be near roads and water. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS SECOND BRIGADE, North Chickamauga, October 12, 18632 a. m. General GARFIELD, Chief of Staff: I sent a trusty officer down as low as the head of the island above town. I can hear of no movement. After dark the pi.ckets here heard some men hallooing on the other side, as if driving cattle. I heard the cars about 11 oclock. Two deserters came in to Colone Page 320 320 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. Harmon last night. They say there is nothing going on, or was nothing when they left, about 4 p. m. in the afternoon. One of them says that the pickets above the mouth of South Chickamauga are all cavalry, and that the cars only run to Chickaniauga Station; dont cross the creek at all. Will report again in the morning. I am, very respectfully, your obedient servant DAINL. McCOOK, Colonel, Commanding Brigade. HEADQUARTERS SECOND BRIGADE, SECOND DIvISIoN, North Chickamanga, Teun., October 12, 1863. General GARFIELD, Chief of Staff: The rebel lieutenant whom I hoped to see was up the river about Harrison, visiting his posts. We did not see him, but saw 2 privates. They say that the rebel cavalry, except a very small force left to watch the river, has gone upon a reconnaissance, the direction of which or object we could not discover. It left Saturday morning. A little below this point there seems to be, some distance back from the river, a great handling of boards and a thumping noise, made like a calker makes working on boats. Old boatmen say it sounds exactly like a number of calkers at work. This morning there was musketry firing back of Mission Ridge. About the same time there was a great commotion above this point anong the enemys wagons. They were moving about apparently upon a fast trot. Take them altogether they, in the language of Mr. Tolliver, are a mighty puz- zien sort of people any way. I am, very respectfully, your obedient servant, DANL. McCOOK, Colonel, Commanding Brigade. HDQRS. SECOND BRIG., SECOND DIv., RESERVE CORPS, North Chichamauga, October 12, 1863-6 p. m. General GARFIELD, Chief of Staff: That noise of the calkers still continues. Also we hear what seems to be a saw-mill running. The cars have made more fuss to-day than any day yet. There has been more movement of wagons. We have heard three different bands and more drums than usual. There certainly is some unusual commotion among them. I am, very respectfully, your obedient servant, DANL. MCCOOK, Colonel, Commanding Brigade. NASHVILLE, October 12, 186311.30 a. m. Brigadier-General GARFIELD: Have just received a communication from General Morgan stating that he has ordered the Eighteenth Michigan to move to Stevenson forthwith, by authority of orders~ from you~ to concentrate on his Page 321 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 321 division at Andersons Cross-Roads. It is utterly impossible to spare the Eighteenth, or any regiment at this post, withont being relieved by the same number of men. Gnards are on duty every other day, and not unfrequently on forty-eight honrs without being relieved; no men to take their places. Colonel Innes informs me that he will have to call on me for additional gnards; do not know how I can furnish them and keep up any show of line of pickets around this post; pickets are now drawn iii to the foot of the hills nnder Ports Negley and Morton. Will send you by mail a statement of the amount of work done. IR. S. GRANGER, Brigadier- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 12, 1863. Brigadier-General GRANGER, Nashville: The Eighteenth Michigan will not be removed from you. General Morgan has no authority to order it away. J. A. GARFIELD, Brigadier-General and Chief of Staff. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 12, 1863. Lient. Col. W. M. WARD: I herewith send you a package containing the articles found on the bodyof Brigadier-General Lytle; also a certificate as to the identity of the body received to-day by flag of truce. Please return a re- ceipt for the same to be placed on file in my office. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, C. GODDARD, Lieutenant- Colonel and Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 12, 1863. Major-General HOOKER, Stevenson: The general commanding desires to know whether the rebel pickets are near Bridgeport on the south side of the river. If they are he thinks you had better take measures to drive them back and hold the mountain passes near by. Colonel Watkins has not reported to- day. He must not be allowed to neglect the standing order for all posts to report daily. The general commanding suggests that the ~va1ry might send scouting parties across the river. J. A. GARFIELD, Brigadier-General and Chief of Staff, ~1 R RYOL XXX, PT I Page 322 32 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 12, 1863. Major-General HOOKER, Stevenson: Can yon have ready a colnmn of one division to move np to Shell- monnd and pnsh an advance brigade to Whitesides, to start by day- light in the morning? They can take ten days rations in haver- sack and knapsack. Answer. Any news from the cavalry? W. S. ROSECRANS, ~1Eajor- General. STEVENSON, ALA., October 12, 1863. (Received 2 a. in., 14th.) To the PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES :* Permit me to make a suggestion with reference to my command. After yonr conversation with Meade I make it with great delicacy. It is that General Slocum may be tendered a command in Missouri or somewhere else. GeneraiRosecrans has not acted on yonr letter, and from the position of his troops I do not see how he can do it at present. I suggest this as the choice of evils. If telegraphed to from Washington I have no doubt but that he will jump at an op- portunity to accept. Unless he gives more satisfaction in the dis- charge of his duties, he will soon find himself in deeper water than he has been wading in. I shall act very deliberately with him. I will incnr reproach if I allow the public interest to suffer by his contnmacy. He now ap- pears to be swayed entirely by passion in the exercise of his office. I hear that his grievances are hostility to myself, association with the Eleventh Corps, and disrespect shown his rank in detailing him for this service. It seems that he aspired to the command of the Army of the Potomac, and that mortal offense was given in not naming him first. Of these yon probably know more than myself. I should rejoice to have the Twelfth Corps put in Butterfields hands. JOSEPH HOOKER, Major- General. STEVENSON, October 12, 18637.45 p. m. Major-General ROSECRANS: I can do it, bnt only with infantry. I should prefer to have a battery to accompany the column, but as the horses have but just arrived, I doubt if they will be in readiness that early. Not a sylla ble from the cavalry to-day. JOSEPH HOOKER Major- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 12, 1863. Major-General HOOKER, Stevenson: I will delay the order till your batteries are ready. Hasten their preparation and report when ready. The object i to get possession of the line of the river up to this place. * See Slocum to President Lincoln, Series I, Vol. XflI~, Part I,, p. t56 Page 323 Ca& p. XLII] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.TJNIOK. 323 Report progress in collecting forage and compel prompt reports of trains, & c., by depot quartermasters and commissaries, as ordered. Give daily summaries of all reports and news. W. S. ROSECRANS, 3Iiajor- Generat. HEADQUARThL~S DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 12, 1863. Major-General HOOKER, Stevenson: Use every endeavor to induce the country people along the Mem- phis and Charleston and Chattanooga and Nashville roads to bring corn. Pay liberal prices and cash down. Push Edwards to hasten on the steam-boat. The preparation of that is of primary impor.. tance, both for your movements and mine. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS U. S. FORCES, Battle Greek, Tenn., October 12, 1863. General BUTTERFIELD, Chief of Staff: The following is a copy of dispatch just received: CHATTANOOGA, October 11, 1863, Brig. Gen. J. D. MORGAN, Care Major-General Howard: Collect the men of Third Ohio and Eightieth Illinois Infantry, also any other regiments or detachments not belonging to General Hookers command; unite ..them to your command, and proceed with the xvhole without delay to Battle Creek. Repair the road from Battle Creek to Jasper, and thence in the direction of Chatta- nooga; detail fatigue parties and employ citizens if you can to advantage, and pro- vide material for a bridge over the Sequatchie River to replace the one burned. Report your arrival and forces at Battle Creek and continue to do so daily. J. A. GARFIELD, Brigadier-General and Chief of Staff. In compliance with the foregoing order, I have issued orders to Colonel Lyon, commanding post at Stevenson, Ala., to move to this point with his command, consisting of Thirteenth Wisconsin and Twenty-eighth Kentucky Infantry (mounted), as soon as relieved from duty at Stevenson. I would respectfully request that Colonel Lyon be relieved as soon as possible as my force at this point is too small to push the work as rapidly as desired. I am, general, with high esteem, your obedient servant, JAMES D. MORGAN, Brigadier-General. STEVENSON, October 12, 1863. Major-General SLOCUM: The commanding general directs me to say that he had no knowl- edge of how you would post your troops, but presumed you would post your reserves in the vicinity of Wartrace, as a central positio Page 324 324 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLIL solely. He has no disposition to fix your headquarters, beyond the desire that you should be near the center of your line for ready com- munication. You are at liberty to select any central point that may seem more suitable to. yourself. The general has not received the report of your disposition of your troops. Do you understand that you assume command of all troops on your line? Colonel Gal- braiths cavalry is at Shelbyville. Get, through him, any informa- tion of the whereabouts of enemys cavalry and our pursuing forces and send in. DANL. BUTTERFIELD, Major- General and Chief of Staff. SPECIAL ORDERS, hEADQUARTERS OF THE ARMY, No. 457. ~ ADJUTANT-GENERALS OFFICE, Washington, October 12, 1863. * * * * * * * II. Brigadier-General Hector Tyndale, U. S. Volunteers, will pro- Ceed without delay to join his command, now at Nashville, Teun. * * * * * * * By command of Major-General Halleck: E. D. TOWNSEND, Assistant Adjutant- General. BRIDGEPORT, October 12, 1863, Brigadier-General GARFIELD, Chief of Staff: Your dispatch of yesterday just received. The One hundred and first Illinois is armed, but with unserviceable muskets of the Bel- gium and Austrian pattern, caliber .69 and . 72. The regiment 376 aggregate. One hundred and sixty-eighth New York,going out of service, has 181 Enfield and 87 Springfield rifled muskets, both caliber .58. 0. 0. HOWARD, Major- General. STEVENSON, Oetooer 12, 1863. Major-General HOWARD: General Morgan, with his command, is 10 miles from you, at Battle Creek. He is to remain there for the present. JOSEPH HOOKER, ]lfajor- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 12, 1863. Major-General HOWARD, Bridgeport: The general commanding cannot at present assign the One hun- dred and first Illinois to your command. That regiment will be sent to Nashville as train guard, and there exchange its arms for better ones and return to Bridgeport. ~. A. GARFIELD, Brigadier-GeneraJ and Chief of Staff Page 325 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPOND1~NCF, ETC.1JNIO~. 32ii HEADQUARTERS ELEVENTH CORPS, October 12, 1863. GENERAL: I just saw a young woman on the cars whom General Bragg permitted to pass through the lines. I didnt learn her name. Her house is about 10 miles nearer Atlanta than the battle-field of Chickamauga. She says the inhabitants are in a starving condition in her vicinity; that Bragg has great difficulty to get forage for his animals; that her brother-in-law was told he could soon pass to the North. Her impression at least seemed fixed that General Bragg Would fall back soon to Atlanta. She was apparently very friendly to the Union. General Longstreet was there a week ago; his men were foraging in her neighborhood. I give you the above for what it is worth. Respectfully, ~. ~. HOWARD, ]IIajor- General. P. S.She met no force; but a single courier. Crossed the Look- out range, and came in at Bridgeport. [Indorsement.] STEVENSON, October 12, 1863. Respectfully forwarded for the information of the major-general commanding. JOSEPH HOOKER, llfajor- General. MUNFORDYILLE, October 12, 1863. Captain SEMPLE, Louisville: Small parties of guerrillas reported in border counties. As soon as practicable send mustering officer to Lebanon, Glasgow, and Scottsville, to muster in new regiments. E. H. HOBSON. MUNFORDVILLE, October 12, 1863. Capt. A. C. SEMPLE, Assistant Adjatant-Generai, Louisville: Colonel Spaulding arrived at Glasgow yesterday eve with 200 men. Small parties of rebels reported in Monroe County. E. H. HOBSON, Brigadier-General. MUNFORDVILLE, October 12, 1863, Colonel MCMANOMY, New Haven: Small guerrilla force reported crossing river 15 miles above this place, going north. Am sending detachment in pursuit. E. H. HOBSON, Brigadier-General Page 326 326 XY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., ANP N. GA. [CHAP. XL1I. MUNFORDYILLE, October 12, 1863. Capt. M. T. HALL, Glasgow: Remain where you are until further orders. E. H. HOBSON, Brigadier- General. MUNFORDVILLE, October 12, 1863. Lieutenant FARMER, Elizabethiown: Small guerrilla force reported crossing Green River, 15 miles above this place, going north. I am sending detachment from this point in pursuit. Captain Hare will be relieved to-day and will do scouting~ duty exclusively. Send small force in direction of Hod- gensville. E. H. HOBSON, Brigadier-General. HEADQUARTERS NINTH ARMY CORPS, October 12, 1863. General FERRERO, Commanding First Division: GENERAL: The general commanding directs that you send your strongest brigade to Greeneville, and the two remaining brigades to Hendersons Station to take the cars. Sigfrieds brigade will also march to Greeneville. All your trains and ambulances and artillery will, take the road to Knoxville. Everything will move at the same hour, at 6 a. m. to-morrow. These headquarters guards, Seventy- first Indiana Mounted Infantry, will form tbe escort to the trains. I am, general, very respectfully, your obedient servant, NICOLAS BOWEN. Assistant A~jutant-General. KNOXVILLE, October 12, 1863. Lieutenant-Colonel RICHMOND: Enemy crossed Hiwassee at Charleston on Saturday; occupied Athens same night. Force said to be eight regiments. I directed Colonel Wolford if the enemy was as strong as reported and at- tempted to get in his rear to fall back to Philadelphia or Loudon. He fell back to Philadelphia yesterday. He telegraphed that 25 rebels entered Sweet Water to-night, and that two brigades were advancing on that place by the Cotton Port road. I have no infor- mation of any force having attempted to cross the Tennessee. Byrd has picketed the fords, and reports river too high to pass without boats. Citizens report small band of rebels crossed French Broad River yesterday above Dandridge, going in direction of Strawberry Plains. Sent cavalry scout to look after them this morning. It has not returned. M. P. MANSON, Brigadier- General Page 327 CHAP. XLII.1 CORRESPONDENCE. ETC.UNION. LOUDON, October 12, 1863. Maj. WILLIAM CUTTING, Aide-de-6famp: A body of the enemy mounted appeared in front of Colonel Wol- ford and on his right flank yesterday, he being then at Sweet Water. The strength of it is unknown. Said by some reports to be large; by others small. I dont think Colonel Wolford is satisfied as to their strength. He reports enemy at Athens or this side of there last evening; thinks they went in the direction between Kingston and Cotton Port. No enemy on the left flank. I think it a reconnoitering party only, and in moderate if not small force. A field officer of Colonel Byrds brigade reached here to-day; reports all quiet at Post Oak and Kingston. The telegraph to Kings- ton is not completed. What is the news from above? J. WHITE, Brigadier- General. HEADQUARTERS SEVENTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Vicksbv~rg, October 13, 1863. Maj. Gen. JOHN A. LOGAN, Commanding Third Division: GENERAL: You will move your command to-morrow morning at 6.30 a. m. to Messingers Ford via Tiffentown. Staff officers will be on the ground when the command arrives to designate the place for bivouacking. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, JAS. B. McPHERSON, Major-General. SPECIAL ORDERS, HDQRS. THIRD DIV., 17TH ARMY CQRPS, No. 162. ~ Vicksburg, ]Iliiss., October 13, 1863. * * * * * * * II. The troops of this command will move to-morrow morning at 6 oclock precisely. The following will be the order of march: First Brigade, Brigadier-General Leggett commanding: One regiment of infantry (advance guard), one regiment of infantry, battery First Missouri Light Artillery, and three regiments of infantry. Second Brigade, Brigadier-General Force commanding: Two reg- irnents of infantry, battery Eighth Michigan Light Artillery, and two regiments of infantry. Third Brigade, Brigadier-General Maltby commanding: Two reg- iments of infantry, Battery D, First Illinois Light Artillery, and two regiments of infantry. Ammunition train, division train, and one regiment of infantry, rear guard. The train of division headquarters will follow in the rear of First Brigade. The ambulances and headquarters trains of brigades wil Page 328 828 KY., SW. VA., TENN., M1F~., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. follow in the rear of the brigades to which they belong. One am- munition-wagon will follow in the rear of each regiment. The troops will be supplied with three days rations in haversacks. The trains will be under charge of Lient. C. C. Williams. By order of Major-General Logan: SAMUEL CALDWELL, Acting Assistant Adjutant-General. HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Memphis, Tenn., October 13, 1863. Major-General SHERMAN, Corinth, Miss.: I forward you copy of letter* from Major-General Grant of the 8th. Much of this has already proved true. There is no doubt but that a force has been pushed forward as far as Okolona some time since, as I informed you, and that the country is comparatively clear in rear of Yicksburg. Chalmers was attacked at Ingrahams Mill below Byhalia by Hatch, about 2.30 yesterday. Phillips brigade should have got up by 5 p. in., and Sweeny, if he marched to the cannon, could have been there this morufug. Cannonading has been heard in that direction to-day about 10 a. m. Results are not known, but there is scarce any excuse if they are not cut up. Our prisoners were run to Oxford, and are said to be 108. I shall push out all forage and supplies practicable to Corinth, and keep the road up to its full capacity. No news from above. Your obedient servant, S. A. IIURLBUT, Major- General. HEADQUALRTERS DISTRICT OF MEMPHIS, October 13, 1863. [Major-General HURLBUT:] GENERAL: I send you the message of General Chalmers, brought to the lines under flag of truce. I directed Colonel Moore to receive the message and dismiss the party. One object in sending the flag of truce was no doubt to ascertain whether any forces were being sent from here toward Byhalia. Very respectfully, JAMES C. VEATCH, Brigadier-General. (Inclosure.] HEADQUARTERS CAVALRY IN NORTH MISSISSIPPI, ATear Byhalia, ]Iiliiss., October 12, 1863. Officer Commanding U. S. Forces, Memphis: SIR: I am informed that Capt. A. W. Cushman, of Colonel Rich- ardsons regiment Partisan Rangers, who was captured by the U. S. forces some time since has been confined in prison, subjected * See p. t70 Page 329 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENcE, ETC.TJNION. to trial for a criminal offense, and treated in other respects in a man- ner not consistent with the usages of war. In the attack npon Collierville on yesterday I captnred, among other prisoners, a cap- tain and a lieutenant of the U. S. forces, whom I shall hold as hostages for Captain Cushman. They will be treated in the same manner, so far as may be possible, as he is treated, until I am noti- fied that he has been placed upon the footing of other jzrisoners of war and placed upon the list for exchange. When this is done I shall take pleasnre in forwarding these officers for exchange. I am, sir, very respectfully, your obedient servant, JAS. R. CHALMERS, Brigadier- General. [OCTOBER 13, 1863.For Shermans dispatch to Hurlbut, from Corinth, see p. 304.] CORINTH, October 13, 1863. General OSTERHAUS, mica: I am now here. Chalmers attacked me at Collierville, but I repulsed him. Corses division marched from Memphis same day and hearing the enemys cannon hurried, and the leading brigade reached me at dark, after the enemy were gone. I sent the whole division in pursuit, and I hear they had fighting last night and this morning at Mount Pleasant. General Sweeny with all of Hatchs cavalry is also out after Chalmers from La Grange, and the combined force ought to make short work of Chalmers, all of whose men are mounted. Push the railroad to Bear Creek and reconnoiter Eastport good. Report often. I will soon see you. W. T. SHERMAN, Major- General. POCAHONTAS, October 13, 1863. Maj. Gen. W. T. SHERMAN: GENERAL: I have here stopped with the train of the Fifteenth Army Corps, by order of Major-General Blair. I have no forage here, and there being, as I think, no danger to this post, I wish to proceed to Corinth. I await your order. E. SIBER, Golonel, Comdg. Third Brig., Second Div., 15th Army Corps. [CoRINTH,] October 13, 1863. General CARR, La Grange: The division I send out from Collierville is a splendid one; and I feel certain if it catches Chalmers, it will give him all he wants. By this time Sweeny and Hatch must be there too. Give me the ear- liest news possible. I want to assemble my special command as soon as I can here and at Inka, therefore I want all detachments collected at their division headquarters. W. T. SHERMAN, Major- General Page 330 KY., SW. VA., TEN., MISS., N. ALA., AM) N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. LA GRANGE, October 13, 1863. Major-General SHERMAN: Cars all went to Memphis yesterday. I ordered yonr men at Mos- cow to come here this morning. I believe Sweeny has some of Spooners men with him. The rest shall start to-morrow morning; will relieve brigade at Pocahontas. Have heard nothing from Corse or Hatch since you left here. E. A. CARR, Brigadier-General. LA GRANGE, October 13, 1863. Colonel MERSY: Relieve the brigade of Shermans command, and allow them to move on to Corinth. We must do the best we can with our own forces. E. A. CARR, Brigadier- General. HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Memphis, Tenn., October 13, 1863. Brigadier-General CARR, La Grange, Tenn.: General Sherman must have a battery. He can take Welkers or Richardsons as you and he agree. If he will be satisfied with Rich- ardsons I should prefer it. Arrange that with him. Forage is being pushed out as fast as practicable. The whole rolling-stock is taken up with forage and rations for Corinth. Sweeny ought to be up with Chalmers and Richardson last night near Byhalia, at Ingrahams Mill. S. A. HURLBUT, Major- General. LA GRANGE, October 13, 1863. General SHERMAN: Welkers battery is with Sweeny. General Hurlbut notified me that he was to give a good battery. I supposed he meant company and all, and had intended Ricbardsons for you, which is a good one, rather short of men, but they are all in the same fix. E. A. CARR, Brigadier- General. HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Memphis, Tenn., October 13, 1863. Brig. Gen. E. A. CARR, La Grange, Tenn.: Send word to Hatch and Sweeny to press Chalmers to the sharp- est extent; to destroy all bridges, mills, and corn-fields, from the Tal- lahatchie to Coldwater to take all the horses and mules south of the Tennessee line and driv~ in all stock that can be available. Let the copimand reassemble from pursuit near Quinn and Jacksons Mill and report from there. S. A. HURLBUT, Major- General Page 331 CHAP. XLfl.~ CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.TJNIom HEADQUARTERS SECOND DIVISION, In the Field, Hudsonville, October 13, 1863. Brig. Gen. E. A. CARR, La Grange: I have just received General Huributs dispatch directing me to press Chalmers to the sharpest extent; to destroy all bridges, mills, and corn-fields, from the Tallahatchie to Coldwater to take all horses and mules south of the Tennessee line and drix-e in all the stock that can be available, and to report from Quinn and Jack- sons Mill. I have just returned here from Holly Springs, where I learned that Chalmers had crossed the Coldwater Sunday night on his way south, and thought it useless to follow any farther with my infantry, as he must be on the south side of the Tallahatchie by this time. I have heard nothing from the cavalry since yesterday morning, and have not the slightest idea of where they are or what they are doing at present. I will leave here for the Tallahatchie in the morning, moving in the direction of Quinn and Jacksons Mill by the way of Holly Springs, from which place I will report. I have but three days rations, but I can get along on those for six days. Very respectfully, your obedient servant T. W. SWEENY, Brigadier- General. I have just ascertained that my command is short for rations, coffee; please send me 300 pounds. IN TIlE FIELD, One Mule North of Holly Springs, [October 13, 1863.] Brigadier-General SWEENY: I have captured 9 of the enemys pickets here, and learn from them that Chalmers force crossed Col dwater at Quinns Mill Sunday evening [11th] ; they were west of here and in vicinity of Pigeon Roost yesterday at 10 a. in., moving south. I shall stop here for orders from you, and send Kelly down the road to Lockharts Mill to scout it, as I presume you will not desire me to move there now. Yours, truly, E. W. RICE, Colonel, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS LEFT WING, SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, La Grange, Tenn., October 13, 1863. Col. H. BINMORE, Assistant Adjutant-General: General Sherman is drawing all his forces to Corinth. He ordered Corses division to go from Collierville to Mount Pleasant, but to continue their march to the eastward, and to fall into the road again at or east of this place. He telegraphs me that Major-General Hurl- but promised him the guns of Welkers batterysix Napoleons. I replied to him that they were with Sweeny and could not be got at at present. Major-General Hurlbnt notified me some time sinc Page 332 332 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MiSS., Th ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. that he would have to give Sherman a battery and a g6od one, and I had designed Richardsons for him, which is a good battery, and which I think could be transferred with greatest advantage to the service and to the two corps. Richard~ou wants to go. I have noti- fied General Sherman also of this. I presume that the attention of the major-general commanding is directed to the question of forage, but hope he will pardon me for repeating that it is a matter of almost vital importance to have plenty of food for our horses, hay as well as grain. Animals ex- posed to such hardships and such weather will last, even the best of them, but a few days without plenty of food, and there is but little within the usual limits of our expeditions. As there is but little of my force remaining at Corinth, and the place depends for its security upon the forces of Major-General Sherman, I propose to remain here until General Sweenys opera- tions culminate. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, E. A. CARR, Brigadier- General, Commanding. P. 5.I would be glad for the general to give me some positive order about the guns. E. A. C., Brigadier- General. LA GRANGE, October 13, 1863li p. m. (Received 14th.) General HURLBUT: General Sweenys dispatch which I telegraphed you about 6 oclock is all I have heard to-day. It left him about 12 m. E. A. CARR, Brigadier-General. CAMP DAvIES, October 13, 1863. Capt. C. H. DYER, Assi8tant Adjutant-General: One of my scouts reports 4,000 well-mounted men passed east or~ Thursday, by way of Fulton, from Okolona, to re-enforce Bragg. Part of them said they belonged to Dick Taylors command and part to Van Dorns old command. There are yet 4,000 men at Okolona. This accords with the statement of the refugee I sent you yesterday. I am informed also the rebels are re-enforcing Bragg in every pos- sible way, and are abandoning, for this purpose, all the country south of us. The first intention was to force a way into Tennessee past Rosecrans right flank. There is also a rebel force on the other side of the Tennessee River below Hamburg, the strength not known. It is reported the citizens of North Alabama have arisen in favor of the Union and whipped Colonel ~Forrest, killing, among others, one of his lieutenants. The Union people there are called the Lie-outs, and have a band of 900 organized and armed and ready to fight for us. This news comes from a man who traveled 300 miles u~ong them, an 4 I believe is reliable. P. E. BURKE, Colonel, Commanding Page 333 ChAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 333 WAR DEPARTMENT, Washington City, October 13, 186312.45 p. m. Col. THOMAS A. SCOTT, Louisville: It is important that you remain at Louisville for some time longer, and do not leave without first notifying me long enough beforehand to give you some further instructions. Please report daily the state of things as to transportation, & c. Everything must give way to military use of the road. Any requisitions you make shall be en- forced. EDWIN M. STANTON, Secretary of War. LOUISVILLE, October 13, 186310.30 p. m. (Received 1.45 a. in., 14th.) Hon. EDWIN M. STANTON, Secretary of War: Your message received and will be conformed to. I think I had better visit Nashville and see if matters cannot be improved. From there south the evidences that reach nie here indicate that matters are in a very unsatisfactory shape. THOS. A. SCOTT, Colonel and Aide-de-C~amp. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMEERLAND, Chattanooga, October 13, 1863. General BRAXTON BRAGG, Confederate Forces: GENERAL: Some of our medical officers within your lines have sent word that they are informed they will be retained by you and for- Warded to Richmond as prisoners of war. As that would be in viola- tion of the terms of the cartel and contrary to the constant practice toward your medical officers within the lines of this army, I sincerely trust it is not so. While, therefore, writing to you to ascertain if there be any foundation for the re ort, I beg to remind you that such a course would be a case of ecu iar and aggravated hardship, and this would deprive them of the medical attendance we had with much effort provided. I earnestly hope you will send us those med- ical officers now within your lines, whose services are much required with our wounded still remaining in your hands. Humanity de- mands their services with the wounded we received from you. I am, very respectfully, W. S. ROSECRANS, IJiajor- General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Col. WILLIAM HOFFMAN, Chattanooga, October 13, 1863. Commissary- General of Prisoners, Washington, D. C.: Snrg. L. J. Dixon, First Wisconsin Volunteers, was taken prisoner by the ep~n~y during thc r~nt battle. In a letter addressed to th Page 334 334 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [cHAP. XLII. chaplain of this regiment, and sent to our lines by flag of truce, he says the rebels say that under the present arrangement he is a pris- oner of war. The letter was written from Riuggold on the Chatta- nooga and Dalton Railroad on his way to Richmond. I am not ad- vised of any change in the cartel and continue to regard surgeons and chaplains of the Confederate Army, who fall into my hands, as non-combatants and entitled to unconditional release as provided by existing orders. Please advise me if any change has taken place in the policy of the Government in regard to these officers, that I may be governed accordingly. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, W. S. ROSECRANS, llfajor-General, Commanding. LOUISvILLE, October 13, 18631.36 p. m. Major-General ROSECRANS, Chattanooga: Your message received. We receive here about one hundred cars per day to forward animals and equipment of the Eleventh and Twelfth Corps, and the cattle, rations, and forage as ordered for your army. There is an abundance of equipment on the line between this and Bridgeport to supply one hundred and forty cars per day if they are handled promptly. The cars should be run through from Louisville to Bridgeport without transshipment or delay at Nashville that contain supplies shipped from Louisville for your army. There is a large number of horses and cattle ordered to this point which will go forward rapidly if the cars are returned. Should Colonel Innes be deficient in motive power I can borrow some engines from the Louisville road until those on the way for the Government arrive and are ready for service. THOS. A. SCOTT, Colonel and Aide-de-Camp. NASHVILLE, October 13, 1863. Brigadier-General GARFIELD Chief of Staff: GENERAL: Col. T. A. Scott sends me the following message this a. in.: I have a message from General Meigs, Quartermaster-General, showing the neces- sity of forwarding wagons, mules, & c., of eastern corps immediately. In order to do it promptly I must have fiats. Please send all you can spare to Louisville and Nashville depot to-day, so that they can be brought to Louisville to-night. THOS. A. SCOTT, Colonel and Aide-de-Camp. I have arranged with Colonel Simmons to send all my stock- cars to Bowling Green for cattle, which I understand you are much in need of now. I can load forage just as well in flats as box-cars. If I send the stock-cars to Bowling Green and my flats to Louisville I will run short. It does seem to me there ought to be some under- standing about this transportation, and I onght to act under orders only from cc~mmanding general. Ii receive telegrams every day t Page 335 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNIoN. 335 send cars to the rear. Cant the Louisville road do this kind of freighting without calling upon us for cars? It is hard to keep up both ends of this thing. Please see General Meigs, and decide upon what action you desire me to take. I will, of course, cheerfully obey any instructions I may receive, but I should like them to come from department headquarters. Hodges says I must not do any- thing to interfere with movements of forage. Respectfully, WM. P. INNES, Colonel and lllilitary Superintendent. STEVENSON, October 13, 1863. Lieutenant-Colonel HODGEs, Chief Quartermaster, Nashville: General Hooker desires the transportation, artillery, baggage, and articles belonging to the Eleventh and Twelfth Corps, sent forward to the exclusion of everything else not ordered by the general com- manding this department. This is necessary that these troops may be ready to take the field. DANL. BUTTERFIELD, Major- General, Chief of Staff. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, OFFICE OF CHIEF ENGINEER, Major-General REYNOLDS, Chattanooga, October 13, 1863. Chief of Staff: GENERAL: I have the honor to state that owing to General W. F. Smiths absence he wished me to report that the mountain road to the top of the mountain is now completed. Very respectfully, CAMPBELL TUCKER, First Lieutenant and Aide-de-G~amp. FORT WooD, October 13, 1863. Capt. W. LEONARD: CAPTAIN: On account of tI~e fog and rain it has been impossible for me to note the changes of appearance of the enemy. On the right of the Bald Knob east of southeast corner of open field ad joining railroad in front of Fort Wood, and nearer our lines than it has yet been, is the smoke of a camp. Several shots resembling artillery have been heard during the day. They sounded as if fired on east side of Mission Ridge. Con siderable cheering in the camps on our left this evening. Respectfully, L. M. DE MOTTE, Lieutenant and Acting Signal Officer Page 336 336 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 13, 1863. Major-General THOMAS: The general commanding directs that until the trains of the Four- teenth and Fourth Corps can be re-organized so as to subsist the corps as heretofore, provisions will be drawn from the post commissary on consolidated requisitions of division commanders, approved by corps commanders and forwarded to these headquarters. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, C. GODDARD, Lieutenant- Colonel and Assistant Adjutant-General. (Copy to Maj. Gen. G. Granger.) CIRCULAR.] HDQRS. DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 13, 1863. The general commanding desires to return his thanks to the officers and men of this command for their assiduity and energy in finish- ing our exterior defensive works to completion. He finds it necessary to ask a continuation of that energy, assi- duity, and labor, to complete the interior defenses with all possible dispatch; the highest interests are at stake on thel r speedy comple- tion. Let every nerve be strained and every energy taxed to effect the object. The general commanding confidently appeals to the commands on fatigue duty to expedite these essential labors. By command of Major-General Rosecrans: C. GODDARD, Lieutenant-Colonel and Assistant Adjutant-General. GENERAL ORDERS, HEADQUARTERS CHIEF OF ARTILLERY, No. 1. 5 DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, Tertn., October 13, 1863.. In accordance with IDepartmerit General Orders, No. 231, the undersigned assumes direction of tile artillery of the Army of the Cumberland. The following-named officers are announced as tile staff: Maj. John Mendenhall, Fourth U. S. Artillery, assistant chief of artillery. Capt. Louis J. Lambert, assistant adjutant-general. Capt. George S. Roper, commissary of subsistence, commissary of subsistence and quartermaster. First Lieut. Ira V. Germain and Second Lieut. Thomas V. Webb, aides-de-camp. Official reports, returns, & c., will be made direct to this office by division chiefs of artillery. J. N. BRANNAN. Chief of ArtiUer~ Page 337 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 337 HDQRS. THIRD BRIG., FIRST DIV., 14TH ARMY CORPS, Chattanooga, October 13, 1863. [Capt. T. C. WILLIAMS, Acty. Asst. Adjt. Gem.:] SIR: During the absence of Brigadier-General Starkweather, and Colonel Hambright being unwell and unable to attend to the duties as commanding officer of this brigade, I hereby assume command of the Third Brigade, First Division, Fourteenth Army Corps. Respectfully, yours, & c., WILLIAM SIRWELL, Colonel Seventy-eighth Pennsylvania Volunteers. HDQRS. EIGHTEENTH KENTUCKY VOLUNTEER INFANTRY, Camp near Williams Island, October 13, 1863. Brig. Gen. J. A. GARFIELD, Chief of Staff: GENERAL: I have the honor to report the Haley trace road cleared of dead animals and broken wagons. The enemy in considerable force yet occupy the opposite bank of the river. The force under command of Major Shane, Ninety-eighth Ohio Volunteer Infantry, failed to dislodge them, the artillery (Napoleon guns) having proved ineffective, nor do I think guns of longer range could be used with much advantage. Work upon the road is suspended, as for nearly 4 miles the men are exposed to the fire of sharpshooters. Trains passed over the new route up the mountain yesterday. I ani, very respectfully, HUBBARD K. MILWARD Lieutenant- Colonel, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS NINETY-SECOND ILLINOIS VOLUNTEERS, Harrisons Landing, Tenn., October 13, 186310 a. m. Col. C. GODDARD, Assistant Adjutant- General, Dept. of the Cumberland: COLONEL: I have the honor to report all quiet this a. m. At Pennys Ford the enemy have 1,900Wood with 1,000, and Pegram with 900. Some of the citizens on the opposite side raised a black flag, which, the refugees on this side say, means that some one has been killed by the rebels, and that there is great danger. I am, colonel, very obediently, SMITH D. ATKINS, Colonel Ninety-second Illinois Volunteers. HARRISONS LANDING, October 13, 186311 a. m. Col. C. GODDARD, Assistant Adjutant..General, Dept. of the Cumberland: COLONEL: My pickets along the river report hearing the cars run- ning opposite here last night and this morning. Considerable activity was evident, but the road is so distant the trains could not be counted and it was difficult to tell which way they were running, but supposed to be up the river. I am, colonel, SMITH D. ATKINS, Colonel Ninety-second Illinois Volunteers. 22 R RVOL XXX, PT I Page 338 338 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLIL HEAIIQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 13, 1863. Major-General SHERIDAN: The general directs me to say that General McCook reported to him that a prisoner taken in the recent battle of Chickamauga had upon bis person a copy of his parole as a Yicksburg prisoner; and also an order returning hun todnty on the gronnd stated in the order that the Vicksburg parole was illegal and not binding. General McCook was reqnested to make an official statement of it, bnt in the hurry of leaving he probably forgot to do so. The general commanding desires that you investigate the matter and make an official report of it to these headquarters. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, FRANK S. BOND, Major and Aide-dc- Camp. HEADQUARTERS FOURTH ARMY CORPS, Chattanooga, Teun., October 13, 1863. Maj. Gen. P. H. SHERIDAN, Commanding Second Division, Fourth Army Corps: GENERAL: Owing to the rain-storm the general commanding directs that the movements indicated by instrnctions sent to you last night, so far as they have not been made at present, be delayed until further orders, provided no part of the lines are left exposed thereby. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, J. S. FULLERTON, Major and Assistant Adjutant- General. (Copy to General Wood.) HDQRS. FIRST BRIG., FIRST Div., 14TH ARMY CORPS, Chattanooga, October 13, 1863. Major-General SHERIDAN: GENERAL: Private J. S. Sanders, Company E, Third Arkansas, deserted and came to our lines this morning. His regiment has been stationed at the foot of Lookout Mountain and has been all over the mountain side. He says the enemy have one hundred and fifteen guns on the mountain side; no heavy guns. They have a number of siege guns on Missionary Ridge. General Andersons division of Ewells corps arrived from Vir- ginia Saturday night, and the enemy were looking for another divis~ ion last night. Davis and General Lee reviewed the troops where Sanders was stationed Sunday. Sanders had often seen Lee in Virginia and saw him here. I have the honor to be, very respectfully, your obedient servant, P. SIDNEY POST Colonel, Commanding Brigade on Outpost Duty Page 339 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 339 HEADQUARTERS, Capt. GEORGE LEE, Chattanooga, Tenn., October 13, 1863. Asst. Adjt. Gen., Second Division, Fourth Army Corps: CAPTAIN: This morning at daylight, according to orders, my com- mand struck camp, and are yet standing in the rain waiting to be relieved. General Hazen sent a staff officer to say he was ready to relieve my troops, but soon after sent word that he had received orders not to move until after the rain. Must my troops stand in the rain all day for the reason they obeyed orders and others did notthat is, to move at daylight? I await the generals instructions. I am, sir, very respectfully, your obedient servant, G. D. WAGNER, Brigadier- General, C~ommanding. ANDERSONS CROSS-ROADS, October 13, 18636 a. m. Lient. Col. C. GODDARD Assistant Adjutant- General, Dept. of the Cumberland: COLONEL: Your communication of 6 p. m. yesterday, directing arrest, & c., of depredators, received. General Morgan has ordered Colonel Smith, of Sixteenth Illinois, to assume command of forces here. Presuming that this movement supersedes the authority I received from department headquarters, I shall pass to Colonel Smith all communications and information in my hands unless or- dered otherwise. Tools from Stevenson, sent for in obedience to your orders of 10th, I expect to-day. Twenty-first Kentucky reports four companies on side of mountain next Chattanooga; remainder I mile beyond gulch, 7 miles from here. Courier-line is established to connect with Colonel Palmer, 12 miles north of this, at Robersons. Valley is well picketed. Have alter- nation of rifle-pit and brush-fence across my entire front, reaching from the river to the woods near the eastern mountain. River is not passable from my left front picket for 2 miles, giving perfect defense against cavalry. But few wagons to pass up this morning. Constant rain last night, still falling, makes road quite slippery. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, JOHN TILLSON, C~olonel Tenth Illinois Infantry. [indorsement.] The Sixteenth Illinois had gone to Andersons Cross-Roads on the first order sent General Morgan to move there with his command. Colonel Smith ranks Tillson, which accounts for Morgans order. C.G. HEADQUARTERS U. S. FORCES, Andersons Cross-Roads, Teun., October 13, 1863. Lient Col. C. GODDARD, Assistant Adjutant-General, Dept. of the Cumberland: COLONEL: I have the honor to report that I reached this point, with the Sixteenth Illinois Volunteers and Beebes Tenth Wisconsi Page 340 340 KY., SW. YA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. Battery, on the evening of October 11, and on the day following assumed command of the U. S. forces here, in compliance with orders from Brig. Gen. J. D. Morgan. I found the arrangements for defense and properly repairing the road over the mountain well devised and executed by Col. John Tillson, Tenth Illinois Volunteers, my predecessor. I will endeavor to complete the work thus begun as speedily as possible. The heavy rain of the last twenty-four hours has greatly damaged the roads, and will necessitate the detail of a large fatigue force to repair them. I will also endeavor to procure some rope, which will facilitate the assistance of trains over the mountain. I have no doubt with the force here I will be able to advance the trains as fast as they arrive. No rebels have been seen, nor can I hear of any, in this vicinity. I am, Colonel, very respectfully, your obedient servant, R. F. SMITH, Colonel, Commanding. HDQRS. SECOND BRIG., SECOND Div., 14TH ARMY CORPS, North Chicicamauga, October 13, 1863. Brigadier-General GARFIELD, Chief of Staff: According to orders received from General IRosecrans, I sent Col- onel Dilworth with three companies to Moccasin Gap, where they arrived about 2 a. m. last night. They built the fires around the church in the gap, which they will keep until further orders. In- closed you will please find a map * of this section as far out as Wal- dens Ridge. It is made upon the last piece of tracing paper that I have. Cant the Engineer Department furnish me with draughtiug paper? Ill map up all this country. The maps furnished by the department are wrong in almost every particular. I am, very respectfully, your obedient servant DANL. MoCOOK, Colonel, Commanding Brigade. NASHVILLE, October 13, 18635.40 p. m. Brigadier-General GARFIELD, Chief of Staff: Brigadier-General Morgan has ordered the Thirteenth Wisconsin and Twenty-eighth Kentucky, First Brigade, my division, to move to Battle Creek. He claims to do this by order from you. Major- General Hooker telegraphs to know if this is right. R. S. GRANGER, Brigadier- General, Commanding Post. STEVENSON, October 13, 1863. General GRANGER, Nashville: Anything by telegraph or otherwise from the direction of Colnm~ bia concerning the whereabouts of the raiders or our cavalry pur suing? DANL. BUTTERFIELD, ]Jifc~jor- General, Chief of Staff. * Not found Page 341 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 341 HEADQUARTERS CAVALRY FORCES, Ran/cms Ferry, October 13, 1863. Maj. W. H. SINCLAIR, Assistant Adjutant- General, Cavalry Command: MAJOR: I have the honor to report all still quiet here; captured one man in rebel uniform yesterday, attempting to cross to the other side of the river. A rebel mail was taken at the residence of a citi- zen; was opened and read, and burned in the presence of a patrol. It contained no information worthy to report. Orders have been given to him that everything captured be brought hereafter to these headquarters. A boat was taken yesterday at the foot of Oats Island, where the mail was crossed. I have ordered a dismounted patrol from Eylers Ford to the foot of Oats Island under cover. I have also established a picket under cover at the foot of Oats Island. Another mail is expected from the other side this week, and I have taken measures to endeavor to capture it. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, B. P. WELLS, Captain Second Michigan LYavalry, Commanding. HDQRS. THIRD BRIGADE, FIRST CAVALRY DIvISION, Capertons Ferry, Ala., October 13, 1863. Maj. FRANK S. BOND, Aide-de- Cramp, Hdqrs. Department of the C~umberland: MAJOR: No enemy has been seen down the river as far as Larkins- ville, except their pickets and patrols across the river. It is reported that the rebels are conscripting in Huntsville. Inclosed I send you a report~ of the medical director of the brigade pertaining to the condition of this command. I would respectfully state that quite a number of reports have been forwarded through the proper channels, with a hope that the command could be some- what bettered by it, but as yet nothing has been done, and I take this liberty to call your attention to the fact. I have the honor to be, major, very respectfully, your obedient servant, LOUIS D. WATKINS, Colonel, Commanding Brigade. HEADQUARTERS CHIEF OF CAVALRY, New Market, October 13, 18639.30 a. m. General CROOK, Commanding Second Division Cavalry: GENERAL: Roddey came down here from toward Salem yesterday p. in.; he met our advance near here, and turned back immediately; came to New Market and turned to the left as you come this way, and has gone in the direction of Sulphur Springs and Athens. The general commanding directs that you immediately turn out all broken-down horses and send them with the dismounted men to Decherd. With the remainder of your command strike by the most direct route to Athens, and you will strike them. We have reports * Not found Page 342 342 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. LOHAP. XLII. that they design trying to cross at Browns Ferry. From citizens we learn they consider themselves in a tight fix, and they say that unless they get re-enforcements they are gone up; therefore make forced marches and you will strike them. I am throwing out my poor horses, and will pursue them closely. Use all possible dispatch in getting off and travel fast, and we shall capture them. The general thinks you will be able to strike them and we can use them up. I am, your obedient servant, WM. H. SINCLAIR, Assistant Adjutant-General. HEADQUARTERS CHIEF OF CAVALRY, DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Twenty .Miiles from Athens, October 13, 18633 p. m. [General CROOK:] GENERAL: The gernral commanding directs me to say that he has concluded to discontinue the pursuit of Roddey, as he thinks he has the start of us so much that it would not be possible to overtake him to-night, and he would probably get across the Tennessee during the night, and to follow him farther would be uselessly wearing out our horses, which are already very badly worn down. You will there- fore countermarch your column, and move by the most direct and best route to Winchester. I remain, very respectfully, your obedient servant, WM. H. SINCLAIR. STEVENSON, October 13, 186310 a. m. Lieutenant-Colonel GODDARD, Assistant Adjutant-General, Chattanooga: Dispatch of October 12 received. I know of no rebel pickets established nearer than those already reported on the south side of the Tennessee River. Please see report of refugee reported by Gen- eral Howard yesterday. The last of last week Major-General Howard sent some small foraging parties down the river about 5 miles on the south side to some corn-fields, and it is not unlikely the enemy may have dispatched a small force to stop it. This I will ascertain as soon as I am provided with the means to prosecute the foraging. If there is any picket there it will be knocked out of the way. JOSEPH HOOKER Major- General, Commanding. STEVENSON, October 13, 186310 a. m. Lieutenant-Colonel GODDARD: Your dispatch of yesterday indicates that Colonel Watkins is of my command. Is this so? Yesterday I required a squadron of cavalry to go as an escort for the wagons of the Eleventh Corps, expected at Decherd Thursday next, when Colonel Watkins reporte Page 343 CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNJON. cHAP. XLII.] 343 that he could not spare them, all of his available force being em- ployed under the orders of Major-General Rosecrans and his divis- ion commander. JOSEPH HOOKER, Major- General, Commanding. STEVENSON, October 13, 186310 a. m. Lieut. Col. C. GODDARD: The withdrawal of all the forces on the line of communication and vicinity deprives me of the greater part of my transportation for hauling in forage. Almost all the wagons go with those troops, those for my corps not having arrived. I learn that the wagons and ambulances for the Eleventh Corps left yesterday, and will, I sup- pose, be five or six days in reaching their destination, as they come loaded. I cannot hear that those for the Twelfth Corps have yet left Nashville. JOSEPH HOOKER, Major- General, Commanding. STEVENSON, October 13, 18637.50 p. in. Lient. Col. C. GODDARD: Captain Edwards promises to complete boat middle of next week. General Howard has given him calkers, and will furnish every assistance. JOSEPH HOOKER, Major- General, Commanding. Colonel GODDARD, STEvENSON, October 13, 18638 p. m. Assistant Adjutant- General. Arrival of wagop trains and on hand to-day, 473; departures, 124, loaded with subsistence. Eighty of these belonged to General Pal- mer s supply train, the balance to Third Division, Fourteenth Army Corps. Three hundred and forty-nine wagons remain at this post. No railroad arrivals to report. The train due at 5.45 not in; ex- pected at 10 p. m. Freight-train behind. Nothing from outposts nor from the raiders. Heavy rain last night and at intervals to-day; raining now. Horses of Eleventh and Twelfth Corps not yet ar- rived, JOSEPH HOOKER, Major- General. STEVENSON, October 13, 1863. Major-General SLOCUM: lYartrace: Make arrangements to secure and gather at once all corn and for- age adjacent to your posts and commands; offer liberal price in cash and get citizens to bring it in. DANL. BUTTERFIELD, Major- General and Chief of Staff Page 344 344 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. STEVENSON, October 13, 1863 Major-General SLOCUM, War/race: Have you any reports from the raiders, their whereabouts, or from our cavalry in pursuit of them? Send to Colonel Galbraith at Shelbyville to bring you intelligence. DANL. BUTTERFIELD, Major- General and Chief of Staff. GENERAL ORDERS, HDQRS. TWELFTH CORPS, No. 26. ~ Miurfreesborough, Tenn., October 13, 1863. Pursuant to orders received from Major-General Hooker, com- manding defenses of the Nashville and Chattanooga Railroad, the undersigned hereby assumes command of all the troops on the line of the above road, between Murfreesborough and Tantalon. This order will be published at every post in this command. H. W. SLOCUM, Major- General of Volunteers, Corn manding. DEcHERD, October 13, 1863. Lieutenant-Colonel RODGERS, Assistant Adjutant- General: Nothing has occurred along my lines. A citizen reports 500 rebel cavalry going toward Union yesterday from south. I have sent out scouts. A. S. WILLIAMS, Brigadier- General. HDQRS. FIRST DIVISION, TWELFTH ARMY CORPS, Decherd, Tenn., October 13, 1863. Lieut. Col. H. C. RODGERS, Assistant Adjutant-General, Twelfth Army Corps: COLONEL: I have the honor to acknowledge receipt of your dis- patch of 12th instant at 11 oclock this morning. Which I immediately answered by telegraph as follows: I have Twentieth Connecticut at Cowan and Third Maryland at tunnel, 2 miles beyond. Colonel Ross commanding at Cowan and vicinity. Tantalon is held by Eleventh Corps, ordered by General Hooker. Ruger has One hundred and seventh New York, Second Massachusetts, and Third Wisconsin at Elk River and interme- diate points. Colonel Hawley is senior officer. General Ruger has with him the other three regiments of his brigade at Tullahoma. General Knipe has his fOur other regiments here and vicinity. Woodburys battery is here. Bests has not reported to me. I shall probably send two guns to Cowan. Do you require daily reports of strength or occurrences and changes only? I reported disposition of troops on the 10th. We have no transportation and are out of rations and forage. Some forage could be got if we had teams. I send this communication by first train as the telegraph could not be depended upon. I hope to be able to-day to forward to you the reports of the brigade commanders with full particulars. I ordered them (see copy of Special Orders, No. 104, sent you by Cap- tain Beman) on the 11th. I am, colonel, your obedient servant, A. S. WILLIAMS, Brigadier-General, Commanding Diviston Page 345 CHAP. XLIII CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 345 P. S.There are at Cowan nearly 1,200 convalescents of the Army of the Cumberland. Most of them, I am informed, fit for duty; but 150 armed. I shall order Colonel Ross to make a special report in the case. These men should be sent to their regiments. They are of no use at Cowan, and I imagine are suffering for discipline and drill. A. S. WILLIAMS, Brigadier- General. HDQRS. THIRD BRIG., FIRST DIV., 12TH ARMY CORPS, Tullahoma, Tenn., October 13, 1863. Capt. S. E. PITTMAN, Assistant Adjntant-General, First Division: SIR: Pursuant to orders, I have the honor to make the following report of the disposition, strength, & c., of forces on the line of the railroad from Decherd to Tullahoma, including the latter point: command. Elk River. 3d Wisconsin Volunteers 2d Massachusetts Volunteers 107th New York (eight companies) 102d Ohio Volunteers 1st United States (colored) 33d Indiana (detachment) 2d Kentucky Battery Engineer troops (detachment) Estill Spri gs. 107th New York Volunteers (two companies)... Trestle-work 3 miles south of Tullahoma. 150th New York Volunteers (three companies). Tullahoma. 2:7th Indiana Volunteers 13th New Jersey Volunteers 150th New York Volunteers (seven companies). 33d Indiana Volunteers (five companies) 9th Ohio Battery (two sections) Strength. commanding officer. 312 colonel Hawley 290 270 280 800 60 82 155 colonel cogswell colonel crane Major Elliott Colonel Thompson.... Captain Seaton Captain Hewett 320 331 280 286 84 Colonel Coigrove Colonel Carman Colonel Ketcham Lieutenant-C 010 n e 1 Henderson. Capt. H. B. York Remarks. Col. W. Hawley, command in g forces at Elk River. Two 12-pounder Napoleons; two 3-inch rifled. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, THOS. II. RUGER, Brigadier-General, U. S. Volunteers, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS U. S. FORCES, Minrfreesborough, Tenn., October 13, 1863. Lieut. Col. H. C. RODGERS, Assistant A~jntant-General, Twelfth Army Corps: COLONEL: I have the honor to reply to your note of 12th instant, received at 10 a. m. to-day. Colonel Cobham was ordered by telegraph at 10.15 this morning to detach two companies to Shelbyville. 67 120 Captain Wickes Page 346 346 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII, The following is a statement of the disposition of my command: Second Brigade, Col. G. A. Cobham, headquarters at Christiana. One hundred and eleventh Pennsylvania Volunteers, Lient. Col. T. M. Walker, at Christiana, on picket duty, and patrolling the rail- road from within 3 miles of Murfreesborough to Murrays Cut. One hundred and ninth Pennsylvania Volunteers, Capt. F. L. Gimber, at the Millersburg and Columbus Cross-Roads, on picket and patrolling railroad to connect with One hundred and eleventh Pennsylvania Volunteers. Twenty-ninth Pennsylvania Volunteers, Col. W. Rickards, at Fos- terville (two companies at Shelbyville), OIl picket, patrolling railroad to Bell Buckle, and connecting with One hundred and ninth Penn- sylvania Volunteers. Third Brigade, Brig. Gen. G. S. Greene, headquarters at Mur- freesborough. Seventy-eighth New York Volunteers, Lieut. Col. H. von Ham- merstein, on railroad bridge over west fork of Stones River, about 3 miles south of Murfreesborough. Sixtieth New York Volunteers, Col. A. Godard; One hundred and second New York Volunteers, Colonel Lane, and Nineteenth Michigan Volunteers, Col. H. C. Gilbert, stationed at Murirees- borough, near railroad depot. One hundred and forty-ninth New York Volunteers, Lieut. Col. C. B. Randall; Twenty-second Wisconsin Volunteers, Col. W. L. Utley, and detachments of convalescents, in Fortress Rosecrans, near Murfreesborough. Fortress Rosecrans, Maj. C. Houghtaling, First Illinois Light Artillery, commanding. Detachment of dismounted cavalry, I~ieut. Col. J. J. Seibert, on Court-House Square, Murfreesborough. Detachment of Fourth East Tennessee Cavalry, Lient. Col. J. M. Thornburgh; at Murfreesborough when not out on scouting duty. Detachment of infantry, First Brigade, Fourth Division, Four- teenth Army Corps, Lient. G. W. Boggess, near Fortress Rosecrans. First Brigade, Col. C. Candy, headquarters at Duck River. Seventh and Sixty-sixth Ohio Volunteers, at Wartrace. Twenty-eighth and One hundred and forty-seventh Pennsylvania Volunteers, at Duck River. Fifth and Twenty-ninth Ohio Volunteers, at Normandy trestle. I have telegraphed to Colonel Candy for a detailed statement of his posts and their commanding officers names, but have not received it. I will forward it as soon as it comes to hand. The One hundred and thirty-seventh New York Volunteers, Col. D. Ireland, of Third Brigade, is guarding wagons going to Tanta- ion. I am, colonel, very respectfully, your obedient servant, JNO. W. GEARY, Brigadier-General, U. S. Volunteers, Commanding. HEADQUARTER~ DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, COMMANDING OFFICER, Chattanooga, October 13, 18632 a. m. ]1Iiurfreesborough: The general commanding directs you, immediately ~n the receipt of this dispatchno matter at what time of night it reaches yon- Page 347 CHAP. XLII.1 CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNJOX. 34~7 to order Captain Rziha, chief engineer at Murfreesborough, to send the tools to the depot without any delay, as he was ordered several days ago. When the tools are loaded on the car you will inform Colonel Jnnes of the fact by telegraph, and then put Captain Rziha in arrest till he has answered for his neglect of duty. J. A. GARFIELD, Brigadier- General and Chief of Staff. MURFREESBOROUGH, October 13, 1863. Brigadier-General GARFIELD, Chief of Staff: The tools are being loaded rapidly. I am offering every facility to have them sent without delay. When sent will telegraph. Col- onel Innes will carry out the remaining portion of your instructions. Can I be of any further assistance? JNO. W. GEARY, Brigadier-General, Commanding Post. STEVENSON, October 13, 186310 a. m. Major-General HOWARD: Soon after your departure last night I was asked if I could send a division over the river early this morning. I replied that I was fearful that no battery would be in readiness to accompany it so early. Have all the horses of your batteries reached you, or have the horses for the general and field officers, and if not, are they on the way? I suppose they are on the way. JOSEPH HOOKER, Major- General, Commanding. STEVENSON, October 13, 1863. Major-General HOWARD: How does Edwards get on building the steamer? General Rose- crans desires that he be hurried up; its preparation is of great im- portance; see if you can facilitate it in any way. JOSEPH HOOKER, Major- General, Commanding. STEVENSON, October 13, 1863~5 p. m. Major-General HOWARD: The commanding general of the department desires that you send a small party to-morrow to ascertain whether or not the enemy have any pickets in your vicinity on the south side of the river. JOSEPH HOOKER, Major-General, Commanding Page 348 348 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII, BRIDGEPORT, October 13, 18639.15 p. m. Brigadier-General GARFIELD, Chief of Staff: GENERAL: Your order relative to the One hundred and first Illi- nois Volunteers has been received. Colonel Fox of that regiment is now in command of this post and is a valuable officer. The regiment numbers only 380 men present, with a lieutenant-colonel and major for duty. Will the commanding general not allow Col- onel Fox to remain in command of this post instead of going to Nashville with the regiment, which from the dispatch I infer will soon return? 0. 0. HOWARD, Major- General. BRIDGEPORT, ALA., October 13, 1863. Maj. Gen. 0. 0. HOWARD, Commanding Eleventh Gorps, Army of the Gumberland: GENERAL: In compliance with your instructions I have examined the traveled road to Battle Creek and over unfavorable ground. About 1 mile from Bridgeport commences thick and very heavy tim- ber extending a mile across a swampy bottom intersected by a branch or bayou about 40 feet wide and 6 feet deep, with 2 feet of water at presentbottom of tough clay. I succeeded in placing the abutments of a new bridge yesterday, and the bridge will be completed on the first fair working day. The new road is also opened out through the worst part of the swamp and ready for the corduroy. The timber being heavy white oak and elm is difficult to work into a corduroy; it will be necessary to slab some of the larger trees and use the slabs as planks. The unfavor- able character of the tiniber and the scantiness of means of trans- portation will necessarily make it a longer job than under more favorable circumstances. By the signs on the trees of the swamp and also on the Battle Creek bottoms, I am certain they are both subject to overflows, the water rising above the bottoms as high as 4 or 5 feet. The mosses on the trees indicate the fact, and also that the overflows are frequent. An overflow of 1 foot would render the road extremely useless. The road as now traveled to Battle Creek passes alongside of a graded railroad track, which I examined on my return and found the grade complete and ready for the cross-ties for nearly the entire distance to Battle Creek, and I am told that the grade continues up to Jasper; that the timbers for a bridge are on the ground at Jas- per. There are also some timbers7 apparently for the bridge, across the bayou near Bridgeport. I am quite certain we could put down the ties ready for the iron much quicker than we can make a cordu- roy road. A communication by rail to Jasper, 12 miles, would save 24 miles travel of the trains, and would be certain and safe above the overflow. In case this graded road-bed be not used for a rail- road, it would be better to use it for a single track of the corduroy or slab road. In order to do this the high embankment across the bottom must be cut down and somewhat impaired to make it wide enough for the purpose. Respectfully submitted. WM. G. LE DUC, Lieutenant-Colonel and Chief Quartermaster Page 349 Ca& p. XLIL] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 349 [First indorsement.] HEADQUARTERS ELEVENTH CORPS, Respectfully forwarded. October 14, 186~1. I dont know how dependent the army at Chattanooga is upon the present line for supply, but I think the railroad might be extended so as to save wagon transportation for at least 6 miles with very little expense. I forward the quartermasters report for the gem. erals information. 0. 0. HOWARD, Miajor- General. [Second indorsement.] OCTOBER 14, 1863. Respectfully forwarded for the information and instructions thereon of the major-general commanding department. JOSEPH HOOKER, Major-General. [Third indorsement.] The road to be begun at once. W.S.R. LOUISVILLE, Ky., October 13, 1863. Hon. E. M. STANTON, (Received 3.40 a. in., 14th.) Secretary of War: There are over 4,000 troops without arms. The troops are unsafe in camp, and will be dispersed or captured by guerrilla bands. Troops are needed for defense. Cannot these troops be armed as soon as enlisted and enrolled? Will you order the ordnance officer here to furnish arms on requisition of the officers, approved by General Boyle? Will you have ordnance officer here supplied with proper arms, or will you give authority for State to purchase arms? By order of the Governor: S. G. SUDDARTH, Quartermaster- General. RHEATOWN, TENN., October 13, 1863. Maj. Gen. H. W. HALLECK, (Received 1.10 a. in., 14th.) General-in- G~hief: We now occupy the country ag~dn up to near Carters Station, and can in all likelihood hold it that far if no necessity exists to send forces to Rosecrans. We cannot hold this section of the coun- try if any considerable portion of our force goes to Rosecrans. The necessity therefore exists for the retention of our whole force, or for the evacuation of East Tennessee in order to join Rosecrans with our whole force. The movements of the troops up here at this time have already attracted a considerable portion of the enemys force at Athens. A. E. BURNSIDE, Major- General Page 350 350 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. GENERAL ORDERS, HDQRS. DEPARTMENT OF THE OHIO, No. 169. Cincinnati, Ohio, October 13, 1863. Surg. William S. King, U. S. Army, having reported to the major- general commanding, in obedience to the orders of the War Depart- ment, is announced as medical director of this department, to date from the 8th instant. He will be respected accordingly. Until further orders his headquarters will be Cincinnati, Ohio. By command of Major-General Buruside: N. H. McLEAN, Major and Assistant Adjutant-General. HEADQUARTERS SOUTHERN CENTRAL KENTUCKY, Mnnfordville, Ky., October 13, 1863. Capt. A. C. SEMPLE, Assistant Adjntant-General: When the guerrilla Captain Richardson passed through the county toward Lebanon railroad it was his intention to rob the bank at Greensburg; also destroy the papers of commissioner of internal revenue, whose headquarters are at that place. Captain Richard- son stopped near that place, but was prevented from carrying his plans into execution, having learned that a Federal force was at the place. Permit me to suggest the propriety of sending one company from Lebanon to Greensburg to protect the bank and internal-reve- nue office. It would also give timely notice of rebels passing between Glasgow and Columbia, one of their main routes. If you adopt my snggestions, please give me notice, as it will aid me materially in driving out guerrillas, and afford great protection to the country south of that place. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, HOBSON, Brigadier- General. PHILADELPHIA, October 13, 1863. General MANSON: The rebel scout that came into Sweet Water last night remained there only a few minutes, and then left, being bearer of dispatch to troops coming up from the direction of Cotton Port toward Sweet Water. The troops are thought to have camped about 10 miles from Sweet Water, close to Prigmores farm. .A soldier of the Eighth Michigan, who was left by Colonel Byrd between Athens and Calhoun, has made his way through them in citizens clothing, without being paroled. He thinks they have about the same number that they heretofore had, somewhere between 8,000 and 10,000. The soldier is quite an intelligent man, by the name of Clarke. He came through the woods, avoiding the rebels as much as possible. Did not see infantry or artillery, and got his information mostly from hearing the citizens at different places talk. Captain Scott has returned from Prigmores, bringing very little news. A small regiment that bad camped there left last night, fall- ing back toward Cotton Port. He followed as far as was prudent Page 351 dilAl. XLIL] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 351 considering the great number of cross-roads abounding through that country, without obtaining any reliable information. All of my scouts that ran into the enemy day before yesterday on the Cotton Port road have returned, except 8 privates and 1 lieut- enant. They are doubtless captured. WOLFORD, Colonel. SPECIAL ORDERS, IIDQRS. CAy. FORCES, 15TH ARMY CORPS, No. 21. ~ Big Black River, Miss., October 14, 1863. I. The order of march for to-morrow will be as follows: Fifth Illinois Cavalry, Fourth Iowa Cavalry, Tenth Missouri Cavalry, Fourth Illinois Cavalry, and Eleventh Illinois Cavalry. Command- ing officers of regiments will report in person to the colonel com- manding at Messinger~s Ford, at 5 oclock promptly. E. F. WINSLOW, Colonel, Commanding. SPECIAL ORDERS, HDQRS. THIRD DIV., 17TH ARMY CORPS, No. 163. Camp near ]ifessingers, October 14, 1863. I. The order of march to-morrow will be the same as the order to- day, except as to the trains, which will be distributed according to Special Field Orders, No. 1, of Major-General McPherson. II. After reveille to-morrow morning all use of music will cease in the division until further orders. By command of Major-General Logan: SAMUEL CALDWELL, Acting Assistant Adjutant-General. CORINTH, October 14, 1863. Major-General HURLBUT: I will send some cavalry to feel to my flank as I advance. Can you spare me a regiment, and which one? Welkers battery is off with Sweeny. I would like one from here; it can well be spared, as there is much artillery here. I hope Hatch will obliterate Chal- mers. I hear of nothing this side of Okolona. Lee has passed by Tuscumbia with 4,000 cavalry, but there is a report, which I dis- credit, that he was resisted on passing over the Tennessee. W. T. SHERMAN, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Brig. Gen. N. B. BUFORD, Memphis, Teun., October 14, 1863. C~omdg. Dist. of Northeast Arkansas, Helena, Ark.: GENERAL: Your favor of the 10th is received. It is impossible to send the contrabands at and near Helena north. The y must be employed and fed where they are. Had anything like ordii~ary car Page 352 352 KY., Sw. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLIL and foresight been exercised by the chaplains, who have pretended to look after them, they would have been comfortably prepared for win- ter out of their own labor. But this whole business has been thrown into the hands of men utterly incompetent by education and position to control these p eo- ple, and who in many instances have neglected their trust. Orders now require that these camps be in the hands of military officers who must reduce this black chaos into order, and the chaplains be con- fined to their legitimate duties. More time and money has been squandered than can ever be repaid or accounted for. Industry must be enforced for a time upon this people uii~til it becomes a habit You wilt cause a return to be made of all contrabands of both sexes within your command not actually taken up on military rolls, and report the same with the names of the military officers in charge as soon as practicable. Let the ages be set forth also, and the phys- ical ability. Your obedient servant, S. A. IIURLBUT, Major-General. HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Memphis, Tenn., October 14, 1863. Brig. Gen. A. J. SMITH, Commanding Sixth Division, Columbus, Ky.: GENERAL: It is reported that Bitile and Newsom from the north, combining all the scattered bands in West Tennessee, are to be joined by Richardson from the south at Poplar Corner, in Madison County, west of Jackson, on Friday next, to make an attack on Fort Pillow. They expect to have 3,000 men, and also expect a battery from Tenn- essee River. I think Richardson will not get there as he is now being hotly driven south by Hatch and his cavalry. I will send a force from here to look them up; meanwhile the garrison at Fort Pillow should be advised of the proposed movement. We have had several brushes with the enemy in heavy force along this line. He attacked Colhierville with over 3,000 and with artil- lery. We had but 500, but it so happened that Sherman was there with a battalion of Thirteenth Regulars, and after several hours he was repulsed. Our loss heavy20 killed, 60 wounded, and about 100 prisoners. Enemys loss about 95, so far as we can learn. We had no artillery. They fell back below Coldwater. Hatch engaged them yesterday. I have no news of the result as yet. Your obedient servant, S. A. HURLBUT, Major- General. IIDQRS. SECOND DIVISION, SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, In the Field, Hudsonville, October 14, 18637 a. m. Brig. Gen. E. A. CARR, Commanding La Grange: SIR: I send you a prisoner captured at Holly Springs. I think the coffee had better not be sent, as it is doubtful that it can over- take us. The men will probably suffer for rations some, but thin Page 353 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 353 can get along. I shall start immediately on my return to Holly Springs. I send the inclosed dispatch from Colonel Hatch this morning. Had he communicated with me before, II should have been able to checkmate the enemy, but I fear it is too late. I shall, however, make a forced march to the Tallahatchie. T. W. SWEENY, Brigadier-General. [Inclosure.] HEADQUARTERS CAVALRY DIVISION, in the Field, October 13, 18634 p. m. Brig. Gen. T. W. SWEENY: GENERAL: I met enemy en route from Collierville, 2 miles south of Byhalia, yesterday 2 p. in.; drove him 4 miles after three hours skirmish fighting; have followed him all this day, having skirmished their rear guard every step of the way. Am just opening a battle within three-fourths of a mile of the bridge,which here commands the Tallahatchie River. They have artillery and infantry, and their main force is still on this side. I am pressing them into the river. E. HATCH, Colonel, Commanding. HDQRS. SECOND DIVISION, SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, In the Field, Coxs Cross-Roads, October 14, 1863. Brig. Gen. E. A. CARR, Comdg. Left Wing, Sixteenth Army Corps: GENERAL: I left Hudsonville at 7.30 a. m. to-day, and by a forced march arrived at this place at 4p. in., a distance of 17 miles. I struck the head of Colonel Hatchs cavalry column, on its return at this place, the enemy having been driven across the Tallahatchie, and some distance beyond until it scattered. I shall return by way of Quinns Mill as directed by General Hurlbut, starting to-morrow morning. If possible, should like two days rations for 3,000 men, of sugar, coffee, and hard bread sent me at Quinns Mill, as I shall be there to-morrow night. If they could be sent f~oui Collierville, it would be much the nearer and better way. My command has but one days rations. The instructions in reference to bringing in horses and mules, and destroying bridges and corn-fields [were re- ceived.] Respectfully, T. W. SWEENY, Brigadier- General. HEADQUARTERS SECOND DIVISION, In the Field, Hudsonville, 3fiss., October 14, 1863. Col. E. HATCH c~ommanding Cavalry Division, In the Field: I just received your dispatch. Not having heard anything from you, and having heard that the enemy had succeeded in crossing at Quinns Mill, I had started to retrace my steps, moving back from Holly Springs to this place yesterday. I shall start immediately for 23 R RVOL XXX, PT I Page 354 354 KY., SW. VA., TENK., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. the Tallahatchie to join you, making forced marches. Could I have had a communication from you before, or known of your where- abonts, I would have been at the Tallahatchie in time to prevent their crossing and given them a thrashing. Canse the men to be very sparing of their rations. Inform me of the state of things in front, movements, & c. T. W. SWEENY, Brigadier- General, Commanding. SPECIAL ORDERS, HDQRS. 1ST BRIG., 2D Div., 16TH A. C., No. 119. In the Field, October 14, 1863. The troops of this command will subsist on half rations. The men must be economical with coffee. By order of Col. E. W. Rice, commanding: D. T. BOWLER, Acting Assistant Adjutant- General. WASHINGTON, October 14, 186312.50 p. m. Major-General SHERMAN, Memphis, Teun.: Yours of the 10th is received. The important matter to be at- tended to is that of supplies. When Eastport can be reached by boats the use of the railroad can be dispensed with; but until that time it must be guarded as far as used. The Kentucky road can barely supply General Rosecrans. All these matters must be left to your own judgment, as circumstances may arise. Should the enemy be so strong as to prevent your going to Athens or connecting with General Rosecrans, you will, nevertheless, have assisted him greatly by drawing away a part of the enemys forces. H. W. HALLECK General-in- dhief. MEMPHIS, October 14, 186311 a. m. Major-General SHERMAN: Arrived this morning. Will be off in a few hours. My orders are only to go to Cairo, and report from there by telegraph. Mc- Pherson will be in Canton to-day. He will remain there until Sun- day or Monday next, and reconnoiter as far e: stward as possible with cavalry in the mean time. U. S. GRANT, Major- General. HDQRS. DEPARTMENT OF THE TENNESSEE, Corinth, October 14, 1863. Major-General GRANT, ilfemphis: Railroad repaired to Bear Creek. Osterhaus at Inka. John E. Smith at Burnsville. All my troops in motion by land. It is rain- ing and roads heavy. I am collecting provisions and forage to tb Page 355 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNJON. 355 fullest capacity of the road, and will move on to Tuscumbia at the earliest possible moment. Stephen D. Lee at Tuscumbia with about 4,000 of the Mississippi cavalry. Accept the command of the great army of the center dont hesi- tate. By your presence at Nashville you will unite all discordant elements and impress the enemy in proportion. All success and honor to you. ~. T. SHERMAN, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS FIFTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Corinth, October 14, 1863. Brig. Gen. J. A. RAWLINS, Assistant Adjutant-General, Dept. of the Tennessee: SIR: I arrived here night before last, and find that the railroad has been repaired up to Inka and will be done to-morrow to Bear Creek. Osterhaus division is at Inka with an advance guard at Bear Creek and Eastport. He himself goes to Eastport to-day and will report the actual condition of the river and country. John E. Smiths division is at Glendale and Burnsville. Morgan L. Smiths division I expected to find here, having ar- ranged to that end. One brigade is here, but one brigade is this side of Pocahontas escorting the train of empty wagons I sent out to save railroad space. The other brigade of the division was halted at La Grange at the request of General Sweeny pending his expedition against the enemy reported near Salem. But inasmuch as General Carr has moved to La Grange with all his Corinth force, I have or- dered the brigade to come forward at once; but two of the regiments, the Fifty-fifth Illinois and One hundred and twenty-seventh Illinois, have gone off on the expedition with General Sweeny. It was not right to divert any of my forces, as they will be taxed to their ut- mostbythemarchingandlaborinreserveforus. I am in hopes that Genera Sweeny will have accomplished fully the object of his march in time to enable these regiments to overtake me at Inka. General Corses division is marching in a body and were at La Grange last night. They will be here, I estimate, the day after to-morrow, when I will move forward to Inka and prepare to march on Tuscum- bia. I hear that one regiment of the enemys cavalry, commanded by one Jess Forest, is at Cherokee, beyond Bear Creek, doubtless watching us. It is also reported from many quarters that a force of about 4,000 cavalry under General Stephen D. Lee marched from Okolona to Tuscumbia, and whilst crossing to the north side of the Tennessee were attacked by Union cavalry and driven back. I did not expect any of our people there at this time, and it may be Rose- crans has sent a force to Tuscumbia to find us and that it oppor- tunely prevented Lee crossing. I am impatient to get forward, but the capacity of the railroad is far less than I estimated and it works very slowly indeed. Rains, too, have set in, making it hard on our marching and on the trains. There is not a particle of forage in this country, and when I got to Corinth the quartermaster had none. We hear of small squads of guerrillas north and south, and as a mat- ter of course they will break this road. General Chalmers force that attacked me at Collierville was made up of these local bands. that had. ~ assembled fo~ tj& ~t. very purpose. Hatch sihoull b Page 356 356 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. now on their heels, and I hope he will not stop till he has run them far south. I rather suppose the infantry force from Enterprise and Meridian has gone by rail to Chattanooga, and that all the organized cavalry in Mississippi has marched to get into Tennessee to the west of Rosecrans, leaving the guerrillas and irregulars to watch our forces near Vicksburg and along this line. If it can be ascertained that Meridian and Enterprise are stripped, and Stephen D. Lees cavalry have mostly gone to Tennessee, it would have a magnificent effect if the division at Natchez and the division from Big Black, with all possible cavalry, should march light and with great rapidity, making a junction about Brookhaven or Bahala Station and then push straight for Enterprise. We know that Bragg is calling for re-enforcements, and that on the supposition that Vicksburg is left purely defensive they will not be expecting such a move. Could we break up good and effectual the railroad about Meridian, it would have a paralyzing effect on all Mississippi and Mobile. I am satisfied that Stephen D. Lee in person, with some 4,000 mounted men, has gone to Tuscumbia. I hear of Whitfields brig- ade being with him, but not a word of Cosby or Jackson. I rather think these are left at Canton, Vernon, & c., to watch Vicksburg. I dont hear of Logan up here either, and suppose he is back of and below Natchez. Chalmers force that attacked Collierville was evi- dently composed of militia. There was not a military man along, I know, from their mode of attack. The artillery was handled as bad as possible, not an enfilading shot thrown at the fort or train of cars. It was a big scramble for plunder and bunglingly managed throughout. If Hatch has the force represented to me, and the nec- essary boldness, he can drive them to the wall. I would like to have boats watch the Tennessee closely, and conic up to Eastport the moment the waters admit. Then, if the occasion calls f6r it, Hurlbut could spare a large part of his command and throw it forward to Eastport, where they could reach me, or act south toward Columbus, Miss., as the case may require. The rains have set in here, and if they extend to the sources of the Tennessee, that river should be available to us in all November. I repeat my conviction that no reasonable amount of force can expect to protect a railroad from Memphis to Tuscumbia. A ilozen men can break it any night. I am, & c., W. T. SHERMAN, Aliajor- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS FIFTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Corinth; Miss., October 14, 1863. Admiral D. D. PORTER, or COMMANDING OFFICER U. S. NAVY, Cairo: DEAR ADMIRAL: I suppose you know that I am moving my corps to the Tennessee and farther, according to circumstances. The rail- road out of Memphis is now in running order out to Bear Creek, and we may repair it to Tuscumbia, but as a source of supply it is too precarious to depend on Page 357 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.U~IO~. 357 As I came out on Sunday with my little battalion of regulars I happened at Collierville, 21 miles out from Memphis, just as Gen- eral Chalmers with about 2,500 rebel cavalry demanded its surrender. The place was held by Colonel Anthony and six companies of the Sixty-sixth Indiana. I got my men off the cars in time, and we beat off General Chalmers. This illustrates the danger to the road, and I only refer to it to show that I must look to a less precarious chan- nel of supply. The Tennessee River is now low, but it is raining at this moment and the season is far enough advanced for us to count on the Tennessee. I will be personally and officially obliged if you will allow one of your light-draught boats to watch that river and ascend it at the earliest possible moment to Eastport to communi- cate with me. The moment the stage of waters permit, I would pre- fer to draw my supplies that way, and I can have the means to haul out from there. I have no doubt the rebels have every man that is in the Southern Confederacy now armed against us, and the most desperate struggle of the war must be expected. A large proportion of their men are forced; still we know the vindictive feelings that animate their whole people and should not be blinded by any false theories. You have almost finished your job, and can and will, doubtless, with infi- nite pleasure help us who must live whilst we penetrate the very bowels of their land. * * * * * * * With great respect, W. T. SHERMAN, Major-General, Commanding. CORINTH, October 14, 1863. Colonel SPOONER, La Grange: Our railroad has not the capacity to carry more than the food and forage of the army; horses must. come by ]and. There cannot be 600 sick in your brigade. The real sick can come in the cars, but the dodgers must march, if not more than 10 miles per day; for the cars are overtaxed. Horses must come on their own legs. W. T. SHERMAN, Major-General. HEADQUARTERS FIFTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Corinth, October 14, 1863. Maj. J. M. WRIGHT, Assistant Adjutant-General, Louisville, Ky.: SIR: Yours of September 18 overtook me here. I have no time to re-examine my letter of the 2d of September, which was written with a desire to serve General Buell. I do say that any one who makes any publication whatever during the existence of the war will do General Buell greater wrong than his worst enemy could desire. No matter what the motive and purpose of a writer may be, the world makes its own construction of motive. No one can misconstrue your kind intent, but, having been a member of Gen- eral Buells staff, your publication of a history will be construed as his act, for all know that you could not do such a thing withou Page 358 358 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. consulting hirn therefore, independent of the contents of the vol- ume, whether confined to facts, witnessed by the narrator, or ex- plaining results, it will complicate the general, and therefore do him a disservice. If the war were over and the time come for history, I would gladly give yon any assistance in my power, bnt now that we are still daily grappling with a bitter enemy, I must re- peat that it does excite us painfully to see publications treating of past events as though they were critical. It was not and is not my purpose to rebuke you or any one not subject to my authority, or to discourage young officers who seek to improve their time and advance the cause of their profession and military literature, nor to cast disrespect on General Buell. But you asked me to assist in doing what I believe and know would injure General Buell more than you can realize. I know that General Buell is one of the coolest, most methodic, and patient men living. I feel assured in his letter-book and orders is the best history of his cam- paign; that every step taken was well considered, and record made of it. There is where the historian will look for his facts, and already an official body has elicited, in the form of evidence, every material fact of the events you propose to reduce to a historical treatise. I repeat my warning, if you persist in carrying out your plan you are bound to advise General B nell, and, if he assents, he will repent it forever. If, in warning you against so fatal a mistake, I impair my hitherto reputation for magnanimity, I dont see it. On the con- trary, were I to fail in warning you of the danger in which you are about to involve your friend, I would have just reason to reproach myself always. The conception is wrong, and no matter how delicate and truthful the execution, such a publication as you foreshadow will involve General Buell in a controversy injurious to his well- earned reputation. You know I am no newspaper favorite. I never see my name in print without a feeling of contamination, and I will undertake to forego half of my salary if the newspapers will ignore my name. I do repeat, now is the time for work, and I know that every soldier and officer should be employed night and day. The present affords ample scop~ for every hand, and I never think without regret of such men as Buell and McClellan, and other first-rate soldiers, being un- employed when there is so much to be done. I never said Buell was thus unemployed of his own choice, and, I believe, I express the feelings of his heart when I say he would rather have a division this day than be out. As to my expressing disrespect for him, he knows better. He knows I always esteemed him as one of the best, if not the best, practical soldier of our army. I disagree with you in tote in your conclusions, and if you write a history of the Army of the Ohio now, before the war is all over, mark my words for it, you will regret it forever. I am, & c., W. T. SHERMAN, Major- General. General OSTERHAUS, [CORINTH, October IA, 1863.] Inka: General Grant passed Memphis to-day for Cairo; telegraphs me that McPherson would be in Canton to-day and up to next Sunday Page 359 CHAP. XLII,] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNJON. 359 Hatch is on the heels of Chalmers, pushing him toward Panola. Road all clear and working well. I will begin to send stores to Juka. Corses division is at Saulsbury. As soon as he comes I will come on. Push the repairs up to Bear Creek. I will soon have another division with you, as soon as I hear from Sweeny. Have you any confirmation of the report that Lees cavalry was resisted in passing the Tennessee River at Tuscumbia? Do you hear anything of Union troops north of the Tennessee? W. T. SHERMAN, Major- General. General OSTERHAUS, CORINTH, October 14, 1863. lu/ca: General John E. Smiths division will move to Burnsville. I wish you to provide all the materials for a bridge at Bear Creek, and as soon as Corse comes up, say two days, I will come forward and we will push on. Are there any boats at Eastport? I have no cav- alry at all. W. T. SHERMAN, Major- General. HDQRS. FI.RST DIVISION, FIFTEENTH ARMY CORPS Maj. Gen. ~ T. SHERMAN, lu/ca, Miss., October 14, 1863. Corinth, Miss.: GENERAL: I have just returned from Eastport. It is not more than 8 miles there, and the road is very good. Eastport itself is utterly destroyed The river, which is now at a very low stage, is deep and at least 400 yards wide. There is no prospect whatever for a ford; no other th~in a pontoon or boat bridge will stand the current, which is very swift. The country between here and Eastport is in- tersected by many roads leading in every direction. I patrolled most of them and inquired about the movements of the enemy, but nobody was seen the last few days. At Eastport I could not find the vestige of a rebel. I fired across the river to attract attention, but everything remained quiet. I ordered my cavalry to follow the river down and return by way of Glendale. In my opinion there is no rebel force of any consequence this side of Tuscumbia, excepting, perhaps, sonie cavalry at the foot of Muscle Shoals. P. J. OSTERHAUS, Brigadier-General, Commanding. SAULSBURY, October 14, 1863. Major-General SHERMAN: In consequence of the rain I cannot make Corinth before day after to-morrow. Roads very slippery. Division all right. Spooner is with me with three of his regiments. The other two are with Sweeny. JOHN M. CORSE, Brigadier~ General, Chnnmanding Fourth Division Page 360 360 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. CIRCULAR.] HDQRS. FOURTH Div., 15TH ARMY CORPS, October 14, 1863. This command will move to-morrow morning, Spooners brigade taking the advance. Colonel Spooner will see that the road is cleared at 5.30 a. m. Colonel Cockerill will follow with his com- mand so as to have road clear behind him at 6.15 a. m. Colonel Hicks will take np the line of march 50 soon as he finds the road clear, followed by Colonel Loomis, who will close up the rear and fnrnish gnard for division train; also throw ont a strong rear guard. Brigade commanders will nse every exertion to prevent straggling and all irregularities incidental to a rapid march. The command will endeavor to make Tuscnmbia Creek in season to select good camping-ground. While it is desirable to keep the division as compact as possible, brigade commanders will exercise their discretion, making such halts and at snch times as is condncive to the interest and comfort of their men, being careful not to conflict with or encroach upon the rights of other brigades. By order of Brig. Gen. John M. Corse: E. B. HARLAN, Acting Assistant Adjutant General. WAR DEPARTMENT, Washington, D. C., October 114, 18632 a. m. Col. THOMAS A. SCOTT, Louisville: It is very desirable yon should visit Nashville quickly as possible. Elections in Ohio and Pennsylvania are believed to have gone strongly Union, bnt yon have no doubt received details. Lee has been moving up and Meade falling back toward Wash ington. EDWIN M. STANTON. HEADQUARTERS, Louisville, Ky., October 14, 18631 p.m. (Received 5.10 p. in.) Hon. E. M. STANTON, Secretary of War: Did not receive your message until 11 a. m.too late to start to- day. Will ship 700 animals, one hundred wagons, twenty ambu- lances, 200 tons of commissary stores to-day, and will load several trains during the night if the property arrives from Indianapolis. Visit Nashville to-morrow. Political news good. Hope Meade will punish Lee. THOS. A. SCOTT, Colonel and Aide-de-Camp. LOUISvILLE, October 14, 1863. General ROSECRANS: There are three millions of rations to be shipped to your army. Can your chief commissary arrange to have the rations consigned some officer at Bridgeport, so that we could ship directly throug Page 361 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 361 from Louisville to Bridgeport, thus avoiding the great transporta- tion delay at Nashville? For in the same time the cars could be un- loaded and started for Louisville we could get them to Bridgeport. With properly organized means to unload, the cars could be sent back without delay. THOS. A. SCOTT, Colonel and Aide-de-Camp. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Col. THOMAS A. SCOTT, Chattanooga, October 14, 1863. Louisville: Please get us cars at Chicago and Saint Louis to bring cattle for the army. J. N. Kellogg, contractor, will notify as to the number required. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND General MEIGS, Chattanooga, October 14, 1863. Stevenson: Please see to Nashville depot before you leave for East. See Jnnes about perfect accord with Louisville and Nashville road as to through trains to Bridgeport. Tell me what you learn of Shermans troops. Soon as Twelfth Corps is down I want transportation of Eleventh sent. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. CHATTANOOGA, TENN., October 14, 18637.30 p. m. Maj. Gen. H. ~. HALLECK, (Received 8.50 ~ in., 15th.) General-in-Chief: No important changes on our front. Our cavalry operations not definitely reported. If Comstock will be well in six weeks, would like to have him for colonel of engineer regiment. Some whole regiments of volunteers wish to enlist as veterans in the engineer regiment. Will you please get the permission? It will be better, too, than to detail them on engifleer duty. Please answer. Time is precious. W. S. ROSECRAN5, Major- General. WALDENS RIDGE, October 14, 18633 p. m. Captain MERRILL: Has Bob White reached headquarters? JONES Page 362 362 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII CAMERONS HILL. October 14, 18634.20 p. in. Captain MERRILL: Heavy coinmil of smoke 5 miles northeast, and one 40 degrees north of east, 5 miles distant. HOWGATE. OCTOBER 14, 18635.30 p. in. HOWGATE: Which side of river is smoke? Is it new? MERRILL. OCTOBER 14, 18636 p. m. Captain MERRILL: Think it is on this side. It is new. HOWGATE. WALDENS RIDGE, October 14, 18636.45 p. m. Captain MERRILL: Am I to remain in this station? If so, I need a gnard. JONES, Captain. CAMERONS HILL, October 14, 1863-7 p. in. Lientenant FORAKER: Did you see any smoke east of yon before dark? If so, where was it? HOWGATE, Acting Signal Officer. HEADQUARTERS PIONEER BRIGADE, Chattanooga, October 14, 1863. Brig. Gen. W. F. SMITH, Chief Engineer: GENERAL: I have the honor to make the following report of this mornings work on intrenchment: Regiment. Bri- Divis No Re- Officer. gade. ion. - Corps. men. ported. 9th Ohio volunteer Infantry... 2 3 14 70 830a.m. Lieut. Theodore Racek. 87th Indiana .... 2 3 14 35 830a.m. Lieut.W.W. Agnew. 35th Ohio volunteer Infantry... 3 3 14 50 8.30 am. Lient. T. D. Mather. 105th Ohio volunteer Infantry... 2 3 14 56 9.15 a. m. Lient. 5. B Lockwood. The above details appeared on the site of the work and retnrned to their camps withont doing any duty. The engineer officers wer Page 363 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 363 instructed by me to conform to this principle, viz, that they were responsible for the work being assigned to the details and the tools furnished to execute it with; and that the officers who appeared in charge of the details sh6uld be held responsible for their diligence and discipline, failures in the enforcement of which should be re- ported by the engineer officers to me. I am, general, very respectfully, your obedient servant J. ST. C. MORTON; Brigadier-General, commanding Pioneer Brigade. [Inclosure.] Lieutenant Mather, Thirty-fifth Ohio, reported to Lieutenant Gil- lespie, who told him the working was left to commanders of details, and as weather was bad he went to quarters. Lieutenant Agnew, Eighty-seventh Indiana, reported to General Morton, who told him it was discretionary with him to work or not. He returned to quarters and reported to his colonel (Gleason), who ordered the men dismissed. Lieutenant Racek reported to an engineer officer; dont know his name. He assigned work; men refused. General Morton came up and I reported to him. Asked him what to do. He answered he didnt know; he was not responsible for discipline of men. The men all refused and I went to quarters. Engineer officers present: Lieutenant Gillespie, Lieutenant Mur- ray, Captain Babcock, and Lieutenant Chandler. General Morton passed on way to bridge. Lieutenant Lockwood, One hundred and fifth Ohio, was the last detail. An engineer officer, dont know his name, told him the three other details had gone to quarters, but that it rested with him to go or stay. He went. [Indorsement.] OFFICE OF CHIEF ENGINEER, October 14, 1863. Respectfully forwarded. Comment by me seems quite unnecessary. WM. F. SMITH, chief Engineer. HEADQUARTERS, chattanooga and Bridgeport courier-Line. Lient. M. J. KELLY, October 14, 1863. chief of couriers, Chattanooga, Tenn.: LIEUTENANT: I sent a sergeant this morning to see about the tele- graph; the wire is cut about 8 miles from Chattanooga. The ser- geant was shot at four times, but fortunately escaped unhurt. Dis- patches are coming through from Bridgeport, but I have not received Lieutenant Lawless report yet. Did you receive my report last night, and can you furnish the men I asked for? Respectfully, JOHN W. FORRESTER, captain, Fifth Kentucky cai. Vots., corndg. couriei~-Line Page 364 364 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. COLUMBIA, TENN., October 14, 1863. Maj. Gen. W. S. ROSECRANS: DEAR SIR: You perhaps remember me when I last saw you in Cincinnati. I reside 14 miles from the City. Since I saw you last I have been traveling in rebeldom some, and have made some dis- coveries worth your notice. I crossed the Tennessee River at Clifton, Wayne County, Tenn., and went from thence to Waynesborough, and from there to Law- renceburg. In passing between those places until I got to within 8 miles of the latter place I found two-thirds of the people for the Union, and no mistake, and willing to take up arms for the old flag, and many of them have already done so. When I got within 8 miles of Lawrenceburg, and all the way and in the place, I found all rebels. I staid with one Union man near there, who I found a good and true Union man, who gave me the following: That there was five cot- ton factories there; that they had near 2,000 bales of cotton on hand and concealed about, and that some of these factory owners had taken an oath to the U. S. Government last year, and ever since that time nearly have furnished G. W. Jones, rebel quartermaster at Huntsville, Ala., with thousands upon thousands of yards of cloth and hanks of thread to sew with, and received in payment therefor captured cotton from the U. S. Government, which was left at the tunnel between Pulaski and Huntsville on the railroad, and besides a large amount of the cotton was loaned by the rebel States to Jeff. Davis rebel Government, and the bags of cotton was branded, so abundant proof can be obtained to prove this by persons about the tunnel and negroes that wagoned the cotton to Lawrenceburg, and the mark on the bags of cotton, and there is some men at Huntsville that would substantiate all this, and all along the road from the tun- nel to this place enough testimony can be obtained to confiscate those factories and cotton, that would be enough to pay 50,000 soldiers for six months service. I found no Union sentiment, hardly, at Lawrenceburg; it was nearly deserted, and in a dilapidated condition. The most of the houses, the man told me, belonged to one L. M. Bently, who was a good and true Union man; was in the Nashville Union convention in 1862, in June. Bently was opposed to secession, but a while after the war broke out voted with the secesh; but the man told me he heard Bently say that he had rather lose all he had than the Union should be dissolved, but that he was afraid to say it publicly. I understand that Bently had to go inside your lines fo~ protection. There is a lawyer, C. B. Davis, there; was a secessionist, but now is for reconstruction. There is a man there who pretended to be a Union man and has taken the oath, named Birney Chafin, but is undoubtedly a Southern spy; he has always a number of bush- whackers with him in his house, and I am well satisfiedbeyond a doubtlie is the worst man and most dangerous spy the rebels have there. A detective in the shape of a Confederate soldier would reveal he is a rebel spy; his brother is a lieutenant in a bushwhack company. There is one Capt. L. M. Kirk that has a company there, and belongs to Colonel Biffles rebel regiment. Kirk has killed several Union men in cold blood, and is a terror to all Union sentiment. He, as well as Chafin, ought not to live one day. From what I could learn, one-half of that county is for the Union. I wen Page 365 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UN~ON. 365 from there to Mount Pleasant. At that place I found nearly all secesh, and much wealth around the place; fine lands, & c. From there I went to Hampshire; I found nearly all Union at that place; the land is rich and the people well informed. I staid with one Mr. Beard, near Hampshire. I found him a good and true Union man, but I did not tell him my true name. From there I went to Williamsport, on Duck River, and while there I made a dis- covery that is worth your notice; there were four wagons passed here loaded with cloth and spun thread, under the charge of a rebel soldier and officer named Hampton, but the goods all belonged to one W. J. Porter of the Crescent factory, who was sending these goods to Clarksville to smuggle them in and get family supplies and oil to run his factory, and salt, so one of the wagoners told me, and sure enough on the return of the wagons a friend told me that they had a bari~el lard-oil, a barrel salt, and sack coffee, and a quantity of goods. Is it not strange that the commander of the post at Clarks- ville would allow this for a rebel factory, upholding the rebels with cloth and means, as I have before stated? The wagoner stated they got the goods from a man named Parker in Clarksville; these wagons returned to Lawrence County. While there I learned some other things important; there is a rebel colonel named Dunc. Coo per, who has made up two companies bushwhackers, Capt. F. P. Scot and Captain Kelly, with about 80 men, so a man from Lawrence County told me, and he told me that Captain Scot and his lieuten- ants, W. Jobe Boswell and Mr. Flatt and one J. C. Chafin, were the worst men on earth in secretly killing Union men, robbing Union men, stealing horses; and he told me that only thirty days ago they got after a Union man named Bently at Centreville, tried to kill him, and stole twenty bales cotton from him. I understand the same men robbed au old Union man named J. N. Puckett, and he had to run away to Nashville to save his life. They robbed a man named George Evins, in Dickson County, by Bells Furnace, of 5 head horses and mules; they are a terror to the whole country, and those men ought not to be permitted to live and should be killed by all means. Union men nor Union sentiment cannot exist where they are allowed to stay, and strange to say they are to be prisoners and return here. There is a C apt. J. Nix, with 13 bushwhackers, near Centreville, on Duck River, and at Centreville I understand the men of property there indorse and uphold this bushwhacking and stealing crowd of bushwhackers, and feed them and keep them there. If you could see this old man Pnckett at Nashville, he could tell the names of thQse rebels that deserve punishment at Centreville. They have a great many fine mules and horses there in county, & c. I saw a man from Charlotte, in Dickson County. He told me that there was some bushwhackers at or near Weems Springs; that there was about 20 at Pine Wood Factory; that there was one Capt. Andrew Ray, with 30 men, at Mrs. Adams, on Yellow Creek, nearly always there stay- ing, and went back and forth to Kentucky to break open stores, and steal horses and mules, and that they had killed 8 Union men on Yel- low Creek in cold blood. Captain Ray had married a wife near Mrs. Adams, a Mrs. Harriet Nichols, and there was a Captain ThomV~ son, with 35 bushwhackers, below Andrew Browns, on Yellow Cree and that a few staid at the head of Yellow Creek, at Williamsville, and all these men are, or nearly so, rogues, bushwhackers, and com- mitting all manner of mischief, and will nol; allow any farmer t Page 366 366 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. LCHAP. XLII. speak out for Union; if so, this is a pretext to seize and steal all his propertya terror to the people, waylaying roads, & c. This Colonel Cooper is now staying, and is likely to stay, on Duck River, between Williamsport and Centreville, and from there to Harpeth, at the iron bridge, back and forth, stealing, killing, & c. By a well-managed affair all these rogues could be caught, these factories and cotton captured. I request specially and particularly that this letter of mine be strictly confidential, as I have obtained information from Union nien and friends, and if I was identified as giving information, or if these men who told me should be found out and identified, they could not live one week in rebeldom unprotected. Very respectfully, JOHN C. SMITH. P. S.I will write you again soon from Nashville. HDQRS. FIRST BRIG., SECOND Div., 14TH ARMY CORPS, Chattanooga, Teun., October 14, 1863. Major-General THOMAS: GENERAL: On the morning of the 9th instant my brigade, strength- ened by the Eleventh Michigan Volunteer Infantry, left the west bank of the Tennessee River in charge of forage train; proceeded up the Tennessee Valley to Poes Tavern, then crossed Waldens Ridge, and late that evening encamped at the foot of the mountaiu in the Sequatchie Valley. The next morning at 5 oclock we moved up the val- ley on the north side of Sequatchie River, nearly 11 miles, to thefarms of Austin Johnson, Cornelius Lamb, [and others;] loaded our wag- ons with corn, and returned with the train to the gap and encamped for the night. Next morning at daylight the train commenced mov- ing up the mountain, preceded by one regiment and followed by the remainder of the brigade. By 5 oclock in the afternoon the train and troops reached Poes Tavern, in the Tennessee Valley, where we remained for the night. The next day (October 12) we returned to Chattanooga. The road to Poes Tavern before the recent rains was very good. The road from Poes to the summit of the ridge is in places exceed- ingly bad, but could, with some labor, be made a fair mountain road. The road across the ridge (12 miles) is good, but the descent on the west side is very steep and difficult. The recent rains will ren4er it almost impassable for loaded teams. If I understood your instructions, you desired me to see that the quartermasters in charge of the wagons of the different corps gave the proper vouchers to persons from whom the forage was obtained, and directed that no memorandum receipts be given. I found, how- ever, that the quartermasters were not furnished with the proper blanks, and in many instances memorandum receipts were given. In addition to the troops of my own brigade and the regiment named above, there was a detachment from the First Ohio Cavalry, coin- manded by Lieutenant , two companies of Sixth Indiana Vol- unteers, and a part of General Palmers escort accompanying the train. I placed in arrest Captain McKeehan, Company B, Sixth In- diana Volunteer Infantry, for permitting his men to kill hogs and take poultry without proper authority. Quite a number of unarme Page 367 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNIoN. 367 men I placed under guard for stealing poultry and killing hogs, and held them in custody until we returned to Chattanooga. The offi- cer to whom I delivered these men failed to obtain their names. I found that a large number of men, unarmed and many of them mounte(l, were sent out with the train to obtain supplies for officers (as they said). Some of these returned with potatoes, poultry, & c., which they claimed to have bought and paid for. I incline, how- ever, to the belief that most of these articles were stolen. It was im- possible for me to determine whether they were or not with certainty. Every forage train leaving Chattanooga takes with it a large num- ber of wagon-masters, forage-masters, orderlies, and negroes, who, together with the teamsters, manage in some way not provided for in general orders, to supply themselves with fresh meat on the road and return to camr with a stock for future use. Many of the people in Sequatchie Valley are thoroughly loyal, and for this reason have for a long time been subject to ill treatment, and not only by rebel soldiers but by their rebel neighbors. Waldens Ridge is settled Chiefly by Germans and people who removed from the State of New York. They are generally poor, and usually a garden and a few cat- tle, sheep, and hogs form their only means of subsistence. They are loyal, and have also suffered much for their fidelity to the Govern- ment. The thieves who accompany our forage and supply trains are, however, no respecters of persons. When they discover a hen- roost, sheep, or hogs, they do not stop to inquire the seiitiments of the owner; neither does it concern theni if they are about to take the last sheep or hog belonging to the family. They take them or it as they choose, and perhaps insult the owner if he or she urges loyalty or poverty and protests against the robbery. On the road up the Tennessee Valley over Waldens Ridge, and near the foot of the mountain on the other side, almost every garden is found stripped aiid one will hardly discover a chicken or hog. Mr. Grigsby, my guide on this expedition, a thoroughly loyal and, I believe, reliable man, informed me that one woman who had five sons in the Federal army (one now dead), had been robbed of everything she possessed in the way of edibles by some of these miserable scoun- drels who accompany forage trains or go into the country to plunder on their own account. On the morning of the 11th instant two wagons loaded with forage, which preceded our train some two or three hours, were halted in front of the house of a Mrs. Cunning- ham, on Waldeiis Ridge, while the drivers and guards killed and loaded on the wagons eight sheep belonging to Mrs. C. They took them without permission, and left without either paying for them or offering to do so. At Poes Tavern, the Ninth Indiana Volunteers, commanded by Major Carter, in charge of a supply train en route for Stevenson, began the killing of hogs in the unauthorized way referred to. I had the men engaged in it arrested, sent for the major commanding, and told him if his men wanted fresh meat to make a detail in charge of an officer to gather up the hogs, slaughter them, and direct his quartermaster to give proper vouchers. Later in the evening a sup- ply train arrived at Poes, and halted for the night. It was guarded by a detachment of the Seventy-fourth Indiana Volunteers, com- maiided by Lieut. James A. Spear, of Company B, said regiment. Soon after its arrival the men killed one of the two cows owned by the woman living there. I arrested the men, but finding that the officer in command had virtually given them permission to kill th Page 368 368 KY., SW. VA., TENK., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. cow I released them and promised to report him. I ordered the quartermaster in charge of the train to take possession of the beef, issue it to the men, and give receipts for it to the owner. Going out on this expedition we met loaded trains returning, in many of which it would have been difficult to determine from the contents of the wagon whether the object of their trip had been to obtain hogs, sheep, chickens, and geese, or to load the wagon with corn. To show how loosely business is frequently conducted, even by authorized quartermasters who are sent out with forage trains, I insert here a copy of a receipt given to John A. Heard (a Union man) for thirty acres of corn. This case is aggravated by the fact that the officer promised to leave Mr. Heard a few acres, in consid- eration of his loyalty, but afterward took all his corn and consoled him with the following voucher, which as you will observe neither acknowledges the amount taken nor the name of the party from whom taken. It is written at foot of an old pass: HEADQUARTERS FOURTH DIVIsION, FOURTEENTH ARMY Cones, Chattanooga, October 7, 1863. GUARDS: Pass detail over the river. By command of Major-General Reynolds: C. 0. HOWARD, Captain and Acting Assistant Adjutant-General. OCTOBER 9, 1863. Pass the bearer to headquarters of this division to get papers for his corn. JAMES T. CLARK, Eighteenth Kentucky, and Acting Assistant Quartermaster, Third Brigade. While Mr. H. was watching the depletion of his corn-field, some fellow attached to the train discovered his yoke of oxen and started with them over the ridge. Mr. H. did not know of his loss for some hours. On learning it he started in pursuit, and after traveling 8 or 10 miles overtook his cattle and brought them back. A party with another train took six hogs from Burt Barker in same neighborhood, giving him following receipt for them. It does not state what was taken or what amount: SEQUATCHIE VALLEY, October 10, 1863. Taken from Burt Barker by the guards of forage train, First Brigade, Tbird Division, Twentieth Army Corps. M. ~. FOLLETT, First Licut., Q. M. Twenty-first Regt. Michigan Infty.. In Command of Train. Of course every forage or supply train that now makes its appear- ance in the valley, suggests to Mr. H., Mr. B., and many others, those assurances of deliverance and protection which the Federal army was to bring to the loyal and persecuted inhabitants of East Tennessee. I am satisfied from what officers and privates told me while on this expedition, that teamsters and guards of forage trains are often furnished with but one days rations of meat, with the un- derstanding that they will supply themselves on the road for the other three or five days they remain out. This of course might be well enough if officers were sent with them authorized to purchase or give vouchers for beef, andeventhenitmightbediffic~lttofur- nish the fresh meat when wanted, without depriving a poor family of the cattle upon which they themselves rely for their winter sup Page 369 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 3(39 port. I beg to forward herewith the statement of Lieutenant Spear, Seventy-fourth Indiana Volunteers, and also a map of the roads passed over. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, JNO. BEATTY, Brigadier-General. [Inclosure.] POES TAVERN, TENN., October 11, 1863. James A. Spear. first lieutei ant Company B, Seventy-fourth Indiana Volunteer Infantry, being arrested for allowing his men to kill a cow, makes the following statement: When asked by one of his men if it would be any harm to kill the cow, answered, It will not hurt you; ali(i that he made no effort whatever to prevert them, and said nothing more to them only, I expect some of you may be arrested. He says that his men have no rations except a few crackers, and that it being so customary in the brigade to which he belonged to permit the men to forage that he thought no notice would be taken of it. [Indorsement.] HEADQUARTERS FOURTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Chattanooga, October 16, 1863. Respectfully forwarded for the information of the major-general commanding the department. GEO. H. THOMAS, Major- General, U. S. Volunteers, Goinmanding. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 14, 1863. Lieutenant-Colonel MJLWARD, Comdg. 18th Kentucky ITols., on New Road, Bridgeport: It is reported that squads of rebels are crossing the river. The general commanding directs that you look to them. Report daily to these headquarters the number of men you have, and what they are doing. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, WM. McMICHA EL, Ma.Ior and Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS U. S. FORCES, Cramp l3attie ~Jreelc, Teun., October 14, 1863. Lieutenant-Colonel GODDARD, Assistant Adjuta nt- General, Depa rtm cut Headquarters: COLONEL: I have nothing of particular moment to report to-day. The rain still continues and the roads getting bad. I sent orders to Colonel Sniith, commanding at Andersons Cross-Roads, to render every assistance to the trains going forward and repairing the road, if it took every man of his command. The command here will be Not found, ~4 R KVOl. XXX, PT I Page 370 370 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. used for like purposes. Have secured all the planks necessary for the bridge at Sequatchie River. Several trains have passed to the front to-day. River rising slowly. All quiet. Will keep you fully advised. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, JAMES D. MORGAN, Brigadier- General. DEPARTMENT HEADQUARTERS, October 14, 1863. General MORGAN, Battle Greek: Send a smart regimeiit to Bob Whites, on mountain, to-night, to guard the river above aiid below that place. They must be smart and catch rebels from the other side if possible. Commander must send full report through you daily. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 14, 18636 p. m. Brigadier-General SPEARS, Sale Greek: It is reported that the river above Sale Creek is not well patrolled, and that rebels are on the other side of the river and can ford. Keep a good lookou~t, move troops about, encamping at different places, so that their position cannot be anticipated by rebels. By order of Major-General Rosecrans: WM. McMICHAEL, Major and Assi8tant Adjutant-General. ROGERSVILLE, October 14, 1863. Brigadier-General GARFIELD: I have arrived here with my command. The enemy succeeded in crossing the Tennessee River a short distance above Lambs Ferry. Crook fought them at Farmington on Wednesday, the 7th, and has captured five pieces of artillery and about 700 prisoners. I think their losses, inclndin0 deserters and stragglers, & c., will amount to 2,000 men. My horses badly jaded. I shall return toward Stevenson via Huntsville, but must move very slowly for my horses are so near lase(l up. The enemy crossed the river at a ford unknown before, and cut their way down to the banks, in order to make tlhe crossing. Your order in regard to Confederate soldiers has been carried out, and 38 men have disappeared. Colonel Minty was arrested by General Crook, and sent to the rear, for fail- jug to move with his command at the proper time and not being up in time for the fight at Farmington. We have marched in six days 247 miles. Two days, the second out and yesterday, the First Division marched 30 miles. During the last days march Whe~le Page 371 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPON~EINcE, 110.UNION. 371 retreat was a rout, and his command were running all day for the river, every man for himself, and hats, caps, coats, guns, and broken- down hoi ses were strewn along the whole route. ROBT B. MITCHELL, Brigadier- General, Gornmanding. P. S.We have captured and burned ~52,000 worth of cotton belonging to the C. S. A I write this P. S. by order Brigadier-General Mitchell. WM. H. SINCLAIR, Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS CHIEF OF CAVALRY, New Miarket, Ala., October 14, 18633.33 p. m. Brigadier-General GARFIELD, Chief of Staff: I was on my return to Stevenson yesterday evening at Huntsville, and run across the path of Roddey with 3,000 men moving in the direction of Decherd. I immediately changed my direction and pur- sued him to Flint River, where I struck his rear, drove him to Buckhorn, and had a severe skirmish, and drove him back with a loss of 12 men. I am still pursuing. I am out of rations and my horses are breaking down, but will do the best I can. I am as near a dead man on horseback as you ever saw. ROBT. B. MITCHELL, Brigadier- General, Commanding. STEVENSON, October 14, 1863. Maj. FRANK S. BOND: No occurrences have taken place on my front to-day. The streams are too much swollen to scout as far as Bellefonte. LOUIS D. WATKINS, C~olonel, Commanding Third Brigade. STEVENSON, October 14, 18637.30 a. m. Lieut. Col. C. GODDARD: The following report from Howards scouts received: Scouting party just returned. Captured 3 prisoners on top of Raccoon Range of the Eighth Confederate Cavalry. They say their regiment, 300 strong, is stationed at Trenton, and another regiment of cavalry at Wauhatchie. No infantry near them. Left Trenton last Sunday. Dont know of any movement of their army. They were stationed, with 22 others, at the place where captured. JOSEPH HOOKER, Miajor- General, ctonimandin~j Page 372 37~2 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., XND N. C A. [CHNP. XLII. STEVENSON, October 14, 18637.30 a. rn. Lieutenant-Colonel GODDARD, Assistant Adjutant- General: The following dispatch from General Granger, October 13, just received: Colonel Mizner received information from Colnmbia, very reliable, that Wheelers forces had been dispersed, and were flying in a state of confnsion toward Tennessee River. HOOKER, Major- General. STEVENSON, October 14, 18632 p. m. Lieutenant-Colonel GODDARD: The accompanying message is sent for the information of the niaj or-general commanding: Two deserters jnst in report that on the way from the army in yonr front they learned that 15,000 conscripts had arrived a.t Rome. They crossed the river near Bellefonte. State that the river is picketed with rebel cavalry. They belong to Clebnrnes division, and were in the last fight. They represent that two-thirds of their men wonld desert if they had an opportnnity. HOOKER, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 14, 1863. Major-General HOOKER, Stevenson: Mitchell dispatched from New Market, via Decherd, he had come across Roddey and pursued him to Buckhorn. Dont know where that is. Said nothing of other cavalry. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 14, 1863. Major-General HOOKER, Stevenson: I dont understand Mitchells dispatch. What has become of Wheelers cavalry? Why Roddey is retreating toward our lines I cant understand. Measures must be taken to meet them with in- fantry if they move toward the Cumberland. Please let me hear from you, and aid Mitchell if you can. W. S. ROSECRANS, 2~iajor- General. STEVENSON, October 14, 18638 p. m. Lient. Col. C. GODDARD: Dispatch of 7.30 p. m. received. Mitchells dispatch referred to has not been received here. Where is Mitchell, that I can com Riunicate with JOSEPH HOOKER, Major- General, Gononar14in~ Page 373 CHAP. XLIII COIffiESPONDENC E 0.UlNION. STEVENSON, October 14, 1863. Major-General SLOCUM, TVartrace: Can you give us any information as to where General Howards train is, and when it will arrive at Decherd -? DANL. BUTTERFIELD, ]lliajor- General and Chief of Staff. DECHERD, TENN., October 14, 18631 p. m. Lieutenant- Colonel RODGERS, Assistant Adjntant- General: All is quiet along my lines. A citizen reports 500 rebel cavalry going toward Union from south, yesterday. I have sent out a scout. A. S. WILLIAMS, Brigadier-General. DECHERD, October 14, 186312 m. Lient. Col. H. C. RODGERS, Assistant Adjutant- General, Minfreesborongh: Captain Beman telegraphs that forage was sent us yesterday. Was not received; probably gone to the front. We shall never get supplies here unless a messenger comes with each consignment. Our horses are suffering; no rations received. Some regiments twenty- four hours without food. A. S. WILLIAMS, Brigadier- General of Volunteers, Commanding Division. STEVENSON, October 14, 186310.40 p. m. COMMANDING OFFICER, Decherd: Major-General Hooker directs that you send the following dispatch to General Mitchell via New Market: HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 14, 1863. Brigadier-General MITCHELL, Care Major-General Hooker, Stevenson: You had better halt your cavalry near Flint River or Larkins, or where you can find plenty of forage and have your provisions sent you by rail. If you have not disposed of the rebel cavalry, you must do so, if you have to call on General hook- ers infantry to help. Recruit all the horses you can. Four thousand more will be on soon. W. 8. ROSECRANS, Major-General. DANL. BUTTERFIELD, Major- General, Chief of Staff. STEVENSON, October 14, 18631.15 a. m. Major-General HOWARD: Dispatches received. You need not send out another party. JOSEPH HOOKER, Major- General, Gommanding Page 374 374 KY., SW VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. hEADQUARTERS ELEVENTH CORPS, October 14, 1863. Maj. Gen. DANIEL BUTTERFIELD, Chief of Staff: Scouting party went toward Sheilmound 5 miles; captured 2 rebel cavalrymen and 2 citizens. They confirmed former reports. No infantry this side of Lookout Mountain. Two cavalry regiments, the Ninth Kentucky and Eighth Confederate, both small, are near Trenton. They communicate over Lookout Mountain by a road called Nickajack trail, crossing about 5 miles from Chattanooga; also by Summertown road, debouching near Trenton. One man says the rebels believe General Rosecrans cannot supply himself at Chattanooga and will have to fall back. [0. 0. HOWARD.] HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 14, 186310 p. m. Major-General HOWARD, Bridgeport: Rains will render a pontoon bridge necessary across the Sequatchie near Jasper. Please inquire at once if there be spare pontonier force and wagons at your post to send to Battle Creek; haul the materials from thence, and, aided by General Morgans men, put up the structure. Answer. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. WASHINGTON, October 14, 18639.30 a. m. Major-General BURNSIDE, East Tennessee: I have received no dispatches from you since the 7th till this morn- ing, and have no information of the condition or position of your troops. When you were urged to move down the river to General Rosecrans assistance, that operation was deemed safe and of great importance. The condition of affairs may now be different. You certainly should hold Kingston, and as far below as may seem pru- dent. H. W. HALLECK, General-in-Chief. PHILADELPHIA, October 14, 1863. General BURNSIDE: The main body of the enemy has fallen back. They have a few hundred upon my right and left which I am trying to catch. I had 8 privates and 1 lieutenant captured by them yesterday. We have taken at different times within the last few days 45 prisoners; most of them have taken the oath. I am sending all, both those that take the oath and those that do not, to the rear. I have scouts out in every direction, and keep them out continually. I will hear from Charleston and Cleveland to-morrow morning Page 375 CHAP. XLuj CORliF$PONI)ENCE, FiXhUNION. ~37~ This is a good position here; puts all the roads in our front, and enables us to scont toward Cotton Port, Morganto~ Madisonville4 and Decatnr, and also enables ns to get in the rear of parties going to rear of these places or Kingston1 WOLFORD, Colonel1 HEADQUARTERS DEPAR2MENT OF THE CUMBERLNNP, Chattanooga, October 15, 18632.50 a. iii. (Received 1.10 p. in.) Major-General HALLECK, Washington, D. C.: Jeff. Davis was on our front Satnrday and Snnday. He told the troops he would give them 30,000 re-enforcements; he would sacri- fice Richmond and Charleston before he would lose this place, and bid them be of good cheer; they should be in Kentucky by Novem- ber. Some re-enforcements are now arriving at Dalton, and one division of Yicksburg prisoners, under Stevenson. is on our front. A deserter, one of the Jackson prisoners, had a paper sending him to duty, alleging his parole to have been irregular. They are build- ing pontoons. Raining very steadily. W. S. ROSECRANS, llfajor- General. COLUMBUS, Ky., October 15, 1863. (Received 2.45 p. in.) Maj. Gen. H. W. HALLECK, General-in- Chief: Your dispatch of 3d, directing me to report at Cairo, was received at 11.30 a. in. the 9th instant. I left same day with my staff and headquarters, and have just reached here en route for Cairo. U. S. GRANT, Major- General. NATCHEZ, MISS., October 15, 1863. Hon. EDWIN M. STANTON, Secretary of War: I recently passed a few days at Goodrichs Landing, La., 50 miles above Yicksburg, one of my purposes being to ascertain the con- dition of the leased plantations, to what extent the cultivation of cotton has been carried, and especially to know whether the cultiva- tion of plantations could not be carried on as well by hired freed- men as by slaves. The gathering of cotton is now in full operation, and it may be too soon to report fully the result, but the facts in my possession are sufficient for a judgment on the experiment. As previously reported, the season had advanced fully two months from the time cotton should have been planted, which was unavoidable, though the system was put into operation as soon after my coming to this country as was possible. The lessees, therefore, labored under great disadvantages in this respect, for most of them had just t Page 376 8Th KY., SW. VA., T NN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. run the furrow to plant the seed, then plant their corn, relying on subsequent time to break up the ground between the furrows of cotton and exterminate the weeds. The necessity of withdrawing the troops from Louisiana to aug- ment the forces operatiug against Yicksburg, left the line of planta- tions, some sixty in all, without adequate protection when the rebels made the attack on Millikens Bend (where they were signally de- feated), and made raids on the plantations, scattering and driving off the negroes and stock. This occurred at the time when it was im- portant to cultivate the crops. Some time elapsed before the hands could be collected and they induced to recommence work. The consequence was fully one-half of the crops were not worked at all, and in other cases, when some work was done, the weeds and plants had to grow up together, the ill weeds overtopping the cotton plant. The army worms attacked all the late cotton, destroying from one- fourth to a third of the crop. Still, under all these disadvantages, not one of the lessees will lose money, but all derive a profit. I know that they are satisfied with the experiment; all desire to re-lease for another year. The negro lessees, of whom there are some fifteen, will make from four and five bales up to, in one case, one hundred and fifty, and it is a fact that the cotton they have raised for themselves, owing to better cultivation, is of a higher grade than that of the white lessees. Some of the negroes have cultivated by themselves and families, whilst others have employed their fellow freedmen. The freedmen have all worked for wages according to a scale fixed upon by the board of commissioners, and at a higher rate, I understand, than was adopted in the Department of the Gulf. They have been well and more abundantly fed than they were when held in slavery. Schools have been established upon the plantations, and the lessees have felt it a duty, by every proper means, to elevate this unfortunate race. As a general rule they greatly prefer working with Northern men, whom they regard as their friends, to working with Southerners, even their former owners, and I hazard nothing in saying that the net proceeds on a crop by a Northerner who has paid his hands wages will exceed that of a Southerner who has cultivated by slaves, the number of acres being the same in both cases. Those employed have thus been of no expense to the Government, but have supported themselves and families. They are perfectly contented, and look forward with hope to a future elevation of character. The experiment adopted, hastily and from necessity, with many misgivings, I now regard as a corn- plete success. The number of bales of cotton raised on these plantations will not much, if any, fall short of 8,000 bales, giving to the Govern- ment some $150,000 revenue. The lessees will also pay to the quar- termasters department for mules, utensils, & c., furnished or found on the places, some $100,000. The charge in lieu of rent is $2 a bale, making $16,000. The Governments share on some few plantations abandoned by the lessees may sell for $150,000. I desire this money, or as much as may be necessary, set aside as a fund necessary to pay the ex- penses of this year, and the year commencing January 1, 1864. I purpose to continue the same system for the next year, but of necessity on a much more enlarged scale, as our forces now cover and protect a much larger extent of country on the Mississippi River. The parish of Concordia, La., alone will throw omi our hand Page 377 CUAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.ITNION. 0 0 (~ a larger number of plantations on which the crops for the present year will have to be gathered, and then planted for the next year. Northern Union men will be invited to come here and engage in the work, until we make, if possible, the whole negro population self- supporting. The present commissioners will continue to act until December 31T and lease the plantations for the next year, when they desire to withdraw to attend to their private business. For the next year the work will be very laborious, and I desire 3 persons to take their places, and I would suggest at salaries suffi- ciently large to secure active, upright, busilless men. I would fix the salaries at $5,000 per annum. A secretary and treasurer will also be necessary, who should give bonds for the faithful disbursement of the funds to be placed in his hands. His salary might be $3,000. I know of no persons for these posi- tions, and if you approve I request that you appoint the new com- missioners and treasurer. I cannot too urgently press upon your attention the necessity of employing the very best men that can be found. It is a significant fact that while transports on the river have been frequently fired into by the rebels, not a single shot has been fired from that line of the river covered by leased plantations extending for 75 miles above Vick sburg, which shows t]ie importance to commerce of lining the river with a loyal population. I have, sir, the honor to be, very respectfully, your obedient servant, L. THOMAS, A~jatant-General. SPECIAL ORDERS, ~ HDQRS. THIRD Div., 17TH ARMY CORPS, No. 164. Brownsville, Miss., October 15, 1863. The Second Brigade will have the advance to-morrow, followed by the Third Brigade, and the Third Brigade by the First Brigade. In other respects the order of march will be the same as to-day. All regimental commanders will have a rear guard to arrest strag- glers, and any officer or man found away from his command will be reported to these headquarters. Lient. C. C. Williams is charged with the general supervision of all the trains. He will be respected and obeyed accordingly. By order of Major-General Logan: SAMUEL CALDWELL, Acting Assistant A~jntant- General. CAIRO, October 15, 1863. Hon. GIDEON WELLES, (Received 6.10 ~. in.) Washington: SIR: The Tennessee is falling again, and the Ohio has also gone down. There is less water in the Ohio now than has been known for some years. There ~ ill be no rise of any consequence in the Ohio and Tennessee until the middle of November. Very respectfully, D. D. PORTER, Acting ]?ecir-Admirai Page 378 378 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. SPECIAL ORDERS, HDQRS. SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, No. 254. Miemphis, Teun., October 15, 186g. I. Brig. Gen. G. M. Dodge, having reported from leave of absence, will proceed to Corinth and take command of the Left Wing of this corps, relieving Brig. Gen. E. A. Carr. II. Brig. Gen. K A. Carr, on being relieved by Brigadier-General Dodge, will report to corps headqnarters in Memphis in person for orders. $ * * * * * * By order of Maj. Gen. S. A. Hurlbut: T. H. HARRIS, Assistant Adjutant- General. HDQRS. LEFT WING, SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, La Grange, Tenn., October 15, 1863. Col. H. BINMORE, Assistant Adjutant- General, Sixteenth Army Corps: COLONEL: In reply to a telegram received last night from the major-general commanding, I feel it my duty to say that I do not think General Sweeny was to blame for not placing the troops in better position to intercept Chalmers. Sweeny was not able to get control of the cavalry, and it does not seem to have acted under his instructions; he could get no news where it or the enemy was, and I do not see how he could have done better than he did. After he knew of the attack on Collierville (which was Sunday night) it was too late for infantry to get beyond them, as they were then across Coldwater. If the cavalry had been ready so that he could have started from here on Saturday morning, according to my orders, he would have intercepted the rebels on their way to Collierville when they were together, and would have thrashed them handsomely. I think the principal cause of failure was the fact that the cavalry acted independently. I never received any report or information from them except what I got by accident; and after Sweeny was ordered to take command Hatch did not send him any report for two days, and neither Sweeny nor I knew where he was, east, west, north, or south. The general may remember my suppositions, telegraphed to him on Monday morning, as to the whereabouts of the cavalry, which turned out to be wrong; they, the suppositions, agreed with and were partly taken from the opinion of Colonel Hatchs acting assist- ant adjutant-general, who was here on his way to join him and could not find him. I have feared something of this kind from the time I first took this command, but did not like to ask to have more troops placed under me nor to criticise arrangements made by higher au- thority. While General Grierson was in command, however, I had no trou- ble, but could get all I wanted from the cavalry. Since he left, things have been different. I did not know for some time that Colonel Hatch had assumed command, and moved to Memphis, and the cav- alry was constantly moved without my knowledge Page 379 cHAP. XLli.] OORRESPONDII~NCE, ETC. 1J NION. 3~T9 The first telegram I received from Colonel Hatch in connection with this raid was an order from him to me to send all the cavalry from Corinth to him. This I had already done on the orders of the general. As more came in, I sent more, and sent it straight at the enemy, so that if the cavalry from La Grange had gone straight at him they would have co-operated. I now regret that I had not at least expressed my opinion to the general abont the policy of having two separate commands operating on the same gronnd, bnt I was afraid he would think I wished to increase my own command. I consider Colonel Hatch solely responsible for the movements of the cavalry during this raid. He certainly did not act nnder my instrnctions, nor, so far as I can learn, nnder those of General Sweeny. General Sweenys infantry might perhaps have been better placed if he had been cog- nizant of all the movements of our cavalry and of the enemy, but he was working entirely in the dark, and not knowing where to go, naturally took a central position. Very respectfully, yonr obedient servant, E. A. CARR, Brigadier- General, Commanding. LA GRANGE, October 15, 1863. General SWEENY, Commanding in the Field, near Quinns Mill: Send the regiments of Shermans command now with you to Collier- ville by 9 oclock to-morrow morning to take train for Corinth. K A. CARR, Brigadier-General. LA GRANGE, October 15, 1863. Major-General HURLBUT: General Sweeny is on his return, the enemy having been driven across the Tallahatchie and beyond, but they scattered. Will be at Quinns Mill to-night. Your orders will be carried out E. A. CARR, Brigadier- General. HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Memphis, Teun., October 15, 1863. Brig. Gen. E. A. CARR, La Grange, Teun.: General Dodge has returned and will relieve you to-morrow. S. A. HURLBUT, Major- General. LA GRANGE, October 15, 1863. General HTJRLBUT: I propose to return to Corinth to-morrow and have Banes brigade niarch there, starting on the 17th and making a little circuit to th Page 380 880 KY., SW. VA., T1~NN., MISS., N. ALA., AND ~4. GA. LCPAP. XLII south, bringing in all animals and carrying out your orders to Sweeny and Hatch. Sweeny will be in on the 17th. Shermans wants to go on east, and is anxious for me to go to Corinth. E. A. CARR, Brigadier- General. HDQRS. SECOND DIVISION, SIXTEENTH ARMY CoRps, Cows Cross-Roads, October 15, 18637 a. m. Brigadier-General CARR, Commanding Left Wing: Your escort with rations arrived here safely last night. I shall be completely out of rations by to-morrow night. I am just start- ing for Quinns Mill, and on my way there shall carry out fully the orders which I have received. Respectfully, T. W. SWEENY, Brigadier- General. [General GRANT:] CORINTH, October 15, 18637.80 a. in. DEAR GENERAL: Yesterday I got your dispatch from Memphis and answered it instanter. I hope my answer got to you quick, though these operators take their time in making up the ciphers. I am afraid you got off before you heard from me. I now send by young Dunn some letters I had written yesterday which contain about all the facts I can now obtain reliable. The railroad has a kink somewhere, and it seems our horses and men eat up rations and forage as fast as they come forward. But I will manage to stop the leak somehow. Again, my troops were directed after they left Memphis to protect the road, and two of the regiments are still off with Sweeny. Never- theless, the head of my column is now at Bear Creek and Eastport, and it wont take long to get to Tuscumbia. I am a little uneasy about the means of crossing, as General Oster- hans reports a good wide and deep channel at Eastport, with a strong current. If this be so, the Tennessee is rising from rains in the Alleghanies, and once up a few feet it may be relied on for six months sure. I have written to Admiral Porter on this subject, but hope you will take it in hand. Boat communication being once established with me at Eastport I will be all right. I dont believe Hurlbuts force will keep this road open long, though I do believe from present appearances that there is no enemy near it but the guerrillas and Chalmers force, which is being pushed down beyond the Tallahatchie. Hatch ought now to make up old scores with that whole band. Their attack on Collierville was very weak. They had artillery, but did not get it in any position where a shot could do but one execution. No enfilading fire attempted, though one or two solid shots tearing through our train would have demolished it. I was glad to be at Collierville, for it has given heart to these railroad guards that dont know the value of the defenses they have all made Page 381 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.----UNION. 381 I am very anxious you should go to Nashville, as foreshadowed by Halleck, and chiefly as you can harmonize all conflicts of feeling that may exist in that vast crowd. Rosecrans and Burnside and Sherman, with their subordinates, would be ashamed of petty quar- rels if you were behind and near them, between them and Washing- ton. Next, the union of such armies and the direction of it is worthy your ambition. I shall await news from you with great anxiety. As ever, your friend and servant, W. T. SHERMAN. HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Major-General SHERMAN, Memphis, Tertn., October 15, 1863. Gorirtth, Muss.: You can take the Fifth Ohio Cavalry, or any other cavalry at or near Corinth except Spencers (Alabama) cavalry, which is designed for specific service. I do not know what cavalry is at Corinth now. Richardsons battery can go with you. Hatch has driven Chalmers across the Tallah~atchie at Wyatt, and if Sweeny had moved as he was expected to, the whole force would have been cut off. General Dodge will be out in the morning to Corinth. S. A. HURLBUT, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS, Corinth, October 15, 1863. General HURLBUT: I will detain the Alabama regiment only till I hear that Hatch is on his way back. Send me earliest possible intelligence of his move- ment. I have youi~ dispatches and his from Wyatt. I hear nothing from Sweeny. W. T. SHERMAN, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Memphis, Teun., October 15, 1863. Maj. Gen. W. T. SHERMAN, Corinth, Miss.: Sweeny and Hatch were at Quinn and Jacksons Mill on their return. They have been ordered into the line to recruit. S. A. HURLBUT, Major- General. General CARR, [CORINTH,] October 15, 1863. La Grange: Please telegraph me all news from Sweeny and Hatch. Send me the two regiments with Sweeny by rail as soon as they can be got t Page 382 382 KX~., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. La Grange. Let me know when yon can come back, as I mnst move on. I hear of no enemy threatening our road, except that of Chal- mers, which was hard pressed by Hatch at Wyatt, on the Talla hatchie, two days ago. ~. T. SHERMAN, 4 Major-General. LA GRANGE, October 15, 1863. General SHERMAN, Corinth: Hatch pressed them across the Tallahatchie at Wyatt, and says he pnrsned till they scattered. The whole thinghas proved a water-hanl on acconnt of the cavalry and infantry being separate commands. They are coming in; will camp at Quinns Mill to- night. Yonr regiments can march to Collierville and take the train there. If yon wish them to do so let me know, and order tramn from Memphis, say at 9 oclock to-morrow morning. I can come np to- morrow, bnt snppose my troops will have to march, as the road is so crowded. There are enongh at Corinth to take care of it for a day or two. E. A. CARR, Brigadier- General. [CoRINTH, October 15, 1863.] General CARR, La Grange: I will order things as yon suggest, and have a train to bring out the two regiments from Collierville. It will do yonr command good to march front La Grange, making a circnit to the south. W. T. SHERMAN, Major- General. [CoRINTH, October 15, 1863.] General WEBSTER, Memphis: Two of my regiments went with Sweeny. They will be in Col- lierville to-morrow at 11 a. m. Have a train to bring them to Cor- inth. They will number, say, 500. W. T. SHERMAN, Major- General. CORINTH, October 15, 1863. General OSTERHAUS, Inka: All of Hurlbnts cavalry except the Alabama regiment are off with Hatch. Secnre if practicable all the boats near Eastport, and ~et all ready for tli~ railroad bridge at Bear Creek. I will seud for Page 383 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 383 ward supplies to Luka, and will have another division up with you as soon as I learn when Carr can return from La Grange. All my corps should be in by to-morrow night, when I will come forward. W. T. SHERMAN, Major-General. IUKA, October 15, 1863. Major-General SHERMAN: Should it be your intention to have a floating bridge constructed at Eastport it will be well to secure a number of small anchors which I know are at Columbus, and also cable chains, & c. The railroad will be conipleted to Bear Creek after to-morrow. OSTERHAUS. IUKA, October 15, 1863. Major-General SHERMAN: To carry 100 extra rounds of infantry, and proportional number of artillery ammunition, this division wants from forty-five to fifty army wagons. Can Colonel Smith furnish them? OSTERHAUS. CORINTH, October 15, 1863. General OSTERHAUS, Inha: We have brought forward all the wagons we can raise. I cant. tell the exact number. We will send forage to Juka, and then th~ train will come forward and be distributed pro rata. Corse reporb~ the road so bad that lie will hardly get all his division in till day after to-morrow. I expect Carr and Dodge to-morrow, when I wiP make the orders for march. I propose to start from Juka and Bea Creek with wagons and finish the road to Tuscumbia behind us. I dont propose a floating bridge at Eastport, but would like all boat~ to be collected in the mouth of Bear Creek for another purpose. W. T. SHERMAN, Major- General. JUKA, October 15, 1863. Maj. Gen. W. T. SHERMAN: A bridge across Bear Creek can be constructed in one hours time There are one hundred and twenty boats on the Tennessee within~ miles of Eastport. OSTERHAUS. POCAHONTAS, October 15, 1863. Major-General SHERMAN: The roads are execrable. Troops much wearied, but I will try and force three brigades into Corinth by to-morrow night. The rear brigade in charge of the division tram will have to remain here to-night, as the bridges across Muddy are very bad. JNO. M. CORSE, Brigadier-General Page 384 KY., SW. VA~, TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAin XLII. [CoRINTH, October 15, 1863.] General CORSE, Sanisbury: All right; come along in good order, and without too much haste. W. T. SHERMAN, Major- General. POCAHONTAS, October 15, 18634 p. 111. Major-General SHERMAN: After the most arduous labor I have got Spooner across the Muddy, and he will camp across the Hatchie to-night. Cockerill will camp on this side, and it will be impossible to get Hicks and Loomis across the Muddy to-night. Three little bridges on the causeway over the Muddy is the occasion of all the trouble. The bridge across the Hatchie at Davis is destroyed. Hence why I cross here. JNO. M. CORSE, Brigadier- General, Commanding Fourth Division. [CoRINTH, October 15, 1863.] General CORSE, Pocahontas: Dont fatigue your men; there is no urgent necessity for your arrival here to-morrow. Keep all in good order, and make the march according to the road and the weather. We are at work ahead, and can put in the time by pushing forward our stores to Inka. W. T. SHERMAN, Major- General. [CORINTH, October 15, 1863.] Colonel ROWETT, Chewaita: A brigade of my troops escorting wagons should be near Chewalla coming from Pocahontas. Colonel Spooners brigade was with Gen- eral Corses division of my troops at Sanisbury at noon to-day, but cannot be near Chewalla till to-morrow night or day after. I will send down town immediately to ascertain where the brigade escort- ing the wagon train is. W. T. SHERMAN, Major- General. CORINTH, October 15, 1863. Colonel ANTHONY, Coltierville: I am advised that tile Fifty-fifth and One hundred and twenty- seventh Illinois are with Sweeny, and will camp at Quinns Mill to-night. Send order to them to come to Colhierville by 11 a. m. to-morrow, when a train from Memphis will take them up for Corinth. These regiments are a part of my corps, and the only part with Sweeny. W. T. SHERMAN, ]JiTh0or-Generat Page 385 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPOINDENCE, ETC.UNION. 385 CORINTH, October 15, 1863. COMMANDING OFFICER, Pocahontas: The cavalry and wagon train have arrived, but have traveled a long road coming from the north. When I traveled the road last year I followed the ridge passing sonth of Pocahontas and Chewalla; a good road only at the bridges over Tnscnmbia and Hatchie. How are those bridges? Please see General Corse when he comes to Pocahontas, and pnt him on the shortest and best road. Shonld the bridge over Hatchie, on the lower road, be down, it could be repaired with less labor than going around by the State line road to the north. W. T. SHERMAN, Major- General. CORINTH, October 15, 1863. Colonel HEATH, Commanding. Fifth Ohio Cavalry, Cramp Davies: I want to see you. Come up to Corinth to-morrow. W. T. SHERMAN, iiEalor- General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 15, 18631.30 p. m. (Received 2.10 p. in.) SECRETARY OF WAR: Was informed some Minnesota troops can be spared. Want a strong garrison for McMinnville. Cant you send these troops for that purpose soon? W. S. ROSECRANS. CHATTANOOGA, TENN., October 15, 18631.30 a. m. (Received 11.50 p. in., 16th.) Maj. Gen, H. W. HALL CK, Gene ratin Chief: It is of prime necessity that we should have an efficient and able chief of cavalry, and that every possible exertion should be made to swell our mounted force. I fear that rebel cavalry force has crossed the river west of us without serious damage. We must have mounted force to keep it in check, or it will paralyze this army and compel it to retire from its position. Please do all you can for us speedily. Raining very hard to-night. Provost-marshal reports that upward of 600 cavalry prisoners have been sent to Nashville, among whom tire two Virginia regiments never )etoPo heard of here, W. S. ROSECRANS, MC~or- (~ merd. ~t---Voi~ N~ , i~T I Page 386 386 KY., SW.~A., TENS., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. CHATTANOOGA, TENS., October 15. 18631 p. In. (Received 1.25 p. in., 16th.) Major-General HALLECK, General-in- Chief: If Sherman is to give us any real help, his force mnst not be more remote than Athens. All the rebel cavalry that can be spared froni vedette duty is on that flank, and they will overpower and wear us out unless we have an increased mounted force soon. W. S. ROSECRANS, Miajor- General, Corn atanding. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CIJMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 15. 1863. Brig. Gen. L. THOMAS, Adjutant-General U. S. Army: I respectfully beg leave to make a special mention of Brig. Gen. Absalom Baird, who, in temporary command of his division, handled his men with skill and bravery, sustaining probably more fierce assaults and losing a larger percentage of men than any other divis- ion in the battle except Brannaus. Holding the extreme left of our line where the enemy had intended to strike us on the 19th, his were amongst the first troops in action, and during the entire contest nobly did his troops under his watcbful and careful eye sustain it. I re- spectfully recommend that he be made a major-general of volunteers for gallant and meritorious services at the battle of Chickamauga. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, W. S. ROS CRANS, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 15, 1863. Brig. Gen. L. THOMAS, Adjutant-General U. S. Army: I beg leave to make special mention of Brig. Gen. Jefferson C. Davis, who commanded the First Division of the Twentieth Army Corps at the battle of Chickamauga. On this, as on every other battle-field, he was cool, courageous, and prompt in action. After going opportunely into action on the 19th, and fighting obstinately against superior numbers, he led the two small brigades again into battle on the 20th, and when, overpowered, his troops gave way, he rallied them at the first favorable point, and moved up to succor his brethren, who were fighting with General Thomas, although too late to get into action. For his meritorious services on this, as well as on former occasions, I respectfully recommend his promotion to a major-general of volunteers. Very respectfully, ~. ~. ROSECRANS, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 15, 1863. Brig. Gen. L. THOMAS, Adjutant-General U. S. Army: I beg leave to make special mention of Brig. Gen. R. W. Johnson, volunteers. Distinguished himself by constant presence, active su- pervision and watchfulness, as well as by undauntea courage, h Page 387 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, 11G.UNION. 387 animated his troops and watched the enemys movements so that throughout the battle it is believed that the enemy never advanced on his division without being repulsed, nor did his division at any time advance on the enemy without driving them. He has earned, and II respectfully recommend, his promotion to a major-generalcy of volun- teers for gallant and distinguished services at the battle of Chicka- mauga. W. S. ROSIECRANS, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 15, 1863. Brig. Gen. L. THOMAS, Adjutant-General U. S. Army: I respectfully beg leave to make a special mention of Brig. Gen. Thomas 5. Wood, who has always distinguished himself for vigi- lance and care of his troops. In the battle on the 19th he did his duty in the fight well. In that of the 20th, after the right was shattered, he, with two brigades of his division and one of Van Cleves, main- tained himself against attacks of the rebels with firmness, skill, and determination. IL respectfully recommend him to the President for promotion. Very respectfully, W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 15, 1863. Brig. Gen. L. THOMAS, Adjutant- General U. S. Army: Special mention of Brig. Gen. J. M. Brannan, volunteers: On his assuming command of his division was viewed with jealousy in- spired by the double consideration of his being a stranger in this army, and a West Pointer. His magnificent fighting at Chicka- mauga won for him the admiration of his own troops and all his companions in arms. General Thomas awards him especial praise for his behavior on Sunday afternoon, the 20th, where with his division he stood like a rock. I respectfully recommend his promotion to be major-general for gallant and meritorious services at the battle of Chickamauga. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major-General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 15, 1863. General BRAXTON BRAGG: GENERAL: I am in receipt of your communication of this date in i~eply to mine of [13th?] yesterday, in relation to the medical officers left within your lines. I shall refer the same to the President of the United States, and have no further communication to make on the subject at present. I am, sir, very respectfully, W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General Page 388 388 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. BRIDGEPORT, ALA., October 1 , 1863. Maj. Gen. J. J. REYNOLDS, Chief of Staff, Chattanooga: Colonel Simmons and myself are kept here by high water in Se- quatchie; bridge will be done to-day. Plenty of forage in Nashville, and orders are given to provide all the country can afford in vicinity. I have plenty of money now. We shall leave to-morrow. General Meigs left last night. HENRY C. HODGES, Lieutenant-Colonel and Chief Quartermaster. HEADQUARTERS PIONEER BRIGADE, Chattanooga, Tenn., October 15, 1863. Brigadier-General SMITH, Chief Engineer Department of the Cumberland: GENERAL: The of~cer in charge of the bridge reports great quan- tities of drift lodged against it; enough in his opinion to carry it away. I will proceed immediately to the bridge, and see that every- thing is done to cnt away the drift if possible. I would like to have instructions. Respectfully, your obedient servant, J. ST. C. MORTON, Brigadier- General of Volunteers. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, TOPOGRAPHICAL ENGINEERS OFFICE, Chattanooga, October 15, 1863. Lieutenant-Colonel GODDARD, Assistant Adjutant-General, Army of the Cumberland: COLONEL: I most respectfully request that 6 mounted men be detailed to accompany an expedition ordered to the north side of the river to survey the country down to our lowest batteries. They will report to Capt. G. A. Lemert, topographical engineer, General Wagners headquarters, with three days rations. IL have the honor to be, yours, very respectfully, WM. C. MARGEDANT, Captain and Superintendent Topographical Engineers Office. FIRST BATTALION, PIONEER BRIGADE, October 15, 1863. Capt. CHARLES J. STEWART, Commanding First Battalion, Pioneer Brigade: CAPTAIN: I have examined the Anderson road between Jim Con- nors and the foot of the mountain, and find it in a very bad condP tion. There are two very sharp angles near the top of the mountaila over which (to-day) there is a very strong current of water running. The road at that place will have to be repaired with timber placed so as to allow the water to pass under. The remainder of the road is very badly gullied, and there are also a number of places where horses and mules sink in very deep which will have to be cause~ wayed. There ~e ~Qur coxnpanie8 Q~ the Twenty-first Keut~io1~~ i Page 389 ~iHAP. XLII.] CoRt~sPONtENcI~ EiC.tYNIO~. 389 camp upon the top of the mountain, but have not as yet done any work. I have also passed over the road lately built by you, and find that it will be necessary to causeway a large portion of the distance between Connors and the top of the mountain owing to the innu- merable sink-holes or beds of quicksand. There is also one ravine about 1 mile from the Anderson road which will have to be bridged. There are 75 of your men under Lieutenant Dolcey in camp upon the to p of the mountain, who have been ordered to build the bridge imnie diately. The road down the mountain has been badly washed, but can be easily and quickly repaired. I am, captain, very respectfully, your obedient servant, C. P. HUNTINGTON, Lieutenant. HEADQUARTERS ANDERSON CAVALRY, Robe rsous, October 15, 1863. Lient. Col. C. GODDARD, Assistaitt Adjutant- General: COLONEL: I have understood that the propriety of withdrawing the courier-line by the Anderson road, and of sending dispatches to Colonel Tillson by the Poe road, has been considered at headquarters. By reference to the table of distances below, it will be seen that if this arrangement were adopted all dispatches to Colonel Tillsoa would go 16 miles out of the way (or nearly double distance), while 11 dispatches for me would go 5 miles out of the way. As I have a ] me from here to General Spears, the courier-line across from Poes Tavern to this valley is simply unnecessary. Can I with- draw it? I am, colonel, your obedient servant, WM. J. PALMER, Colonel, Commanding. Table of distances. Miles. From Robersons to Chattanooga via Andersons From Robersons to Chattanooga via Poes Tavern 31 From Andersons to Chattanooga via Anderson road 18 From Andersons to Chattanooga via Poes Tavern 34 CRANES HILL, October 15, 18637.35 p. m. Captain MERRILL: I see fires east of here near the mouth of Chickamauga River, oppo- site McCooks brigade. The smoke in(licates one brigade. Eleven men with me. FORAKER. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 15, 1863. Brigadier-General GARFIELD: You will please proceed to Washington with all convenient dis- patch, and deliver to the War Department the report of the operations of this army to the close of thei battle of Chickamauga Page 390 390 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., ANT) N. GA. [OHAP. XLII. You are instructed, furthermore, to see the Secretary of War and the General-in-Chief, and explain to them in detail our condition here. the nature, condition, and length of our lines of communication; the sources for the supply of forage, especially of long forage, and its relations to the maintenance of our animals. This must be goiie into particularly; much depends on this condition of affairs. Explain my views of the imperative necessity of increasing our mounted force. You will also give them as full information as may be desired as to the condition of the troops and the administrative branches of the service. Report to me frequently by writing or telegraph until your mission has been accomplished according to these instructions, when you will have leave of absence to await orders from the War Department. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. SPECIAL FIELD ORDERS, HDQRS. DEPT. OF THE CUMBERLAND, No. 275. f Chattanooga, Tenn., Octob,er 15, 1863. * * * * * * * IV. Brig. Gen. J. A. Garfield will proceed to Washington, D. C., to execute the instructions received by letter from the major-general commanding. * * * * * * * VI. The following transfers are hereby made in the Fourth Army Corps: Tire One hundred and fifteenth Illinois and Fortieth Ohio Volun- teers are transferred from the First Brigade, Second Division, Fourth Army Corps, to Second Brigade, First Division, Fourth Army Corps. The Twenty-second Indiana and Seventy-fourth Illinois Volun- teers are transferred from Second Brigade, First Division, Fourth Army Corps, to First Brigade, Second Division, Fourth Army Corps. The Ninety-sixth Illinois and Eighty-fourth Indiana Volunteers are transferred from Third Brigade, First Division, Fourth Army Corps, to Second Brigade of the same division. The Fifty-ninth Jilinois and Seventy-fifth Illinois Volunteers are transferred from Second Brigade, First Division, Fourth Army Corps, to the Third Brigade of the same division. * * * * * * * By command of Major-General Rosecraus: H. M. CIST, Lieutenant and Acting Assistant Adjutant- General. ORDERS,) HEADQUARTERS CHIEF OF ARTILLERY, DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, No. 2. ) Chattanooga, Tenn., October 15, 1863. I. The Reserve Artillery will be divided into two divisions, each division into two brigades. The First Ohio batteries. Companies A, B, C, F, G, M, Eighteenth and Twentieth, will compose the First Division, subdivided into bri- gades as follows: First Brigade, Companies A, B, C, and F; Second Brigade, Companies G, M, Eighteenth and Twentieth. Col. James Barnett, First Ohio Volunteer Artillery, is assigned t Page 391 CHAP. LII.] CORI~ESPoNDE~cE, ETC.UNJON. ~391 the immediate conimaild of this division. All official reports, re- turns, & c., of battery commanders of this division will be made to Colonel Barnett and by him to these headquarters. II. The remaining batteries, Fourth, Eighth, Eleventh, and .Twenty-first Indiana, batteries Fourth Michigan and Eighth Wis- consin, an(l Company A, First Tennessee, will compose the Second Division. It will be formed into brigades in future orders. Commanding officers of batteries in the Second Division will until otherwise ordered report direct to these headquarters. III. Subsistence and quartermasters stores will be obtained through Capt. G. S. Roper, commissary of subsistence and acting assistant quartermaster at these headquarters. IV. These orders to take effect on the change of position of the infantry arm in the new organization and exchange of guns in the batteries. By command of Brigadier-General Brannan: LOUIS J. LAMBERT, Captain, Assistant Adjutant-General, Artillery. IIDQRS. THIRD BRIG., SECOND Div., 14TH ARMY CORPS, Ccuni~ on (Jhickamanga Oreek, Teum., October lo, 1863. Brig. Gen. J. A. GARFIELD, Chief of Staff: SIR: I have the honor to make the following report in regard to the condition of affairs at this point: The officer of the day reports that the river rose 2~ inches from 9 a. m. until 3 p. m. yes- terday. The bridge across the Chickamanga having been washed away by the rising of the creek, he could not determine what the rise was on account of not being able to cross and on account of the darkness. At this time, 7 a. in., the creek is much swollen. Further than this everything is quiet and all right. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, DANL. McCOOK Colonel, Commanding Bri~ade. HDQRS. SECOND BRIG., THIRD DIV., 4TH ARMY CORPS, Chattanooga, October 15, 18637 p. m. (Received headquarters Dept. of the Cumberland, 18th.) General T. J. WOOD, Officer of the Day: GENERAL: I have the honor to report that I have minutely iPspected all parts of the picket-line of the Fourth Army Corps. I find that part of the line in front of what was the Twentieth Army Corps, now a part of the front of this corps, strongly picketed by two brigades (old organization), one regiment in each brigade deployed as pickets, properly disposed as such, one regiment in each brioade being in reserve, while two regiments of each brigade occupy a line of out-works, some half mile in rear. The enemys pickets are in one place along this line within 100 paces of our own, the entire line here being in close proximity. They have slihht works to cover their pickets, and at one place a light line of rifle-pits can be seen Page 392 392 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. tOHAP. XLII. about 600 yards from our pickets. This is at the Tannery. There has been no work on these works to-day, as was at one time reported. The pickets or regiments on pickeTh in this front are relieved every four days. In front of the old Twenty-first Army Corps, our pickets and those of the enemy are about 400 yards apart. Ours are covered by slight works and the railroad; I could not see whether the enemy have works or not. Each brigade (old organiza- tion) furnishes about 100 men for duty here, who are relieved every day. I found the line strong here also. The line of pickets every- where seemed but little longer than the line of battle of their com- mand. The pickets were everywhere vigilant. The proximity of the enemys lines in some places appeared too great, and it was frequently reported that on many parts of the line conversations were held, papers exchanged, and other civilities passed.. I ordered that it be discontinued during my tour of duty, and would respectfully suggest that this practice, which can result in no good to us and might in much to the enemy, be prohibited in future. I could discover no defects in the line requiring notice. I am, veryrespectfully, your obedient servant W. B. HAZEN, Brigadier-General, Picket Officer, Fourth Corps. rlndorsement.]. HEADQUARTERS THIRD DIvISIoN, FOURTH ARMY CORPS, Chattanooga, October 17, 1863. Respectfully forwarded for the information of the commanding general of the army. The delay in receiving one of these reports until late yesterday evening has caused delay in forwarding by me, which I regret. TH. J. WOOD, Brigadier- General, Commanding. IIEADQUAPTERS THIRTY-NINTH INDIANA REGIMENT, October 15, 1863. Colonel GODDARD, Adjutant-General, Department of the Cumberland: I examined the various gaps of the mountain to the right of the Anderson road for some miles. I did not find a road from the Sem- inary or gaps to the right of the Anderson road, but I found Jacks Gap (which is on the west side of the ridge and 6 miles to the right of the Anderson road and 5 miles to the left of the Poe roa(l) a favor- able ascent; and there is a road, which with but little work might be made good, leading into the Poe road 5 miles from the top of the mountain. There is a road leading from Jacks Gap to the Ander- son road, but it is not a good road; it intersects the Anderson road 5 miles from the top of the mountain. This gap, being on the west side of the mountain, might be used for trains going to Stevenson, leaving the gaps to the right and left for loaded teams. There is a road leading from Smiths Cross-Roads (11 miles above Poes Cross- Roads) across the mountain, which is a fair mountain road, but it is 20 miles farther by that route to Stevenson. Those are the only roads I could find which are not in use by the Goverurnent trains Page 393 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ErC.UNiON. 393 Major Evans did not receive my dispatch until I reached the reg- irnent. Our train had gone to Stevenson for rations and did not get back before I reached the regiment. I have brought one-half of the regiment to Poes Cross-Roads, and left the other at the Sequatchie to get across and bring forward all the rations they can when the trains reach the river. We were cut down one-half in our transpor- tation when on the last campaign. We cannot subsist our men and horses unless we have more transportation. Rations and forage are very remote from our present camp. Yours, obediently, THOS. J. HARRISON, Colonel Thirty-ninth Regiment Indiana Volunteers. [Indorsement.] Harrison to unite with Atkins and help guard the rilTer; to report how many wagons he has and how many more he thinks necessary. W. S. R., Major- General. HDQRS. NINETY-EIGHTH REGIMENT OHIO VOL. INFTRY., Near Chattanooga, Tenn., October 15, 1863. Colonel MITCHELL, Commanding Second Brigade: COLONEL: I have the honor to submit the following report of the operations of the detachment of infantry and artillery sent nuder my command to the Narrows on the evening of the 11th instant. I placed the infantry in favorable position on the river-bank before daylight on Monday morning. After daylight I opened fire on the rebel sharpshooters with shell from one piece of artillery stationed on~ the new road of the mountain. After firing a few rounds I found the range too great to be effective. I then removed it to a point on the river road and again opened fire. Here the artillery was within reach of their sharpshooters, and I deemed it prudent to retire after firing eight or ten rounds. The infantry were or- dered to fire on every person seen on the opposite shore. They kept a sharp fire all day but without effect, as the rebels were effectually concealed behind rocks and in the thick woods that cover the mountain side. I do not think there was a large force of the enemy there, probably not more than 200 in all, scattered along the river bank for 2 or 3 miles. At the point where they did the most dam- age to our trains the road runs not more than 50 yards from the river-bank. The river is probably 300 yards wide. Artillery can- not bear on the position, from which they fire here, with canister- shot unless it is placed in fair ranbe of their rifles, and then will be without protection. I reconnoitered the road carefully and gathered all the information I could from officers who had been stationed there, and am of the opinion that it is impracticable to render it safe for wagon trains unless we hold the opposite side of the river. I removed the dead mules and the wagons so that trains could pass along the road. I was relieved by a detail from the Eighteenth Kentucky and a company of sharpshooters sent from Chattanooga on Tuesday morning, 13th instant. Very respectfully, your obedient servant JAME~ M. STIANE, ifajor, (Jommandin g Detachment Page 394 394 KY., SW. VA., TE~N., MISS., . ALA., ANI) 1. GA. [CHAP. XLII. HDQRS. EIGHTEENTH KENTUCKY VOLUNTEER INFANTRY, Camp near Williams island, October 15, 1863. Maj. WILLIAM MCMICHAEL, Assi. Adjt. (Jen., Department of thLi C~umberiaud: MAJOR: IL have under my command at this point my own mer~, in number 200 for duty, and 50 picked men of the First Ohio Sh~ rp- shooters. The latter are on duty during daylight, in addition to a daily picket detail of 50 nren of the Eighteenth Kentucky. As I have before reported, work on the road is suspended between this point and Big Suck Creek, for the reason that the men are exposed to the fire of the enemys sharpshooters. The Pioneer battalion and the working parties sent out to assist them moved camp over the mountain this morning. They are not considered under my command. The late rains have swelled the mountain streams so as to render the river road impassable. A scouting party sent out to-day found it impossible to pass Little Suck Creek. Under cover of darkness it mabe crossed on the unfinished bridge, which is com- manded by the enemys sharpshooters, and another party will attempt it before daylight in the morning. So soon as I can hear form it I shall fQrward a report in reference to the telegraph wire. The enemy has been unusually quiet to-day. The officer command- ing sharpshooters reports very few in sight. I am, very respectfully, HUBBARD K. MILWARD, Lieutenant- Colonel, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS U. S. FORCES, Battle Creek, Tenn., October 15, 1863. Lieutenant-Colonel GODDARD, Assistant Adjutant- General, Dept. Headquarters: SIR The continued rains are causing more or less detention to the prompt passage of trains. The roads are reported very bad between Stevenson and this place. I have directed Colonel Lyon to detail the necessary pioneer force from his command to put the road in good order~ The river and Battle Creek are rising rapidly ; the pon- toons across the latter are being well attended to. The officer in charge of working party at Sequatchie River reports that the rise in the river has seriously interrupted the work upon the bridge. A pontoon train has gone forward, and the necessary detail has been made to assist in constructing pontoon bridge. Every effort will be made to pass trains in the morning. Very respectfully, JAMES D. MORGAN, Brigadier- General, Conunanding. HEADQUARTERS ANDERSON CAVALRY, Robersons, October 15, 1863. Col. JOHN TILLSON, Commanding Brigade: COLONEL: I have the honor to acknowledge receipt of your favor of the 13th. I understand from it that you have five regiments of imifantr Page 395 I~HAP. XLII.J CORnESPONDENCE, ETC.UNIOIN. 895 stretched across the valley from the east mountain (Waldens Ridge) to the Sequatchie River. There is as you are aware a main road extending the whole length of the valley on the west side of the Sequatchie River. I have all the roads and trails leading from this main road over the Cumber- land Mountains picketed from Dunlap to the Lamb trail, 9 miles above it in the valley. But there are several trails and roads over the Cumberland Ridge, south of Dunlap, that I cannot picket. It would seem that some force should be at Therman, and that the mountain trails between Therman and Dunlap should be picketed, or the main valley road connecting them be frequently patrolled. The propriety of withdrawing the courier-line across the mountain at Andersons and making the connection with your camp by the Poe road has been discussed, I understand, at headquarters. This should by no means be done, as it is 5 miles nearer from my camp to Chattanooga by way of Andersons than by Poes Tavern, and it will be greatly out of the way to send from Chattanooga to you by way of Poes Tavern. Wonl d it not be well for you to represent this fact to headquarters? General Spears sent me word yesterday from his camp on Sale Creek that Colonel Byrd, the adva~nce of Burusides army, has his brigade at Post Oak Springs, on this side of the river in Roane County, and that his pickets extend down the river as far as Cotton Port (where Wheelers cavalry recently crossed). Scouts just returned from the south side of the river report the enemys strength, between Harrison and the Hiwassee River, at 1,000 to 1,500. The courier-line from Chattanooga to Washington was expected to be extended through to Burusides command yesterday. Can you tell me whether the Lit tie Sequatchie River is past fording above Jasper on the road from Dunlap down the valley? I have a train by that route for subsistence. Do you have any communication with Jasper or Battle Creek? We have an excellent bridge across the Big Sequatchie River, near here at Therman. I shall be pleased to hear from you. What is going on below or at Chattanooga? Yours, & c., WM. J. PALMER, Colonel, Gommanding. NASHVILLE, October 15, 18637 p. m. General GARFIELD, Chief of Staff: Major-General Hooker has informed me that I can withdraw the regiments of my division between Murfreesborough and Stevenson. Shall I telegraph them to come this way? I would like to have the One hundred and second immediately, as Boyle is urgently demanding the Ninety-first Indiana guarding the posts between here and Murfreesborough. If you will authorize me to borrow 300 horses, saddles, and equipments, I will be able to break up Haw- kins recruiting. Received another communication to-day corrobo- rating my former report. R. S. GRANGER, Brigadier- General, Commanding Page 396 ~9~3 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND ~. GA. [~JHAP. XLII. HDQRS. THIRD BRIG., THIRD Div., RESERVE CORPS, Sale Greek, Tenn., October 13, 1863. Brigadier-General REYNOLDS, Chief of Staff, Department of the ~Jumberland: GENERAL: Until the reception of yonr directions received yester- day, I had no order to report to headquarters daily. In the future 1 shall with pleasure do so. My command is in good condition and fine spirits. The river is rising and believed to be not fordable at any point. The brigade of Col. R. K. Byrd, of Burnsides command, pickets the river as far down as Cotton Port. Your information that the country between this point and Cotton Port is not patrolled is incorrect. Communi- cation is daily kept up. The Sixth Regiment is at Blythes Ferry, one company at Dough- tys Ferry, two at mouth of Sale Creek, and the remainder of my forces are guarding roads and passes to this place and the river, and protecting the train as Qrdered. Information was received yesterday irom citizens that there were three regiments of the enemy above Hiwassee, on the south side of Tennessee River. My scouts report between 1,000 and 1,300 of the enemy on the south side of the river, composed of infantry and cavalry, between Harrison and the Hiwas- see River; they occasionally, almost daily, come to the river in small squads and fire across at my men. My forces at the river all report their intrenchments as ordered complete and ready, except Coopers, at Blythes Ferry, which will be in a short time done, and would have been done now but for the want of tools. There is a report from persons coming in camp that the enemy (Wheelers forces) are endeavoring to return in this direction; whether reliable or not I do not pretend to say. The fords at the different places on Tennessee River where my forces are located are all effectu- ally blockaded, so that the enemy cannot cross without the blockade is removed. I am, general, very respectfully, your obedient servant, JAMES G. SPEARS, Brigadier- General, Commanding. HDQRS. THIRD BRIG., THIRD DIv., RESERVE CORPS, Sale Creek, Tenn., October 15, 1863. Maj. Gen. J. J. REYNOLDS, Chief of StaJf Department of the Cumberland: GENERAL: The rain here continues to fall and the water-courses to rise. A regular courier-line exists now from this point to Chatta- nooga. The courier-line of Colonel Palmer is established from his quarters across Waldens Ridge and connects with the courier-line to Chattanooga at Possum Creek, 3~ miles below this point. There is no official or reliable information here from the rebel forces under \Vheeler. There is a rumor that they are attempting to return to the Tennessee River by the same route they went out; whether true or not I camnot say. There is no information from the south side of the river further than is given in the last dispatch to you. To picket the river from Cotton Port to mouth of Soddy will embrace a distance of 29 miles and the protection of eight fords across the river, and also requires the guarding and picketing of si Page 397 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 397 roads, good passways for infantry and cavalry across the mountain, all of which will more plainly appear by reference to a map of the ridge or mountain, the valley road, the road across the mountain, their different prongs and points of striking the fords, which is desired to be examined as a part of this report. My effective force is 1,974, including Wild~rs, at this place, and they are all upon duty now and in such manner, necessarily so, that a concentration in force would be very difficult in case of an attack. I respectfully ask, for information and to enable me to act correctly, that the boundary which it is intended for me to hold, picket, and defend, be defined, and I will hold such boundary if it be in the range of human power for the forces under my command to do so. I further respectfully report that there is no ford at the mouth of Soddy, and the river at that point is deep and the river still rising. I am positively ordered to keep one regiment at Blythes Ferry, and if I have to forage for my command and those of Wilders here, includ- ing a large train, and to place one other regiment at mouth of Soddy, there will be hut one regiment left to picket all the roads, guard the train and forage, & c. I am, general, very respectfully, your obedient servant, JAMES G. SPEARS, Brigadier- General, Commanding. DECHERD, October 15, 1863. Major-General ROSECRANS: I have just arrived here. Ordered General Crook to Flint River Bridge with division and Wilders brigade. McCooks division is encamped 4 miles south of Winchester. The enemys cavalry are all whipped and driven south of the Tennessee River, with a loss of not less than 3,000. My men are destittite of provisions and cloth- ing; are very much in need of horses and rest. R. B. MITCHELL, Brigadier-General, Commanding. DECHERD, October 15, 1863. General R. B. MITCHELL: The train left before I got back. I will not come to Stevenson. Dont fail to send provisions to Flint River Bridge. I will have some one to receive them. Please find out whether I am ordered to Virginia, and let me know by the train. GEORGE CROOK, Brigadier-General. HEADQUARTERS TWELFTH CORPS, Wartrace, Tenn,., October 15, 1863. Maj. Gen. D. BUTTERFIELD, Chief of Staff, Stevenson, Ala.: I have the honor to forward herewith the following as the dispo- sition of the troops of this corps: First Battalion, Tenth Maine Volunteers (corps provost guard), at Wartrace. First Diy4sion, ~rig9 Gen, A, ~, Willhvms; he~clqwE~rters Page 398 398 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. First Brigade, First Division, Brig. Gen. J. F. Knipe; headquar- ters at Decherd. Twentieth Connecticut at Cowan; Third Maryland at tunnel, 2 miles beyond; Col. S. Ross commanding at Cowan and vicinity. Forty-sixth Pennsylvania, Fifth Conpecticut, One hundred and twenty-first and One hundred and forty-fifth New York Volun- teers; Batteries F, Fourth United States, and M, First New York Artillery, at Decherd; Brig. Gen. J. F. Knipe commanding post. Third Brigade, First Division, General T. H. Ruger; headquar- ters at Tullahoma. Third Wisconsin, Second Massachusetts, eight companies One hundred and seventh New York, at Elk River; two companies One hundred and seventh New York at water-tank and culvert, Estill Springs; Col. William Hawley commanding post at Elk River and vicinity. Twenty-seventh Indiana, Thirteenth New Jersey, and seven com- panies One hundred and fiftieth New York Volunteers, at Tullahorna. Three companies One hundred and fiftieth New York at trestle- work, 3 miles south of Tullahoma. Brig. Gen. T. H. Ruger commanding post at Tullahoma and vi- cinity. Second Division, Brig. Gen. John W. Geary; headquarters Mur- freesborough. First Brigade, Second Division, Col. Charles Candy; headquar- ters Duck River. Sixty-sixth Ohio between Wartrace and Bell Buckle, guarding bridges; Seventh Ohio guarding Garrisons Fork bridge; headquar- ters of both of these regiments at Wartrace. Eighty-fifth Indiana, and Battery K, Fifth U. S. Artillery, at Wartrace; Col. W. R. Creighton commanding post at Wartrace. Twenty-eighth and One hundred and forty-seventh Pennsylvania at Duck River with brigade headquarters. Twenty-ninth Ohio and seven companies Fifth Ohio at Normandy trestle, Col. John H. Patrick commanding post. One company Twenty-ninth Ohio at water-tank between Nor- inandy and Tullahoma. The road is patrolled twice a day between Bell Buckle and within 2 miles of Tullahoma. Second Brigade, Second Division, Col. George A. Cobham; head- quarters at Christiana. One hundred and eleventh Pennsylvania, Lient. Col. T. M. Walker, at Cliristiana, on picket duty and patrolling the railroad from within 3 miles of Murfreesborough to Murrays Cut. One hundred and ninth Pennsylvania, Capt. F. L. Gimber, at the Millersburg and Columbus Cross-Roads, on picket and patrolling railroad, to connect with One hundred and eleventh Pennsylvania. Twenty-ninth Pennsylvania, Col. W. Rickards, at Fosterville (two companies at Shelbyville) on picket, patrolling railroad to Bell Buckle and connecting with. One hundred and ninth Pennsylvania. Third Brigade, Second Division, Brig. Gen. George S. Greene; headquarters Murfreesborough. Seventy-eighth New York Volunteers, Lieut. Col. H. von Hammer- stein, on railroad bridge over west fork of Stones River, about 3 miles south of Murfreesborough. Sixtieth New York Volunteers, Col. A. Godard, One hundred and second New York Volunteers, Colonel Lane, and Nineteenth Michi- gan Volunteers, Col. H. C. Gilbert, stationed at Murfreesborough, near railroad depot Page 399 CHAP. XLII.] COliRESPONDENCE, ETC.UINJON. 399 One hundred and forty-ninth New York Volunteers, Licut. Col. C. B. Randall, Twenty-second Wisconsin Volunteers, Col. W. L. Utley, and detachments of convalescents, ill Fortress Rosecrans. One hundred and thirty-seventh New York Volunteers, Col. D. Ireland, guarding trains going to Tantalum Knaps IPI (Independent Pennsylvania), Battery, Capt. Charles A. Atwell, at Murfreesborough. Fortress ilosecrans, Maj. C. Houghtaling, First Illinois Light Artillery, commanding. Detachments of dismounted cavalry, Lieut. Col. J. J. Seibert, on court-house square, Murfreesborough. Detachment of Fourth Last Tennessee Cavalry, Lient. Col. J. M. Thornburgh, at Murfreesborough, when not out on scouting duty. Detachment of infantry, First Brigade, Fourth Division, Four- teenth Army Corps, Lieut. G. W. Boggess, near Fort Rosecrans. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, H. W. SLOCUM Major- General of Volunteers, Commanding. HDQRS. THIRD BRIG., FIRST DIv., 12TH ARMY CORPS, Capt. ~. E. PITTMAN, Tullahoma, Teun., October 15, 1863. Assistant Adjutant- General, First Division: SIR: I have the honor to submit the following report of the don- dition of the means of defense at bridges, stations, & c., on line of railroad from Tullahoma to Decherd At Tullahoina there is a bastioned earth-work of four points with- out out-works; there are no guns Inounted. Three 24-pounder siege guns left, as I am informed, by the enemy might be mounted. There ai e at the post four field pieces, three 12-poundeT Napoleons, and one 3-inch rifled. There is a well in the work, but the water is reporte(l as unwholesome. The fort commands the approaches well. The timber, with the exception of a small grove, is cut down within musketry range. A sudden dash at the depot might be made under cover of the houses of the village, in case of small garrison at the post. A suit- able stockade would guard against this. At trestle bridge, 3 miles south of Tullahoma, there is no stockade or other work for defense; the woods approach the bridge closely. The trestle could be very well protected by a stockade at each end of the bridge on opposite sides of the railroad embankment. It ~ ould be difficult to protect the stockade from artillery fire, as the ground rises gradually for some distance one-third of a mile each way from trestle. At water-tank at Estill Springs there is no defensive work. At Elk River there is, on north side of river near bridge, a good stockade; also 011 same side of river a small circular stockade about 200 yards up the river, covering a ford. On the south bank of river there is an earth-work in form of two squares joined at corner, nearly completed, which will serv Page 400 400 KY,, SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. a good purpose, also traverse protection for guns from fire from so ~th side of river. rfhere~ is some timber standing on both sides of the railroad within rifle range of works. There is a position on each side of the river fvom which the bridge could be destroyed by artillery fire, but such position would in either case be within 300 to 000 yards of the earth- work. The supply of rations at all points referred to is three days. 1 have no knowledge of the supply of wood; will ascertain and report specially. Supply of water at works at Elk River could not be cut ott so long as works were all held. I would respectfully report that I telegraphed for intrenching tools on my arrival here, and have sent my brigade quartermaster to attend to the matter. I have also sent for ten days rations for the command, which is the amount I purpose to keep on hand at all points. It is also my intention to construct additional defenses as follows: Stockade near depot at Tullahoma, with parapet protection. Two stockades near trestle bridge, 3 miles south of Tullahoma, one on each side of railroad embankment, with good abatis and cut timber beyond rifle range. Good stockade with earth-work protection at water-tank at Estill Springs. Additional stockade at Elk River bridge on south side of river; also rifle-pits on right and left of earth-work running to river on one side and to rajlroad embankment on the other. The works at Elk River are being pushed forward as rapidly as possible by means of tools and implements in hands of engineer troops at that point. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, THOS. H. RUGER, Brigadier- General, U. S. Volunteers, Gommanding. HEADQUARTERS ELEVENTH CORPS, October 15, 18031.15 a. m. Major-General RoSEcRANS: GENERAL: Your dispatch received. Have ordered boats to pro- ceed without delay by river and wagons by land to Battle Creek, there to load. 0. 0. HOWARD, JIIc4jor- General. KNOXVILLE, October 15, 1803 (Received 9.13 a. in., 10th.) Hon. E. M. STANTON: In case officers are appointed to assist in the office of a comlnissary of musters, is that commissary fulfilling the spirit of the certificate which he has to sign when he is satisfied that proper musters have been made by tbese officers? It is impossible for all the mustering to be done in this department by the officers allowed by the order, and I propose to obta4~ some assistance. Can I do so? Please am swer at once~ A~ J~, BURNSIDE, ~Jia~jor-C#en~rc Page 401 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 401 KNOXVILLE, TENN., October 15, 1863. (Received 10 p. in., 16th.) The PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES: In the name of Christianity and humanity! in the name of God and liberty! for the sake of their wives and children and every- thing they hold sacred and dear on earth! the loyal people of Tennessee appeal to you and implore you not to abandon them again to the merciless dominion of the rebels by a withdrawal of the U. S. forces from upper East Tennessee. J. L. WILLIAMS, N. G. TAYLOR, E~r.M.C. WAR DEPARTMENT, ADJUTANT-GENERALS OFFICE, Washington, D. CY., October 15, 1863. Major-General BUENSIDE, Comdg. Department of the Ohio, Cincinnati, Ohio: Revoke order for Tenth Michigan Cavalry to proceed to head- quarters Department of the Cumberland. Do not send away troops now guarding prisoners at Camp Douglas until their places are sup- plied by invalid companies. By command: E. D. TOWNSEND, Assistant Adjutant- General. N. H. MCLEAN, DETROIT, October 15, 1863. Assistant Adjutant-General: The Tenth Michigan Cavalry ha-s only two companies mustered into service. The balance of the men enlisted belong to unorgan- ized companies. The regiment is not in condition to move without material damage to it. It is filling up rapidly, and if allowed to re- main a short time will be fully organized. AUSTIN BLAIR, Governor. MUNIIORDVILLE, October 15, 1863. Capt. A. C. SEMPLE, Louisville: I have just received dispatch from Capt. A. G. Hobson, of Bowl- ing Green. His deputy provost-marshal of Allen County reports rebels crossing Cumberland at Celina on 1:3th instant, 1,100 strong, two pieces artillery. Colonel Strickland moves to Glasgow this morning with his regiment and Sixth Michigan Battery. If rebels have crossed it is possible they will move through Edmonton in di- rection of Greensburg and out by Columbia. Colonel Spaulding has been instructed. E. H. HOBSON, Brigadier-General. 26 R RYOL XXX, PT I Page 402 402 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLIL MUNFORDYILLE, October 15, 1863. Colonel SPAULDING, Glasgow: The deputy provost-marshal of Allen County reports to Capt. A. G. Hobson, of Bowling Green, that rebels were crossing Cumber- land at Celina, 13th instant, 1,100 and two pieces of artillery. Send out parties to ascertain the fact. Colonel trickland left this place this morning for Glasgow with artillery and infantry. It wonld be well to send out small force in direction of Edmonton also. E. H. HOBSON, Brigadier-General. MUNFORDYILLE, Ky., October 15, 1863. Captain HARE or Lieutenant FARMER, Elizabethtown: Small parties rebels passed up Bardstown pike last night. Send part of your force and scour the country from Elizabethtown by Hodgensville, Hammonville, to burned bridge, on Green River. ~ieep patrol on railroad, south of Elizabethtown. E. H. HOBSON, Brigadier-General. JONESBOROUGH, October 15, 1863. Major-General BURNSIDE: My forces are disposed in the following order: Ninth Michigan Cavalry, 1 mile in rear of Jonesborongh, on Greeneville road, with two companies for pickets to front, reserve on hill beyond Jones- borough; the Twenty-third indiana Battery on left of road, two sections covering Jonesborough road, supported by Twelfth Ken- tucky Infantry; one section covering Blountville road, supported by Eighth Tennessee Infantry; two sections of Tennessee battery on left of Jonesborough road in reserve, supported by One hundred and third Ohio. All the approaches are guarded by cavalry vedettes, and, in addition, I have a chain picket of infantry pretty well throughout. I have called upon my commissary officer for report of small rations and bread, which I will send as soon as he returns. We have good supply of beef-cattle, and have sent out 2 miles to procure flour. I have nothing from front this morning. I am establishing com- munication with General Shackelford, by line of courier, to Blount- yule. W. A. HOSKINS, Colonel, Commanding Brigade. LOUDON, October 15, 1863. General BuR~sIDE: I have received the following: HDQRS. FIRST BRIG., FOURTH Div., TWENTY-THIRD ARMY CORPS, Post Oak Springs, October 15, 1863. Capt. HENRY CURTIS, Jr., Assistant Adjutant-General: CAPTAIN: Our pickets at a ford 7 miles below here report the enemy in consider- ~1A~ force ~ miles from the ford Page 403 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNIoN. 403 I have sent 100 men to resist the crossing of the enemy. The river is still forda- ble; I think I can prevent them from crossing. I do not know the force that is there. It is reported that they are advancing toward the ford. Colonel Byrd is very sick, and has resigned the command of the brigade this morning. I think Lieutenant-Colonel Bond will take command, but it is not decided yet. Respectfully, yours, & c., JAS. McCARTNEY Acting Assistant Adjutant-Gen~ral. J. WHITE, Brigadier-General. CAIRo, ILL., October 16, 18639 a. m. Major-General HALLECK, (Received 10.40 ix in.) General-in- Chief: I have just arrived, and report in pursuance with instructions of the 3d instant. The staff and headquarters are with me. U. S. GRAiNT, Major- General. CAIRO, ILL., October 16, 186311.30 a. m. Maj. Gen. H. W. HALLECK, (Received 9 ix in.) General-in-Chief: Rebels seem to have moved north with most of the cavalry in Mis- sissippi, and also with Lorings division. Loring and a portion of the cavalry moved up the Mobile railroad; Chalmers and others, with 3,000 to 5,000 cavalry and some artillery, up the Mississippi Central. Their place back of Vicksburg is filled by two brigades of infantry. General McPherson moved out with all the force he could take, on the 12th, intending to drive the enemy from the Mississippi Central Railroad. He will stay several days at Canton, and send the cav- alry as far to the east as they can safely go. The Charleston railroad was attacked at Collierville on the 11th. They were repulsed with a loss to us of about 100 killed and wounded, but after destroying one bridge and the camp and garrison equipage of the Sixty-sixth Indiana a ch got south of their force, and when I left Memphis had been fighting them for two days. Brigadier-General Sweeny was near him with an infantry force, and I am in hopes before this Chalmers force is entirely broken up. If the Columbus railroad is opened it will be necessary to abandon the railroad from Memphis. I would rather advise depending on the country, the Tennessee River, and the Nashville and Chattanooga Railroad for supplying our arniies. The Charleston railroad is completed to Inka, and the work progressing eastward. General Sherman was ar Corinth as I passed, with a portion of his force to the east of him. Price is reported to have left Arkadelphia and gone to Washington. I directed General Hurlbut to advise Steele to send a cavalry force to Arkadelphia and destroy the salt-works, powder-mills, & c. It is not practicable to withdraw a portion of Steeles force, U, S. GRANT, 2fajor- rwr~ Page 404 404 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. WASHINGTON, October 16, 18639 p. m. Major-General GRANT, Gairo, Ill.: You will immediately proceed to the Gait House, Louisville, Ky., where you will meet an officer of the War Department with your orders and instructions. You will take with you your staff, & c., for immediate operations in the field. Wait at Louisville for officer of the War Department. H. W. HALLECK, General-in-Chief. WASHINGTON, D. C., October 16, 1863. Major-General GRANT, Louisville, Ky.: GENERAL: You will receive herewith the orders of the President of the United States placing you in command of the Departments of the Ohio, Cumberland, and Tennessee. The organization of these departments will be changed as you may deem most practicable. You will immediately proceed to Chattanooga and relieve General Rosecrans. You can communicate with Generals Burnside and Sherman by telegraph. A summary of the orders sent to those officers will be sent to you immediately. It is left optional with you to supersede General Rosecrans by General G. H. Thomas or not. Any other changes will be made on your request by telegraph. One of the first objects requiring your attention is the supply of your armies. Another is the security of the passes in the Georgia mountains to shut out the enemy from Tennessee and Kentucky. You will consult with General Meigs and Colonel Scott in regard to transportation and supplies. Should circumstances permit I will visit you personally in a few days for consultation. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, H. W. HALLECK, General-in-Chief. GENERAL ORDERS, WAR DEPARTMENT, ADJUTANT-GENERALS OFFICE, No. 337. ) Washington, October 16, 1863. I. By direction of the President of the United States the Depart- ments of the Ohio, of the Cumberland, and of the Tennessee will con- stitute the Military Division of the Mississippi. II. Maj. ~en. U. S. Grant, U. S. Army, is placed in command of the Military Division of the Mississippi, headquarters in the field. III. Maj. Gen. W. S. Rosecrans, U. S. Volunteers, is relieved from the command of the Department and Army of the Cumberland. Maj. Gen. G. H. Thomas is hereby assigned to that command. By order of the Secretary of War: E. D. TOWNSEND, Assistant Adjutant- General Page 405 CiIAP. XLII.) CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNJON. 405 HEADQUARTERS FIFTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Corinth, October 16, 18635.30 a. in. Maj. Gen. S. A. HURLBUT, Commanding District of Memphis: GENERAL: It is now rednced to a demonstration that the only force that could possibly threaten Memphis and the railroad west of Grand Junction is that of Chalmers, which I beat off from Collierville with 500 men, and which Colonel Hatchs cavalry has pushed across the Tallahatchie at Wyatt; therefore yon have an excess of men at this time west of Grand Junction. The enemy has pushed Lees cavalry to and beyond Tuscumbia, and there is no donbt that the Okolona force, Lorings division, and the released Vicksburg garrison is being shoved around toward Northeast Alabama. I therefore request that on Sunday and Mon.- day you make up a command of about eight regiments, mostly from Memphis (Fullers brigade), and send them, lightly equipped, to Buzzard Roost, beyond Bear Creek, to communicate with me at Florence. Should I want them they will be in reach; otherwise from that point they can threaten Columbus quite as well as from Grand Junction. The enemy can and will break the railroad, but we should guard the vital points and hold Hatchs cavalry well massed at points on Coldwater, varying every few days, prepared to sally and strike to the south. I admit I am not satisfied with Hatchs management. I hear of no collision, of no killed. He seems to hover round when he should dash in with the saber and pistol. If we allow Chalmers, with that force, to neutralize your whole command we deserve defeat, for it is bad management and want of caution on our part. As to Memphis, if I could defend Collierxrille without a heavy gun you can surely protect Memphis with your heavy batteries and the mass of conva- lescents and citizens who throng the place. Also, on application, Steele would spare you some of your men from that quarter. You must admit I am overtaxing my command, marching them all the way, without a lift from the railroad, and repairing railroad ahead. I am fully aware that your command is already much reduced, but also that the enemy is much reduced in Mississippi, and that with the river open and available he will make no attempt on it, except by small annoying parties. I am, with respect, your obedient servant, W. T. SHERMAN, Major- General, c~omntanding. CORINTH, October 16, 1863. General HURLEUT: I send you~by to-days mail a letter asking you to place a consid- erable force near Bear Creek after I have passed on. I merely send this telegraphic notice that you may think over the proposition so as to answer promptly. I call for Fullers brigade from Memphis. W. T. SHERMAN, Major- General Page 406 406 i~x.. sw. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, ]Jiliemphis, Tenn., October 16, 1863. Brig. Gen. JOHN A. RAWLINS, Asst. A~jt. Gen., Department of the Tennessee: GENERAL: Major-General Steele reports the enemy retired to Washington, in Hempstead County, probably before this time in e Texas. General Sherman requires a brigade at Bear Creek, and I scarcely know how to fill it. I do not feel at liberty to call upon Steele for any part of his force, but would exceedingly like a Kim balls division, or at least Trues brigade, should be sent back to this line. If I am to hold Bear Creek and to attempt to hold the Columbus and Corinth railroad, I shall require at least a full division unless the Memphis and Charleston Railroad is abandoned, which is not advisable at present. My cavalry is coming in, and will be all on the line of railroad to-night. They followed and fought the enemy beyond Wyatt and only returned when out of ammunition. Dodge has gone out to Corinth to-day, and Carr will be in to-morrow. I have no distinct reports from Hatch as to casualties, & c., but will send by next mail. Sherman informs me that Lee with 4,000 cavalry crossed the Ten- nessee at Tuscumbia day before yesterday north. I think their whole disposable cavalry will be thrown into Middle Tennessee. I wish the general would order Trues brigade here from Little Rock, if not the division. Your obedient servant, ~. A. HURLBUT, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Memphis, Tenn., October 16, 1863. Major-General SHERMAN, Corinth, Miss.: I will send Fullers brigade on Sunday by land. I think the rail- road will have all it can do in transporting stores. It will be difficult to spare more an that brigade, but it is 2,300 strong. One of the mounted infantry regiments from Corinth will probably go with it. Dodge is instructed to spare all he can from his command. This will leave no movable infantry at Memphis. I shall. send to Steele for a brigade, but do not know that it w~i come. Leave orders with Dodge for the position of the force. S. A. HURLBUT, Major-General. HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Memphis, Tenn., October 16, 1863. Maj. Gen. W. T. SHERMAN, Comdg. Fifteenth Army Corps, Corinth, Miss.: GENERAL: Your letter is received. I shall march Fullers bri- gade overland. If it is necessary to move them quicker they can be picked up by cars Page 407 CHAP. XLII.] CO1~RESPONDENCE, ETC.ITNJOX. 407 The escape of Chalmers and Richardson is disgraceful. I yet have no particulars. The cavalry alone should have broken them and captured their ill-served artillery. The infantry lay two days at lludsonville, and by want of concert and want of spirit the enemy got off. For this there is now no help. I shall move the cavalry to the Coldwater, unless it be necessary, as it probably will, to send one regiment north of the road. Guerrillas are thickening up there, and expect Richardson with his force to-day to move on the river. This, however, you prevented at Collierville, and I do not think they will rally again for a week. The enrollment of citizens in Memphis would not amount to much, nor are they~ to be depended upon. I shall, by undertaking to extend my line to Buzzard Roost, in- evitably peril the road for some time, and very possibly may lose minor posts, but Moscow, La Grange, Pocahontas, Corinth, and Bear Creek can be held. You may rest assured I shall do all in my power to aid you in your movement. I am informed that quite a number of straggling sick of your corps are at La Grange. I have directed Surgeon Campbell to confer on this subject with McMillan, who moves out to-morrow to join you, and to have a sur- geon or two detailed to attend them. Very truly, your obedient servant, S. A. HURLBUT, ]Iiliajor- Genera[ HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Miemphis, Tenn., October 16, 1863. Maj. Gen. F. STEELE, Commanding Arkansas Expedition, Little Rock, Ark.: GENERAL: Sherman is moving out on the line of the Memphis and Charleston Railroad toward Athens to join and re-enforce Rosecrans. Grant has been ordered to Cairo to consult the Department, and as he has his entire headquarters with him, will, I think, be ordered to Nashville to command the entire movement on the Tennessee River. Sherman requests me to throw a strong force across Big Bear Creek, which reduces my strength at Memphis to the minimum, and in fact leaves me no movable force but cavalry. Under these circum- stances, and as it is apparent that the enemy have abandoned you, it is very necessary that Trues brigade return here as soon as prac- ticable. They must march to Helena, I presume, as the river is too low for boats; their heavy baggage under small guard may come by boats. I make this request of you because I consider myself reduced far too low in numbers to hold my line thus extended, and hope you will be aole to comply with it rapidly. General Grant suggested when here the propriety of a cavalry dash by you upon Arkadelphia, and desired me to communicate his wish. Your obedient servant, S. A. HURLBUT, Major-General Page 408 408 KY., ~3W. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. HEADQUARTERS SECOND DIVISION, In the Field, Byhalia, Jljijiss., October 16, 1863. Brig. Gen. E. A. CARR, Commanding Left Wing, Sixteenth Army Corps: GENERAL: I have just arrived here en route to Quinns Mill, where I will await further orders. I received your dispatch an hour ago, and will send the regiments named into Collierville to-day. Send me rations without delay, as I will be entirely out to-night. I will send my wagons into Collierville to-day for them. Respectfully, T. W. SWEENY, Brigadier-General. HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS Memphis, Tenn., October 16, 1863. Brigadier-General SwEENY, Quinns Mill: Move into La Grange by best road at once. S. A. HURLBUT, Major- General. Commanding officer at Collierville will forward this to General Sweeny. S. A. HURLBUT, Major- General. SPECIAL ORDERS, HDQRS. SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, No. 255. Memphis, Teun., October 16, 1863. * * * * * * * X. Fullers Ohio brigade will move in light marching order to Corinth, Miss., by land, taking with them their regimental trans- portation and sending their heavy baggage by rail under light guard. They will move at daylight on Sunday morning, 18th October, and will accomplish the march with all speed consistent with the well- being of men and animals. They will take six days rations and forage. Brigadier-General Veatch will supply the place of these regiments by the Eighty-ninth Indiana and One hundred and seven- teenth Illinois, and, if necessary, contract the line. These regiments will relieve the guards of the brigade on Saturday afternoon before dark. Written instructions will be furnished from these headquarters to the brigade commander. By order of Maj. Gen. S. A. Hurlbut: T. H. HARRIS, Assistant Adjutant-General. QUINNS MILL, October 16, 1863. Maj. Gen. S. A. JIURLI3UT: GEN.ERAL: In compliance with your orders of the 13th, received through General Carr, I have the honor to report my arrival at thi Page 409 CHAP. XLII] COflRLSPONDENCE, I~TC.UNJO~. 409 place, where I will await further orders. The regiments of the com- mand belonging to General Shermans corps have been ordered to Collierville by General Carr to take train for Corinth. My com- mand will be out of rations to-day. I have sent to General Carr to send me a supply. Respectfully, T. W. SWEENY, Brigadier-General. COLLIERVILLE, October 16, 1863. General HuRLBuT: Colonel Hatch wishes to know what disposition he shall make of the stock captured by his command. The colonel will arrive at this place this evening with his command. W. SCOTT BELDEN, Lient., and Acting Assistant Adjutant- General, Car. Div. [Indorsement.] Send the stock on here. S. A. HURLBUT, Major- General. COLLIERVILLE, October 16, 1863. Major-General SHERMAN: General Sweenys command did not reach Qninns Mill last night. I am informed by cavalry just in that they will probably not get there before to-night. Your orders to the two regiments were promptly sent forward. Will telegraph as soon as they are heard from. Respectfully, D. C. ANTHONY, Colonel, Commanding. COLLIERVILLE, October 16, 1863. Major-General SHERMAN: General Sweeny arrived at Quinns Mill at 12 m. to-day. Your two regiments will push on and reach here at about 4 or 5 oclock. D. C. ANTHONY, C~olonel, ~iJommanding. MEMPHIS, October 16, 1863. Major-General SHERMAN: An extra is waiting at Collierville in accordance with your tele- gram of yesterday. The agent there telegraphs me that he thinks the two regiments will not be there to-day. There is an ambulance train at Collierville asking fer transportation to La Grange with 20 wounded men and 30 mules. Shall I ship them? What regiments are they that you wish sent to Corinth? Answer. J. D. WEBSTER, Brigadier-General Page 410 410 i~x., sw. vi., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [OJIAP. XLII. CORINTH, October 16, 1863. General WEBSTER, iVfemphis: General Carr advised me yesterday from La Grange that the Fifty- fifth and One hundred and twenty-seventh Illinois absent with Sweeny would be at Quinns Mill last night. I sent orders for them to march to Collierville and take cars. Colonel Anthony at Colher- ville telegraphs me they are not yet at Quinns Mill. Use the train for any purpose, and be ready to send the two regiments to Juka the moment they reach the road. Telegraph to Colonel Anthony and he will advise you when they will be in. W. T. SHERMAN, ]IIc~jor- General. GENERAL ORDERS, HDQR5. FIFTEENTH ARMY CORPS, No. 80. Corinth, lliliiss., October 16, 1863. The following is announced as the organization of the corps on its present expedition: Maj. Gen. W. T. Sherman in command. Maj. Gen. F. P. Blair, jr., second in command. First Division, General P. J. Osterhaus commanding. Second Division, General Morgan L. Smith commanding. Third Division, General John E. Smith commanding. Fonrth Division, General Hugh Ewing commanding. Each division commander will proceed forthwith to prepare for an onward march, providing all possible means of transportation. But the railroad will afford means of heavy carriage for some days to come. By order of Maj. Gen. W. T. Sherman: R. M. SAWYER, Assistant Adjutant- General. SPECIAL ORDERS, HDQR5. FIFTEENTH ARMY CORPS, No. 196. Corinth, Miss., October 16, 1863. 1. The Second Division, General Morgan L. Smith, will move to- morrow forward to close up on General Osterhaus, passing John E. Smiths division. The absent regiments will follow by the road or by cars, as the case may require. This division will move from its camp on Clear Creek, following roads south of the railroad. 2. A wagon train of 200 wagons will be dispatched by roads north of the railroad, under escort of the Fifth Ohio Cavalry, and 100 wagons delivered to General John E. Smith at Burnsville and 100 to General Osterhaus at or beyond luka. 3. The First Division, General Osterhaus, will cross Bear Creek, and cause the railroad bridge to be repaired, so that our heavy stores can be carried by rail to any suitable place east of Bear Creek. 4. When the whole column is put in motion it will be in the order of First, Second, Third, and Fourth Division, till the head of column reaches the Tennessee River opposite Florence. Staff and other officers will make their dispositions accordingly. * * * * * * * By order of Maj. Gen. W. T. Sherman: R. M. SAWYER, Assistant Adjutant- General Page 411 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.TJNION. 411 JUKA, October 16, 1863. Capt. R. M. SAWYER, Assistant Adjutant-General: If you will have me informed of trains arriving and the number of men wanted, they will be always in readiness to unload when the cars get in. OSTERHAUS. HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CoRPs, Memphis, Tenn., October 16, 1863. Brigadier-General DODGE, Corinth, Miss.: General Sherman wants a force established at Bear Creek. Con- sult with him as to what number he wants and let me know if you can spare any, so as not to require moving a brigade from Memphis so far out. S. A. HURLBUT, Major- General. CORINTH, October 16, 1863. Major-General HURLEUT: General Sherman thinks that one brigade at least should be posted at Big Bear, and is very anxious to have it. I can hold road to that point but cannot hold Big Bear with present force. I think he will leave no troops on road longer than to get up supplies, but desires us to hold Big Bear so as to cover Eastport while he is north of river. Says he has written you fully. G. M. DODGE, Brigadier- General. POCAHONTAS, October 16, 1863. Major-General SHERMAN: Spooner crossed last night. I ordered him to go to Corinth to-day. Cockerill crossed this morning early, and one of his wagons broke the bridge. I have just got it repaired. Hicks is now crossing. Loomis will cross soon and we will all be in to-morrow. I will wait till the last is over. JNO. M. CORSE, Brigadier- General, C~ommanding Fourth Division. COLLIERVILLE, October 16, 1863. Colonel SPOONER: I have just arrived; my men are used~ up. Can I stay until morn- ing? The Fifty-seventh Ohio is with me. T. C. CHANDLER, Lieutenant- (Jolonel, Commanding Page 412 412 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. rOHAP. XLU CHEWALLA, October 16, 1863. R. M. SAWYER, Assistant Adjutant-General: Just reached here with my brigade all safe. Will start for Cor- inth at 2 oclock. Rations run out to-night. Can more be issued upon our arrival? Respectfully, BEN. J. SPOONER. GENERAL ORDERS, ~ HDQRS. 4TH Div., 15TH ARMY CORPS, No. 25. Corinth, Miss., October 16, 1863. In compliance with General Orders, No. 80, of this date, issued from corps headquarters, the undersigned re-assumes command of the Fourth Division, Fifteenth Army Corps. ]3y command of Brig. Gen. Hugh Ewing: E. B. HARLAN, Acting Assistant Adjutant-General. GLENDALE, October 16, 1863. Major SAWYER, Assistant Adjutant-General: Can you have the telegraph here ordered to Burnsville with us? There is no operator. JOHN E. SMITH, Brigadier- General. BYHALIA, October 16, 1863. Brig. Gen. E. A. CARR: GENERAL: I have just arrived at this place en route for Gaines Mills, where I will await further orders. I received your dispatch one hour ago, and will send the regiments mentioned into Collier- yule to-day. Shall be entirely out of rations to-night; will send my wagons into Collierville to bring out rations to my command to-day if they can be procured there. Respectfully, T. ~. SWEENY, Brigadier- General. CAMP DAVIES, October 16, 1863. Major-General SHERMAN: GENERAL: Your telegram this moment received. I will report forthwith at Corinth. THOS. T. HEATH Colonel Fifth Ohio Volunteer Gavalry Page 413 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 413 WAR DEPARTMENT, October 16, 186310.45 a. m. Brigadier-General MEIGS Nashville and Bridgeport: Your telegram of yesterday received. The operations in the De- partment of the Cumberland are of such importance that you had better remain there as long as your presence can be useful or con- tribute to the regulation of transportation and the important duties of your department. The crisis here will probably be over before you can arrive, and all reports indicate the necessity of a controlling and regulating mind where you are. EDWIN M. STANTON, Secretary of War. LOUIsVILLE, October 16, 18638 p. m. (Received 9 a. in., 17th.) Hon. E. M. STANTON: On arriving here to-night I met your dispatch. Will spend to- morrow here, and endeavor to get forward some supplies and ascer- tain what can be done here; then return to Nashville, and probably to Stevenson. The rebel cavalry, General Hooker informed me at Stevenson, had been attacked a second time and dispersed into small parties. If this be so the Twelfth Corps can be called forward by General Rosecrans. It appears t~ me of vital importance that he get possession of the river, at least as far as the rebel batteries on Lookout Mountain will permit him to use itthat is, either to 5 or 6 miles of Chattanoogato repair the roads over Waldens Ridge, so as to make it possible to throw full supplies of rations and forage into Chattanooga by wagon trains. It will require much work, and more time than I fear can be spared. This labor must be performed by the troops. The roads from Bridgeport to Battle Creek will, after the rains, be almost impassable. It was very bad when I came through. I will send forward tools, and urge upon the generals commanding the importance of straining every nerve upon this work. The troops must do the work. M. C. MEIGS, Quartermaster- General. NASHVILLE, October 16, 1863. General ROSECRANS: Captain Perkins sent to Stevenson to Captain Warren a week ago 2,500 each, shovels, picks, and axes; has as many more here and twice as many in Louisville. You can order what you need, there- fore. General Howard has 300 men on the road to Battle Creek, hav- ing no tools for more. A large force ought to be at work on each slope of the mountain; road good except ascent and descent of mount- am, and from Jasper to Bridgeport; Sequatchie Valley road good, rest infamous. Forage and feed depots are needed at each base of the mountain to feed passing trains. Escort duty badly performed; men ride or straggle with guns in wagons. M. C. MEIGS, Quartermaster- Genera Page 414 414 KY., SW. VA., ThNN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. NASHVILLE, TENN., October 16, 1863. (Received 10.20 p. in.) lou. E. M. STANTON, Secretary of War: I arrived here last night. On examination I find great want of power and equipment between this and the front. Have telegraphed Anderson to bring forward engines and cars from the East. You had better authorize Anderson to increase number of engines to twenty-five or thirty. I may have to transfer engines from Louis- ville railroad to Chattanooga line for a few weeks, to forward sup- plies to the front from Nashville. I will report more fully this evening. THOS. A. SCOTT, Colonel and Aide-de-Camp. NASHVILLE, TENN., October 16, 18638 p. m (Received 2.20 p. in., 17th.) Hon. E. M. STANTON: On further examination I find by borrowing two locomotives from the Louisville road that.the present car stock on Chattanooga line can be made to supply the pressing wants of the army until new engines and cars arrive, when full supplies can be given them. Will return to Louisville to-morrow. See to the completion of new road; also the alterations of Lexington line. Hope to get through by Wednesday next, and then report to you in person. THOS. A. SCOTT. CHATTANOOGA, TENN., October 16, 18635.30 p. m. (Received 11.20 p. in., 17th.) Maj. Gen. H. W. HALLECK, General-in-Chief: Evidence increases that the enemy intend a desperate effort to destroy this army. They are bringing up troops to our front. They have prepared pontoons, and will probably operate on our left flank, either to cross the river and force us to quit this place and fight them or lose our communications. They will thus separate us from Burnside. We cannot feed Hookers troops on our right, nor can we spare them subsistence from our left depots and communications; nor has he transportation to move. The rains have raised the river and interrupted our pontoon bridges. The roads are very heavy. Our future is not bright. Had we the railroad from here to Bridge- port, and the whole of Shermans and Hookers troops brought tp, we should not probably outnumber the enemy. This army, with its back to barren mountains, roads narrow and difficult, while the enemy has the railroad and the corn in his rear, is at much disad- Vantage. To secure this position, at least McMinnville should be made a strong fortified depot; Kingston the same; and for ulterior operations 20,000 or more troops put in Tennessee, at easy points to cover the railroad and subsist until called to the front~ for an In General Ilailcoks copy this word i~ point Page 415 Cii.& p. XLIL] 415 CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNJON. advance on the enemy. Additional cavalry force is indispensable to a good future for this army. Burnside must be within supporting distance of us. If we lose this point his hold on East Tennessee is gone. If we hold it the rebels cannot make much use of the coun- try above, and we shall dispossess them. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. WASHINGTON, D. C., October 16, l863l2.40p.m. Major-General ROSECRANS, Chattanooga: Your plan of enlisting as veterans in the Engineer regiment from other volunteer regiments is not in accordance with law or general orders. H. W. HALLECK, General-in-Chief. HDQRS. TWENTY-FIRST KENTUCKY VOLUNTEERS, On Waldens Ridge, 6 Miles from Andersons, Oct. 16, 1863. [Maj. Gen. W. S. ROSECRANS:] MY DEAR GENERAL: I arrived here last evening, ambulance and all, and shall be off again at 7 this morning. The road from here to Chattanooga is pretty good, with the exception of a few places which can be easily repaired. The Twenty-first Kentucky has not yet re- ceived a sufficient supply of tools, although they were promised on Monday last. Colonel Tillson or Smith was to furnish them. I will see about it when I reach Andersons. I learned on the way that the rebels are clearing a~ay the ground on the opposite side of the river at the Narrows, to plant a battery. If they do this the Haley road will be of 110 further use, day or night, till the peninsula is cleared of rebels. The creek just ahead of us was 6 feet deep last night when we arrived, but we can cross it now. I have directed Colonel Price to bridge it. It only needs a bridge 30 feet long, which can be made in a day. A supply train of three hundred wagons of forage and rations waited on the other side all day yes- terday. On our way we passed three or four hundred ambulances going to Bridgeport, via the Poe road, with wounded. Colonel Price has written you how his forces are posted. Circumstances over which I have no control prevent me from making a verbal report or any whispered suggestions a la Brooke. Grieving to leave you, I am, as ever, yours, J. A. GARFIELD, Brigadier-General. HEADQUARTERS GARFIELD ET AL., Andersons, October 16, 186311.30 a. m. [Maj. Gen. W. S. ROSECRANS:] MY DEAR GENERAL: I reached here at 9 a. in., and the ambulance has just arrived. The Sequatehie is booming, but we have lashed a couple of c~W.QO~ together ~nd will get the ambuh~nQQ ferried ove Page 416 416 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. in half an hour, I think. Our live-stock will swim. We met a train of sixty wagons loaded with forage and rations ascending the mount- ain this morning. They belong to the old divisions of Steedman and Van Cleve. Colonel Smith, who is in command here, is keeping strong working parties on the road to connect with the Twenty-first Kentucky. He is doing well; has 1,800 men here. The Third Ohio has been sent back to Jasper. I saw a dispatch this morning from Palmer, which shows all quiet up the valley. No trains have crossed here since yesterday morning. It will be two or three days before the river can be forded. Five or six pontoons would make a good bridge here. I have directed Colonel Smith to make a good raft or two br emergencies. If you will send him nails he can make pon- toons. There is a mill with plenty of lumber 2 miles below. I told Colonel S. to get his lumber ready aid I would have some nails sent him from Bridgeport. We have met with no accident except the upsetting of the ambulance in coIning down the monntain, which by the favor of a little tree, did not roll down more than a dozen yards. Very truly, yours, J. A. GARFIELD, Brigadier- General. 11.45 a. m. Ambulance over all right. J. A. G. WASHINGTON, TENN., October 16, 1863. Major-General ROSECRANS, Commay~ding Army of the Cumberland: GENERAL: It has rained here very much and the river is very high, unfordable; also some of the streams crossing the valley road are very high, but all are bridged. There is a detachment of Gen- eral Burnsides mounted men here that came down yesterday from Post Oak Springs, 30 miles north of here, and they report heavier rain there than here, river very high and rising. With much respect, I remain, yours, JONATHAN CARR, Lient., Comdg. Courier-Line from Chattanooga to Washington. NASHVILLE, October 16, 1863. Major-General ROSECRANS: I am making arrangements for through trains to Bridgeport; also hope to borrow two engines Monday. Since the break, obstructions have been placed on track near s~vitches, throwing trains off two nights rnnning, which, together with the utter impossibility of using the telegraph line at times when trains once lose their rights, has caused delay; trains are started at all hours irrespective of time- card, which would make them appear to be late. Respectfully, WM. P. INNES, Colonel and Military Superintendent Page 417 C~p. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 41Z CHATTANOOGA, October 16, 186312 p. m. Captain VAN DUZER, Superintendent Military Telegraph, Bridgeport: Have the line opened with an office at Jasper or some good point in Sequatchie. How is the double line? We may have to change the line from Bob Whites this way. W. ~. ROSECRANS, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS, October 16, 18632 p. m. Captain JONES: Has the regiment ordered reported? Get guards from it. MERRILL, Captain, & c. HEADQUARTERS, October 16, 18635.55 p. m. Captain JONES: Have messages to Generals Howard and Morgan been delivered to courier? MERRILL. WALDENS RIDGE, October 16, 186311.45 p. m. Captain MERRILL: Two messages received to be forwarded by telegraph. No office this side Jasper. What shall I do? JONES. HEADQUARTERS PIONEER BRIGADE, Chattanooga, Tenn., October 16, 1863. Statement of the effective force of the Pioneer Brigade and how emptoged, for October 16, 1563. Duty. Officers. Men. On duty at pontoon bridge and preparing equipments and boats for the upper bridge 6 200 (Most of this detail have been at work constantly since the evening of October 14, guarding the brid~e, securing driftwood, & c.) On duty at engineer s shop (mechanics) 39 Constructing boom over the river 3 ~ On duty with Lieutenant Thomas, profiling fortifications .:.::: 16 Cutting wood for battalions 20 On duty on board steamer Paint Rock 1 40 Brigade headquarters, guard and relief 2 30 staking out works on fortifications with Lieutenaut Chandler 4 Battalion guards and reliefs and extra fatigue details 2 49 Total 14 441 C. V. LAMBERSON, Lieutenant and Acting A8sistant Adjutant-General. Brigadier-General MORTON, Commanding Pioneer Brigade. 27 R RvOL XXX, PT I Page 418 418 KY., SW. VA., TENK., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 16, 1863. Major-General THOMAS, Commanding Fourteenth Army Corps: GENERAL: The major-general commanding has been informed that there are a number of horses aud mules dying for want of food, and directs that all such be turned over to the corps quartermaster, who will have them sent to Nashville to be recruited. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, WILLIAM McMICHAEL, Major and Assistant Adjutant-General. (Copy to General Granger.) HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 16, 1863. Major-General THOMAS: The major-general commanding directs me to say that the order just issued directing tools to be collected and sent to General Mor- ton will only apply to those which may be found in camp and not the property of the command holding them. It has beeli represented that a number of tools have been carried into our camps without authority, and it is the intention of the general commanding to have these returned to General Morton at once. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, WM. McMICHAEL, Major and Assistant Adjutant- General. (Copy to Major-General Granger.) HDQRS. THIRD BRIG., SECOND DIV., 14TH ARMY CORPS. North Chickamanga, Tenn., October 16, 186310 p. in. General REYNOLDS, Chief of Staff: Since dark I have sent over for the woman on the island. She says the citizen who gave her information of the capture of her husband also told her: You tell Colonel [Mc]Cook that I was up at Har- rison yesterday and I saw them fixing their boats to cross. They say that they intend to surround and take him. I have a company on the other side of the creek~ have 3 men at the Dan. Smith Ford, which is now impassable; 6 men and a sergeant at the Hickson bridge, with orders to patrol the Harrison road and the road up as far as the Poe road. At 3 to-morrow morning I start a captain and all available men to feel up the creek as far as Sulsers on the Poe road; this, too, beside my river patrols. Making such dispositions am safe from surprise, and before they take me I will see the color of their gun-flashes at least once. I am, very respectfully, your obedient servant, DANL. McCOOK Colonel, Commanding Brigade. P. S.I succeeded in getting 100 bushels of corn at the island to- day, and if uninterrupted to-morrow will get 600 more. There are 1,800 on it. MoC Page 419 CEAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNJON. 419 HEADQUARTERS NINETY-SECOND ILLINOIS VOLUNTEERS, Harrisons Landing, Tenn., October 16, 186310 a. ni. Col. C. GODDARD, Assistant Adjutant- General, Dept. of the Cumberland: COLONEL: I have the honor to report all quiet this morning. The river is too deep to be fordable. The pickets last evening opposite here said that Jeff. Davis was still at Mission Ridge. I am, colonel, very respectfully, your obedient servant, SMITH D. ATKINS, Colonel Ninety-second illinois Volunteers, Wilders Brigade. HEADQUARTERS, Harrisons Landing, Tenn., October 16, 18634 p. m. Col. C. GODDARD, Assistant Adjutant-General, Dept. of the Gumberland: COLONEL: Afternoon reports in from all along the river, from ford 2 miles below Nelsons Ferry, connecting with Col. Daniel Mc- Cook, to Thatchers Ford, connecting with Brig. Gen. J. G. Spears, 23 miles, and all quiet. Quite a body of the enemys cavalry were observed this afternoon to ride on to a hill back of Pennys Ford, over- looking it; they remained only a short time. The enemys picket post immediately opposite Dallas was withdrawn this a. m. at about (3 oclock. Fording difficult at Pennys, and said by citizens to be not fordable elsewhere on my line; river rising slightly. Most respectfully, your obedient servant, SMITH D. ATKINS, Colonel Ninety-second Illinois Volunteers. HEADQUARTERS NINETY-SECOND ILLINOIS VOLUNTEERS, Harrisons Landing, Tenn., October 16, 186310 p. m. Col. C. GODDARD, Assistant Adjutant-General, Dept. of the Cumberland: COLONEL: It is just reported to me that noises indicate that the enemy are crossing with a boat on to the island opposite and below Dallas. It is about 10 rods, and not fordable from the island to the mainland this side. I do not anticipate a crossing in force, but have re-enforced the picket there with one company, and have two com- panies yet in reserve, and will be on the alert. Most obediently, SMITH D. ATKINS, Colonel Ninety-second Illinois Volunteers HDQRS. EIGHTEENTH KENTUCKY VOLUNTEER INFANTRY, Camp near Williams Island, October 16, 1863. Maj. WILLIAM MCMICHAEL, Assistant Adjutant-General, Dept. of the 6~umberland: MAJOR: I have the honor to report that the telegraph wire was broken 1 mile below the mouth of Big Suck Creekcause, a tree t Page 420 420 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. ICHAP. XLII. which it was attached blowing down. It was repaired as best the officer could by bending the ends and hooking them together. A rebel picket-post was seen near that point on the other side of the river. I do not picket so far down, nor can I with my force without the men being on dnty alternate days. Nothing was seen or heard of any of the enemy having crossed the river. The mountain streams are falling rapidly. I am, very respectfully, HUBBARD K. MILWARD, Lieutenant- Colonel, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 16, 1863. Col. T. J. HARRISON, Thirty-ninth Indiana Volunteers: The major-general commanding directs me to acknowledge your report of yesterday, and to instruct you to unite your command at once with that of Colonel Atkins, at Harrisons Landing, to assist in guarding the river. You will report the number of wagons you have and the number needed. Very respectfully, WM. MCMICHAEL, llfajor and Assistant Adjutant-General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 16, 1863. Major-General GRANGER, Fourth Army Corps: The major-general commanding directs that you order the Fif- teenth Wisconsin Volunteers to report with their camp and garrison equipage complete to Brigadier-General Smith for temporary duty. Very respectfully, WM. MCMICHAEL, Major and Assistant Adjutant- General. HDQRS. THIRD BRIG., FIRST DIv., RESERVE CORPS, Chickamauga Creek, Teun., October 16, 1863. Lieut. M. J. KELLY, Chief of CourteTs: LIEUTENANT: Your communication for Colonel McCook has just been received. The colonel is now in Chattanooga, having gone to see the general and to convey some intelligence concerning the enemy. As I am ignorant of the contents of the dispatches, I cannot now furnish a copy, but I shall do so on his return, if he has not already communicated them verbally. I am, lieutenant, very respectfully, your obedient servant, E. L. ANDERSON, G~aptain and Acting Assistant A0utant-General. P. 5.Mr. Day, living on Friars Island, reports that he crossed the river this morning, and went 1 mile into the interior; he saw bu Page 421 C~IAP. XLII.) CO1~RESPONDENCE, ETC.ILTNION. 421 60 meii, and tliesc cavalry. He passed by the fort which the enemy Ihave erected opposite to us, and reports that there were no guns mounted. So far as he could see everything was quiet. This had better be communicated to the general. E. L. ANDERSON, Captain c{nd Acting Assistant Adjutant- General. CHATTANOOGA, October 16, 18634.16 p. m. Brig. Gen. J. D. MORGAN, Battle Creek: Put heavy parties on Sequatchie bridge and approaches. J. J. REYNOLDS, ]Jfc~jor- General. HEADQUARTERS U. S. FoRcEs, Andersons C~ross-Roads, Tenn., October 16, 11863. Lient. Col. C. GODDARD, Assistant Adjutant-General, Dept. of the Cninberland: COLONEL: I have the honor to report all quiet in this vicinity. No rebel force has been seen or heard of. There passed over the mountain to-day the following trains, viz: General Van Cleves supply train, thirty-eight wagons; Major- General Thomas forage train, twenty-eight wagons; part of Twenty-. first Army Corps supply train camped on mountain last night and went up this morning. At the foot of the mountain are now cor- ralled thirty-eight wagons of General Davis supply train. The recent rains have greatly impaired the road. I have had three com- panies at work on mountain to-day, besides the regular detail to assist wagons. This force, I think, will be able to place the road over the mountain in good repair by day after to-morrow. I need some heavy hammers for breaking stone; will try and obtain them from General Morgan. The Sequatchie is falling rapidly; will, I think, be fordable here to-morrow. Some of my staff, sent for that purpose to-day, report Hatfields bridge, over the Sequatchie, 3 miles above here, somewhat out of repair, but can be fixed in a short time so that trains can cross if necessary. Shall I repair it? I will send Third Ohio toward Jasper to-morrow morning to repair roads in that direction. Major Petri, Sixteenth Illinois Volunteers, is out to-day on that road with a party, and is ordered to report what repairs are necessary. Inclosed I send communication* received to-day from Colonel Palmer, commanding Anderson Cavalry, 10 miles up valley. Generals Garfield and Steedman passed about noon to-day, crossing the river here in boats. I am building a tlat-bo~t here, so that any- thing could be crossed in case of emergency. I think it would be well, while it is necessary for empty wagons to return this way, to have them travel the road to Jasper on one side of the river and loaded wagons on the other. I am, colonel, very respectfully, your obedient servant, R. F. SMITH, c~olonel, Commanding. * Probably Palmer to Goddard, p. 889 Page 422 422 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. IIDQRS. THIRD BRIG., THIRD Div., RESERVE CORPS, Sale Creek, Tenn., October 16, 18632 a. m. Maj. Gen. J. J. REYNOLDS, Chief of Si aff, & c.: GENERAL: I have sent one rifled cannon from Wilders command, under me, and two companies of Third Tennessee Infantry to the mouth of Soddy. They are now on the way to that point. The rain is incessant, the river up, and the creek very high, but they are in- structed to go there, and they will do it. The river from a point 2 miles above Blytl!es Ferry, as far down as the mouth of Sale Creek, is well picketed by my forces; from 2 miles above Blythes Ferry up the river as far as Kingston I have no knowledge of its being picketed at all. A part of the Fourth Ohio Cavalry is said to be near Blythes Ferry; they do not report to me. What they are doing I do not know, except to forage over the coun- try at will. They might be useful in patrolling the river from Blythes Ferry to Cotton Port. I was ordered, on the march from Chattanooga, to obey such order as Brigadier-General Crook might give mea copy of one of which orders and instructions is herewith sent to you, and which places one of my regiments at Blythes Ferry, where the river is not at any time fordable. I am also ordered to protect the train left here, which is ]arge. There are over 400 troops of Colonel Wilders command (convalescents, however), and they have to be foraged for and pro- tected as well as my own train and command. My whole command is on standing picket duty, necessarily so, to picket the roads and branches of roads as ordered by General Crook, and the fords of the river. I am well acquainted with the river from Chattanooga to Cotton Port, and know the arrangement of troops along the river to be in- judicious, and if I am to be held responsible, Ii respectfully ask to be permitted to arrange them in a manner that they might do some- thing toward preventing the enemy from crossing the river if attempted. Under the present arrangement I do not believe the commander of Major-General Burusides forces now picketing the river above Cot- ton Port knows anything, at most not much, about the river and points of crossing above Cotton Port. I send you herewith a copy of a dispatch just received from him. I also send you a copy of a dis- patch received from Colonel Atkins and Colonel McCook. I sup- pose they know a great deal about the river and the distance they guard along the same. Colonel McCook is 7 miles above Chatta- nooga with one brigade to guard one ford, and states that he patrols the river every hour, and recommends me to do so. Colonel Atkins pickets from 2 miles below Nelsons Ferry to Pennys Ford, a dis- tance of 14 or 15 miles, and at no point can the river now be forded, and is even found difficult to ford at any time. You are already in- formed of, by dispatches of to- day, the number of miles I have to picket along the river, and eight roads (and branches) to guard and protect. I again respectfully ask information as to the boundary I am to protect, and what forces are under my command, and I will protect and defend that boundary if in the range of the power of the num- ber of men under me. I have but few troops, and do not want those few to be placed at unimportant points by order from irresponsibl Page 423 OHAP. XLII.] CORRESPO~nENcE, ETC.TJNTOTh 42~3 persons, and leave the important points exposed, and for me to have the responsibility of the whole. II will simply add, in conclusion, that, froni the best information that I can and am able to obtain, the river from Blytlies Ferry up to within 6 or 8 miles of Post Oak Springs is not picketed at all; in many places of easy access and easy of crossing, and many other places which are attempted to be picketed and patrolled it is done in such a manner as not to be reliable or secure. I am, general, very respectfully, your obedient servant, JAMES G. SPEARS, Brigadier-General. [Inclosure No. 1.] HDQRS. 92D ILLINOIS VOLUNTEER MOUNTED INFANTRY, Harrisons Landing, Tenrt., October 15, 18634 p. m. Brig. Gen. J. G. SPEARS, Gomdg. 3d Brig., 3d Div., Reserve Gorps, Sale Greek, Teun.: GENERAL In reply to your esteemed favor of same date here- with I beg to state: First. My given name is Smith, and my title is colonel. Second. My force is 375, and consists of seven companies mounted infantry and one mountain howitzer. Third. My force is located as follows: One company at Harrisons Ferry, guarding the river there and picketing to the ford 2 miles below Nelsons Ferry and connecting with Col. Daniel McCook; one company at Dallas, guarding river from Harrisons Ferry to Pennys Ferry; one company at Pennys Ford, guarding from Pennys Ferry to Thatchers; in all 25 miles of river. My headquarters are on the Dallas and Chattanooga road, about i~- miles from Dallas. Two companies are on camp picket. Three companies are usually forag- ing. Fourth. The enemy have pickets all along the river for the 25 nilles stated. I have no positive information of how great a force, but suppose there is a regiment at Harrisons, 1,900 at Pennys Ford, and Forrests entire command at or near Georgetown, near Blythes Ferry, and that re-enforcements have been sent Forrest recently. Col. Daniel McCooks headquarters are at the mouth of Chicka- mauga, 10 miles from here. Colonel McCook, I suppose, has a bri- gade. I have the honor to be, general, with great respect, your most humble and obedient servant, SMITH D. ATKINS, Colonel Ninety-second illinois Volunteers. [inclosure No. 2.] IIDQRS. 1ST BRIG., 4m Div., 23D ARMY CORPS, Post Oak Springs, Tenn., October 15, 1863. Capt. D. C. TREWHITT, A. A. G., Third Brig., Third Div., Reserve Corps: CAPTAIN: Our pickets at the ford, 7 miles below here, report the rebels advancing in direction of the ford in considerable force. They were in 2 miles of the river when courier left. I have sent 100 men there with orders to resist the crossing at all hazards. I think I can resist the passage, and will do so with my whole force. I can Page 424 424 KY., SW. VA., TENK., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. not guard the crossing at Cotton Port, as it is too far away to re-en- force in time. I suggest that a regiment or two be sent up from your force to assist me in resisting the crossing by the enemy. I could not bring more than 800 or 1,000 into an engagement now, as my force is so much scattered guarding so many points. There is another ford 20 miles from here, and about the same dis- tance from you, which I wish you would guard. E. S. BOND, Lieutenant- Colonel, Commanding. [Inclosure No. 3.] MOUTH NORTH CHICKAMAUGA, October 14, 1863. General SPEARS: It would be best to send that regiment to the mouth of Soddy, as directed by order of General Rosecrans, and there intrench. I have adopted a system of patrols by which I patrol the river every hour from Chattanooga up to Duncans Ferry. I would recommend the same proceeding in your front. Beware, for I think they intend to cross in your front. Your patrols can communicate with mine at Duncans Ferry. I am, very respectfully, your obedient servant, DANL MeCOOK, Colonel, Commanding Brigade. [Inclosure No. 4.1 HEADQUARTERS SECOND CAVALRY DIVISION, Smiths Cross-Roads, October 1, 186311 a. m. [General J. G. SPEARS:] GENERAL: The general commanding directs that you move with your brigade across to Sale Creek, near Blythes Ferry, and go into camp. All the cavalry and mounted infantry will be ordered away from those points. The train will be left to be protected by you. The general further directs that you send one regiment to Blythes Ferry, to go into camp there, an(l that you will picket the river at all points necessary or doubtful, and keep a sharp lookout for the enemy and prevent a crossing. You will move at once. By command of Brigadier-General Crook: R. P. KENNEDY, Captain and Assistant Adjutant-General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 16, 1863. Brigadier-General SPEARS: Wilders troops must do all they can, and fight as well as work. You should not make your pick3ts on the road very heavy as things now are. You can dispose your troops to the best advantage for guarding the river on your front, say from Cotton Port down, using great care not to be deceived by feints at crossing. Keep your men so that you move nearly all at once to the main point as soon as you discover it Page 425 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNroN. 425 You will please note on your map exactly where you locate your headquarters, and report every day the circumstances of the case. If you will be careful to keep outsiders away you can make a larger show of force by smokes and other means to deceive the enemy. You must see that you are supplied with axes and other tools from Bridgeport without delay. If you hear for certain that the enemy are getting pontoon bridges below you in the river, you ought to get ready some tremendous rafts of logs and set them afloat to break their bridges. Send the whole of the cavalry transportation under a good com- mander of their own to Stevenson. Get them well ready; send a full report giving number of each company and regiment and a list of the wagons, and order them (written orders) to proceed with all dis- patch to Stevenson and report to Major-General Hooker, who will give them further orders. By command of Major-General Rosecrans: WM. McMICHAEL, Major and Assistant Adjutant-General. STEVENSON, October 16, 1863. Maj. FRANK S. BoND: I have the honor to report all quiet in this vicinity. The late rains have so swollen the creeks as to make it impossible to scout very far. Respectfully, your obedient servant, LOUIS D. WATKINS Colonel, Commanding Brigade. HEADQUARTERS ELEVENTH AND TWELFTH CORPS, Stevenson, Ala., October 16, 1863. COMMANDING OFFICER CAVALRY FORCES, Near Flint River: Major-General Hooker directs me to inclose to you within copy of report received through Colonel Lyon. The major-general com- manding directs that if any such force is on this side of the river, you will pursue them and capture or destroy them. I am, very respectfully, your obedient servant, WM. H. LAWRENCE, ~liiojor and Aide.de-Camp. [Inclosure.] HEADQUARTERS POST OF STEVENSON, ALA., Maj. Gen. D. BUTTERFIELD, October 16, 1863. Chief of Staff: I have the honor to report that a sergeant of Captain Lathams company Alabama volunteers sends a dispatch from the vicinity of Larkinsville that a force of rebel cavalry, number unknown, are reported in Maynards Cove, and that Roddeys command are said to be on the headwaters of Paint Rock Creek and about to cross the mountain toward the river. This report has been sent to Major-Gen- eral Howard and communicated verbally to Major-General Hooker Page 426 42~ KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. A sergeant from the mill near Larkinsville, who came in with pris- oners, states that he was some miles west of that place yesterday, and that the citizens generally believe that Roddey is on this side the river, but they locate him farther toward Hnntsville. - I have the honor to remain, very respectfully, your obedient servant, WM. P. LYON, Colonel Thirteenth Wisconsin Volunteers, Corndg. Post. STEVENSON, October 16, 1863. Lieut. Col. C. GODDARD, Assistant Ac~jutant- General: General Mitchell has just reported to me one division of his force at Flint River, the other at Winchester, much jaded; states he has driven enemy across Tennessee, capturing in all over 1,000 prisoners and 5 pieces of artillery. Forty-one wagons of Captain Craigs train laden with forage is just about starting for Chattanooga. JOSEPH HOOKER, Major- General. LOUISVILLE, October 116, 18638 p. m. Major-General HOOKER: It is of the utmost importance that a corduroy road be made to beyond Battle Creek in direction of Jasper, with a good bridge over Battle Creek. Twenty-five hundred each of picks, spades, and axes went to Stevenson a week ago, yet General Howard had, when I saw him, tools only for three hundred men. Please send them forward. I have ordered more tools to be sent from Nashville. I think the road should be so located that a covered way or epanlement may be thrown up to protect it from the enemy across the Tennessee where it is near the river. A large body of troops, with tools for 1)0th earth and rock work, ought to be set to work immediately on the ascent and descent of Waldens Ridge. This is essential to supplying the army by that route. As the road is, after these rains, the 5Upply over it will be impossible. Forage depots and posts to rest and feed mules shonld be established at the base of the mountain on each side. Teams too weak to climb the mountain could haul forage to these points. I shall work here to-morrow and then return to Nash- ville, and will probably be in Stevenson in a few days. If the rebel cavalry is dispersed, can you not call forward the Twelfth Corps? M. C. MEIGS, Qnarterrn aster-General. STEVENSON, October 16, 186310.30 p. m. Lient. Col. C. GODDARD: Copy of General Meigs dispatch of 8 p. in. forwarded. * The Quar- termaster-General attaches so much importance to this matter that I feel it my duty to refer it to the major-general commanding for his information and such action as he may think proper to give it. JOSEPH HOOKER, Major- General, Commanding. * See preceding Page 427 CHAP. XLII.] - CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.IJNION~ 42~~ HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Major-General HOOKER, Chattanooga, October 16, 1863. Stevenson: We must have some kind of roughness [long foraged for our mules when they come to Stevenson, or they will soon die. None up here. Please try to have it supplied till hay can be sent from Nashville. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. HDQRS. FIRST BRIG., FIRST Div., TWELFTH CORPS, Decherd, Tenn., October 16, 1863. Capt. S. E. PITTMAN, A. A. G., First Div., Twelfth Army Corps: CAPTAIN: In compliance to circular from division headquarters, October 14, 1863, I have the honor to submit the following report of the state of defenses At Cowan there are two stockades and one field-work, with ample supplies of wood and water, and with six days~ commissary stores. At this point (Decherd) I find stockades and rifle-pits covering the water-tank and trestle-work; these are the only defenses. At the tunnel no works have as yet been erected, but stockades will be built to cover the shafts as soon as the entrenching tools (for which requisitions have been made) arrive. The country around these points affords no cover for the enemy. A (letailed report will be forwarded as soon as the reports from the post commanders at Cowan and the tunnel are received. Very respectfully, JOS. F. KNIPE, Brigadier- General, C~oinmanding Post. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, October 16, 18634.15 p. m. Major-General HOWARD, Bridgeport: Captain West, engineer officer, with instruments, is either at Bridge- port or will be there soon en route for this place. The general commanding desires that you see that he is furnished with necessary transportation, as he is much needed. F. S. BOND, Jlfajor and Aide-de-Camp. HEADQUARTERS ELEVENTH CORPS, Brigadier-General GARFIELD, October 16, 1863. Chief of Staff: The pontoons were taken to Battle Creek without difficulty by ~xrater, but the pontoon-wagons loaded with the planking took all day yesterday to get through. The water rose 2 feet and more i Page 428 428 xi., sw. VA., TENTh, MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [C~1AP. XLII. the bottom, rendering about a mile of the road almost impassable. It has now subsided, and the trains are passing. I have put on as much force as I can work corduroying the road. The timber is very large, and must be cnt and split into slabs. The boat was rescued from the high water and raised on fiat-boats, so that that work now goes on without interruption. 0. 0. HOWARD, lJfajor- General. (Copy to General Hooker.) WAR DEPARTMENT, ADJUTANT-GENERALS OFFICE, Washington, D. C., October 16, 1863. Major-General BURNSIDE, Department of the Ohio, Cincinnati, Ohio: By direction of the General-in-Chief so soon as invalids arrive at Columbus let them relieve the Eighty-eighth [Ohio] Regiment from duty there, and order it to Cincinnati. When it arrives at Cincin- nati, send the One hundred and fifteenth [Ohio] Regiment to Major-General Rosecrans. E. D. TOWNSEND, Assistant Adjutant-General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 16, 18637 p. m. Major-General BURNSIDE, Knoxville, Tenn.: The enemy are preparing pontoons and increasing numbers on our front. If they cross between us you will go up, and probably we too. You ought to move in this direction, at least as far as King- ston, which should be strongly fortified, and your spare stores go into it without delay. You ought to be free to oppose a crossing of the river, and with your cavalry to keep open complete and rapid communications between us, so that we can move combinedly on him. Let me hear from you, if possible, at once. No news from you in ten days. Our cavalry drove the rebel raid across the Tennessee at Lambs Ferry, with loss to them of 2,000 killed, wounded, prisoners, and deserters; also five pieces of artillery. Yours, ROSECRANS. Answer quick. CINCINNATI, OHIO, October 16, 1863. Brig. Gen. JACOB AMMEN, Commanding District of Illinois, Springfield, ill.: Please order the Sixteenth Illinois Cavalry to at once proceed to this place, and report to these headquarters for further orders. Di- rect the quartermasters department to furnish the necessary trans- portation. By command of Major-General Buruside: W. P. ANDERSON, Assistant Adjutant-General Page 429 ORAl. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 429 HDQRS. CAVALRY, FOURTH DIVISIoN, 23D ARMY CORPS, On Road between Blonntsville and Bristol, October 16, 1863. Lieutenant-Colonel RICHMOND: I have received the generals dispatches of yesterday. The enemy has fallen back to Glade Springs or Saltville. We burned five bridges ~nd destroyed over one-half mile of railroad track above Bristol. We burned twenty-eight box-cars, two passenger-cars, three locomotives, six gravel-cars, and destroyed the track at Bristol. We also destroyed a part of the road below the town. I will report again to-morrow morning. ~ M. SHACKELFORD, Brigadier-General. PHILADELPHIA, October 16, 1863. General BURNSIDE: In addition to the prisoners taken yesterday, Colonel Adams recap- tured 9 of our men belonging to the First and Fifth Tennessee regi- ments that were captured close to Kingston [in the] morning. He reports part of two rebel regiments at Decatur. He learns nothing reliable in regard to a force in that vicinity. In the charge yester- day a number of men lost their horses. May I be permitted to turn over to Colonel Adams the captured horses to be distributed among the men of his regiment according to his judgment? Scouts in from roads bringing no news of importance. WOLFORD, Colonel. CAIRO, ILL., October 17, 186311 a. m. (Received 2 a. in., 18th.) Major-General HALLECK General-in-Chief: On the 14th part of Shermans forces was at Bear Creek. Railroad then completeEl to that point. S. D. Lee, with 4,000 men, was at Tuscumbia. U. S. GRANT, Major- General. CAIRO, ILL., October 17, 186311 a. m. (Received 4.15 p. in.) Maj. Gen. H. W. HALLECK, General-in- Chief: Your dispatch of 9 p. in., yesterday, just received. I will start for Louisville by rail immediately. ~. ~. GRANT, Major- General. SPECIAL ORDERS, HDQRS. THIRD DIV., 17TH ARMY CORPS, No. 165. ~ In the Field, Mississippi, October 17, 1863. I. The roll will be called in all the regiments and batteries of this command at 5 a. m. to-morrow. The division will move to-morrow morning, at 7 oclock precisely, on the road to Clinton Page 430 430 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. The order of march will be as follows: First. The Third Brigade and one battery. Second. The Third and First Brigade trains. Third. The First Brigade and one battery. Fourth. Second Brigade train. Fifth. Second Brigade, and one battery, the battery to be placed in center of brigade. II. There will be reported to these headquarters two regiments from First Brigade and one from the Third, when the line is formed, to be by a staff officer distributed as train guard. Each regiment will have a rear guard, and no straggling will be tolerated under any circumstances. The ambulances and ammunition wagons will fol- low their regiments. All the line must be kept well closed up, and ready to repel any attack from the enemy. By order of Major-General Logan: SAMUEL CALDWELL, Acting Assistant Adjutant-General. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF NORTHEXST LOUISIANA, Goodrichs Landing, La., October 17, 1863. Maj. Gen. J. B. MCPHERSON, Viclcsbnrg, Miss.: GENERAL: II have just sent you by signal a dispatch stating that information is received that the enemy designs soon to make an attack on the troops in this district, and for this purpose are assem- bling their forces on Bayou Macon. Three thousand are now re- ported this side of Bayou Macon. This is not mere rumor. For several days matters here have looked cloudy, and to-day appear to be assuming tangible shape. The troops for the defense of the dis- trict are much scattered and entirely iiiadequate for the purpose, and not enough for self-defense. They will sweep the district if they come with the force reported, and I respectfully request that re-enforcements be sent without delay2,000 infantry, 200 cavalry, and a battery of artillery. I have, since being in command here, on several occasions heard reports of forces, but none so well founded as this, and at those times wished for no re-enforcements nor called for any. I hope, therefore, it will not now be thought that this is a stampede. The forces under me, I have stated, are much scattered: One regi- ment at Millikens Bend, small; two here, one weak; one at Transyl- vania; the one at Milhikens Bend 15 miles, the one at Transylvania 5 miles from here. I hope the re-enforcements will be sent me, and if the enemy do not attack I will attack him, if re-enforced. I am, very respectfully, your obedient servant, JOHN P. HAWKINS Brigadier- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE TENNESSEE, Cairo, Ill., October 17, 1863. Maj. Gen. S. A. HURLEUT, Commanding Si~rteenth Army Corps: GENERAL: I arrived here yesterday morning, and immediately re- ported by telegrapl~ to Washington. Answer is just received fo Page 431 Ca~.r. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 431 me to proceed to Louisville, Ky. For the present address all corn- munications to me at that place. I will juform you as soon as my headquarters are located. Nothing is received from the East to suggest any change of orders you already have. Continue to forward to Sherman all that you receive affecting the movement of his column. Should the enemy be so effectually driven from North Mississippi as to enable you to do so, extend your command eastward and pro- tect all the road you can. If possible Sherman should have at least the force he now has with him, compact and ready to move in any direction without detaching railroad guards. I have telegraphed General Halleck the information I obtained with regard to movements of the enemy in Arkansas and on your line, and asked if Steeles forces could not be withdrawn. I also told him that I had advised that Steele send his cavalry as far as Arka- delphia, and destroy the salt-works, powder-mill~, & c. There is nothing in this of special interest to General Sherman, but I wish you would send him a copy. It will serve to show him that I have no orders controlling his movements not already in his possession. I am, general, very respectfully, your obedient servant, U. S. GRANT, ]Jifajor- General. HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, ]lifemphis, Tenn., October 17, 1863. Brig. Gen. JOHN A. RAWLINS, Cairo, Ill.: General Sherman has called for force enough for me to cover the railroad to Buzzard Roost. I have therefore ordered Fullers brigade from Memphis to Big Bear Creek, which leaves me very light-handed here. I have writ- ten to Steele, asking Trues brigade to be sent back, but do not know that it will be done. I request an order for that purpose. I desire that you obtain from Major-General Giant or General Halleck some definite instructions as to my litnits of authority. The troops which I have furnished Steele are borne on my books as detached and do not report to me, but I suppose to Schofield. I do not like to lose them, but do not like either to issue any orders about them. Colonel Manter, who is chief of staff for Steele, is a little disposed to consider any call made by me for information as to these troops an interfer- ence. The Okolona force, I am inclined to think, is moving into North- east Alabama. Hatch has returned, having killed about 75 and wounded many of the enemy. His report is not in. I will send it as soon as it comes. We will probably have quiet for a few days; in mean time supplies are being pushed forward. Very respectfully, S. A. HURLBUT, Major-General. CORINTH, October 17, 18639.45 a. m. Major-General HURLBUT, Memphis: Fullers brigade will do. Dodge says he can extend his present command so as to reach luka, leaving Fullers to hold Buzzard Roost Page 432 432 KY., SW. VA., TENK., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. I have another dispatch from Halleck reiterating that the question of supplies is the main one and must be always kept in view. I dont think you need any infantry at Memphis other than for defense. The reserves along the road should be naturally Corinth and Grand Jnnction. My two leading divisions move to-day; I follow to-morrow. Will push to Tnscnmbia, leaving the road to be repaired after us. W. T. SHERMAN, lifajor- General. HEADQUARTERS SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Miemphis, Tenn., October 17, 1863. Col. J. W. FULLER, Commanding Brigade: COLONEL: Yon will move yonr brigade as early as possible in the morning of to-morrow. First. You should be able to reach Germantown to-morrow. Second. Thence to Moscow. Third. Thence to one or other branch of Clear Creek, sonth of Saulsbury. Fourth. Thence to the Hatchie, south of Pocahontas. Fifth. Thence to Corinth. You will take the main road and move steadily, repressing all straggling and plundering, and making the march orderly. On arriving at Corinth you will report to Brig. Gen. G. M. Dodge, who will give you further orders. I regret to lose your brigade from Memphis, but the exigencies of the service seem to demand it. The course of marches indicated is not imperative, but will of course be varied by circumstances. Your obedient servant, ~. A. HURLBUT, iVilajor- General. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF MEMPHIS, iViemphis, October 17, 1863. Col. I. G. KAPPNER, First Tennessee Heavy Artillery (A. D.): COLONEL: The Eighty-ninth Indiana and One hundred and sev- enteenth Illinois Volunteer Infantry having been ordered to remove from Fort Pickering, you will, on the departure of Colonel Murray, assume command of Fort Pickering. You will make immedinte arrangements to relieve the guards now on duty at the fort with the soldiers of your command. You will take charge of the pass sys- tem of the fort, and detail a competent officer to take charge of the pass office outside of the fort. You will report to the general com- manding department for further instructions. By order of Brig. Gen. James C. Veatch: JAMES 0. PIERCE, Assistant Adjutant-General Page 433 Cai.P. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 433 CORINTH, October 17, 1863 Major-General HURLEUT: If we are to hold the road to and beyond Bear Creek, can you spare Spencer? We will have to put out at least one regiment of cavalry and one of mounted infantry to that front. Is there any prospect of supplying Spencers place, as now I shall only have two regiments here when he goes? G. M. DODGE, Brigadier-General. [Indorsement.] Brigadier-General DODGE: Keep Spencer for the present. ~. A. HURLBUT, ]Ifajor-General. JUKA, Miss., October 17, 1863. Maj. Gen. W. T. SHERMAN: The railroad will be completed to Bear Creek by 9 a. m. to-mor- row. To protect the road there is stationed the First Brigade, Gen- eral Woods. At the Clear Creek crossing, 1 mile west of Bear, General Woods pickets were attacked by rebel cavalry, 1 man of ours wounded. My mounted infantry is after the rebels and has not yet returned. There are several squads of irregular cavalry in the different creek valleys, and it would be very desirable if some of our cavalry could be had to clean the fellows out. I will make a reconnaissance beyond Bear to-morrow morning and prepare every- thing for an onward movement. OSTERHAUS. CIRCULAR.] HDQRS. FOURTH Div., 15TH ARMY CORPS, Corinth, Muss., October 17, 1863. This command will move to-morrow morning, First Brigade in advance, at 10 oclock a. in., on the Inka road via Farmington. The Second Brigade will follow at 11 oclock. Third Brigade will follow at 1 oGlock p. in., taking charge of divisin train. The advance will make as near as possible 12 miles on the road. The surplus baggage transported by rail from Memphis will be left in charge of proper details, to be transported to Inka in like manner. By order of Brig. Gen. John M. Corse: E. B. HARLAN, Acting Assistant Adjutant-General. SPECIAL ORDERS, HDQRS. FIFTEENTH ARMY CORPS, No. 197. ~ Corinth, ]Iiliiss., October 17, 1863. * * * * * * * II. Maj. Gen. F. P. Blair will proceed to Juka and take command of the First and Second Divisions and the cavalry force composed 28 R RVOL XXX, PT i Page 434 434 KY., SW- VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. of the Third Regulars and Fifth Ohio. He will load his wagons lightly and pass across Bear Creek and up to Tuscumbia, securing from destruction as much of the railroad as possible, that it may be repaired by the troops following. * * * * * * * By order of Maj. Gen. W. T. Sherman: R. M. SAWYER, Assistant Adjutant-General. WASHINGTON, D. C., October 17, 18635 p. m. Major-General SCHOFIELD, Saint Louis: If any troops can be spared from General Steeles command, send them to Memphis. If any can be spared from Missouri, send them to Louisville, Ky. H. W. HALLE$DK, General-in-Chief LOUISvILLE, October 17, 1863. (Received 9.30 p. in.) EDWIN M. STANTON, Secretary of War: Your dispatch of last night received this afternoon. Will wait at Galt House arrival of messenger, as requested. All the stock of the railroad from Louisville to Stevenson is now in use of Govern- ment. Some of the, animals have suffered in the journey from Washington, and I have directed that others be substituted from the stock on hand here, which is good. Rest and food will recruit the travelers. M. C. MEIGS, Quartermaster- General. LOUISVILLE, Ky., October 17, 186310 p. m. (Received 11.25 p. in.) Hon. EDWIN M. STANTON, Secretary of. War: Arrived here 7 p. m. Transportation moving forward well. Change of gauge on Lexington road finished to-day. Eight and one-half days consumed ii~ doing the work; part of it bad weather. Will see Mr. Stager on arrival. THOS. A. SCOTT, Colonel and Aide-de-Camp. CHATTANOOGA, TENN., October 17, 1863 (Received 8.25 p. in., 18th.) Maj. Gen. H. W. HALLEcK, General-in-Chief: The following dispatch has just been received from Brig. Gen. George Crook, commanding Second Cavalry Division: ROGERSYiLLE, ALA., October 10, 1863. I have the honor to informyou that the chase is over. I would have dispatched you from the different points, but the rebels left concealed parties along to pick up any couriers I might send back, and my command was so small that I could not send large parties. I have had three fights with the enemy since I left Sequatchie Valley, whipping them very badly each time. The last battle ended at Farming- ton, Tenn., where I fought Wheelers entire command with only two brigades. Page 435 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 435 cut his force in two, scattering a large portion of it, capturing four pieces of artil- lery, one thousand stand of cavalry arms, and 240 prisoners, besides the wounded. As I pushed on after the enemy immediately, I have not been able to ascertain the number of their killed and wounded, but it was very heavy. They were scat- tered over a distance of 15 miles from this on. Their retreat was a perfect rout, their men deserting and straggling over the country. I pressed them with great vigor, but their horses being better than mine, I was only. able to come up with a couple of regiments at Sugar Creek, left to detain me. I made a charge on them, capturing some 50 of them, and scattering the remainder in the mountains. When within 8 miles of the river I struck the gallop, but when I reached the river I found that they had all crossed at a *rd some 3 miles above Lambs Ferry, where they could cross 12 abreast. I never saw troops more demoralized than they were, and I am satisfied that their loss on the raid was not less than 2,000. No fears need be entertained of their making another raid soon. GEORGE CROOK, Brigadier-General, Commanding. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- Gener at. CHATTANOOGA, TENN., October 17,18638 p. m. (Received 11.30 p. in., 18th.) Maj. Gen. H. W. HALLECK, General-in-Chief: Enemys position as yesterday; are working on pontoons; quiet up river. Rumors that they will cross at Harrison. Have strength- ened force at that point. Rumor here of a battle at Bull Run. Give us such news as you can. Roads below us terrible. W. S. ROSECRANS, ilfajor-General. CHATTANOOGA, TENN., October 17, 18636.30 p. m. (Received 11.25 p. in., 18th.) Maj. Gen. H. W. HALLECK, General-in-Chief: It was a modification of general or(lers to meet the exigencies of our wants for engineer troops I wanted. Has not the President power to transfer or even to muster a whole regiment or its units out of service? If so any regiment can be mustered out, and reinstated as veteran volunteers in the engineer regiment. Please have this done. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major-General. CHATTANOOGA, October 17, 18637 p. m. (Received 11.35 p. in., 18th.) Maj. Gen. H. W. HALLECK, General-in-Chief: Can you let me have Lient. Col. J. H. Wilson, now on Grants staff, for colonel of the engineer regiment? I prefer him to all others, and think, from his character and experience, the appoint- ment will be for the best interests of the service. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major-General. HEADQUARTERS U. S. FORCES, Battle Creek, Tenn., October 17, 18639.30 a. m. [General ROsECRANs:] Mv DEAR GENERAL: Have just arrived here. Encamped last night on the other side of the Little Sequatchie, which was too hig Page 436 436 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. to be forded till this morning. We came over with the ambulance at 6 oclock. Trains are waiting on both sides of the crossing. Empty trains can cross now, loaded ones by 2 p. m. We passed three empty trains of 100 wagons in all since we left Andersons, and met the same number of trains, in all 175 wagons, loaded with forage and rations. The pontoon bridge across the Sequatchie at Jasper will be done by noon to-day. There is a good pontoon bridge across Battle Creek here. General Morgan is doing as well on the road as he can with hi~ scant supply of tools. He has failed to get them either from Bridge- port or Stevenson, and has sent to Nashville. The trains on the road are being pushed forward with energy. I think you will make a de- cided gain by establishing a feeding station for the animals on Wal- dens Ridge, under charge of Colonel Price, Twenty-first Kentucky Volunteers. Every train must halt there long enough for one feed, and half the trains must stop there over night. By leaving forage there it will save hauling it to Chattanooga and back. There is no forage at all on the mountain. Another temporary forage depot somewhere in Sequatchie Valleysay half-way between Andersons and Jasper and another here, will be of great service. Half the mules we saw on the mountain had nothing to eat, and were looking very bad. I go direct to Bridgeport. I sent the escort back from Jasper and the ambulance from here. It is manned. Very truly, yours, ~ A. GARFIELD, Brigadier- General of Volunteers. STEVENSON, October 17, 18638 p. m. Major-General ROSECRANS: I reached Bridgeport at 1 p. in., called on General Howard, and found a large detachment of his men at work corduroying the road to Battle Creek. I met Mr. Stanton, who has made careful exami- nation of the grading between Bridgeport and Jasper. He says there are nearly ties enough for the track, and with a sufficient force prop- erly distributed he can complete a tramway in five or six days. I am satisfied it will be of great service to complete it at once. I called on Captains Edwards and Dudley. The steam-boat will be finished next week. The railroad bridge at Bridgeport is getting on well. Two spans are up and the trestles nearly all up; the rest of the bridge, I should think, could be completed in one week. I directed Captain Dudley to send three wagon-loads of tools and two kegs of nails to Colonels Smith and Price. Please send word to Colonel Smith at what particular point you want them. A large lot of wheelbarrows and tools arrived and are at BY~idgeport to-day. There appears to be a sad lack of efficiency in the quartermasters department here. Captain Dudley tells me that Baker has 100 wag- ons lying idle at Stevenson. There are about 75 of Mitchells wagons and a rabble of teamsters, negroes, and dismounted cavalrymen with them at Bridgeport. Mitchell was there last evening, but went back to New Market this morning. General Howard sent a scouting party of 150 infantry yesterday to Trenton; they returned to-day and report no rebel force in Lookout Valley. At Trenton they captured one of Wheelers captains, who was bearing important dispatches from Wheeler to Bragg, and also the regimental flag and the small papers of the Tennessee regimen Page 437 ~CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.-UNION. 43~7 which surrendered at McMinnville. Wheelers official report was dated October 12, at Courtland, Ala. * He crossed at Muscle Shoals on the 9th. He admits a loss of 250 killed and wounded, about 200 prisoners, and two pieces artillery. He says Roddey has just crossed at Bellefonte and is on way to Murfreesborough. Wheeler also says that General Lee is at Florence with 2,500 men, and thinks it too haz- ardous to cross in obedience to orders and will wait the receipt of further orders. It is reported in to-days paper that the head of Shermans column Ihad a sharp fight with a part of Chalmers division at Collierville and repulsed them. General Elliott reached here a few moments ago; he starts for Chattanooga to-morrow. Colonels Hodges and Simmons left here to-day. General Hooker hopes, if you have any unassigned regi- ~ments to spare, you will give them to the Eleventh Corps. I take a freight train at midnight. I am reporting frequently, you see. J. A. GARFIELD, Brigadier- General of Volunteers. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 17, 1863. Col. W. P. INNES, Nashville: The general commanding has determined to put the railroad from Bridgeport to Jasper, 12 miles, in running order. The road is graded for that distance, and General Hooker has been directed to put it in order, and have the ties cut, commencing at Bridgeport end. The general directs you to provide track and track-layers as soon as Gen- eral Hooker is ready for them, and push the road to completion as ~soon as possible. There is a bridge to be built at Battle Creek, and a small one, some 30 feet long, between there and Bridgeport. Communicate with Gen- eral Hooker in regard to the road and give him every assistance in your power. C. GODDARD, Assistant Adjutant- General. MURFREESBOROUGH, October 17, 1863. Capt. IR. S. THOMS, Aide-de-Garnp: Please say to the general if pioneers did not break the line, could keep it tip in spite of rebels and storms. For last three days the pioneers have torn it down faster than our parties could put it up. Office open at Jasper; second line operating to this place. Will re- port progress daily. I will be at Bridgeport to-morrow J. C. VAN DUZER, Captain and Superintendent of Military Telegraph. HEADQUARTERS, October 17, 186312.15 a. m. Captain JONES: Send by courier or one of your own men. MERRILL, Captain. * See Part II, p. 665 Page 438 438 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. CAMERONS HILL, October 17, 18636.10 p. m. Captain MERRILL: Rebel camp-fires extend from east to a point 25 degrees east of south in one nnbroken line, being most numerous east-southeast and southeast, at which two points there are more troops than at last re- port. Should think there were two brigades additional at the point southeast. HOWGATE, Acting Signal Officer. HEADQUARTERS PIONEER BRIGADE, Chattanooga, Teun., October 17, 1863. Report of the number of commissioned officers and enlisted men in the Pioneer Bri- gade, and how employed, October 17, 1863. Duty. Officers. Men. Aggregate. First Battalion, repairing roads and bridges between this post and Jas- 19 732 per, Tenn. Pontoon companies of the First and Third Battalions, in charge of 11 332 bridges at Bridgeport, Ala. Detached on pioneer duty with Major-General 5heridan 6 126 On duty at Bridgeport, Ala., in charge of pontoon transportation, 10 282 teamsters, & c On duty at Murfreesborough, Tenn., at the fortifications and at the 20 saw-mills. On engineer duty at Murfreesborough, Tenn 4 Absent with supply train 1 30 Absent sick 3 119 Prisoners of war Absent without leave 11 Absent on detached duty 3 5 Teamsters 30 Total absent 57 1,711 1,768 superintending working parties on fortifications 5 On duty making approach to pontoon-bridge 1 50 On duty making boom . 3 43 On fatigue duty at pontoon bridge 2 74 On duty assisting in laying pontoon bridge 2 96 On duty on steamer Paint Rock 1 81 - On duty making flying bridge 1 48 On duty laying pontoon bridge 2 85 On duty repairing engine for water-works 13 On duty as mechanics at the tool department 39 On duty profiling fortifications 1 16 On duty with Lieutenant chandler, staking out works on fortifications 4 On guard at General Mortons headquarters, ammunition-store, tools 35 on the works, and reliefs. On guard at brigade headquarters, and reliefs 20 On guard at the battalions, and reliefs 20 Present sick 4 54 Teamsters so Present on special, extra, or daily duty 86 Total present 46 814 860 Total absent 57 1,711 1,768 Total present 46 814 860 Total number in the Pioneer Brigade, present and absent 103 2,525 2,628 C. V. LAMBERSON, Lieutenant and Acting Assistant Adjutant-General. Brig. Gen. JAMES ST.. CLAIR MORTON, Commanding Pioneer Brigade Page 439 ChAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, 110.UNION. 439~ HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND. Chattanooga, October 17, i8~3. Maj. Gen. G. H. THOMAS, Com~nanding Fourteenth Army Corps: GENERAL: The major-general commanding directs that the Eight- eenth Ohio Regiment report for temporary duty to Brigadier- General Smith, chief engineer, at these headqnarters, to whom its commanding officer will at once report in person for instructions. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, WILLIAM McMICllA~L, Major and Assistant Adjutant-General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 17, 1863. Major-General THOMAS: The major-general commanding directs you to detail from the Second Minnesota, of your command, 50 picked men, under a com- petent commissioned officer, to report at 7 a. m. to-morrow to Brig- adier-General Smith, chief engineer, at these headquarters. The detail to be increased as the occasion may reqnire. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, WM. McMICHAEL, Major and Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS FOURTEENTH ARMY CORPS, INSPECTOR-GENERALS DEPARTMENT, Chattanooga, October 17, 1863. [Major-General THOMAS:] GENERAL: I have the honor to forward the following report: I have notioed in the last few days, while making my tour of duty through the several camps in Fonrteenth Army Corps, a general letting-down or slackness in the usual discipline of the corps. The usual care and attention to the cleanliness and neatness of camps, necessary to health, is very much neglected by regimental com- manders. Provost-marshals are unnecessarily slack in the perform- ance of their respective duties, as but little attention is paid to the straggling of soldiers from their commands, and the firing of arms through the camps at all hours of the day, early and late, is of very frequent occurrence. The straggling of soldiers from camp outside the breast-works has become very great, and annoying to those on duty at the front, materially interfering with the pickets, making them careless and less watchful of their duty, and at a time when a vigilant picket is so essential to our army. I am, general, very respectfully, your obedient servant, J. D. BARKER, Captain, and Actg. Asst. Inspector-General, 14th Army Corps Page 440 440 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII. [Copies sent to division commanders with the following indorsG- ment:] HEADQUARTERS FOURTEENTH ARMY. CORPS, Chattanooga, October 18, 1863. Respectfully referred to the general commanding, who will see that the evils referred to in the within report, so far as his command is concerned, are corrected. By command of Major-General Thomas: B. H. POLK, Captain and Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS FOURTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Chattanooga, Tenn., October 17, 1863. GENERAL: The major-general commanding directs that the First and Third Divisions of this corps be moved to their new position on Monday morning next, the movement to begin at daylight. General Baird will occupy the fort. One of his brigades will be posted in the advance works of General McCook, to the right and south of the fort, and his other troops upon the line to the right as far as they will reach. General Rousseaus division will be posted on the line to the right of General Baird, his left resting upon General Bairds right, and filling the space between that and the river. The picket-line will remain as it is at present until Tuesday, at which time preparations will have been made to have it conform to the change in troops. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, B. H. POLK, Captain and Assistant Adjutant- General. (Copy to General Rousseau and General Baird.) HDQRS. THIRD BRIG., SECOND Div., 14TH ARMY CORPS, October 17, 1863. General REYNOLDS, Chief of Staff: That man Day, who lives on the island, and whom I se~it over this morning before daylight to see Rose, Lumpkins overseer, was capt- ured by the rebels. The overseer came down to the upper end of the island and yelled over to Days wife this fact, and that the rebels intend crossing at Harrisons and come down and surround and capture this force, with ulterior designs on Chattanooga. They are making every preparation to effect this crossing as soon as possible. My pickets still report hearing calking on the other side. If the maps of the river can be relied upon, the most eligible place for them to cross is above Harrisons, at the island opposite or near Dal- las, spoken of by Colonel Atkins last night, as its north shore comes to within 165 feet of this side. There is no commanding ground, as I understand, upon this side from which we can sweep the island by artillery. An engineers survey of the river above here is almost an imperative necessity. Our force is too weak in the neighborhoo Page 441 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC. UNION. 441 of Harrisons. One more brigade there wonld take their crossing out of the conjectural regions, and war you know is not a conject- ural art. I have also the honor to report that I moved a part of my Mocca- ~in Gap corps a little more to the southern and eastern side of the gap, so that it could see the rebel forces upon Lookout Mountain, find vice versa (the late rains filling the streams made this change practicable), and that General Tuba [?] joined me last night at this point with twelve regiments of infantry, two of cavalry, and two batteries. I am, very respectfully, your obedient servant, DANL. MCCOOK. [Indorsements.] General Morgan must come up to Harrisons Landing with all dis- patch. General Hooker must replace him at Battle Creek, Jasper, ~and Anderson. Above orders are attended to. W. S. R., ]lfajor-General. J.J.R. HARRISONS LANDING, October 17, 18638 a. m. Col. C. GODDARD, Assistant Adjutant-General: COLONEL: Two heavy rafts are just passing this post; started from behind the island it is thought; built of heavy logs. Respectfully, S. D. ATKINS, Colonel Ninety-second illinois. HDQRS. EIGHTEENTH KENTUCKY VOLUNTEER INFANTRY, Camp near Williams Island, October 17, 1863. IMaj. WILLIAM MCMICHAEL, Assistant Adjutant-General, Dept. ctf the Gumberland: MAJOR: I have the honor to report matters unchanged in my com- mand. The enemy has not been in so strong force to-day as usual. The sharpshooters I have are proving very effective. I am, very respectfully, HUBBARD K. MILWARD, Lieutenant- Colonel, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 17, 1863. Major-General GRANGER: The general commanding directs you to order a regiment from Coburns brigade to McMinnville to garrison that place. Send a competent officer to command it, and direct him to construct defe Page 442 442 KY., SW. VA., TENN., MISS., N. ALA., AND N. GA. [CHAP. XLII, sive works and to report frequently. There are now about 125 men fit for duty, 100 convalescents, and 75 sick. The men were paroled by the Confederate cavalry, but have been collected and placed on duty by Surgeon Mintzer, who has assnmed command and reporteJ for orders. He has been instructed to send the sick to Nashville. I am, sir, very respectfully, your obedient servant, C. GODDARD, Lieutenant- Colonel dnd Assistant Adjutant- General~ HDQRS. SECOND BRIG., FIRST Div., 4TH ARMY CORPS, October 17, 1863. Major FULLERTON, Assistant Adjutant-General, Fourth Army Corps: The fog is so heavy that nothing can be seen yet over the river. The knocking and chopping was heard again opposite the head of the island. It is so concealed by the woods that we cannot discover what it is. In accordance with the intimation given by General Granger, I sent a fatigue party to cut the roads so that artillery could be concentrated on the ridge overlooking the enemys camp. Artil- lery can be very advantageously located 400 or 500 yards nearer than any we have bearing on them now. I have not got the range accurate from all the points, one especially from Captain Naylors battery. We will throw a shell or two this evening for the pnrpose of getting exact range. Their camp is in full view and nnmbers of men visi- ble at almost any hour of the day. After the fog rises, if anything is visible that needs your attention, I will report it. This is a most. admirable point for a 20-pounder Parrott. I respectfully suggest the propriety and necessity for the health of the men, that their hat and blankets be hnrried up as soon as possi- ble; if they have to shift longer without them, their health will be seriously impaired. The reports required are being made as rapidly as the scattered con- dition of my command and difficulty of crossing the river will admit. I seiid this by an orderly on foot, crossing the river in a skiff oppo- site my quarters. Respectfully, ~. C. WHITAKER, Brigadier- General. HEADQUARTERS U. S. FORCES, Camp, Battle Creek, Tenn., October 17, 186& Major-General REYNOLDS, Chief of Staff, Department Headquarters: GENERAL: Dispatch received. Every man will be put upon the bridge necessary for its early completion, as soon as the tools can be obtained to work with. In accordance with orders from department headqi~arters, the river was thoroughly patrolled above and below this point to-day. No sign of the enemy. The pontoon across the Sequatchie was finished and train crossing at 1 p. m. Large force to work upon the road. Generals Garfield and Steedman passed through to-day. Nothing further to communicate. I am, general, very respectfully, your obedient servant, JAMES D. MORGAN, Brigadier- General Page 443 CHAP. XLII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 443 HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 17, 18634.05 p. m. Col. Rie~s~1TsH~ The general Commanding has received your Communication of the 16th. He directs to have Hatfields bridge repaired at once, so that it can be used by trains if necessary. He directs yon to station officers at the proper places to direct wagon trains as you suggest; empty ones on one side and loaded ones on the other side of the river, lie also directs that you have the roads blazed and guide-boards put up at all necessary points. Hereafter place the time upon all dispatches~ Very respectfully, your obedient servant, C. GODDARD, Lieutenant- Colonel and Assistant Adjutant-GeneraL HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Brigadier-General MORGAN, Chattanooga, October 17, 1863.. Battle Creek: Colonel Smith is ordered from Anderson to Dallas. You will pre- p are to replace him with your command. General Howard will re- lieve you. Move as soon as Howard sends enough force to relieve you on bridge and guards. By order of Major-General Rosecrans:. ~. GODDARD, Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE CUMBERLAND, Chattanooga, October 17, 1863. Col. R. F. SMITH: The general commanding directs you to move at once with all your force, except one regiment, to the vicinity of Harrisons Landing or Dallas, and confer with the nearest commanding officer, and take post so as to best prevent a crossing by the enemy. Take with you a full supply of ammunition and all the provisions you can. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, C. GODDARD, Lieutenant- Colonel and Assistant. Adjutant- Generat. HEADQUARTERS U. S. FORCES, Andersons Cross-Roads, October 17, 18639 p. m. Lient. Col. C. GODDARD, Assistant Adjutant-General, Dept. of the C