TITLE: The war of the rebellion: a compilation of the official records of the Union and Confederate armies. / Series 1 - Volume 41 (Part III) 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, 1893 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 2.4 44f LL5~ v 41 L) tS NOI CI RCU LATE FRAGILE L~ CIRCULATL THE GIFT OF %L 58.~)AfcvLpAoA~14I~/I E~ Title Page Page 1 Q THE WAR OF THE REBELLION: A COMPILATION OF THE OFFICIAL IIRECOBDS OF THE UNION AND CONFEDERATE ARMIES. PUBLiSHED UNDER THE DIRECTION OF The Hon. DANIEL S. LAMONT, Secretary of War, BY MAJ. GEORGE B. DAVIS, U. S. A., MR. LESLIE J. PERRY, Ma. JOSEPH W. KIRKLEY, Board of Pitbiication. SERIES IVOLUME XLIIN FOUR PARTS. PART IllCORRESPONDENCE, ETC. WASHINGTON: GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE. 1893. I Page 2 Page 3 PAART 111.VOL. XLI. CORRESPONDENCE, ORDERS, AND RETURNS RELATING TO OPERATIONS IN LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSIS- SIPPI STATES AND TERRITORIES, FROM SEPTEMBER 1, 1864, TO OCTOBER 15, 1864.* UNIOIN CO1~7RIESPONDIENCE. ETC.I HEADQUARTERS U. S. FORCES, Brazos 8antiago, Tex., 8epternber 1, 1864. Maj. GEORGE B. DRAKE, Assistant Adjutant-General, Dept. of the Gulf: MAJOR: I have the honor to report to you that I have received the following information from Judge Baldwin, a loyal citizen of Austin, who has been confined in jails at San Antonio and Anderson, Grimes County, from the 9th of October, 1863, to the 21st of July, 1864, at which time he was released and sent across the Rio Grande at Eagle Pass by order of General Magruder, viz: Re- enforcements are being sent to Ford from Eastern Texas; two batteries of six guns each have been ordered to report to him. He has now about 1,500 troops which can be assembled in a short time, and I am of the opinion that it is his intention to station quite a large force between this place and Browns- ville in order that cotton may be crossed into Mexico with safety and military supplies received from and through that country. I have not learned as yet whether an attack against -this place is designed or not, but shall be at any time prepared for such an event. Judge Baldwin leaves to-day for New Orleans, per steamer Suwanee, and will give you further information, as he will for that purpose call at department headquarters. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, H. M. DAY, Colonel, Commanding U. 8. Forces, Brazos 8antiago, Tex. SPECIAL ORDERS, ~ HDQRS. NINETEENTH ARMY CORPS, No. 189. 5 New Orleans, 8eptember 1, 1864. 1. The commanding officer Second Massachusetts Battery will pro- ceed without delay with his battery to Morgauza to join the Cavalry Brigade, Nineteenth Army Corps, reporting on his arrival to the com- manding officer at that place. * * * * * * * By command of Maj. Gen. J. J. Reynolds: S. C. FARRINGTON, Captain and Aide-dc-Camp. (3) * Including Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Indian Territory, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, New Mexico, and Texas, and the Department of the Northwest, emb,rac- ing Dakota, Iowa, Minnesota, and Wisconsin. For Union and Confederate Correspondence from July 1, 1864, to August 31, 1864, ~ee Part II, and from October16, 1864, to December 31, 1864, see Part~IV Page 4 4 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII, IDONALDSONVILLE, September 1, 1864. (Received 10 a. in.) Maj. G. B. DRAKE, Assistant Adjutant- General: All quiet here this morning. Colonel Sypher reports the following from Plaquemine: A flag of truce caine to our lines yesterday covering dispatches from Captain Rat- 11ff; comnianding Confederate forces of the Atchafalaya, and borne by Lieutenant- Colonel Sparks, of the Confederate Governor Allens personal staff. They inquired concerning the rej)orted imprisonment of certain citizens of Louisiana, with the intent to retaliate upon them for the murder of three men of this command, by Captain MeAnnelly during his raid into this town on the 8th of August. Respectfully, J. R. PARSONS, Major, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF ARKANSAS, & c., Little Rock, Ark., September 1, 1864. Maj. Gen. E. R. S. CANnY, Comdg. Miilitary Division of West ]Jfississippi: (Care of commander of gun-boat fleet, month of White River.) GENERAL: Citizens report that Shelby was moving toward Maguires Ferry. West, with about 2,300, in pursuit. Colonel Graves, with about 600 infantry, convoyed by gun-boat No.30, went up White River to co- operate with General West. I ordered Coloiiel Moore np from Saint Charles with his command with the intention of sending him up White River to cut off Shelby and capture his camp of conscripts at Jackson- port, but he did not obey the order. He has never reported to me. Very respectfully, F. STEELE, Major. General. SPECIAL ORDERS, IIDQRS. DEPARTMENT OF ARKANSAS, No. 209. Little Pock, Ark., September 1, 1864. * * * * * * VI. The Forty-seventh Iowa Infantry is hereby relieved from duty in this department and will proceed to Davenport, Iowa, the place of original muster and rendezvous, and report to the superintendent of volunteer recruiting service for the State, for the purpose of being mus- tered out at the expiration of their term of service, September 11, 1864. The quartermasters departuient will furnish the necessary transporta- tion. VII. The One hundred and forty-third Illinois Jnfaiitry Volunteers is hereby relieved from duty in this department and will proceed to Mattoon, ill., the place of original rendezvous, and report to the super- inten dent of volunteer recruiting service for the State, for the purpose of being mustered out at the expiration of their term of service, Sep- tember 11, 1864. The quartermasters department will furnish the nec- essary transportation. By order of Maj. Gen. F. Steele: JOHN F. LACEY, Assistant Adjutant- General Page 5 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC. UNION. 5 HEADQUARTERS DISTRiCT OF WEST TENNESSEE, Memphis, Teun., September 1, 1864. Col. WILLIAM CROOKS, Commanding District of Eastern Arkansas, Helena: COLONEL: Yours of 30th and 31st ultiino received this mOrning.* The ammunition will be sent in the morning. I also send in the morning a force of 4,000 men under Major-General Mower to cut his way to Devalls Bluff. I also cross in the moruing a force of 2,000 cavalry into Arkansas, who will march directly to Clarendon and co-operate with Mowers force. They will operate as a protecting force to Helena. I send two small steamers up the Saint Francis River to ferry the cav- alry across that stream. I am, colonel, your servant, C. C. WASHBURN, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF LITTLE RocK, Little Bock, Ark., September 1, 1864. Brig. Gen. CYRUS BUSSEX: GENERAL: I am directed by the brigadier-general commanding to say to you that it has been intimated to General Steele that the rebels may make a raid into Little Rock. The general directs that you take precautions to prevent and repulse such an attempt. Regiments will - be kept ready to turn out under arms at short notice, and be ordered to march at once to attack any raider as soon as heard from. Camps of regiments and batteries will be surrounded with obstructions to prevent a sudden dash. The guns at Fort Steele will be kept ready to load, and will all be discharged in case of an alarm. The fort will be provided with a drawbridge to prevent a surprise. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, C. H. DYER, Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF LITTLE ROCK, Little Bock, Ark., September 1, 1864. Colonel MORRISON: COLONEL: It has been intimated to General Steele that the rebels may make a raid into Little Rock. The brigadier-general command- ing directs that you cause regimental camps to be arranged to pre- vent a dash. The regiments will be ordered to march to the scene of any raid. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, C. II. DYER, Assistant Adjutant- General. HDQRS. SECOND DIVISION, SEVENTH ARMY CORPS, Derails Bluft Ark., September 1, 1864. Maj. Gem F. STEELE: Gun-boat 37, Captain Rogers, just come up. He left Saint Charles at 2 p. n. yesterday. Some of the stores had been brought to the See Part II, pp. 934, 952 Page 6 6 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. (CHAP. LIII. shore, but nothing put aboard the boat. He met the Nevada eight miles this side of Saint Charles. Captain Rogers represents the earth-works and defenses at Saint Charles as very formidable, and thinks it very dangerous if the rebels are allowed to occupy them; says the gnu-boats there could not keep them out. I think of sending a scout down on a boat this p. in., to go out from Saint Chades. Very respectfully, C. C. ANDREWS, Brigadier- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF LITTLE ROCK, Little Rock, Ark., $eptember 1, 18646.30 p. m. COMMANDING OFFICER, Brownsville, Ark. The brigadier-general commanding directs me to say that General West intends to cross White River at Grand Glaize. Shelby may come in behind him. Keep scouts well out and have everything in readiness to receive him. S. E. GRAVES, Captain and Acting Aide-de- Camp. OPERATOR: Please send a copy Qf the above dispatch to Brig. Gen. C. C. An- drews, Devalls Bluff Your obedient servant, S. E. GRAVES, Captain and Acting Aide-de- Camp. HDQRS. SECOND DIVISION, SEVENTH ARMY CORPS, Devalls Blnff, September 1, 18647.30 p. m. Capt. C. H. DYER, Assistant Adjntant- General, Little Rock, Ark.: General Carrs dispatch of 6.30 p. in. just received. It is impossible to spare a man of cavalry. It was as much as I could do to get sixty men to-day for scout toward Arkansas River. My force is extremely small for the work to be done here. Very respectfully, C. C. ANDREWS, Brigadier- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF LITTLE ROCK, Little Rock, Ark., September 1, 18648 p. m. COMMANDING OFFICER, Post of Lewisbnrg: General Wests command is acro~s White River below Jacksonport. If Shelby wants to get across the Arkansas he will be in your neigh- borhood soon. Keep scouts well out to the east and northwest and be in readiness to move your whole camp at short notice. Should the enemy come, divide your force and operate in his front, flanks, and rear; General West will probably be close after him. By order of Brig. Gen. E. A. Carr: S. E. GRAVES, Captain and Acting Aide-de-Camp Page 7 CHAP. MIII CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.IINION. 1 HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF WEST TENNESSEE, Memphis, Tenn., September 1, 1864. Maj. Gen. A. J. SMITh, Corndg. Right Wing, Sixteenth Army Corps, Memphis, Tenn.: GENERAL: You will order Brig. Gen. J. A. Mower, commanding First Division, Sixteenth Army Corps, to embark the effective force of his division upon transports now lying at the levee, with ten days rations and forage and a full supply of ammunition, and move with the least possible delay to Devalls Bluff, on White River, and re-enforce that post, reporting to Major-General Steele. As soon as the emergency is over, and the troops supposed to be now assailing General Steele are driven back, General Mower, with his command, will report back here, unless he shall receive orders to the contrary. I am, general, your obedient servant, C. C. WASHBURN, Major- General. SPECIAL ORDERS, )~ HDQR5. FIRST Dlv., 16TH ARMY CORPS, No. 124. 5 Memphis, Tenn., September 1, 1864. The brigade commanders of this division will have their commands ready to embark on boats to-night. The camps will remain standing. No men will be left behind except those who are sick or convalescent, and they will be examined by brigade surgeons, whose decision only will be authority for excusing the nien from going with their commands. It must be distinctly understood I hat company commanders have no authority whatever for leaving their men behind, and if stragglers and skulkers be found in camp after their command leaves the command- ing officers of the companies to which they belong will be held strictly responsible for their conduct, and charges will be preferred against them for neglect of duty. By order of Brig. Geim. J. A. Mower: CHAS. CHRISTENSEN, Lieutenant and Acting Assistant Adjutant- General. YvTASHINGTON~ D. C., September 1, 1864. Major-General RoSECRANS, Saint Louis, Mo The qnartermaster-general of Missonri has asked for 5,000 stand of arms and accouterments, to be turned over to the State. The Secre- tary of War directs that you report the object and necessity of such transfer. It is said that a portion of the arms previonsly so trans- ferred went into the hands of guerrillas and bushwhackers. H. W. HALLECK, Major- General and Chief of Staff. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE MISSOURI, Saint Louis, September 1, 1864. Maj. Gen. H. W. HALLECK, Washington, D. C.: The arms are wanted for organizations under Order 107, of this department, for local defense, consisting of one or more companies o Page 8 8 LOUISIANA AND THE TRAINS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIIL picked men called out and armed as Provisional Enrolled Militia, but acting under the United States authorities, when requisite, agaihst guerrillas. It was my intention to have ordered these local forces armed and paid by the counties, but the Governor thought it best to give theui a State militia status and such compensation as was possible by the State. They will prevent the necessity of self constituted organi- zations, have the sanction of the State, and are under control of the national authority. I most earnestly request that the arms may be furnished. Most of the arms distributed to militia in North Missouri were got back and placed in the hands of loyal men just before the late outbreak. Perhaps 1,200 were lost. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. GENERAL ORDERS, HDQRS. DEPARTMENT OF THE MissouRi, No. 159. 5 Saint Louis, Mo., September 1, 1864. The general commanding, satisfied that thecitizens of the town of iRocheport, in Boone County, Mo., have countenanced, tolerated, and fed, if not encouraged, gangs of bushwhackers and other outlaws, for the last six weeks, and being apprised that a gang of these villains in open daylight shot and murdered Thomas Waterman, the only support of a widowed mother and two sisters, on the steam-boat Baffington, at the landing of said town, orders that the sum of $10,000 be collected from the disloyal citizens of Itocheport and paid to the chief quarter- master of the department for the use of the widow and sisters of said Waterman. The district coimuander is charged with the execution of this order. By command of Major-General Itosecrans: 0. D. GREENE, Assistant Adjutant- General and Chief of Staff. HEADQUARTERS SAINT LOUIS DISTRICT, Saint Louis, Mo., September 1, 1864. Lieutenant-Colonel HILLER, Cape Girardean: If you find the guerrillas are in Dunklin County in s6me force, send an expedition after them. It is much better to go after them than wait foi~ them to come. THOMAS EWING, JR., Brigadier- General. PILOT KNOB, Mo., September 1, 1864. Brigadier-General EWING~ Commanding: There have been two guerrilla bands reported to me since Freemans men plundered Webster that amounts to anything. Many reports of rebels passing through are caused by my men passing themselves for rebels. My men are continually scouting, and I dont think there are twenty armed rebels in Washington, Saint Francois, and Saint Gene- vieve Counties at this time. JAMES WILSON, Major, Commanding Third Sub-District Page 9 CHAP. LflI.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 9 WARRENSBURG, September 1, 1864. Major-General ROSECRANS: Colonel Ford has scouted the country in the vicinity of Morristown, on Grand River, and Black Crossing of the Siii, and reports no large bodies of guerrillas concentrating at those points. A. PLEASONTON, Major- General, Gommanding. GLASGOW, September 1, 1864. Major-General IROSECRANS: I have just arrived. A large rebel force under Todd, about 200, was concentrating yesterday noon between Dover and Waverly, while another force of forty men was coming from Arrow Rock toward Salt Pond, in Saline. I think they intend a raid on the loyal settlement in Southeast La Fayette. I have been on a scout in that direction myself; returning last night to Waverly. Learning these facts from rebel sym- pathizers, I ordered one of them to take this information to the vicin- ity concerned. I leave here immediately to meet the steamer Tutt, which is to relieve the Fanny Ogden on her way up. HENRY SUESS, Major and Chief of Gavairy, Commanding Gun-boat Ogden. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE MISSOURI, September 1, 1864. COMMANDER OF STEAM-BOAT FANNY OGDEN, Boonville, ]llio.: Send out the cavalry under your command and some of the infantry secretly against the rebels to co-operate with a force from the railroad. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. SAINT LOUIS, September 1, 1864. Maj. HKNRY SUESS, Commanding Fanny Ogden, Glasgow: I wish, if possible, that your forces. should be used, except a steam. boat guard of twenty-five men, liii an expedition from Boonville to co- operate with troops from Mexico, which move to-morrow on the rebels in Boone and Howard. 1 want the movement so planned that it will surprise the bushwackers on a side they least expect. Have you the right kind of officers, men, and information to undertake this, and what do you propose ~ Answer. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. JEFFERSON CITY, September 1, 1864. Capt. J. P. DROUILLARD, Aide-de- Camp: The steamer Bmiffington has been in the hands of the rebels, but is now at this port. One maim was killed on her on Tuesday last. She canine back yesterday. J. S. WOLFE, Colonel, Commanding Post Page 10 10 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. JEFFERSON CITY, September 1, 1864. Capt. J. H. STEGER, Assistant Adjutant- General: By direction of Brigadier-General Douglass, Captain Carey, com- manding at Columbia, Boone County, advises me that 360 rebels, mostly recruits, are in two camps near Providence, in Boone County, and requests me to co-operate with himself and Major Leonard, of Howard County, against these camps. Shall I go ~ J. S. WOLFE, Colonel, Commanding. WARRENSBITRG, September 1, 1864. Col. JOHN S. WOLFE, Jefferson City: The detachment of 100 men will not move as directed in dispatch of yesterday, but will be held in readiness to move at a moments notice. By order of Major-General Pleasonton: J. H. STEGER, Assistant Adjutant- General. PLEASANT HILL, September 1, 1864. Capt. J. H. STEG-ER, Assistant Adjutant- General: Arrived here this morning. No large bodies of guerrillas on Grand River. Neither do I think they are concentrating in vicinity of Lone Jack. I have 100 men with me. Shall return through Lone Jack and the Snibar Hills; probably start in the morning. J. H. FORD, Colonel, Comm adding. PLEASANT HILL, September 1, 1864. Capt. J. H. STEGER, Assistant Adjutant- General: Lieutenant Spencer has just returned from scout in neighborhood of Chapel Hill and Cold Sprhzigs. Reports that no large force of the enemy are concentrating, bnt small recruiting bands are seen nearly every day. Had I better lay quiet here until to-morrow night ~ J. H. FORD, Colonel, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF CENTRAL MISSOURI, Warrensbnrg, September 1, 1864. Col. J. H. FORD, Pleasant Hill: Lieutenant-Colonel Lazear is moving toward Blackwater Crossing of the Sni. There is no necessity for his moving farther west. Coin- muiiicate this to him. By order of Major-General Pleasoiiton: J. H. STEGER, Assistant Adjutant- General Page 11 CHAP. 1111.1 CORIWSPONDENCE, ETC.ITNION. 11 SEDALIA, Seiptember 1, 1864. General PLEA gONTON, Warrensburg: Forty-two rebels entered Tipton at 6 oclock this morning. Killed two men; went in direction of Boonville. Reports to me from reliable sonrce place the nnmber at 150 men. They say they will attack Boon- ville in the morning. I). W. WEAR, Lieutenant- Colonel, Commanding. WARRENSBURG, September 1, 1864. Capt. M. BUREIS, Lexington: Is Major Sness above or below Lexington? Answer. By order: J. II. STEGEII, Assistant Adjutant- General. LEXINGTON, September 1, 1864. Capt. J. H. STEGER, Assistant Adjutant- General: Major Sness is below Lexington. Expected here this or to-morrow evening. M. BURRIS, Captain, Commanding. LEXINGTON, September 1, 1864. Capt. J. II. STEGER, Assistant Adjutant- General: Sin: Company F, First Missonri State Militia Cavalry, is at Mar- shall, withont rations. Their rations are here. Colonel Lazear ordered me to send escort to Marshall with rations to-morrow. What shall I do? MILTON BURRIS, Captain, Commanding. WARRENSBURG, September 1, 1864. Capt. M. Bunnis, Lexington: Hold yonr monnted force in readiness to move, with ten days rations, at a iuoiuents notice. Acknowledge receipt. By order: J. II. STEGEIR, Assistant Adjutant- General. (Copies to Capt. Joseph Parke, Boonville, and Col. J. S. Wolfe, Jeffer- son City. Page 12 12 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. Liii. SAINT LOUIS, Mo., September 1, 1864. Brigadier-General FISK, Saint Joseph, Mo.: The First Iowa Cavalry Volunteers should be gotten in readiness to move but they will not leave until relieved by orders from these head- quarters. By order of General iRosecrans: FRANK ENO, Assistant Adjutant- General. SAINT JOSEPH, September 1, 1864. Capt. FRANK ENO, Assistant Adjutant- General: I am concentrating the First Iowa Cavalry Volunteers at Mexico to await orders from department headquarters. C. B. FISK, Brigadier- General. SAINT Louis, September 1, 1864. Brigadier-General DOUGLASS, Mexico, Mo.: I want you to give the strength of the rebels in that country, and let me know what troops are needed to drive them from the country. Turn all your wits to teach our men the secret of expeditions to still-hunt and surprise the enemy. All that is wanted is to adopt the deer and bear hunting tactics. Our men must move by routes and at times to avoid being seen at all. No stopping at farm-houses or any other place to be seen. W. & ROSECItANS, Major- General. GENERAL ORDERS, HDQRS. DISTRiCT ov SOUTH KANSAS, No. 23. Paola, Kans., September 1, 1864. In conformity with Special Orders, No. 180, department headquar- ters, I hereby assume command of this district. Orders heretofore in force will continue to be obeyed until otherwise directed. GEO. SYKES, Major- General, Commanding. GENERAL ORDERS, HDQRS. DISTRICT OF SOUTH KANSAS, No. 25. Paola, Kans., September 1, 1864. The following officers are announced on the staff of the district com- mander: Capt. G. S. Hampton, U. S. Volunteers, assistant adjutant- general; Maj. E. G. Ross, Eleventh Kansas Cavalry, district inspector; Maj. W. C. Ransom, Sixth Kansas Cavalry, judge-advocate and assist- ant commissary of musters; S urg. Philip Harvey, U. S. Volunteers, medical director; Capt. B. F. Simpson, Fifteenth Kansas Volunteer Cavalry, acting assistant qnartermaster and provost-marshal; Capt. George J. Clark, Fourteenth Kansas Cavalry, ordnance officer; Lieut. iR. J. Harper, regimental commissary Eleventh Kansas Cavalry, actin Page 13 Ciw~. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 13 commissary of subsistence; Liellt. James A. Snyder, U. S. Army, aide- de-camp. They will be obeyed and respected accordingly. The cur- rent business of the office will be transacted between the hours of 9 a. m. and 3p. in., except Sundays. Business requiring immediate atten- tion will be attended to at all hours. By command of Major-General Sykes: GEG. S. HAMPTON, Assistant Adjutant- General. WARRENSBURG, September 1, 1864. Major-General SYKES, Paola, Kans.: My troops report the statement concerning Morristown incorrect. Several reports go to show the guerrillas are moving south. A. PLEASONTON, Major- General. PAGLA, KANS., September 1, 1864. Licuiten ant-Colonel PLUMB, Olathe: The enemy reported by General Pleasonton moving south, with his force after them. This was in the afternoon. As soon as it can be learned that they are bound south of you draw in Company I tempora- rily. Notify Major Anderson to-night and I will Coidwater Grove. Have your command fasten on their hats the strips of red, white, and blue, and keep theni on. T. MOONLIGHT, Colonel. HDQRS. SUB-DISTRICT No. 3, DIST. OF SOUTH KANSAS, Paola, September 1, 1864. Capt. HENRY PEARCE, Company C, Eleventh Kans. Vol. Car., Coidwater Grore, Kans.: CAPTAIN: Lient. Col. P. B. Plumb h~s made the following change in the patrol system in his command on the border, to wit: Two men will leave Aubrey, going south, every ten minutes after 7 p. m. for two hours, making twenty-four men. They Will go to a point halfway below, on the Aubrey and Coldwater Grove road, and meet the pickets from Coldwater, amid then go east or west, as the case may be, to another road, and observe the same order in going back. North of Aubrey the patrol will consist of one man instead of two. You will make the same change in your system of patrols until further orders. By order of Colonel Moonlight: IRA I. TABEII, First Lieutenant and Acting Assistant Adjutant-General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE NORTHWEST, Milwaukee, Wis., September 1, 1864. Maj. Gen. H. W. HALLECK, Chief of Staff of the Army, Washington, D. C.: GENERAL: I have the honor to request instructions as to the dispo- sition of Sioux prisoners held, in confinement at Davenport Iowa, i Page 14 14 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI [CHAP. LIH. accordance with sentences of military commissions held in 1862. The terms of confinement of some of these prisoners are beginning to expire, and already one or two of them have been ordered to be discharged from custody by the Commissary-General of Prisoners. It is not practicable nor humane to release a wild Indian from custody far from his home and tribe and turn him loose in the streets of Davenport without means of subsistence or any power to return to his people. Aside from the inhumanity of such a proceeding, the l)eople and civil authorities of Iowa very naturally object to being encumbered with released paupers of this description. Some disposition of these released Indians should be ordered, but as I have no authority to send them anywhere, nor to provide for their wants when released, I dont know how to act. I have called the attention of the superintendent of Indiaii affairs in this region to these cases, but although he says he will attend to it he has not done so. By sending these released Sioux back to their own country and there releasing them we should only be re-enforcing the bands of hostile Indians now in arms against the United States. Some system of dispos- ing of these Indians should be adopted, and I have the honor, therefore, tt ask instructions on the subject. I am, general, respectfully, your obedient servant, JNO. POPE, Major- General, Commanding. HDQRs. DIST. OF MINNESOTA, DEPT. OF THE NORTHWEST, iS~aint Paul, Minn., ~epternber 1, 1864. Maj. Gen. JOHN PoPE, Comdg. Department of the Northwest, Milwaukee, This.: GENERAL: I have the honor to state that official dispatches report the murder by twenty-one Sioux Indians of two men outright and of a third, who lived only a few hours, named B risse, Lusta, and Dean, who were on their way with two teams from Georgetown to Fort Abercrom- bie. The affair took place about twenty-eight miles from the latter post, at 2 p. in. on 23d ultimo, the savages being iii ambush in the woods of the Red River. One man, who drove the leading team, escaped with his team, and the other team followed at full speed with one of the dead men and the wounded man remaining in the wagon, so that the Indians got no horses or other plunder. Major Adams received intelligence of the murders about 7.30 the same evening, aiid immedi- ately proceeded with forty mounted men to the scene of the outrage, which he reached early in th~ morning. After burying two of the men, one of whom was frightfully mutilated, the trail of the Indians was taken, which led to the Cheyenne River and up that stream, but the murderers had too long a start to be overtaken. They evidently came from the camp of desperadoes on the Missouri Cotean, west of Devils Lake, from which all of these parties, in my opinion, have sprung. This large camp of about 400 lodges is composed of the most desperate villains from all the various bands of Sioux, and I amn not without hope that Colonel Thomas may be enabled to attend to them after recrossing the Missouri River. It would be well worth the effort, for the extermina- tion of the whole gang of 700 or 800 warriors in that camp would extin- guish the greatelement of mischief aimd danger on this frontier. One of the party who was concerned in the Blue Earth raid has been captured by my scouts near Fort Wadsworth while he was trying to steal some of their horses. It is not probable he will be allowed a Page 15 15 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC,UNJON. opportnnity of renewing his exploits in that direction. He frankly avowed that he was one of the party of nine who had been on a horse- stealing expeditioii to the settlements. He seemed perfectly indifferent as to his fate, and will probably receive no more mercy than he expected. I have given positive orders that no quarter shall be given to those savages who are found in the act of committing depredations on the settlers. I am, general, very respectfully, your obedient servant, H. H. SIBLEY, Brigadier- General, Commanding. UBQRS. 1)1sT. OF MINNESOTA, P EPT. OF THE NORTHWEST, Saint Paul, ]Jlinn., September 1, 1864. Lieutenant-Colonel PFAENDER, Commanding Second Sub-District, Fort Bidgely: COLONEL: Herewith inclosed you will please find special order de- taching Company G, Thirtieth Wisconsin Volunteers, from the garrison at Fort Ridgely and ordering it to Fort Wadsworth, acting as a portion of the train of l)ublic supplies, which it is supposed will be ready for departure from iRidgely on the 5th instaiit. You will, of course, see to the prompt execution of the order. This (himinution will still leave about 130 men at Fort Itidgely, according to your report of 28th nitimo, whjch is considered quite sufficient for the present. Should the two additioiial companies of the Independent Battalion be turned over for duty in the district, they will be armed as infantry temporarily and dis- })atched to the frontier. Lieutenant Tilton of Wisconsin, will, accordiiig to order also - Company G, Thirtieth inclosed, turn over the com- mand of the detachment under his orders to some officer to be desig- nated by you aiid accompany his company on the march. It will be necessary to send back the detachment of cavalry en route downward with the train that they may act as escort with returning train from Fort Wadsworth. By command of Brigadier-General Sibley: I am, colonel, very respectfully, your obedient servant, R. C. OLIN, Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS FORT WADSWORTH, DAK. TER., September 1, 1864. Capt. Th C. OLIN, Assistant Adjutant- General, District of Minnesota: SIR: The communication dated August 19,* also one dated August 22,* with sealed orders for Col. M. T. Thomas, commanding expedition- ary force, were received on the 29th of August. I have been on thewatch for the hostile Indians supposed to have passed near this post, but up to this time have not succeeded in capturing any of them, excepting the one reported in my last report. This one I have in safe-keeping. Lieu- tenant Phillips returned to this post on the 27th of August from Fort Rice on the Missouri River after escorting Captain Fisks train to that place. (Please see his report.t) Lieutenant Gardner, Company M, ~See Part II, Pp. 777, 8i5, respectively. See Part H, P. 947 Page 16 16 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. Second Cavalry, returned on the 29th of August, after a five days scout with eleven scouts under Gabriel iReuville. I also forward his report.* The scouts and cavalry have been kept busy scoutiug while the iufautry have beeu kept busy doing guard duty and working on buildings. The block-houses are completed one story high. They are built with hewn oak timber seven by eight and nine inches, firmly put together. I intend to plank them on the outside with oak plank one and a half inches thick as soon as possible. I thought it would be best to secure quarters and other buildings before putting the second story on the block-houses.~ Captain McKusick, assistant quartermaster, is pushing all the work, and with the time necessary to get the tools in working order and to become acquainted with the men best suited for the dift~r- ent parts of the work, he has certainly done well for the time engaged. The timber is hewn for the magazine and willbe laid up this week. The large quartermaster and commissary building will be l)ut up of oak timber, sawed six by eight inches. It will have a good stone founda- tion with a cellar eight feet deep, twenty-two feet wide, and forty-three feet long. It will be ready for timber by the last of the week, and will be ready for use in a very short time. The saw-mill is doing well, although it took some time to get it properly started. A blacksmith- shop has been put up, and a small building for headquarters will be completed to-morrow. Lieutenant Phillips, Company I (cavalry), left here this morning with orders to report to Captain Bonham, at Fort Ridgely, or en route t~ or from there. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, JOHN CLOWNEY, Major Thirtieth J?egt. Wisconsin in/ty. Vois., (Jomdg. SPECIAL ORDERS, WAR DEPT., ADJT. GENERALS OFFICE, No. 290. Washington, September 2, 1864. * * * * * * 48. Lieut. Col. W. II. Thurston, assistant inspector-general of the Six- teenth Army Corps, is hereby relieved from duty with that corps, and will report in person without delay to Major-General Canby, U. S. Vol. unteers, commanding Military Division of West Mississippi, for assign- ment to duty with Major-General Hurlbut, U. S. Volunteers. * * * * * * * By order of the Secretary of War: E. D. TOWNSEND, Assistant Adjutant- Oeneral. HDQRS. MILITARY DIVISION OF WEST MISSISSIPPI, New Orleans, La., September 2, 1864. Major-General CANnY: I have just received your telegram, through General Lawler, and will order Captain Wilson, of the Onachita, now lying at Bafon Rouge, to convoy all vessels you may send up. The vessel carries forty guns. On arrival here will order Captain Wilson to return to Baton Rouge to ~See Part II, P. 949 Page 17 CHAP. Liii.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 17 meet any other vessels coming up, and will send to Morganza by other vessels from here. Bayou Sara vessels will report to Captain Wilson at Baton Rouge. Would advise if there are many vessels going up that they go together, and I can give them a proper convoy. Should Captain Wilson be below Baton Rouge this dispatch should be shown him and he will return with them. Respectfully, JAS. P. FOSTER, Commanding Second District, lllississippi River. [Indorsement.] HDQRS. MILITARY DIVISION o~ WEST MiSSiSsippi, New Orleans, September 2, 1864. Official copy respectfully furnished Major-General Reynolds for his information, and with the request that he will be pleased to keep Cap- tain Foster posted about the movement of the transports, their number, and time of departure. By order of Maj. Gen. B. R. S. Canby: C. T. CHRISTENSEN, Major and Assistant Adjutant- Genefal. SPECIAL ORDERS,? HDQRS. DEPARTMENT OF THE GULF, No. 236. New Orleans, La., September 2, 1864. * * * * * * * 5. The Ninety-eighth U. S. Colored Infantry (Engineers) will proceed at once to Brashear City, reporting to the commanding officer at that post for special service on the works at that place, to be superintended by the acting chief engineer of the department. The quartermasters department will furnish the necessary transportation. 6. During the temporary absence of Brig. Gen. Richard Arnold, Capt. Jacob T. Foster, First Wisconsin Battery, is announced as chief of artillery at these headquarters. * * * * * * * By command of Major-General Banks: C. S. SARGENT, Acting Assistant Adjutant- General. THIBOPEAUX, September 2, 1864. Maj. GEORc~E B. DRAKE, (Received 11.25 a. in.) Assistant Adjutant- General: Colonel Harris, in a letter dated yesterday, says that colored persons jast in report that Bailey Vincent is conscripting negroes for soldiers. Two have been shot for refusing to serve, and that this creates great dissatisfaction among the soldiers of the enemy. The enemy are haul- ing skiffs from Bayou Techel& o Grand Lake. Eleven negroes said to be enmployed in making 1,000 oars. The negroes say that they have heard that there are 1,000 men and two pieces of artillery between Centreville and Saint Martinville. The artillery started to come this way, but went back. Since Colonel Harris wrote his letter they have made a demonstration, but without artillery. R. A. CAMERON, Brigadier- General of Volunteers, Commanding District. 2 R RVOL XLI, PT II Page 18 18 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MiSSISSIPPI. [CHAP. JAIl. NEW ORLEANS, September 2, 1864. Brigadier-General LAWLER, Morganza, La.: The major-general commanding directs me to say that you have his permission to send force to Bayou Sara as you propose. S. C. FAIRRINUTON, Captain and Aide-dc-Camp. NEW ORLEANS, September 2, 1864. Maj. J. II. PARSONS, Donaldsonville, La.: The major-general commanding the Nineteenth Army Corps directs that you will embark so much of your regiment on the Colonel Colburn as she will carry, to proceed at once to Morgauza. Other transporta- tion will be furnished as soon as possible. S. C. FA1IRINGTO~ - Gaptain and Aide-dc-Camp. SPECIAL ORDERS, HEADQUARTERS U. S. FORCES, No. 53. Morganza, La., September 2, 1864. * * * * * * * YJJ. The Second Division, Nineteenth Corps, Brigadier-General Dennis commanding, will commeiice to embark to-morrow morning at 6 oclock, beginning with the First Brigade and the others in order. The transportation and all batteries with twenty days rations and for- age will be taken. By command of Brig. Gen. M. K. Lawler: B. WILSON, C~aptain and Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS U.S. FORCES, iforganza, La., September 2, 1864. Brigadier-General DENNIS: GENERAL: The following-named boats have been assigned for the transportation of your command. Their carrying capacity, set opposite, is determined by the quartermaster, and they will be loaded accord- ingly, if possible: The illinois, Twenty-sixth New York Battery and 1,500 men; the Laurel Hill, Seventh Massachusetts Battery and 1,500 men; the Baltic, 1,500 men; the Nebraska, 1,500 men. The batteries will be embarked here as designated before the boats report at your landing. The steamer Pringle will form a portion of your fleet to Natchez and will take on board one of the two regiments there, if they have re- ceived marching orders and are ready. The remaining regiment you can divide among the other transports. The Pringle is not to return from White River. By command of Brigadier-General Lawler: BLUFORD WILSON, Assistant Adjutant- General Page 19 Cnxp. LIH.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 19 GENERAL ORDERS, RD QUS. SECOND Div., 19TH ARMY CORPS, No. 6. ]Iliorganza, La., September 2, 1864. The troops of this command will embark to-morrow morning, the 3d instant, at 6 oclock, commencing with the First Brigade. All trans- portation and camp and garrison equipage will be taken. Rations and forage will be taken in bulk. By order of Brigadier-General Dennis: WM. E. KUHN, Acting Assistant Adjutant- General. LITTLE ROCK, September 2, 1864. Capt. J. R. GRACE: CAPTAIN: I have ordered several expeditions fitted out against Shelby. Nothing has been accomplished yet. General West is prob- ably near Grand Glaize now, and expects co-operation from the com- mand which you convoyed up White River and which has just returned. I want another force sent np if you will convoy the transports. Please answer and inform me how far yonr boat can probably get up White River. If West gets above Shelby at Augusta and the other command below him he will be very likely to lose his artillery at least, as either is more than a match for him. F. STEELE, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS FIRST DIVISION, SEVENTH ARMY CORPS, Little rock, Ark., September 2, 1864. Col. J. F. RITTER, Commanding Third Brigade, & C.: SIR: You will order all the available cavalry of your command to the camp of the Third Missouri Cavalry, to remain there until to-morrow morning, when, if positive information of the enemy has not been received by the Third Missouri Cavalry, who are in pursuit of the enemy, you will send a scout to Benton. By order of Brig. Gen. C. Bussey: A. BLOCKI, Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS FIRST DIVISION, SEVENTH ARMY CORPS, Little rock An ~, Lient. W. JACKSON, % September ~ 1864 Comdg. Battery B, Second Missouri Light Artillery: LIEUTENANT: You will proceed at once to move your battery to the redoubt known as Fort Rice and take position therein. You will report in person at these headquarters for special instructions. By order of Brig. Gen. C. Bussey: A. BLOCKI, Assistant Adjutant- General Page 20 [CHAP. LIII. 20 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. HEADQUARTERS FIRST DIVISION, SEVENTH ARMY CORPS, Little Pock, Ark., September 2, 1864. COMMANDING OFFICER 113TH REGIMENT U. S. COLORED INFANTRY: SIR: The general commanding directs that you act with your coni- mand as support to Captain Marrs battery, encamped iu your neigh- borhood. You will make the necessary dispositions to comply with this order in case of need. \Tery respectfully, your most obedient servant, A. BLOCKI, Assistant Adjutant- General. LITTLE iROCK, September 2, 1864. Brig. Gen. C. C. ANDREWS: General West was pushing for Grand Glaize when last heard from. He expected to meet Graves there and pursue Shelby, who was to cross the river at that point. I desire you to re-enforce Graves from the Saint Charles command. Send complete organizatioiis if possible. I leave it to your discretion how large a force of that command shall be sent. I want West to have sufficient force to make a sure thing of Shelby if he can catch him. Rations should be taken so that some might be issued to the troops already up the river, if transportation can be provided. Mr. Yeakle, hay contractor, got in, having been released. He says the rebels are really starved, and if West pushes them it will be hard with them. Please answer. F. STEELE, Major- General. HDQRS. SECOND DIViSION, SEVENTH ARMY CORPS, Derails Bluff, September 2, 18646.30 p. m. Maj. Gen. F. STEELE, Little Bock: Just received your dispatch about re-enforcing Graves an(l suppose it was written before you received mine reporting Graves return. The only thing I could now propose would be to send troops as far up as possible, to Peach Orchard Bluff, if no farther; there land and push on against Shelby if he is at Augusta. l)isembark a scout on west side of river to notify West of affairs. We must not underrate Shelby. I have boats enough to take 2,000 men to Peach Orchard Bluff but I have not that force to send. Taking Graves and the two regiments already arrived from Saint Charles would make only about 1,200 effective men. I think the gun-boat an(l Graves should have gone till they saw some- thing of the enemy at least. Very respectfully, C. C. ANDREWS, Brigadier- General, Commanding. LITTLE RocK, September 2, 1864. Brig. Gen. C. C. ANDREWS: I am very anxious that Wests movements should be supported, afl(l wish the command you spoke of in your last dispatch got ready at once Page 21 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, .ETC.UNION. 21 If Captain Grace will go with his gull-boat scouts might be taken on the boats to send information to West. I think it would be necessary to land above Peach Orchard Bluff on account of a bayou connected with the river below Angusta. If West should cross at Grand Glaize, aild the force you send reach Augusta, Shelby would be between two fires, either of which would be more than a match for him. Shelby had the prisoners with him. General Carr will dispatch to you soon. F. STEELE, ill ajor- General. P. S.Would it not be well to send a section of a battery with so large an infantry force? HDQRS. SECOND DIVISION SEVENTH ARMY Conps, Devalls BlujJ September 2, 186410.30 a. m. Capt. C. H. DYER, Assistant Adjutant- General, Little Rock: Colonel Graves command has just returned with gun-boat. About noon day before yesterday they got within eighteen miles of Augusta. by water and six miles by land, aud there learned that Shelby was at Augusta with his whole force. They remained there several hours and then fell back to Peach Orchard Bluff. Yesterday Colonel Graves pro- posed to move up again, but the river had fallen, and the pilots reported they could not get up to where they had been and get back again, so they returned. From the farthest point they reached they could have moved on about to Grand Glaize, provided the water had not flullen, The Nevada is here; she draws less water than the Kate Hart, but is large and unwieldy. Yery respectfully, C. C. ANDRLEWS~ Brigadier- General, Commanding. LITTLE ROCK, ARK., ASejptember 2, 1864. Brig. Gen. C. C. ANDREWS, Devalis Bluff: When General West left Searcy it was his intention to go toward Grand Glaize. C. H. DYER, Assistant Adjutant- General. LITTLE ROCK, ARK., September 2, 1864. Brig. Gen. C. C. ANDREWS, Devalls Bluff: It cannot be possible that Shelby~s forces are at Augusta. By order of Brig. Gen. E. A. Carr: C. II. DYER, Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF LITTLE ROCK, Little Rock, Ark., September 2, 1864. General ANDREWS, Devalls Bluff: General Steele will request the gun-boat to go up the river again. If it goes, send all the infantry you can, with a section of artillery Page 22 22 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. tIlL Order them to go as far up the river as possible, and then land and march on Angnsta unless they learn from General West that the enemy is somewhere else, in which case they must niarch on the enemy; 1,200 infantry can beat all of Shelbys force. Let them take a party of cav- alry to land and communicate with General West. Send also a party of cavalry, twenty-five or fifty strong, as soon as it is ascertained that the boats will go to find General West and notify him of what is doing. By order of Brig. Gen. E. A. Carr: C. H. DYER, Assistant Adjutant- General. HDQRS. SECOND DIVISION, SEVENTH ARMY CORPS, Derails Bluff, September 2, 18646.45-p. m. Capt. C. II. DYER, Assistant Adjutant-General, Little Rock: CAPTAIN: I think I will have everything in readiness for the expe- dition to move at daylight to-morrow. Captain Grace says he will go. I will send the Nevada, Commercial, and Cel~ste. Will be able perhaps to send forty cavalry, twenty to land on west side of the river, to go and commnnicate with General West, and twenty to go with the infan- try, on east side of the river. I cannot send ont any more cavalry, I think. Colonel Graves says a woman near Peach Orchard Bluff re- ported that Shelby was abont to move to join Price at Dardanelle, and move thence into Missouri. Very respectfully, C. C. ANDREWS, Brigadier- General, Commanding. IIDQRS. SECOND DIvIsIoN, SEVENTH ARMY CORPS, Derails Bluff, September 2, 1864. Col. W. H. GRAVES, Commanding First Brigade: COLONEL: Agreeable to the verbal instructions given you this after- noon by the brigadier-general commanding, you will again move up White River with the efi~ctive force of the Twelfth Michigan Infantry and detachments of Fifty-fourth and Sixty-first Illinois, to re-enforce and co-operate with General West against Shelby. The Fourteenth Wisconsin Infantry and Eighty-first Illinois Infantry, also one section of artillery and forty cavalry, will constitute the rest of the force which will accompany you and be under yonr orders. The gnu-boat Fawn, Captain Grace, will go as escort. You will have for transports the steamers Nevada, Commercial, and Celeste. The artillery will embark on the Nevada, and it is already understood that the Fourteenth Wis- consin and Eighty-first Illinois Infantry will also embark on that boat. It is intended to have everything on the boats at 2 oclock to-night, so there will be a certainty the boats can leave at daylight. I learn that whemi General West left Searcy it was his intention to go toward Grand Glaize. You will adopt the best means in your power to communicate with him and inform him of what is going on. I expect you will be able to get above the mouth of Little Red River with the transports; above there it will be best to land about twenty of the cavalry on the west side of the river to communicate with General West. Mr. John Thorp Page 23 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 23 will be a good guide on that side of the river; he will be aboard the Celeste. Mr. McLaren, another guide, for the east side of the river, will report to you. You will go up the river as far as possible, and then land and march on Augusta, unless you learn from Genera] West or other good authority that the enemy is somewhere else; in which case you will march on the enemy. If General West shoul(l be at Grand Glaize, aud the Celeste, or some other boat, can reach that point and help him cross, the result might be very favorable, allowing that Shelby is near Augusta. If it is in my power I will send along more troops after you. Use every effort to have Shelby snppressed. Very respectfully, C. C. AINDIIEWS, Brigadier- General, Commanding. IIDQRS. SECOND DIVISION, SEVENTH ARMY CORPS, Derails Bin.tJ September 2, 1864. Major ENSIGN, Commanding Third Brigade: The pickets report that they have heard artillery firing ont on the railroad this morning. You will at once send out a scout as far as the first statiol), about seven miles. By order of Brig. Gen. C. C. Andrews: W. A. MARTIN, First Lieutenant and Acting Assistant Adjutant- General. HDQRS. SECOND I)IVISION, SEVENTH ARMY CORPS, Derails Bluff, September 2, 1864. Major ENSIGN, Commanding Third Brigade: I want seventy-five men, mounted, to start out this afternoon with four days rations. I must have twenty-five at least. Give orders for the men to be in readiness and let me know the best you can do. My inspection the other (lay showed 460 men for duty and 197 serviceable horses. Very respectfully, C. C. ANDIREWS, Brigadier- General, Commanding. HDQRS. SECOND DIVISION, SEVENTH ARMY CORPS, Derails Bluff, September 2, 1864. Major ENSIGN, Commandinq Third Brigade: You will furnish from your command, to report to Colonel Graves on board steamer Nevada, at 2 oclock to-morrow morning, two commis- sioned officers and forty enlisted men. They will be dismounted and have five days rations. By order of Brig. Gen. C. C. Andrews: W. A. MARTIN, First Lient., Third Michigan Cavalry, Aetg. Asst. Adjt. Gen Page 24 24 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIIL IIDQRS. SECOND DIVISiON, SEVENTH ARMY CORPS, Derails Bluff, September 2, 1864. Colonel WARD, Commanding Fourteenth Wisconsin Infantry: You will hold your command in readiness to march at a moments notice with five days rations. Report to these headqnarters your effective force. By order of Brig. Gen. C. C. Andrews: W. A. MARTIN, First Lieut., Third Michigan Cavalry, Actg. Asst. Adjt. ~i5en. HDQRS. SECOND DIVISION, SEVENTH ARMY CORPS, Derails Bluff, Ark., September 2, 18647 a. m. Major WILLUOX: I wish you to send a scout in the direction of Bayou Des Arc and Hickory Plains; probably thirty men will answer. If you can send that number~ or even a little less, I will send them to Des Arc on the Celeste. She can be at your landing as soon as you are ready. Send back answer by the orderly and return within dispatch. C. C. ANJJREWS, Brigadier- tileneral, Commanding. LITTLE ROCK, ARK., September 2, 18649.30 p. m. Colonel ENGELMANN, Commanding Post, Brownsville: Send dispatch* through to General West, by escort ordered from Third Michigan, as expeditiously as possible. Let the dispatch be coni- niunicated to three most discreet and intelligent of the escort, so if they are attacked the dispatch can be destroyed and the men push through with their information. By order of Brig. Gen. E. A. Carr: S. E. GRAVES, Captain and Acting Aide-de-Camp. LITTLE ROCK, ARK., September 2, 1864. Brig. Gen. J. R. WEST, Commanding Cavalry Expedition: The general commanding directs inc to say that the expedition up the river under Colonel Graves returned to the Bluff yesterday unex- pectedly. Twelve hundred infantry and one section of battery leave to-morrow (Saturday) morning, on three boats, escorted by a gun-boat, with instructions to proceed as far up the river as possible and land on the east side of the White and advance on Shelby. if lie can be found. They will try to communicate with you by cavalry landed. Pilots think they cannot get up to Grand Glaize, and they will make a diversion in your favor, if no more. The boats will take rations for you. S. E. GRAVES, Captain and Acting Aide-de-Camp. See next, p08t Page 25 CHAP. LIII:] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.IJNION. 25 HEADQUARTERS DISTRIZIT OF LITTLE ROCK, Little Rock, Ark., September 2. 1864. COMMANDING OFFICER NINTH KANSAS CAVALRY, In Camp at Ilunterseille: SIR: By direction of the brigadier-general commanding you will break up your present camp and move the regiment to the south side of the river. The ground asAigued for your camp is south and west of the penitentiary buildings, on the hill where stands a small brick house near the infantry pickets. Put the regiment north of that house and east of the earth-works toward the west in column of squad- rons. A spe~ial sentinel must prevent the men from crossing or walk- ing on the earth-works or using the trenches for sinks or other pur- poses. Five springs exist on the left of the road below the picket, and good stock water is found in the low land to the eastward. The picket you are keeping up on the Brownsville and other roads you will con- tinue to fill until the return ~of the expedition under General West, provided the post commander of Huntersyille has no other means of filling it. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, ~IAMES F. DWIGHT, Major and Chief of Staff. U. S. S. VINDICATOR, September 2. 1864. Maj. Gen. N. J. T. DANA, Commanding U. S. Forces, Vicksburg and vicinity: GENERAL: Three deserters came into one of our gun-boats yesterday, belonging to the engineer regiment of the Trans-Mississippi forces. They had been stationed at Kirks Ferry, on the Tensas River, where they had built a pontoon for the use of the troops about to cross the Mississippi. They represent that the orders for crossing had been countermanded; that a part of their pontoon train had been sent back to Alexandria; that all the troops had been ordered to assemble at Mon- roe. They understood the infantry were to operate in Arkansas, the cavalry to go to Missouri. This is important, if true, and looks like carrying the war back to its old boundaries and cutting off Steele. If you think it is necessary, will you inform General Steele? It may be also, assembling at Monroe, they intend to attack Millikens Bend and Goodrichs Landing, and perhaps to cross the river above Vicksburg. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, TUGS. 0. SELFRIDGE, Lieuten~ant- Commandcr, Comdg. Ffth Div. Mississippi Squadron. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF WEST TENNESSEE, Memphis, Tenn., September 2, 1864. Maj. Gen. E. R. S. CANnY, Comdg. Mil. Div. of West Jlliississippi, New Orleans, La.: GENERAL: Advices from Devalls Bluff, under date the 25th ultimo,* represent that Shelby had cut the railroad between there and Little Rock, and captured 450 men who were gaarding it. It was also reported that the enemy in force was about to cross the Arkansas River, while See Part I, p. 281 Page 26 26 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. LcHAP. LIII. another force would attack Bittle Rock. Yesterday the commander at Helena seut me dispatches that he had reports from rebel sources that the enemy had captured the posts at Pine Bluff and Saiut Charles and were about to attack Devalls BluIE I immediately ordered Major- General Mower, who had just returned here with his division, to pro- ceed to White River to the relief of our forces, and have thrown 2,000 cavalry across the river here, to proceed to White River and operate with General Mower. I have just received advices from two different sources, both of which I deem reliable, fhat a big raid is On foot for Missouri, led by Price and Shelby. An escaped citizen from near Bates- ville, who left five days ago, says that they were preparing ten days rations there for 12,000 men when he left, and it was understood that Price, with Marmaduke and other forces, had crossed the Arkansas River and were moving toward Missouri, and would be joined at Bates- yule by Shelbys forces, about 4,000 strong. The other citizen, well known to me, was in Shelbys camp ten days ago, just before he raided on the railroad, and he informs me that there is no doubt about the intention to invade Missouri at once. Owing to heavy rains and un- passable roads, I found that I could remove General Smith back here, and send him to Nashville by water much sooner than he could reach Decatur by land, and General Sherman directed me so to move him. He would have been on his way now for Nashville, but for this trouble in Arkansas, but I shall send him the moment I am satisfied that Steeles safety does not require him to be sent there. The transports intended for him I have had to give to Mower. General Sherman directed me to detain General Mower here until you should think he could be spared. All these troop~ may be wanted to head off this Missouri raid, if it takes place, for in the present state of affairs in that State it will never do to allow Price to reach there. The force that you spoke of sending up in your last dispatch I hope to soon hear of; fom~ I have no doubt that a large force is threatenimig Little Rock, while Price & Co. are making their Missouri raid. Jam, general, your obediemit servant, C. C. WASHBURN, Miajor- 6!eneral. P. S.General Sherman is very anxious that the parts of regiments belonging to the Seventeenth Corps, now at Saint Charles (if not cap- tured) should be sent tohiin, and 1 hope you may be able to relieve them. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF WEST TENNESSEE, Memphis, Teun., September 2, 1864. Maj. Gen. W. S. ROSECRANS, Oomdg. Department of the Missouri, Saint Louis, Mo.: GENERAL: Advices from Devalls Bluff under date of the 25th ultimno,* represent that Shelby had cut the railroad between there and Little Rock, and captured 450 men who were guarding it. It was also reported that the enemy in force was about to cross the Arkansas River, while another force would attack Little Rock. Yesterday the comuman- der at Helena sent me dispatches that he had reports from rebel sources that the enemy had captured the posts at Pine Bluff and Saint Charles and were about to attack Devalls Bluff. I immediately ordered Major- General Mower, who had just returned here with his division, to pro- See Part I, 1~ 281 Page 27 cair. 1111.1 CO1R~ESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 27 ceed to White River to the relief of our forces, and have thrown 2,000 cavalry across the river here to proceed to White River and operate with General Mower. I have just received advices from two different sources, both of which I deem reliable, that a big raid is on foot for Missouri, led by Price and Shelby. An escaped citizen from neat Batesville, who left five days ago, says that they were preparing ten days rations there for 12,000 men when he left, and it was understood that Price with Marmaduke and other forces, had crossed the Arkansas River, and were moving toward Missouri, and would be joined at Batesville by Shelbys forces, about 4,000 strong. The other citizen, well known to me, was in Shelbys camp ten days ago, just before lie raided on the railroad, and he informs me that there is no doubt about the intention to invade Missouri at once. I shall send A. J. Smiths division up river just as soon as transports arrive to carry him; which I hope will be in a day or two. He goes to Sherman, unless some emergency should require him elsewhere. He will have 6,000 men I am, general, your obedient servant, C. C. WASHBURN, Major- General. SPECIAL OUnEES, HnQns. FIRST Div., 16TH ARMY Cones, No. 125. Memphi8, Tenn., September 2, 18G4. * * * * * * * V. The transports carrying troops and stores of this command at the signal of one long whistle from the Darling will linmediately get up steam, and at the second long whistle, which will be one hour after the first, they will swing out into the stream in the following order: First, steamer Darling, division headquarters; second, steamer Kenton, coin- missary of subsistence and ammunition boat; third, steamer J. D. Perry, First Brigade headquarters; fourth, steamer Des Moines; fifth, steamer Jennie steamer , ud Brigade Hubbs; sixth, John Raine Seco headquarters; seventh, steamer War Eagle; eighth, steamer James Watson; ninth, steamer Saint Patrick, Third Brigade headquarters; tenth, steamer, Cheeseman; eleventh, steamer Mattie. The boats will keep well-closed up and will not leave the position assio-ned them in this order. The signals will only be repeated by boats carrying brigade commanders. In cas~ of landing, boats will still re- tam their places. The signals will be as follows: One long whistle when tied up, to get under way; when under way one long whistle, to tie up or land; three whistles, close order; four whistles, open order; five whistles, want to communicate; six whistles, let me go ahead and reconnoiter; one gun, the enemy in sight; two short whistles and a long one, I want assist- ance; three short whistles and a long one, the enemy have a battery; four short whistles and a long one, the troops will land; one gun and a long whistle, all clear, you can pass. VI. The transports carrying the troops of this command will move promptly at 4 a. m. to-morrow, in the order designated in the order heretofore published. The signal will be given from the Darlimig at 3.30 oclock. By order of Maj. Gen. Joseph A. Mower: J. B. SAMPLE, A ssistant Adjutant- General Page 28 28 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. GENERAL ORDERS, HDQRS. 3D BRIm, 3D Div., 16TH A. C., No. 15. 5 ]JiIiemphi~, Tenn., September 2, 1864. Col. P. Pease, Forty-ninth Illinois Veteran Volunteer Infantry, will immediately assume command of this brigade during the temporary absence of the colonel commanding. By order of E. H. Wolfe, ~olonel commanding: JAS. D. COBINE, Acting Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS OF THE ARMY, September 2, 1864. CHIEF OF ORDNANCE: The Secretary of War directs that 5,000 stand of arms and accou- terinents be issued to the State of Missouri, as may be directed by Major-General liosecrans. H. W. HALLECK, Major- General and Chief of Staff. SAINT Louis, September 2, 1864. Maj. Gen. H. W. HALLECK, Washington, 1). C.: The Seventeenth Illinois Cavalry, which has been festering in serv- ice withont cavalry arms or horses since the 2d of February until about four weeks ago, is at last all relieved from Alton, and partly mounted. Two battalions were sent to North Missouri, but are so demoralized that it will take time and the best efforts of the officers to restore them. What I want is an order for horses for the remainder of the regiment say, 500. Without it the regiment will go to ruin. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS SAINT Louis DISTRIcT, Saint Lonis, Mo., September 2, 1864. Maj. 0. D. GREENE, Assistant Adjntant- General,. Department of the Missonri: In compliance with instructions of August 5, from department headquarters, I have the honor to transmit the following report and estimate of time enemy within and near the border of the Saint Louis District: Lieutenant-Colonel Huller, commanding Second Sub-District, reports on the 25th nltimo that he is not aware of a single camp either of guerrillas or Confederates in his sub-district. Has information that he deems reliable of a force of about 6,000 at Jacksonport and along the State line, near Black and White Rivers, under command of Shelby) Freeman, and Reves. Of this force about one-half are Confederates, the remainder guerrillas and conscripts. There are a few unorganized guerrillas in Mississippi and Greene Counties, Ark., that make raids occasionally into this State. Bowlin, with his band of guerrillas, has been ordered to Jacksonport to report to Shelby. Maj. James Wilson, commanding Third Sub-District, reports a force of ten guerrillas in Saint Francois County on the 15th ultimo, name of commander not known; a band of ten or twelve guerrillas in wester Page 29 CHAP. LUI.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 29 part of Iron County on the 18th, commander not known. On the 23d a band of fifty guerrillas entered Webster and plundered it; returned in southwestern direction. Reports Freemans brigade stationed at Evening Shade, Ark., on the 16th ultimo, about 2,000 strong, about 500 or 600 armed. This information was obtained from a citizen of Law- rence County, Ark., who has a brother in Freemans command, and confirmed by a paroled prisoner named Meyers, a loyal resident of this city, who was sent to our lines by Shelby; and also last saw Freemans command north of Evening Shade, and eighteen miles south of the Missouri line on the 19th. Freeman was then marching north. A small band of guerrillas reported at Point Rock Creek, Carter County, Mo. A notorious band of robbers, under one Reed, has been committing depredations in Bollinger County, about fifteen men in all. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, T. EWING, JR., Brigadier- General. CAPE GIRARTJEAU, Mo., September 2, 1864. Brigadier-General EWING: Have jnst received a dispatch from Captain Edwards, at New Mad- rid. Says one of his scouts came across two spies to-day and killed them. He learns that Colonel Clark is in command of the rebels, and that he has overestimated them; says he feels secure. Other two scouts are still out, and I will notify you a~ fast as they get in. My posts are all weak, but as soon as I can locate this rebel force I will concentrate and move against them. H. M. HuLLER, Lieutenant- (Jolonel, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS SAINT Louis DISTRICT, Saint Louis, iIJio., September 2, 1864. Lieutenant-Colonel HILLER, Cape Girardeau, iILo.: Strengthen New Madrid, uiilcss you feel it perfectly secure. As to this telegraph me. Use the utmost effort, by scouts and otherwise, to find the location, strength, ~mnd purpose of the enemy. Keep me fully advised. THOMAS EWING, JR., Brigadier- General. CAPE GIRARDEAU, ASeptembek 2, LS64. Captain EWING, Charleston, Mo.: Captain Edwards says he caught a guerrilla to-day who he scared into confessing that 1,500 rebels under Major Smith crossed Little River at Elk Chute yesterday moving toward New Madrid. Have sent scouts out in that direction. You must keep scouts out constantly, and if the line should get down so that you cannot reach me, and y~u find an overwhelnming force is moving imp above Madrid, you will fall back here by way of Commerce. H. M. HILLER, Lieutenant- Colonel, Ebommanding Page 30 30 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIIL IIOLLA, Mo., September 2, 1864. Capt. E. McK. HUDSON, Acting Assistant Adjutant- General: The two companies of the Ninth Missouri State Militia Cavalry will march to-morrow morning for Jefferson City. JNO. McNEIL, Brigadier- General, Commanding. IIOLLA, Mo., September 2, 1864. Captain HUDSON, Acting Assistant Adjutant-General: A heavy commissary train of 100 wagons loaded with stores, for which the commissary at Springfield, Mo., is loudly calling, also the arms of the Forty-sixth Regiment Volunteers, are now ready and wait- ing for an escort. I have none that is adequate to spare. At least 100 men will be requisite. All this district outside of iRolla, Salem, and Waynesville is and has been the last four months at the mercy of the guerrillas. I should like to come down to-morrow to see the general commanding about these things. Will you order me there? JOHN McNEIL, Brigadier- General. SAINT LoUIS, September 2, 1864. General MCNEIL, Bolla, Afo.: If the two companies Ninth Missouri State Militia Cavalry have not gone to Jefferson retaii~ them and send sufficient escort with the wagon trains. Write what you wish to say, as it will not answer for you to leave IRolla for a few days. By order of General Rosecrans: EDW. McK. HUDSON, Acting Assistant Adjutant- General. GLASGOW, September 2, 1864. Major-General IROSECRANS, Saint Louis ,Mio.: GENERAL: Two hundred guerrillas took the Jefferson penitentiary ferry-boat day before yesterday, killing the pilot and captain, and cross- ing over to the south side. I took command of the Tutt this morning, releasing the Fanny Ogden. My command is composed of thirty mounted and seventy-five dismounted cavalry, and one section of artil- lery. I have now the cavalry and thirty dismounted ~nen at Frankfort, enforcing an assessment. Is not the force you speak of the same that has crossed on the penitentiary boat? If not, and you can give me information, I could use troops from here to execute any movement you might suggest. HENRY SUESS, Major, & e. Page 31 CHAP. LIII.J CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 31 SAINT Louis, September 2, 1864. Major SUESS, Glasgow: I have no report df the capture of this boat or of the doings of the captors. Report by telegraph all you know. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. GLASGOW, Mo., September 2, 1864. Major-General ROSECRANS: The steam ferry belonging to the State penitentiary left Jefferson Thursday morning, manned, piloted, & c., by convicts. She was fired into at IRocheport and taken, after her ca})tain was killed and pilot mortally wounded. Captain Eads, of the Tutt, reports that the com- manding officer at Jeffersou told him that about 200 rcbels crossed near Rocheport during Tuesday night, and that the boat was released the next morning. I forgot to state in former dispatch that on Wednesday noon about 200 guerrillas were concentratiiig between Waverly and Dover. HENRY SUESS, Major, & c. PLEASANT HILL, September 2, 1864. Captain STEGER, Assistant Adjutant-General: There are no guerrillas in the vicinity of Blackwater Crossing, nor any signs of any in the last week. Will I go on or return to La Fay- ette and Saline~ I learned yesterday that guerrillas were quite numer- ous on the border of Saline and Cooper. Please answer to-night. B. F. LAZEAR, Lieutenant- Colonel, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DISmIcT OF CENTRAL MISSOURI, Warrensburg, September 2, 1864. Lieut. Col. B. F. LAZEAR, Pleasant Hill: Major Kelly, with three companies of Fourth Missouri Militia, at Tabo and Higgins farm, and the two companies at Chapel Hill, has been - ordered to move into Cooper and P~ttis Counties. You will have to take care of La Fayette and Saline. By order of Brigadier-General Brown: J. H. STEGER, Assistant A djnta at- General. SAINT JOSEPH, September 2, 1864. Col. 0. D. cTREENE, Saint Louis: I have the honor to call attention to my telegram of the 30th ultilno* asking for instructions as to mounting a portion of the new regiments for service against the bushwhackers. It is important that there be as little delay as possible in mounting the troops. CLINTON B. FISK, Brigadier- General. * See Part II, 1~ 942 Page 32 32 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. SAINT Louis, September 2, 1864. General FISK: I do not like mounted men to hunt bushwhac1~ers; they make too much noise, are too conspicuous, commit too many depredations, and are too helpless. With the mounted force you now have and infantry to move secretly, still-hunt, and surprise them you can drive the guerrillas from the State in three weeks. Without that all the infantry you have mounted would merely overrun the country and leave the guerrillas hidden to laugh as they passed by. W. S. ROSECIRANS, Major- General. SAINT Louis, September 2, 1864. General FISK: A man named Gilstrap is reported to be in Howard and Randolph under the pretense of being a recruiting officer, committing depreda- tions and abusing the people. Let Colonel Forbes investigate the case and put a stop to it. By order of General Rosecrans: EDW. McK. HUDSON, Acting Assistant Adjntant- General. SAINT JoSEPH, September 2, 1864. Major-General IROSECEANS: Will it be practicable for you to send 500 mounted and well-armed men to Jefferson City to cross this district for ten days campaign against the guerrillas in Boone and Howard? If so, what time can they come to this side? I will make dispositions to concentrate all the force I can spare to co-operate with them. The bushwhackers are increasing daily in General Douglass district. We must make an early and vigorous campaign against them if we can get the force. CLINTON B. FISK, Brigadier- General. SAINT LouIs, September 2, 1864. Brigadier-General FISK, Saint Joseph: The general conunanding asks why do you not let Catherwood take command of his regiment and send him down there to clear all that region of country? Something should be (lone down there. FRANK S. BOND, Itifajor and Aide-de-Camp. SAINT JOSEPH, September 2, 1864. Major BOND, Aide-dc- Camp: Catherwood is not iii my (listrict. He is now in Saint Louis recruit- ing. I have only a portion of his regiment, under Major King, in Cla Page 33 Ca& r. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 33 County, where they are much needed, although I propose sending them to Boone County for a few days. We need 1,500 good men in that region forthwith. Chariton, Howard, Randolph, Andrain, and Monroe Counties have at least 1,500 bushmen. The approaching draft is steadily [increasing] the corps de ~ from a class of citizens who have never before openly resisted the Government, and in the counties above named disloyalty has never beeii so rampant as just now, nor have loyalists ever before becit so dispirited. That entire region needs a severe lesson, and by the grace of God they shall have it if I can get the men, arms, and horses for the companies. C. B. FJSK, Brigadier- General4 SAINT LOUIS, September 2, 1864. General FISK: You have ample force already if properly disposed and used. There is abundance of bread-con suming, marauding, and traveling about, but no effective, well-concerted action to expel the rebels from those coun- ties. The whole matter should be put under one head and the details arranged for concerted movement. Why not give the whole to Cather- wood? Where are his troops? Answer. W. S. ROSECRANS, ]Jliajor- General. SAINT JOSEPH, September 2, 1864. Major-General IROsEcRANS, Saint Loui8: Catherwoods troops are at Liberty, in Clay County, numbering 230 mcii for duty. Catherwood is not in the district. Major King, also in command of the detachment, is in no respect inferior to Catherwood, and in many respects much the superior of the two officers. General Douglass will direct the movements of the troops in Boone and Howard. I shall send him every available man. You will remember, general, that none of the new troops are available, and my best militia com- J)anies are just now in the transition state from militia to volunteers, and the Ninth Cavalry Missouri State Militia are nearly all dismounted. Will do the best we can toward expelling the guerrillas with footmen. CLINTON B. FISK, Brigadier- General. SAINT LOUIS, September 2, 1864. Brigadier-General DOUGLASS, Mexico, ]lJio.: Has your expedition started, and is it too far under way to have a co-operative force sent on the Fanny Ogden, to land at Providence and move from thence to Columbi& I I write by direction of the general commanding. FRANK S. BOND, Major and Aide-de-Gamp. 3 H RYOL~ XLI, PT II Page 34 34 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSiPPI. [CHAP. LIII. MExico, Mo., September 2, 1864. Maj. FRANK S. BOND, Aide-dc- Camp Expedition has started and am expecting to liear from them to-night. Too late to co-operate with them. J. B. DOUGLASS, Brigadier- General. SAINT JOSEPH, September 2, 1864. Maj. A. A. KING, Liberty, Mo.: Move forthwith from Liberty to Glasgow with all the available force that can be spared from the garrison at Liberty. Make the number 250 men, well armed and mounted. If possible add to them at Rich- ummond, Carrollton, and Brunswick all the well-armed and niounted militiamen that can be spared from home-guard duty at Glasgow, detail- ing a concentrated move4nent a~a.inst the bushwhackers in Howard, Boone, and Randolph Counties. Prepare for a campaign of fifteen or twenty days; move with light rations to Glasgow. Restrain your com- mand from all lawlessness. Prevent straggling and pillaging, if at the cost of shooting offenders. Obtain ijiformation of guerrilla movements at Carrollton, and if they are said to be in any force in Central Chari- ton send a column via Rockford, on Grand River, to Keytesville and Glasgow. Keep inc advised by messengers sent to hamilton, Chilli- cothe, or Brookileld, to be sent by telegraph. Compel citizens to bear your messages, and hold them responsible for promptness and secrecy. Keep your destination and campaign a secret. Captain Garth will be instructed to be vigilant and on tIme alert during your absence from Liberty. Answer at once when you will probably reach Glasgow. CLINTON B. FISK, Brigadier- General. WESTON, September 2, 1864. General FISK: Gordon has gone north toward the Iowa linethe only whacker of any prominence now left to engage our attention except Capt. William Downing. H. HILLIARD, Major, Commanding. HDQRS. EIGHTH SUB-DISTRICT OF NORTH MISSOURI, OFFICE OF ASSISTANT PROVOST-MARSHAL, Pititon, Mo., September 2, 1864. Lient. A. J. HARDING, Aetg. Pro. Mar., Dist. of North Missouri, Saint Joseph, Mo.: LIEUTENANT: I have the honor herewith to submit to you my monthly report. During the past month the bushwhackers have been mor6 trouble- some in this sub-district than at any time before. The bands are nunme Page 35 CHAP. LHI.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNJON. 35 oiis and large, and it is impossible for small squads of men to scout, as the bushwhackers in every instance, nearly, outnumber them, and they are better mounted and better armed. In the first part of August the troops here, in conjunction with a company stationed at Columbia and a small squad of Illinois men, li ad a fight with bushwhackers in Boone County, nuder command of one Todd, killing and wounding sev- eral of the latter. About the middle of August a squad of from twenty to forty were in the eastern part of this county, and on the 20th entered Portland, robbed stores, and made the citizens pay a tax of $25 a head. They went to the place of Mr. Martin, on Nine-Mile Prairie, and robbed him of ~5,000. They collected over $10,000 in this manner, besides several fine horses. A squad of soldiers sent out from here fell in with these scoundrels the next day and killed one of them. The bushwhackers are concentrating in Boone County. There is a rendezvous in Prussia Bottom, above Providence, in Boone County, where there are from 300 to 500 men, who lately crossed the Missouri River. They are not mounted, but are procuring horses very fast, and are splendidly armed. They are recruiting with great success. It is beyond a doubt that most of thQ drafted menin this and Boone County will join them, as it is openly avowed by mammy. An outbreak is feared here every moment, and Uniomi men are fleeing from their homes. David Cunningham, a citizen of Boone County, a preacher, is recruiting bush- whackers. He is said to have eighty men. This man is one of the wealthiest citizens of Boone Coumity, and holds a large real estate, as also others who are now in the rebel service, but it is impossible at present to proceed according to General Orders, No.5, headquarters Department of the Missouri. office of the provost-marshal-general, March 25, 1864, sec- tion 10, as the forces here are outnumbered by bushwhackers, ammd there- fore I am obliged to postpone this until a muore favorable time. There can be nothing done with the troops here, as only a few men of Company L, Ninth Missouri State Militia Cavalry, are mounted. The Enrolled Mili- tia is apparently dissolved, as many of them have joined the twelve- months troops and the rest went home. It is a sad fact that the men of Company L, Ninth Missouri State Militia Cavalry, are dreaded even by loyal men nearly as mnuch as bushwhackers, as their officers seem to exercise but little control over them. They have a very loose discipline on scouts as well as in camp, as the empty hen-houses and watermelon patches, & c., can testify. Complaints are coming in nearly every day of depredations committed by these mhen, but 1 am at a loss how to detect the .transgressors and bring them to justice, as I have never met with the desired aid and co-operation from the hands of Capt. T. L. Campbell, commanding post here and the men knowing this pay very little respect to the property of private citizens, who are insulted and anmmoyed by such vandalism. I have not yet received my stationery, although the requisitions have been forwarded through you. a month ago, and I Imave been obliged to buy paper, pens, and ink for the use of the office for the last month. I have the honor to send two accounts for the purchase of a desk and two chairs which I was authorized to buy by the auditor of the office of the provost-marshal-general, and would respectfully request to forward them for payment to that office with your indorsement. I have the honor to be, lieutenant, very respectfully, your obedient servant, CHAS. D. LUDWIG, As8istant Provost-Marshal Page 36 36 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPi. [CHAP. LIII. FIELD HEADQUARTERS FRONTIER, In the Field, Plum Creek, Platte Valley, September 2, 1861. For convenience of a movement against Indians, tbe following arrange- ment of troops in this vicinity is temporarily adopted: The First Nebraska, Colonel Livingstons command, is attached to the District of Nebraska and will report for duty to the commander. A movable force ~vill be arran~ed as follows: First Battalion, Colonel Livingston commandinga detachment of pioneers of First Nebraska Cavalry, abont 100 men, Lieutenant IlumtVeville commanding; Captain Stevensons company of militia; Pawnee Scouts, under command of Captain McFadden; also three pieces of artillery. Second Battalion, Colonel Summers cominan dingall troops belQnging to the Seventh Iowa Cavalry and two pieces of artillery. Third BattalionCaptain Thompsons company Sixteenth Kansas Cavalry; Captain Goves escort company, three pieces of artillery. Daily marches.The troops will nsnally move in the following order: First, Indians in advance as vedettes, nnder command of Captain McFadden. They will seek after signs and report to the ofticer of the day or officer of the gnard.all intelligence received. Second, a company to act as gnard, the senior of the company to be officer of the day, and next officer to be coinmamider of the guard. These officers will see that hankersfront, dank, and rearare always well out, but within easy communication with the command. Third, remote straggling must be avoided on the march and in camp, except when special permits to hunt are given by general officers or commanders of separate detaclnnents. These permissions are necessary to successfully approach hostile In- (hans amid also to avoid the loss of men and horses. In camping at imight the general front will be in direction of our march. The Indian scouts will be on the extreme right, and other troops should, as far as convenient, preseive their places according to rank as First and Sec- ond Battalions. Great care must be taken to guard stock, and teams should be parked for night in inelosures, and pieces of artillery properly located at suitable angles by the officer of the day. Reports of the First and Second Battalions will be made through Brigadier-General Mitchells headquarters, who will see that these alI(l other field orders are read to the battalions and all detachments of the command and properly executed. Maj. U. H. Ilunt, chief of artillery, will act as assistant adjutant-general, to receive reports in the field, and Capt. Charles Thompson, acting quartermaster of First Nebraska, will act as chief quartermaster and commissary for the troops in the field. S. R. CURTIS, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF THE UPPER ARKANSAS, Port Riley, September 2, 1864. Maj. S. S. CURTIS, Aide-de- Camp, Department of Kansas: MAJOR: I have the honor to acknowledge the receipt of your com- munication of the 30th ultimo relative to escort of trains en route to New Mexico, & c. In reference to the 200 wagons which you say will pass west this hill I can only say that so far as tIme escom-t is concerned it makes but little difference when they start, so that I am advised in advance. I will advise, however, that they go in large trains instead of small ones, as in that way it will be easier to protect themmi. I woul Page 37 CHAP. Liii.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 37 also suggest that all teamsters be furnished with arms and ammuintion before leaving Fort Leavenworth, as I have ito arms here. Teams going on the Santa F6 road should be directed to come this route and report here instead of going to Council Grove. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, J. G. BLUNT, ]ILqjor- Genere 1. PLUM CREEK, September 2, 1864. Colonel CHJVINGTON: If Latham is a good point Camp Collins might be dispensed with. If you think the 100-days men will do send the Eleventh Ohio men this way. The worst difficulties are between Latham aiid Fort Kearny. I suppose Fremonts Orchard may also be subordinate, and we will probably consider Latham, Junction, and Valley Station the main points for supplies and for troops. Julesburg must be held with small force, as timber is very remote. I have telegraphed Larainie to know about flour. I am going to start expedition to-morrow southward to Republican and probably below. Troops are coming from east and Indians seem to grow scarce on the line. Am urging stage men to return. S. U. CUIITIS, ilrc0or- (Jeneral. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE NORTHWEST, ]llilwcukee, 14 ~is., September 2, 1864. Brig. Gen. H. H. SIBLEY Commanding District oJ ]Iiiinnesota, Saint Paul: GENERAL: Your dispatch of yesterday has been received arid answere(l by telegraph. I suppose from its contents that the two coin- panics to which it refi~rs l)elong to Hatchs battalion and are designed to join and serve iii the department, otherwise I would not in any manner interfere with them. If Governor Miller thinks more troops necessary in Minnesota he can himself telegral)lL the facts to the Secretary cd~ War. After the numerous written statements ma(le l)y l)ro1I~ilie1lt citi- zens of this region to the War Department, settiiig forth that a large force is unnecessarily kept in this dep~ntmeiit, and the inspections tWit have been made, based on these statements, it will not be proper hr me to apply for muome troops nor interfere with any being raised iii this department for service elsewhere. Many of the newspapers in the departmen ~, and especially those iii your district, have constantly asserted that the fear of Indians was humbu~, and these indian expe- ditions a fraud upon the Government. For any consequences winch result from the course they have pursued they must be responsible to the people of Minnesota. As soon as I can procure copies of the writ- ten statements referred to as having been made to tIme War Depart- ment I will forward them to you for publication, so that the people of the Northwest may know to whom they are indebted among their own citizens for the weak P)rce on the frontier and the Indian raids to which they have been subjected in consequence. I am, general, respectfully, your obedient servant, JINO. POPE, Major- General, Commanding Page 38 RHAP. LIII. 38 LOUISIANA AND THE TIIANS-MISSISSIPPI. llnQRs. DIST. OF MiNNESOTA, DEPT. OF THE NORTHWEST, Saint Paul, ]liinn., September 2, 1864. Maj. Gen. JOHN POPE, iMilwaukee: GENERAL: I have the honor to inform YOU that I have received official dispatches from Fort Wadsworth of 22d ultimo inclosing an official communication from Major Brown, special military agent, copy of which is inclosed herewith. The suggestions therein contained have been anticipated so far as to direct that all Indian stragglers from Fort Thompson, on the Missouri Reservation, should be required to keep on the west side of James River, but it requires more mounted tbrce than I now have at my disposal to hunt them up in their scattered camps, to enable me to have that order enforced. The escort of fifty cavalry dispatchd as an escort tG Captain Fisks train to the Missouri had not yet returned to Fort Wadsworth, but were daily expected. 1 am not with- out some apprehensions that they may have been attacked by hostile savages in their passage through that dangerous region, and I shall be greatly relieved when I learn of their safe arrival. Dispatches from Major Adams, commanding Independent Battalion, dated Fort Aber- crombie 26th ultimo, express some fears that the late outrages beyond that post may be followed by others along the line on this side from the same camps in the direction of Devils Lake, to which I referred in my communication of yesterday. I have received a letter from the U. S. Chippewa agent, dated at the agency 30th ultinmo, in which he states that there is considerable excitement~ among the Indians in his charge in consequence of the enlistment of some of the young mcii of the bands after being plied with liquor by substitute brokers. I have sent a copy of his statement to the acting assistant provost marshal and superinten- dent of recruiting in this city, with a request that the evils presented be promptly corrected, and lie has verbally promised to do so. Major Morrill, the a~gei~t, makes a requisition on me for twenty-five soldiers to act as a guard during the annuity payment to be made at the Red Lake River Crossing on 1st proximo. I ani doubtful of the propriety of risk- ing so small a detachment at so remote a point, and I have not the men at hand much to increase the number designated. I respectfully ask for instructions in the case. I trust that Colonel Thomas will soon return with his counnand to this district, for tIme knowledge that we have so few troops to guard so long a line of frontier emboldens the savages to repeat their raids amid, disturb very seriously the peace of the border settlements. Major Clowney reports that the work on the new post is progressing rapidly and satisfactorily. I have ordered Company E, Thirtieth Wisconsin Volunteers, now in garrison at Fort Ridgely, to escort the supply train to leave for Fort Wadsworth. on 5th instant, and on arrival to report to Major Clowney for duty. I can ill spare that force at present, but it was necessary that it should be done to enable inc to comply with your orders as to the movements of the battalion on being relieved by a portion of Colonel Thomas com- mand as directed imm sealed orders dispatched to the latter at Fort Wadsworth. I apl)lied to you yesterday by telegraph to have the ad- ditional companies of Hatchs independent battalion turmied over for service in this district, but as yet I have received no response. I hope it will be done without delay. ~I am, general, very respectfully, your obedient servant, II. II. SIBLEY, Brigadier- General, Commanding Page 39 & GEL?. Uflj - as OOEBESIONDEHOE, WW.UNION. IIEADQuAuTns Snoon Buzi-DIsTmOT or MINNESOTA,. Capt B. C. Oxax, Fort Ridgeiy, September 9, 1864. Ant. A4jt. Get, lAst. of Milwsfot4, Se4st Paul, kin.: CAPTAIN: I have just received your dispatch of the 31st ultimo, ad am preatly surprised at the news of India troubles on the north- ern porkonof our line. Up to this hour (the patrol that leftEanannak this morning even having wived) Ihave notbeard of any disturbances whatever, although I am kept advised of everything transpfring at any portion of the frontier, and I am remiiy sony that such wild rumors should still continue to be set afloat. Whenever anything should hap- pen I shall not fail to inform the commanding general without the least delay. I am, captain, very respectfail~~ obedient servau~, PPAEKI) IMste,su,st-CoIossel, Owsmusdksg HEADQuARTnS DISTinCT 01 WEST TENNUSSfl, Memphis, Ten., September 831864. Xvii. (len. II. B. S. Cmv, OommaadAsg Military Ditiuiosi of West MissiesipiA: GrmnaL: I have just received a letter from Commander Ph~lps, U. S. Navy, of which I inclose a copy. I think from that that danger on Whitefliverisover. IshallsendtoGeneralMowerbythebearerof this a order to return here ad proceed at once to Atlanta, 14 when he arrives at the month of White Bayer, he becomes satisfied that there is no need for his services. My cavalry I shall order to proceed up to- ward Jacksonport ad co-operate with Steele in the pursuit of Price, Shelby, Marmaduke & Co. I am pretty well satisfied that a raid of large proportions is about being made on Missouri, ad have advised the War Department and General Bosecrans of my beliet I am, general, your obedient servant C. WASHBURN, Mqjor-Gesseral. [Inohal U. S. GUN-noAT HaSTINGs, Memphis, September 8,1864. Major-General WainnuaN, U. S. Army Clomssasdisg District of West efswss% Se.: (lana: Captain Bache received your letter requesting him to communicateirith Saint Charles on the 30th, and sent a gun-beat up immediately. That vessel left Saint Charles on the 1st instant bring- ing the information that the post was evacuated on that day by order of General Steele. Colonel Moore, commanding the post, havmgremon- strated with the general on the receipt of the first order to evacuate, received a peremptory order to do so. Shelby was being pursued, or rather hunted for, by two commands sent out by General Steele for that purpose. Nothing positive appeared to be known about Shelbys movements or whereabouts, but it was supposed that he had gone to Jacksonport. The same may be said of the knowledge by our forces in regard to the operations of the rebel forces m Arkansas. Pine Bluff is not captured. ~. L. na~, LieuL (Jomusasder, Diwisional (Jomusasbr Miss. Squadros. S.. Pan H,p. Page 40 40 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. SPECIAL ORDERS, WAR 1)EPT., ADJT. GENERALS OFFICE, No. 292. Washington, September 3, 1864. * * * * * * * 41. Paragraph 39, Special Orders, No. 273, August 17, 1864, from this office, * relieving Maj. Frank W. Marston, inspector, Signal Corps, U. S. Army, from duty in command of signal detachment, Department of the Gulf and ordering him at once to enter upon duty as inspector of the signal detachments in the Departments of the Gulf Kansas, the Cuinberland, the Tennessee, and the Ohio, respectively, is hereby revoked. * * * * * * * By order of the Secretary of War: E. D. TOWNSEND, Assistant Adjutant general. SPECIAL ORDERS, ~ IIDQRS. MIL. DIV. OF WEST MISSISSIPPI, No. 117. New Orleans, La., September 3, 1861. * * * * * * * 5. The field transportation of the First Division, Seventeenth Army Corps, now at Vicksburg, Miss., will be transferred to the Second Division, Nineteenth Army Corps, at such time and place as the com- manding general Nineteenth Army Corps may direct. 6. The Seventeenth Ohio and Second Connecticut Batteries, now on duty at Mobile Bay, will proceed as soon as practicable to this city, and report upon arrival to Maj. Gen. J. J. Reynolds, commanding Nine- teenth Army Corps. The chief quartermaster of this division will cause the necessary transportation to be furnished without delay. * * * * * * * By order of Maj. Gen. E. R. S. Canby: C. T. CHRISTENSEN, Major and Assistant Adjutant- 4~eneral. SPECIAL ORDERS, IIDQRS. NINETEENTH ARMY CORPS, No. 19L New Orleans, September 3, 1864. * * * * * * * 2. The commanding officer Twenty-eighth Illinois Volunteers will hold his regiment in readiness to embark as soon as transportation may be furnished, joining its division from Morgauza. 3. The commanding officer Twenty-ninth Illinois Volunteers will hold his regiment in readiness to embark as soon as transportation may be furnished, joining its division from Morganza. * * * * * * * By command of Maj. Gen. J. J. Reynolds: S. C. FL~RRINGTON, Gaptain and Aide-de-Camp. * See Part II, p. 740 Page 41 41 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC .UNION. HEADQUARTERS U. S. FORCES, Morganza, La., September 3, 1864. Brigadier-General DENNTs, Com~iwnding Second Dtvtswn: GENERAL: The general commanding directs that you delay your departure until Colonel Sheldon and Lieutenant-Colonel Crebs have embarked their commands. It will also be necessary to await the arrival of the gun-boat which is to act as your convoy. If there is room on any of your boats for more horses, you will send them dowu to this lauding without delay for the transportation of the animnals of the Eighty-seventh Illinois Mounted Infantry. Very respectfully, B. WILSON, Assistant Adjutant- General. IIDQRS. FIRST BRIG., THIRD Div., 19TH ARMY CORPS, illiorganza, La., September 3, 1864. ASSISTANT ADJUTANT-GENERAL, SECOND Div., 19TH ARMY CORPS: CAPTAIN: This morning I received or& ers from Brigadier-General McGinnis, commanding Third Division, to embark three regiments of my conunand for the purpose of taking part in an impending expedition, and to report to Brigadier-General Dennis. So far as my command is concerned, it will soon be ready to move, but some cavalry are to go in my boats, and they seem not to be ready. I have been unable to find the commanding oflicer for the last two hours~ and cannot push forward the loading of his things. My headquarters are on the transport Ohio Belle. I await the pleasure of the general. I have the honor to be, your obedient servant, L. A. SHELDON, Colonel, Commanding. [First indorsement.] HD QRS. SECOND DIvISION, NINETEENTH ARMY CORPS, Steamer Laurel Hill, September 3, 1864. IRespeetfully returned. Not having received any orders in regard to your command accom- panying time expedition, I have no orders to give in the matter. Per- haps it would be well to mention the matter to General Lawler. Respectfully, your obedient servant, WM. E. KUHN, Acting Assistant Adjutant- General. [Second indorsement.] HEADQUARTERS FIRST BRIGADE, September 3, 1864. Respectfully transmitted for the information of Capt. B. Wilson, assistant adjutant-general. L. A. SHELDON, C~olonel, Commanding Page 42 42 LOUISIANA AND THE ThANS-MISSISSIPPI. (CHAP. LIII. [Third indorseinent.] HEADQUARTERS U. S. FORCES, 3iliorganza, September 3, 1864. Respectfully returned to Brigadier-General Dennis, with the infor- ination that Colonel Sheldons command will be subject to his orders on the passage to month of White River, and until the commanding officer of Third Division shall arrive at that poimit. By order of Brigadier-General Lawler: B. WILSON, Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS LA FOURCHE DISTRICT, Thibodeaux, La., September 3, 1864. Captain WASHBURNE, U. S. Navy, Brashear 6~ity, La.: A party of some 300 rebels attacked a scouting party near Napoleon- yille omi the night of the 1st, capturing 20 men. They were driven yes- terday across Bayou Natchez and are undoubtedly returning to Frank- lin, from whence they are said to come via Bayou Pigeon in pirogues. Will you send a gun-boat up in Grand Lake to see if it is possible to catch any of them ~ I think they will cross Grand Lake to-night or to- morrow night. Yours, R. A. CAMERON, Brigadier- General of Volunteers, Commanding District. HDQRS. MILITARY DIVISION OF WEST Mississippi, New Orleans, La., September 3, 1864. Maj. Gen. F. STEELE, Little Rock, Ark.: Your dispatch of the 26th ultimo is received.* Six thousand men are now on the way to you. This will be iiicreased to 12,000 at once and to 20,000, if necessary. If Price crosses the Arkansas to invade Mis- souri he must be pursued. Every post not essential to your conimulti- cation with the Mississippi should be abandoned. Major-General Rey- nolds will command the troops sent to you. E. R. S. CANBY, Major- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF LITTLE ROCK, Little 1i~ock Brig. Gen. CYRUS BUSSEY, , Ark., September 3 1864. Commanding First Dirision, Seventh Army Corps: GENERAL: I am directed by the brigadier-general commanding to call your attention to the picket stations west of Little Rock and request that they be changed in these particulars: First. The cavalry picket on the mountain road to Fort Smith is not sufficiently far out. It should be moved west and stationed at the tbrk of the roads in the hollow, 400 or 500 yards beyond its present position. Second. The infantry picket on the same road to be drawn in and placed on the stony spur over the See Part I, p. 280 Page 43 Cni~. Lilt) ~OIU~I2SPO1~D1~NCE, EtO.IJNION. 43 road east of the forks, below the penitentiary on the right-hand side, where the fence corners; vedettes thrown out on each of the several roads there, and a breast-work made along the crest of the spur. Third. The infantry picket on the top of the hill by the brick house south of the penitentiary to be moved farther out beyond the springs, and into the slol)e of the hill below the canip of Ninth Kansas Cavalry, on the sonth side of the road. The general commanding also directs that you designate the infantry which shall man the rifle-pits on the west side of town in ease of need, and such orders given that in an emergency there shall be no delay in occupying the works effectively. Also that the One hundred and twelfth and One hundred andthirteenth U. S. Colored Infantry move camp to the vicinity of the unfinished earth-works near the river, north of the penitentiary, to be n~ed as a support to Mans battery and to the Third Kansas Battery, which will be ordered into position on the hill by the fortification referred to, so as to command the approach through the west valleys. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, JAMES F. DWIGHT, Major and Chief of Staff. HEADQUARTERS FIRST DIvisioN, SEVENTH ARMY CORPS, Little Bock, September 3, 1864. Maj. JAMES F. DWIGHT, Chief of Staff: SIR: Your instructions in reference to the pickets have been complied with. The One hundred and twelfth and One hundred and thirteenth U. S. Colored Infantry have been ordered to move their camps as directed. I suggest that the commander of the post be instructed to man the rifle-pits on the west side of town. I have not force enough to guard the whole line, and as the post troops are camped on the west side of town they can be more speedily got in position. The infantry of Colonel Salomons brigade will man the works from Fort Steele to the river east of town. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, CY1~US BIJSSEY, Brigadier- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF LITTLE IROCK, Little Rock, Ark., September 3, 1864. Brig. Gen. CYRUS BUSSEY, Commanding First Division, Seventh Army Corps: GENERAL: In answer to your suggestion that the post troops man the rifle-pits west of the town, the brigadier-general commanding directs me to say that lie does not consider it expedient on account of the scat- tered condition of the post troops to rely upon them for such service. The general suggests that a regiment take up camp near the two earth- works northwest of Fort Steele, and be assigned to the special duty of ~nanning the two rifle-pits there and of protecting the penitentiary, while the colored troops protect the works nearer the river. Instruc- tions will be given the Ninth Kansas Cavalry, now encamped on the hill south of the penitentiary, to form on front in the trenches near their camp, in case of emergency and in default of other ordeis. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, JAMES F. DWIGHT, Major and Chief of Staff Page 44 44 LOUISIANA AND THE flANS-MISSISSIPPI. (Ont ~. HUADQuAWEnS FasT Dinsiox, SEVENTH Aun Coups, Little Boek~ Ark, September 8 1864. [MJ. JAne F. DwIGHT:] MA~rOR: Two women have Just been sent in who report that they are the wives of men formerly belonging to the I$ourth Arkansas, but now discharged. Night before last~ nine miles beyond the Saline, while moving this way with a wagon,theywere overtaken by GeneralPrices cavalry and detained in his camp all night The rebels reported (len- eral Cabell had gone to Benton with his brigade, and that the infantry of thefr armywas Just behind, comingu. There is were accompanied by a wagon train, and the men declared they were going to have Little Bock before the end of the week. The women report the camp three- quarters of a mile long, on both sides of the road. Generals Price, Mar- maduke, and one other general were in the cam. The women were released yestlrday morning. They. crossed the Saline below Baton and walked into this city, leaving their wagon with the enemy. I sent a scout to Baton this morning under Captain Kehoe. He has not reported. Very respectibily, your obedient servant~ BUSSEY, Brigadier-Ge,.erai, Oosmasdiisg; GEHERAL ORDERS, HDQRS. FIRST Div., 7TH Ar CoRPS, No. 34. 5 Little Rook, Ark., September 8,1864. Commanding officers of brigades, regiments, batteries, and detach- ments will hold their entire command, including all men on daily and extra duty, in readiness for action at a moments notice. When the alarm is given the entire command will be put under arms and held in readiness to march to the point threatened. Commanding officers of First Bri ewill designatearegiment to occupy the rifle-pits ass skirmish line from Fort Steele east to the river. The remainder of the brigade will be held in reserve. Batteries will keep their horses har- nessed during the afterpart of thenight, and the reveille willbe sounded in all the camps at3a.m. Commanding officer of the Third Brigade will order all records and surplus baggage of his command outside of the fortifications to be sent in for better protection. The officer of the day will instruct the pickets to report any information of aix advance of the enemy to any regiment, brikade, department, and district head- quarters on their way to these headquarters, where itil information m~ or ~ Sn. C. Bassey: A. BLOCKI, Aceistot A4jvtaat-GeseraL HRADQUnTERS DISTRWT OP LITTLE Boor, Little Rook, Ark, September 8,1864. CoxxAnnrG OnIon NnITH KANSAs CAVALRY: Sn: The brigadier-general commanding directs thatin case of attack of the enemy, and in default of other command, you move to the earth- works near your camp, with your available force dismounted, and hold said works. Very respectfully, your obedient servant JAMES F. DWIGHT Jfqjor and ObAqf of Jita Page 45 Caii~. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC,UNION. 45 HDQRS. SECOND DIVISION, SEVENTH ARMY CORPS, Derails B1~T, September 3, 18648.30 a. m. Capt. C. H. DYER, Assistant Adjutant-General, Little Pock: The expedition got off soon after sunrise this morning. The time taken iii wooding prevented their starting sooner. I sent every effect- ive man of the iiifautry here except the Fifty-seventh Colored, in all about 1,100. The Dove is expected with some of tIre Saint Charles troops, and perhaps I will send her up if she gets along in season. These steam-boat men, many of them, are disloyal, and are quite tardy in forwarding such expeditions. Very respectfully, C. C. ANDREWS, Brigadier- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF LITTLE ROCK, Little Pock, Ark., September 3, 1864. COMMANDING OFFICER THIRD KANSAS BATTERY: SIR: By direction of the brigadier-ge~reral commanding you will move camp to the south side of the river and establish yourself near the unfinished earth-works northeast of the penitentiary, near the river bank. Your guns will be put in position so as to command the ap- proaches through the Valleys west of the city. The One hundred and twelfth and One hundred and thirteenth Colored Troops are camped near by and will serve as support to your battery. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, C. II. DYER, Assistant Adjutant- General. WASHINGTON, September 3, 1864. Major-General ROSECRANS: Orders have been given to mount the Seventeenth Illinois Cavalry. You will immediately send to General Curtis the Second Regiment Colorado Cavalry. Report the time of its departure. II. W. HALLECK, Major- General and Chief of Staff. SAINT LouIs, September 3, 1864. Major-General HALLECK, Washington, D. C.: Your dispatch received. Brown has orders to send Second Colorado, now out after guerrillas, as soon as it can be relieved. The sub-district occupied by it cannot be abandoned without fearful injury to the inhabitants arid public interest. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General Page 46 46 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. HDQRS. MILITARY DIVISION OF WEST MISSIS~IPPI, New Orleans, La., September 3, 1864. Maj. Gem W. S. ROSECRANS, Saint Louis, Mo.: I have received your letter of the 15th ultimo by General Totten.* I have watched your operations iu Missouri with a great deal of interest and satisfaction, and feel confident that if you preserve the department with the limited force under your control that we shall be able to pre- vent an invasion of the State by any organized army. I have already frustrated one intended expedition by sending unexpectedly a force of 5,000 men from the reserve on the river to the line of the Arkansas. Kirby Smith has received orders to cross time Mississippi, and for some time past has been engaged in collecting the boats for time crossing. The indications now are that he has abandoned this idea and is concen- trating his troops for the purpose of attacking Steele, with the ultimate intention, no doubt, of invading Missouri. Six thousand men are now moving up the river to re-enforce Steele, and will be followed in a day or two by an equal number. I can re-enforce that line by from 15,000 to 20,000, and if we can hold that line, which I do not doubt, the invasion of Missouri can be prevented. The transfer of a large part of the force from here to the Army of the Potomac impairs greatly my power to act offensively, and I have been obliged to suspend operations against Mobile for the present in order to look to the security of Arkansas and Missouri. I hope that the new draft will soon place us in a more satis- factory condition. E. R. S. CANBY, Major- General, Commanding. MEMPHIS, September 3, 1864. (Received 5th.) Maj. Gen. W. S. ROSECRANS, Commanding Department of the Missouri: I am pretty well satisfied that there is a big raid on foot for Missouri, under Price, Marmaduke, and Shelby, all mounted. An escaped citi- zen from Batesvitle says that when lie left, six days ago, they were pre- paring rations for ten days for 12,000 men; and that it was well under- stood that Missouri was thei ~ destination. Shelbys command was mostly there, aImd Price and Mar~inadnke daily expected. If Colonel Parsons sends me the boats I ordered Gemmeral A. J. Smith, with two divisions, in all 10,000, will pass Cairo in five days from now, en route for Maj. Gen. W. T. Shermaim. I have sent 2,000 cavalry into Arkan- sas, to co-operate with Major-General Steele. I am, general, & c., C. C. WASHBURN, Major- General. JEFFERSON CITY, September 3, 1864. Capt. J. H. STEGER, A ssistant Adiutant- General: - I am nnofficially informed that Boonville was captured last night by guerrillas. I have ordered the cavalry at Sedalia to march at once to the relief of that place and await orders there. J. S. WOLFE, Colonel, Commanding. See Part II, p. 716 Page 47 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 47 WARRENSBURG, Septemoer 3, 1864. Col. JOHN S. WOLFE, Jefferson City: Hold your entire mounted forc@ in readiness to move by rail, and have train in readiness to move them. Acknowledge receipt. By order: J. II. STEGER, Assistant Adjutant- General. JEFFE1~SON CITY, September 3, 1864. Capt. J. H. STEGER, Assistant Adjutant- General The order of the brigadier-general commanding to hold my mounted force in readiness to march is received. JNO. S. WOLFE, Colonel, Commanding. CAPE GIRARDEAU, September 3, 1864. Captain EDWARDS, New Madrid, Mo.: Shoe up your horses and get as many men as possible ready to move Monday morning. Captain MeClanahan will leave here to-day for Madrid by way of Sikeston. I have ordered thirty of Ewings men to leave Charleston to-morrow for Madrid by way of James Bayou. As soon as their forces all concentrate I want them to move against Col- onel Clark, wherever he may be found. Endeavor to find his locality. In the meantime I will also send a force down from Bloomfield toward Kennett. Let me know as soon as you learn where Clark is. Captain Sells reports him between Kennett and llornersville with 200 men. H. M. fILLER, Lieutenant- Colonel. SAINT LouIs, September 3, 1864. General PLEASONTON: The general commanding directs inc to call your attention to the fact that three farmers of Cooper County have called upon lAin to-day to say that infamous outrages have been recently perpetrated upon Union citizens within a short distance of Boonville, such as ~)ulling off toe nails with pincers, to compel an admission of the possession of gold. You will please investigate and report. The ge~ieral commanding also directs me to say that he is in receipt of information that the report of the crossing of 200 guerrillas on the penitentiary steamer at Rocheport is miot substantiated. 0. P. GREENE, ssistant Adjutant- General. WARRENSBURG, September 3, 1864. Major-General IIOSECRANS: I have the honor to report that I arri\Te(l and assumed command of this district last night. Todds band, 152 actua~l count, are reliabl Page 48 48 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. reported to have been on Buffalo Prairie, in northwest corner of Cooper County, yesterday.~ I sent express with orders to move five companies of Fourth Missouri State Militia from La Fayette to Cooper County, to operate against the guerrillas in the eastern part of the di8trict. Lieutenant-Colonel Lazear reported from Pleasant Hill last night his arrival, but does not hear any confirmation of the report from Captain Allen, at Oxford, that a large band of guerrillas were concentrating in the direction of Morristown. Lieutenant-Colonel Lazear has been ordered back into La Fayette and Saline Counties. B. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General, Commanding. GENERAL ORDERS, HDQRS. P1ST. OF CENTRAL MISSOURI, No. 54. 5 Warrensburg, 11Th., September 3, 1864. The undersigiled hereby assumes command of the District of Central Missouri. B. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General, U. S. Volunteers. GENERAL ORDERS, ~ IIDQRS. DIST. OF SOLTTHWEST MISSOURI, No. 70. Springfteld, Mo., September 3, 1864. I. An important and exciting political canvass for the State and Presidential elections is now opened, in which the officers and men Of this command have the inestimable and utinsual privilege, for men in an army, of taking part and voting. While it is expected and desired that all officers and men in the army who have and expect to exercise the right of the elective franchise should add to the pure patriotism and virtues which soldiers must and do possess all possible knowledge, the general commanding most earnestly recommends his command to abstain entirely from all angry discussion and debate, and by sober thought and reflection ascertain what course each should best pursue to secure the perpetuity of our Union, and the greatness and glory of our country. II. No officer of this command will use his official position or author- ity to change, modify, or influence the political opinions or actions of any of the officers or men of his command by any promises of promo- tion, threats of degradation, or otherwise, except by calm conversation or discussion. All violations of this order will be promptly reported to these headquarters, and the officer so offending will be recommended for summary dismissal from the service. III. Officers and soldiers are strictly prohibited from disturbing or breaking up any political meeting or gathering of the people for argu- ment or discussion. Any treasonable language used in these discus- sions, or language ten(ling to disturb the quiet and good order of the community, will be reported to these headquarters, and such action taken as the general commanding the district or department may deem expedient. IV. No officer or soldier will officially or authoritatively interfere with any officer, soldier or citizen on the day of election, nor take part in the election, further than to exercise the right of voting, but will aid the civil officers, if necessary, when properly called upon so to do, in maintaining order and preserving the peace Page 49 CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 49 V. In what seems to be the last great trial of the Itepablic and final test of mans capability of self-government, it should be the pride of every citizen, it must be the pride of every soldier, in future years to say that in this crisis by labor and effort, by steady and calm thought and deliberation, by example and history, he learned what course was right, what his duty was, and performed it quietly and fearlessly. Vi. This order will be read to each regiment, battery, and detach- ment of this command on each of the two days next succeeding its re- ception, and at least once each day for the three days next preceding the election. By order of Brigadier-General Sanborn: WM. T. KITmEDGE, Assistant Adjutant- General. SAINT JOSEPH, MO., September 3, 1864. Major-General iROSECRANS: I am concentrating all the mounted men I can muster at Glasgow, Fayette, and Huntsville, to co-operate with 1,000 dismounted men from the commands of Colonels Forbes and Dyer, after the Howard and Boone County bushwhackers. I hope to give the villains a hunt dur- ing the coming week. Cy. Gordons baud has passed up into Gentry County, but they cant stay in that latitude long. Am working day and night organizing the new regiments. I hope to muster the five fall on Tuesday next. The new men are splendid fellows. I am selecting the officers with great care, and the iRosecrans Legion will make a good record before the leaves fall. CLINTON B. FISK, Brigadier- General. GLASGOW, September 3, 1864. Major-General iRoSECRANS, Saint Louts: Price is sending his officers to this side to stir up the recruits. Our troops at Carrollton killed a rebel colonel and two other recruiting offi- cers yesterday. I have reports of the killing of a few of Andersons demons by a detachment of Dyers troops in Montgomery County to- day. CLINTON B. FISK, Brigadier- General. LIBERTY, September 3, 1864. General FIsK: Your telegram just received. I will call in the thirty men in Gallatin Township and other scouts which I have out and be ready to move at 10 a. m. the 4th instant. I can probably arrive at Glasgow Wednesday night or Thursday morning by marching at a gait which will leave my horses serviceable. Respectfully, your obedient servant, AUSTIN A. KING, JR., Major, Gommanding. 4 ii nvon XLI~ PT II Page 50 50 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LILL MACON, Mo., September 3, 1864. General IIOSECRANS: I have about 800 men here without anything to fight with. I received a dispatch yesterday that 500 stand of arms were sent me by the way of the Hannibal and Saint Joseph Railroad. I have received no tidings of them. The ordnance officer is here and expected to find them. He knows nothing of them. WM. FORBES, Colonel Forty-second Missouri Volunteers. SAINT Louis, Mo., September 3, 1864. Colonel FORBES, Macon City: Form your plans at once and communicate them ~o General Fisk and also to me. What is to be done must be done quickly. W. S. IROSECIIANS, Major- ~i1eneral. IIDQRS. EJ~HTII MIL. DIST., ENROLLED MISSOURI MiL., Mexico, Mo., September 3, 1864. Major-General lIOSECRANS, Saint Louis, Mo.: I promised in iuy telegram of yesterday to write by mail giving a more lengthy statement of the number, & c., of the rebels in my dis- trict. From the best information I have been able to obtain I am of the opinion that the number of rebels, horse-thieves, and rogues generally, in my district will amount to about 2,000. These are not all actually engaged at this time, but are in a condition to move at any time their leaders desire to use them. Those that are now out travel in bands of from 10 to 100, but the can concetitrate from 300 to 50() on very short notice. To meet and (Irive these men out I have, in my judgment, a force sufficient, provided they were mounted. The Iowa troops arrived here this morning, they being the only mounted men in my district. Others are nominally mounted, but not effective. The Seventeenth Illinois have about 110 horses. The Ninth Missouri State Militia and Third Missouri State Militia have about one-fourth of their men mounted. If the Government could mount these men shortly, with the aid of the new regiments to hold posts and Government property, and nse some of them in the woods to still-hunt and ambush the rebels, whilst 1 put the cavalry out with instructions to have headquarters in the field, I think I can safely rely on (Iriving these (lespera(loes out of the country, or, which would be much better, we could kill a large por- tion of them. I hope that I can have the use of the Iowa cavalry for a few peeks. If so, I think the main three of the rebels will have been dispersed, and likely a large nnmber of young men and boys deterred from joining them. We have succeeded in killing qnite a number, and are daily adding to the number of their dead by killing one and two at a place. Hoping to be able in a few (lays to render a goo(l account from my district, I have the honor to be, very respectfully, your obedient servant, J. B. I)OUGLASS, Brigadier- (Jeneral Page 51 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 51 Major-General CURTIS, WASHINGTON, D. C., S~ptember 3, 1864. Fort Kearny: The civil officers of Montana have asked for military escort to that Territory. The Secretary of War authorizes you to give such escort if in your opinion you can spare troops for that purpose. But first of all, the Overland Mail IRoute and the frontier posts require protection from the Indians. The Secretary of War authorizes you to raise 100-days men in Nebraska, without bounties. II. W. HALLECK, Major- General and Chief of Staff. IIDQRS. DIST. OF MINNESOTA, DEPT. OF THE NORTHWEST, Saint Paul, ]Jifinn., September 3,1864. Maj. JOHN CLOWNEY, Commanding Fort Wadsworth: MAJOR: Your dispatches of 22d and 26th ultimo have been received, and General Sibley is gratified at the progress made in building the new post. The question of the employment of scouts in addition to those already in the service, as suggested by Major Brown, will be sub- mitted for the deci~ioii of Major-General Pope. The straggling Indians from the Fort Thompson reservation should, as heretobore directed, be required to keep on the west of the James Iliver and iiot permitted to visit the Cotean de Prairie on any pretense whatever. You will cause amiy such that may be fallen in with by the scouts to be informed that if they do not at once retrace their steps to the west side of the James River they will be regarded and treated as hostile Indians. It is to be hoped that more of the Indians concerned in raids upon the settlements will be fallen in with and destroyed by parties from your post. No mercy should be shown to these wretches. You will receive orders in a few days as to the disposition to be made of the prisoner, and mean- time he should be kept under safe guard and killed without hesitation should he attempt to escape. General Sibley is very anxious to learn of the safe arrival of Lieutenant Phillips with the party who escorted Captain Fisks train to the Missouri. Major Downie states that it was reported some of the scouts had heard artillery firing during most of one day in the direction of the Coteau of the Missouri, but as you do not mention it in your dispatches the rumor is probably groundless. Company G, Thirtieth Wisconsin Volunteers, will form a portion of the escort to the next train to Fort Wadsworth and on arrival will report to you for duty. You will send down a cavalry company with the returning train to Fort IRidgely. There will be about 600 tons of hay required for the post, but every care should be taken to avoid waste. Grain cannot be furnished for the horses of the returning ex- pedition of Colonel Thomas, for it is with the utmost difficulty that transportation can be obtained for that miieeded for the use of the post during the winter. You will exercise a close supervision over the expenditure of all pnblic stores and supplies at your post, for, in addi- to t~w~ Wmt ~o~t o~ a~tX~A~, XSW~ ~ o~ ~wA~ ~x~x~Y of f~XgYft ~ra1x~- ported is enormous. The closest economy will be practiced in all branches of the service. It does not appear from Major Browns report, inclosed by you, that there have been any late accessions to the ranks of the Indians wh Page 52 62 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPL [Own. LUL have accepted theterms vouchsafed them by the Government. You have doubtless learned long ere this of the murder by a bad of Sioux from the upper Cheyenne of three citizens on 23d ultimo about midway between Fort Abercrombie ad Georgetown, on the Bed River. One. of the bodies, the only one that fell into the possession of the fiends was horrib mutilated. Many days cannot elapse before the arrival of Colonel Thomas with the force under Ins command at Fort Wads- worth, and General Sibley Is not without hopes that he may fall in with some camp or party of marauders on his way and utterly destroy them. You will continue to keep the brigadier.general commanding informed of everything occurring of Interest or importance. The tale ph announces to-day the taking ad occupation of Atlanta by our forces under General Sherman. By command of Brigadier-General Sibley: I am, major, very respectfully, your obedient servant,~ B.C.O Assistant Adjntant-tCfeneraL HEADQUARTERS DE1ExsEs or NEW ORLEANS, ieee Orleans, September 4,1864. Brig. Gen. B. A. CArnox, Commanding La lonreke District: The general commanding directs me to acknowledge the receipt of your communication of the 2d Instant, forwarding Colonel Hams report, and to say that it has b~en this day forwarded to department headquarters. The general directs that you take such steps in co-oper- ation with the naval commander at Brashear as willprevent the enemy from making any preparation ott that end of your line. The waters about Brashear and Grand River as high up as Lake Natehes should also be scoured by the navy, assisted at the same time by a cavalry force sent direct to that vicinity from Bayou La Fourche. Not only no preparations must be allowed around Brashear but the whole country this side of Grand Biver must be kept clear of the enemy. Mht~ ~ pee, FREDERIC SPEED, Assistant A4jvtant4)eneral. SnoxAL ORDERS, HDQRi NDTzE1vTH AnY Corns, No. 192. 5 ieee Orleans, September 4,1864. The commanding officerFourth Massachusetts Battery will proceed without delay with his command tojoin the Third Division, Nineteenth Army Corps, at Morgansa, reporting on his arrival to the commanding officer at that place. The quartermasters department will furnish the necessary transportation. By command of Maj. Ga. 3.3. Belt Captain and Aide-de-Cauy. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT or ARKANSAS, & O., Little Reek, September 4,1864. Brig. Gen. E. A. CAn1 Commanding, Little Rock: GnAL: The major-general commanding directs me to say to you that he has instructed Oeneral Andrews to send orders to Colone Page 53 CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. CHAP. LIII.] 53 Graves to return to Devalls Bluff and to convey orders to West to return to within communicating distance of this place. The general thinks that in order to render General Wests reception of the order certain you had better send similar dispatches to him by land. He wishes West to be as near this place as Austin, and lie thinks that by bringing the cavalry to that place they could watch Shelby and at the same time be available for the defense of Little Rock. I am, general, very respectfully, your obedient servant, NY. D. GREEN, Assistant Adjutant- General. SPECIAL ORDERS, IIDQRS. DISTRICT OF LITTLE ROCK, iNo. 66. 5 Little Rock, Ark., September 4, 1864. * * * * * * * III. The Forty-third Illinois Infantry is temporarily detached from duty as a part of the post garrison of Little Rock and will report to Col. A. Engelmaun, commanding Second Brigade, First Division. By order of Brig. Gen. E. A. Carr: C. II. DYER, Assistant Adjutant- Genera.1. HEADQUARTERS FIRST DIVISION, SEVENTH ARMY CORPS, Little Rock, Ark., September 4, 18u4. Capt. C. H. DYER, Assistant Adjutant- General: SIR: Captain Kehoe returned to camp last night, having gone within three miles of Benton, where he found the enemys pickets. lioiu citizens who had conversed with the enemy he obtained, substantially, the same information brought in by the two women of whom I notified you yesterday. I have ordered all available cavalry of this command to the camp of the Third Missouri Cavalry and have ordered that reconnoitering parties be kept well out. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, C. BUSSEY, Brigadier- General, Commanding. GENERAL ORDERS, )~ liD QRS. FIRST DIV., 7TH ARMY CORPS, No. 35. 5 Little Rock, Ark., September 4, 1864. I. Col. J. F. [titter, First Missouri Volunteer Cavalry, commanding Third Brigade, First Division, Seventh Army Corps, will immediately organize all the dismounted men of his cOmman(l under competent officers for service against the enemy. On receiving information of an advance of the enemy his dismounted men will move to Fort Steele and there await orders. The mounted men of his brP~ade will form near the grave-yard and await orders. II. On receiving information of the advance of the enemy the coin- inanding officer of Fort Steele will lire three gnus in rapid succession, which will be the signal for the entire command to turn out for imme- diate action. By order of Brig. Gen. C. Bussey: A. BLOCKI, Assistant Adjutant- General Page 54 54 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. HEADQUARTERS FIRST DIVISION, SEVENTH ARMY CORPS, Little Rock, Ark., #S~epternber 4, 1864. Col. J. F. IRITTER, First Missouri Cay., Corndg. Third Brig., First Div.: COLONEL: You will send at once all the available cavalry of your command to the camp of the Third Missouri Volunteer Cavalry, keep- ing out scouts on all the roads and reporting to these headquarters any information that may be obtained in reference to movements of the enemy. By order of Brig. Geu. C. Bussey: A. BLOCKI, Assistant Adjutant- General. LITTLE ROCK, September 4, 1864. Brig. (len. C. C. ANDREWS: Two women, wives of Arkansas soldiers, came in last night from the other side of the Saline. They say Price is moving his whole force in this direction, and they said that they were bound for Little Rock. They saw Price and Fagan in their camp, which occupied three-fourths of a mile on both sides of the road. They declared that they would have this place in a few days. Captain Kehoe, with about 400 cavalry, is out on the Saline. He reports no f@rce advancing yet. Have you any news ~ F. STEELE, Major- General. LITTLE ROCK, ARK., September 4, 1864. Brigadier-General ANDREWS: I have just seen Captain Kehoe. He says Cabells brigade is in Benton, another brigade of cavalry on the other side of the Saline, and beyond is a large force of infantry and artillery; citizens report 120 pieces. Price, Fagan, and some other general were in the camp. Kehoe thinks they are moving on this place, Send dispatch boat after die troops up White River; o - (icr them back immediately, if you can communicate with General West direct, direct him, -by my orders, to return to Little Rock. We have not cavalry enough to penetrate the enemys lines, or to ascertain by reconnaissance what force is advancing upon us. The wires to Pine Bluff are not working. it is thought by some that the rebels intend going to Missouri, and are only demon- strating on this place. They have pressed all the transportation in the country, and are said to be well supplied with meal and beef. If Gen- eral Washburn could send an infantry force to hold Devalls Bluff against Shelby, who will probably follow West back, I think we could hold this place by concentrating what troops we have now. At present the force here is very small. It was generally believed and reported that large re-enforceinents from Texas had reached Camden, and that they were marched to support Price in his attack on this place. Please answer. F. STEELE, Major. General Page 55 ChAp. Lull CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 55 IIDQRS. SECOND DiVISION, SEVENTH AnMY CORPS, Devail~ Biu~fr September 4, 186412 m. Maj. Gen. F. STEELE, Little Rock: I was out with Major Cowan ?nspecting the camp of Eleventh Mis- souri Cavalry when yonr dispatch came. I have no news. I sent the Dove up yesterday with the Ninety-fifth Illinois Infantry, makiub upward of 1,200 infantry I have sent to co-operate with General West. Colonel Moore, with another regiment and freight (Thirty-third Wis- consin), was aground on Tycoon, thirty miles below here, this morning. I sent down the Rose Hamilton to help them up. The following letter was received this forenoon from General Washburn.* On the day of attack on the railroad I was also apprehensive of an attack from the Arkansas River, and communications being stopped between here and Little Rock, I informed General Washburn of what was going on. Had not I better send the Citizen immediately for re-enforcements ~ Very respectfully, your obedient servant, C. C. ANDREWS, Brigadier- General, (Jo mmanding. DEVALLS BLUFF, September 4, 1864. (Received 8 p. in.) Captain DYER: Lieutenant Woodard with thirty men from Remount Camp, who were taken to 1)es Arc on the Celeste last Friday morning, returned this p. in. He crossed Bayou Des Arc. Was at West Point and within four miles of Searcy and Austin. He brought back two pris- ouiers. He reports that Shelby crossed the White River at Jackson- 1)o1-t the evening of August 3O~ said he was taking the Yankees to Batesville, where he wonid whip them. lie had two regiments. Some Federal cavalry crossed Red River at Searcy on the 2d; another Fed- eral force, supposed to be General Wests, crossed White River at Grand Glaize on the morning of the 2d. Rayborne has fifty or sixty men at Browns farm, six miles southeast of West Point with instruc- tions trout Shelby to watch the approach of Federals. The lieutenant reports the country swaiming with small guerrilla parties. C. C. ANDREWS, Brigadier- General, (Jommanding. HDQRS. SECOND DIVISION, $EV~NTH ARMY CORPS, Derails Bluff, Ark., September 4, 18645 p. m. Col. WILLIAM H. GRAVES, Commanding Expedition: You will return here immediately with all the forces mider your coin- mand. I am directed by General Steele to request General West to return to Little Rock. Very respectfully, C. C. ANDREWS, Brigadier- General, Commanding. See Part II, p. 906 Page 56 56 LOUISIANA AND iHE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LILL LITTLE ROCK, September 4, 18647.30 a. rn. Colonel ENGELMANN, Brownsville: You will cause your command to embark on the train which Colonel Carr has beemi requested to send to Brownsville for the purpose of bringing the two regiments and artillery to this place. By order of Brig. Gen. E. A. Carr: C. H. DYER, Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF LITTLE ROCK, Little Rock, Ark., September 4, 18646.15 p. m. Brig. Gen. J. R. WEST Gommanding Expedition: (Via Brownsville.) General Steele has ordered Colonel Graves with his coinniand to return to Devalls Bluff. You will return to the vicinity of Austin with your command and from your position watch Shelbys movements. Rations will be sent to you at Austin. It is reported that the enemy is moving on this place and that a portion of their forces has crossed the Saline at Benton. By order of Brig. Gen. E. A. Carr: C. H. DYER, Captain and Assistant Adjutant. General. Col. G. MOYERS, Brounsville: The general directs that you send the above dispatch to General West. It is uncertain where General West is. He was last heard from moving toward Grand Glaize. Be sure and not have this dispatch to General West captured. C. H. DYER, Assistant Adjutant- General. IIDQRS. SECOND DIVISION, SEVENTH ARMY CoRPS, Devalls Bluff, Ark., September 4, 18645 p. m. Brigadier-General WEST, Commanding Forces: GENERAL: I have received a dispatch from General Steele in which he directs me to call you back to Little Rock, and also for me to order back the infantry (nuder Graves) to this place. Operations of impor- tance are going on. Very respectfully, C. C. ANDREWS, Brigadier- General, Commanding. BROWNSVILLE, September 4, 1864. (Received 6 p. in.) General CARR: I have the honor to transmit the following: AusTiN, September 4, 186410 a. m. General CARR: Your dispatch of September 2 reached inc at Bull Bayou at 7.30 this morning. I had not then over 1,000 cavalry capable of marching to Bate~ville, and no artiller Page 57 CIL& r. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 57 horses that would answer. I have returned here. Shall leave at this point Eighth Missouri, Ninth Iowa, and Tenth Illinois, and recommend that the entire [force] of those three regiments be stationed here for some time. If they are not to remain please send 3,500 rations, bread, coffee, sugar, and salt, to them to-morrow. If they are to be stationed here, send 10,000 full rations, half only of bacon, starting some to-morrow. The Third Michigan goes to Brownsville, the Eleventh Missouri to Devalls Bluff, the cavalry from Little Rock will return there. Please have the morning train wait until I can reach Brownsville at noon to-morrow. I remained at Grand Glaize until 10 a. m. September 1. My scouts left Augusta Landing at sun- down August 31. As no boats had then reached that point I despaired of any co- operation on the river. With 1,800 men and two pieces of artillery I was not strong enough to cross at Batesville, and overtaking Shelby, unless he chose that I should do so, was out of the question. ~. R. WEST, Brigadier-General. I can supply the 3,500 rations from this post, if necessary, but could not do more. I sent twenty meu across Bayou Metoc south this morning, who proceeded to a point eighteen miles distant from here. On their return they were ambushed at a place where flanking was impossible, and 2 men killed, 2 or 3 captured. The attacking farce is thought to number forty. Have sent to ascertain further. No evi- dence of any cotisiderable force in that direction. U. MOYERS, Lieutenant- Colonel, Commanding. LITTLE RocK, ARK., September 4, 18649 p. in. Brig. Gen. J. H. WEST, Commanding Expedition. Carry out your programme as indicated in your dispatch of this date from Austin. By order of Brig. Gen. E. A. Carr: C. II. DYER, A8sistant Adjutant- General. MEMPHIS, TENN., September 4, 1864. Major-General HALLECK Chief of Staff: I am satisfied that a large raid is on foot, to be led by Price, Marina- duke, and Shelby. They will have 10,000 or 12,000 men, all mounted. My scouts inform me that six days ago Shelby had returned to Batesville, after a successful raid on the railroad between Devalls Blaff and Little Rock and that rations were then being issued for ten days for 12,000 men. Shelby had 4,000 men, and Price and Marmadnke were said to have crossed the Arkansas and daily expected at Batesville. My advices from General Steele are very vague and unsatisfactory. I had reports that Pine Bluff and Saint Charles were captured and Devalls Bluff threatened, and sent General Mower, with his division, 4,000 strong, to the relief of our forces. I have just heard from Commodore Phelps, U. S. Navy, at mouth of White River, that saint Charles has been evacuated, but Pine Bluff is not captured. I have sent 2,000 cavalry into Arkansas to operate with General Steele. General A. J. Smith will be at Cairo in four or five days, en route for General Sherman. C. C. WASHBURN, Major- General Page 58 58 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. - OAnzo, September 4, 1SG4. Brigadier-General EWING: GENERAL: The following is a copy of a letter received in eXJ)l~flatiOfl from the Associated Press: SEPTEMBEII 3, 1564. The rebel General Shelby in Sontheast Missouri. The above general was at Horn- ersville on Thursday last with a force reported 5,000 strong. On Friday they broke camp, 3,000 going in the direction of Cape Girardean, 1,000 in the direction of Bloom- field, and 1,000 toward New Madrid and Charleston. They are doubtless on a re- cruiting and pinadering expedition, many citizens in those counties being scared at the near approach of the draft, and an abundance of corn and hay for their horses to subsist on if they come to Charleston. Captain Ewing, the commander of the post, is prepared to give them a wariu reception. A UNION MAN. The writer of this is supposed to be the editor of a paper in Charles- ton. Very respectfully, S. MEREDITH, Brigadier- General, Commanding Post. HEADQUARTERS SAINT Louis DISTRICT, Saint Louis, Mo., September 4, 1864. Major WILSON, Commanding Pilot Knob, Mio.: Send five best companies of cavalry to Cape Girardeau at once. If you think you cannot spare so many send four companies. I think the garrison at Patterson may be reduced to one company, if it is not already done. As to this, however, use your own judgment. Send the section of howitzers. Let them get there day alter to-morrow. Answer. THOMAS EWING, JR., Brigadier- General. CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., September 4, 1864. General EWING: Captain Edwards, commanding at New Madrid, informs me that he learns through rebel sources that some 4,000 of Shelbys men are at Hornersville, Dunklin County. I place but little reliance in the report. Have sent spies in Dunklin and have sent a force from Bloonilield and New Madrid toward Kennett. H. M. HILLER, Lieutenant-Colonel, Commanding. Captain STEGER, SEDALIA, Septeihber 4, 1864. Assistant Adjutant- General: I got in last night from a scout. The men that robbed Tipton were eighty-eight strong, commanded by Todd. I found their camp yester- day at Marshalls Ford oii the La Mine; probably left last evening. We had not men enough to attack them. WM. ARGO, Lieutenant, & e Page 59 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 59 HEADQUARTERS DISmICT OF CENTRAL MISSOURI, Warrensburg, September 4, 1864. Lieut. WILLIAM ARGO, Sedalia: Why did you give up the pursuit of Todds band 0? Why did you not follow and harass them 0? Au immediate report is desired. By order of Brigadier-General I3rown: J. H. STEGEIt, - Assistant Adjutant- Gen,eral. SEDALIA, September 4 1864. Captain STEGER, Assistant Adjutant- General: The reason of my not following up was simply because I could not secure the co-operation of Lieutenant Stephens, commander of the scouts. I had no authority to take command unless we got iii a fight. In that case I was to assume the responsibility. This was private. However, I will send a complete report this eveuing.* W. ARGO. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF CENTRAL MISSOURI, Warrensburg, Seplember 4, 1864. Col. JOHN S. WOLFE, Jefferson City: Order 100 mounted men of your command to move at once into Moni- teall County. The officer in command will be instructed to scout thoroughly the eastern portion of that county. Five companies of the Fourth Missouri State Militia, under Major Kelly, are now moving front the west into Cooper. They were in Saline yesterday. Two of these companies of the Fourth will be stationed in Cooper. - By order of Brigadier-General Brown: J. H. STEGER, Assistant Adjutant- Ge eral. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF SOUTHWEST MISSOURI, Springfield, Mo., September 4, 1864. ASSISTANT ADJUTANT-GENERAL, DEPT. OF THE MISSOURI: COLONEL: In compliance with circular order front headquarters Department of the Missouri, dated August 5, 1864, I have the, honor to submit the following report for the month of August, 1864, for the infor- muation of the general commanding: First, there are no organized forces of the enemy within the district. Second, that portion of Arkansas north of the Arkansas River is known as the District of Northern Arkansas and is coummanded by Brig. Gen. Joseph Shelby, with headquarters in the field at and south of Bates- yule, Ark. Front the best information I can obtain General Shelby bears upon Imis reports amid claims to have ami aggregate force of 10,000 mnen, including one battery of four pans. 1 am unable to ascertain the whereabouts of more thaim 7,000, taking their own statements as to numbers, and these are disposed as follows: At and south of Batesville, Brig. Gen. Joseph Shelby comnmnandingAdams, commanding post of Jacksonport, MeCray and Jackman (recently promoted from colonel), amid Colonels Nichols, Schuable, Greene, l)obbin, Vaughan, Bond, and See Part I, p. 738 Page 60 60 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. Kitchen (given names not known), 3,000 men, moanted. In Izard and and Lawrence Counties, Colonel Freemans command, extending from Mount Olive along Strawberry Creek to Powliatan, 3,000, mostly monnted. In Fulton County, near Bennetts Bayou. Colonel Tracy, 200 mounted. In Marion Connty, at Wickershains Mills, near Yellville, Ark., Lieutenant Thompson, 100, monnted. In Carroll County, about Rolling Prairie, Capt. Marion Fullbright, 100, mounted. In Benton County, command of Maj. B. Brown, 150, mounted; command of Major Pierson [Pickler], 200, mounted. Total, 6,750 mounted. In my opimmion 4,500 men will prove a fur estimate for General Shelbys entire effective force, and include all that are mounted, armed, and fit for duty. In ad- dition to these my inforumation is that Captain [Colonel] Freeman has and bears upon his rolls 2,000 unarumed conscripts. My information of the force of the enemy north of the district is limited. My opinion, based upon the reports that I have received, is that time whole number of the enemy that has passed north through the district since last spring exceeds the nunuber that has returned by about 1,000 men. This in- cludes 250 men of Quantrills command that went north about the mid- dle of April, and have not returned to my knowledge. These men are said to be commanded by one Dodd [Todd], and Quantrill is said to be sick with consumption. Very respeetfally, your obedient servant, JOHN B. SANBOHN, Brigadier- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS, Ter., ASeptember 4 1864. Tucson A riz Capt. BENJAMIN C. CUTLER, Assistant Adjutant- General, Santa PJ, N. Mew.: CAPTAIN: I lmave the honor to transmit here with list of posts and stations in time District of Western Arizona f~r September 1, 1864. No report was made for Auoust 15 for the reason that the posts on the Fort Yuma road were in process of being abandoned, and having no information what stations had been discontinued at that time no accu- rate report COul(l be made. I am, captain, very respectfully, your obedient servant, THEG. A. COULT, Lieutenant- Colonel P~fth infantry California Vois., (Jomdg. [Inclosure.] List of posts and stations iii the District of Western Arizona, September 1, 1864, with the number of men at each, and the reasons why they are stationed at those points. Posts or stations. Stren th. Reasons. Tucson Ii Depot of supplies for Arizona. Do Attached; accounted for in strength of Tuhac. Do 8 Casually at post. Tuhac For protection of Southern Arizona. Calabasas For protection of Southern Arizona; from garrison of Tuhac. San Pedro Crossin~ In charge of hay and grain and outlying i)icket to watch In- dians, from garrison of Tuhac. Point of Mountain In charge of hay an(l grain; from narrison of Tucson. Blue Water In charge of hay and grain; from garrison of Tubac. THEO A. COULT, Lieutenant-Colonel Fifth Infantry (Jalifornia Vols., Comdg. HDQRS. DISTRICT OF WESTERN ARIZONA, Tucson, A riz. Ter., September 1, 1864 Page 61 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. ~31 HEADQUARTERS FORT ABERUROMBIE, September 4, 1864. Capt. R. C. OLIN, Assistant Adjutant- General, District QI Minnesota: SIR: Mr. Fonseca, a former resident of Saint Paul, has just arrived at this post from the Red River Settlement and brings the information that 3430 lodges of Sioux Indians had just arrived there from the vicin- ity of Devils Lake and Turtle Mountain. Standing Buffalo is among them. The other chiefs he did not remember, but thinks they belong to the remnants of the bands of Little Six and Little Crow. There were 1,200 men with these lodges besides the women and children. Mr. Fonseca says various rumors existed as to the object of their visit. By some it was understood that they came for the purpose of effecting a treaty with the Hudson Bay Company, by which a trading post was to be established at Turtle Mountain, others claiming that they were on their way to this post to give themselves up. This last is a mere sub- terfuge. Doubtless the real object is to procure powder and lead with which to further prosecute the war upon our frontier. I entertain fears for the safety of Captain Donaldsons command. His force is too small to make a successful fight with so large a body of Indians as could be concentrated against him at Pembina. C. POWELL ADAMS, Major, Commanding Post. HEADQUARTERS l)ISTRICT OF WEST TENNESSEE, Memphis, Tenn., September 5, 1864. Maj. Gen. E. R. S. CANBY, Comdg. Division of West Mississippi, New Orleans: GENERAL: Your (lispatch of the 30th [August] is received.* I had already anticipated and sent General Mower three days ago to re-en- force General Steele. General A. J. Smith with his division, 6,000 strong, will move up the river to-day. I have no news from Arkansas. Sherman occupies Atlanta, and his need for troops is not as pressing as it was. The War Department has been informed of the probable raid of Price, Marinaduke & Co. into Missouri, but I have nothing from Arkansas in regard to that move since I last wrote you. The truth is, I have to get information from that district as best 1 can. I still believe that a big raid is on hand for Missouri, unless the move of my cavalry and Mowers troops should head it off. Mower will remain with Steele until you order otherwise. Saint Charles has been evacu- ated by General Steeles order. The troops that occupied it are of the Seventeenth Corps, and are fragments of regiments now with General Howard, who is anxious that they should be relieved. I am, general, your obedient servant, C. C. WASHBURN, Major- General. HDQRS. FIRST DIYISIoN, SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Saint Charles, Ark., September 5, 1864. Maj. Gen. C. C. WASHBURN, Commanding District of West Tennesssee, Memphis: GENERAL: I have the honor to report the arrival of the greater part oclock this of my command here at 5 evening. I was nuder the neces * See Part II, p. 937 Page 62 62 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. sity of leaving the steamer John IRaine below; as soon as she is un- loaded I will send her back to Memphis, and I beg leave to say that it is utterly impossible for a boat drawing more than four feet of water to navigate White River. I presume you will have heard ere this reaches you that the rebel raid is over and all is quiet above. I am hoping that it will not be necessary for myself and command to remain here long, as I know that General Sherman is very much in need of us. I am, general, very respectfully, your obedient servant, JOS. A. MOWER, Major- General, Commanding Division. HDQRS. FIRST DIVISION, SIXTEENTH ARMY CoRps, Saint Charles, Ark., September 5, 1864. Maj. Gen. F. STEELE, Commanding Department of Arkansas: GENERAL: I have the honor to report the arrival of my command here. I have about 4,000 infantry, 2 batteries, and 250 cavalry. Also a division of cavalry crossed to the west side of the Mississippi, at Memphis, on the morning of the 2d instant, and were to move by land to Clavendon. They should have arrived there to-day. I inclose herewith an extract from a letter of instructions from Major- General ~~ashburn, in which he directs me to return as soon as possi- ble. An officer from General Sherman (Lieutenant-Colonel Howard) arrived at Memphis the day before I left. He was there for the pur- pose of taking the right wing of the Sixteenth Army Corps (of which my division forms a part), to the army in front of Atlanta. This, I presume, is the reason of General Washburns earnest desire that I should return as soon as possible. I am awaiting your orders as to whether I shall remain here or proceed farther. I am, general, very respectfully, your obedient servant, JOS. A. MOWER, Major- General, Commanding Division. [Inclosure.] HEADQUARTERS I)ISTRIcT OF WEST TENNESSEE, Memphis, Tenn., September 1, 1864. Maj. Gen. Jos. A. MOWER, Commanding First Division, Sixteenth Army Corps: GENERAL: * * * * * * * The object of this move is to reestablish Steeles communications and whip and disperse the enemy. As soon as you can be spared with safety you can return here. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, C. C. WASHBURN, Major- General. SPECIAL ORDERS, HDQRS. MIL. Div. OF WEST Mississippi, No. 119. New Orleans, La., ASeptember 5, 1864. * -* * * * * 2. The Twentieth Iowa Infantry Volunteers is attached to the Nine- teenth Army Corps. The commanding officer will report to Major- General Reynolds for assignment Page 63 CH~i~. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 63 3. The Third Maryland Cavalry (dismounted) is hereby detached from the Nineteenth Army Corps. The commanding officer will report to Major-General Banks for assignment. The regiment will remain at its present station until further orders. * * * * * * * By order of Maj. Gem E. II. S. Canby: C. T. CHRISTENSEN, Major and Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS DEFENSES OF NEW ORLEANS, New Orleans, September 5, 1864. Major DRAKE Assistant Adjutant- General, Department of the Gulf: In consequence of the removal of the First Louisiana Volunteer Infantry recently from Donaldsonville, and the removal now of some 270 men of the Twenty-sixth Indiana infantry, whose time has expired, Donaldsonville is left with a garrison of about 200 infantry and 170 cavalry. I have the honor to recommend that a regiment be seiit there from without the Defenses of New Orleans. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, T. W. SHERMAN, Brigadier- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DEFENSES OF NEW ORLEANS, New Orleans, September 5, 1864. Commodore PALMER, Corn ~nanding Na cal Squadron, New Orleans, La.: We have reports that the enemy are quite active on the other side of Grand River, such as hauling skiffs, & c., from Bayou Teche to Grand Lake, a large number of oars (1,000) being made by negroes for oper- ations in that quarter. The enemy are occasionally crossing Grand River in considerable parties; some near the head of Lake Verret, others in the vicinity of Lake Natche~ and above. What they are at I would like to know. I would respectfully propose, commodore, that a light-draft gun-boat from Brashear go np Grand l~iver as far as the vicinity of Lake ~atchez, or certainly as far as Bayou Go to Hell (excuse the name), to which points boats drawing five to six feet, I understand, can ascend. If you will do this I will send, to be in that vicinity at the same time, a cavalry force. By this means I think we will, if not find out exactly what they are at, be the means of destroy- ing or frustrating all their plans and combinations in that (~tlarter. The reason why it is thought a gun-boat should go up there is that no reconnaissance by land alone vill be effective on account of the great difficulty of roads and practicable traveling, and for the enemy to know that we can explore that country, notwithstanding the difficulties that are patent to all, will be a great poiht gained. Very respectfully ~nd truly, your obedient servant, T. W. SHERMAN, Brigadier- General, Commanding Page 64 [CHAP. LIII. 64 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. HEADQUARTERS DEFENSES OF NEW ORLEANS, New Orleans, September 5, 18G4. Brig. Gen. H. A. CAMERON, Commanding La Fourehe District: The general commanding directs me to say that the security of your pickets and patrolling cavalry, as well as that of your position, are dependent greatly upon our full knowledge of the country between the La Fourche and Grand River. The general has observed with great satisfaction a disposition on your part to get a good knowledge of this country, and from the information you have already collected it would appear that the commuiiication through front Paincourtville, La., to the head of and around Lake Verret is very imperfect; that there is no direct communication from the La Fourche to Lake Natchez, but that you are compelled to go around by the village of Bayou Goula and Indian Village to get to Lake Natchez. Is this rightl If these are ascertained flicts it would appear that the topography of the country is easily understood. But, nevertheless, l~arties of the enemy come in toward Bayou Corn, and in sufficient numbers to surround and capture our patrols. The country must certainly be as difficult for the etiemny as for ns. If there be any means of crossing the bayous between Grand River amid Grand Bayou, such as ferries and bridges, would it not be wise to break them up and capture and destroy every skiff and boat that can be found l The theory of the defense of the La Fourche country is that no enemy in force can penetrate the country lining the banks of Gramid River, and that to attack with the help of artillery aimd cavalry he must come by the way of Brashear or Immdian Village. The small parties which might, by dint of exertiomi arid secret movements, get across Grand River amid into the country in yonr front, ought to be successfully met and resisted by i)ickets and I)atrols. By good manage- ment on the part of I he officer iii charge of a patrol or reconnaissance, he onght very seldom, if ever, allow himnself to be surprised or sur- rounded. As to a perfect knowledge of the topography of that country you will have to depend on your own reconnaissalmees. The gemieral has seen the map recently got up here by Mr. Hyer. It contains no additional information to that of preceding mal)s; nor is Mr. llyer himself acquainted with any of the country beyommd Bayou Corn, or any of it north of the crossing of that bayou. The general would send a topographical engineer over if he had one, but after repeated applications he has failed to get any assistance of this sort from the headquarters of the Department of the Gulf. I am, sir, respectfully, FREDERIC SPEED, Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS LA FOURCHE DISTRICT, Thibodeaux, La., September 5, 1864. Maj. JOHN H. CLYBOURN, Gommanding Post, Napoleonrille, La.: SIR: The general commanding is satisfied from information in his possession that the enemy are pfeparing forces in the neighborhood of Franklin for a raid on Paincourtville or Kapoleonville, and directs that you send out a force immediately to scour the country about Grand River, Bayou Natchez, Bayou Pigeon, and Grand Lake, to destroy all boats or pirogues that may in any way serve to transport th Page 65 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 65 enemy across those streams. You will keep your command concen- trated and well in hand, and should they by any means get across the bayous, attack them at once, if necessary, with your whole force and send to him immediately for re-enforcements, being always careftil to maintain your lines of retreat on Bayou La Fourche open and practica- ble. If hard pressed fall back toward Thibodeaux, but if that is imprac- ticable retreat to the fort at Donaldsonville. The general commanding directs that you promptly inform him of any movements of the enemy that come to your knowledge, or of any collision you may have with them, so that he may re-enforce you if necessary. L am, very respectfully, your obedient servant, J. MORRIS HAFF, Lieutenant and Aide-de-Camp. HEADQUARTERS LA FOURCHE DISTRICT, Thibodeaux, La., September 5, 1864. Lient. E. LEONARD, Commanding Fleet off Brashear City, La.: Sin: I am satisfied from information iu my possession that the enemy are preparing to make a raid into the La Fourche country toward Pain- courtville or Kapoleouville, and are building boats to cross the lakes and bayous for that purpose. I wish you to send a gun-boat to coast in Grand Lake and Lake Fausse Pointe. I also wish you to send a gun-boat up Grand River as high as Lake Natchez, and if possible in Little Bayou Pigeon, to destroy any boats or pirogues capable of trans- porting troops. I am, very respectfully, your obedient servant, It. A. CAMERON, Brigadier- General oJ lolunteers, 6fommanding District. NEW ORLEANS, September 5, 1864. Brigadier-General LAw1~En, Corn nianding: Direct General Dennis by first opportunity to send one brigade and one battery to Saint Charles, aud more, if necessary, to hold that point. His information on arrival at White River may guide him. By command of Major-General Reynolds: S. C. FARRINGTON, Captain and Aide-dc- Camp. MORGANZA, September 5, 1861. (Received 10.30 a. in.) Thigadier-Gencral ANDREWS, Commanding Port Hudson: I shall send a force to Bayou Sara in the morning to drive away th~ rebels in that vicinity. If there is any road leading down in rear of your place I wish you would send a force early in the morning to watch it and to intercept them in case they attempt to retreat in that direc- tion. N. K. LAWLER, J3ri~td~er- Ge~tt~r~4 ~I J~ RYOL XLI~ PT H Page 66 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANSMISSISSIPPI. [CHAr. LIII. 66 HEADQUARTERS U. S. FORCES, Port Hudson, La., September 5, 1864. Maj. GEORGE B. DRAKE, Assistant Adjutant- General: SIR: I have the honor to acknowledge the receipt of a communication from department headquarters in relation to the constant employment of colored troops on fatigue duty beyond and over their fair proportion, and beg leave to submit the following statement: As I have been obliged to employ the colored troops on fatigue duty, by orders from department headquarters, after the most earnest repre- sentations on my part of the ill effects of such constant fatigue duty, and as I have not the control of the employment of troops at Morganza, I do not perceive that I have the power to correct the abuses complained of. As to the post of Port Hudson, if it is intended to state that the colored troops here are or have been unduly employed on fatigue duty under my command, I have to state that they have only been employed upon the fortifications in obedience to orders from department head- quarters greatly against my views amid wishes, or upon duty strictly necessary for the service of the post. Since I have reassumed command here I have labored to reduce all details whatever from the regiments to the smallest practicable limit. There are no effective troops now here other than colored troops. As to the deficiencies in drill of colored troops at this post I must claim that they will compare favorably in that respect with any troops in this department; and further~ that I have taken more pains with the instruction of tioops under my command tlman any other officer of my grade in this department. As to the poor condition of clothing of the men at this post com- plained of no complaint on this point has recently been made to me; but I beg leave to state that I have never been allowed long to retain an efficient quartermaster at this post, and that the majority of those who have been ordered td report to me for duty were Imardly competent to perform the duties of clerks under supervision. Still, I believe I have generally managed to seenre sufficient supplies to keel) the men from much suffering. The supply of books at this post has always beemi fully kept up, so far as they could possibly be obtained from department headquarters. There are and have been for a long time at these headquarters a con- siderable number of copies of Ar~uy Regulations for distribution, and if the commanding officer of the Eighty-fourth Regimuent has none the fault is his own unless he left this post before the supply could be obtained. As to the undue employment of colored troops on fatigue duty at Morgauza, while I have no doubt whatever that they are intentionally so employed, I am not in coummaud of the colored troops at that post, except for the purposes of uniform instruction, discipline, and inspec- tion. To correct the abuses at that place it is only necessary that the existing orders be enforced by those having the requisite authority, which I cannot see that I possess. 1 am informed by the assistant inspector-general of colored troops, Department of the Gulf, that the complaint of the improper eumployment of colored troops is from the post at Morgauza and not froum this post. I am, sir, respectfully, your obedient servant, GEO. L. ANDItEWS, J3ri~j~adier-General of Volunteers, Gommandirqi Post Page 67 ChAP. MU.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 67 HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF EASTERN ARKANSAS, Helena Ar Maj. W. H. MORGAN, , k., September 5, ,186L Assistant A dj atant- General: MAJOR: I received to-day from different sources reports that (}eneral Price is gathering his force at Augusta. One party reports 6,000; an- other much moreTh ,000 to 18,000. This information comes from rebel soldiers connected with Shelbys force. The intention is to attack this place and move on to Missouri to conscript, & c. I have sent out a lieutenant and twenty-five men with a letter to Colonel Winslow giving him the information which I now give you. They will reach him to- night or to-morrow. I have also sent a cavalry scout out to communi- cate with the, sunken boat Elwood. They will report to-night, and I will continue to communicate with the boat until she is relieved. Will troops be sent to me to relieve the One hundred and forty-third Illinois and Forty-seventh Iowa, 100-days men ~ I will advise you of Colonel Winslows movements on the return of my scout. Colonel Winslow will find forage in the country, as the early corn is fit for use. With compliments to the general, I am, ma very respectfully, your obedient seivarit, WILLIAM CROOKS, Colonel Sixth Minnesota Infantry, Commanding District. LITTLE RocK, September 5, 1864. Brig. Gen. C. C. ANDREWS: Did you send~ to Washburn for troops ~ Price and Fagan were reported by a woman to be at Benton last night. I think it probable that their cavalry, or the principal part of it, has -gone up the Arkansas to cross and operate in our rear. Our communications with Pine Bluff and Lewisbnrg are still cut. I fear that two steamers loaded with supplies for Fort Smith have been captured, as the last we heard of them they were aground this side of Lewisburg. A scout has beemi sent out on that road. Wests coinmamid had arrived at Austin yes- terday. Three regiments were ordered to take station there, and the rest, consisting of detachments, were ordered to join their respective commands. We must get more infantry here as soon as possible. Our defenses on the right of time line do uiot amount to munch. Please hurry forward troops as fast as transportation can be provided. I will send a cipher dispatch to General Canby. I predicted in a letter to him over two months ago this state of affairs. He promised that all the troops that had been ordered to me sbould come, and said he had a reserve force at Morganza. I thought a boat was going down the river to-day or I should have (hispatched to General Canby. F. STEELE, Major- General. HDQRS. SECOND DIVISION, SEVENTH ARMY CORPS, Devalls Bluff, September 5 18 Maj. Gemi. F. STEELE, ~ 6412 m. Little Rock: Last evening I sent a letter to General Washburn informing him of our situation and what you telegraphed me about the enemy, an Page 68 68 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. (CRAP. LflI. requested him to send us some infantry. I wrote to General Canby the day of the attack on the railroad. No word had been sent me about sending troops to Little Rock till your dispatch just received. The Thirty-third Wisconsin (300 effective) and Fifty-seventh U. S. African Descent (400 effective) is all the infantry now here. Will send either or both of these if you desire. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, C. C. ANDREWS, Brigadier- General, Commanding. LITTLE ROCK, September 5, 1864. Brig. Gen. C. C. ANDREWS, Devalls Bluff: By dispatch from Captain lowland, Third Regiment [U. S. Cavalry], I learn that Prices infantry has not been at Benton. The cavalry under Pagan has left there with a large train. They took the Hot Springs road, and people say they are going to Dardanelle. Price is probably still at his camp on the other side of the Saline. You need not send any troops from your post until Graves returns, unless General Carr should order it. We need laborers to work on defenses very much, but I do not think it advisable to weaken your post much more just now. I advise you to strengthen your works. F. STEELE, Major- General. Captain Howl~nd was in Benton to-day. BROWNSViLLE, September 5, 1864. Brig. Gen. C. C. ANDREWS, Devalls Bluff: The district commander directs that the headquarters of the Ninth Iowa and Eighth Missouri Cavalry be removed to Austin. Please direct Colonel Geiger accordingly. ~. R. WEST, Brigadier- General. LITTLE ROCK, ARK., September 5, 1864. Brig. Gen. C. C. ANDREWS: If any of the troops from Saint Charles are at the Bluff send the Fifty-seventh U. S. Colored by morning train. By order of Brig. Gen. E. A. Carr; C. II. DYER, Assistant Adjutant- General, BROWNSVILLE, September 5, 18649.50 a. m. General F. STEELE, Little Rock: The common rumor throughout Shelbys command was that he iuteAed to go to Ni~soiiri, I captur~4 a dispatch that soawwi~t F Page 69 CHAP. MH~ COTh~ESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. Confirms this. It was also confidently stated that General Price would cross the Arkansas at Clarksville with 9,000 men and combine with Shelby in a raid to Missouri. This may throw some light upon the enemys movements south of the Arkansas. J. B. WEST, Briqadier- General. HEADQUARTERS J)ISmICT OF LITTLE BOCK, Little Rock, Ark., September 5, 1864. COMMANDING OFFICER NINTH KANSAS CAYAL1~Y: Sin: The brigadier-general commanding directs that you send scout- ing parties of fifty men each on the Fort Smith and Manmelle roads out some fifteen or twenty miles. These parties Will start at daylight, and must be warned not to commit apy depredations. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, ~. 11. DYEB, Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS POST, Lewisbury, September 5, 1864. Brig. Gen. E. A. CARR, Commanding District of Little Rock: GENERAL: Colonel Stirman, C. S Army, with 300 well-mounted men, crossed by fording the Arkansas Biver at Dardanelle yesterday, camp- ing last night at Bussellville, going toward Dover, where Jackmau is with 100 men. Cabells command is reported as being on South Fourche. From reliable authority I learn that Colonel Gordons command will cross the river at Dardanelle on Thursday next. Gordon i~ now on the Fourche. The Chippewa unloaded the commissary stores here~ and returned to Vans Bar for quartermaster stores left at that place. Will return here in the morning. Biver falling. Telegraph down on the Little Bock section. Captain Napier, of the Third Arkansas Cavalry, had a fight with Witt on Thursday last eight miles from Quitman;.. killed 7 of Witts men and captured Captain Livingston and 4 men. - Witt retreated toward Jacksonport. Yours, respectfully, A. H. RYAN, C~olonel, Commanding. Saint Louis, ]llio., HEADQUARTERS, September 5, 18642 p. m. Hon. EDWIN M. STANTON, (Received 9 iz~. m. 6th.) Secretary of War: General Washburn writes from Memphis on the 2d that Shelby has cut the railroad to Little Bock. Pine Bluff is reported captured and IDevalls Bluff threatened; that he is satisfied that Price, Marmaduke, and Shelby are preparing for a big raid into this State; that he has sent Mowers division to succor Devalls Bluff and .mggests that A. J. Smiths division will pass Cairo in three days, unless diverted. What do you think of the relative risk of public interests by halting him Page 70 70 LOUISIANA AN]) THE ThANS-MTSSISSIPPL [CHAP. tilt few days, say at Girardean, or sendin~ hiin forward at once l Unless he is urgently called for I think it would be wise to delay his movement until we see the result of Prices operations in the State and this way. W. S. ROSECRAKS, ltiliajor- General. ME~IPuIs, September 5, 1864. (Received 7th.) Major-General IROSECRANS, Commanding Department of the Missouri Maj. Gen. A. J. Smiths division will be at Cairo to-morrow night en route for Maj. Gen. W. T. Sherman. He will have about 6,000 men. Major-GeneralMower, by General Canbys order, will re-enforce General Steele with 4,000 men. He is afready on White River. Latest advice from Little Rock is that Price, with a very heavy cavalry force, was moving to cross Arkansas River above Little Rock. General West is after Shelby, who is near Jacksonport, and I have 2,000 cavalry who will co-operate with West. The enemy is believed to be gathering extensive supplies at Jacksonport and Batesville preparatory to a big Missouri raid. It may be headed off if West is successful; but Jam confident that the enemy is bound for Missouri unless headed off. - C. C. WASHBURN, Major- General. [For similar dispatch to Halleck, see Vol. XXXIX, Part II, p. 343. - CAPE GJRARDEAU, Mo., September 5, 1864. General HwIN~: From Bloomfield and New Madrid I learn that the forces in Dunklin and Pemiscot Counties are under Colonel Clark and Major Smith, and number some 200 or 300. I have just ordered forces to concentrate at New Madrid,and I will move against them. H. M. HILLER, Lieutenant- Colonel, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS SAINT Louis 1)JSTRJcT, Saint Louis, Mo., September 5, 1864. Lieutenant-Colonel HuLLER, Commanding Cape Girardean: I sent you last night by steamer Omaha four companies of ipfantry. Fonr companies of cavalry from Pilot Knob will reach Cape Girardean to-morrow. I ordered Captain Chapmans company of infantry to go on to New Madrid. If you see fit you mc y order it to remain at the Cape. Make such disposition of the troops as you please, but whip Major Smith out of your sub-district. I will send you companies from Fletchers regiment to take the place of the four companies of infantry sent last night and whose time will soon expire. THOMAS EWING, JR., Brigadier- General Page 71 - CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 71 CAPE GIRAEIEAU, Mo., September 5, 1864. General EWING: According to the latest information I have there is a force of some 250 rebels in Dunklin County, south of Kennett, under Major Parrott, of Colonel Kitchens regiment. I am moving forces against them from this post, Bloomfield, Charleston, anti New Madrid. I shall endeavor to make Dunklin County a hot place for them. H. M. HILLEIR, Lieutenant- Colonel. CAPE GIRARDEAU, September 5, 1864. Captain EDWARDS, New Madrid, Mo.: Captain MeClanahan will arrive at yonr post to-day with about 100 men. Captain Ewing has also sent you thirty from Charleston. I want you and McClanahan to drive the rebels out of Dunklin County.. Can you crpss the plank road to Clarkton ~ If & o, I will order seventy-five men from Bloomfield to meet you at Clarkton. II. M. HILLER, Lieutenant- Colonel. SPECIAL ORDERS, HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF BOLLA, No. 130. Boila, Mo., September 5, 1864. I. Col. A. Sigel, Fifth Missouri State Militia Cavalry, is hereby re- lieved from the command of the post at Rolla, Mo., and will avail him- self of the leave of absence for twenty days granted him in Special Orders, No. 244, current series, from the headquarters Department of the 1~lissouri. II. Lient. Col. Joseph A. Eppstein, Fifth Cavalry Missouri State Militia, is hereby assigned to the command of the troops at iRolla, Mo., and he will be obeyed and respected accordingly. Ill. Maj. 0. P. Newberry, Fifth Cavalry Missouri State Militia, will immediately proceed to Salem, Mo., and assume command of the trans- ports at that place. * * * * * * * By order of Brig. Gen. John McNeil: C. G. LAURANT, A~sistant Adjutant- General. MARSHALL, Mo., September 5, 1864. Major-General PLEASONTON, Wa~rensburg, Mo.: GENERAL: I have reliable information that fifty guerrillas camped seven miles north of this place last night. Captain Todd is in com- mand. I also learn from the mail carrier that forty guerrillas passed south of Waverly on their way to Jackson County, Mo. I hear of other bands prowling around in this county. I have sent all my available force with Captain Bingham to Boonville for his arms, and I have not enough of mounted men to send in pursuit of them. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, JAS. B. MOORE, Captain Compa$~y F, First Cavalry Missouri State Militia Page 72 72 LO~TI~IANA AND THE TIIANS-MISSISsIPPI. (CHAP. LIII. JEFFERSON CITY, September 5, 1864. Capt. J. II. STEcTER, Assistant Adjutant- General: It is said that this post is to be attacked to-night or to-morrow night. The information seems to be reliable. J. S. WOLFE~ Colonel, Commanding. KANSAS CITY, Mo., September 5, 1864. Capt. J. H. STEGER, Assistant A djuta at- General, Warrensburg, Ito.: Have just returned. Scouted thoroughly in neighborhood of Round and Texas Prairies, Bone Hill, Snibar Hills, and Blue Bottoms. The enemy have not left the country. Small bands of from five to twenty are passing and repassing the line of La Fayette and Jackson Counties every day. Found water very scarce. Both men and horses suffered from thirst. Spy reports that a party of soldiers found the kiding place of Dick Yeager, where he was lying wounded, and killed him, supposed to be some of the Missouri State Militia. They did not know that it was Dick they killed. So says the report. J. H. FORD, Colonel, Commanding. W4RRENSBURG, September 5, 1864. Col. J. H. FORD, Kansas City: Order tw-o companies of your command to move forthwith from Inde- pendemice to Pleasant Hill. Acknowledge receipt. By command, & c.: J. H. STEGER, Assistant Adjutant- General. WASHINGTON, I). C., & ptember 5, 186412.35 p. m. Major-General POPE, Milwaukee: The Secretary of War directs that you make such disposition ot the Sioux prisoners as you may deem best. H. W. HALLECK, Major- General and Chief of Staff. SPECIAL ORDERS, HDQRS. DEPT. OF THE NORTHWE~T, No. 137. Milwaukee, Wis., September 5, 1864. * * * * * * * II. The company of First Regiment U. S. Volunteers at Camp Ran- dall, Madison, Wis., and one company of same regiment from Camp Reno, to be designated by Brigadier-General Smith co trict of Wisconsin, will immediately proceed to mmanding Dis- Saint Paul and report for duty to Brig. Geim. H. H. Sibley, commanding District of Minnesota. * * * * * * * By command of Major-General Pope: J, F. MELINE, Acting Assistant Adjutant- General Page 73 CiIAP. trILl OO~1IESPO~DtNCI, ETC.UNION4 73 IIEADQUAPLTERS DEPARTIVIENT O~ THE NORTIIWENT, Lient. Col. C. S. LOVELL, ]Jiiiiaaukee, lVis., & pteinber 5, 1864. Aetinq Assistant Provost-Miarshal- General, Madison, Wis.: COLONEL: As troops are needed much on frontier of Minnesota, I shall send immediately to Saint Paul two companies of First U. S. Volunteers, one from Madison and one from here. As there is a con- siderable force of recruits both at Camp Randall, near Madison, and at Camp Washburn, near this place, I suppose there will be force enough to preserve the peace during the draft without retaining longer in this State any companies of the First U. S. Volunteers. If you have not arms for the troops at Madison, and here I would suggest to you that you make immediate requisition upon Saint Louis Arsenal for arms and ammunition for at least 1,000 of the enlisted men under your charge, l)lease inform me at your earliest convenience. It will be necessary for you to arm the recruits at Washburn and Randall at once if you still think a considerable force necessary to preserve quiet during the draft, as I do not feel at liberty to retain the companies of the First U. S. Volnuteers longer in this State. I have only kept them thus long because up to this time there was literally no force to aid you in enforc- ing the draft, in accordance with your requisition upon me. I am, colonel, respectfully, your obedient servant, JNO. POPE, Major-General, Commanding. MILWAUKEE, September 5, 1864. Brig. Gen. TI. H. SIBLEY, Saint Paul, Miun.: Send you to-morrow two full companies First Regiment U. S. Volun- teers. These are part of the forces intended to replace the companies of the Thirtieth Wisconsin at Fort Wadsworth. Make such disposition of them as is best in your judgment. JNO. POPE, Major- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE NORTHWEST, Milwaukee, 14/Is., September 5, 1864. Brig. Gem II. H. SIBLEY, Comdg. District of Minnesota, Saint Paul Minn.: GENERAL: I have the honor to inclose copy of telegraphic dispatch* sent you this a. in. advising departure to-morrow for Saint Paul of two companies First Regiment U. S. Volunteers. They are well officered and finely disciplined. You will find them excellent troops. The major-general commanding directs that you make such disposition of them as in your judgment seems best. I have the honor to be, general, most respectfully, your obedient servant, J. F. MELTNE, Acting Assistant Adjutant- General. See neit, ante Page 74 74 LOUISIANA AND THE ThANS-MISSISSIPPE [CHAP. LIII. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE NORTHWEST. iIJJiluamkee, Wis., September 5, 1864. Brig. Gen. H. U. SIBLEY: GENERAL: Your private and official letters by Captain Pope just received. Of course you can leave six companies of Second Cavalry instead of fonr at Wadsworth, if you think necessary. Also, you can bring down to Minnesota to be kept for the winter as many horses from Wadsworth as you think best and as soon as you think best. Those now at the post ought not to be fed oii grain, nor did I intend they should be during the summer. I never dreamed of your hauling grain to Wadsworth to feed animals dnring the summer months. They should be grazed, not fed with grain. I always proposed, as you will find in my first letter of instructions to you and Sully before the cam- paign began, that as soon as grazing was no longer sufficient for the cavalry horses at Wadsworth that they should be sent to some point in Minnesota to be wintered, but I iiever had an idea of hauling grain to feed horses at Wadsworth this summer. You- surely greatly misun- derstand my order about the companies of the Thirtieth Wisconsin Regiment. I wrote you that the three companies of that regiment now at Wadsworth would, as soon as relieved by the four companies Second Cav~ilry, which Colonel Thomas is ordered to leave at Wadsworth, march down to Saint Paul, where they would take boats, & c., for the south. Of course in coming down from Wadsworth to Saint Paul they would pass by Fort iRidgely, and there be joined by the other company. Why you are sending the company from Ridgely to Wadsworth to join the other three companies, when those very conipanies will march by Fort Ridgely on their way to Saint Paul within a few weeks, I cannot understand, unless you have wholly misconceived the meaning of my letter of August 13. Please read that letter again. I am sending you up two companies First U. S. Volunteers; may go to-morrow. Two other companies of same regiment I will send also as soon as I can spare them. These four companies were designed to replace the coin- panies of the Thirtieth Wisconsin. Of course, general, I do not design to specify the exact force to be statio!med at each post in your district. That is a matter you must regulate yourself by your kimowledge of the necessity in every case. I send you all the troops I can, with certain general instructions, ~he details of which you are of course authorized to modify or alter. I send Sullys official report by this mail, which you can publjsh if you think best; or rather, you can publish the sub- stance without giving it an official aspect. I did not say nor mean to say that Sully was returning to Fort Rice, or would return until he had been to the Yellowstone and established Fort Stevenson. His re- port was dated August 2, and I wiote you that I expected soon to hear of his return to Fort Rice, giving him a. month to go to the Yellowstone and return. You will see from his report that he never had the slightest idea of comimig back to Fort Rice until he had gone to Yellow- stone. I am sure I never entertained such an idea. JNO. POPE, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS SECOND SUB-DISTRICT OF MINNESOTA, Fort 1?idgely, September 5, 1864. Capt. iR. C. OLIN, Asst. Adjt. Gem., District of Mjnnesota, & tj~t Paul, Mium: CAPTAIN: The orders received with your communication of the 1st instant have been carried into effect, and Company G, Thirtieth Wis- Page 75 Cu~. LIII.) CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 75 cousin, will leave with the train for Fort Wadsworth to-morrow, together with the detachment of Company I, Second Cavalry, acting as escort to the down train. You have probably before this reaches you had an explanation of the Indian rumors about PaynesvilLe and Manannah, which were occasioned by a mistake of Captain Slaughter, who noticed a squad of men from another post at a distance, of whose presence in the locality he knew nothing, and as his own horses whom he had expected to find at a place designated could not be fonnd, he supposed that some Indians had got possession of them and were escaping. These are the flicts which I have from one of the cap- tains men who was with the party. Most respectfully, your obedient servant, WILLIAM PFAENDER Lieutenant- Colonel, Commanding. CITY POINT, VA., September 6, 186410.30 p. m. Maj. Gen. II. W. HALLECK, Chief of Staff: Telegraph General Sherman what General Washburn says of threat- ened movement toward Missouri. I think he will stop A. J. Smith and, if necessary, send him against Price, Marmaduke & Co. I only in- tended that portion of the sick and detailed men of the Nineteenth Corps, belonging to the portion of the command now nnder General Emory, should be ordered North. U. S. GRANT, Lieutenant- General. HEADQUARTERS OF THE ARMY, Washington, September 6, 1864. Major-General CANBY, New Orleans: GENERAL: Lieutenant-General Grant directs that all the sick and detailed men of the part of the Nineteenth Corps now North be returned to their regiments or sent to Northern hospitals. I presume that General Grants order to make no more exchanges of prisoners was based on the fact that they give us only such men as they have utterly broken down by starvation, receiving in return from us men fit for duty. Every exchange, therefore, gives them strength without any correspond- ing advantage to ns. Not so, however, with exchanges made on the battle-field or immediately after an engagement. Exchanges of this kind, made man for man, as provided for in the cartel~ General Grant did not intend to prohibit. You and the officers wider yonr command are, therefore, at liberty to continue the exchanges in the field as pro- wided for in last clause of article 7 of the cartel of July 22, 1862. Very respectfully, your obedient servaiit, II. W. HALLECK, Major- General and Chief of Staff. SPECIAL ORDERS, RD QRS. MIL. 1)Iv. OF WEST MISSISSIPPI, No. 120. New Orleans, La., September 6, 1864. * * * * * * * 4. Paragraph 3, of Special Orders, No. 108, from these headquarters, is so far modified as not to include in the organization of the Firs Page 76 76 LOIJISIAN~ AND THfl TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CRAP. LIII. Louisiana Cavalry Companies II, I, K, and IL of the Second Louisiana Cavalry. These companies will be organized into a separate battalion, for service in Western Louisiana and Texas, in accordance with, the articles of service in the original enlistment of the men. These coin- panies will be officered, as far as practicable, from those originally ap- pointed for them, but no officer who declined to appear before the board of examination convened under the authority of Special Orders, No. 108, will be appointed to serve ~with these companies. The command- ing general Department of the Gulf is charged with the execution of this order. * * * * * * * By orderof ILVLaJ. Gen. E. R. S. Canby: C. T. CHRISTENSEN, Major and Assistant Adjutant- 4eneral. OFFICE CHIEF QUARTERMASTER, DEPT. OF THE GULF, New Orleans, & ptember 6, 1864. Maj. Gen. N. P. BANKs, Commanding: GENERAL: The strikes among boiler makers and machinists and the exorbitant demand for wages require that action be immediately taken to protect and forward the public interests. The competition with the naval and civil authorities, private parties, and other canses, have de- moralized the white labor of the department, doubled and quadrupled the army expenditures connected therewith, besides greatly diminish- ing the effective service rendered to the Government. For this reason I have the honor to ask and recommend: First. That a call be made upon the white troops for tOO machinists, including at least twenty boiler makers. There are many such men in the service constantly making application for such employment. SecOnd. 200 carpenters, 50 bricklayers, 50 blacksmiths, and 100 miscellaneous mechanics to be detailed from the colored troops iii this department. Third. That the conscripted and impressed colored men, rejected by the examining surgeons at the town asylum, or a select portion of them, shall be de- livered to the quartermasters department as laborers, instead of being given to speculators, planters, & c. No hands can be obtained to unload the coal from the boats, and a daily risk of its total loss is incurred from want of labor. There is a similar delay in discharging vessels under expensive charters. Fourth. It is recommended that detailed white men who are mechanics be allowed $30 per month extra as a matter of public expediency and necessity, and an inducement to undertake the extra fatigue and exposure to heat and climate, and to advance the pub- lic works; that the colored mechanics receive but $15 extra, since their occupation puts them in the second and third class of skilled labor, and that colored laborers con scripted be allowed $20 per month, with rations and clothing not to exceed $2.50 per month. Trusting that this may receive the immediate action of the author. ities, as the emergency is pressing, I have the honor to be, most respectfully, your obedient servant, S. B. HOLABIRD, Colonel and Chief Quartermaster Page 77 CHAP. LIH.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 77 [First indorsement.] HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE GULF, New Orleans, September 7, 1864. Respectfully forwarded. The request of Col. S. B. Holabird is approved. Early action by the commanding general of the military division is respectfully invited. N. P. BANKS, Major- General, Commanding. [Second indorsemeut.] HDQRS. MILITARY DIVISION OF WEST Mississippi, September 7, 1864. Approved. ED. R. S. CANBY, iliajor- General, Commanding.- [Third indorsement.] Major Drake will issue orders as requested within first them to the major-general commanding. , submitting ABERT. HEADQUARTERS NINETEENTH ARMY CORPS, New Orleans, September 6, 1864. Maj. C. T. CHRISTENSEN, Assistant Adjutant-General: MAJOR: I have the honor to~ report that the Txventy-tlmird Wisconsin and Ninety-sixth Ohio Volunteers from Mobile Bay passed up to Mor- ganza this morning. J. J. REYNOLDS, Major- General. NEW ORLEANS, September 6, 1864. Col. J. J. GUPPEY, Comdg. Third Brigade, Second Division, 19th Army Corps: COLONEL: The major-general commanding directs that you will sail with the Twenty-third Wisconsin and Nitiety-sixth Ohio, so soon as you have taken the transportation of the latter regiment on board, coaled, & c., reportimig to General Lawler at Morgauza. He also directs that you will detail one lieutenant to remain at Algiers in charge of enlisted men and transportation of regiments en route from Mobile Bay and to await their arrival. He will report to these headquarters for instructions. S. C. FARRJNGTON, Captain and Aide-dc-Camp. SPECIAL ORDERS,) HDQRS. DEPARTMENT OF THE GULF, No~ 240. New Orleans, September 6, 1864. * * * * * * * 6. Col. J. H. Sypher, Eleventh U. S. Colored Heavy Artillery, is hereby detailed for duty as president of the Board of Examination for officers of colored troops now in session in this city. * * * * * * * 14 command of Major-General Banks: C. S. SARGENT Page 78 78 LOUiSIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF ARKANSAS, & C., Little Rock, Ark., September 6, 18644.05 p. m. Maj. Gen. J. A. MOWER, Commanding First Division, Sixteenth Army Corps: GENERAL: Please bring your division to Devalls Bluff as soon as practicable. It can be of no use to me at Saint Charles. I am anxious to put an end to the bold career of Fagan and Shelby, and hope with your assistance to make quick work of it. Very respectfully, F. STEELE, Major- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF ARKANSAS, Little Rock, Ark., September 6, 1864. Licut. LUKE OREILLY, Aide-de- Camp, General )/fower~s Staff: Please direct the cavalry division under Colonel Winslow to cross at Clarendon and come up on this side of Devall~s Bluff. They would save ten miles by coming direct to Brownsville, from whence an expe- dition against Pagan and Shelby will be fitted out. They will find good grazing on this route. General Andrews will send a guide with you. Distance to Brownsville is about thirty miles. The road on north side of White River to Augusta involves several bad crossings. Water is very scarce, and no forage. Some forage can be sent to Clarendon and more obtained at Brownsville. FREDK. STEELE, ]IiJI~jjor- General. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF LITTLE -ROCK, Little Rock, Ark., September 6, 1864. Brig. Gen. C. BUSSEY, Commanding First Division: GENERAL: The brigadier- general commanding directs that you have a sufficient force in readiness to fill the advance rifle-pits with a skir- mish line on the first alarm. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, ~. II. DYER, Assistant Adjntant- General. IIDQRS. SECOND DIVISION, SEVENTH ARMY CORPS, Dc alls Blnff, Ark., September 6, 1864. ABRAHAM LINCOLN, President of the United States: DEAR SIR: General Steele informs me by telegraph that Prit~e is on the Saline with a large force threatening Little Rock. Cabells brigade (cavalry) is at Benton, twenty-five miles from Little Rock, and our scouts have been followed back almost to our picket-lines. Pagan was co-operating with Price, and was reported to have a train of 150 wagons loaded with flour and bacon. General Steele thinks Price intends actually to attack Little Rock, or to threaten it while Pagan and Shelby attack our lines. Either this or Price is going into Mis- Page 79 ca& ~. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 79 souri. The enemy is strong and meditates active aggressive operations, in my opinion. I hope I may be disappointed. At any rate, I trust we may be able to obtain a decisive success over him whenever we come face to face. I sent out 800 cavalry and 1,200 infantry, the latter on boats, up White River, to co-operate with General West in his last expedition against Shelby. This left me with an effi~ctive force of only about 700 men. I regret that Shelby was able to get out of the way of General Wests force. Half of the force I sent was the greater part of the brigade lately at Saint Charles. General Mowers division has lately arrived at Saint Charles from Memphis. It will move up here, I lea~rn, immediately. The Saint Charles force, Fourteenth and Thirty- third Wisconsin and Eighty-first and Ninety-fifth Illinois, will be sent to Little Rock to-morrow. A cavalry division commanded by Colonel Winslow has just arrived at Clarendom I have the honor to remain, most truly, yours, - C. C. ANDREWS, Brigadier- General, Commanding. LITTLE ROCK, September 6, 1864. Brig. Gen. C. C. ANDREWS: Captain lowland was attacked on his return from Benton by a su- perior cavalry force and followed nearly to our l)ickets. Colonel iRitter, with 500 or (300 men, has gone out to see where they came from. I hope my scouts will inform me soon where Price is. I am quite well sat- isfied that he intends to attack or menace us here while Fagan and Shelby operate in rear. A deserter, one of Fagan~s teamsters, who caine in yesterday, says Fagan had 150 wagons loaded with flour, bacon, & c. F. STEELE, Major- General. LITTLE ROCK, September 6, 1864. Brig. Gen. C. C. A~DnEws: Dispatches just received from Lewisburg by messenger. Colonel Stirman, C. S. Army, crossed at Dardanelle with 300 well-mounted men yesterday. They moved toward Dover, where Jackman is with 100. The steamers reached Lewisburg. Captain Napier beat Witt; killed 7 and captured Captain Livingstou and 3 men. Rebel cavalry are probably moving to Dardanelle to cross. F. STEELE, Major- General. HDQR8. SECOND DIVISION, SEVENTII ARMY CORPS, Devalls Bluff, September 6, 18644.45 oclock. Maj. Gen. F. STEELE, Little Bock: The steamer Darling has arrived. General Mower, with one divis- ion, arrived at Saint Charles yesterday. His effective force about 4,000. He has twelve pieces of artillery. Yery respectfully, C. C. ANDREWS, Brigadier- General, Commanding Page 80 80 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. rCHAP. LIII. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF ARKANSAS, Little Rock, September 6. 1864. Brig. Gen. C. C. ANDREWS, Devalls Bluff: Please send a guide with Lieutenant OReilly to conduct the cavalry division under Colonel Winslow from Clarendon to Brownsville or IDevalls Bluff, whichever route he prefers to take; send hini forage and rations also. An expedition against Fagan and Shelby will start from Brownsville. Send Colonel Moores coinniand there with the white regiments of Graves brigade. Give them liberal transportation for baggage and rations, and let them march. The garrison for Devalls Bluff will be taken from the troops yet to come up. The railroad may also be used. F. STEELE, ifa~jor- General. [SEPTEMBER 6, 1864.For Andrews to Dyci, reporting attack on steamers Celeste and Commercial, & c., see Part I, p. 741.1 LITTLE ROCK, September (1, 18641.35 p. m. Brig. Gemi. C. C. ANDREWS, Devalls Bluff: What infantry have you at the Bluff~ By order of Brig. Gen. E. A. Carr: C. H. DYER, Assistant Adjutant- General. IIDQRs. SECOND DIVISION, SEVENTH ARMY CORPS, Devalls Bluff, September 6, 18645 p. m. Capt. C. II. DYER, Assistant Adjutant-General, Little Rock: My infantry consists of Moores brigade and Graves force, iii all not over 1,400 effective men. This is scarcely force enough to do the work that is to be done. Very respectfully, C. C. AINDREWS, Brigadier-General, Commanding. IIDQRS. SECOND DIvisIoN, SEVENTH ARMY CORP8 Capt. C. II. DYER, Devalis Bluff, September 6, 18645.30 ~. m. Assistant Adjutant-General, Little Rock: CAPTAIN: A yoi~ng man, formerly of the Fourth Arkansas (one- years men), left the vicinity of Grand Glaize last Sunday morning, at which time he reports Shelby was in Oil Trough Bottom on White J~iver. Yery respectfully, C. C. ANDREWS Page 81 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETCUNION: 81 DEVALLS BLUFF, ARK., & pteinber 6, 18647 p. m. Capt. C. II. DYER: Captain Young, with sixty men, Ninth Iowa, has returned from scout near Arkansas River. He is confident there are no bridges on the Arkansas, but says it is reported a rebel force is at Arkansas Post. He met a few bushwhackers. C. C. ANI)REWS, Brigadier- General. LITTLE ROCK, ARK., $eptember 6, 18649.10 p. in. Brig. Gen. C. (~ ANDREWS, Derails Bluff: General Steele directs that the troops from Saint ChaIle~ move for- ward by rail to this place as fast as possible or transportation can be furnished. Send the detachment of the Seventh Missouri as escort to what mnles the quartermasters department may wish to send here. The commanding officer will report at these headquarters oii his arrival. By order of Brig. Geii. E. A. Carr: C. II. l)YEII, Assistant A c0utant- General. OFFICE CHIEF OF CAVALRY, L)EPT. OF ARKANSAS, Little Rock, Ark., & pternber 6, 1864. Brig. Gen. JOHN XV. DAVIDSON, Chief of Vax., Mil. Dir. of West Miss., New Orleans, La.: GENERAL: By the inclosed General Orders, No. 65, cur rent series, headquarters Department of Arkansas, you will note my appointment as chief of cavalry.* J am also instructed to reorganize a division of the regiments of cavalry serving in the District of Little Rock. Since the above-quoted order was issued I have been constantly in the field, operating agaiiist the rebels under. General Shelby. I returned yester- day to assume the task of resurrecting the cavalry of tbis department from a state of ntter chaos. There are no staff officers here whose services can be availed of to assist me, and selections from the line are rendered very difficult by the absence of qualifications among the scaiity number of officers serving with their regiments. I may secure an assistant inspector-general, but that is all. Quartermaster, com- missary, chief medical officer, and assistant adjutant-general are not to be procured. Your assistance is earnestly requested to relieve me from this dilemnmna~ Every energy and ability that I possess shall be ex~ erted to make the cavalry of this department efficient, but it is but just to myself that I should apprise you of the difficulties which pr~ sent themselves in the way of immediate progress. ~ ~ni, general, very respectfully, your obedient servant, J. H. WEST, Brigadier- General and Chief of (Jaralry. Se~ Part II, p. 782. 6 R RVOL XLl, PT II Page 82 82 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. MEMPHIS, TENN., September 6, 1864. Major.Geueral HALLECK, Chief of Staff: Reports to-day from two sources are to the effect that Price & Co. were at Jacksonport one week ago yesterday. I do not vouch for it, but think it highly probable. He was said to have a force of 15,000 mounted men. C. C. WASHBURN, Major- General. LITTLE ROCK, AIiK., September 6, 1864. Maj. Gen. C. C. WASHBURN, Sifemphis, Teun.: GENERAL: The rebel cavalry under Fagan, reported from 3,000 to 4,000, with a large train is moving up the Arkansas for the purpose of joining Shelby on the east side and to take possession of the railroad. Price is moving up on the west side with a laL9e force, which it is said is followed by Magruders command from Texas. It is said that they propose to attack this place in trout while Fagan operates in rear. This is the most reasonable explanation of their movements. Rebel deserters and others say that the cavalry under Fagan and Shelby in- tend making a raid into Missouri, and that Price is going to hold my command here until they can get across White River. They always report something that they are not going to do; besides they cannot subsist so large a cavalry force in Missouri by any route that I can hear of. I am satisfied that this is their objective point. I can defend this place against Price, but would be very likely with my small force to lose the railroad and depot at I)evalls Bluff. If you can send the 8,000 mentioned in your dispatch to General Andrews I hope you will do so at once. My situation is a critical one. To watch the move- ments of the enemy I am obliged to keep the l)rincipal part of m~ cav- alry out in detachments all the time, which is being frittered away without any apparent results in mere skirmishes. I see that General Curtis has seized the First Nebraska, one of my veteran regiments. The Forty-third Indiana is also detained. Several regiments that were ordered to inc stopped at Memphis, and omme, I am told, went to Vicks- burg, Two 100-days regiments at Helena are discharged by expiration of service, and I am constantly di~charging those who did not re-emilist. Part of the Third Missouri have served out their time, but have agreed to stay a short time longer. The mion-veterans of several other regi- ments will soon be entitled to go home for discharge. Yery respectfully, F. STEELE, Major-General. (Copy furnished for information of General Canby.) HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE MISSOURI, Saint Louis, September 6, 1864. Maj, Gen. C. C. WASHBURN, Memphis, Tenn.: GENERAL: Accept my thanks for your telegram amid letter of the 2d j~stant, which were duly received. That of the 5th instant in cipher i Page 83 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNJON. 83 also just received. Access to Northeastern Ark~sas would be easy for us had we th~ forces, but our small cavalry force has been scattered all over the State hunting guerrillas, aud until the new infantry I am raising under the twelve-months call are armed and mustered in I can do but little to ward off the blow. The course and dispositions on yonr part seem highly military and judicious. I trust General Steele will be able to squelch the movement until I get my meii into service. The Secretary of War has dispatched for General Smith to stop at Cairo until we can see the results of the operations you and Steele have afoot. Again thanking you for your promptitude and military courtesy, I remain, very truly, yours, ~T 5~ ROSECRANS Major- General. SPECIAL ORDERS, IIDQRS. DEPARTMENT OF THE MISSOURI, No. 247. Saint Louis, Mo., September 6, 1864. * * * * * * * 4. In accordance with the Presidents proclamation of the 3d instant a salute of 100 guns will be fired at 12 m. to-morrow, the 7th instant, within the limits of the city of Saint Louis in honor of the recent vic- tories of our arms at Atlanta, Ga. Col. N. Cole, chief of artillery, De- partment of the Missouri, is charged with the execution of this order. * * * * * * * By command of Major-General Itosecrans: FRANK ENO, Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF CENTRAL MISSOURI, OFFICE OF TOPOGRAPHICAL ENGINEER, Capt. JAMES II. STEGER, September 6, 1864. Assist c nt Adjutant- General: SIR: I would respectfully report for the information of the general commanding district that in obedience to Special Orders, No. 157, headquarters District of Central Missouri, current series, that I went yesterday to La Mine bridge, on the Pacific Railroad to attend to the erection of the block-house at that point. I find that in the past week but little progress has been niade in its erection, due in part to the almost utter impossibility of obtaining even two carpenters for the necessary framing and joining work; also that the troops stationed there have been the past week on scout and picket duty part of time and were necessarily withdrawn from the work, together with a large sick list, and the still incomplete organization of that detachment into the Forty-fifth Missouri Volunteers. These reasons, with the dif- ficulty in procuring the suitable sawn lumber necessary for the build- ing, have delayed its rapid completion. These difficulties have been, as far as it lay in my power, attended to, arid during my stay yesterday I personally superintended the building, and left last evening with the first story nearly completed and all the timber, except th~ sawn lumber, upon the ground and hewn out. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, EDWARD L. I3ERTIIOUD, Gaptain, Second Qolorado Cavalry, and Topographical Engmn~er Page 84 84 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHA?. IJIT. ~1EADQUARTER8 SECOND SUB-DISTRICT, In the Field, September 6, 1864. Capt. J. II. STEGER, Assistant Adjutant- General, District of Central Missouri: CAPTAIN: I have the honor to report that since my report of the 30th ultimo the troops under my command have been d6iuig active field duty with but little success in the way of finding guerrillas. At 1~ m. Thursday, September 1, we moved with 300 men en route for Morris- town via Blackwater Crossing of the Snibar, but could neither see nor hear of any guerrillas as far as Pleasant lull, where we turned back and went into camp on the Little Sni, seven miles from Lexington, on the Greenton road. Owing to the severe hot weather and the scarcity of water this was a very damaging trip on horses and men, Thursday, the 1st, beiiig the most remarkable day I have ever experi- enced. The wind blew so hot that it would burn the eyes and forced the men to sbelter them with their hats, hands, & c. Owing to this hard trip, and that the companies have been on the move for the past month continually, I thought best to let them rest for a few days, which would give us time to make up our pay-rolls, returns, & c. There is a band of guerrillas near Dover and a small band near Lexington. Those are all the guerrillas I know of now in La Fayette County. The latest information I have from Saline is that they are getting quite numerous on the line of Cooper and Saline, but so far have committed no depredations on Union men in Saline County. I made no report last Saturday, from the fact I had but little to report and nothing to report it on, being without stationery. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, B. F. LAZEAR, Lient. Col. First Cavalry Missouri State Militia, Commanding. PAOLA, KANS., September 6, 1864. Colonel FORD~ Kansas City, Mo.: I have also heard rumors of a camp on Grand River, in Henry County. I have no scouts that cross east of Harrisonville, except on special occasions, as it is completely out of my range. My troops are ever more than vigilant. I will keep you informed of what I learn from time to time. THOS. MOONLIGHT, Colonel. HEADQUARTERS I)ISTRICT OF CENTRAL MISSOURI, Warrensburg, September 6, 1864. Capt. E. P. ELMER, Commanding, Pleasant Hill: Reliable information is received that Todds band have broken up into parties of forty or fifty and are moving west. A band of fifty camped seven miles north of Marshall on night of 4th instant. Another band of forty passed south of Waverly on same Pight, going west. Look out for them. IBy command of Brigadier-General Brown: J. H. STEGER, Assistant Adjutant- General Page 85 CHAP. LIH.] CORfiESPONDENCE, ETC,IJNION. 85 SAiNT Louis, September 6, 1864. COMMANDINcX OFFICER, Jefferson City: Have you any news from General Brown ~ The general wants the Pews from Jefferson City. By order: FRANK ENO, Assistant Adjutant- General. JEFFERSON CiTy, September 6, 18G4~ Capt. ThANIC ENo, Assistant Adjutant- General: No news from General Brown. Lines down between here and War- rensburg. Guerrillas thick up the river about Rocheport. Steamer Mars fired into last evening at that point and attempt to board her by the guerrillas; two of them, the captain of the Mars informs me, were killed. She is now here. Threats of an attack have beeu made on this place. It is all safe, however, as far as the forces here can make it. Major Kelly, with five companies of the Fourth Cavalry Missouri State Militia, leaves Sedalia this evening for a rebel camp northwest from Tipton. Eight men of the same regiment from this post are also in the supposed vicinity of this camp. The inhabitants of Cooper and Pettis Counties are leaving in large numbers. JOHN S. WOLFE, Colonel, Commanding Post. SAINT Louis, September 6, 1864. General FISK, Saint Joseph, Mo.: The general commanding has reliable intelligence that Quantrill with three men crossed to the north side of the river on last Thursday. U. D. GREENE, Assistant Adjutant- General and Chief of Stat SiINT Louis, September 6, 1864. General FISK, Saint Joseph, Mo.: What news have you ~ Is your expedition ready ~ The general desires to hear from you in full. By order: FRANK ENO, Assistant Adjutant- General. WHITE CLOUD, NODAWAY COUNTY, Mo., September 6, 1864. General C. B. FISK, Commanding: SIR: The committee of Nodaway County met on the 5th and reported to you the condition of our county through Rosebury, believing at that~ time that Captain Gantts company would be sufficient for oar prote Page 86 86 LOUJSJAN~ AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. tion. On the 6th there was a meeting called to take an expression of the public feeling with regard to driving peaceable citizens from our midst. Captain Gantt was present, but from him we could gain no assurance that those persons who had been ordered to leave would be protected, and I do not think the company can be depended upon, and even expressed themselves opposed to arming these men for self-defense. Two families leave in the morning and others will leave at once if pro- tection is not afforded. I have consulted Colonel Fox, but he cannot attend to raising a company under Order 107. Under these circum- stances, I see no alternative but to rely on you for assistance, and assistance should be rendered without delay to produce the desired result. The number ordered to leave White Cloud district is about seventeen, all of whom have families except tbree. Yours, respectfully, JAMES A. FORREST. WARRENSBURG, September 6, 1864. Major-General SI~KES, Paola: The guerrillas have been pursued through the Snibar Hills the past week. There are not many of them, No concentration, in fact ,has yet been made. B. B. BROWN, Brigadie. - General of Yolunteers. GENERAL ORDERS, ~. IIDQRS. DISmIcT OF SOUTH KANSAS, No. 27. Paola, September 6, 1864. * * * * * * * IV. The district commander is satisfied that on the border and in the loyal Indian Territory disreputable persons have organized a system of plunder which in the end bids fur to leave that Territory destitute, and possibly to inaugurate a border war. In following their trade these persons have not hesitated to tamper with the troops, and the general regrets to add that in some instances they have beemi successful. No permits which may have been given by officers in this district for the purposes of trade in the region of country named will be respected, mione in future will be issued, a~d any stock procured by such authority will be seized and held by the officer within the limits of whose com- mand it may be found. The facts will then be made known to these headquarters. V. The major.general commanding desires to bring to the notice of officers of all grades the frequent complaints made against the conduct of the troops. It is well known that repeated violations of private rights have occurred. Among the soldiers might and right seem to go together. The forces of the Government areifor the protection of the inhabitants, not instruments for their spoliation and oppression. While the commanding general trusts that all under his command will aid him in every way to protect the Territory, inhabitants, and property comnmitte(l to his keeping, he will not hesitate to use every effort to rid the service of unworthy subordinates and bring to justice those who reflect discredit on the uniform they wear. By command of Major-General Sykes: GEO. S. HAMPTON, A8sistant Adjutant- Uenerat Page 87 CHAr. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 87 HEADQUARTERS FORT LARNED, KANS., Lient. J. E. TAPPAN, September 6, 1864. Acting Assistant Adjutant- General, Port Riley, Kans.: SIR: I have the honor to report that during the past week no reports have reached these headquarters relative to Indian depredations or to hostile Indians having been seen in this locality. One scouting party sent from this post reports having seen quite a large trail, as of Indians traveling north. The trail was about sixty miles we~t of this post. Lieutenant Murrell, First Cavalry of Colorado, has just returned with fifty men from a scout up the Pawnee Fork, in a northwesterly direction, thirty miles, thence northerly, crossing Walnut Creek, to the Smoky Hill, down the Smoky Hill, and southerly again, striking Walnut Creek near its mouth, and scouting up and down the Smoky Hill and Walnut Creek. Two recent Indian signs were discovered. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, SCOTT J. ANTHONY, M~jor, Commanding Post. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE NORTHWEST, Milwaukee, Wis., September 6, 1864. Brig. Gen. H. H. SIBLEY Commanding District of Minnesota, Saint Paul: GENERAL: The major-general commanding directs that you join the company of Connecticut cavalry under your command with the compa- nies of the First U. S. Volunteers sent you to-day. You can attach it as a cavalry company, assigning to it such officers as may be necessary to complete tIme organization for usefulness. Of this you must be the judge. If you have not a sufficient number or horses to mount the coin- pany in question you will be able to procure a sufficient supply on the return of Colonel Thomas to Minnesota. I have the honor to be, general, very respectfully, your obedient servant, J. F. MELINE, Acting As.dstant A ~juta nt- General. SAINT PAUL, September 6, 1864. Major- General POPE: GENERAL: Your dispatch is received. In any case I have no other force thau the company of Wisconsin volunteers to escort the traimi to Wadsworth. It can return with the other companies. H. H. SIBLEY, Brigadier- General. UDQRS. DIST. OF MINNESOTA, l)EPT. OF THE NORTHWEST, Saint Paul, Miun., September 6, 1864. Maj. Gen. JOHN POPE, Milwaukee: (3ENERAL: I have the honor to state that your dispatches by tele- graph of 5th instant were received last evening. The orders to Colonel Thomas and Major Clowney (sealed) directed the march of the companies of Wisconsin volunteers to this point as S00~ as relieved. The erro Page 88 88 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAT.. LIII. 6ccurred in my dispatch to you of 2d instant, which I wrote, having before my mind the previous orders from you that these companies would march overland to the Missouri. The company of Wisconsin vol- unteers from Fort Ridgely had to be dispatched as escort to the large and valuable train of public stores destined for Fort Wadsworth, as I had no other disposable force. Orders will be sent to-day, which will overtake the traiu, that Company G shall return if, peradveuture,it should meet the other companies of Wisconsin volunteers on their way down, which is~however, not at all probable, as nothing had been heard at Wadsworth from Thomas command as late as 25th ultimo. It would not have been necessary to detail Company G, Thirtieth Wisconsin Vol- unteers, for the escort duty referred to if the cavalry force escorting Fisk~s train to the Missouri had not been unaccountably delayed. I am, general, very respectfully, your obedient servant, II. II. SIBLEY, Brigadier- General, Commanding. HDQRS. 1)1ST. OF MINNESOTA DEPT OF THE NORTHWEST, Saint Paul, Minn., September 6, 1861. Maj. JOHN CLOWNEY, Commanding Tb irtieth Wisconsin Volunteers: MAJOR: Should you be on your way down with the other companies of your battalion before the train reaches Fort Wadsworth, in accordance with sealed orders addressed to Colonel Thomas, you will cause Com- pany G, Thirtieth Wisconsin Volunteers, to be relieved of the escort duty by other troops, that it may return with your Columand to Fort iRidgely en route to this city or Fort Snelling. Should, however, there not be a sufficiency of other disposable force, enough men must guard the train to Fort Wadsworth to secure its safety and return with it without delay to Fort Ridgely in order to rejoin you as soon as practi- cable. Itis highly desirable that the command 6f four companies should not be separated if it can be avoided with a due regard to the public interests. By command of Brigadier-General Sibley: Very res~)ectfully, your obedient servam ~ li. C. OLIN, Assistant Adjutant- General. CITY POINT, VA., September 7, 18649 p. m. Maj. Gemi. H. W. HALLECK, Chief of St aff: Stop General A. J. Smith at Cairo until General Sherman can be telegraphed to know if lie still wants him. If lie does not lie can be thrown into Missouri to head off Price. U. S. GRANT, Lieutenant- General. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF WEST TENNESSEE, Memphis, Teun., September 7, 1864. Maj. Gen. E. H. S. CANnY, Comdg. ilfilitary Division of West ][fi.wissippi, New Orleans: GENERAL: I have just received the inclosed from Brig. Gen. C. C. Andrews, commanding at Devalls BluIL General Mower had not the Page 89 OHkP. LIII.1 CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 89 reached him, but must have reached him a few hours after. It seems that General Steele was of the opiuiou ou the 4th that Price was still south of the Saline, but I have strong reasons for believing that he has crossed the Arkausas River above Little Rock, aud is now ou his way to Missouri. Steele should know the fact, if it is a fact, that Price is still south of Arkansas; but I have thought it no haru to put General Rosecrans ou his guard. Price has mounted a great part of his force. He means Missouri, whether he has crossed at the present time or not. I am, general, your obedient servant, C. C. WASHBURN, Major- General. Inelo3nre.1 HDQRs. SECOND DIVISION, SEVENTH ARMY CORPS, Derails Bluff, Ark., & ptember 4, 1864. Maj. (len. C. C. WASHBURN, Memphis: GENERAL: I have the honor to acknowledge the receipt of your letter of the 28th ultimo, * the contents of which I have telegraphed to General Steele. I have this afternoon received a dispatch from Gen- eral Steele. He informs me that Cabells brigade is in Benton, twenty- five miles from Little Rock, and that Price is on the Saline with a large force, well provisioned with meal and beef The enerny gives out that he will attack Little Rock, but it may be he intends to move into. Missouri. There is no doubt at all but that the rebels have a force greatly superior to us on the Saline. General West is out, up White- River, with the most of our cavalry, after Shelby. I have sent froim here 1,200 infantry to co-operate with him. The last regiment of the~ forces at Saint Charles has just arrived here, and I shall immediately,. according to orders from General Steele, send a boat up White River- to call back General West to Little Rock, the forces I sent to return here. General Steele concludes his dispatch as follows: If General Washburn could send an infantry force to hold Devalls Bluff against. Shelby, who will probably follow West back, I think we could hold this place (Little Rock) by concentrating what troops we have now. At present the force here is very small. It was generally believed and reported that large re-enforce-. ments from Texas had reached Caniden, and that they were marching to support Price in his attack ou this place. You see, general, how we are situat~d. I trust you will be able to re-enforce us with infantry and some artillery. Yours, very respectfully, C. C. ANDREWS, Brigadier- General, Commanding. LiTTLE RoCK, September 7, 1864. Maj. Gen. C. C. WASHBURN, Memphis: General IMlower has reported from Saint Charles and Colonel Wins- low from Clarendon. I have ordered Mower to IDevalls Bluff by steamer and have sent Winslow rations, forage, and a ferry-boat to cross White River and march to Brownsville, where an expedition against Fagan and Shelby will be started as soon as possible. The belief seems to prevail here that they intend going to Missouri. There are some strong arguments in favor of that supposition. The news of See I~art II, p. 906 Page 90 90 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. (CHAP. LIII. our re-enforcements will furnish another argument. I have orders from General Canby to follow them if they attempt it. F. STEELE, ]liliwjor- General. GENERAL ORDERS, IIDQRS. BEPARTMENT OF THE GULF, No. 122. New Orleans, AS~eptember 7, 1864. The recent strike among boiler makers and machinists, the wages demanded by mechanics and laborers being exorbitant and greatly beyond the regulated prices for such labor, and some action being im- peratively required in order that public interests may be protected and public work properly prosecuted, it is hereby ordered that the required number of mechanics of the various classes be detailed from the en- listed men of this command for duty in the quartermasters depart- mei~t, to be furloughed for the time being, and that the colored persons conscripted under General Orders, No. 106, from these headquarters, that are rejected by the examining surgeon as not meeting the stand- ard for recruits for military service shall be delivered to the quarter- masters department as laborers. Extra pay will be allowed all such, as a matter of public expediency and necessity, as follows: White me- chanics, $30 per month; colored mechanics of the second and third class of skilled labor, $15 per mouth. Colored laborers taken under the order above cited, $20 per month, with rations, and clothing not to exceed $2.50 per month. In order to carry out the foregoing provisions commanding officers of regiments in this department will, immediately upon receipt of this order, transmit to the chief qnartermaster a list of all mechanics in their respective commands, such list to include boiler makers, carpenters, bricklayers, blacksmiths, and all other miscella- neous mechanics. Upon receipt of such lists the chief quartermaster will make requisition for such men reported on his list as he may need, upon receipt of which immediate orders will be given for their detail and furlough, provided such requisition does not exceed 100 white and 400 colored mechanics. The superintendent of recruiting service fo~ colored troops will report daily to the chief quartermaster the colored laborers heretofore referred to taken from plantations and rejected by the examining surgeons. By command of Major-General Banks: GEORGE B. DRAKE, Assistant Adjutant-General. LITTLE ROCK, ARK., September 7, 1864. Maj. Gen. E. R. S. CANBY: Re-enforcements from General Washburn have reported to me from Saint Charles and Clarendon. I shall take the field against Pagan and Shelby. The general impression here is that they intend making a raid into Missouri. They say they are going to. I do not believe it, but if they do I will follow them as long as supplies enough to keep the comnmand alive can be obtained. I have not had force enough before to beat them in the field aiid leave my base secure. In a few days our defenses will be pretty good here. There is a square redoubt with counterscarp galleries which cannot be taken by assault. It commands the city and all the ground around it that can be seen; capacity for over 1,000, inexhaustible well, & c. We have here and at Devalls Bluff over 3,000,000 rations. I think there is no doubt but that Pagan intends crossing at Dardanelle. I have a spy company following him Page 91 CHAP. LHI.I CORRESPONDENCF, ETC.UNION. 91 with orders to report daily. I propose to rendezvous my command at Austin and push toward Clinton until I can hear where Fagan or Shelby is, when I will take them by detail or united, as the casemay be. I have about 600 cavalry reconnoitering about Price now. I send you a copy of a dispatch* to General Washburn yesterday explaining situ- ation, & c. F. STEELE, ]iThjor- General. HEADQUARTERS PISTRI~T OF EASTERN ARKANSAS, Helena, Ark., September 7, 1864. Maj. W. H. MORGAN, Assistant Adjutant- General: I inclose a letter from Captain Ferree, commanding Island 63. I have sent the Lexington down. The bearer, captain of steamer John iRaine, reports all quiet and the Lexington at anchor. The Elwood is safe, and will be until you can send relief. I have a letter from Major- General Dana; all right. My scout is not in from Colonel Winslows command. With respects to the general, I am, major, yours, respectfully, WM. CROOKS, Colonel, Commanding. [Jnclosurej ISLAND 63 MisSiSsi~~I RIvER, September 6, 1864. Colonel CROOKS, Comdg. District of Eastern Arkansas: COLONEL: I had scarcely arrived at this place this evening when I learned from good authority that Forrest and Chalmers, with their forces, were crossing Sunflower River, sixteen miles east of this place. Their scouts have been seen hovering around on the Mississippi side all day, and this afternoon one of Chalmers staff was at Mr. Muffle- tons, just opposite the Thrt. The plan is to take the island, and then General Smiths fleet as it comes up the river. Can you send me a gun- boat immediately? I will defend the island until the last extremity. I remain, colonel, your very obedient servant, S. G. FEIRIREE, Captain, Commanding Island 63, ZWississippi River. HDQRS. SECOND DIvISION, SEvENTH ARMY CORPS, Devalls Bluff, Ark., September 7, 186410 a. m. Maj. Gen. F. STEELE, Little Rock: There is room on the cars for all of Moores briga~Ie, the first train that goes out. I do not exactly understand whether you want them to take any wagon transportation. I do not think they have any. Please answer. C. C. ANDREWS, Brigadier- General, Commanding. LITTLE ROCK, ARK., September 7, 1864. Brig. Gen. C. C. ANDREWS, Deralls Bluff: We shall nee(l all the wagons you can spare at Brownsville for the campaign, but it is not material whether Colonel Moores command or *Seep. 82 Page 92 92 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. Lilt some other troops that are to follow bring them. I hope to start after Pagan and Shelby within five days. The news from Sherman is glorious. FIREDK. STEELE, Major- General. HDQRS. SECOND DIVISION, SEVENTH ARMY CoRPS, Derails Bluff, Ark., September 7, 18649 a. m. Capt. C. H. DYER, Assistant Adjutant- General, Little Bock: At daylight this morning sent forage and rations (also guide) to Col- onel Winslow, on Hamilton Belle. She can ferry his command over the river. Colonel Moores brigade will leave here as soon as it can. get aboard the train. C. C. ANDREWS, Briaadier- General, Commanding. LITTLE ROCK, ARK., September 7, 186411.30 a. m. Brig. 0-en. C. C. ANDREWS, Derails Bluff: General Steele directs that Moores brigade go to Brownsville instead of coming here. By order of Brig. Gen. E. A. Carr: C. H. DYER, Assistant Adjutant- General. HDQRS. SECOND DIVISION, SEVENTH ARMY CORPS, Derails Bluff, September 7, 18644 a. m. Capt. C. H. DYER, Assistant Adjutant- General, Little Bock: Three regiments of Col. J. B. Moores command started for Browns- ville on the cars about two hours ago. I expect to send the rest on the next train, retaining 100 men to take their eleven wagons to-morrow. I think, also, of sending the teams of the Twelfth Michigan and Sixty- first Illinois with a part of the command to-morrow (marching). C. C. ANDREWS, Brigadier- General, Commanding. DEVALL~S BLUFF, September 7, 18649.35 p. rn. Capt. C. H. DYER, Assistant Adjutant- General: The sergeant that left the fleet at Negro Hill with dispatches for General West has returned alone. His party was all cut up. He had repeated skirmishes with the enemy. He saw two of his men shot down after they had surrendered by rebels dressed in our uniform. He destroyed his dispatches and caine in afoot. C. C. ANDREWS, Brigadier- General. HDQRS. SECOND DIVISION, SEVENTH ARMY CORPS, Derails Bluff, September 7, 1864. Colonel MOORE, Gommanding Second Brigade, Smiths Division: The general commanding directs me to inform you that the cars will move down near your camp within an hour. He directs that the ba Page 93 CHAP. LIII.] 93 CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. ance of your men move aboard the cars, except 100, who will march with the train to-morrow morning. The officer left in charge will report at these headquarters. W. A. MARTIN, First. Lient., Third ]Jliichigau Car., and Aetg. Asst. Adjt. Gen. HDQRS. SECOND DIVISION, SEVENTH ARMY CORPS DevalPs Bluff, ASeptem~er 7, 1864. Colonel MOORE, Commanding Second Brigade, Smiths Dtvts*on: The general commanding directs that you ship your brigade on board the train for Brownsville to-day. Train will be ready to receive you at 10 a. m. Yon will take with yon all camp and garrison eqaipage, leav- ing your artillery at this post. All details from your brigade will be relieved in time to proceed to Brownsville with you. You will take with you five days rations. Have your command aboard the train as soon as possible. W. A. MARTIN, First Lieut., Third Michigan Car., and Actg. Asst. Adjt. Gen. OFFICE CHIEF OF CAVALRY, DEPT. OF ARKANSAS, Little Rock, Ark., September 7, 1864. iLient. Col. W. D. GREEN, Assistant Adjutant- General, Department of Arkansas: COLONEL: Pursuant to Special Orders, No.200, from your headquar- tets, I have the honor to submit to the general commanding the depart- ment the following plan for a division organization of the cavalry serving in the District of Little Rock: Present Regiment. Present. and Station recommended. absent. First BrP~ade (headquarters at Pine Bluff): 13th fmnois 5th Kansas 7th Missouri 1st Indiana Total Second Bri~ade (headquarters at Little Rock) 1st [owa 1st Missouri A Missouri 3d tT. 5. Cavalry 4th Arkansas Total Third Brigade (headquarters at Austin) 8thMissouri 9th Iowa 10th Illinois 11th Missouri 2d Missouri 830 202 412 446 1,890 421 583 726 105 819 2,856 937 267 747 513 2, 464 939 714 941 485 840 1,959 621 753 881 1,008 710 1,065 114 841 398 920 2,964 4,587 75 160 981 1,051 136 573 1,144 1,264 812 980 Total 1,348 4,028 Total Fourth Brigade (headquarters at Huntersville): 1st Nebraska 9th Kansas 3d wisconsin 3d Michigan 3d Arkansas Pine Bluff. I)o. Do. Do. Little Rock. Do. Do. I)o. Do. Austin. Do. Do. Devalls Bluff. Remount Camp. lluntersville. Do. Do. Brownsviile. ILewisburg Page 94 94 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. These propositions are made, first, to equalize the different brigades as nearly as the exigencies of the service will admit at present; sec- ond, to give the command of brigades to ranking officers, and, third, to brigade and locate the command at such l)oints as most require the services of cavalry. This question of location has been submitted to the district commander and meets his acquiescence. I am, colonel, very respectfully, your obedient servant, J. R. WEST, Brigadier- General and Chief of Cavalry. LITTLE RocK, AR K.~ September 7, 18642 p. in. (Via Brownsville.) CoM1IA~DIN~ OFFICER CAVALRY FORCE, Austin: It is reported that the enemy have crossed the Arkansas River to re-enforce Shelby. Keep your scouting parties well out to the north- west. Let them go as far as Clinton if possible. By order of Brig. Gen. E. A. Carr: C. II. DYE1~, Assistant Adjutant- General. LEWISBUEG, September 7, 18643.30 p. in. Capt. C. II. DYER, Assistant Adjutant- General: I have started four fiat-boats for Little Rock and one to the Cadron. Wagon train just left, taking all Government stores here. Boats loaded with commissaries. A. H. RYAN, Colonel, Comnmanding~ LITTLE ROCK, ARK., September 7, 18642 p. m. Col. A. H. RYAN, Lewisbury: The last that was heard from Shelby, which was some days ago, was that he was at Batesville. By order of Brig. Gen. E. A. Can: C. II. DYER, A ssistant Adjutant- General. PINE BLUFF, September 7, 18648.20 p. m. Capt. C. H. DYER, Assistant Adjutant- General: All quiet here. No news from the enemy, except that there are none this side of the Saline. POWELL CLAYTON, Brigadier-General~ Commanding Page 95 CHAP. LII1.J CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 95 WASHINGTON, D. C., September 7, 186410.30 a. m. Maj. Gen. A. J. SMITH, Cairo, Ill.: You will halt your forces at Cairo till I hear further from General Sherman. H. W. HALLECK. ]Ifajor- General and Chief of Staffi P. S.Commanding officer at Cairo will, in General Smiths absence, halt his troops at that place. H. W. H. SAINT LouIs, Mo., September 7, 1864. Col. E. D. TOWNSEND, A8sistant Adjutant- General: A fact proper to be known in connection with others previously reported to the Secretary of War is that an infernal machine exploded last night ill the principal storehouse of quartermasters stores in this city, and but for the vigilance of the watchman in charge $1,500,000 of Government property would have been destroyed. It was contained in a valise filled with combustible materials, and exploded by clock-work, set to run till 12.30 oclock at night. W. S. I{OSECIIANS, lljijajor- General. WASHINGTON, 1~. C., September 7, 1864. Major-Genera.l ROSECRANS: In reply to your telegram,* addressed to the Secretary of War, and receive(l last night in relation to A. J. Smiths division, I am instructed to inform you that orders have been sent by the chief of staff to Cairo td detain General Smiths divisioR there when he arrives until further orders. E. D. TOWNSEND, Assistant Adjutant- General. GENERAL ORDERS, ~ HDQRS. DEPARTMENT OF THE MISSOURI, No. 162. 5 Saint Louis, Mb., September 7, 1864. The organization of the Thirteenth Missouri Volunteer Cavalry having been completed, another regiment will at once be organized under the same authority, and under the sanme general conditions governing in the organ- ization of the Thirteenth (see General Orders 128, from these headquar- ters), which will be designated as the Fourteenth Missouri Volunteer Cavalry. Officers will be detailed from these headquarters for recruit- ing for the regiment from the Missouri State Militia. Applications for permission to recruit will be forwarded to these headquarters through the ordinary channel. Officers receiving recruiting details will at once signify their wishes with regard to entering the new regiment; but, whether desiring commissions therein or not, will enter vigorously upon the duty, and continue thereupon until duly relieved. They will make frequent reports direct to these headquarters as to their success in See September 5, 2 J). in., ~. 69 Page 96 96 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. recruiting. Non-veterans of the Missouri State Militia are officially informed that no effort will be spared to make this one of the very best regiments raised in the State, and that no officers will be recommended for or appointed to positions in it who have not tricd and approved qualifications for their respective grades. In addition to his present duties, Col. E. C. Catherwood, of the Thirteenth Missouri Cavalry, is tem- porarily assigned to the dnty of organizing the regiment. Benton Bar- racks is designated as the regimental rendezvous, and to that point all veterans and re-enlisted non-veterans of the Missouri State Militia force not absorbed by the organization of the Thirteenth will be sent by dis- trict commanders without further orders. District, regimental, and post commanders are ATharged tQ exert themselves to give this order early promnigation to all undcr their command, and to facilitate all proper efforts of recruiting officers in securing~ men. By command of Major-General iRosecrans: 0. D. GREENE, Assistant Adjutant-General and Chief of Staff. SPECIAL ORDERS, ~ HDQRS. DEPARTMENT OF THE MISSOURI, No. 248. Saint Louis, Mo., September 7, 1864. * * * * * * * XVI. The men of the First Battalion, Seventeenth Illinois Cavalry, on duty with the Third Battalion, at Benton Barracks, Mo., and those of the Second Battalion, of the s ante regiment, on duty at Benton Bar- racks, will be relieved from duty there and sent without unnecessary delay, those of the First Battalion, under the charge of Sergt. John Herbert, Company L, Seventeenth Illinois Cavalry, to join their bat- talion at Saint Joseph, Mo., and those of the Second Battalion, under the charge of Sergt. Thomas Filer, Company H, Seventeenth Illinois Cavalry, to Glasgow, Mo. The quartermasters department will fur- nish the necessary transportation. By command of Major-General IRosecrans: FRANK ENO, Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUAWPERS SAINT LOUIS DISTRicT, Saint Louis, Mo., September 7, 1864. Lieutenant-Colonel fILLER, Gape Girardean: You will assume command of all compaiiies of the Enrolled Missouri Militia that have been called into active service. Captain Montgom- erys company will report to you for duty forthwith. By order of Brigadier.Geueral Ewing: H. HANNAUS, ~cting Assistant Adjuta~mt- General. SAINT JOSEPH, Mo., September 7, 1864. Capt. PRANK ENO, Assistant Adj ta nt-General: I have the honor to report the fbllowiiig disposition of trool)s made ~mn4 rapidly progressing: 1\Lajor King moves from Liberty, - Cla Page 97 Ca& r. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNJON. 97 Conuty, to Glasgow, Howard Couiity, with 250 of Sixth Missouri State Militia Cavalry (veterans). He is re-enforced by militia at Richmond, Carroilton, and Brunswick. Will reach Glasgow to-night with about 500 men. I have directed General Douglass to seud 500 dismouuted men quietly into the brush to bushwhack the bushwhackers as the mounted force drive the villains to their hiding places. General Douglass is familiar with that region, and will direct the movements. Troops niove down from Macon to Randolph and from Hannibal to Monroe to co-operate. I hope to get 1,000 of the new troops after the bushwhackers within a day or two. I am crowding them to organize as speedily as possible. I am threatened with a little spark of war in time extreme northwest by guerrillas who have gathered in Nebi-aska and Iowa to co-operate with the 0. A. K.s. Such is the information. Shall be on the alert for them. CLINTON B. FISK, Brigadier- (Jenera 1. SAINT Louis, Mo., & ptember 7. 1M4. General FISK, & sint Joseph, Mo.: Your dispatch to Captaiu Eno about proposed operations against bushwhackers in central counties received. Who directs the immediate operation? Will Douglass be i-eady l Fiimd out whose thult it is that Forbes arms went to Saint Joseph, amid, if deserved, punish. Be careftil to put on this operation the character of secrecy, thoroughness, and a scrupulous regard for the i-ights of persons and property. Lawlessness creates bushwhackers and fm-iends of them. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS, STATE OF MISSOURI, ADJUTANT-GENERALS OFFICE, General C. B. FISK, Sajnt Louis, JIb., September 7, 1861. Commanding District of North Missouri: GENERAL: Your letter of the 2tth ultimno rewarding the organization of nev regiments in Northwest Missouri under Dc Bolt and Thompson was received. Gemmeral Rosecraus says that as soon as Colonels Brad- shaws and Hardings regiments are full (xvhich he thinks they now are) he will propose for the organization of De Bolts regiment. Having received 110 nmuster-in rolls as yet, I cannot judge how far they are advanced. You know better than 1. Very respeetfidly, JOHN B. GRAY, A~jutant- General State of Missouri. SAINT JOSEPH, September 7, 1864. Maj. AUSTIN A. KING, Jr., Glasgow, Mo.: Push out after the bushwhackers near Glasgow until you get definite orders from General Douglass. Kill all the villains you can find. 7 R RYOL XLI, PT II Page 98 98 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. Let the loyal people of Howard hold up their heads once more and give the rebels a severe lesson. Maintain the bests discipline among your troops. Mount your men on the horses of the disloyalists. Re- ceipt for them yourself; to be returned when the emergency requiring their use is past. Let us have a good report from you, major. CLINTON B. FISK, Brigadier. General. ORDERSJ FIELD hEADQUARTERS DEPT. OF KANSAS, Camp at Chalk Creek, on Solomon River, September 7, 1861. For the purpose of dividing forces so as to make further search after hostile Indians, the company of Pawnee Scouts is attached to the bat- talion of Colonel Summei~s; and Maj. li. H. Hunt will also transfer a mountain howitzer from the First to the Second Battalion. The com- manders of battalions will divide the companys sui)plies and be ready to march at 7 oclock to-iuorrow morningthe First Battalion eastward and the Second, under direction of General Mitchell, westward. S. H. CURTIS, Major. General. DENvER, CoLo. TER., September 7, iSGI Hon. E. M. STANTON: Pray give positive orders for our Second Colorado Cavalry to come out. have notice published that they will come in detachments to escort trains up the Platte on certain days. Unless escorts are sent theiu we will evidently have a famine in addition to this gigantic Indian war. Flour is $45 a barrel, and the supply growing scarce, with none on the way. Through spies we get knowledge of the plan of about 1,000 war- riors in camp to strike our frontier settlements in small bands simnul- taneously in the night for an extent of 300 miles. It was frustrated at the time, but we have to fear another such attempt soon. Pray give the order for our troops to come, as requested, at once, or it will be too late for trains to come this season. JOhN EVANS, Governor of Colorado Territory. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT om~ NEW MExwo, Port Union, N. Alex., September 7, 1864. COMMANDING OFFICER, Fort Canby, N Alex.: SIR: Send at once to Fort Union three of the weakest companies of your garrison. These companies will be on foot, but if they have horse equipage and you have a snfficiency of transportation send the equi- page with them. Let every man able to travel, prisoners and all, be sent. I wish the march to be made via Albuquerque, and as quickly as possible. From Pinos Ranch the troops will march via the Rock Cor- ral. The troops are greatly needed here on account of the hostilitiesbf the Indians of the plains. The companies will bring all their ordnance and ordnance stores. I am, sir, very respectfully, your obedient servant, JAM ES II. CARLETON, Brigadier- General, Commanding Page 99 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 99 MILWAUKEE, September 7, 1864. Brig. Gen. II. H. SIBLEY, Saint Paul, Miun.: Two companies left yesterday for Saiiit Paul. See that they are not delayed at Prescott. J. F. MELIKE, Acting Assistant Adjutant- General. WASHINGTON, D. C., September 8, 1864. Lieutenant-General GRANT, City Point: Telegram was sent yesteYday morning to stop Smith at Cairo till Sherman could be heard from. Telegram sent to him at same time. H. W. HALLECK, Major-General and Chief of StaIJ HEADQUARTERS U. S. FORCES, J3razos Santiago, Tex., September 8, 1864. Maj. GEORGE B. DRAKE, Assistant Adjutant- General, Department of the Gulf: MAJOR: I have the honor to report that an armed body of Mexican troops have landed on the American shore of the Rio Grande River, about fifteen miles from these headquarters. These troops are coin- manded by General Cortina, Governor of Tamaulipas, whom I have seen in person, and from him learn that it is his desire to receive pro- tection from the U. S. authorities. An order has been sent to him, demanding an immediate surrender of his ordnance and ordnance stores to my command, after which I shall give him the protection that he desires. A copy of the order is herewith transmitted for your infor- mation. This letter will be delivered by Maj. George A. Day, provost- marshal of this district, who will give you any information you may desire, as he is in full possessioii of the f~tcts in this case. I respect- hilly request that instructions be furnished me for this class of refu- gees. Very respectfully, your obedieiit servant, H. M. DAY, Colonel, Commanding Forces. [Inclosure.] HEADQUARTERS U. S. FORCES, Brazos Santiago, [Few., September 8, 1864. GeLmeral CORTINA, Commanding Mexican Forces: GENERAL: It has come to my knowledge that you have landed on the territory of the United States with an armed force. I have no doubt but that you have done so on account of the concentration of the forces of the enemies of the Mexican Republic on Matamoras. If ti at is the case, you are welcome also your people that are with you. Your arms, amrnunitioit, and warlike stoics immust at once be surren- dered to tho U. S. forces. When you have complied with the abov Page 100 100 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP, LUL requirements you can rely on being protected by the United States Government. Any proposition you may desire to make will be cheer- fully forwarded by me to my commanding officer at New Orleans. Very respectfully, your obedient scrvant, II. N. DAY, Colonel, Commanding U. S. Forces, Brazos San4iago. HEADQUARTERS U. S. FORCES, Brazos Santiago, Tex., September 8, 1~6~J Maj. GEORGE B. DRAKE, Assistant Adjutant- General, Department of the Gul~f: MAjon: I have the honor to transmit herewith a copy of a letter received by me from the coummander of the French forces at Bagdad, also my reply to the same, in order that they may be considered at the same time with my report concerning time matter alluded to in each. I am, very respectfully, your obedient servants I-I. N. DAY, Colonel, Commanding U. S. Forces, Brazos Santiago, Tex. [Iiiclosuro No. 1.] COMMANDER-IN-CHIEF FRENCH FORCES, Baydad, ]Ifexico, September 7, 1864. [001. II. N. DAY:] COLONEL: Yesterday, the 6th of September, the hostile forces of General Cortina displayed tlmeniselves befire our lines and made a feint to attack the place which we hold. Gemmeral Cortina, who knows the march of our several columns made against himn, managed to move without our knowledge, and, with your powerful aid, succeeded in pass- imig his troops to your side of the river with arms and baggage. The first squadrons of cavalry afforded you immediate aid to fight the Con- federates. This morning the passage of all these forces being effected, you gave theni provisions; all tlm at they wanted. According to these facts and according to the law of imations, which no one can distrust, I an bound to consider the forces of General Cortina as troops belonging to the United States Government, which Government now holds the re- sponsibility for their tiimture conduct. In any enterprise I might under- take I must be certain iiot to encounter themn on my road, either now or later. 1t perchance, colonel, you have some objections to propose to the view I have Qf the matter, b~ so good, colonel, as to make them known as soon as possible. With this intention I semid you Captain Visconti, my aide-dc-camp. The United States and France have been too long friendly allies for any uneasy or hostile feeling to be produced between theum. Please to accept, colommel, the assurance of umy most distinguished consideration. A. YERON, C~ommandcr French Forces, Bagdad, Mexico. [Inclosuro No. 2.1 HEADQUARTERS U.S. FORCES, Brazos Santiago, Tex., September 8, 1864. COMMANDER OF THE FRENCH FORCES, Bagdad, Mexico: SIR: I have the honor to acknowledge the receipt of your communi- cation, dated September 7, 1864, fromn the hands of Captain Viscouti. In reply I would respectfully state that you are laborimig under an error with regard to the forces of General Cortina receiving provisions fro Page 101 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 101 me. On the morning of the 6th of September, understanding that the enemy had a large drove of cattle at our front, I sent a small force of mounted men with instructions to capture and drive them into camp, if possible, for the sustenance of my command. I would further state that I have not as yet been officially informed that General Cortina is within my lines, and that I will at once send an officer with a suffi- cient escort to him, and if he is within my lines I will demand that he shall surrender all arms and munitions of war to the United States. I take this occasion to assure the commander of the French forces at Bagdad that I shall not for a moment countenance the occupation of U. S. soil by any armed force except our own, and especially by a force hostile to the French Government, which has so long been on friendly terms with the United States. Desiring that this harmony may long continne to exist, I have the honor to subscribe inyselt your most obe- dient servant, H. M. DAY, Colonel, Commanding U. S. Forces, Brazos Santiago, ftc U. S. CONSULATE, Maj. Gen. ~. ~. HERRoN, ]Iiiatamoras, September 8, 1864. Commanding at Baton T~onge, La.: DEAR Sin: It is now nearly six weeks since you all left us, and, with the exception of a letter from Captain Stevens to Morehead, we have not hear(l one word fuoni any one, not even a line from my wife. We have had stirring times among the heroic inhabitants since you left. The French landed 400 sailors at Bagdad, and they hold that place now. Cortina came in from the interior with all his forces, bring- ing some twenty or more pieces of artillery with him amid about 1,500 men. Findimig that the French were on all sides of them, the Mexicans held a meeting and determined upon crossing everything over the river and deliver all their arms, artillery, and ammunition to the custody of the Umiited States. The next question was how to (10 this as the rebels held the river from Brownsville down, and. although Colonel Day had plenty of men, and the rebels only 500, without any artillery, yet lie did not feel justified in moving any mnen from Brazos without orders. Fimially it was arranged in this way: Cortina was to go dowmm to a point about two miles this side of the White Ranch, cross the river with 800 men amid four pieces of artillery, and then move up amid drive the rebs froum Brownsville and thus get an opeiming for the passage of the re- mainder. At the time appointed I sent a messenger to Colonel Day, who sent omit somne few troops, who chased the rebs hajf way imp the river, and, the coast being thus clear, Cortina got safely over, ammd is now encanlll)ed about nine miles this side of the Boca, where there were also somne 500 of our troops. I hope that Colonel J)ay will either hire them as beef hunters or muster them in as rangers, and I know that they will keep the frontier clear. Before this all happened Colonel i)ay had withmdrawn all his troops to the other side of the Boca Chica, and was under the impressioii that he ought not to attack the rebels unless ordered to do so. I-low this matter will end no one can tell at present, but a little responsibility will clear up everything. Please write and let me know how my family got through. Regards to the officers. Yours, truly, L. PIERCE, Jn., U. S. Consul Page 102 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISfWPI. 102 [CnAP. LIII. HEADQUARTERS DEFENSES OF NEW ORLEANS, New Orleans, September 8, 18G4. Brigadier-General CAMERON, Thibodeaux: The general sends you this morning Henry Duker and John New- mail, two men employed as guides for the La Fourche country. These men are thoroughly acquainted with fhe whole country in your front, and with their assistance the general thinks that you will be able to keep the country this side of Grand Lake clear of the enemy, and at the same time get a thorough topographical knowledge of the whole country. The general thinks that you shonid detail some competent officer as draughtsman. These men will be taken up on the rolls of the quartermaster at Thibodeaux at the rate of $100 per month and a ra- tion from this date. When their services can be dispensed with they will be discharged. FREDERIC SPEED, Assistant Adjutant- (Jeneral. SPECIAL ORDERS, ~ HDQRS. NINETEENTH ARMY CORPS, No. 195. 5 New Orleans, September 8, 18G4. 1. The Twentieth Iowa Volunteers is hereby assigned to the First Brigade, Third Division, Nineteenth Army Corps. 2. Colonel Dye, Twentieth Iowa Volunteers, will proceed to Mor- ganza without delay with his regiment, reporting to the commanding officer at that place. * * * * * * * By command of Maj. Gen. J. J. Reynolds: S. C. FAR11JNGTO~N, Captain and Aide-dc-Camp. NEw ORLEANS, September 8, 1864. Brigadier-General LAWLER: The major-general commanding Nineteenth Corps directs that nO more troops be sent to White River until further orders S. C. FAIIRINGTON, - Captain and Aide-dc-Camp. HDQRS. SECOND DIVISION, NINETEENTH ARMY CoRPS, - Month of White River, September 8, 1864. Major-General STEELE: GENERAL: Pursuant to instructions from the major-general com- manding the Military Division of West Mississippi, I have the honor to report my safe arrival at this point with a portion of my command, numberinginfantry, cavalry and artilleryabout 5,000 mnen. As soon as my command disembarks, the boats return to Morganza for the Third Division of this corps. I have the honor to be, general, very respectfully, your obedient servant, ELIAS S. DENNIS, Brigadier- General, (Jommanding Page 103 CIIAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.IJNION. 103 HEADQUARTERS T)EPAI~TMENT oi ARKANSAS, Little Rock, Art., September 8, 1864. Maj. Gen. J. A. MOWER, Derails Bluff: GENERAL: I shall be pleased to see you at my headquarters as soon as you can make it conveuient to come. I wish to consult with you in regard to movements. I will have a carriage at the depot to take you to my headquarters. Please send to Brownsville as many of your troops as the train can carry to-morrow. If you have any land transportatioli part of your command might march to Brownsville. General Canby has intimated that he would send troops from Morganza. Price has crosse(l a laro-e force of cavalry at l)ardanelle. lie has a pontoon i)ridge there. lie an(l Shelby will probably eff~ct a junction. The rebel inflintry are also reported moving toward Princeton. FHEDK. STEELE, Major- General. GENERAL ORDERS, IIDQRS. 1)1sT. OF EASTERN ARKANSAS, No. 59. helena, Ark., September 8, 1864. I. Pursuant to law and the rules and regulations of the Secretary of the Treasury, the hues of actual occupation by the military Prces of the United States in the l)istrict of Eastern Arkansas are hereby defined to be within the picket-hues of the post of Helena, the public wood-yards and freedmens camps, and the plantatious which have been leased by the Government, or are worked with freedmen paid under the regulations of the Treasury i)epartment by agreement heretofore entered into and now of record in the office of the said 1)epartment in this district. 11. No article contraband of war, nor intoxicating liquors, (Irligs and medicines, salt, cotton-cards, or gray cloth shall be permitted to be transported into the District of Eastern Arkansas, except upon condi- tion that the written approval of the officer commanding shall be in- dorsed upon the application for such articles, filed in the office of the assistant special agent of the Treasury Department. WM. CROOKS, Colonel Sixth Minnesota Infantry, Commanding District. LITTLT~ ROCK, September 8, 1864. Brig. Gen. P. CLAYTON: Can you tell me whether there are any rebel troops at Monticehlo~ Tue rebel cavalry under Price and Fagan are reported crossing the Arkansas at Dardanelle. One brigade was across yesterday. They have a l)ontoon l)ridge. I think they intend to post themselves so as to. operate on the railroad while a column of infantry is pushed up in front. I hope you will keep out as large scouting parties as possible, annoy them on the flank, and send me information in regard to their movements. We are receiving large re-enforcements. 1 expect soon to he able to take the field, which will probably take the rebels by sur- prise, as they think we are al)ont used up and short of rations. Gen- eral Canby wrote me that he could send me 15, t)0() more re-enforce- ments in case Kirby Smith should move on this place. F. STEELE, Major- General Page 104 104 LOUISIANA AND TEE TEANS-MISSI8SIPfl. (Wa LIt Col. W. D. Gunir Pin Burn, An., September .8,1864. Aeeietwst Adjuimst6teaerui, Department of Arkwseua: A ma representing himseliI to be a British subject is just in froR Clarkeville, Tn. passed through Camden and Princeton. He says there is at Camden only the infantry left by Price, under corn- mad of Churchill. There is at Princeton Tappas infantry brigade. The brigade is a mere skeleton. Believes that Price and Pagan with 12,000 cavalry, have crossed the Arkansas abovt Little Rock. ike has a pass from Tappa to take him to Major-General Parsons command at Monticello. AU the rebels were to have left Monticeflo yesterday for Princeton. The general has been quits sick for three or four days. 1 send this by his direction. He wifl send an escort toward Monticello to-morrow. Very respectfully, your obedient servank~, AMBEB1~, Ffrat Lientewsaat wsd Acting Aeu(etmat A4jntat-Ge,sbraL. Capt C. H. Dnu, . I~EwxSnnG, September 8,1864. Meistant A4jvtatGegserai: The greater portion of the Government stores that were here are on flat-boa en route for Little Rock, Atthe Cadron one fiat-boat loaded with ten dayt rations for the command, also thirty wagons loaded with quartermasters stores, camp and garrison Qqui guarded by the Second Arkansas Infantry, the dismounted and fifty mounted men of the Third Arkansas Cavalry. This morning I sent scouts to Clinton, Dover, Russellville, and Norristown, and have here but a handful of men to keep up communication & c. If I send the force at the Cadron to Little Rock, as you suggest, I will be compelled to vacate this place. I cannot do that till my scouts return, which will lie on the 11th instant If you think it beetto send the force at the Cadron to Little Rocklwill dosoandrun the risk of getting out.LaMevening the Chippewa was fast in Vans Bar, and about Op. m. was attacked by forty guerrillas on north side of river. They were driven off by Col- onel Stephenson. Considerable flring by the pickets on Clinton road. pectihily, A.H. RYAN, (Copy to MAj. Gen. P. Steele.) (Jolone4 OommaesdAs,.. other dispatches from Ryan to Cr, of this date, see Part I, p~. Col. A. H. RYAN, LIT2~Lu Roar, An., September 8,1864. Iietiebnrg: You had better not keep any-heavy stores nor footmen at the Cadpon. I have three regiments at Austin and have ordered them to keep a sharp lookout toward Clinton, but you must also keep your scouts out toward Shelby. The enemy will either move off at once to Missouri or concentrate andcome at once to the railroad. E. A. CAUR, Brtadier-Gesser4 Obmma.sdiusg Page 105 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.IJNION. 105 LITTLE RocK, September 8, 18649.30 p. m. Colonel RYAN, 1& ewis~urg: Does the enemy show any signs of getting around the Cadron, between you and this place ~ E. A. CARP. Brigadier- General, Commanding. SAINT LOUIS M General A. J. SMITH, , 0., September 8 1864 Cairo, Ill.: General ilalleck telegraphs that you have General Grants orders to operate against Price and will confer with me. Come up and bring all the information you can. W. S. ROSECRAKS, Major- General. CAIRO, September 8, 1864. (Received 4 p. in.) Maj. Gen. H. W. HALLECK: I am here, and will wait the orders of Major-General Sherman. A. J. SMITH, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS DiSTRICT OP THE FRONTIER, Port Smith Ark Lient. Col. W. ID. GREEN, , ., September 8, 1864. Assistant Adjutant- General, Department of Arkansas: SIR: I have delayed sending down the detachment of the Third Wis- cousin Cavalry for the reason that I have had information that there, was a force of some 300 or 400 rebels, guerrillas, & c.,in the vicinity of Clarksville. The detachment is composed of 118 men, only about a dozen of them mounted. I regard it as unsafe for them to attempt it. As it will be necessary for them to have some little transportation, it is impracticable for them to go down on the sonth side of time river, on account of the streams between Dardanelle and Little Rock. I expect soon to reoccupy Clarksville. I will send the detachment down .jnst as soon as it is practicable. I send these dispatches and reports with an escort of fifty cavalry commanded by Lientenamit Phillips, and have to request that you will start it back as SOOR as possible. Very respectfully, JOHN M. TIJAYER, Brigadier- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF THE FRONTlER, Port Smith Ark Maj. Gen. F. STEELE, , ., September 8 1864 Commanding Department of Arkansas: SIR: This is the first time for the last three weeks that 1 conld sparc a ~ufflcient 111111113ev of cavalry to form a suitable escort to go to Littl Page 106 106 LOUISIANA AND THE TEAYS-MISSISSIPPI. (CELL ~ Book as I did not wish to risk the mail and reports without a stroug guar& . Since my last dispatch to you by the Alamo the main force of the enemy has remained in the vicinity of Biddeil Station, abbut sixty miles southwest of here, till within a few days past, when they moved in the direction of Penyvihl& Reports roach me from time to time that theywerewaiting there for re-enforcements and supplies, with the view to another attack upon this place, but their moving toward Pernyvifle would seem to indicate a demonstration against Gibson~if anywhere. I have sent six companies of infantry and 150 cavalry to Gibson, and if I find Cooper is still moving toward Gibson I shall re-enforce it so as to make it sufficiently strong. Cooper has been sending outraiding parties forthepurposeof annoying mytrains andhayingparties. Thoyattacked the Eleveath U. S. Colored, guardingthe hay cutters, some twelve miles above here, killing the surgeon and 1 private and wounding & The Eleventh completely repulsed them killing and wounding several of the enemy. The Arkansaa is forda6le at several points between here and Fort Gibson, which have to be watched. This service, together with escorting trains, keeps my cavalry, which is now very much reduced, constantly employed and overworked. To provide against the contingency7 so far as we are concerned, of a scarcity of supplies at Little Rock which might result from an interruption of your communi- cations on White River, C have sent all our available transportation to Fort Scott for supplies, as the stock can subsist upon grass on that route, while it lasts, and the forage that is raised on the route to Little Bock will thus be saved till there is occaston to send trains toLittle Rock. I intend to reoCcupy Clatksville as soon as the movements of the enemy will permit me to spare the force from here. I have manned the guns of the Second Indiana Battery, the men belonging to which went down on the Alamo (their term of service having expiredj with dismounted cavalry, but the horses are wholly unfit for Service, and have been turned in to the quartermaster. I cannot replace them. ~ inp~y, rig- SAINT LOUIS, Mo., September 8,1864. ia ma DIsnIOT ConaDns: Troops raised under Order 107 in your district and under your com- mand you will hold responsible, and cowardice or neglect of duty in not fighting guerrillas will be punished according to the nature and character of the offense, If any conipany refuses or neglects to fight bushwhackers it will be disgraced and the officers recommended for dismissaL W. S. ROSECRANS, Mqjor-Oeiser.L SAINT Loins, Mo., September 8,1864. Brigadier-General MONML, Roll., Ito.: Mr. William Diffebach, from Bourbon, Crawford County, nays he believes bushwhackers took the conty seat and stole a lot of horses there last Wednesday. He says the 107 Qider men dont seem to do Page 107 107 CORRESPONDENCE, ETO.UNION. much and nuts a company that will do something. Please inquire intotkematteradmnfusealittleufeintotheselo7Ordermen.. Be~ member they are under your orders and must report to you. W S. BOSEOBANS, Mqjor-Oe~swaL BuNT Louis, September 8 1864. General Buowx War~4aeburg: General Fisk is operating against. gaerrillas in Howard, Boon; & c., with columns of considerable strength converging upon ciacli other. It is hoped and expected that his movements will result in routing out a number of the rascals who may attempt to cross the river anywhere from Glasgow down. Advise the Fanny Ogden and let her cruise in accordance with this information. Is Cooper bounty in such con dition that loyal people can, return there? If so, hold the county to an immediate compliance with General Orders, No. 107. 0. D. GREENE Aeeietat A4jutat-Geserai ad 0kw of busj WAmIENSEURG, September 8,1864. Major-General BormouANs: The main body of guerrillas that have been in Cooper County have gone westin two parties. Therewere about 100 of them. Major Keilj, with six companies of theFourthEissouriState Militia, is muting the Blackwater and La Mine and Cooper County; 100 of the same regiment. from Jefferson City are muting in Moniteau County. There are small bodies of guerrillas on the line of La Fayette and Jackson Counties, but no confirmation of the report of a concentration in force. There is a report deemed reliable that about 150 Confederate recruits passed south through Cam County about the 1st Instant They did not inter- fere with the inhabitants and avoided all our posts and muting parties. E. B. BROWN, Brigsdier-OeseraL. C. HhADQUnTmxs DISTRICT OF CENTRAL MIssouRi, Varresebsrg, Mo., September 8,1864. Maj. Gen. W. S. BoSEORAN (Jom4. Dertusest o~tLe Minewi, BeAst Loe.Sn GRAL: I have the honor to report that in order to afford some protection to the eastern portion of the district, I have ordered M~jor Kelly with Ave companies of the Fourth Missouri State Militia, td move from ta Fayette County to the east, and after muting the Blackwater and La Mine River and Coo County to leave two companies of his command in Cooper and ren& esvous with the balance at Sedalis Lieu. tenant-Colonel Lasearwith ten companies of the First Missouri State Militia are.in La Fayette and Saline Counties. The detachments of the Seventh Missouri State Militia and section Company L, Second Missouri Volunteer Artillery on the Fanny Ogden (now on the way from Kansas City to GlasgowS, have been ordered to land at Losing- tpa and move to this post. The boat is ordered to Jefferson City, an Page 108 108 LOUISIANA AND TIlE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. IJII. on her arrival I intend to relieve her from duty, as but little good has been accomplished by the troops on board of her. Colonel Switzlers recruits for the Forty-fifth Regiment Missouri Volunteers have been moved to Sedalia. It will be necessary to make a detail for guards at the Osage and Gasconade bridges and for post guard at Jefferson City from the Forty-fifth in place of the One hundred and thirty-fifth [Illi- 11015], whose term of service has about expired. When the movements are completed the Seventh Missouri State Militia Cavalry and eight pieces of artillery Second Missouri Volunteer Artillery will be concen- trated here and guarding the railroad and country in Johnson and Pettis; the Second Colorado in Jackson arid Cass; ten companies First Missouri State Militia in La Fayette and Saline with two companies in Henry and Saint Clair; the Fourth Missouri State Militia recruits, Forty-fifth, and five companies of the Provisional aiid Enrolled Mis- souri Militia in the eastern part of the district. I do not think that we have cause to apprehend a concentration of guerrillas in force, and the stories of a large number of Shelbys men being in the distriet are not confirmed. The parties who were reported to be in Cooper County ten days since were Todds men, having been quiet for a time the better to accomplish their purposes of robbery and murder. They have now escaped to the west a Hills. , mid are by this time in their old haunts in the Sni I am, very truly, your obedient servant, E. 13. BROWN, Brigadier- General of Volunteers, Commanding. Major-General ROSECRANS, WARRENSIIURO, September 8, 1861. Saint Louis: With your approval I shall take the troops off the Fanny Ogden and relieve her from further service. The trooDs will be more effective on land. E. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General of Volunteers. Maj. HENRY SUESS, WARREN5BURG, September 8, 18$4. On Board Steamer Panny Ogden, Glasgow: Disembark your command opposite Glasgow and order them to move direct to this post. You will procee(l with the boat to JelThrson City and transfer the proceeds of the assessment, together with the prop- erty, to Capt. J. A. Green, assistant quartermaster, and report for orders by telegraph. By command of Brigadier-General Brown: J. H. STEGER, Assistant Adjutant- General. Maj. Gen. W. S. RO8EORANS, LEXiNGTON, September 8, 1864. Commanding ii~epartment of the Missouri, Saint Louis: DEAR SIR: Having been appointed by our Loyal Union League, of this city, to memorialize you oii a subject of vital interest to ourselves Page 109 ChAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 109 our families, and our loyal friends of La Fayette County, we do most humbly pray that this our petition may find favor with you. Sitice you have been appointed to this department our hopes and expecta- tions have been strengthened, looking forward to a brighter day when Union men could return to their homes and their business. In Gods holy name, dear general, let us not be disappointed. The appointment of General Pleasoiiton to this district was a guarantee to us that the policy of our Government had been changed in regard to dealings with traitors. The appointment of that officer, we do assure you, was accept- able to every loyal man. Your petitioners do sincerely regret to hear of his being taken from us. Our worthy and efficient friend, Colonel Lazear, now in the field, shall have our undivided sui)port. He is a good officer, and we believe will deal oat justice to all. We pray you to strengthen his hands and causehinuto arrest and banish from our county the families of bushwhackers and of those who are now in the rebel army. Their places have become the habitation of robbers and murderers, and every species of outlawry, and so long as they are permitted to remain a better state of things cannot be hoped for. These fiends of hell not only are daily seeking to destroy Union men, but are confiscating their scanty family supports; our bread and meat, our bedelothing, and even wearing apparel, as well as our money, our horses, aimd our cattle are all, all, taken with impunity. We, the loyal citizens, claim this country as our birthright, and should have our Government on our side to pro- tect and defend. In conclusion, we pray you to answer our petition and cause time de- testable nuisance to be taken from our county. The signet-s of this l)etition are each and every one pure and untarnished Union men; no copperheads, no pro-slavery Union meit, but the simon I)ure, and have been front the incipiency of the rebelliomi to the present moment, and are the only true supporters of the Uniou in this county. And we, your i)ctitioners, shall ever pray, & c. SAML. BREITENI3AUGII, W. H. BOWEN, Committee. F. COOLEY, President of Urtion League. S. F. CURRIE, CRISPER GRIEBER, Vice-Presidents of T nion League. W. H. BOWEX Secretary of Union League. THOMAS ADAMSON. CHARLES B. SCOTT, Treasurer of Union League. W. M. N. GREEN, ]Jfarsltal of Union League. [And forty-four others.1 KANSAS CITY, Mo., September 8, 1864. Major SMITH, Commanding, Independence: Sergeant Coy starts for the Blue, near Raytown, at daylight to- morrow with thirty-five men. You will send out a large party with the telegraph repairer to put up the line between your station an Page 110 110 LOIJISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. Pleasant Hill. Perhaps your force may be able to co-operate with Coy. Coys party wear no badges, but he will be mounted on his big gray horse, which all know. Send Sergeant Tibbits or an officer in charge. By order of Colonel Ford: R. S. ROE, Acting Assistant Adjutant- General. BOONYILLE, Mo., f3ejptember 8, 1864. Capt. J. H. STEGER, Assistant Adjutant- General: I have just arrived here with my train. Iflud the guerrillas in small bands. I have divided my men in small bands. Country in a perfect panic in consequence of the recent murders which have been committed in this country. - G. W. KELLY, Major Fourth Garairy. SAINT Louis, & ~ptember 8, 1864. General FISK: Let me hear of your progress in hunting guerrillas. J am not satis- fied with what is beiiig done in that quarter. General 1)[ouglass 1 is too slow and unenterprising; you must, therefore, give it your own at- tention and make secrecy and rapidity and the thorough study of the haunts the groundwork of your operations, or you must make it dan- gerous for them to travel. W. S. ROSECRANS, ill ajor- General. SAINT JoSEPH, September 8, 1864. (Received 10th.) Major-General ROSECRANS, Saint Louis: I have given my best attentio~m to the concentration an(l movement of reliable troops in the Boone and Ho~vard region, and they are now ready. rfhey move to-morrow morning front Glasgow, Keytesville, huntsville, La Fayette, Sturgeon, Mexico, Colmubia, and ought to hurt somebody. I shall keep them moving until that sectiomi is clealIe(l out thoroughly. I am well aware of the want of enterprise and prompt action in General D[ouglass]. lie is fiiithful over a few things, but not equal to the rulership over many. We shall soon have some good material in the officers of the new regiments. The work of organizing the five new regiments has not been a light one, amid it has required my constant personal attention. My best militia companies have entered the volunteer service, and they are just now at their regimental ren- dezvous being mustered, clothed, and armed. A very few days will make them effective. I go to Macon and Mexico to-night to give per- sonal attention to the movement of troops in Boone and Howard. Will see that all the bridges are properly guarded. CLD4TON B. FISK, Brigadier- (Ienera Page 111 CuAr. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 111 SAINT Louis, Mo., September 8, 1864. General FISK, Saint Joseph, lIfo.: The general commanding deems the safety of the Perruque bridge, on the North Missouri Railroad, of much importance, aiid directs that you at once take steps to have it guarded and stockaded, so that a smaljl force can hold the bridge against any force%f guerrillas. 0. D. GREENE, Assistant Adjutant-General and Chief of StatE. SAINT JOSEPH, September 8, 1864. CoT. 0. D. ~JREENE, Assistant A djutant- General: I understand by General Douglass that the bridges on the North Missouri Railroad are all guarded. I shall give them personal exam- ination to~inorrow. I will see that proper guards and stockades are provided. CLINTON B. FISK, Brigadier-General. SAiNT JOSEPH, Mo., September 8, 1864. Major-General ROSECRANS, Commanding Department of the Missouri: I have the honor to inquire if any of the 107 organizations of this district have been reported to you as cowardly or as having refused to fight bnshwhackers T CLINTON B. FISK, Brigadier- General. Not in your district. W. S. R[OSECRANS]. IIDQRs. THIRTY-FIFTh RE~T. ENROLLED MiSSOuiu MIL., Brunswick, Mo., September 8, 1861. General C. B. FISK, Liomdg. District of North ]Iiliissouri, Saint Joseph, ]Uio.: GENERAL: The dispositions of my force in accordance with your order has so weakened this post as to render its capture easy, and to meet the exigency I have issued the inclosed order, which I hope will meet your approbation. Captain Cunningham went on duty about noon, and now has his company nearly filled up to the miiiiinum, which ren- ders this post and the Government property here quite safe. I have information that 100 busliwhackers crossed the Missouri River into Carroll County and that squads of them have got in behind the expe- dition under Major King. Reliable information in my possession is to the effect that Jim Anderson with a large band crossed the Missouri River below here last night, and it may be him that recrossed into Carroll. The expedition of footmen directed in your order started out this morning and have reached their destination ere this. The river cannot be securely guarded, as it is very low and can be crossed at a great many l)laces. The bushmen have been very active in the last fe Page 112 112 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. days and have moved about with great rapidity, generally in small squads. Necessary arrangements have been made to 1)rotect the other posts in the county. The absence of Captain Stanleys company weak- ens my force very much, and should lie return it will enable me to co- operate with operations below or re-enforce the footmen, as circumstances may require. As at present situated 1 can do but little more than guard my posts. I furnished Major King fifty men, and but for the absence of his company could easily have furnished the total number required. Respectfully, your obedient servant, WM. E. MOBERLY, Colonel, Commanding. [Inclosure.] SPECiAL ORDERS, IIDQRS. 35TH REGT. ENROLLED Mo. MIL., No. 13. Brunswick, Mo., September 8, 1864. Capt. George W. Cunningham, Company A, Thirty-fifth Regiment Enrolled Missouri Militia, is hereby ordered on active duty temporarily. All persons enrolled in his company, and all other able-bodied citizens in the city of Brunswick and vicinity, will report to him for duty immediately. All business houses and other places of business will be entirely suspended for one week from this date, or nutil the exigencies of the case may render such suspension unnecessary. By order of Col. William E. Moberly: CHAS. A. WINSLOW, Captain and Adjutant. SAmN~r LOUIS, Mo., ASeptember 8, 1864. Colonel MATTHEWS, ASturgeon, Mio.: You can make the exchanges you speak of, in this way and no other: If the guerrillas will unconditionally release the prisoner you can pledge your honor that the gucirilla you hold shall be turned loose and allowed a certain length of time to get out of the way. But noth- ing whatever can be put in writing in connection with the matter of the exchange, as it would be grounds for the rebels to claim that we had recognized guerrillas and partisans and outlaws as prisoners of war. Aimy arrangement must rest upon your verbal word of honor. 0. ft GREKNE, Assistant Adjutant- tilencral and Chief of Staff. CAMP ON l)RY CREEK, September 8, 1864. .Maj. S. S. CURTIS: Trains are passing through from Leavenworth from Kearny to Den- ver and Salt Lake. Escorts are not needed. Have explored up Beaver and Republican to a point on Cottonwood. No buffalo about here, and very few Indians. Am moving eastward. S. R. CURTIS, Major- & ~enera1 Page 113 CRAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 113 WASHINGTON, September 9, 186410.30 a. rn. Lieutenant-General GRANT, City Point, Va.: Sherman consents to Smith going west, and he has halted at Cairo. I have directed him to prepare his command for immediate operations, and to telegraph what line he proposes to operate on. The question seems to be between his landing at Cape Girardeau and returning to join Mower on the White River. Please signify your wishes on this point. H. W. HALLECK, Major- General and Chief of Staff. CITY POINT, VA., September 9, 186412 m. Major-General HALLECK, Chief of Staff: I do not know enough of Prices strength and position to say posi- tively what course A. J. Smith should pursue. As a rule, it is generally advisable to keep troops together to insure full effect, but if Price is n6w moving north it would be advisable that Smith should head and hold him until the troops in the rear can get up. It probably will be best to give A. J. Smith the i)roblelu of catching Price and let him work it out in his own way. U. S. GRANT, Lieutenant- General. GENERAL ORDERS, ~ TIDQRS. MIL. DIV. OF WEST MISSISSIPPI, No. 46. New Orleans, La., September 9, 1864. The following act of Congress, being an extract from War Department General Orders, No. 2~31, dated Adjutant-Generals Office, Washington, July 18, 1864, is hereby published for ocueral information: * * * * * * * II. PUBLICNO. 184. AN ACT to provide for the snore speedy punishment of guerrilla marauders, and for other purposes. Bc it enacted by the Senate and House of Bepresentativcs of the United States of America in Congress assernbted, That the provisions of the twenty-first section of an act en- titled An act for enrolling als(l calling out the national forces, and for other pur- poses, approved 3d March, 1863, shall apply as well to thc sentences of military commissions as to those of courts-martial, and hcrcaftcr the conimanding general in the held, or the commander of the department, as the case may be, shall have power to carry into execution all sentences against guerrilla marauders for robbery, arson, l)Hrglary, rape, assault with intent to commit rape, and for violations of the laws an(l customs of war, as well as sentences against spies, mutineers, deserters, and murderers. SEC. 2. And be it further enacted, That every officer authorized to order a general court-martial shall have power to pardon or mitigate any punishusent ordered by such court, including that of confinement in the penitentiary, except the sentence of death or of cashiering or dismissing an officer, which sentences it shall be competent, during the continuance of the present rebellion, for the general comumanding the army in the field, or the department comusander, as the case ~may be, to remit or mit- igate; and the fifth section of the act approved July 17, 1862, chapter 201, be, and the same is hereby, repealed, so far as it relates to sentences of imprisonment in the penitentiary. 8 R RVOL XLI, PT 11 Page 114 114 LOUISIANA AND TIlE TRANS-MiSSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. SEC. 3. And be it further enacted, That when a soldier sick in hospital shall have been discharged or shall be discharged from the military service, but shall be unable to leave or avail himself of his discharge, in consequence of sickness or wounds, and shall subsequently die in such hospital, he shall be cJcemed to have died in the military service, so far as relates to bounties. Approved July 2, 156{. By order of the Secretary of War: E. D. TOWNSEND, Assistant Adjutant- General. By order of Maj. Gen. E. B. S. Cauby: C. T. CHIIISTENSEN, Major and Assistant Adjutant- General. SPECIAL ORDERS, HDQRS. MIL. DIV. OF WEST MISSISSIPPI, No. 123. New Orleans, La., September 9, 1864. * * * * * * 7. The commanding officer Thirty-eighth Iowa Volunteer Infantry having reported his command at these headquarters, in compliance with paragraph 8, Special Orders, ~ o. 115, wiLl report for orders to Major Gdlleral Banks, commanding Department of the Gulf. * * * * * * * By order of Maj. Gen. E. B. S. Canby: C. T. CHIIISTENSEN, ]liliajor and Assistant Adjutant- General. GENERAL ORDERS, ~ IIDQRS. DEPARTMENT OF THE GULF, No. 124. New Orleans, September 9, 1864. The exigencies of the local government require that process for the collection of taxes should be summary. A tax is a coutribntion re- quired from the citizens by the government established for the protec- tion of all, and without which contribution it could not be supl)orted. Its speedy collection is indispensable to the success of the government and the prosperity of the people. It is deemed most equitable to en- force the payment of the taxes fixed according to the assessment rolls, the legal and heretofore invariable manner of assessing the taxes due to the city. Therefore, first. The treasurer of the city of New Orleans is ordered to deliver to the city attorney, for collection, all the unpaid tax receipts and licenses for the years 1861, 18(32, and 1863. The said receipts being stamped Published according to ~ shall be considered correct, and it shall be the duty of any of the district courts to enter, upon the motion of the city attorney, at any time, and for which purpose the court shall be considered open all the year, the proper judgment, with interest, attorneys commissions at the rate fixed by law, and costs; which judgment shall, on its rendition, be signed and become final, and shall not be stayed by a suspensive appeal oi~ otherwise. But the defendant, after satisfying it, may take an appeal, or he may sue for the recovery of the amount paid, and if it be decided that the tax or license was illegally collected, the city shall refund it: Provided, the remedy given the city by this order for the collection o Page 115 Cw& r. LIII.] 115 CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. taxes and licenses shall be cumulative of the remedy given said city for the collection of the same by the statutes of this State, and said city shall have the right to make use of either or both of said remedies at its discretion. Third. it is ordered that execution issue, on motion of the city attor- ney, upon all judgments not affecting property in the I)ossession of the United States or held for military purposes rendered in favor of the city of New Orleans for taxes and licenses, which are now suspended by injunction or suspensive al)peal, and that the appeal be considered devolutive. By virtue of any execution or other writ for taxes and licenses, the property of the judgment debtor, whether it be or not be that for which the taxes and licenses are due, may be seized and sold. By command of Major-General Banks: GEORGE B. DRAKE, A ssistant Adjutant- General. J{EADQUARTERS DEFENSES OF NE sv ORLEANS, Brig. Gen. i~. A. CA~IERoN, New Orleans, & ptember 9, 1864. Commanding La Pourehe District: The general commanding directs that a special report be m de of the affair at Gentillys plantation. He directs me to say that in all su~ch cases a special report should be promptly made by the officer in coin- inand and transmitted with your remarks. Tire report should be in detail, describing how the attack was made, the position of our guards and vedettes at the time of the attack, in what manner resisted, the num- ber captured by the enemy, killed, and wounded, and, in short, a coin- l)lcte history of the affair. All the information received here consists of several short telegrams. Your telegraphic report of to-day is received.* If you believe that the raiders who attacked Labadieville last night are citizens of the country this side of Grand River your attention is (lirected to an examination into the matter. All persons in the country who have not taken the oath of allegiance or who have fire-arms in their possession against orders, should be at once arrested and sent to New Orleans to be disposed of according to the circumstances of the case. I am, sir, respectfully, FREDERIC SPEED, Assistant Adjutant-General. HEADQUARTERS NINETEENTH ARMY CORPS, New Orleans, La., 4eptember 9, 1864. Maj. GEORGE B. DRAKE, Assistant A djntant-General, llidqrs. Department of the Gulf: MAJOR: in reply to your communication of this date as to date of departure of last troops sent from this command to the Army & f the Potomac, I have the honor to state that the last regiment (the Eighth Indiana Veteran Volunteers) sailed from this city on the 22d day of July, i864, see Special Orders, No. 4, headquarters U. S. Forces, & c. Since that date about i,500 men (detachments) have been forwarded to their regiments. Very respectfully, J. J. REYNOLDS, Major- General, Commanding. See Part I, p. 747 Page 116 116 LOUI8JANA AND THE TRANS-MISSI~SIPPJ. [CHAP. LIII. BATON ROUGE, September 9, 18G4. (Received 12.30 p. In.) Major-General CANnY: General Dick Taylor arid staff crossed the river on Saturday last; was at Clinton the following day. J{e has assumed command of the de- l)artment, vice General Maury, relieved. has headquarters at Meridian. Brigadier-General lodge commands the (listrict back of here in place of Colonel Scott, relieved. The rebels admit very heavy losses at Atlanta, but do not give l)articulars. A rumor is current outside of the lines that Petersburg has shared the fate of Atlanta. Respectfully, F. J. iIFRRO~, Major- General. LITTLE ROCK Maj. Gen. E. R. S. CANnY: , AnK., September 9 18G4. The rebel cavalry, or at least three brigades of them, have crossed at Dardanelle. Price and Fagau are both preseut with this command. Cabells brigade and some (lismounted men were sent to attack Lewisburg. A scouting I)alty under Lieutenant-Colonel Fuller, of the Third Arkansas Cavalry, fell in with them and had a skirmish. All th~ public property at Lewisburg was sent this side of the Cadron three days ago, and the garrison is now falling back on this place, it beimig mi- practicable to keep sufficient force there to resist Price & Co. Shelby is near Batesyille. lie yesterday sent a flag of truce to our outpost at Austiii with some wounded officers of ours whom he said needed care and treatment which he could not possibly give them. He informed me that he had paroled 453 officers and men of ours and sent them to Missouri under escort. lie has tried to get inc to agree to parole pris- oners, but I have not sanctioned it, excel)t iii eases of wonnded officers and men who would probably have lost their lives if it had not beeii done. I have no doubt but that Price intended to come on to the line of railroad in the rear of this place. When lie hears of our re-enforce- memits I do not know what course lie will take. lIe has about teti (lays rations, and I presume has laid his pontoon at Dardaiielle. He may get Shelby amid go south. They always run out of our way when we pursue them with anything like an equal force. I shall pursue them whichever way they go, and may perhaps develop Kirby Smiths plans. F. STEELE, Major- General. [indorMernent.] Send copy to General Rosecrans and say that General Steele has been re-enforced and will be able to follow up if they should attempt to in- vade Missouri. GENERAL ORDERS, UDQRS. FIRST DIV., 7TH ARMY CoRPS, No. 37. Little Rock, Ark., September 9, 1864. Brig. Gen. C. Bussey having received a leave of absence, the under- signed hereby assumes command of the First Division, Seventh Army Corps, by virtue of seniority. AI)OL P11 ENGELMANK, Colonel Forty-third Illinois Infrntry, Commanding Divi8ion. Page 117 CJLAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 117 HDQRS. SECOND DIVISION, SEVENTH ARMY CORPS, Derails Bluff, September 9, 18647 a. m. Maj. Gen. F. STEELE, Little Rock: The detachment of Sixty-first Illinois with its teams and the teams of Twelfth Michigan marched for Brownsville yesterday morning. All the infantry I have left are eight companies of the Twelfth Michigan, which are ready to go aboard the cars as soon as I have any infantry to relieve them. Two companies of the Twelfth Michigan have been for some, time guarding the railroad from seven to nine miles out. C. C. ANI)REWS, Brigadier- General. PALARM BRIDOE, September 9, iS64. (Received 9 p. in.) Brig. Gen. E. A. CARR: At 3 oclock this morning I learned that Shelby was on the march to intercept us between the Cadron and Palarm, while General Stevenson on south side of river was to prevent our crossing and assist Shelby. By a forced march I have succeeded in getting everythi a g here in safety. Price was in Dover yesterday. Fagan crossing at Dardanelle last evening. Captain Tnrner, who was near Norristown, reports the enemy as 1S,(iOO strong, IS pieces of artillery, and 300 wtoons. I think it rather strong. Captain Clear is reported to liax e 111(1 ~ hoht yesterday with 300 rebels at Potts, eight miles from Rnssellvmlle The courier I sent to recall him did not reach him; lie was emit oft I hcard from him this morning; he was then near Lcwisbnrg and ~x ill probably be in to-morrow. Fifty rebels crossed at Galla Rock last evening. Shortly after our leaving Lewisbnrg a rebel regiment eutti ed the place, report says carrying a black flag. The men and animals are completely worn out. Shall 1 stay out here, or move into the Rock? A portion of the Ninth Kansas Cavalry is here. A. H. RYAN, Colonel, Commanding. Maj. Gen. E. It. S. CANBY: MEIVIPIILS, September 9, 1864. GENERAL: Since my last I have nothing to communicate. Nothing further from Arkansas at all definite. Infrinrmation from General Steele as late as the 4th was to the effect that Price, with a large mounted force, was south of the Saline River. Reports from other sources are to tIme effect that Price had crossed the Arkansas and was 1)roceeding toward Missouri. I have sent scouts toward Jacksonport, amid hope soon to have more reliable information in regard to this Missouri move. My advices from Little Rock are very meager and nnsatisfactory. I am, general, your obedment servant, C. C. WASIIBURK, Major- General. WASHINGTON D Maj. Gen. A. J. SMITH, , . C., September 9, 1864. Cairo: You will prepare your command to immediately take the held west of the Mississippi against Price~ & Co. General R osecrans suggests tha Page 118 118 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MiSSISSIPPI. (CHAP. LIII. you move from Cape Girardeau, but it seems to inc that if the enemy is on White River it will be better for you to unite with Mower and Steele, in his rear. Advise with such bfficers as you can and telegraph me your opinion. In the meantime I will consult General Grants wishes. II. W. HALLECK, Major- General and Chief of Staff. CIRCULAR.] HDQRS. FIRST Div., SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Devalls Biujj Ark., September 9, 1864. The troops of this division will, as soon as disembarked, move out ou the Brownsville road to some flivorable ground beyond and in the vicinity of the present encampments, bivouac, and hold themselves in readiness to move to Brownsville. The men will be instructed to fill their canteens before leaving the river. By order of Maj. Gen. Joseph A. Mower: J. B. SAMPLE, Assistant Adjutant- General. SAINT Louis, Mo., September 9, 1864. Major-General HALLECK, Chief of Staff: I would like Maj. Gen. A. J. Smith to come here for a conference, and, if General Sherman is not pressed for his services, would suggest, as a saving of expenses and for benefit of his command, that they disembark and go into camp at Girardean. Two weeks will put the new reginients being raised here into the field. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. GENERAL ORDERS, HDQRS. DEPARTMENT OP THE MISSOURI, No. 1135. Saint Louis, Mo., September 9, 1864. To obtain an equitable basis upon which to make an assessment upon the underwriters of this city for the purpose of building or pur- chasing a tow boat, as required in General Orders, No. 119, current series, from these headquarters, a return under oath, is hereby required from the proper officer of each insurance company of this city, and from the agents of all other insnraiice companies having recognized agen- cies in the city, of one-half of all hull premiums net; of one-third of all cargo premiums, net; and one-sixth of all fire premiums, net~ the returns to be based upon the net receipts for the six months ending on the :30th of June, 1864. The returns will be made, with the least prac- ticable delay, to Capt. George W. Ford, milita~ry harbormaster, and by him consolidated and forwarded to these headquarters for further orders, determining the amount to be assessed upon each company and agency. By command of Major-General Rosecrans: 0. D. GREENE, Assistant A-~ntant-General and Chief of Staff Page 119 (~uAr. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCY2 ETC.UNION. 119 SAINT Louis, September 9, 1864. Brigadier-General BROWN: See that thorough preparations are made for the reception of any bushwhackers who may visit you from Boone and Howard and other parts north of the river. Judge Thompson reports terrorizing oper- ations in Saline, which deserve attention. W. S. ROSECRANS, M(90r- General. WARIIENSEIJRG, September 9, 1864. M~. 0. D. GREENE, Assistant Adjutant- General and Chief of Staff: The Fanny Ogden will be at Glasgow by to-morrow. Will direct Major Suess to eo-ol)erate with General Fisk. The guerrillas have left Cooper County, so that loyal citizens can return. Four companies have been organized under Order 107 in that vicinity. E. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS, Warrensburg, September 9, 1864. Maj. HENRY SuEss, On Board Steamer Fanny Ogden, Glasgow: The following received from department headquarters last night: General Fisk is operating against guerrillas in Howard and Boone, & c., with columns of considerable strength converging upon each other. It is hoped and to be expected that his movements will result in routing out a number of the rascals who may attempt to cross the river anywhere from Glasgow down. 0. D. GREENE, Assistant Adjutant-General and Chief of Staff. The order directing that you disembark your command is hereby annulled. You will act in accordance with the above information. By command of Brigadier-General Brown: J. II. STEGER, Assistant Adjutant- General. KNOBNOSTER, September 9, 1864. Brigadier-General BROWN: About sixty rebels passed fifteen miles north of here yesterday, going east. Commander not known. W. E. CHESTER. WARRENSBURG, September 9, 1864. COMMANDING OFFICER, ~Sedalia: Sixty rebels passed fifteen miles north of Knobuoster, going east, yesterday. Send a force north on Blackwater and find out their move- ments, and fight them if possible. E. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General of Volunteers Page 120 120 LOUI8TANA Afl THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPL (Qua LIZ LEXINGTON, Mo., September 9, 1864. I4jor-General Bosuonws, Cosustwsdks, Depmtusest of the M(eeeuri: GENnAL: The change of commanders made a few weeks ago gave confidence and securi to every loyal Union man in the district so much so that in some places public meetings were held and resolutions of thanks were unammously p used, but unfortunately for us, and unfortunately for the welfare of the loyal Union men in this district~ am well as the best interests of our suffering country, the men so lately removed and so long tried ad always found wanting, timid, and heAl- cientare senthackupon us, which has a tendency to and will crush our budding hopes of brighter days. Excuse us, general, for maying what we honestly believe. The replacing of General E.B. Brown in com- mand of this district is pregnant with evil and altogether objectionable to every loyal mali in. the district Now, as formerly, when he held command, we ma expect a useless concentration of newly all the effective military force of the district around the generals headquar- ters, ostensibly to guard Government stores, but really, as is generally believed to guard his own person, while all other parts of the district were left to the mercyofbushwhaokers. Thisisatruth as plain the light of day. Now, sfr, if General Brown is to command in this dis- tric4 with that personification of timid inefficiency, James MePerran, to carry out his orders, the few loyal men still remaining here had better leave for another State atthe sacrifice of their dearestrights. The time is new at hand when every nerve will be strained, as was the case last yew under the same men, to obtain rebel votes for Copperhead candi- dates. Now, general, to you, in the name of all that is dear to us, and in the name of our sons and our brothers, who nobly fought under. you at Stones River and Chickamauga,and subsequently under General Grant at Mission Ridge and Lookout Mountain, and lastly under General Sherman at A we say, in the name of these heroes, and in the name of Union and liberty we ask, ma we pray2 you to avert from us the impending doom of anarchy and ruin which now like a dark and portentous cloud hangs over the loyal men of our dew country, by removing from the command of this district General E. B. Brown and CoL James MePerran, and restore to us General Pleason- ton and Lieutenant-Colonel Lasear, or any other good and efficient commanders. And your petitioners will ever pray & c. GEORGE ZEILER. SAML. BJIEITEKBAUGH. P. COOLS?!, Surgeet [And 118 others.J Burr Louis, Mo., September 9,1864. Brigadier-General Fs, Saint Joseph, lie.: None of the 107 companies of your district have been reported for cowardice or refusing to fight bushwhaokers. 0. D. GREEfl Assisted A4juttg.t4lemerai and Chief of hia Page 121 .9 (hay. LULJ OORnSPONDENOII, ETO.IJETON. I~21 SAnIT Louts, Mo., September 9,1864. Brigadier-General FISK, BeAst Joseph, Mo.: General Brown telegraphs that steamer Fanny. Ogden will be at Glasgow to-morrow and that he will direct Major Sums to co-ope?ate with you. W. S. BOSEOBANS, Jfjor-GeuseraL SnzT Loins, Mo., September 9,1864. Brigadier-General Fisx, & sMt Joseph, Mo.: What have, you from Boone and a4joining contyt The Fanny Ogden, with 100 men, will be at Glasgow to-night to co-operate with your forces. W. S. BOSEOBANS, Mqjor.OeseraL Itacow, Mo., September 9~1864. Major-General Bosuoms: (~1v(~El 10th.) I go over the North Missouri line to-day, stopping at Mexico and Warrenton. The troops are all moving, and I hope to give you a good report CLINTON B~ FISK, BflgsdAer-OeseraL Major-General Bosuonxs: ~ Sep , 1864. The troops a~e all on the move. Have had two small fights with the guerrillas. Have recaptured a part of the horses stolen from freight train at Cpntralia. I go to Warrenton to-night. The We- graph line has been, badly damaged between Benlok and Allen. I. shall put it in working order to-morrow morning. Dispatches to and from your headquarters have been delayed in consequence of the break. Colonel Wilber received his a~ins this morning. He wifi muM- ter six companies to-morrow morning. Shall send him into the brush immediately. Nearly all the citizens of this and surrounding counties are either bushwhacking or aiding in this work of humanity. CLINTON B. FISK, Bripdier-Oeiser.L General FISK: GLAsGow, September 9,1864. Major King left Glasgow on the night of the 8th instant. He en- camped same night about eight miles northeast ou the Chariton. Last night he encamped at Boanoke, twelve miles from here. He was to be at Fayette at.1 eclock to-day. We have not been able to co-cper~te with him on account of a demand for a heavy escorttorepair telegraph lines both east and south of this place. CHARLES PARKER, S 0apt.i~., OommasMssg Pot Page 122 122 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LulL PAGLA, KANS., September 9, 1SGL Lieutenant-Colonel PLUMB, Olathe: Information received from Colonel Ford places an organization of 3(10 bushwhackers three miles south of Pleasant Hill, on the Harrison- ville road. His forces are unable to cope with them aiid he requests that we be ou the alert. Notify your command and be ready. T. MOONLIGHT, Colonel. EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT, C OLORADO TERRITORY, Denver, September 9, 18G4. Col. J. M. CHIYINGTON, Commanding District of Colorado: SIR: I inclose copy of extract from a letter received yesterday from Maj. S. G. Colley, U. S. Indian agent at the Upper Arkansas Agency, in relation to the exposed condition of the crops and Government property at that place. If compatible with the public service, I request that a sufficient force be stationed at that point for the protection of the same. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, JNO. EVANS, Governor of Colorado Territory. [Inclosure.] Extract from a letter from Major Colley, U. S. Indian agent, dated Fort Lyon, Cob. Ter., September 2, 1864, directed to Governor Evans, ex-officio superintendent of Indian affairs: There is some ~20,000 worth of crops at the agency which have been left unprotected, the persons employed there having all ided to this post. II requested Major Wynkoop, commanding this post, to send a sufficient military force to that place to protect the people and prop- erty, but he has not the troops to spare. If troops are not stationed there soon the whole crop will be destroyed by the IndIans. Please confer with Colonel Chivingtou regarding it, and, if possible, get some troops ordered to that place. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE NORTHWEST, ]Ifilwankee, Wis., September 9, 1864. Hon. C. A. DANA, Assistant Secretary of War, Washington, D. C.: SIR: I have the honor to acknowledge the receipt of copies of letters from Governor Edmnonds and others setting forth the abuse of their trading licenses with Indians of Charles Chouteau and others having trading posts among the Indians in this department. Copies of these, papers, with your indorsement thereon, have been sent to General Sully, who has beemi ordered to examine into the offenses alleged and to take such action as the War Department dir& ts. It is not improper for me to state that the abuses specified, as well as others of a character equall Page 123 123 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. serious, have been knowu to me for some time and have bug required correction. They arise from a defective system iu authorizing trading with Indians, and can only be reached by a reform of the system. It is hardly worth while to discharge or dismiss a few individuals, who may from time to time be actually detected in the commission of such abuses, when their places can and will be readily supplied by others, perhaps in partnership with the dismissed offenders, who will simply carry on the same system of fraud and wrong until they are also detected and replaced by persons of the same fraternity. All the results which snch persons desire will be accomplished, however frequent the dis- missals and changes. A change in the system of legalized In(lian trad- ing is needed to put a stop to such abuses, and this change must be so established that all Indian traders or other white men in the Indian country shall conic directly under the supervision of the military author- ities, who shall not only specify and enforce the manner in which trade with Indians shall be carried on, but the articles to be 801(1 amid the prices paid and asked. In this connection I inclose to you a letter which I addressed to General ilalleck covering a code of rules for reg- uhating trade with Indians in this department, as also a copy of the general order establishing these rules, which I asked the authority of the War IDepartment to pnbhish and enforce. It was not at the time thought judicious to authorize the issue and enforcenment of these rules, but I again invite attention to them, as they specify the only means known to me to put a stop to the constant repetition of the abuses complained of. Of course the enforcement of such rules, requiring as they d~ fair dealings with the Indians, will create a great outcry among the Indian traders, wimo have becim long accustomed to plunder and wrong Indians and to create Indian trou- bles at their pleasure, as also among Imudian agents and other parties more alive to their own personal profit than to the interests of the Gov- eminent; but it is impossible to correct even the most glaring abuses, involving so many persons and carried on so long unreproved and unmolested, without creating outcry amid opposition, as well as gross personal abuse and muisrepresentatiomi. That you mnay see how wide- spread is this feeling against the present systemn of Indian trading and tIme danger to the white settlements consequent thereon, I immelose also letters just sent me concerning the Chippewas of Minnesota and North- western Wisconsin. I think some speedy amid decided action ought at once to be taken to remodel our whole Indian policy. I addressed the Secretary of War on this subject on the 6th of February last,* setting forth my views on the question and offering suggestions, dictated by long and varied experience on the frontier, where I had time opportnnity to see the practical workimig of the system (or want of system) pursued toward the Indians. It is a fact, and one not very creditable to our legislation, to our humanity, that up to the beginning of time rebellion against the Government the whole of our small army was scattered to remote frontier stations and subjected to hardship and privation, neither understood nor appreciated, for the sole purpose of counteract- ing the effect of our Indian system amid of protecting emigrants and settlers from the natural consequences of a policy which has done little else than wrong and exasperate the Indian. I trust sincerely that the Secretary of War will take such action or urge such measures upon Congress at the coming session as will at least call the attention of our * See Vol. XXXIV, Part II, p. 259 Page 124 124 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISStSSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. legislatofs to the necessity of revising a system so prolific of wrong to the Indian, danger to emigration and to frontier settlements, and injury to the best interests of the Government and of humanity. Whilst I by no means assume that my letter to the Secretary of War of February 6, 1864, embodies the best niode of dealing with the Indians, I think it will be found to contain a fair statement of the evils of our present In- dian policy, and some suggestions as to a modification of it, which point out at least its most objectionable fratures. I am, sir, respectfully, your obedient servant, JOHN POPE, Major- General, Commanding. [Indosure No. 1.1 HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE NORTHWEST, ililiilwaukee, Wis., May ii, idGI. Maj. Gen. H. W. HALLECK, Chief of Staff of the Army, Washington, D. C.: GENERAL: I have the honor to transmit inclosed a system of trade regulations which I desire to establish in this department, and, for the purpose, the approval of the President is necessary to avoid conflicts with other departments of the Government. I need not poi ut out to you tIme necessity of some such regniations to restrain Indian traders and to compel them in all transactions with Indians to observe the same rules of tra(le and the same fur l)rices, both of tlmeir own and the Indians goods, which they are required to observe in such transactions with white men. Neither nei~d I informn you that the opposite practice on the part of traders, who, under present regulations, are wimohly uncontrolled and irresponsible, has been tIme occasmon of that constant irritation and wrong to the Indian which so often breaks oat in hostili- ties. It is mny purpose hereafter to treat all Indians in this department who have in any way l)een concerned, (hireetly or indirectly, in Imostihities, as prisoners, under the sole charge and supervision of the military authorities. Without in any way restraining their liberty to roam about the country and subsist them selves by hunting, as in times past, it is my purpose to offer them every inducement, by kind treatment, protection, and fair dealing in trade, to make their permamment encamp- inents in the vicinity of the military posts, where the troops can directly overlook and control theim I Imave little doubt of success in these pur- poses, if not interfered with, and tlmese trade regulations are drawn up with the view of accomplishing so desirable a result. Traders now are irresponsible, and it is not (hihelilt, and, as I understand, not iincomu- inon, for Indians who commit hostilities in one part of the country to resort to trading posts in ammother part to purchase ammnuimition, sup- plies, & c., to carry on hostilities. It is essential to any satisfactory results that trading posts arfd traders should be subject to time super- vision of the military authorities to the extent specified in time inclosed code of rules. It is altogether unnecessary to explain these regulations to you in detail, or to set forth the results likely to follow time application of them in this department, but if they meet your approval, amid that of time Secretary of War, I have the honor to request tlmat the approval of the President be iTl(lorsed upon them and that they be returned to me, I am, general, very respectfully, your obedient servant, JOHN POPE, Major- General, Commanding Page 125 CHAP. LIII] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 125 [Sub-iiiclosure.] GENERAL ORDERS, ~ UDQRS. DEPT. OF THE NORTHWEST, No. . 5 Milwaukee, Wis., ) 1864. The following rules regulating trade with the Indian tribes are pub- lisheci for the information of all concerned, and will be strictly enforced by all military commanders in the Indian country within the limits of this military department: I. All peimits to trade with Indians are hereby revoked, and here- after any person desiring to carry on trade with Indians must first pro- cure written authority front the War Departmneimt. II. A copy of this authority, ~)roJ)erly certified nuder oath, will be furnished by the party holding it to the commanding officer of the mili- tary district in which it is proposed to establish trading posts, accoma- 1)aflied by a bond giving satisfactory secnrity that the trade regulations herein set forth will be strictly complied with. III. The district commander will designate the points at which trad- iiig posts shall be established nll(ler these permits, which shall in all cases be located in the immediate vicinity of some military post. While the trader shall have authority- to notify by messenger or otherwise all Indians with whom lie proposes to tra(le, yet 110 traffic of any kind with Indians shall be carried on at any points or in any l)laces except the regularly established trading posts. IV. Every trader shall furiiish to the commander of the military dis- trict iii which his post is located, as also to the coinminiding officer of the nearest military post, a copy of the invoices of his goo(ls, with origi- nal prices attached certified under oath, which certified invoices will be turned over to the council of administration of the post. V. The council of administration will thereupon fix a tariff of prices in the same maniier required for sutlers goods, and will cause a written or prin ted COI)Y of this tariff of l)rices to be exhibited pill)licly iii some con5picnou5 place in the office of the adjutant of the post and in the store-house of the trader, who will contine himself strictly to it in his dealings ~x ith Indians. A copy of this schedule of prices, with any changes ~x finch may be made from time to time, will be forwarded to the inspector oenerd of the department awl of the (listrict. VI. f lie umun il of administration will also front the best information they can obtdmn fix a fur and reasonable price upon all firs or other articles offemcd by Indians for barter, and the traders shall be hound in their dealnws with the Indians to conform carefully to tIme prices thus estabhin si ie(l VIl Th( melril)ers of the council of administration shall be sworn to have no interest, direct o indirect., in Indian trade or with Indian tra(lers, and to receive front them 110 consideration and no pre~ ent of any description. VIII. No money will be paid to Indians under any circumstances whatever, but traffic shall be confined exclusively to goods, provisiom a limited amount of ammunition, and such other articles as may be necessary or nsefnl to Indians. The sale or the possession of wines or other spiritnons liquors of any description by Indian traders is posi- tively prohibited. IX. With the exception of Indian traders furnished with authority of the War Department, and timeir properly authorized clerks amid cm- ploy6s, subjectii~g themselves to the provisions of these regulations, no white men will be permitted to comime into the lndian country, excep Page 126 [CHAP. LIII. 126 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. emigrants on their way to the mines or to the Territories or States west of Dakota, and such emigrants are positively prohibited from engaging in any traffic with Indians. X. The Indians shall at all times have thc right to examine the tariff of prices tixed upon their own and the traders goods, and the post commanders will cause the schedule of prices to be explained to the Indians by an interpreter, whether demanded by theni or not. Their rights, under these regulations, will be carefully explained to them by the post commanders, and the Indians will be advised and requested to make known to the military authorities at once any infraction of these rules. XI. Any Indian trader who violates these regulations shall be arrested and confined by the military commander of the nearest post, who will close his store and place a guard over his goods, which will be disposed of as thereafter shall be directed. The trader shall be held in confinenient until ~his case be acted on by the War Department. Aiiy other white man or half-breed who is detected trading with In- dians shall be nrrested and sent out of the Indian country and his goods confiscated to the use of the Indians. XII. Sutlers at all military posts shall be permitted to trade with the Indians in accordance with the regulations herein established. XIII. Should any hostilities with Indians occur the district com- mander will immediately cause all trading posts in reach of hostile In- dia~is to be at once closed and all trade suspended until quiet is restored. XIV. The necessity of these regulations in securing peace with the Indians by making it clear to them that they will be dealt with fairly and kindly, in encouraging them to locate their permanent homes in the immediate vicinity and under the supervision ot military posts, aimd in restraining all irresponsible persons who might wrong or plunder them or in any other way create difficulties with them is so manifest that it is believed that all well-disposed persons will cheerfully comply with them. XV. The commanders of military districts an(i posts are directed to furnish every possible aid to missionaries 6r other religious instructors who desire to have intercourse with Indians for humane purposes. It is expected that all officers and soldiers in this department will at all times treat such persons with respect and kindness and extend to them all assistance at their command in tbe discharge of a duty so full of benefit to the Indian and of such advantage to the best interests of the Government. XVI. The commander of each military post in this department is charged with the enforcement of these regulations. He will ]nake, or cause to be made, such frequent inspection and examination as will prevent any violation of them, or detect such violation at the earliest moment. He will be held responsible in all respects that these regu- latioiis are enforced in strict accordance with their terms. By command of Major.General Pope: J. F. MELIKE, Acting Assistamt Adjutant- General. [Inclosure No. 2.] WILITEWATER, WIS., August 16, 1864. General H. Z. MITCHELL: DEAR SIR: I have just been reading in the Chicago Tribune of August 15 about the combination of all the Western tribes of Indians in order to get up and carry on a general Indian war against the whites Page 127 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION~ 127 Dear general, no doubt that there is many a true Unioii man in Minne~ sota that will not believe these reports, and all rebel sympathizers will do all they can to keep the people from putting any confidence in the report. At the outbreak of the rebellion south I often made the remark1 both in public and private, in Saint Cloud, that if the rebellion was not crushed in two years we would have a regular Indian war. I was laughed at by many a Union man and hissed at by Copperheads, but how soon were my fears brought to be sad realities you yourself know. Again, in our troubles with the Chippewas, I always said not to place too much confidence in them. They are my own people and I know them well. My wifes kindred are the Leach Lakers. The way is open for me to go and settle among them as a missionary, but she decidedly refuses to go, and her excuse is this, that there cannot be any cenfl-~ dence placed in their pretensions of peace. If things go on as usual1 sooner or later we will have trouble with them, and no dependence caii or ought to be placed in the word of the traders that are amongst them when they say there is no danger. The Sioux war ought to teach us a lesson. One year ago last winter, when the two chiefs from Leach Lake and I took them to your officer at Saint Cloud, on our return back to my home they told me, in presence of my wife, that there had been for two years the tobacco of peace sent by Hole-in-the-Day and others of their chiefs to different parts of the Chippewa Nation, even to Lake Superior Indians, and also to the different Western tribes, to unitetheii forces together and fight the Americans, as they were all satisfied that the course of the American Government toward the Indians, by cheaP ing them out of their payments for their lands and continually driving them from place to place, satisfied them all that the intention of th~ Government was to exterminate them, for no other reason but that wt~ are Indians, and all that remained for them to do to rise up in a body and die fighting their bitterest enemy, as they call the American people.- This same information was also given me by Mr. Desharlahs~ on, in the presence of his father, at Fort Abercrombie, after our fight with the Sioux; that they had sat in their council themselves and sriiokedl of the tobacco. Dear general, and I myself, James Tanner, heard Mr. Hole-in-the- Day, the scoundrel pet of U. S. Indian agents, U. S. officers, and rascally Indian traders, say to me in his own house four years ago that he could clear out one-half of Minnesota, while the Sioux would the other half, and that I need not be surprised if I once heard of such a work. I have heard many of our leading Chippewas speak of rising up in arms against the long knives, as they call the American people. When I used to be amongst them they used to often ask me when the British would fight the Americans; that they would all go for the British. That same feeling is yet burning in the breast of most all of our American Imidians. These remarks I make are facts that I have been posted on for years, and if these feelings have been harbored, cherished, and talked of around council fires amid prevented from carrying out their desires and cravings of their hearts only for want of munitions of war, how much more will they carry them out now, meeting: with assistance from the rebels and copperheads. Now you see from this that this combination of the Western tribes is mio new thing; it is only the carrying out of the long-cherished and talked-of plamis. This past winter I have often sI)oken of this long-talked-of plot in my lectures throughout the United States, and have urged on the ne- cessity of changing our Indian policy of cheating and driving the Indian. We cannot t~ve perfect peace wi{~ the Indians until we mak Page 128 FCHAP. LIII. 128 LOULSIANA ANI) TILE TRANS-MISSISSIPPb and receive them as our fellow-citizens. Dear general, for once letthe word of a poor Indian Tanner (tha.t is much hated by many of Minne.- sota, especially by Christians and ministers of the gospel for speaking always plainly) be listened to, when I tell you as long as the Southern rebellion lasts, (10 not place too much confidence in the Chippew~s. If you do you may do it at the sacrifice of thousands of precious lives of our best Minnesota white citizens. In the present course of onr Gov- eminent toward removing our Minnesota Chippewas farther west is only helping the Indian to carry oat his long-thought -of plan or plot, for the farther west they are removed the nearer we ourselves bring them with their allies, the Western tribes, and easier to be reached and supplied by rebels with munitions of war by the way of the plaimis and Canada, amid safer will their families be by being taken by our armies. True, we have plenty of Chippewa half breeds that are citizens, but in a Chippewa outbreak you cannot depend on one of them, for I have heard muany of them say that they would never fight ag~dust their own fathers, mothers, aiid people. I also see by the treaty stipulations that the Mill Lake Indians are liable to be moved at any time. Dear geli- eral, is this the reward we give them for their loyalty to 115 in our Sioux troubleshow they came and offered their services to you to go and fight Sioux for and with us i Will their liability to be removed at any tinme fromn their preseiit homestead strengthen their loyalty to our Gov- emnment~ These are questions of deep interest for the peace of our dear State. Lamid speculators and politicians amid all enemies xviii laugh at these remarks. Bitt let mime tell you the plain truth: If our Government removes those Mill Lake Indians while this war lasts, we turn their loyalty to savage and bitter rebelliomi against our State. Will it not be safer aimd cheaper for us to settle those Indians of Mill Lake down where timey are, and make them our fellow-citizens at a cost of a few thousands of dollars than it will be to remove timemmi in the mnidst of these, our trOul)1e5, and add to the ranks of our enemies those that might have been our i)est friemids nid it tIme cost of not thousamids but millions of dollars and thousiods of precious lives, amid that to gratify the hellish selfishness of a ~ewr sl)ecmllitors, if they are Goverenmemit officialsl I have a letter befote mt tim it was liamided me in Washington from Hole-in-the-l)ay to the PresmOent of time Ummited States and Commissioner of Indian Affairs d itud S miii t Paul, June 7, 1863, whme~e lie urges time removal of his baud on to the eastern tribu- taries of the lle(l River. I kimow Hole-in-the Diy is well as any man. He has never once showed the least desire or effort mile to oct oiie single family of his bammd to settle dowmi and becomne cmvihmz d Even lie himself, in his I)reteiided eivihizatiomm, never abandoned Ins miarrow breech-cloth or blanket, bitt in the stead of helping hms 1mb minis to a state of civilization lie, with time traders, cheated his own pcopl out of all time muommey he could, for which his owmi people sought to kill him several timimes. He has also ever opposed time works of the fmmthful mimis- siommaries amongst his l)eople. lie has eveii hired Indmin~ to kill these mimissiomiaries. Is this time work of a man who is amixious for the goad of his people? Was he miot also the leader of time Chippewa troubles and rebellion we had in 1862? All that lacked of his carrying out his plans that he told me of four years ago, and massacre the whole Mississippi Valley to Saint Paul, was that he could miot get time Rabbit Lake band and Mill Lake baud of Indians to ,joimm him, amid lie feared them. If he felt for the good of his people, as lie represemuts himself in his letter to the President, he imever would Imave drawim his people into such trouble. His aim, imi my opinion, is this: He only desires to ge Page 129 CHAP. LJH.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 129 to be removed to the Red River, so that he can be so much nearer his western allies, and where he can get munitions of war easier, and where he can make his escape safer, either in the woods or plains. And then, and only then, after thousands of horses, cattle and property, & c., has been stolen and hundreds of lives lost; then, and only then, will ye white men learn that the leopard has not changed his spots nor the Hole-in-the-Day his rebellious plots. Now, dear general, I know that these remarks of mine will be by many in Minnesota laughed at, as those remarks of mine were laughed at in 1862. But laugh who will, no far-seeing man cannot help bat say with me that the course our Government is taking in the removal of our Minnesota Indians to the west is only concentrating their forces to come against us the easier and safer for themselves. If the Southern rebellion lasts much longer we may rest assured of a general Indian war as this Government has never yet experienced, and, surely, then we will have more than a handful; for if 2,000 or 3,000 of Sioux has for nearly three years given us so much trouble and expense, what will 100,000 give us ~ The peace of our country, and its prosperity, and the good of humanity in general, demands of our Government to do away with the old rotten Democratic principle of driving and speculating out of the Indians. Why not settle them down where they are aud citizen- ize them ~? If they rise in rebellion against us can we blame them ~? Where is the people that could put up with the abuses that we have heaped upon some of onr Indians and not rise up in rebellion, and expressly when instigated and furnished and led on by base Copper- heads and rebels. My wifes severe and long sickness has disabled me from returning to Minnesota this fall. Having been idle so long and the heavy bills I have had to pay out, with no income, has deprived me of the means to go home this fall, or I would leave to-niorrow for my -dear troubled State, if I had the means, and share in her troubles. I shall leave here next week for Prairie du Chien, Wis., and spend the winter there and go up early in the spring. You are at liberty to do with this letter as you see proper. If you see proper to give it to the public press you can do so. Excuse my ignorance and lack of good spelling. Your unworthy servant, JAMES TANNER. HDQRS. DfST. OF MINNESOTA, DEPT. OF THE NORTHWEST, Maj. Gen. JoHN POPE, AS1a~ Paul, Mtnn., September 9, 1861. Comdg. Department of the Northwe8t, ]Jfilwaukee, 14748.: GENERAL: 1 have the honor to report that dispatches from Lieut- enant- Colonel Adams, comunmandin ~ Independent Battalion, dated Fort Abercrombie, 4th instant, mention the arrival of a Mr. Fonseca from the British settlements near Fort Garry, on the Red River, who states that 350 lodges of Sioux Indians had arrived at the settlements, embracing 1,000 or 1,200 warriors. Their particular object is not known, it being the belief of some that they have come to ask the establishment by the Hudson Bay Company of a trading post at Turtle Mountain, on or near the boundary line, while others assert that they desire to visit Fort Abererombie with a view to make peace. Colonel - Adams has no faith ~in the latter supposition, but is impressed with the 9 R RYOL XLJ~ PT II Page 130 130 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. LCHAP. LIII. conviction that they are seeking to supply themselves with ammuni- tion to carry on the war against us, and the character of the bands composing the camp, if correctly designated, leads mc to entertain the same opinion. A part, at least, of this force is fi~om the camp which since last spring has been located near the Dogs Lodge, west of Devils Lake, and of which I have several times advised you as con- taining an asemblage of the most desperate ruffians in the country. The camp at Dogs Lodge consisted of 400 lodges, and composed the den of thieves from which have issued the raiding parties who have from time to time visited our frontier. Lieutenant-Colonel Adams expresses some apprehensions lest the command of Captain Donaldson, engaged in patrol duty along the Red River toward Pembina, should be attacked, but I do not share them, but rather fear some forays from the young men upon the border settlements on the north of the Minne- sota River. Major Clowney reports from Fort Wadsworth, 30th ultimo, the safe arrival of Lieutenant Phillips and fifty men Second MinnesotajDavalry, who acted as escort to Captain Fisks train from that post to the Mis- souri, and for whose safety I have expressed some solicitude. Captain Fisk gave a quasi order to Lieutenant Phillips to continue with him to the Yellowstone, which the latter very properly declined to obey, as it was in direct contravention of his orders from Major Clowney, given in accordance with instructions from inc. Lieutenant Phillips made a re- port of his tour, copy of which will be made and sent for your informa- tion. He fell in with a good many Indians who had papers from Gen- eral Sully to hunt, and some of them informed our scouts that the country was swarming with hostile savages, cautioning them to beware of straggling far from the main body. On our immediate border every- thing is quiet, although rumors of Indians are rife as usual, to which I pay little attention. Still, I shall not be surprised if the necessities of the several bands should impel themu to a series of demonstration s along our extensive hue, with a view to procure supplies of horses and other plunder before the setting in of winter. With the assistance of the two companies U. S. Volunteers aimd of the same number of Hatchs battalion, ordered to report to you, I shall be able, I trust, to repel and punish any such attempts. I am, general, very respectfully, your obedient servant, H. H. SIBLEY Brigadier- General, Commanding. HnQns. DIST. OF MINNESOTA, DEPT. OF THE NORTHWEST, Saint Paul, ]Jfinn., September 9, 18G4. Maj. Gen. JOHN POPE, Milwaukee: GENERAL: I have the honor to acknowledge the receipt of your dis- patch of 5th instant. The misconceptiomi of your orders relative to the movements of the battalion of Thirtieth Wisconsin Volunteers was confined to my dispatch to you, as has been already explained. The service of the cavalry companies employed in escort and scout duty at and in connection with Fort Wadsworth has been so incessant and severe that it has been necessary to feed sonic grain to the horses to keep them in any condition, but it has not been my intention that they should receive a full allowance; indeed, the very nature of the labor they have had to perform has precluded-any such, as they are for the most par Page 131 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 131 on the move at a distailce from any station where grain could be pro- cured. I have directed the chief quartermaster of the district to dis- l)atch only enough grain to Fort Wadsworth to feed 100 animals during the winter, which number will include all the animals employed in the post teams, & c. It will be absolutely necessary to have a small force of mounted men, scouts, & c., at that remote J)ost. From the expressions used in your instructions to General Sally of 16th ultimo, copy of which I received, as well as from the tenor of your private note of 27th ultitno, I certainly nnderstood that the original programme relative to the troops from this district was to be carried out, which was that after a general engagement with the hostile In- dians the force nnder Thomas was to return, sweeping the country on the north and east of the Missouri on their way, while Sully would execute his part by proceeding to the Yellowstone and establishing the post at the point designated. As it is I have no idea that lie will get back to Fort Rice before 1st to 10th October, for, according to my esti- mate, he will have at least 500 and perhaps 600 miles to perform if he is compelled to visit Fort Union for supplies, which I suppose will be indispensable, and it must be recollected that after the first severe frost, which occurs at an early season in that high latitude, the grass will lose its nutritious properties in a great degree, rendering the horses and mules too weak to make rapid marches. The delay I thus antici- pate before Thomas can recross the Missouri and do his part iiii cover- ing our frontier with his returnimig forces renders me more aiid more anxious to dispatch all the men I can spare to the outer line of posts, and I therefore respectfully urge that in addition to the two companies U. S. Volunteers expected to-day the two additional companies of the Independent Battalion ordered to report to you be placed at my dis- posal as soon as practicable. Whatever forays are desigmied by the savages will be attempted very soon, and I propose to be prepared for them at every point as fully as the means at my command will permit. My belief is that there will be concerted action, if any at all, and that several parties will strike at as many different settlements about the same time. The very destitution of the savages will impel them to speedy action before the approach of winter. I am, general, very respectfully, your obedient servant, H. H. SIBLEY, Brigadier- General, Gommanding. HEADQUARTERS FORT WADSWORTH, DAK. TER., - September 9, 1864. Capt. IR. C. OLIN, Assistant Adjntant- General, District of Minnesota: SIR: T have the honor to report having discovered no traces of any hostile Indians since my last report, and my scouts amid cavalry have been on the alert, scouting about in different directions from the post. I have discharged Scout L. T. Prescott at his own request, as lie pre- seimted satisfactory reasons why he should be relieved from duty, and on recommendation of Maj. J. It. Brown. Scout David Merchant also made an application for discharge, which I granted on recommendation of Maj. J. It. Browii, knowing said Merchant to be incompetent to per- fbrm the duties of a scout. It was my intention to discharge himn whether such was his request or not. The work of erecti img buildings progresses rapidly, the niemi all working well. There has been but one day~~ dela Page 132 132 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. in prosecuting the work which was occasioned by a heavy rain-storm. The quartermaster and commissary building is partially built, and will be completed in time to receive the stores on the coming train. The small building intended as a temporary headquarters is completed, and I now occupy it. I am, very respectfully, your obedient servant, JOHN CLOWNEY, JUlujor Thirteenth Wisconsin Infantry Vols., Comdg. WASHINGTON, September 10, 1864. (iReceiveil 20th.) Major-General CANnY, New Orleans: Maj. Gen. A. J. Siiiths conimand has been stopped at Cairo and ordered west of the Mississippi River to operate ag~tinst Price & Co. He has full discretion how to operate. H. W. HALLECK, Major- General and Chief of Sta.tf HDQRS. MILITARY DIVISION OF WEST MISSISSIPPI, New Orleans, La., September 10, 1864. Hon. B. F. FLANDERS, Supervising Special Agent Treasury Dept., New Orleans, La.: SIR: I have the honor to transmit herewith, inclosed for your infcrma- tion, copy of a permit which I have given for the steamer Rob Roy and her cargo of cotton to proceed from the mouth of Red River to this city. The evidence that I have in relation to this cotton satisfies me that the rebel government has an interest in it to the extent of one- half the cotton when delivered, or at least one-half of the value of the cotton at the place of delivery. The right of capture under the laws of war probably applies to the vessel and her entire cargo, but as it is represented that loyal parties in this city, under the Presidents license, have in good faith acquired equitable interest in the cotton, it will be tllrned over to you, subject to the decision of the Secretary of the Treasury under the act of March 12, 1863. The evidence upon which this action is based is: First. The order of General E. Kirby Smith of June 1, 1863, impressing half the cotton in private hands iii the Trans- Mississippi Department for the use of the rebel government. Second. The prohibition by the rebel authorities of the exportation of cotton unless the conditions prescribed by them were complied with. Third. The fact that these conditions were complied with, as evidenced by the protection given the vessel and her cargo by rebel guards and passes given by the rebel authorities. Very respcctfnlly, sir, your obedient servant, E. R. S. CANBY, Major- General, Commanding. - [Inclosure.] HDQRS. MILITARY DIVISION OF WEST MISSISSIPPI, New Orleans, La., September 10,1864. CAPTAIN STEAMER Ron ROY: The steamer Rob Roy, now lying at the m6uth of Red River, is per- mitted to come to this city upon the condition that her cargo be reporte Page 133 CIIAP. LIII.] CORIIESPONDENCE, ETC.LINION. 1~3 to and turned over to the supervising spe6ial agent of the Treasury Department, to be disposed of as the Secretary of the Treasury may (lirCet, under act of Congress approved March 12 1863 the said cargo, , , or a portion thereof; being subject to capture as the property of the rebel government. This disposition of the property is directed upon rej)resentations that loyal lersons residing in this city have in good faith acquired equitable interests to a part of the cargo of said steamer. E. it. S. CANBY, Major- General, Commanding. HDQRS. MILITARY DIVISION OF WEST MISSISSIPPI, New Orleans La Hon. B. F. FLANDERS, , ., September 10, 1864. Supervising Special Agent Treasury Dept., New Orleans, La.: Sin: I have the honor to acknowledge the receipt of your communi- cation* of this morning with the accompanying papers in relation to cotton brought to this city by the steamer Rob Roy under contract made by Mr. Mansfield with certaill parties living within the rebel lines. I have no doubt from these papers, and from other information in my possession, that a portion of this cotton is the property of the rebel government, and that it is still subject to capture wherever it may be found. The allegations indicate a violation of the conditions of the licenses authorized by the President, which would subject the interest of the other portion to confiscation, and I suggest that the subject be submitted to the -Secretary of the Treasury with the recommendation. that the cotton or its proceeds, if it has been sold, may be seized in or(ler that the interest of the rebel government may be determined and applied to the u~e of the United States, and that the other parties may be required to show their interests are not liable to confiscation. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, B. H. S. CANBY, Major- General, Commanding. SPECIAL ORDERS, l~ IIDQRS. DEPARTMENT OF THE GULF, No. 244. New Orleans, September 10, 1864. 1. The Thirty-eighth Iowa Yolunt~ers having been ordered to report at these headquarters by paragraph 7 of Special Orders, No. 123, from the headquarters of the Military l)ivision of West Mississippi, is tempo- rarily assigned to the forces commanded by Brig. Gen. T. W. Sherman. * * * * * * * By command of Major-General Banks: C. S. SARGENT, Acting Assistant A d~jntant- General. HDQRS. MILITARY DIVISION OF WEST MISSISSIPPI New Orleans L Maj. Geim. J. J. REYNOLDS, AS~ptcmler 10, 1864. Co mnmandiug Nineteenth Corps GENERAL: You will proceed with as little delay as possible to the headquarters of the Dephrtment of Arkansas and confer with Major- Not found Page 134 134 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANg-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. General Steele in relation to affairs in that department. It is not my intention to assume any active operations west of the Mississippi, un- less forced to do so in order to secure the line of the Arkansas or pre- vent the invasion of Missouri, as I wish to resume operations from Mobile Bay, and to do this I wish to have the troops sent to General Steele returned as soon as his position on the line of the Arkansas is effectually secured. If you find on your arrival at the mouth of White River that General Steeles line or the invasion of Missouri is seriously threatened you will order up the remainder of your corps, or as much of it as you may consider necessary, and assmne command of all the troops you may find on White River (not included, in General Steeles command) and employ it as you may find most advantageous to the service, reporting to General Steele for orders in relation to any fntnre or combined operations that m~y be necessary. Transportation for the remainder of your corps will be sent at once to Morgauza, and the com- mand at that place will be held in readiness to move upon the receipt of your orders. I am not assured that the movement against the line of the Arkansas is real, and I wish your command to be kept well in hand in order that it may b~ employed elsewhere, if this movement should prove to be a feint and the real attack determined elsewhere. Please communicate as freqnently as possible any information that you may acquire either on the route up the river or after your arrival in Arkansas. E. H. S. CANBY, Major- Uenercd, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DEFENSES OF NEW ORLEANS, New Orleans, September 10, 18G4. Brig. Gen. H. A. CAMERON, Commanding La Fonrehe District: The, general commanding directs me to inform you that near the junction of Little Bayou Pigeon and Grand River is where a large party of the rebels rendezvous. They run a mail through there from the La Fourche twice a week. The general intended to have a combined expedition of army and navy to clear out that place and catch them, if possible, but the navy got their boat in Pigeon Bayou before notifying him, so that the junction has not been made; but he is glad that the navy has met with some success. I am, sir, respectfully, FREDERIC SPEED, Assistant A cijutan t- General. HEADQUARTERS LA FOURCHE DISTRICT, Thibodeaux, La., September 10, 18G4. Cait. FREDERIC SPEED, Assistant Adjutant- General, 1)efenses of New Orleans: Your communication of the 5th instant is at hand, but time pressure of business has prevented an earlier reply. The generals imnpressions of the country are correct. From this point you can go through swamps belly deep to a horse, and by crossing hittle bayous not laid (lown on the uiiap reach Lake Verret, and froum that by canoes or pirogues, ~() anywhere from Napoleonville and Paincourtvihl e. You can cross Grand Bayou, Bayou Corn, Bayou Pierre Pass, and reach Bayou Natchez, but nothing but l)irogues can pass up this side of Lake Natehez. T Page 135 CHAP. till.) OO1~RESPoNDENCI~, ETO.UNION. 135 reach the head of Lake Natchez, or that part of Grand River, it is necessary to go around by Bayou Goula. The party of guerrillas who have been disturbing us are now camped just below the conjunction of Grand River and Little Bayou Pigeon. They belong principally to the Eighteenth Louisiana Infantry and are commanded by Captain Whit- aker, and number about eighty men. I think I can capture them, and if the general commanding the defenses consents 1 will undertake it. My plan embraces three joint expeditions by the way of Little Bayou Pigeon, with a gun-boat and 100 picked men; one of 200 picked men by the way of Bayou Gonla, and down Grand River, and the third by the way of Bay Natchez, to ambush them and cut them oft from escaping below. To make this a success all of these expeditions should arrive at the point at 12 m. on some day designated. If the general agrees with me that the expedition promises success and desires inc to under- take it please telegraph inc at once. I am, very respectfully, your obedient servant, li. A. CAMERON, Brigadier- General of Volunteers, Commanding District. Maj. G. B. DRAKE, THIBoDEAux, September 10, 1864. Assistant Adjutant- General: The gnus captured by Major Conover from the guerrilla robbers were shotguns, nothing more.* I hope 1 (lid not leave the impression that they had artillery. R. A. CAMERON, Brigadier- General of Volunteers. BONNET CARR, September 10, 1864. Capt. FREDERIC SPEED, (Received 10 a. in.) Assistant Adjutant- General: Lieutenant Flint, from the 18-mile detachment, reports that Gon- ~ company of guerrillas came in within six miles of the camp and carried off a lot of mnles and horses on the nb-lit quiet here. of September 8. All W. S. MUDGETT, Lieutenant- Colonel, Commanding. (Copy to Maj. George B. Drake.) HEADQUARTERS DEFENSES OF NEW ORLEANS, New Orlean~ Lient. Col. A. G. HALL, ~ September 10, 1864. Fort Pike: You will make an expedition up Pearl River after the jayhawkers you speak of in your dispatch of to-day.t The navy has been requested to co-operate. By order of Brigadier-General Sherman: FREDERIC SPEED, Assistant Adjutant- General. * See dispatch (receive4 7.30 p. in.), Part I, p. 747. tSee Part I,p.758 Page 136 136 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAY. LIII. HDQRS. MILITARY DIVISION OF WEST MISSISSIPPI, New Orleans, La., September 10, 1864. Major-General STEELE, Little Rock: Your dispatch of the 1st has just been received. The force at Saint Charles was sent by General Washburn nuder my instruction to keep open your communication with the river. I considered the position important at the time in order that the transports carrying re-enforce- inents to you should be able to get up White River without interruption or delay. I presume that his instructions from General Washburn were to that effect, but this is 110 justification of his disobedience. These troops and those that have recently been sent are only for tem- porary service, but I hope soon to re-enforce your corps permanently. E. R. S. CANBY, Akior- General, Commanding. IIDQRS. MILITARY I)IvISIoN OF WEST MISSISSIPPI, New Orleans, La., September 10, 1864. Major-General STEELE, Little Rock: GENERAL: I send General Reynolds, the commander of the Nine- teenth Corps, to confer with you in relation to the affairs in your department. About 7,000 men of this corps have already been sent to you and the remainder will be,if necessary. The most important oper- ations that we can now engage in are up the Alabama River in the direction of Montgomery, but they are necessarily suspended until the line of the Arkansas is made secure. I do not intend to attempt any active operations west of the Mississippi, unless forced to do it to pre- vent the invasion of Missouri, but will turn everything that can be spared in the direction of the Alabama River, as the most vital and vul- nerable point. General Reynolds is possessed of my views and inten- tions more filly than it would be safe to write them, and I desire you will confer witb him freely as to your situation and wants, and the force that you will require to hold the lines of the Arkansas beyond -peradventure. I am not satisfied yet that the present demons-tration is more than a feint to draw us off from other operations. If this is so, or if real, as soon as it is repulsed, I wish the troops sent up to be returned in order that other operatioiis may be resumed. Please write to me freely and fully upon everything connected with your depart- ment. E. R. S. CANBY, Major- General, Commanding. LiTTLE ROCK, ARK., September 10, 1864. Maj. Gen. B. R. S. CAiNBv: Prices men all declare that they are going to Missouri, and his move- ments look like it might be so. They take all the stock and supplies of every sort as they go. It will be very difficult for me to catch him and Shelby if they are bound for Missouri, and I therefore recommend that troops be sent there to head them off. They say they are going to Saint Louis. The Pilot Knob route is certainly impracticable. Four thousand infantry, twelve pieces of artillery, and 2,000 cavalry re-en Page 137 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.IYNION. 137 forcements have arrived at Devalls Bluff and Brownsville. My cay- airy force is too small to meet Price and Shelby united. I shall there- fore make up a force that will be strong enough to meet them. Price has eighteen and Shelby six pieces of artillery. If we cannot catch them we can at least make it difficult for them to get away, if they should be pressed in Missouri. They tried to capture the little force at Lewisburg, but Colonel iRyan fell back successfully, bringing in all the public stores. Shelbys men can live on greeu corn without salt, and can run fast enough to keep out of the way of our cavalry, as is shown by the failure of the expeditions which I have sent against him. The principal part of Magruders infantry is reported now at Princeton and Camden. F. STEELE, Major- Ucueral. U. S. GUN-flOAT HAsTIMts, Derails Bluff, September 10, 1864. Maj. Gen. FREDERICK STEELE, U. S. Army, Commanding U. S. Forces before Little Rock, Ark.: GENERAL: I have come up the river with additional gun-boats to assist in your movements. Froiu the information I can gather here, Ii ani not likely to have the pleasure of seeing you unless I go over to Little Rock to congratulate you ou your success and triumphs. This river is falling, and there is not now over five fcet of water on some of the bars. If this is to be your base of supplies, the low water coming requires your prompt attention, as at three feet, the low- water stage, steamers could bring up very little freight indeed, while we have but one or two gun-boats of sufficiently light draught to act as convoy. It is I)rObable that all the gun-boats, except two, will be obliged to leave this river within two weeks time. If I could have obtained convey- aiice I would have gone over to your camp to-day. Horseback riding for such a distance is rather too i~nucli for the uninitiated. ~We will make an effort to get up to Jacksonport, leaving here in the morning. I shall be glad to be of service to you in everyway possible. I am, gefteral, respectfully and most truly yours, S. L. PHELPS, Comdg. Sixth and Seventh Divisions, Mississippi Squadron. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF WEST TENNESSEE, Memphis, Teun., September 10, 1864. Col. WILLIAM CROOKS, Commanding District, Helena: COLONEL: Yours of the 5th to Major Morgan is received. My troops are all gone, and I have scarcely enough for the defense of this city. I would gladly send you help if I could do so, but it is impossible. If the enemy is on his way to Missouri he will not tarn aside from the main chance to come into the Mississippi. General Canby has sent up 7,000 troops from below, who are now at mouth of White River. I am, colonel, your obedient servant, C. C. WASHBURN, Major- General Page 138 LOUISIANA AND PILE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. ~CHAP. TAIl. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF ARKANSAs, Brig. Gen. E. A. CAR, Little Rock, Ark., September 10, 1864. Commanding District of Little Pock, Little Rock, Ark.: GENERAL: The major-general commanding directs that you order all dismounted cavalry in your district, with the exception of those belong- ing to General Clayton, to report immediately for duty to Brigadier- General Andrews at Devalls Bluff. Detachments of these men from different regiments will be sent in charge of the proper number of coni- missioned officers. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, WM. P. GREEN, Lieutenant- Colonel and Assistant Adjutant- General. SPECIAL ORDERS, HDQRS. DISTRICT OF LITTLE ROCK, No. 72. Little Rock, Ark., September 10, 18G~. I. The Second Arkansas Infantry and the Third Arkansas Cavalry will report to the commanding officer at lluntersville and encamp at that place upon their arrival from Lewisburg. * * * * * * * By order of Brig. Gemi. E. A. Carr: C. H. DYER, Assistant Adjutant- General. HDQRS. SECOND DIVISION, SEVENTh ARMY CORPS, Devalls Bluff; September 10, 186410.30 a. m. Capt. C. H. DYER, Assistant Adjutant-General, Little Pock: A loyal citizen, living seven miles out, reports that three men passed there at 7 oclock this morning, claiming to be couriers of General Shelby. They said Shelby ha(l ordered all detachments to assemble at Batesville to-day. If I can raise a few men at Remount 4Damnp, I shall send out for them. I think it prejudicial to the service in every way that nearly all the time my force is so extremely small. Very respectfully, C. C. ANDREWS, Brigadier- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF LITTLE ROCK, Little Pock, Ark.; September 10 1864. COMMANDING OFFICER FIRST MISSOURI CAVALRY: You will proceed upon the Arkansas River, on the north side, to time relief of the steamers Chippewa and Carrie Jacobs, now aground about thirty-five mniles above here by water, twenty-five by land. It is not deemned probable that any large force of the enemy will attack them, but there may be several hundred bushwhackers or other irregulars. The boats have each one infantry guard of the Twenty-ninth Iowa, and one of them, supposed to be the Chippewa, has a howitzer. Should it be fonimd impossible to get them off, and should the enemy appear to be in dangerous proximity, the troops will be taken off and the stores de- stroyed, but the boats will imot be destroyed. It is important to bring the soldiers and the gun off. If time gun cannot be brought oft it mus Page 139 CHAP. 1111.1 CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.TJNION. 1~3~ be rendered unserviceable to the enemy. Should Prices force be mov- ing this way your task will be difficult if not impossible. Should, how- ever, his main forces be moving north, you can easily make whatever rebels there may be in the country believe that you are the advance of a large force, and you can thoroughly cover the boats and perhaps get them lightened so that they can come down the river. You will call at the telegraph office for an operator, who will accompany you with a pocket instrument, and you telegraph to these headquarters any Pu- portant information. The commanding officer Third Arkansas Cavalry, encamped on the north side of the river, on Le wisburg road, about eleven miles and a half from the bridge, is ordered to furnish you with guides, but you will not delay your march if they are not ready. A considerable additional force will be in readiness to follow you to-mor- row morning, but will not move until information is received from you. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, JAMES F. DWIGHT, Major and Chief of Staff. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF LITTLE ROCK, Little Rock, Ark., September 10, 1864. Lieutenant-Colonel MOYERS, Commanding Post, Brownsville: Send immediately to Colonel Geiger, commanding at Austin, that Colonel Ryan evacuated Lewisburg yesterday and fell back as far as Palarm bridge, eighteen miles from here, last night. Ryan reports that Shelby was on the march to intercept him between the Cadron and Palarm. Price is reported at Dover with cavalry and artillery. The rebels entered Lewisburg after Ryan retreated. JAMES F. DWJ~HT, Major and Chief of Staff. HEADQIJA1ZTERS, ~ Crossing, Neosho River, C. N., September 10, 1864. Col. S. H. WATTLES, Commanding Indian Brigade, Fort Gibson, C. N.: COLONEL: I have the honor herewith to transmit to your possession, by messengers, the following letter containing particulars in reference to my coi~mnand. I received your note on the 7th instant, dated head- quarters Indian Brigade, Fort Gibson, C. N., August 30, 1864, contain- lug instructions from district headquarters. The instructions will be strictly complied with at these headquarters. I have been very active in sending scouts out in all directions, distance about eight to ten miles. I herewith acknowledge the receipt of your letter, dated headquarters Indian Brigade, Fort Gibson, C. N., September 1, 1864. Having been here but a few days I have been very busily at work. I reached this point on the 27th of last month. Work going on fine. The soldiers, generally speaking, are in good health, fine spirits, and but very little to eat. One of my scouts came in last evening. He reports about 500 rebels near Hog Eye. About 300 went in pursuit of them evening before from Spring Creek, in command of Ab-le-te-sky from near Cabin Creek. The battle was expected to come off yesterday. I have not heard from them since. I presume the rebels to be of the same party that burned the hay, as there was a large party crossed Grand River a few days since near David Vauns. I examined the hay since th Page 140 140 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [OflAp. Liii. rains and find it to be very much damaged. Fine prospect for cntting hay in this vicinity. No particulars of interest. Times all qniet at this time. I am, very respectftully, sir, your most obedient servant MOSES PRICE, Gaptaift, Commanding Station, hudsons Crossing, C. N. NEW ORLEANS, September 10, 186412 m. (Received 17th.) Maj. 0-en. C. C. WASHBURN: Your dispatches of the 2d, 3d, and 5th have been received. I am greatly gratified by the pronmptness with which you sent Mowers divis- ion to Steeles assistance. Rosecrans was notified of the movement, and that an invasion of Missouri was intended. There will probably be raids, but I do not thiimk a serious invasion will be attempted so long as we can hold the line of the Arkansas River. There are only two routes by which Missouri can be invaded, first, by the way of Springfield, and the other by Pilot Knob. The first is impracticable for a large army for the want of supplies, and the seeon(l is so danger- ous that the army that attempts leaving a considerable force behind is almost certain to be lost. I do iiot wish to umidertake any serious operations on Arkansas River for the present, as those in contempla- tion in Alabama are of greater importance, and I propose to with- draw for this purpose tli~ troops sent up to Steele as soon as the neces- sity has passed away. Sherman wishes the detachment of the Seven- teenth Army Corps, now in Arkamisas, to be sent to him, amid, as I have directed, Major-General Reynolds will relieve it and order it to report to you. E. R. S. CANBY, - 3lajor-General. Ma,j. Gen. A. J. SMITH, WASHINGTON, September 10, 1864. Cairo, Ill.: General 0-rant leaves the selection of your line of operations against Price, Marmaduke & Co. entirely to your own judgment. Beforedecid- ing you had better consult with General Rosecraims and others in regard to the assmstanc~ and co-operation they can give you. You will not wait for any further instructions, but proceed at once to organize and operate against the enemy. - II. W. HALLECK, Major-General and Chief of Staff. GENERAL ORDERS, ~ IIDQRS. THIRD Div., 16TH ARMY CORPS, No. 10. 5 Cairo, Iii., September 10, 1864. I. Lient. N. N. Tyner, acting assistant inspector-general, Third Divis- ion, Sixteenth Arumy Corps, is hereby announced as acting assistamit adjutant-general of this command during the illness of Lient. James B. Comstock. * * * * * * * By order of Col. William T. Shaw: JAMES B. COMSTOCK, Acting Assistant Adjutant- General Page 141 CHAP. Lull CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNJON. 141 HEADQUARTERS, Saint Louis, Mo., September 10, 1864. Major-General HALLECK, Chief of Staff: General Washburn telegraphs, Sel)tember 7: I will send the Seventh Kansas Cavalry. Can you not mount them at Saint Louis, allowing me to keel) the horses here 6? We want them mounted, for nse as soon as possible after their arrival. Please decide if the horses shonld be left and others 5up1)liCd from the depot. My own opinion is that if General Washbnrn needs horses it would be best to send them from here and let them keep their own. W. S. ROSECItANS, ]Jiliajor- General. WASHINGTON, September 10, 18641 p. m. Major-General ROSECRANS, Saint Louis, iILo.: Has the Second Colorado Regiment gone to General Curtis ~ It is of the highest importance that it immediately assist in reopening the road to Colorado. H. W. HALLECK, Major- General and Chief of Staff. HEADQUARTERS, Saint Louis, Mo., September 10, 1864. Major-General HALLECK, Chief of Staff: Orders were given for the assembling of the regiment on receipt of your order, but it was scattered over a district of 150 miles, anJ in chase of bushmen, and has not yet moved. General Brown will be ordered to expedite its movement, and I will advise on receipt of his answer. W. S. IROSECIIANS, Major- General. WASHINGTON, September 10, 1864noon. Major-General IIOSECRANS, Saint Louis, Mo.: General Grant has directed that General A. J. Smith operate against Price & Co. by such route as he may deem best. He will consult with you. Give him all the aid you can. H. W. HALLECK, Major- General and Chief of Staff. CAIRO, ILL., September 10, 1864. (Received 8 p. in.) Major-General HALLECK, Chief of Stafl~: I have received yoar telegram of the 9th directing inc to prepare my command for service west of the Mississippi. I was in hopes to be per Page 142 142 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. Initte(1 to go to General Sherman, but am ready for duty in any field. I cannot see how Price can ever get north into Missouri with the force we have in arms to oppose him. 1 have been informed General Canby is sending troops north to meet him. If Price should ~t north, my starting point, I think, should be Saint Louis. I have heard nothing from General Sherman. I will await your orders. A. J. SMITH, ikijajor- General. Major-General ROSECRANS: CAIRO, ILL., September 10, 1864. General Halleck directs me to prepare my command to take the field west of the Mississippi River, and states that if the enemy is on White River I shall join Mower and operate in his (the enemys) rear. I have not yet heard that the enemy is north of the Arkansas River in aiiy force, but should they come, and I to be a portion of the opposing force, would not Saint Louis be a better starting point ~i I have not sufficient transportation for a long route. A. J. SMITH, Major- General. SAINT Louis, September 10, 1864. General A. J. SMITH, Cairo, Ill: General Halleck telegraphs that you have General Grants order to operate against Price, and will confer with me. Come up and bring all the information you can. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. SAINT Louis, September 10, 1864. Maj. Gen. A. J. SMITH, Cairo, ill.: I have a six-gun battery (Napoleon) which I can send you. Do you want it? W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. CAIRO, ILL., September 10, 1864. General W. S. ROSECRANS: I am very well provided with artillery. Thank you. A. J. SMITH, Major- General. SAINT Louis, September 10, 1864. Maj. Gen. A. J. SMITH, Cairo, ill: In the present uncertainty as to where Price is,it seems to me it would be best to take post at Cape Girardean. Were his situatio Page 143 OnAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNJON. 143 known we could decide, but active rebel operations are going on. Either they will soon meet us up here or they will be whipped back south of the Arkansas. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. LITTLE ROCK, September 10, 1864. Maj. Gem W. S. ROSECRANS: General Price has crossed the Arkansas at Dardanelle with a large cavalry force, variously estimated frow 5,000 to 10,000. He has a large train and a pontoon bridge. It was my opinion that he intended to join Shelby, who has about 5,000 armed, and operate on my communi- cations, while Magruder pnshed in front with his infantry. But Prices soldiers all say they are going to Missouri, and almost everybody here thinks so. I cannot understaild how they can sabsist on the march to Missouri. They make a clean sweep of everything as they go. I have just received re-enforcements from Memphis, and shall do all I can to keep Price out of Missouri. If troops had reached me sooner I could easily have defeated Prices Missouri movements, if such are his plans. I have not cavalry enough to cope with him, and it is very doubtful if infantry can catch him. I have sent out three cavalry expeditions against Shelby, and he has evaded then~ all. General Canby wrote me that he could send troops from Morgauza. I have recommended that they be sent to Missouri. If Price should go there we night make it very difficult for him to escape. F. STEELE, Mc~jor- General. SPECIAL ORDERS, HDQRS. DEPARTMENT OF THE MISSOURI, No. 251. * * Saint Louis, September 10, 1864. * * * * * 2. The Third Battalion and regimental headquarters of the Se~ren. tecuth Illinois Cavalry, stationed at Benton Barracks, Mo., will proceed to and take post at Glasgow, Mo. The quartermasters department will famish the necessary transportation. * * * * * * * By command of Major-General Rosecrans: J. F. BENNETT, Assistant Adjutant-General. CAPE GJRARDEAU, Mo., September 10, 1864. General EwINcf: Everything quiet about Bloomfield and New Madrid. Have received no news yet from the forces sent after Colonel Clark. II. M. HILLER, Lieutenant- Golonel, Commandin~. WARRENSEURG, September 10, 1864. Maj. Gen. W. S. ROSECRANS: My letter of the 8th will show the situation of the troops in this dis- trict. Will more force be required in the eastern part of the district to meet anticipated raids from Boone, Howard, & c. l E. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General Page 144 144 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIIL SAINT LoUIS, September 10, 1864. Brigadier-General BROWN, Warreusbury: Get the Second Colorado ready secretly to move to join General Curtis. I will send you the Fifth Missouri State Militia as soon as I can spare them. Report how soon they can [move]. W. S. ROSECIRANS, Major- Gemeral. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF CENTRAL MISSOURI, Warreusburg, ilfo., September 10, 1864. Maj. Gen. W. S. ItOSECRANS, Gomdg. Departmeut of the Missouri, Sajut Louis: GENERAL: I have the honor to report that a young man by the name of Dean, residing six miles north of ilolden, who had been acting as a guide for scouting parties from Holden, was murdered by bushwhackers Qn the night of the 7th instant. Last night fonr citizens known as rebel sympathizers, or, as they call themselves, Southern ~ were killed by some unknown persons in uniform, and supposed to be soldiers from the camp at Holden, in retaliation for the killing of Dean. There is a growing exasperated state of feeling among the loyal citizens and our soldiers that augurs a bloody future unless the people take the matter in hand ~nd act fearlessly and promptly in putting a stop to this infernal guerrilla warfare. I am, very truly, your obedient servant, E. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General of Volunteers, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS SECOND SUB-DISTRICT, In the Field, September 10, 1864. [Capt. J. H. STEGER, Assistant Adjutant- General:] CAPTAIN: I have the honor to report, for the information of the gen- eral commanding, that since my last report all the available force of my command have been on the move. Major Mullins, with Companies A, E, and G, on the 7th, moved t6 Saline County via Dover. He en- countered several small parties of guerrillas in the vicinity of Dover, or rather between Waverly, having three different skirmishes, captur- ing several horses, two McClellan equipments complete, arms, & c.; is not certain that any were killed. He reports about sixty in that vicin- ity, forty of them Andersons men. He reports but very few in Saline County since the Tipton raiders left, which was a part of them he met in ~ie vicinity of Dover. Lieutenant Teel, Company H, with fifty foot- me~u, has been in the Dover country since the 7th. I have heard noth- ing of them, only a report that they were fighting southwest of Dover on the morning of the 11th. Lieutenant Augustine, Company L, I also learn, ran on to a party of four on the Warrensburg road on the 9th while they were robbing the mail. lIe is still out. I have nothing official from him. I will be able to give a more satisfactory report in my next of the success of Lieutenants Teel and Augustine. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, B. F. LAZEAR, Lieut. Col. First Cavalry Missouri State Militia, Commanding Page 145 CHAP. LULl CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 145. HEADQUARTERS DIsTRICT OF CENTRAL MISSOURI, Warrensburg, Mo., September 10, 1864. Lient. Col. B. F. LAZEAR, Commanding Second Sub-District, Lexington, Mio.: COLONEL: The commanding general is informed by Major-General Rosecrais that your troops are causing a reign of terror in La Fayette and Saline Counties, aiid that it should receive your attention. He is also further informed that their officers are permitting them to rob the people of their property for their own benefit, to murder peaceable citi- zens, and commit other outrages upon the people, while the pursuit of the bushwhackers is abandoned by loading the troops with the plunder from the country. The meager results reported to these headquarters would seem to confirm this statement. The commanding general directs me to say, that should the investigation, now in progress, prove that any of the people have been plundered by the troops under your coin- mand, that the pay of the officers, and, if necessary, of the soldiers, will be stopped and appropriated, so far as it will go, to refund the value of property taken from the people. He directs that you will report fully in relation to these complaints. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, J. II. STEGER, Assistant Adjutant- General. .Maj. G. W. KELLY, WARRENSBURG, September 10, 1864. Boonville: Have your command on the alert for any guerrillas that may cross from the north side of the river. General Fisk is pressing theni. By command of Brigadier-General Brown J. H. STEGEIt, Assistant Adjutant- General. - hEADQUARTERS STATiON, Germantown, Mo., September 10, 186-1. Brig. Geii. E. B. BROWN, Comdg. District of Central Missouri, Warrcnsburg, ]Jfo.: GENERAL: I l)eg leave to submit the following supplementary re- port: On the 1st iii stant Captain Peery, with Lieutenant Gaskill and forty men, marched for Warrensburg, Mo., having under escort Major Mears, paymaster, U. S. AImy, and forage train, returned on the 5th instant, having traveled 100 miles. On the 5th instant Sergeant Crit- ton, Conipany B, First Cavalry Missouri State Militia, with ten men started in pursuit of two guerrillas that were reported to have been in the neighborhood; after making a thorough reconnaissance of T)eep Water timber, returned same night without finding any enemy. On the same day a returned rebel soldier was brought to this station by his father, Mm. Harness, lie surrendered himself and expressed him- self as being heartily tired of the rebellion, having deserted the rebel army in Arkansas on the 10th of August, 1864, in company with two others, who, lie said, Imad made their way to North Missouri with time intention of surrendering tliemimselves to the authorities as soon as they 10 R RYOL XLI, PT 11 Page 146 146 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. get where they have been acquainted. He says there is great suffering in the rebel ranks; that Marmaduke has about 6,000 men. He was very ragged when he caine here. All quiet at present. I have the honor to be, general, with great respect, your obedient servant, J. T. GOODT3RAKE, Captain, First Cavalry Missouri State Militia, Comdg. Station. WAYNESYILLE, Mo., September 10, 1864. Maj. J. B. KAISER, Commanding Post: SIR: In compliance with Special Orders, No. 147, headquarters Post of IRolla, Mo., I started from IRolla about 6 p. in. of the 7th instant and proceeded to the Sycamore Springs and found the Waynesville post train there. The other two trains had not come out so far. During the night Thomas Honk, prisoner, absented himself. On the following morning the Waynesville post train being ready about 5 oclock, I detained it until 6, when I understood the other train had taken the Ridge road to Little Piney. I seiit the sergeant of (Domnpany K with his men to guard it to Little Piney, where I awaited their arrival. On their coming up I informed the wagon-masters that I wished theni to l)roceed to Big Piney for the reason that the Waynesville post train and escort had only rations for that night, and they were bound to go - through next day. One of the wagon-masters refused to go. his proper name I do not know, but he goes by the name of Frenchy. It not being at that time quite 12 oclock, and the distance to Big Piney only eight miles, on account of the refusal of said Frenchy I was corn: pelled to encamp two miles above the Harrison farm, a regular crossing for guerrillas. As soon as it became dark I had two posts put out where I thought most available to protect the horses and trains, the men lying close to their horses, except the guards, which remained in one place. About 10.30 oclock the sentinel on post hearing a horse on the side of the bluff, commanded halt. It not being obeyed, fired. The camp being alarmed the horses were examined, and two were found missing. The men were not all to bed at the time, and it being dark pursuit was impossible. On the tillowing morning I took part of, the escort to scout a short distance from the camp to see if I could find any sign, and got one horse the thieves had abandoned, he being rode down, and at 7 oclock the wagon-master previously spoken of was not ready to leave camp. I was therefore compelled to divide the escort, as the Waynesville post train had to go through for want of provisions, as before stated, and when I remarked so to said Frenchy, he said be had seventeen days to make the trip, and he would go no farther than Big Piney, distant six miles from his camp. I therefore proceeded to Wayuesville with the post train, the other Government train follow- ing, and arrived at 1.30 p. m. the 9th instant. I therefore submit the foregoing for your consideration. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, OWEN CAIIVILL, Seeond Lient. Company B, F~fth Cavalry Missouri State Militia. SPECIAL ORDERS, ~ HDQRS. DIST. OF SOUTHWEST MISSOURI, No. 244. 5 Springfield, Mo., September 10, 1864. 1. Capt. M. L. Alsup, commanding Company II, Forty-sixth Mis- souri lnfantry, is hereby directed to send the enlisted men of hi~ co Page 147 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 147 niand, under charge of the first sergeant, into Douglas County for active field service. They will be located at such points as will best promote the interests of the service, and keep in check the armed rebels and bushwhackers who infest that section, and will remain there until further orders. Capt. iR. B. Owen, assistant quartermaster, will furnish the necessary transportation for the rations and equipments of the men. * * * * * * * 4. Capt. Jackson Ball, Company C, Sixth Provisional Enrolled Mis- souri Militia, stationed near Ozark, Mo., is directed to keep out a scout from his command of from eight to twenty men, until further orders, down White River as far as Forsyth and Dubuque. They will be in- structed to report at once all information they may gain as to the movements of the enemy. 5. Captain McCullah, commanding Company II, Sixth Provisional Regiment, will proceed with his command to Marionville, Mo., without delay and occupy that post until further orders. He will scout the country in that vicinity, but will hold a portion of his command in readiness at all times for such escort duty as may be required. * * * * * * * By order of Brigadier-G eneral Sanborn: WM T. KJTThEDGE, - Assistant Adjutant- General. MACON Mo Col. 0. D. GREENE, , ., September 10, 1864. Assistant Adjutant- General: I have made a personal inspection of the important bridges on the North Missouri Railroad and established at each a permanent guard. The block-houses are in good condition. I send 300 of Dyers regiment (dismounted) into the brush in Boone to-uight. The officers and men taken from the captured railroad train by the bushwhackers will be brought into Sturgeon this evening. We make no exchanges, simply get four white sheep for one lame black one got out of our pasture. I have no direct report from the different detachments after the guer- rillas in Howard, but learn indirectly that our troops are doing a good work. The new regiments will soon be in condition to be effective. CLINTON B. FISK, Brigadier- General. HEADQUARTERS, Saint Louis, September 10, 1864. General FISK: Colonel Beveridge has been to-day orKiered to Glasgow with the Third Battalion of his regiment, where lie can operate under your orders until further orders; but the general commanding is desirous of getting the regiment to another point as soon as possible. Report when you can spare them. 0. D. GREENE, Assistant Adjutant-General Page 148 148 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF COLORADO, Denver, k~eptember 10, 1864. Governor JOHN EVANS, Territory of Colorado: GOVERNOR.: I have the honor to acknowledge the receipt of your let- ter of 9th instant, with extract of letter from Maj S. G. Colley, request- ing that a sufficient force b~ stationed at the Indian agency for the protection of the crops and Government property. In answer thereto permit me to ask if the crops at Point of Rocks are Government or indi- vidual property, or if any of the buildings in such condition as to~ be damaged by fire ~ I am compelled to station troops at Bents Old Fort, it being the junction of Santa F6 and Denver line of coaches, which is our only mail line at this time, and a large amount of stock has to be kept there. If the crop at the Indian agency is Government property I will station a squad there until it can be gathered, but if it is indi- vidual property I cannot do so, as you will readily see that it would involve the stationing of troops at every ranch or farm in the country. I will give orders to troops stationed at Camp Fillmore above, and at Bents Old Fort below, to give all the protection in their power, and I repeat, if the crops at Indian agency are Government property, then they shall have some men until they are gathered. I have the honor to be, -~ery respectfully, your obedient servant, J. M. CIIIVINGTON, Colonel First Colorado Cavalry, Commanding District. CITY POINT, VA., September 11, 186410.30 a. m (Received I. p. in.) Maj. Gen. II. W. HALLECK, Chief of Staff: If a good, competent inspecting officer can be sent to the Department of Arkansas at this time I think it would have a good effect. I understand there are many irregularities between Helena and Little Rock that want correction. Special attention should be called to the manner of guarding and protecting stores on the route between th~ Mississippi and Little Rock. U. S. GRANT, Lieutenant- General. CAlRo, ILL., September 11, 1864. Maj. Gen. B. R. S. CANBY, Commanding, & c., New Orleans: GENERAL: I inclose for your information a copy of a dispatch this day sent to the Secretary of War. This was written after consultation with General Washburn, at Memphis. I, of course, know not und~~r what particular orders your troops were moving, and, therefore, after giving the generals views, as well as my own, left the disposal of the future movements with the authorities at Washington. Cairo has been taken from the District of Columbus and added to Illinois. I think this unfortunate. General Paine has been relieved to go to General Sher- man, and General Meredith is in command, being now at Padncah. Colonel MeArthur is in comnniand of Columbus, with his regiment of colored artillery, 1,000 strong, the time of the two regiments of 100 Page 149 CRAP. till.] COR1~ESPONDENU~, ETC.UNION. 149 days men having expired, and they desire to go home. The force thus reduced is too small for Columbus and the j)Oiflt5 dependent upon it. Four regiments ot 1OO~days men have just left Memphis, l)nt the troops remaining are sufficient. General Washbm~ru has two brigadier-gen- erals without commandsPrince and Veatch. I should like to see the former in a good command. He is an excellent soldier, and a gentle- man, and wonld make a good commander for Natchez, should a change be made at that place. I have the honor to be, very respectfully, your obedient servant, L. THOMAS, Adjutant- general. [Inclosure.] CAIRO, ILL., September ii, 1864. Hon. E. M. STANTON, Secretary of War: On leaving Natchez I ascertained that Harrisonbiirg had been evac- uated by the rebels, an(l that the troops, as well as others in Louisiana, were under orders for Missouri; also that the effort of a large body to cross the Mississippi from Louisiana had failed, o wing to the vigilance of the navy, and, it is said, the refusal of the troops to cross. It is undoubtedly the fact that an expedition into Missouri with a large foreb had been determined on. At Helena Colonel Crooks said their forces were at Augusta and Batesville, under Price, Marmaduke, and Shelby, their principal depot being at the latter place. If they cross White River at these two points they may operate in two columns. They have mounted every man possible, and have 10,000 such troops. General Washburn sent a division of 4,000 up White River to co-operate with General Steele, and also threw across the. Mississippi 2,000 cavalry. General Canby sent from Morganza to White River 7,000, where they arrived at night the 7th instant. The water being very low the trans- ports will not be able to ascend any distance. General Steeles last dispatch, not very late, represented the rebels as south of the Arkan- sas, but the belief is that they have crossed and are on march for Missouri, of which General Washburn will very soon be informed. General Washburn is of opinion that the Morgauza column should in such case go to Missourisay, first, to Cape Girardeauto intercept them; and whilst I am not aware of General Canbys orders, this seems to me to be proper. If this view is concurred in. as General Washburn feels he has no control overthose troops, would it not be well to give him discretionary orders in regard to them should he flmmd the rebels on or have crossed White Ri~-er~ I will send a copy of this dispatch to Generals Canby amid Rosecrans for their informuation. I leave to-morrow for Paducah. L. THOMAS, Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF WEST TENNESSEE, Memphis, Teun., September 11, 1864. Maj. Gen. E. R. S. CANBY, Gomdg. ZIiliilitary Div. of IVest Miississippt, New Orleans: I have received no reliable information in regard to the movements of the enemy in Arkansas since I last wrote. General Bussey was here from Little Rock to-day, which place he left three days ago. He says that Price and Fagan, with 3,000 to 5,000 men, have certainly crossed the Arkansas River, and no doubt bound for Missouri. The Page 150 150 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSiPPI. [CHAP. LIII. will be re-enforced at Jacksonport by Shelby, with 3,000 or 4,000 men. Bussey says that there is no nse for the men up White River that you have sent there, and General Mower writes mc the same in regard to his force now at Devalls Briift; yet General Steele is constantly calling for more. I sent him over 2,000 of my best cavalry when 1 supposed that he was in a tight place, but requeste(I that he would send theni back as soon as the emergency was over. I want them back here very much, for their absence so cripples me in cavalry that I cannot make raids to hold Forrest here in the country. Formestis now near Oxford, but is so reduced that with all my cavalry here I could safely meet him any day. I am very anxious to get my cavalry back, because I know that if it stays thirty days in Arkansas it will be ruined. The reports I have in regard to the cavalry in that depaitment are fearful. When I sent mine over there I wrote General Steele that it was to help him out of a tight place, and that I would rely upon him to send it back as soon as the emergency was over. If the mounted force of the enemy goes to Missouri, they can have no use for my cavalry on White River. Will you order General Steele to send it back ~ I am now very bare of troops here. The 100-days men are nearly all gone, and Smith and Mower both gone, leaves me not over 800 white infantry, with the col- ored troops and cavalry. 1 beg that you will order all of my cavalry back at once. I am, general, your obedient servant, C. C. WASHBURN, Major- General. P. S.A dispatch which I have from Steele, dated the 7th, makes no mention of Price having crossed the Arkansas. HDQRS. MILITARY DIVISION OF WEST MISSISSIPPI, New Orleans, La., September 11, 1864. Hon. B. F. FLANDERS, Supervising Special Agent Treasury Dept., New Orleans, La.: SIR: I return herewith the papers in the case of the cotton of Mr. J. T. Murray. The evidence in this case is not satisfactory. Under the rules of the rebel authorities in the Department of Mississippi, Alabama, and East Louisiana, and the orders of the general command- ing the Homochitto District (from which this cotton was brought), the exportation of cotton is prohibited except imm exchange for supplies for the rebel government. The presence of a rebel picket at the place of shipment and the apparent collusion with the picket furnish strong presumptive evidence that the conditions were complied with, and to the extent th~at the rebel government is interested the cotton is subject to capture. It should be held until the claimants furnish satisfactory evidence that the rebel governmemmt has had and has now no interest in the cotton. Very respectfully, sir, your obedient servant, E. R. S. CANBY, Major- General, Commanding. SPECIAL ORDERS, HDQRs. MIL. DIV. OF WEST MISSISSIPPI, No. 125. 5 New Orleans, La., September 11, 1864. 1. The commanding officer Seventy-seventh Illinois having reported his regiment at these headquarters, in compliance with Special Orders Page 151 CHAP. LuLl CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 151. No. 115, paragraph 8, from these headquarters, will proceed without delay to Morganza and report to the commanding officer at that point. 2. The command of Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger will be extended to include the military district to be created by the major-general com- manding the Department of the Gulf, and, except so far as relates to the special instructions received from these headquarters, he will report to the headquarters of that department. By order of Maj. Gen. E. H. S. Canby: C. T. CHRISTENSEN, Major and Assistant Adjutant- General. SPECIAL ORDERS, ) IIDQRs. DEPARTMENT OF THE GULF, No. 245. New Orleans, September 11, 1864. * * * * * * * 2. Until further orders the District of West Florida will be reported to these headquarters through the headquarters of U. S. Forces, Mobile Bay, and the troops serving within that district will be subject to the orders of the commanding general U. S. Forces, Mobile Bay. * * * * * * * By command of Major-General Banks: C. S. SARGENT, Acting Assistant Adjutant-General. THIBODEAUX, September 11, 18646 p. m. Maj. GEORGE B. DRAKE, Assistant Adjutant- General: Reports come in that the rebels are crossing Lake Verret and am proaching Labadieville. I have sent a cavalry force from here and from Napoleonville to see. Everything here is in readiness for them. R. A. CAMERON, Brigadier- General of Volunteers. THIBoDEAuX, September 11, 18649.30 p. m. (Received 9.45 p. in.) Maj. GEORGE B. DRAKE, or Capt. J. SCHUYLER CROSBY, Assistant Adjutant- General: I have been out some distance and have met nothing. What cavalry 1 have here I have sent to Labadieville with orders to go from there toward Lake Verret, looking for the enemy. Major Clybourn has also gone out from Napoleonville with all the force at his command. More cavalry ought to be sent me in the morning. R. A. CAMERON, Brigadier-General of Volunteers. MORGAJNZA, September 11, 1864. (Received 2.30 p. in.) Captain FARRINGTON, Aide-de- Camp: Brigadier-General Dennis writes me under date the 8th that he has arrived safely with his command at the mouth of White River, and ha Page 152 152 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. his men comfortably located in camp. He reports communication open to Little Rock, and sent his dispatches to Major-General Steele on the gun~boat Rocket. Saint Charles is in the possession of our forces. General Mower, with his command, left that. point on the 8th instant for Little Rock. M.. K. LAWLER, Brigadier- General. GENERAL ORDERS, IIDQRS. 1sT BRIG., 3D Div., 19TH A. C., No. 1. Morgauza, La., September 11, 1861. Agreeably to orders from corps headquarters, the undersigned hereby assumes command of this the First Brigade. WM. MoE. DYE, Golonel Twentieth Iowa. HDQRS. SECOND BRIG., SEC OND Div., 19TH ARMY CORPS, Saint Charles, Ark., September 11, 1864. Lient. WILLIAM E. KUHN, Acting Assistant Adjutant. General: SIR: I reached this point this afternoon after a very disagreeable trip. We moved very comfortably in the Pringle until yesterday after- noon about 3 oclock a log got entangled in the wheel aud broke out three of the buckets and arms. We tried to navigate with one wheel, but found it impracticable. Stopped for repairs which detained us until 8 p. m. Just as we were ready to resame our journey a steamer coming down the river rounded to and anchored close by. The captain c-ame on board and informed me that without an expert White River pilot it would not be safe to attempt moving in the night. Neither of my pilots ever having run White River, concluded to wait until morning. Put out pickets and remained undisturbed until daylight this morning when we resumed our trip. After proceeding about two miles the pilot ran the vessel onto a sand-bar. I was standing on the hurricane deck at the time, and thought it very strange that an experienced pilot could commit so gross a breach of common sense, it being evident to me that he was clear out of the channel. We proceeded about one mile farther, when it was reported to me that the vessel had sprung a leak and was rapidly filling. Immediately went to the hatch and found about ten inches of water in the hole, pumps out of order, and wholly inadequate to throw out as fast as the water rushed in. Stores becoming wet, when we immediately began to hoist out. Just as I got the ammuni- tion and clothing out, the steamer Mittie came along, hailed her, and got aboard with Captain Henley and orderly, and came on. After traveling about three miles, met the steamer Melonette and gave the captain a written order to proceed to the Pringle, report to Lieut. Col. John A. McLaughlin, of the Forty-seventh Indiana, and take off a sufficient number of the men and loading to light the Pringle so she could come over the bars. He did as directed and brought up 400 men, reaching here about 5 p. m. The Primi~le reached the landing here at about 8 oclock this evening. All the officers with whom I have con- versed unite in saying the pilot, Lucas, used every effort possible, in their judgment, to sink the Pringle. The result of the damage as. re- ported to me by Captain Massie, acting commissary, and Lieutenant I3rugh, acting quartermaster, is as follows: 2 barrels of sugar, 2 bar Page 153 CaAP. LTII.1 CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 153 rels of groni;d coffee 2 barrels of flour, and 2 barrels of beans are about half destroyed; and of the quartermasters store~, 7 sacks of oats, making 1,120 pounds. This pilot, Lucas, is most eminently a Southern gentleman, born in Georgia near the line of Florida, and, judging from the complexion of skin and the kinks in his hair, is either of Seminole or Congo extraction, and I would respectfully suggest that he may possibly be a rebel spy acting in the capacity of a professional pilot. Whatever may be his ancestry he is wholly unfit as a pilot, and in my j udgment should be excluded from the profession hereafter. Would send him down under guard if I did not think him too contenip- tible to thus honor. The captain, Murdock, did what he could to get aloug, but he has no command of his crew. Colonel Greene, of the Twenty-ninth Wisconsin, reached here last evening about 8p. m. Was informed by the commander of the gun-boats, immediately on his arrival, that a rebel force, reported 300 strong, with four pieces of artil- lery, expected to make an attack upon them this morning, lie imme- diately moved his regiment from the boat inside tIme fortifications; put out a picket of 100 men. Soon after the two sections of the Seventh Massachusetts Battery came up on the Hamilton Belle, and under the command of Lieutenant Bean. They were placed in position ready for action at any moment. The night wore away, morning dawned, and to their great disappointment the 300 rebels with their four pieces of ar- tillery did not appear, and all yet remains quiet at Saint Charles. I have placed the regiments in camp in good position, as follows: The Forty-seventh Indiana on the right, the Ninety-ninth Illinois on the left, the Twenty-first Iowa in the center, inside the outer line of forti- fications, and the Twenty-ninth Wisconsin and One hundred and twentieth Ohio as a reserve on the inside of the inner line of works. Our position is strong and we can defend it against any as~ault the enemy can make against us, care not what his reasonable numbers may be. The cavalry, under command of Captain Graham, Eighty-seventh Illinois, are camped on the right of the Forty-seventh Indiana and to their rear, neaV the bank of the river. Have pickets out about half a mile. Will revise and correct the picket-line to-morrow. Since reach- ing here have learned of three rebel soldiers recently returned from the army. One is said to be discharged, came home yesterday. Will send the cavalry out in the morning and try to arrest them. If successful will send them down to you the first opportunity. Think I can get forage plenty in the country and also fresh n~at in abundance. Will try and l)ie55 into the service a sufficient number of negroes and mules out of which to manufacture cattle drivers. Have located four pieces of the artillery on the outer works bommanding the whole front, and two pieces in the inner works as a reserve. Think and believe our position cannot be successfully assailed. Two gun-boats are lying in the river. Will report to you from time to time when anything occnrs worthy of notice. I have the honor to be, very respectfully, your obedient servant, J. H. SLACK, Colonel, Commanding. SPECIAL ORDERS, ~ HDQRS. DISTRICT OF EASTERN ARKANSAS, No. 240. Helena, Ark., AS~eptember 11, 1864. * * * * * * * II. Pursuant to Special Orders, No. 209, from h~adquarters Depart- ment of Arkansas, the One hundred and forty-third Illinois Infantry is hereby relieved from duty in this District of Eastern Arkansas, an Page 154 154 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. will proceed without delay to Alton, Ill., and report to the super- intendent volunteer recruiting service for the purpose of being mustered out at the expiration of their term of service. The quartermasters department will furnish the necessary transportation. * * * * * * * By order of Col. William Crooks: F. B. SNOW, Acting Assistant Adjutant- General. GENERAL~ ORDERS, HDQRS. FIRST DIV., 16TH ARMY CORPS, No. 52. )~ Xear Brownsville, Ark., September 11, 1864. Information has been received at these headquarters that gross out- rages have been committed by soldiers of this command upon the per- sons and property of loyal citizens of Brownsville, Ark. In oneinstance the clothing, valuables, and household goods of a lady who is the wife of a Federal officer were taken and destroyed ,and the owner insulted and abused. Brigade commanders will at once take measures and use their utmost endeavors to ferret out the miscreants who perpetrated these outrages and bring them to punishment. If the individuals can- not be identified the regiments to which they belong will be assessed the amount of damages sustained, and if the regiment cannot be found the damages will be assessed upon the brigade, if possible, to discover that to which they belong. By order of Maj. Gen. Joseph A. Mower: J. B. SAMPLE, Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF YICKSBURG, Vieksburg, Miss., September 11, 1864. Maj. C. T. CHRISTENSEN, Asst. Adjt. Gen., illilitary Div. of West Mississippi: Reports continue to come iu showing concentration of troops in the vicinity of Jackson. The public talk is an attack on this place with the purpose of capture. A man here received yesterday a letter from his sister at Yazoo City, saying that she had just seen General Ross, who was lately at Atlanta, and hcard him say that he was appointed to meet Polignac at Jackson, and that a demonstration would be made on Natchez to induce me to send troops from here to its relief, when this place would be assaulted. I have no signal officers here and they are very essential in case of attack. I request that four officers, with their proper attach6s, be sent to me as soon as possible. When it be- comes certain that an attack will be made I shall ask for more troops. I have the honor to remain, N. J. T. DANA, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS, Saint Louis, Mo., September 11, 1864. Hon. B. M. STANTON: From General Thomas dispatch* of this evening and the verbal report of a staff officer of General Steeles I am inclined to think the rebels will make a strong demonstration to force the line of the Arkansas, *SCO Tliornas to Stanton, copy of which was sent to Rosecrans, p. 149 Page 155 c~~IAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 155 and make a formidable invasion of this State. After the orders given to General Smith l)y General Ilalleck, which were to operate with Mower, I have carefully considered the distance and uncertainty of effectiiig anything except in conjunction with General Steele. I con- cluded that it would be best for his and any other force put at my dis- posal to encamp at Cape Girardeau a few days to await developments. If they go inland, transportation must be provided. If wanted below, they are on the river, equally convenient to move in that or this direc- tion. Next to pntting theiii wholly at my disposal for a movement by Rolla and Springfield for the offensive in the southwest, this seems advisable, and in the impossibility of consulting General Canby you must decide. W. S. ROSECRAKS, Major- General. SPECIAL ORDERS, TJEADQTJARTERS SAINT Louis DISTRICT, No. 191. 5 saint Louis, Mo., AS~eptember 11, 1864. * * * * * * * III. The commanding officer Second Sub-District will relieveand send to Saint Louis all of the One hundred and thirty-fifth and One hun- dred and forty-fifth Illinois Volunteers in the Second Sub-District. * * * * * * * By order of Brig. Gen. Thomas Ewing, Jr.: H. HANNAIIS, Lieutenant and~ Acting Assistant Adjutant- General. PILOT KNOB, Mo., September 11, 1864. Brigadier-General EwJN~: Captain McElroy has information of 1,500 rebels at Doniphan, Mo., alI(i fears an attack on Patterson. JAMES WILSON, Major, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF CI~NTRAL MISSouRI, Warrensburg, Mo., September 11, 1864. Maj. Gen. W. S. ROSECRANS, Commanding Department of the Missouri, Saint Louis: GENERAL: I have the honor to acknowlede the receipt of your tele- graph directing me to prepare secretly the Second Colorado Cavalry to report to General Curtis. The reduction of the effective force of the First, Fourth, and Seventh Missouri State Militia by re-enlistment and removal to Saint Louis, the necessary mustering out of the One hundred and thirty-fifth Illinois, 100-days men, this week the delay in muster- ing in the Forty-fifth [Missouri], in consequence of the in~tructions of Colonel Bonneville not to muster six and twelve months men in the same regiment, will generally weaken this command; and if the Second Colorado moves out of the district beibre other troops arrive to take their place it will necessarily leave the country in a very exposed posi- tion. The organization of citizens is not completed under Order 107 Page 156 15~ LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [OHA?. tilt and when done it will require time to restore confidence hi their ability to protect themselves, during which the use of regular military forces will be required. I submit these views to your consideration. I am, very truly, your obedient servant, E. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General of Volunteers, Commanding. MACON 1\ Col. 0. D. GREENE, To., September 11, 1364. Assistant Adjutant-General and Chief of Staff: Colonel Beveridge and the additional battalion of his regiment will be of great service to this district, and I will see that their service is properly directed while they remain in the district. All the available troops of my command that can be spared from garrison duty will, for the present, operate in Chariton, Howard, Boone, Randolph, Audrain, and Monroe Counties, ai id the new troops are going into the brush after the whackers fast as mounted. CLINTON B. FISK, Brigadier- General. SAINT JOSEPH, Mo., September 11, 1864. Col. 0. D. GREENE, Assistant Adjutant-General: Upon returning to my headquarters this morning I find serious trouble brewing in Nodaway Qounty, and go to that region to give it personal attention to-night. Twenty-five of the best citizens of the county are here as refugees from a marauding band of midnight rang- ers, who are serving notices upon their neighbors to leave the county within five, ten, or fifteen days, or suffer death, & c. I can stop this quickly by going up into that region. I have forwarded notices to the leading men of the couri+y to meet the Committee of Public Safety with myself to devise measures to stop the infernal business. I shall have to lay my hands heavily upon certaiii loyalists, but the evil must be promptly checked or a reign of terror will extend over the four northwestern counties. The troops are well at work in the Boone and Howard district. I shall visit Glasgow in person during the week. CLINTON B. FISK, Brigadier- General. SAINT JOSEPH, September 11, 1864. General DOUGLASS, Mexico or Glasgow: (Operator at Allen will find his whereabouts.) Let the most vigorous work against the guerrillas in the Boone-How- ard district go on. You now have a large three. Push the infantry after their haunts secretly~ The gun-boat Fanny Ogden will be at Glasgow to co-operate. Give the villains a big turn. Keep me posted daily, if possible. CLINTON B. FISK, Brigadier- General Page 157 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 157 CITY POINT, VA., September 12, 1864. Maj. Gen. M. C. MEIGS, Quartermaster- General: I have been told by an officer traveling over the route between the Mississippi and Little Rock, Ark., that the arr~ngemelltS for supplying the army are wretchedly deficient, and show the grossest neglect of the interests of the Government on the part of many of the officers, both post commanders and qnartermasters. Can you scud an inspector to look into this matter ~ Either Colonel Biggs or Bingham would be good officers to send. U. S. GRANT, Lieutenant- General. NEW ORLEANS, LA., & ptember 12, 18643 p. m. (Received 19th.) - Maj. Gen. H. W. HALLECK, Chief of Staff: The latest information from General Steele is to the 4th, and from the mouth of White River to the 8th instant. General Steele has been re-enforced by 12,000 troops5,000 from Memphis and 7,000 from Rey- nolds corps. Mowers division has gone to Little Rock; the detach- ment of the Seventeenth Corps from Saint Charles to Devalls Bluft~ Saint Charles will be reoccupied by troops from General Reynolds corps, in order that the re-enforcemeuts may proceed up White River without obstruction or delay. General West is still in pursuit of Shelby. General Steele is of the opinion that the bulk of Kirby Smiths army will be thrown against him. Some of the Texas troops have reached the Saline. I have directed General Reynolds to relieve the detach- inent of the Seventeenth Corps and send it to General Sherman. Geii- eral Taylor is now in command of the Department of Mississippi and Alabama, and is concentrating his troops at Jackson. The rebels are collecting supplies at Montgomery, possibly in expectation of a move- ment from the Gulf. They have ordered the removal or destruction of all cotton west of Pearl River. Cortina has crossed the Rio Grande to escape the French forces operating from Bagdad, and has been noti- fied by the commanding officer at Brazos Santiago that on surrender- ing his arms and ammunition his party would be received as refugees, and that his presencein the territoryof the United States as an armed enemy of a neutral power would not be tolerated. E. R. S. CANBY, Major- General. GENERAL ORDERS, HDQRS. MIL. Div. OF WEST MISSISSIPPI, No. 47. New Orleans, La., September 12, 1864. The following officers are hereby announced as composing the staff of the major-general commanding the Military Division of West Missis- sippi: Brig. Gen. J. W. Davidson, U. S. Volunteers, chief of cavalry; Brig. Gen. James Totten, Missouri State Militia, chief of artillery and ordnance; Col. C. C. Dwight, One hundred and sixtieth New York Vol- unteers, agent for exchange of prisoners; Lient. Col. C. T. Christeimsen, assistant adjutant-generab Lient. Col. John M. Wilson, assistant in- spe~tor-geiierab Lient. Col. Charles G. Sawtelle, chief quartermaster; Lient. Col. C. B. llinsdill, chief commissary of subsistence; Lient. Col Page 158 158 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. E. P. Vollum, medical inspector, U. S. Arniy, chief medical officer; Lieut. Col. William H. Wood, First lIT. S. Infantry, provost-marshal- general; Maj. iDe Witt Clinton, judge-advocate; Maj. Framnk W. Mars- ton, chief signal officer; Capt. M. D. MeAlester, U. S. Corps of Eiigi- neers, chief engineer; Capt. John F. S. Gray, assistant adjutant-general; Capt. B. F. Morey, assistant adjutant-general; Capt. George S. Mel- ville, aide-dc-camp; Capt. Clarence T. Barrett, aide-dc-camp; Capt. W. G. FulleV, assistant quartermaster, assistant superintendent of military telegraph; Capt. James G. Patton, Thirty-third Missouri Volunteers, acting assistant inspector-general; Capt. Alfred Fredberg, Eighty- fourth U. S. Colored Infantry, acting assistant adjutant-general. By order of Maj. Gen. E. R. S. Canby: C. T. CHRISTENSEN, Lieutenant- Colonel and Assistant Adjutant- General. SPECIAL ORDERS, ~ HDQRS. MIL. Div. oiia WEST MISSISSIPPI, No. 126. New Orleans, La., September 12, 1864. 1. The commanding officer Sixty-seventh Indiana Volunteer Infantry, having reported his regiment at these headquarters, in compliance with Special Orders, No. 115, paragraph 8, from these headquarters, will pro- ceed without delay to Morganza, La., and report to the commandiug officer at that point. The quartermasters department will furnish the necessary transportation. * * * * * * * By order of Maj. Gen. E. R. S. Canby: B. F. MOREY, Captain and Assistant Adjutant- General. GENERAL ORDERS, ~ HDQRS. DEPARTMENT OF THE GULF, No. 126. New Orleans, September 12, 1861. The following organization of districts is published for general information: The District of Baton Rouge and Port Hudson, including the Dis- tricts of Baton Rouge and Port Hudson, commanded by Maj. Gen. F. J. Herron. The District of West Florida and Southern Alabama, includin gthe troops serving in Mobile Bay and those in the District of West Florida, commanded by Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger. By command of Major-General Banks: GEORGE B. DRAKE, - Assistant Adjutant-General. SPECIAL ORDERS, HDQRS. DEPARTMENT OF THE GULF, No. 246. New Orleans, September 12, 1864. * * * * * * * 3. The Provisional l)ivision, established by paragraph 10, Special Orders, No. 228, from these headquarters, will be under the command of Brig. Gen. T. W. Sherman, commanding l)efenses of New Orleans, for the purpose of better organization and system. G~neval Sherman Page 159 CHLP. Liii.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 159 will take the necessary steps for perfecting the organization. The regi- ments of this division will report as formerly to their district corn- niander, sending copies through the commanding officers of their brigades to Brig. Gen. T. W. Sherman, commanding Defenses of New Orleans and Provisional Division. 4. Lient. Col. William S. Abert, assistant inspector-general, will, in addition to his other duties, temporarily assume charge of the cavalry bnrean of the department, relieving Maj. J. P. Sherburne, assistant adjutant general, U. S. Army. * * * * * * * By command of Major-General Banks: C. S. SARGENT, Acting Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS DEFENSES OF NEW ORLEANS, New Orleans, September 12, 1864. Major DRAKE, Assistant Adjutant- General Department of the Gu~f: I have the honor to request that a re~iment of cavalry be ordered to report to Brigadier-General Cameron, commanding La Fonrehe District, without delay, for temporary service. I have also to request that the naval commander on this station co-operate with the army in an expe- dition which I propose sending without delay to the junction of Bayou Pigeon and Grand River. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, T. W. SHERMAN, Brigadier- General, Commanding. [Indorsement.] HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE GULF, New Orleans, September 13, 1864. Respectfully forwarded. It is recommended that a regiment of cavalry be ordered from the cavalry division at Baton Ronge to report to General Cameron for the better protection of his district. It is also recommended that General Shermans snggestion concerning the co-operation of the navy be fav- orably considered. - N. P. BANKS, Major- General, .Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DEFENSES OF- NEW ORLEANS, New Orleans, September 12, 1864. Major DRAKE. Assistant Adjutant- General, Department of the Gn~f: I have the honor to request that a i~egiuient of cavalry be ordered to report to Brigadier- General Cameron, commanding La Fourche District, without delay, for temporary service. * * * Very respectfully, your obedient servant, T. W. SIIEItMAN, Brigadier- General, Commanding Page 160 1430 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [~3IAr. 1111. [First indorsement.] HDQRS. MILITARY DIVISION OF WEST MISSISSIPPI, New Orleans, September 14, 1864. Respectfully referred to Brig. Gen. J. W. Davidson, chief of cavalry of the division, for remark. By order of Maj. Gen. E. R. S. Canby: C. T. CHRISTENSEN, Lieutenant- Colonel and Assistant Adjutant- General. [Second iiidorsement.] OFFICE CHIEF OF CAy., MIL. DIV. OF WEST MISS., September 14, 1861. There is no cavalry in reserve in the Department of the Gulf. I know of no regiment serving in districts or with the Nineteenth Army Corps that can be spared away from its present duties. 1 recommended a few days ago if more cavalry were needed in the La Fourche District that the Third Rhode Island be remounted. Respectfully submitted. J. W. DAVIDSON, Brigadier- General and Chief of Cavalry. HEADQUARTERS DEFENSES OF NEW ORLEANS, New Orleans, September 12, 1864. Commodore PALMER, U. S. Navy, Commanding, & c.: COMMODORE: The expedition I proposed for your co-operation thi3 other day, and which fell through in consequence of your gun-boat hav- ing rather successfully anticipated us on Bayou Pigeon, I still see the necessity of. I shall have a force near the head of Lake Natchez at any time wheu I am to be assured that a gun-boat will be there. It can go by the way of Bayou Pigeon, but will you~ Should you consent let me know at what time you can have a boat there. It is absolutely necessary, you know, to be sure and make the junction to be of good effect. Commodore, can I assist you in any way in keeping open Grand River all the way from Palourde to Bayou Pigeon ~ Any suggestions you can make on this important subject I wonld thank you for. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, T. W. SHERMAN, Brigadier- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DEFENSES OF NEW ORLEANS, Neu Orleans, September 12, 1864. Brig. Gen. R. A. CAMERON, - Commanding La Fourelie District: Your communication of the 10th instant has been received and laid before the commanding general. The following are his orders indorsed thereon: This expedition is very well, anti it is similar to one which was contemplated some days ago, when, before it eoul(l be organize(1, it was foun(i that the navy had antici- pated us in Bayou Pigeon. The proposed expedition is prmxlising, and I approve of it; but two things must be insisted on in pursuing it: First. The poiut and tim Page 161 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 161 of junction of the several parts of the expedition must be well considered and punc- tually conformed to. Second. In any expedition of this sort the main object must not be lost sight of, viz, the maintenance of the La Fourche Bayou. Everything is secondary to this; therefore, whilst endeavoring to cut off the enemy on Grand River no advantage mnst remain with him on the La Fourche. Jam, sir, respectfully, FliEDERJC SPEED, Assistant Adjutant- General. THIBODEAUX, AS1ejpternber 12, 1864. (Received 1 p. in.) Major CHRISTENSEN, Assistant Adjutant- General: A citizen. Mr. Peter Toell, a trustworthy, loyal man, and who I be- lieve to be perfectly reliable, has just conie in, arid reports that two miles above Labadieville he was accosted by the rebel Capt. Bailey Vin- cent, with nine badly armed men, all on foot. He satisfied Vincent that he was a rebel, and Vincent sent him here to ascertain how many troops we had, how much artillery, how much cavalry, what kind of troops, whetheru Eastern or Western men. He was also to ascertain how many troops were at Brashear. lie promised him a large pecu- niary reward and gave him a dollar to purchase late papers with. My cavalry here are & xhausted, but I have ordered three companies from Kapoleonville to look for him. My theory is that it is a reconnaissance from the force concentrated at Franklin. If he was the advance of a large force he would Dot stop to purchase late paI)ers. I am further borne out iu this by the reports of the cavalry force which returned to Napoleonville frour Lake Verret this morning, which report that they could find no one, but that the citizens affirm that small l)arties were traversing the lake yesterday and were seemi in the woods on this side. To watch this large territory I should have at least 100 more cavalry sent to this place. li. A. CAMERON, Brigadier- General, (Jo inmanding. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF ARKANSAS, & C, Little Rock, Ark., September 12, 1864. Maj. Gen. E. R. S. CANBY, Commanding Military Division of West Mississippi: Colonel Erskine, Thirteenth Illinois Cavalry, with 300 cavalry, drove in the enemys pickets at Monticello on the 10th instant, and ascer- tained positively that there were three brigades of infantry, commanded by Parsons, Hawthorn, and Dockery, numbering about 4,000, with two 12-pounder and four 6-pounder guns. Prisoners captured said that 7,000 cavalry and 7,000 infantry, under Generals Walker and Prince Polignac, were on their way to Monticell6 from Louisiana, and that the cavalry were already on Bayou Bartholomew, twenty-three miles from Monticello. No troops at Princeton except 150 cavalry. Parsons division of infantry, 2,500, left there for Camden on the 9th instant. Deserters say Price had from 8,000 to 15,000, with sixteen pieces of artillery, and that he had a large amount of arms and ammunition for recruits. They think he has gone to Missouri. Lanes brigade, 1,000 strong, attacked Colonel Erskine on the Warren road, who cut his way 11 R RYOL XLl~ PT 11 Page 162 [CHAP. LIIL 162 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. through, losing 20 men, killing as many of the enemy and capturing 8 prisoners, 1 lieutenant severely wounded, who confirmed part of the information above given. Shelbys men, who were scattered over the country foraging, were ordered to rendezvous at Batesville yesterday. I am not yet informed whether all of Prices command had got across the Arkansas. They drive in our scouting parties. The troops from. Memphis are at Brownsville, under Major-General Mower, fitting out an expedition against Price. I hear nothing of Magruder lately, but suppose he is at Camden. F. STEELE, Major- General. P. S.J have just learned that Fagan is encamped four miles above Lewisburg. They know we have re-enforcements. This may change their plans. WAn DEPARTMENT, Washington, & pternber 12, 1864. Col. P. B. SAOKETT, Inspector- General, U. ~. Army, Louisville, Ky.: Lieutenant-General Grant desires an inspection of the Department of Arkansas. He is informed that there are many irregularities between Helena and LittleiRock that need correction. Special attention will be given to the manner of guarding and protecting stores on the routes between the Mississippi and Little Rock. You will proceed to make the inspection indicated by Lieutenant-General Grant. By order of the Secretary of War: JAS. A. HARDIE, Colonel and Inspector- General. LITTLE IRoCK, September 12, 1864. Maj. Gen. J. A. MOWER: Your division, the cavalry division under Colonel Winslow, and the brigade under Colonel Moore, all at Brownsville, will constitute a force under your command to operate against Price and Shelby. Please assume command and make requisitions on the chief assistant quarter- master and acting commissary of subsistence at these headquarters for such supplies and transportation as may be required. It will perhaps be best to start with ten days rations and as much forage as can be hauled. Transportation and rations to make up the deficit of what is at Brownsville will be sent from here to meet you at Austin. I can probably give you more cavalry. Fagan is reported encamped four miles above Lewisburg. There are three brigades, about 4,000 men, and six pieces of artillery at Monticello. General Walker and Prince Polignac are moving on that place from Louisiana with 7,000 cavalry and 7,000 infantry; the cavalry is now on Bayou Bartholomew, twenty- three miles from Monticello. This information was developed by recon- naissance from Pine Bluff.* I heard nothing of the Texas troops that were said to be moving up. I may pay you a visit to-morrow. Gen- eral Canby has sent re-enforcements from Morgauza. General Dennis division is at mouth of White River and one brigade at Saint Charles. Maj. Gen. J. J. Reynolds is in command of the whole. F. STEELE, Major- General. See Claytons report, Part I, p. 75 Page 163 C~.& r. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 163 IIDQR~. SECOND DIVISIoN, SEVENTH ARMY CORPS, Devalls Bluff, & ptember 12, 1864~ ABRAHAM LINCOLN, President qf the United States: BEAR SIR: It 110W looks as if Price was aiming for Missouri and that his threatening attitude toward Little Rock was to cover his real movement. It appears that quite a force of cavalry, perhaps Fagans, has crossed the Arkansas near or at Dardanelle, and it is not unlikely that Price himself is across. Reports from Shelbys camp are that the movement is toward Missouri, and from an escaped prisoner, who left Shreveport three weeks ago, I learn that the same rumor was ~urrent there. Their purpose, however, may yet be to attack our lines. I understand General Steele intends to take the field against the enemy, but I apprehend no move will be made for a week. Major-General Mower, with a division of nearly 4,000 effectives, is just arrived at Brownsville, half way between here and Little Rock. A force, perhaps a brigade, arrived at Saint Charles night before last. General Dennis division was at the month of White River waiting for transportation to come up. Probably he will take the boats that brought up General Mowers divisioii, and so be here soon. You will think it singular, per- haps, but it is a fact that the force here under my immediate command is less than 1,000 men, though the division I command numbers more than 14,000 in the aggregate. Some of my division is at every post, four regiments and a battery being at Pine Bluff. I had hoped that b efore now we would have been in Texas and been re-enforced by 10,000 colored troops at least. There are thousands of negroes in that State for the service, and if commanders go there who have any zeal in bring- ing them into the service they will be procured. I am sorry I cannot predict anything promising in this State. Hoping this will find you in good health, 1 am, truly yours, C. C. ANDREWS, Brigadier- Gi~neral. IIDQRS. SECOND DIVISION, SEVENTH ARMY CORPS, Devalls Bluff, Ark., September 12, 1864. Capt. C. H. DYER Assistant Adjutant- General: We have an effective force at this post of 25 officers and 446 men, in- fantry; 21 officers and 303 men, cavalry; 2 officers and 111 men, Com- pany D, Second Missouri Artillery (6 guns); Battery M, Second Mis- souri Artillery (3 guns), 1 officer and 64 mennot effective for want of serviceable horses and harness. C. C. ANDREWS, Brigadier- General, Commanding. HDQRS. THIRD BRIG., SECOND DIV., 7TH ARMY CORPS, Austin Ark S Capt. C. II. DYER, .~ eptember 12, 1864. Assistant Adjutant- General, Little Pock, Ark.: My patrols report that from the information they can procure from citizens, Shelby and Bobbin are moving from Batesville in this diree- tion. I do not give this much credence, but it may be true. I hav Page 164 [CHAP. LIIL 164 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. sent several scouts on all the roads leading in that direction. My force is too small to send out large scouting parties and do my foraging and picketing. W. F. GEIGER, Colonel, Commanding. WAR DEPARTMENT, September 12, 186411.20 a. m. Lieutenant-General GRANT: The following telegram* has been received from General Rosecrans. You will please answer it and give to General IRosecraiis such instruc- tions as you think the military exigenc~reqnre5. Secretary of War. CITY POINT, YA~, September 12, 1864. Major-General HALLECK, Chief of Staff: General Rosecrans telegram of 11th to Secretary of War in relation to placing A. J. Smith at Cape Gim ardean under his (Rosecraus) orders is just received. I think it probable Cape Girardeau is the place where Smith should be to watch the movements of Price and to prepare him- self for land travel but in moving into the interior he should go as light as possible, purchasing supplies from the loyal and taking from the disloyal. Going to that point, lie will necessarily be nnder Rose- crans orders. You may so instruct him. If Smith is acting now under information which 1 have not got he need not change his course. If matters have not changed, however, since his last dispatch, direct him to go to Cape Girardean and report to General Rosecrans. Direct General Rosecrans at the same time that this force is put at his dis- posal to expel Prices forces from Missouri and Arkansas and to co- operate with other troops sent from Memphis for the same purpose. U. S. GRANT, Lieutenant- General. WASHINGTON, September 12, 186411 a. in. Major-General RoSECRANS, Saint Louis, Mo.: General Grants orders are that General A. J. smith will operate against Price & Co. as he may deem best, and that you will give him all the assistance in yonr power. General Washburn must decide for himself in regard to the horses of the Seventh Kansas. H. W. HALLECK, Major- General and Chief of Staff. WAR DEPARTMENT, Washington, September 12, 1864. Maj. Gen. W. S. ROSECRANS, Comdg. Department of the Missouri, Saint Louis, Mo.: The Secretary of War directs me to say that your dispatch of yester- day has been referred to Lieutenant-General Grant, who will give the See Ro~ecrans to Stanton, September 11, p. 154 Page 165 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 165 necessary instructions thereupon. The Secretary of War further directs that your atteutiou be again called to paragraph 451 of the Army Reg- ulations, which indicates the office of the Adjutant-General as the proper channel of your official correspondence with this Department. Should you not be able to communicate with General Canby, in the event of needing instructions as to military operations, you will address yourself to Lieutenant-General Grant through the Chief of Staff of the Army. By order of the Secretary of War: JAS. A. IIAItDJE, Colonel and Inspector- General U. S. Army. S - HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE MIssOURI, INSPECTOR-GENERALS OFFICE, Maj. ~. D. GREENE, Saint Louis, lEo., September 12, 1864. Assistant Adjutant- General, Dept. of the Missouri: MAJOR: I have the honor to report that, pursuant to instructions from the major-general commanding the department, I went to Alton, Ill., on the 10th instant to inspect the prison and troops stationed there as guards. I found the prison in admirable police, and all the improve- ments and alterations which were in progress when the general comn- manding last visited it going on well and rapidly. There is great need of a steam engine to force water for the use of time prison, mind I recoin- umend that one be sent there immediately. On the 9th instant a party of forty-six rebel prisoners on timeir way to work outside the prison attacked their guard, nine men of the Alton Battalion, and succeeded in obtaining some of their muskets. The guard, however, behaved with the utmost promptitude and energy; and the result was the killing of 7, the wounding of 5, and the recapture of all but 2 of the rebels. Much praise is due to the prison inspector, Lieutenant Dyhrenfurth, who will make a full report of this affair. I found the quarters occupied by the fonr companies of Colonel Lackeys One hundred and forty-fifth Illinois Volunteers in a disgracefully filthy condition, and the men ~Il the quarters were but little better. No officers were present with tIme muen, and it did not. appear that any kind of care was given to them. I called upon Colonel Lackey, and upon inquiring as to the reason of thins great neglect, lie stated that he k~imew nothing about it; that line supposed the men were getting along well enough, bat that he had not been to their quarters since they had been there. He stated that lie would appoint an inspector and remnedy the evil. I respectfully recoin- mend that Colonel Lackey be dismissed the service for inefficiency and neglect of duty. I find from Colonel Rodgers, who is organizing time Alton Gnard, that he is progressing well, and will have eight or nine companies by the 17th instant. General Copeland gave me every assistance in my inspection and seemed thoroughly ac~uaintcd with matters in his (listrict. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, EDW. MCK. HUDSON, Inspector- General, Department of the Missouri. [Indorsement.] The general commanding regrets to learn from the report of the departmnent inspector time criminal neglect of duty of Colonel Lackey, appointed by the Governmemit to the commnand of a regiment and sent by the comnmnandiug general to Alton as a mark of special confidence i Page 166 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAr~ tIll. 166 his military capacity and desire to succeed. This officer allowed his command to neglect the most ordinary rules of police, and gives in excuse that he was not aware of their condition because he had not been to see them. This neglect was in itself a great fanlt, but such an excuse shows that Colonel Lackey is unworthy of his position. In hopes this reprimand will be sufficient to deter him and others in future from such neglect of duty, the general directs this order to be published to the troops in this dcpartment. ~. ~. ROSECRANS, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE MISSOURI, Saint Louis, September 12, 1864. Brigadier-General McNEIL, Rolla, Mo.~ Sanborn reports Freeman on Spring River, fifteen miles below Salem, Ark. Rumored at Pilot Knob that a portion of Shelbys command is at Doniphan. Take best care of what you have. Look after the trains going to Springfield. I will send re-enforcenients soon. I expect Seventh Kansas from Memphis. Keep me l)osted. W. S. ROSECRAINS, Major- General. SAINT LouIs, September 12, 1864. General BROWN, Warrensbur.q: There will probably be an attempt by the rebels an(l guerrillas in North Missonri to escape south soon. Prepare for it. The Fanny Ogden will be wanted. The information I give came from their own camp last Satur- day night. We must destroy all of them we can. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. SPECIAL ORDERS, (IIDQRS. DISTRICT OF CENTRAL MISSOURI, No. 196. Warrensbnrg, Mo., September 12, 1864. * * * * * - * 2. The following disposition of the troops of the First Cavalry Mis- souri State Militia will be made by Lient. Col. B. F. Lazear, com- manding Second Sub-~istrict, immediately on the receipt of this order, to wit: One company will be stationed at New Frankfort, and three companies at Marshall, Saline County. Maj. A. W. Mullins is hereby assigned the command of the troops in Saline County (as above indi- cated), with headquarters at Marshall, and will cause the country along the eastern line of La Fayette County to be constantly and thoroughly scouted. Capt. Milton Burns, with four companies, will move at once to and establish his headquarters in the vicinity of Mound Prairie Church. Captain Burns will cause the country to the west of and along the line of the Lexington and Warrensburg road to be constantly scouted, and will see that scouts move daily so as to act as a guard for the stage at the ?nore exposed portions. Lieutenant-Colonel Lazear will instruct the officers- of his command that the general commandin Page 167 ~AP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC .UNION. 167 expects greater results from their labor than have been produced during thepast month. The war on the peaceable citizens and the property of the country should end and that on the guerrillas be renewed. Having complied with this order, Lieutenant-Colonel Lazear will repair to and assume command of the troops in the immediate vicinity of Lex- ington. Major Mullins and Captain Burns will, until further orders, report direct to these headquarters. By order of Brigadier-General Brown: 5. II. STEGEH, Assistant Adjutant- General. KNOBNOSTER, September 12, 1864. Brigadier-General BROWN: I have reliable information that there is a lot of bushwhackers east of here on railroad track. They fired on citizens this morning. W. D. WILSON, Lieutenant, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS, lVarrensburg, September 12, 1864. Lient. W. I). WILSON, Knobuoster: The general commanding desires more definite information. How many bushwhackers are reported and how far from your station l It they arenot too strong for you to attack take every man you have and move on them. Call out the citizens to hold the town during your absence. Answer at once. 5. II. STEGER, Assistant Adjutant- General. KNOENosTER, September 12, 1864. Capt. 5. H. STE~ER, Assistant Adjutant- General: I obtained my information from Mr. Cooper, whose brother they killed a few weeks ago. He says they were seven miles east on the railroad; he could make no estimate of numbers. I have but nine men here with me that could go, as W. E. Chester has the rest of my men in search of a horse thief, by order of Captain Ferguson, but if you desire that I should attack them please let me know soon. W. D. WILSON, Lieutenant, Commanding~ HEADQUARTERS, Warrensburg, September 12, 1864. Lient. W. D. WILSON, Knobnoster: Move out at once, and if imprudent to attack ascertain their number and movements. In future do not wait for orders in cases of this kind. By command of Brigadier-General Brown: 5. II. STEGET~, Assistant Adjutant- General Page 168 168 LOUISIANA AN]) THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. rCHAP. LIII. WARRENSBURG, September 12, 1864. Col. T. A. SWITZLER, Sedalia: A band of guerrillas reported to be on the railroad between Knob- noster and Dresden. Send a guard of ten men on the passenger train and a like guard on the freight train to-night. By command: J. HI. STEGEIR, Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF SOUTHWEST MISSOURI, Springfield, Julio., September 12, 1864. Maj. 0. D. GREENE, Assistant Adjutant- General, Saint Louis: Colonel Freeman has camped with his command on Spring River, about fifteen miles below Salem, on the border of Lawrence County, Ark. Only small parties have come into the State. A scout from Hartyille killed 3 Confederate soldiers in a fight in Texas County. One had a furlongh from Shelby and the other two from Freeman. Jackmans brigade, composed of Coffees, Schnables, and Hunters regi- ments or commands, is at Batesville. Shelby, with the balance of his command, has moved south of Jacksonport. All the people and troops in and about Batesville say that this rebel force intends to move into Missouri as soon as the weather is cool enough to enable them to move rapidly without spoiling their horses. JOHN B. SANBOItN, Brigadier- General, Commanding. SAINT LoUIS, September 12, 1864. General SANBORN: Your dispatch received. I wish you to use great caution and be ready for Shelbys movement. I apprehend that he will move by way of Pilot Knob arid Waynesborough to Cass County and thence into Kansas. Have the new twelve-months infantry thoroughly drilled. Report their condition by telegraph. Keep open your communication with General Brown; advise hitim of such things as you deem impor- tant, so that complete co-operation may take place. W. S. IROSECIRANS, Major- General. SAINT LOUIS, September 12, 1864. Generals FISK and DOUGLASS, Mexico, Jib.: Mexico operator reports some rebels at High Hill, 20 there and 500 more guerrillas threatened. Possibly this may be of use to know in moving on the rebels. Where is Forbes ~ W. S. ROSECRAKS, Major- General Page 169 CHAP. LIH.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.IJNION. 169 HDQRS. FIRST SUB-DISTRICT OF SOUTH KANSAS, Mound City, September 12, 1864. Capt. GEORGE S. HAMPTON, Assistant Adjutant- General, District of South Kansas: SIR: I would respectfully request that the major-general command- ing the District of South Kansas send to this sub-district, if possible, two mountain howitzers, as, in my opinion, it is very essential for the efficiency of this command and the protection of the border counties. I am, sir, very respectfully, your obedient servant, C. iR. JENNISON, Colonel P~fteenth Kansas Vol. Car., Comdg. F4st Sub-District. SPECIAL ORDERS, ~ HDQRS. DEPARTMENT OF NEW MEXICO, No. 36. Santa FJ, N. Mex., September 12, 1864. * $ * * * * * IV. Maj. Edward B. Willis, First Infantry New Mexico Volunteers, will proceed without delay to Fort MeRac, N. Mex., and assume com- mand of that post. * * * * * * * By command of Brigakiier-General Carleton: BEN. C. CUTLER, Assistant Adjutant- General. HDQRS. DIST. OF MINNESOTA, DEPT. OF THE NORTHWEST, Saint Paul, Miun., September 12, 1864. Licut. Col. C. P. ADAMS, Commanding Port Abererombie: MAJOR: Your dispatch of 4th instant has been duly received at these headquarters. The intelligence of the arrival of 350 lodges of Sioux Indians at the British settlement near Fort Garry will necessi- tate increased vigilance on the part of the officers charged with watch- ing the approaches to the frontier, as the very destitution of these savages may impel them to attempt depredations before the setting in of winter. These lodges doubtless coigposed a portion at least of the camp on the Missouri Cotean known to contain an assemblage of the most desperate villains from several of the bands from which have is- sued the raiding parties that have to some extent infested the border settlements. No doubt they will do all the mischief they can, but Gen- eral Sibley does not share your apprehensions of an attack on Captain Donaldsons command, as it is not probable the Indians will attempt any demonstrations on so large and well-appointed a force as his, un- less at a great and manifest advantage. You will please direct the officers in command of detached posts or parties to be particularly cautious and watchful, so as to be prepared for any emergency that may arise. A Government train of supplies for Fort Abercrombie is now on the way and will reach that post between the 20th and the end of the present month, and General Sibley directs that you take all re- quisite means to escort it safely to and from its destination. Applica- tion has been made to these headquarters by the Indian agent of the United States for the Chippewas for an escort for the annuity goods, & c., to the crossing of Red Lake River, where tI ic payments are to b Page 170 170 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. made. Should the major-general commanding approve of the applica- tion the escort will necessarily be ordered from the battalion under your command, and you will therefore hold yourself in readiness to answer any requisition that may be made upon you from these head- quarters. The train will probably go across from Chippewa Station to Otter Tail and take the direct route to the place of payment. The es- cort, if ordered, will be required some time in the latter part of this month. By command of Brigadier-General Sibley: Very respectfully, your obedient servant, IR. C. OLIN, Assistant Adjutant- General. WASHINGTON, September 13, 186411.30 a. m. lieutenant-General GRANT, City Point, Va.: In accordance With your previous instructions to me I directed Gen- eral A. J. Smith to take charge of the expedition against Price & Co., and to select his own line of operations after consulting with General iRosecrans and others. I so~informed General iRosecrans, and directed him to assist Smith all he could. Smith answered that he would wait for further news from Price before deciding, but thought it probable that he would move by Saint Lojiis and Itolla. Is it now your wish that these orders be countermanded, and that Smith report for orders to General IRosecrans ~ Before acting on your telegram of yesterday I wish you to understand precisely what orders have already been given. II. W. HALLECK, Major- General and Chief of Staff. CITY POINT, VA., September 13, 18643 p. m. Najor-General HALLEUX, Chief of Staff: My instructions of yesterday for Smith were in answer to a dis- patch from General IRosecrans to the Secretary of War, which was referred to me. With the instructions you had already given Smith I believe I would prefer that they shonld remain unaltered. U. S. GRANT, Lieutenant- General. IIEADQUART~RS SPECIAL SCOUTS, On Board Steamer Ida May, near Grand Gulf, Miss., September 13, 1864. ~Colonel CHRISTENSEN, Assitant Adjutant-General, Mil. Div. of West Mississippi: SIR: I have the honor to inform you that General Buckners com- mand is reported to be at or near Monroe, La. His force and position about the same as when I last reported them to you. I inclose to you a letter which was taken from a Confederate soldier (Mr. C. A. Wilson) whom I captured to-day six miles back of Saint Joseph, La., by which you will learn that part of General Forrests command was in Mobil Page 171 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC .UNION. 171 on the 5th of September and that they meditate an expedition to Ten- nessee, to ~start on the 6th. The letter was intrusted to him to carry, and I have no reason to suppose that he knew the contents, and his own statement in regard to affairs in Mobile corresponds exactly with the statements made in the letter. I therefore forward it for your information in case these movements were not known, as I think the reports of his command being near Vicksbnrg or Natchez is a blind to cover his actual movements. I missed getting a large Confederate mail which I expected to find there, but think some future effort will be more successful. I staid at Saint Joseph but a few hours, as the machinery of the boat needs some repairs, and I am now on my way to Yicksburg for that purpose. I am, sir, with great respect, your most obedient servant, I. N. EARL, First Lieutenant, Commanding Special Scouts. [Jnclosure.] MOBILE, AL A., September 5, 18G4. Col. S. M. HYAMS, Natchitoches, La.: (Kindness of Mrs. Ch. Wilson.) Mv DEAR FATHER AND MOTHER: A portion of General Forrests commftnd reached here yesterday, my regiment with it. We anticipate leaving to-morrow for Middle Tennessee, rear-of Shermans army. We are having a very laborious campaign, breaking down horses and men. An old college mate of mine, Charles Wilson, with his wife, is a resi- dent above Natchitoches, on the river. Any assistance that you can render them Will be highly appreciated by them, a~id will be doing me a favor. It is useless to give you any news, as they will be able to give it to you more fully. I have made arrangements with the Louis- iana committee at this place to mail all my letters to you as I forward to them. Send mine to their care, and they will forward them to me; be sure to address my command. General Morgan was surprised sonic time since in Kentucky and killed. His loss is very much lamented, yet I never had any confidence in him as [ani able or efficient geiieral. The Yankee fleet is in sight of Mobile, firing occasionally on our water batteries. It is quite interesting to see them making very feeble attacks. I cant account for not receiving letters from some of you. Please write to me. Remember me kindly to the judge and family. Kiss all for me. Affectionately, your son, ~. M. HYAMS, JR., Lieutenant- Colonel. GENERAL ORDERS, HDQRS. DEPARTMENT OF THE GULF, No. 129. New Orleans, September 13, 18G4. It having been officially reported that many prisoners are at the pres- ent time confined in the various jails of the city used by the military authorities, without any charges, and in many cases without knowledge on the part of the keepers of the prison, or of the provost-marshals, of any offense having been committed by them, and such continuous arrests without accusation or trial being wholly without justification, it is therefore ordered that when prisoners are sent to any place of confine- ment by or under the order of any officer of the army, they shall b Page 172 172 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSJSSIPpJ. ECHAP. LIII. accompanied by written charges and specifications, and such state- ments as to facts and evidence as may be necessary for trial by court- martial, military commission, or provost court, with names and resi- dence of witnesses. Provost-marshals and all keepers of prisons or places of confinement subject to military authority are forbidden, on pain of penalty attached to disobedience of orders, from receivinb pris- oners not accompanied with charges and specifications as above, except in cases where it is shown that compliance with this order was imprac- ticable or impossible. In such cases the names of the officers or per- sons bringing prisoners to places of confinement will be taken by the keeper, who will forward them to the provost-marshal of the parish of Orleans, who will see that proper charges are made and the prisoners brought to trial without unnecessary delay. By command of Major-General Banks: GEORGE B. DRAKE, Assistant Adjutant- General. SPECIAL ORDERS, HDQRS. DEl ARTMENT OF THE GULF No. 247. New Orleamns, September 13, 1864. * * * * * * 2. Batteries A, B, and F, [First] Missouri Light Artillery, will be temporarily formed into two batteries by transferring the officers and enlisted men of Battery 13 to Batteries A and F, in such proportions as will make their numbers equal. To carry out this order the consoli- dation of Batteries A and F, authorized by paragraph 10, of Special Orders 206, from these headquarters, will be broken up. Capt. J. T. Foster. acting chief of artillery, is charged with the execution of this order. * * * * * * * 19. Col. Charles Hamilton, One hundred and tenth New York Volun- teers, is hereby assigned to the command of the District of Key West and Tortugas until snek time as the assignment of a general officer can be made or until further orders. * * * * * * * By command of Major-General Banks: C. S. SARGENT, Acting Assistant Adjutant- General. NEW ORLEANS, September 13, 1864. Brig. Gen. M. K. LAWLER, Commanding: The major-general commanding directs that one of the strongest regi- ments of your command be held in readiness to embark at a moments notice for Natchez, in case that place should be so seriously threatened as to induce General Brayman to call on you for assistance. Please send an officer to Natchez by first opportunity to notify General Bray- man to this effect. He will deliver to him a copy of the following dis- patch, which has been sent to General Dana at Vicksburg this after- noon: I will hold troops in readiness to re-enforce Natcliez, if imcessary. General Bray- man sliould not attempt to hold the town if threatened by a heavy force, hut conce Page 173 CBAI~. LLH.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 173 trate everything at the forts. If the troops employed in protecting the plantations are required for this purpose they should be drawn in and the negroes brought in with them. If you are threatened by a heavy force communicate with General Rey- nolds, in Arkansas, who may be able to send you assistance sooner than it can reach you from here. Both at Natchez and Yicksbnrg the force should be able to hold the works agaiust any force that can be brought against them, and all other questions will be subordinate to this. E. R. S. CANBY, Major- General, Conuaanding. C. T. CHRISTENSEN, Lieutenant- Colonel and Assistant Adjutant- General. VICKSBURG, Miss, September 13, 1864., Lieutenant-Colonel CHRISTENSEN, Assistant Adjutant- General: Arrived at 12 in. to-day. Will leave as soon as steamer can coal. Lieutenant Yermilya, Thirty-sixth Iowa, was taken prisoner with train at Marks Mills, near Saline River, between Pine Bluff and Cam- den, in April last; made his escape from Tyler, Tex., on 17th August; arrived at Xatchez 11th instant. General impression through the country is that a movement is on foot against Steele or into Missouri, or both. Heard that rebel army was concentrating at Monroe; saw many men deserting and going home, particularly Texans. Crossing Mississippi River was contemplated, but is now, he thinks, abandoned, many men refusing to cross, though it is reported that part of Polignacs division had crossed about Gaines Landing. One regiment of mounted infantry, commanded by a colonel called Dog Smith, was dismounted and mutinied, and was marched to Alexandria under guard. Estimates the total force, infantry and cavalry, of rebels west of Mississippi ilot to exceed 18,000; says rebel army continually decreasing; no more men to conscript. Some say Price is going into Missouri with cavalry only; others with cavalry and all Missouri regiments to recruit, and others again contend the march iiito Missouri cannot be made. Would suggest that Eighth New Hampshire Regiment be ordered to Natchez. Have conversed with General Dana, who thinks one white regiment will answer for that post. The. Twenty-eighth and Twenty-ninth Illinois, now at Natchez, cannot prudently be moved until replaced by a white regiment. Very respectfully, ~-. ~. REYNOLDS, Major- General. HDQns. MILITARY DIVISION OF WEST Mis~issipp~, New Orleans, La., September 13, 1864. Maj. Gen. N. J. T. DANA, Commanding District of Vicksburg, T7ieksburg, Miss.: GENERAL: I will hold troops in readiness to re-enforce Natchez,if necessary. - General Brayman should not attempt to hold the town if threatened by a heavy force, but concentrate everything at the forts. If the troops employed in protecting the plantations are required for this purpose they should be drawn in and the negroes brought in wit Page 174 174 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. them. If you are threatened by a heavy force communicate with Gen- eral iReynolds,in Arkaiisas, who may be able to send you assistance sooner than it can reach you from here. Both at Natchez and at Vicks- burg the force should be able to hold the works against any force that can be brought against them, and all other questions will be subordi- nate to this. I send a copy of this to General Brayman. E. R. S. CANBY, Major- General, Commanding. Your dispatch of the 25th of August has just been received; it has been nineteen days on the way. The respective naval officers will be notified. NEW ORLEANS, September 13, 18643.30 p. m. (Received 17th.) Maj. Gen. C. C. WASHBURN: Your dispatch of the 9th instant has been received. Unless Sherman seriously needs A. J. Smiths division retain it at Memphis until affairs in Arkansas have assumed a more settled shape. The movements on the river may prevent my re-enforcing Steele to a greater extdilt than has already been done. E. II. S. CANBY, Major- General. SAINT LoUIs, September 13, 1864. (Received 15th.) 4aj. Gen. C. C. WASHBURN, Memphis: General ilalleck says you must use your discretion about taking Sev- enth Kansas horses. Please hurry them up. General Mower and all the available cavalry ought to follow the rebels up White River, if pos- sible to subsist them. No doubt Price will be on us soon. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. SAINT LoUIS, September 13, 186411.30 p. m. (Received 15th.) Maj. Gen. C. C. WASHBURN, I Memphis: General Busseys verbal report, who arrived from Little Rock, via your headquarters, gives confirmatory evidence of the views expressed in your last dispatch. General Smith and I think Mower, who is prob- ably not iieeded at Devalls Bluff should move directly by water to Cairo and report by telegraph for orders. General Smith moves by water to Sulphur Springsthe shortest distance by water from Pilot Knob thence to move according to circumstances. Will yku please give orders accordingly l W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General Page 175 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 175 SAINT LouiS, September i~, 1864. CoMMANDING OFFICER GENERAL A. J. SMITHS COMMAND: (Care of the Commanding Officer Cape Girardeau, Mo.) Dont disembark the troops until you hear from General Smith. Re- port your arrival there by telegraph, and how long it will take your boats to come thence to Saint Louis. W. S. ROSECHANS, ]Jhjor- General. SAINT LouIs, September 13, 1864. Maj. JOHN ROUGH, Asst. Adjt. Gem., on Steamer Longworth, Cairo, Ill.: You will issue orders directing the troops of the Third Division to move up the river to Cape Girardeau and disembark and go into camp at that point. Take with you ten days rations and forage. Order the discharge of all of the steamers, except two of the smallest and best boats. Select your camp in reference to defense. I will join you at Cape Girardeau. Telegraph inc as soon as you are ready to move, or have important information for me. A. J. SMITH, Major. General. SAINT LouIs, September 13, 1864. Maj. JOHN ROUGH, Asst. Adjt. Gen., on Steamer Longworth, Cairo, Ill.: You will order the Third Division up the Mississippi to Sulphur Springs, just below the mouth of the Meramec, and disembark at that point. If the Autocrat is one of our boats get others to bring her troops and baggage, as she cannot get up. Telegraph me at once how soon you will be able to leave. I will meet you at Sulphur Springs. If some of the steamers have left send forward immediately and order not to disembark at Cape Girardean. A. J. SMITH, ]iliajor- General. CAIRO, ILL., September 13, 1864. Maj. Gen. A. J. SMITH: Will leave with whole command at 10 a. m. to-morrow for Sulphur Springs. J. ROUGH, Assistant Adjutant- General. SPECIAL ORDERS, ~ HDQRS. THIRD DIV., 16TH ARMY CORPS, No. 66. Cairo, Ill., September 13, 1864. * * * * * * V. The transports con~eying the Third Division, Sixteenth Army Corps, will move out in the following order at precisely 9 a. m. to-mor- row, September 14, 1864: First, Nicholas Longworth; second, W. 11. Arthur; third, Monsoon; fourth, Kennett; fifth, Golden Era; sixth, Edward Walsh; seventh, Bostona, No. 2; eighth, Sioux City; ninth Page 176 176 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. Stephen Decatur; tenth, Jatan; eleventh, Silver Spiay. The boats will continue to move in this order until the command arrives at its destination, unless otherwise directed. By order of Col. William T. Shaw: JAMES B. COMSTOCK, Acting Assistant Adjutant- General. SAINT LOUIS, Mo., September 13, 1864. Brigadier-General MCNEIL, Ilolla, Mo: I think most probably Price will be in with 5,000 or 6,000 cavalry, either by you or over to the west, or by Pilot Knob and across your way. Have the utmost care that everything shall be safe inside the fort. W. S. ROSECIRANS, Major- General. Major-General ROSECRANS, WARRENSBURC~ September 13, 1864. Saint Louis: Major Kelly reports from Tipton bands of guerrillas south of the railroad, moving toward the Osage Hills and River; his troops in pur suit, nnmber not stated. A band of thirty-five had a fight at Long- wood this morning with Citizen Guards; result not knowit. Major Mullins had a skirmish near Dover on the 10th instant; captured 2 horses and 3 equipments. Do not know that any of the guerrillas were killed. E. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General of Volunteers, TIPTON, September 13, 1864. Capt. JAMES H. STEGER: I would respectfully report my headquarters and train at this place. My command is in small scouts over Cooper County and northern portion of this. Will concentrate here to-morrow evening. The guerrillas are south of the railroad in small bodies making for the Osage Hills. My men in close pursuit. G. W. KELLY, Major Fourth Cavalry Missouri State Militia, HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE MISSOURI, Saint Louis, Mo., September 13, 1864. Brigadier-General BROWN, Comdg. District of Central Missouri, Warrensburg, Mo.: GENERAL: I am directed by the commanding general of the depart- ment to acknowledge the receipt of your l~ommunication of the 11th instant, respecting the removal of the Sec~nd Colorado Cavalry from your district, and to inform you that a regiment will be ordered to report to you in a very few days to take the place of that regiment. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, J. F. BENNETT, Assistant Adjutant- General Page 177 CH~. I4~~1 CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 177 Capt. ~. II. STEGER, SEDALIA, & pternber 13, 1864. Assistant Adjutant- General: A rebel command entered Longwood this uiorning at 8 a. in., number- ing from thirty-five to fifty men. The command there on duty, twenty men, are supposed captured. There was a fight going on. W. ARGQ, SAINT Louis, & ptensber 13, 1864, Brigadier-General SANBORN, ASpringfield, iWo.: You stand a fair chance to get a visit from Price & Co. Concentrate your forces carefully and secure your property. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- GeneraL SPRING-FIELD Mo Major-General ROSECRAr~S , ., September 13, 1864, Commanding Department of the Missouri: Would you recommend the withdrawal of the troops from the posts on the western border or the post of Cassyille at once? Has Price crossed the Arkansas River? Respectfully, JOHIX B. SANBORN, Brigadier- General, Commanding, HEADQUARTERS, AS1aint Louis, September 13, 1864. Brigadier-General SANBORN: Price and Fagan, with about 5,000 mounted men and four pieces of artillery, are said to have crossed the Arkansas at iDardanelle last Thursday. My impression is that he will advance, if at all, by IRolla and pass north and cast of you throngh Missouri into Kansas. If you have scouts out time the concentration of your outposts so that you may lose nothing and yet not disturb the enemy too soon. To that end make your arrangements beforehand cai~efully. Look to the trains. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major. General. CASSYILLE, September 13, 1864. General SANBORN: Buck Brown is reported in the vicinity of Bentonville with 200 men; threatened to take the first train to Fayetteville. I have corralled the train the other side of Keetsville. Have ordered all the mounted men from White River, and will re-enforce the escort as soon as possible. More mounted men are needed here. Respectfully, & c., HUGH CAMERON, Lieutenant- Colonel Second Arkansas, ~7Jommanding Lost. 12 R RYOL XLI, PT II Page 178 178 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [ChAP. LIII. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF SOUTHWEST MISSOURI, k~pringfield, Mo., September 13, 1864. Lieutenant-Colonel CAMERON, Commanding, Cassrille: I have ordered two squadrons mounted to procced to Cassyille. JOHN B. SAI~BORN, Brigadier-General, Commanding. SAINT LOUIS, Mo, September 13, 1864. Brigadier-General FISK, Comdg.. Dist. of North Missouri, Saint Joseph, Mo.: Send Colonel Bradshaws regiment down here forthwith. By order of Major-General iRosecrans: J. F. BENNETT, Assistant Adjutant- General. SAINT LoUIS, Mo., September 13, 1864. General FISK, Saint Joseph, Mo.: It is reliably reported that the militia company on duty in Knox County are taking property and otherwise behaving in a shameful manner. Send an officer there to put a stop to it and take measures to punish the offenders. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major-General. SAINT LouIs, September 13, 1864. General FISK: The general commanding directs me to say in his opinion operations against the guerrillas in Howard, Boone, & c., ought to be pushed with the utmost vigor; that there should be one controlling head for all the columns, and that head ought to be in such position as to communicate with all column commanders with the greatest rapidity. The general thinks it probable you can take the field with good effect. At any rate, please inform these headquarters if you cannot change your headquar- ters temporarily with beneficial effect upon present operations. 0. D. GREENE, Assistant Adjutant- General and Chief of Staff. SAINT JOSEPH, Mo., September 13, 1864. Col. 0. D. GREENE, Assistant Adjutant- General: Following just received: MACON, September lii?, 18648 p. in. General Fisx: I have just started three companies down the road, one to march on Milton, one on Middle Grove, the other to strike due east from Cairo at. one of their crossings. My men will be at the three most prominent places in that country by daylight. WM. FORBES, Colonel Forty-second Aliissourt VOllflLtf3erS Page 179 Cuir. LIH.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 179 General Fisk has gone to Atchison and Nodaway Counties. Con- siderable disturbance there, mostly of a political character. Brad- shaws regiment will be ready to move as soon ~s the final muster is made, which will probably be done to-morrow. The arms for the two regiments have not yet arrived; are on the road, and will be dis- tributed as soon as received. W. T. CLARKE, First Lieutenant, First Nebraska Cavalry, and Aide-de- Canep. MEXICO Mo Major-General ROSECRANS , ., September 13, 1864. Commanding ~ of the Missouri: Colonel Forbes is at Macon. The main force of the rebels north of the Missouri River is in Boone and Howard. J. B. DOUGLASS, Brigadier- General. SAINT Louis, September 13, 1864. Brigadier-General DOUGLASS, Mexico, Mo.: Have you charge of the movements of the troops ~ They must be rapid and wisely taken. You have not told inc in what parts of these counties the rebels are nor the number in each camp. Is everything going on well ~ Answer Huntsville; will have an office temporarily. W. S. ROSECRAKS, Major- General. SAINT JOSEPH, September 13, 1864. General DOUGLASS, Mexico, Mo.: The following just received: SAINT Louis, September 13, 1864. Brigadier-General FISK: The operator from High Hill reports that the rebels entere4 that place on the evening of the 12th about twenty strong, captured the railroad depot, destroyed the telegraph instruments, & c. The rebels stated that a force of 500 would be at High Hill to-day. The gang scattered ih the town, plundering indiscriminately. Please take steps to punish this outrage promptly. By order of Major-General Rosecrans: J. F. BENNETT, Assistant Adjutant-General. Act upon this at once. By order of Brigadier-General Fisk: W. T. CLARKE, Aide-dc- Camp. CAMP ON SOLOMON RIVER, September 13, 1864. Maj. Gen. H. W. HALLECK, (Received 7 ~. m. 16th.) Chief of Staff: I struck this river near 100th parallel. Sent scouts out to the hea4 of Saline, finding no large body of Indians; divided command; sent large portion up valley to strike OFallons Bluff. With remaining 28 Page 180 180 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII, came down, si~ouring country on all sides. Buffalo plenty. Indians only in small parties escaping south. Shall reach settlements ou Smoky Hill to-morrow. No signs of great concentration of Indians. Bands of hunters steal and scalp, but can be routed by small armed force. Stage stations, ranches, and settlements have inclosures for themselves and stock, and a few troops carefully distributed can pro- tect settlements and lines of commerce. S. H. CURTIS, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE MISSOURI, Saint Louis, September 13, 18G4. Major-General CURTIS Comdg. Department of Kansas, Fort Leavenworth, Kans.: We learn directly from General Steele that Price crossed the Arkan- sas last Thursday at The Dardanelles with abont 5,000 men, and while it is reported that he is coming into Missonri, and we are preparing for him, I think you should be on your guard. He may go up by Pilot Knob, join Cooper, and go into Kansas. W. S. ROSECRAYS, Major- General. FIELD HEADQUARTERS, Camp on Solomon River, September 13, 1864. Maj. S. S. CURTIS, Aide-de-Camp: Divided my army of 628, sending part, nnder General Mitchell, west, to return to Platte Valley near Cottonwood, and come down with re- mainder, 285. Buffalo plenty, but Indians only in small, shy bands. Hope to reach settlements to-morrow. S. H. CURTIS, Major- General. FORT KEARNY, NEBR. TER., September 13, 1864. COMMANDER OF THE POST: SIR: On the 8th instant myself and General McKee (deputy U. S. surveyors), in company with our corps, numbering twenty-one men, left this post en route for the field of operations. On the second day ont, when near the Republican River, we saw small Indian signals both southwest and east of us, and toward night several small parties of Indians were seen actively moving from l)oint to point. On the follow- ing day toward evening we were camped on Turkey Creek, a tributary of the Republican. We were suddenly attacked by a considerable force of the red skins, and, after a brisk skirmish, we drove them oft We lost 5 head of work oxen. They then fired the prairie for miles along the Republican, above and below us, and we were compelled to fall back toward Fort Kearny in the night, and were pnrsued by them for fifteen or twenty miles, but escaped without the loss of a man. There is no doubt but a considerable force of hostile Indians are con- centrated on the Republican River south and southwest of this point. Yours, ANGELL AND McKEE, Deputy U. S. Surveyors Page 181 CRAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 181 Major-General CURTIS, DENVER, September 13, 1864. Fort Leavenworth: Troops en route to Valley Junction and Lathain; company to each. Have a company at old Fort Lupton. Shall I order abandonment of Camp Collins ~ Latham supports Fremonts Orchard and is better with a force at Jnnction, which ought to be. No Indians on the Platte up this way for ten days. Am sending troops to the Arkansas. In- dians still in that region, and threaten to be large force of them. J. M. CIIIVINGTON, Colonel. IIDQRS. MILITARY iDIYlSION OF WEST MISSIsSIPPI, OFFICE OF THE CHIEF SIGNAL OFFICER, New Orleans La Maj. Gei. E. II. S. CANnY, , ., September 14, 1864. Comdg. Mit. Div. of West Mississippi, New Orleans, La.: GENERAL: I have the honor to submit to your consideration a state- ment of the information received at this office this 14th day of Septem- ber, 1864, from the following sources: A report from John M. Smylie, New Orleans, La., September 14, and the statement of Mrs. Lyle, Vicks- burg, Miss., September 8. Mr. Smylie reports the condition of the country east of the Mississippi as follows: The country between the Mississippi River and the Jackson and New Orleans Railroad has a sufficient snpply of forage to subsist a large cavalry force and provisions for the men, and to prevent as much as possible any decrease in that supply the farmers, under published instructions from Richmond, are raising nothing but grain and meat, all of which is turned over to the army, except a bare subsistence for the farmer and his family. East of the railroad the same rule is observed, but the country is so poor that it would not subsist 1,000 men and horses for a month. If the 300 or 400 cavalry now west of the railroad were driven east of it they could not get supplies nearer than the Mobile and Meridian Railroad, and then only by shipment. The force east of the railroad are kept there for the purpose of keeping open the communication with the forces west of the Missis- sippi River to guard a large amount of Governm~mt cotton stored in that country and to harass the trade on the river, with instructions to encourage smuggling which is carried on to a considerable extent along the river, lake, and Gulf coast. At nearly all the small towns and vil- lages in this country, and especially along the lake and Gulf coast, they have an officer with a small squad of men stationed to assist the smug- glers and arrest deserters and conscripts. The officers and men belong to the Conscript Bureau and are badly armed and poorly equipped. The country from Jackson to Mobile is hilly, pine country, but badly watered; no subsistence for either man or beast. Along the railroad at every station there is an officer with a few men, usually old men or boys, as provost guard. There is a small force of the same mate- rial mounted, whose duty is to patrol the country, arrest deserters and conscripts. This constitutes the entire force from Jackson to Mobile. Wirt Adams headquarters are at Jackson and his force along the Big Black; they number about 2,500. Scotts headquarters are at Clinton, La., and his force scattered all over Southwest Mississippi and East Louisiana, and number froiu 1,500 to 2,000. Mrs. Lyle states that Forrest was in Jackson on the 5th iimstant with a force of cavalry esti- mated at 10,000 and sixty guns. He had beemi joined by Wirt Adam Page 182 182 LOUISIANA AND TilE ThANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIlT. command and part of Dick Taylors, which had just crossed the Missis- sippi below Natchez by means of the boats sent from Meridian through Jackson, Miss. Other forces are said to be crossing above Memphis. Dick Taylor was at Meridian awaiting his troops. Forrest had two pontoon bridges across Pearl River and others reserved. It is generally believed that he intends to attack Vicksbnrg. The report made by C. T. Carpenter in regard to the affnirs in the Red River country are not considered reliable. I am, general, very respectfully, yofir obedient servant, PRANK W. MARSTOX, Major, Signa( Corps, U. S. Army, Gommanding. U. S. S. VINDICATOR, Natchez, September 14, 1864. Maj. Gen. E. R. S. CANnY, Comdg. Miii. Div. of West Mississippi, New Orleans: GENERAL: One of the gun-boats of this division, the Rattler, was so unfortunate as to have 18 of her crew captured by a portion of Harri- sons cavalry some nights since. The commander landed his men in disobedience of orders and fell into aii ambuscade laid for him by the rebels. The men were paroled, and are now on board the Rattler. Rather than send them to Cairo, I wonld like very much to exchange them. General Brayinan tells me he is constantly picking up prison- ers, and with your permission he would turn over to me a sufficient number to effect the exchange. If this is agreeable to your wishes, upon hearning from you, I will communicate with Colonel Harrison and endeavor to effect this specific exchange. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, THOS. 0. SELERIDGE, Lieitt. Commander, Comdg. Fifth Div., Mississippi Squadron. GENERAL ORDERS, HDQRS. MIL. Div. OF WEST Mississippi, No. 48. 5 New Orleans, La., September 14, 1864. The further exchange of prisoners of war having been suspended by the order of the lieutenant-general commanding the Armies of the United States, all prisoners of war now held at any post within the limits of this command will be sent to depots at the North with as little delay as is consistent with safe transfers. Detachments from Vicksburg and points above that place will be sent via Cairo, and from points below that place via New Orleans. Commanding offi- cers will see that each detachment is sent nuder charge of a suitable guard, commanded by a commissioned officer, and, whenever practica- ble, advantage will be taken of the opportunity afforded by troops returning hence to be mustered out of service. In addition to the rolls required for the Commissary-General of Prisoners, an extra roll will be furnished the officer in charge of each detachment, who will note on it any changes that may have occurred while the prisoners were under his charge, and return it to the commander from whom he received the prisoners with the receipt of the officer (indorsed on the roll) to whom they were delivered. These rolls with the remarks of the several com- mamiders will then be forwarded to the provost.marshal-general at these headquarters. By order of Maj. Gen. E. R. S. Canby: C. T. CHRISTENSEN, Lieutenant- Colonel and Assistant Adjutant- General Page 183 ~EAP. Liii.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC .UNION. 183 SPECIAL ORDERS, IIDQRS. MIL. Div. OF WEST MississiPpi, No. 128. 5 New Orleans, La., September 14, 1864. * * * * * * * II. The light battery formerly attached to the Mississippi Marine Brigade (discontinued) is hereby attached to the First Regiment Mis- souri Light Artillery. Its commanding officer will report to the coin- manding officer of that regiment, and to the Governor of the State of Missouri for assignment. * * * * * * * By order of Maj. Gen. E. 11. S. Canby: B. F. MOREY, Captain and Assistant Adjutant- General. IIDQRs. MILITARY DIVISION OF WEST Mississippi, New Orleans, La., September 14, 1864. Maj. Gen, N. P. BANKS, Commanding Department of the Gu~j New Orleans, La.: GENERAL: With reference to the communication of Brig. Gen. T. W. Sherman, of the 12th instant, requesting that a regiment of cavalry be ordered to report for temporary service to Brigadier-General Cam- eron, commanding District of La Fourche, and the co-operation of the naval authorities in an expe(lition about to be made, I am directed by the major-general commanding to say that you will please cause the Third Rhode Island Cavalry (dismounted) to be remounted to supply this requisition for cavalry, and that Commodore Pahuer has been requested to give the necessary orders to cause the co-operation of the naval commander with General Cameron, and of his compliance you will have prompt notification. B. F. MOREY, Captain and Assistant Adjutant- General. HDQRS. MILITARY DIVISION OF WEST Mississippi, New Orleans, La., September 14, 1864. Maj. Gen. N. P. BANKs, Commanding Department of the Gulf, N~w Orleans, La.: GENERAL: It is the desire of the major-general commanding that the detachment of First Texas Cavalry, referred to in your communication of this date , should be sent to Brazos Santiago for service with the com- panies of the First Texas now serving there, inasmuch as they were enlisted to serve in Texas and are dissatisfied to serve elsewhere. The writer of this understood that the necessary orders had been issued on referring the matter to General Canby this morning, which was the occasion for sending the officer in charge to departuient headquarters. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, B. F. MOREY, Captain and Assistant Adjutant- General. SPECIAL ORDERS, HDQRS. DEPARTMENT OF THE GULF, No. 248. New Orleans, September 14, 18Q4. - * * * * * * * 24. The detachment of the First Texas Cavalry, recently arrived in this city from Morganza, will 1)1-oceed by fist boat to Brazos Santiago Page 184 184 LOUISIANA AND THE ~VRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. Lull. Tex., and be reported to the commanding officer of the detachment of the regiment at that post. The quartermasters department will furnish the necessary transportation. * * * * * * * By command of Major-General Banks: C. S. SARGENT, Acting Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS U. S. FORCES, Brazos Santiago, Tex., September 14, 1864. Maj. GEORGE B. DRAKE, Assistant Adjutant- General, Department of the Gulf: MAJOR: I have the honor to submit the following report of the action taken by me relative to the fact that an armed body of Mexican troops had crossed the Rio Grande above our lines, of which I advised you in a recent report. In the evening of the 8th of September I ordered Maj. E. J. Noyes, commanding detachment First Texas Cavalry, to move with his command up the Rio Grande to the point where the troops had crossed the river, and instructed him to demand of them the surren- der of all arms and warlike stores, and to offer them the protection of the United States as refugees. I also instructed him that if he found it necessary in order to defend himself agaiust the rebels to allow the refugees to temporarily resume their arms. Major Noyes proceeded agreeably to the above instructions aud the Mexicans willingly surren- dered upon the demand being niade. They were not commanded by Governor Cortina, as I was at first informed, and hence reported to you, but by Col. Miguel Echarzarreta, Cortina not having moved his headquarters to this side of the river. Shortly after the surrender had been effected our forces were attacked by the rebels with nearly double their number, and according to my instructions the refugees were allowed to resume their arms and fought bravely with our men. After a short engagement, iu which one piece of Mexican artillery was used, the rebels were repulsed with great loss. They rallied and again attacked and were again repulsed, so a third time, after which Major Noyes, being short of ammunition, fell back two miles and took a stronger position. Fearing that the rebels would receive re-enforce. ments from Brownsville, and would succeed in getting possession of the artillery which the refugees had surrendered to us, I advanced on the 11th, with 200 of the Ninety-first Illinois and two pieces of artillery, as far as Whites Ranch, and ordered Major Noyes to fall back with his command to that place. The rebels followed with a force of about 600, but I soon routed them with my artillery. On the morning of the 12th I returned to camp, bringing with me all refugees who had crossed the river, their arms and warlike stores. Affixed to this report is a state- mnent (which I respectfully submit as a part of the same) with u-egard to the number of refugees and the number and character of their arms. No casualties attended us in any of the above encounters, except one U. S. soldier captared and several refugees. We took no prisoners, but tIme killed and wounded of the enemy must have been great. The refugees have been very quiet and orderly since their arrival in camp, and I understand that many of them evince a desire to enlist in the U. S. Army. Hoping that this will meet with your approval, I am, very respect- fully, your obediemit servant, ll.M. DAY, Colonel, Commanding U. S. Forces, Brazos Santiago Page 185 ThAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC,UNION. 185 Statement of the number of Mexican refugees at Brazos S ntiago, Tex., the nionber and character of their arms, amount of artillery, number of horses, i-c. Officers 13 Men 290 Muskets, caliber .69 27 Eufield rifles, caliber 58 195 Whitney muskets, caliber .~8 24 Cavalry horses with equipments 22 Mules 10 6-pounder rifled brass guns 3 Rounds of cartridges, different caliber 1, 200 Rounds of assorted ammunition 76 I certify that the above statement is correct. H. M. DAY, Colonel, Commanding fT S. Eorcss. [Indorsement.] HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE GULF, New Orleans, September 19, 18G4. Respectfully forwarded to the Adjutant-General of the Army for in- formation. N. P. BANKS, Major- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DEFENSES OF NEW ORLEANS, New Orleans, September 14, 1864. Brig. Gen. H. A. CAMERON, Commandinq La Fourche District: The general commanding directs that you have the order for the remounting of the Eighteenth New York Cavalry put into execution with the least possible delay, and that you report as soon as the regi- ment is ready for cavalry service. I am, sir, respectfully, FREDERIC SPEED, Assistant Adjutant- General. OPPOSITE DONALDSONYILLE, September 14, 18G4. (Received 8.40 a. in.) Major DRAKE, Assistant Adjutant- General: My scouting party have just returned from White Hall and report all quiet there. No Confederates have been there for three days. The gentleman reporting his store robbed simply saw one sergeant bf the First Louisiana Cavalry walking around and meeting friends, having obtained a furlough from Morgauza to visit White Hall, where he originally lived. Your obedient, TIJOS. LOGAN, Lieutenant- Colonel, Commanding 118th Illinois. HEADQUARTERS U. S. FORCES, Miorganza, La., September 14, 1864. Col. A. W. TERRELL, Commanding C. S. Forces, Bayou Atchafalaya: SIR: Your comiunnication, by flag of truce, in reference to the alleged dechratious of the soldiers of the First Texas Regiment, U. S. Army Page 186 186 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIIL to take no ~ri~oners is received. In reply I have the honor to inform you that yonr letter was referred to Col. E. J. Davis, of the First Texas Cavalry, for report. His answer, * with a communication* from Maj. A. F. Holt, of the same regiment, touching the affair of July 28, are approved and inclosed herewith. I invite your attention particularly to the~colonels note, as I think it a fair and candid statement of the whole matter. I have only to add that if any snch statements as you refer to were made, they were made without my sanction, and are not justified by any orders or instructions, either expressed or implied, emanating from the commander of the U. S. forces at Morg~nza or from any superior militavy authority. M. K. LAWLEIR, Brigadier- General. NATCHEZ, MISS., September 14 1864. Lient. Col. C. T. CHRISTENSEN, Assistant Adjutant- General: Your dispatch of 13th received. General Dana advised me three days since to await attack by 10,000 men; am ready, but not yet dis- turbed. The regiment from Morganza will be welcome. It is needed to protect leased plantations whether Forrest comes or not. M. BRAYMAN Brigadier- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS FIRST DIVIsIoN, SEVENTH ARMY CORPS, Little Rock, Ark., September 14, 1864. Col. J. F. HITTER, Commanding Third Brigade: COLONEL: You will send to-morrow at daybreak all the available force of your brigade, except the First Missouri Cavalry, on aireconnais- sance on the Benton road as far as the Saline Hiver. The officer in command of the forces will report for instructions to the colonel com- manding division immediately. By order of Col. A. Engelmaun: A. BLOCKI, Assistant Adjutant-General. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF LITTLE HOCK, Little Rock, Ark., September 14, 1864. Col. W. F. GEIGER, Commanding Cavalry Brigade, Austin, Ark.: COLONEL: The general commanding directs me to say that the Tenth Illinois Yolunteer Cavalry has been ordered to report to you at Austin. The regiment is ordered to move on the main road and repair the Bayou Metoc bridge. I am, colonel, very respectfally, your obedient servant, SAMUEL E. GHAYES, Captain and Acting Aide-dc-Camp. Not fonud Page 187 CHAP. Lull CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 187 HEADQUARTERS SEcoND DIvISIoN, CAVALRY CoRPs, Brownsville, Ark., September 14, 1864. MaJ. WILLIAM H. MORGAN, Assistant Adjutant- General, District of West Tennessee: Since my last communication (10th instant) my command has been lying at this place, supplied with small grain and marching rations. By direction of Major-General Steele, I report direct to Major-General Mower, who is ordered to march in a day or two towari Lewisburg, where Fagan, with 4,000 mounted men, is reported encamped. Our force~must be superior to that reported in that neighborhood, and if we should find them they will feel our strength, and you will hear a good account of our doings. General Steele says that Price and Ma- gruder are at Monticello with about 14,000 men, half of whom are mounted. Major-General IRey~olds, I am informed, is about to arrive here with 12,000 men, when probably some active operation will be commenced. The sick of my command are ordered to Little 1~ock, hence I infer that we shall not be returned to Memphis. From what I have learned, I think it is the intention of the general commanding Department of Arkansas to retain my command here, if not perma- nently, at least for some months. Should this be done, I need not assure you that the command will suffer in many points almost beyond recovery. The officers and men have pay due from April 30, and none, of course, could be drawn even after another muster, for there are no records fiom which to make proper rolls. No proper accountability for property can be expected when detachments from eighty-four coin- panies remain long separated from the main command. These two evils are those among the least consequent upon any long detention from the other portion of this command. Immediately upon the ending of the contemplated expedition I shall feel it my duty to communicate the condition of affairs to Major-General Steele, but of course I can say nothing when under marching orders to meet an enemy. If we can do any good to our cause, of course every one of my men will cheer- fully do everything possible and sustain any inconvenience or hardship without mnnrmuring. I can hardly hope to keep my animals in good condition for any length of time whemi the country has been desolated by the enemy and the growing corn almost gone. Everything which can be done, I will, of conrse do, yet I am far from hopeful of keeping my command in good condition. I am directed to leave my convales- cent umen and disabled animals at this point, thus that portion of the command on this side of the Mississippi River will be divided into three detachments. I forward to-day a tn-monthly report of that por- ti()n of my command here, this to Captain Woodward, adjutant-general Cavalry Corps. With much regard, I have the honor to subscribe myself your obedient servant, E. F. WINSLOW, Colonel Fourth Iowa Cavalry, Commanding. HEADQITARTERS DISTRICT OF THE FRONTIER, Fort Smith, Ark., September 14, ~8G4. Col. S. H. WATTLES, Commanding Indian Brigade: Sin: I send to you Col. J. M. Williams, with a portion of his brigade, to be used by you iii protecting yourself amid the traiu from Fort Scott Page 188 [~ItAP. till. 188 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. now supposed to be on its way. I wish you to send a strong escort to meet the train. I have given Colonel Williams some discretion as to whether he shall go to Fort Qibson directly or not. I have suggested to him that perhaps it would he weilfor him to halt at Mackeys Salt- Works and watch the fords. He would at the same time be within communicating distance of you. If he halts there you can order him up at once, if you think proper. I trust you will guard against any force crossing the river and moving up to intercept the train. A re- turned prisoner, who made his escape from Stand Waties camp some three days ago, reports Stand Watie with about 2,000 somewhere between Perryville and North Fork Town. He states that they were talking of attacking my haying party about twenty-five miles west of here, on the Sallisaw, and also of attackimig the train and Fort Gibson. Colonel Williams may find it advisable~ to stop with the haying party referred to, which is now guarded by the Twelfth Kansas Infantry, Colonel Adams. You will, of course, scout thoroughly in the direction of the enemy. Communicate with me as often as you can. Very respectfully, JOHN M. THAYER, Brigadier- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS I)LSTRICT OF WEST TENNESSEE, Memphis, Tenn., September 14, 18G4. Maj. Gen. H. W. HALLECK, Chief of Staff, Washington, D. C.: GENERAL: On the 10th instant a brigade of cavalry, supposed to be about 1,500, was at Pocahontas; another brigade was moving up Black River on the west side, and were near Powhatan~ w of about 3,000, under 1\IcCray, was moving on hile another force the east side of Black River. These men are all of Shelbys command. Price and Marina- duke crossed the Arkansas at Dardanelle eight or ten days ago, and will join Shelby unless time force sent from here shall be moved to inter- cept them, of which I tlmink there is some prospect. That our troops will succeed in preventing a junction with Shelby is very probable, but that they will head off the raid is, in my opinion, extremely doubtful. While Shelby will probably enter Missouri near Pitmaims Ferry, Price, to avoid our forces, will probably strike off toward Springfield. It he gets a day or two the start our forces can never overtake him, as lie will consume everything on his line of march, and a pursuing force conid not live. My information iu regard to Shelbys position I con- sider entirely reliable, and my informanta British subject that I em- ployed to go within their lines, a man of great intelligencesays timat there can be no doubt that they intend to invade Missouri. They ex- pect on reachimig there to receive a very large accession to their strength, and that the movement has been delayed by the non-arrival of General Price as soon as expected. I give you these flicts for wbat they are worth. Major-General Forrest, with Chalmers divisiomm, dismounted, left Grenada on the 5th instant, on the cars, for Mobile. I am, general, your obedient servant, C. C. WASHBURN, Major- General Page 189 Cm~. LIH.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.-~UNION. 189 SPECIAL ORDERS, ~ HDQRS. THIRD Dive, 16TH ARMY CORPS, No. 67. Cairo, Ill., September 14, 1864. I. Commanding officers of brigades will embark their commands im- mediately for Snlphur Springs, Mo. Great delay has already occurred in the embarking of troops of this command, and promptness, also im- mediate action, are absolutely necessary to embark this command in accordance with instructions. * * * * * * * By order of Col. William T. Shaw: JAMES B. COMSTOCK, Acting Assistant Adjutant- General. GENERAL ORDERS, ~ IIDQRS. 1ST BRIcf., 3D Div., 16TH A. C., No. 4. Cairo, Ill., September 14, 1864. In accordance with instructions from division headquarters, the undersigned hereby assumes command of the First Brigade, Third Division, Sixteenth Army Corps. All orders heretofore issued from these headquarters will remain in force. P. MOORE, Colonel Twenty-first Missouri Infantry Volunteers. MEMPHIS, ., September 14 1864 TENN Major-General ROSECRANS: I send the Seventh Kansas Cavalry to-night with their horses. Tel- egraph Colonel Herrick, on steamer Luminary, at Cairo, should you wish them to leave at any point below Saint Louis. C. C. WASHBURN, Major- General. SAINT LouIs, September 14, 1864. Major-General HOVEY, Indianapolis, md.: Newspapers report Quantrill captuied in Indianapolis. Permit me to suggest that he be sent here for identification and trial. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General, Commanding. SAINT Louis, September 14, 1864. bOMMANDING OFFICER, Cape Girardean, Mo.: General Smiths orders to any transports arriving with his troops are that they shall proceed up the river to Sulphur Springs. W. S. ROSECIRANS, Major- General. IRONTON, Mo., September 14, 1864. Brig. Gen. THOMAS EWING Commanding District of Saint Louis: Sin: it is reported, as you already know, that sonic 1,500 rebels are at Doniphan, Mo. I tbink this is an exaggeration. I think they~hav Page 190 [CHAP. LIII. 190 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. some force there, but uot so many as reported. General, I cannot se~ the use of sending companies of men to Sainte Genevieve County and Perry County. I do not know when either of those counties were ever pestered by guerrillas or rebel soldiers; they h~ve been entirely at peace since the coinmencenient of the war. I do think the companies of Captain Weber, now in Perry County, and Captain Saint Gem, now under orders to go to Sainte Genevieve County, could do more by putting them where guerrillas and rebel soldiers may be found, with one com- pany at Fredericktown, one at Dallas (Captain Cochrans already there), and the troops at Bloomfield will be ample protection for those interior or river counties. It does look to me that south and west of this place is where they are most needed. I will go down to Patterson in a day or two, and I will find out what is up down there. General, do all you can to have these men mounted, so that they can do something. The leaves will soon fall, and then we wish to kill all the guerrillas. I wish to see the U. S. forces take possession of all of Southeast Missouri. The rebels now hold some five or six counties. I wish to see the au- thority of the United States asserted and maintained in them. They have no law except mob law. The force at Patterson is not large enough; we have now only two companies, when there should be four companies. That post is more exposed than any outpost in Southeast Missouri, except it may be Bloomfield. General, I do not wish to be impertinent or to dictate, but to call your att~ution to these things. I know you have a great deal to do, and sometimes you may not think of all of these things, and if I should say more than I ought about these matters only attribute it to my great desire to have the power of this accursed rebellion destroyed in Missouri. Respectfully, your obedient servant, WM. T. LEEPER. ROLLA, Mo., September 14, 1864. Capt. J. F. BENNETT, Assistant Adjutant-General: The One hundred and forty-fifth Illinois Volunteers will leave here on the morning train of the 16th instant. I have just been obliged to countermand the order for an escort for a train to the Gasconade. I will send the train as soon as I & an get a guard for it. JOHN McNEIL Brigadier- General, Commanding. JEFFERSON CITY, Mo., September 14, 1864. Major-General ROSECRANS, Commanding Department of the Missouri: I would respectfully recommend that the two battalions of the Seven- teenth Illinois Cavalry, now here awaiting transportation to Glasgow, be directed to move direct, crossing the river at this point. There is no probability of a boat for some~days. E. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General of Volunteers Page 191 CHAP. till.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 191 SAINT Louis, Mo., September 11, 1864. Brigadier-General BROWN, Jefferson City, 31o.: The general commandiiig directs that the Seventeenth Illinois Cav- alry remain at Jefferson City, sub,ject to yonr orders until further directions from these headquarters. No transportation will be sent from here. J. P. DROUILLARD, tiJaptain and Aide-de-Camp. SAINT Louis, Mo., September 14, 1864. General BROWN, Warrensburg, Ito.: The general commanding desires to hear from yoa bytelegraph as to your knowledge of movements and operations in this end of your district. 0. B. GREENE, Assistant Adjntant-General and Chief of Staff. PISGAH;COoPER COUNTY, Mo., September 14, 1864. General ROSECRANS: DEAR SIR: Pardon an humble farmer for trespassing on your valua- ble time with the wrongs and grievances so common in various parts of our State. I have just seen a report of General Brown, stationed at Warrensburg, in which he says that all is quiet in Cooper County, and that Union refugees may return to their homes in peace. Sir, our worthy general is sadly misinformed as to the true condition we are in just now, and duty to my country iinpels me to give you a true but brief statement of affairs here. As things are just now ere long there will not be a Union citizen in Cooper County. The depredations of bushwhackers, their robbery and murder, have driven from their homes almost every loyal man in the county. Some who cannot leave with- out great pecuniary sacrifices still remain trasting their fortune to fate. Business for the loyal man is almost as nothing. In all the small villages the Union merchants have closcd or are closing out and leav- ing, while ~e secure traitor smiles surreptitiously as he counts the gain he thereby enjoys. But you are told we are free from bush- whackers. Sir, it is not so. They are still here and as numerous as when they first began their depredations. The fear of peaceful citizens, their seclusion of movable property, and hesitancy to ride around vouch for the truth of what I have said. Sir, if the Union refugees return now they will find affairs no better than when they left. I have men- tioned no instances, for to do so would be useless. Sir, is there no redress for us ~ Must Union men be thus driven from their homes and rebels allowed to grow rich over their departure l I am, general, very truly, yours, J. It. FRENCH. CASSYILLE, September 14, 1864. General SANBORN: SIR: Captain OBrien sends me what he thinks reliable, that Colonel Schnables rebel forces have fallen back in that direction, and there i Page 192 192 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CH~. LIII. also a force in that country commanded by Van Zant. And he also sends information that there is a large rebel force below Boydsville; that some of the rebel citizens that left that country some time ago have returned and say it was the intention of the rebels to attack Easteys Ferry. He has only forty-five men at that post. I cannot get any men or women to go in that country; I will try and get some one of Gaddys men; if no other way, I will send a soldier. I send a scout in the direction of Pea IRidge and Huntsville. Captain OBrien thinks he will be compelled to evacuate the ferry if he cannot get re-enforce- ments. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, J. A. MELTON, Major AS~econd Arkansas Cavalry. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF SOUTHWEST Missouui, Springfield, Mo., September 11, 1864. Major MELTON, Commanding, Cassville: If the force below Berryville proves to be the large force under Price and Fagan, and they advance toward Cassville, you will abandon that post in time to prevent the capture of your command and fall back to- ward this place, and send a dispatch to Newtonia and Neosho informing the officers there of the fact, aud direct them to fall back to Mount Vernon. You will scud the same information to Mount Vernon. If you abandon your post you will burn everythimig that you cannot bring away in the trains. Start your trains as soon as you learn that this force is in your front, and move rapidly the first day, and without halt- ing, to this place. JOHN B. SANBOHN, Brigadier- General, Commanding. CASSYILLE, September 14, 1864. General SANBORN: SIR: Brooks is said to be in the vicinity of Kingston with a force, reports say, from 500 to 2,000. 1 think not muore than 50~ or 600 all told. Captain Worthington will ascertaimi the facts, as he has been sent for that parpose. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, CHAitLES GALLOWAY, Major First Arkansas Cavalry. SAINT JOSEPH, Mo., September 14, 1864 Col, 0. D. GREENE, Assistant Adjutant- General: I have the honor to report Colonel Bradshaws regiment, Forty-fourth [Missouri], en route for Saint Louis, 869 men and officers. Colonel Brad- shaw will report to you upon his arrival. CLINTON B. FISK, Brigadier- General Page 193 Ca& r. LIII] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION 193 SAINT Louis, September 14, 1864. Brigadier-General FIsK, Saint Joseph, Mb.: Colonel Beveridge, Seventeenth Illinois Cavalry, has been ordered to report to Brigadier-General Brown, at Jefferson City. W. S. ROSECItANS, ]iiiajor- General. SAINT Louis, September 14, 1864. Brigadier-General FISK, Saint Joseph, ilfo.: The general commanding directs me to say that while he considers Van Horns claims very favorably, he does not wish them to interfere with De Bolts regiment. If they can combine for the best, well and good. He desires to know how soon Dc Bolts regiment can be got up. J. P. DItOUJLLARD, Captain and Aide-dc-Camp. SAINT Louis, September 14, 1864. General FIsK: The general commanding is in receipt of a telegram from General Douglass stating that hfs movements have been delayed three days for want of rations. The general desires you to explain this, as twenty- four honrs could have carried rations to him front either direction. The general directs me to say that with this present light he is surprised at such a telegram. 0. . GREENE Assistant A djutant- General and Chief of Stafl. SAINT JOSEPH Mo Col. 0. . GREENE, , ., September 14, 1864. Assistant Adjutant- General: In reply to General Douglass statement that he could get no rations, I have only to say that the want of theni was not made known to inc. Had tlie want been made knowii I should certainly have supp]ied it. CLINTON B. FISK, Brigadier- General. MExIco, Mo., September 14, 1864. Major-General ROSEcRANs: General Fisk directed me to take charge of the movements of the troops in my district. 1 was out on a scout in Boone and Howard at the time. Found in Bdone about 250, in howard 200, in Randolph say 200. They are in bands of from 20 to 100. Anderson is yet in Boone and Howard Counties. I find it impossible to move secretly without rations. Have been waiting here three days for rations. Will move immediately with infantry and cavalry from here on their arrival, carrying rations in haversacks. With forces now at my command I am confident that in temi days I will drive and scatter all their force. Some, I learn, are now disbanding and trying to save themselves by flight. J. B. 1)0UGLA 55, Brigadier- General. 13 R RVOL XLI, PT II Page 194 194 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. Liii. HEADQUARTERS Tnoops IN THE FIELD, Fayette, Mo., ASeptember 14, 1864. Brig. Gen. C. B. FISK: I returned to this place last night from scout. Heard of no large bands. I went into the vicinity of Old Franklin and IRocheport. On Sunday my train coining from Glasgow was attacked. My escort, twenty-five strong, charged them; killed 1, wounded 1, and captured 3 horses and equipments. On Monday my command killed 5 guerrillas; captured 7 horses and 12 pistols, with loss of 1 horse killed. Time last five killed were Andersons mensome of their bridles being decked with human scalps. Captain Mayo was in command of the advance when he came upon five at a house. He charged them; killed 3 of the five, and captured all their horses; one of these horses had scall)s on the bridle. I am compelled to rest my horses and shoe them up. Major Leonard is out. Respectfully, & c., AUSTIN A. KING, Major, Commanding. HANNIBAL, Mo., September 14, 1864. Lieutenant HARDING: I wish, if possible, to have two squads of muounted men detailed for my use. I wish about ten mnemm to each squad and a good lieutenant in command of each. I wish one detachment of these men to move about through the upper portion of this county and in Lewis County. The other I wish to operate in Shelby and in Knox Counties. With a good detective with each of these detachments I can keep nfyself and the headquarters posted as to all that is going on in my district. If my proposition is approved please have the order issued to have two intelli- gent officers and the men detailed from Colonel Kutzner~s megimnent to report to me immediately. Everything is getting along very well at present. There are a great many guerrillas in the country, in Rails and imi Monroe Counties; some few in the northwestern portion of this county. Very respectfully, JOHN F. TYLER, Colonel and Assistant Provost-Marshal. HDQRS. FIRST BRIGADE, DISTRICT OF SOUTH KANSAS, Fort Scott, Kans., September 14, 18G4. Maj. H. HOPKINS, Second Kansas Cavalry, Commanding Escort: MAJOR: General Price crossed the Arkamisas at Dardanelle last Thursday, with 5,000 men, comimig north. Look sharp for your train. This comes by telegraph from General Steele. In haste. Yours, truly, CIIAS. W. BLAIR, Colonel, & c. P. S.J sent twenty-eight men on in wagons after you yesterday. The wagons took themn to Coxs Creek and left them, and I understand they are all coining back. I shall put them in irons imi the guard-house as soon as they come Page 195 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 195 [Thdorsement.] ON MARCH, TRAIN, & C., COMMANDING OFFICER, September 15, 1864. Fort Gibson: Major Hopkins, commanding, requests that you send all the force you can spare, with all possible dispatch, as this, with other informa- tion, leads him to believe it very necessary. Very respectfully, & c., G. W. SMITH, Lieutenant and Adjutant. Capt. JOHN A. WILCOX, OMAHA, September 14, 1864. Fourth U. S. Carairy, Cottonwood Springs: Dispatch 13th received. Thanks for information. I do not like to move troops, however, without knowing what orders General Mitchell left. Have telegraphed to Baumer to ascertain. Think I will seiid Porter to Cottonwood. Am much embarrassed by the movements of troops of which I receive no notice. JNO. PRATT, Assistant Adjutant-General. EXECUTIVE ~DEPARTMENT, COLORADO TERRITORY, Col. J. M. CHIVINGTON, Denrer, September 14, 1864. Commanding District of Colorado: SIR: I herewith inclose for your information a copy of a letter re- ceived from Major Colley, U. S. Jn(lian agent, Upper Arkansas Agency, dated September 4, 1864, Fort Lyon, stating the location of the Arap- ahoes and portions of other tribes of Indians, and inclosing a proposi- tion for peace from Black Kettle and other chiefs. A copy of the let- ter from Black Kettle referred to by Major Colley has, T presume, been furnished to you by the officer in command of Fort Lyon. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, JINO. EVANS, Gorernor of Colorado Territory. [Inciosure.] FORT LYON, COLO. TER., Sunday, September 1, 1864. Hon. JOHN EVANS, Superintendent of Indian Affairs: DEAR SIR: Two Cheyenne Indians and one squaw have just arrived at this post. They report that nearly all of the Arapahoes, most of the Cheyeniies, aiid two large bands of Ogallala and Bruh~ Sioux are en- camped near the Buiich of Timbers some 80 to 100 miles northeast of this place; that they have sent runners to the Comnanches, Apaches, Kiowas, and Sioux requesting them to make peace with the whites. They brought a letter purporting to be signed by Black Kettle and other chiefs, a copy* of which is here inclosed. They say that the letter was written by George Bent, a half-breed son of W. W. Bent, late U. S. Indiaii agent for this agency. They also state that the Indians Not found Page 196 [CRAP. JAIl. 196 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. have seven prisoners. One says four women and three children, the other states three women and tonr children. Major Wynkoop has put these Indians in the guard-house, and requested that they be well treated in order that he may be able to rescue the white prisoners from the Indians. S. G. COLLEY, U. S. Indian Agent, Upper Arkansas. DEPARTMENT OF NEW MEXICO, Santa FJ, N. Mex., September 14, 1864. COMMANDING OFFICER, Fort Stanton, N illiex.: SIR: The general commanding directs that you detail First Lieut. Franklin Cook, Fifth Infantry, U. S. Army, with thirty picked men from your command and have them at once prepared for field service. Lieutenant Cook will proceed at once to join Captain McCabe, First New Mexico Cavalry, now in pursuit of a party of Indians in the Sac- ramento Mountains. If priicticable, one-half of Lieutenant Cooks party can be mounted, the remainder to be on foot. The department coinmandcr directs that every diligence be nsed to come np with and punish these Indians. Captain McCabe and Lieutenant Cook will stay in the field after them until they are caught, if it takes until next year to do it. It is probable that some troops will be sent out from Frank- lin, Tex., to co-operate with them. 1 have the honor to be, sir, very respectfully your obedient servant, BiftN. C. CUTLER, Assistant Adjutant- General. IIDQRS. INDEPENDENT BATTALION MINNESOTA VOL. CAy., Fort Abereroinbie, September 14, 1864. Capt. H. C. OLIN, Assistant Adjutant- General, District of Minnesota: SIR: The mail is just in from Pembina and the carrier reports Stand- ing Buffalo Indians have left the settlement on their return to Elk Head or Deer Head, north of the Turtle Mountain. The principal men of these Indians had an interview with Acting Goveriior MeTavish, at Fort Garry, and tried to prevail on him to give theni ammunition, to take them under protection of the British flag, to build them a fort near Devils Head, and give them big guims with which to defend it against the Yankees or Anmericans, all of which lie peremptorily declined to do. They then left the settlement, vowing death to all white mcmi found out- side time British Possessions. They had with them a Inunber of very fine American horses, whicim they boasted had been taken from Sullys command. These Sioux, while at Fort Garry, effected a treaty of peace with the Crees. This was done a , ported through half-breed who is re to be very active in his opposition to the Indians offering any terms of l)eace. lie is for war. Three of these Indians visited a Chippewa camp on Red Lake River while down there, but their mission was un- known. The Chippewas fell upon them, killed one, and the other two escaped with the loss of arms, blankets, & c. Time Chippewas celebrated their scalp dance and otherwise glorified the victory over their ancient enemy. I am, captain, very respectfully, your obediemit servant, C. POWELL ADAMS, Major, Gommanding Page 197 CHAP. JAIL] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 197 IIDQRS. MILITARY DIVISION OF WEST MISSIssIPPI, New Orleans, La., September 15, 1864. Maj. Gen. II. W. HALLECK, Chief of Staff, & e., Washington, D. C.: The latest reports from General Steele are to the 9th instant. A part of Prices force had crossed at Dardanehle. General Steeles re-enforce- ments were arriving and he was sufficiently in force to take the field against Price and Shelby. No other important news. E. IR. S. CANBY, Major- General, Commanding. NEW ORLEANS, September 15, 1864. Lient. Col. C. T. CHRISTENSEN, Assistant Adjutant-General: COLONEL: I have the honor to report that the submarine telegraph cable was successfully laid between Forts Morgan and Gaines, Mobile Bay, on the evening of the 12th instant. The laying ~as delayed twenty-four hours awaiting favorable wind and tide. We used 23,530 feet of cable, and it was working perfectly when I left there yesterday morning. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, W. G. FULLER, Capt. and A. Q. M., Asst. Supt. U. S. Military Telegraph, Military Division of West Mississippi. SPECIAL ORDERS, IIDQRS. MIL. DIV. OF WEST MISSISSIPPI, No. 129. New Orleans, La~:, September 15, 1864. 1. Colonel Clark, Thirty-fourth Iowa Volunteers, having reported at these headquarters, in compliance with Special Orders, No. 115, para- graph 8, current series, from these headquarters, will proceed ~vith his regiment to Morganza, La., and report upon his arrival there to the commanding officer. The quartermasters department will furnish trans- portation to Morgauza by the steamer Elias, which took the regiment from Mobile Bay. * * * * * * * By order of Maj. Gen. E. IR. S. Canby: B. F. MOREY, Captain and Assistant Adjutant General. HDQRS. MILITARY DIVISION OF WEST MISSISSIPPI, New Orleans, La., September 15, 1864. Maj. Gen. N. P. BANKS, Comdg. Department of the Gulf, New Orleans, La.: GENERAL: The correspondence of Colonel Day, iii relation to the Mexican force under Cortina, has been received. Colonel Days action, so far as is known here, accords with our neutral obligations and is approved. The Mexican refrigees are entitled to an asylum in our ter- ritory, when they deliver up their arms and munitions and restore an Page 198 LOUiSIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. 198 [CHAP. LIII. prisoners or booty that they may have taken from the French. They will not be received into the service of the United States for service on the Rio Grande frontier, but may be enlisted for the general service. In this case they will be sent to this city, either before or after enlist- ment, to be organized, armed, and eqaipped. Their enlistment may be for one, two, aiid three years, but preferably for the shorter term, and their duty thereafter will be determined by the circumstances of the service. As an armed enemy of France, this force will not be tolerated in our territory, and if this be the intention of Cortina, the command- ing officer will be instructed to regard and, as far as his power extends, to treat his force as enemies of the United States. You will please in- struct Colonel Day, or the commander at B~azos Santiago, accordingly, and in the contingency of any of Cortinas force entering our service, give the necessary instructions in relation to enlistment, transfer to this city, and the disposition to be made of private property. The public property of the Mexican Government remains, of course, in the custody of the Ijnited States until disposed of by proper authority. Very respectfully, sir, your obedient servant, ED. 11. 5. CANBY, Major- General, Commanding. GENERAL ORDERS, IHDQRS. DEPARTMENT OF THE GULF No. 130. New Orleans, September 15, 1864. With I)rofound regret the commanding general is called upon to announce the decease of Brig. Gen. I). P. Woodbury, U. S. Volunteers, at Key West, Fla., on the 15th of August, of yellow fever. A valiant soldier and high-toned gentleman, brave and indefatigable in the line of duty, courageous ev~u in presence of the ravages of the fatal dis- ease. To those who knew him most intimately the blow will fall most heavily; but his influence has extended through the whole command and will long be felt by those to whom he was a stranger. To the family of the deceased the commanding general tenders his sincere sympathy in their great affliction. As appropriate military honors the national flag will be displayed at half staff from sunrise to sunset the next day after this order is received at the various posts throughout the department, and the usual badge of mourning will be worn by the officers of his command for thirty days. By command of Major-General Banks: GEORGE B. DRAKE, Assistant Adjutant- General. BONNET CARRI~, September 15, 1864. Capt. F. SPEED, Assistant Adjutant- General: All quiet in my vicinity. I hear that guerrillas are making incur- sions in Saint James Parish, in tlie District of Baton Rouge, near Col- lege Point. CYRUS HAMLIN, Colonel, Commanding. (Copy to Maj. George B. Drake, assistant adjutant-general. Page 199 OHA?. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 199 MOUTH OF WHITE RIVER, September 15, 18641 p. m. Lieutenant-Colonel CHRISTENSEN, Assistant Adjutant- General, New Orleans, La.. Am leaving for Devalls Bluff. Boat just down White River reports all quiet. No truth in rumor of our loss of gun-boats. Colonel Slacks brigade is at Saint Charles all right. J. J. REYNOLDS, Major- General, Commanding. NEW ORLEANS, LA., September 15, 18642 (Received 6.30 p. in. 24th.) Maj. T. T. ECKERT: The latest reports froiu Steele are to the 9th instant. A part of Prices force had crossed at Dardanelle. Steeles re-enforcements were arriving, and he was sufficiently iu force to take the field against Price and Shelby. No other important news. Canby just completed cable between Forts Morgan and Gaines, Mobile Bay. W. G. FULLER. SPECIAL ORDERS, ThJQRS. DEPARTMENT OF ARKANSAS, No. 223. Little Rock, Ark., September 15, 1864. * * * * * IV. The cavalry command serving in the District of Little Rock is hereby organized into four brigades, as follows, to be designated as the Cavalry Division, Seventh Army Corps: First BrigadeThirteenth Illinois Cavalry, Seventh Missouri Cav- alry, Fifth Kansas Cavalry, First Indiana Cavalry. Second BrigadeFirst Missouri Cavalry, Third Missouri Cavalry, First Jowa Cavalry, Fourth Arkansas Cavalry, Third U. S. Cavalry. Third BrigadeEighth Missouri Cavalry, Tenth Illinois Cavalry, Ninth Iowa Cavalry, Eleventh Missouri Cavalry, Second Missouri Cav- alry. Fourth BrigadeThird Michigan Cavalry, Ninth Kansas Cavalry, Third Arkansas Cavalry, Third Wisconsin Cavalry, First Nebraska Cavalry. V. Brig. Gen. Joseph R. West, U. S. Volunteers, chief of cavalry of the department, is hereby assigned to the command of the Cavalry Division, Seventh Army Corps. By order of Maj. Gen. F. Steele: W. D. GREEN, Assistant Adjutant- General. DEVALLS BLUFF, September 15, 1864. Capt. C. II. DYER: I have 784 enlisted men in the infantry and cavalry for duty; of these, 318 are on duty to-day. 1 have been unable to furnish men for two or three other details that were required to-day. Am not able to relieve some ten who were on duty yesterday, and do not see how I can furnish the train guard. C. C. ANDREWS, Brigadier- General Page 200 200 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF LITTLE ROCK, Little Rock, Ark., September 15, 1864. Colonel RYAN: COLONEL: The brigadier-general commanding directs that you re- lieve Colonel Morrison of the command of the post of iluntersyille, he being ordered to I)evalls Bluff. All the troops will be subject to your orders except the train and depot guards, which will be detailed from the First Division. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, C. H. DYER, Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF LITTLE ROCK, Little Rock, Ark., September 15, 1864. Colonel MORRISON, Fifty-sereuth U. S. Colored Infantry: COLONEL: The brigadier-general commanding directs that you pro- ceed with your regiment to Devalls Bluff without unnecessary (lelay. The quartermasters department has been requested to furnish traits- portation, for which you will please call on Captain Pratt. On your arrival at Devalls Bluff you will report to Brigadier-General Andrews. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, C. H.DYER, Assistant Adjutant- General. OFFICE CHIEF OF CAVALRY, DEPT. OF ARKANSAS, Little Rock, Ark., September 15, 1864. [Brig. Gen. J. W. DAVIDSON:] M~ DEAR GENERAL: Your note of August 26 reached inc a few days since. No letters of yours, nor copies, have ever been exhibited to me by either General Steele or any member of his staff. You will understand now that my positiou as one of that staff will not permit of my taking part in the quarrel that exists between you, but I shall as certainly listen to nothing to your disparagement. At our iuterview in Memphis I told you why that nothing would ever be accomplished in this department. The difficulty still exists. Every move I make for the improvement of the cavalry is embarrassed by the inefficiency of which I complained then. I cannot ask for a transfer, but find my- self in the very unpleasant position of sacrificing a reputation in a (lepaitment where it is impossible to do auything with the present staff organization. I am aware that vague and general charges are not tangible. I cannot make any of a direct character, but the utter supineness and inefficiency of our forces must bear witness to what I have said. The prospects of improving the cavalry much here are gloomy in the extreme. Yours, very truly, J. R. WEST Page 201 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 201 HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF VICI~SBURG, Vieksbnrg, Miss., September 15, 1864. Lient. Col. C. T. CHRISTENSEN, Assistant Adjntant- General, Miii. Dir, of West Mississippi. I have the honor to acknowledge receipt of the telegraphic dispatch froni the major-general commanding of the 13th instant. I am satisfied from the information I have received that Forrests force has moved in the direction of Mobile. Very respectfully, 0 N. J. T. DANA, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF WEST TENNESSEE, Memphis, September 15, 1864. Maj. Gen. B. 11. S. CANnY: GENERAL: On the 10th instant a brigade of Shelbys command, abont 1,500, had reached Pocahontas; another brigade was near Powbatan, on the west side of Black River, and McCray, with abont 3,000 me ii, were moving up the east side of Black River, and were about fifteen miles from Jacksonport. Their march was being delayed by the non- arrival of Price. Price certainly crossed the Arkansas at l)ardanelle ten days ago. The force sent from here I hope may get betweeim him and Shelby and prevent a jumictiomi, and perhaps head oft time raid entirely, though 1 fear not. I think it highly probable that Price will strike off toward Springfield, Mo., an(l if he gets a day or two the start our forces can never catch him, for a pnrsuvng force cannot live after Prices force has passed along. Genera] A. J. Smith, I hear, remains at Cairo awaiting time development of this move of Price. OIm the 5th instant General Forrest left Grenada with Chalmers division (dis- mnonnted) to re-enfrwce Mobile. Whenever you get ready to invest Mobile I shall be glad to make a big cavalry demonstration from here, penetrating as far as Selma and Montgomery, should you think such a move advisable. If I can get back the cavalry sent into Arkansas I can organize a cavalry force that can go anywhere this side of Georgia. I am, general, yours, & c., C. C. WASHBURN, Major- General. HDQRS. MILITARY DIVISION OF WEST MISSISSIPPI, New Orleans, La., September 15, 1864. Maj. Gen. W. S. ROSECRANS, Gomdy. Department of the Missouri Saint Louis Mo.: GENERAL: I am directed by the major-general commnanding to trans- mit for yonr information herewith inclosed copy of General Steeles dis- patchm* of the 9th instant, and to state that the re-enforcements which have been sent to Arkansas will enable him to follow the enemy up mn ease an invasion of Missonri shonld be attempted. Very respectfully, sir, your obedient servant, C. T. CHRISTENSEN, Lieutenant- Colonel and Assistant Adjutant- General. See p. 116 Page 202 202 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIlt INDIANAPOLIS, September 15, 1864. General W S. HOSECRANS: Persons are on their way from Lawrence, Kans., to ideiitify Quan- trilL It would not be advisable to send the prisoner away from here now. ALVIN P. HOVEY, Brevet Major- General, Commanding. SAINT Louis, Mo., September 15, 1864. Brigadier-General HOVEY, Indianapolis, md.: Quantrill is a spare built man with sandy hair and light complexion. Was educated at Carroll, Ohio, and came west to teach school. The man is a great scoundrel no doubt, but dont think he is Quantrill. The reason I asked for him is because we have a nian who has Quami- trills photograph, and we could not trust him to leave here. W. S. HOSECHAKS, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF INDIANA, Indianapolis, September 15, 1864. Major-General HOSECRANS, Commanding, & e. I herewith send you a copy of the article which led to the apprehen- sion of Hart, alias Burgess, alias Quantrill. Several men of undoubted character have visited himi and say that he is Quantrill. There is a strange delusion if he is not the man. All the evidence so far is very strong against him, and would convict him before any jury in the country. I have the honor to be, your obedient servant, ALVIN P. HOVEY, Brevet Mc~or- General, Oommandinq. [Inclosure.] WHO IS QUANTRILL ~ Last Sunday two men were arre~ted at the Bates House as rebel spies. One goes by the name of Johnsou, the other gave his name as Hart, but afterward acknowledged it to be Burgess. Some time last spring a communication was widely published, giving a history of Quantrill, which communication we give below. Without leading questions or any suspicion of the article, Burgess, in giving an account of himselt names nearly all the circumstances therein mentioned down to the kill- ing of the Mexican. Doctor Burgess, surgeon of the Seventeenth Ken- tucky Infantry, states that he had a brother who heft home a number of years since, from whom they had no direct communication, but that from what he had learned by various sources he believed him to be the man known as Quamitrill. This man arrested on Sunday, knowing noth- ing of this, says he is a brother of Doctor Burgess, of the Seventeenth Kentucky. These circumstances are so clear as to warrant the use of all necessary means to establish the identity of the prisoner; and it is hoped that all persons who know anything of Quantrill will communi- cate with the authorities here. General Hovey is making diligent in- quiry in regard to the mnatter. It will be borne in mind that Quantril Page 203 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 203 appears to have been out of active service for some time, and it is not unlikely that he lias been acting as a spy. The following is the article~ referred to: Havino seen so many different stories about the murderer Quantrill, whose recent atrocitie~ at Lawrence have thrilled the country, I deem it my duty to show the pub- lic, through your columns, who be is and something of his history. His name is really Henry Volney. Burgess, and he was born in Todd County, Ky. At one time he was a resident of Hopkinsville, in that State, and during the excitement of 1846 concerning the Davis murder, for which E. A. Pennington was execnted, and he not having a very good reputation, he went to Memphis and there associated himself with Fisher and Worthington, two gamblers, until the spring of 1850, when he removed to Texas, and was partner with a company of sports, such as Dean Mountain Jack, Old Horn, and others. He was very successful for a while, and changed his name to Hart. He made the acquaintance of a very fine girl who lived on the banks of the Rio Honda, twenty-eight miles from Castorville, Tex., and by representing himself as a land speculator, and having considerable money and fine mules attached to his ambulance, won and married the girl on the 21st of May; and about the 5th of June started with his bride for California, but meeting with ill luck at Fort Davis and El Paso, lost all his outfit and money, and was compelled to remain there some time, living with a man named Ben Bowehl, in Franklin, Tex. During this time Charles Giddings, owner of the stage line from El Paso to San Antonio, saw his father-in-law and told him who Hart was and what he was doing. The old man came up with me to El Paso for his daughter, and would have killed her husband, but he crossed the river and could not be fonud. Hart came to me and represented himself broke, and wishing to come to California to make money by honest toil to support his wife and heir in expectancy, and as my company was small and the Indians bad, I consented. On our arrival at Mazatlin, Mex., he killed a Mexican robber named Miguel, and was tried before the alcalde and acquitted. When we arrived at Los Angelos he left me, and I never saw him till the fall of 1856. I started home by way of Arizona Territory, and found Hart and Harrison at Taos, N. Mex., on theft way to Utah. Captain Marcy was purchasing mules for the Utah army and I sold mine, but had to go to Fort Brid~er for pay, and Hart again accompanied me, but this time with plenty of means. I remained in Utah for one year. During that time he won some $80,000, including 100 head of cattle from dif- ferent parties. But the fast living of the chief, as he was called, soon relieved him of his money, and he left for parts unknown. On my arrival at Denver City he was there, and shot and killed a man named Jack ONeil ou the race course. I again lost sight of him for some time, but after the rebellion broke out he made his way from Mexico to Arkansas, and was there joined by a few of his old associ- ates, and proceeded to Missouri and commenced his career of murder. There was a man who came with me from Santa F~, N. Mex., this spring who saw him, and he (Quantrihl) sent a message to me by him, stating that he was in all his glory now. WARRENSBURG, Mo., September 15, 1864. Maj. 0. D. GREENE, Assistctnt Adjuta~mtt-Generai: General Brown is at present in eastern part of the district. Have forwarded your dispatch of yesterday. JAS. H. STEGER, Assistant Adjutant- General. SPECIAL ORDERS, )~ IIDQRS. DISTRICT OF CENTRAL MISSOURI, No. 198. 5 Warrensburg, Mo., September 15, 1864. I. Col. James McFerran, First Cavalry Missouri State Militia, will repair forthwith to Mound Prairie Church, La Fayette County, and assume command of the Second Sub-District and all troops therein. The quartermasters department will furnish the necessary transporta- tion. * * * * * * * By order of Brigadier-General Brown: J. H. STEGER, Assistant Adjutant- General Page 204 204 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. FIFTEEN MILES SOUTHEAST OF REPUBLICAN CHURCH, La Fayette County, jJJj0, September 15, 1864. Capt. J. II. STEG-ER, Assistant Adjutant-General: I have the honor to state that I arrived here at 12 m. to-day. Staid last night at Camp Brown. Upon examination I find it wholly imprac- ticable to camp there at present for the want of water for the men. I will look out the nearest and best camp to Mound Prairie Church as soon as practicThle. I find the Companies from Saline have been or- dered here to get their rations and will be here this evening. I will send them back immediately. In haste. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, JAMES MCFERRAN, Colonel First Cavalry Missouri State Militia, Commanding. P. S.It is reported here that Todd, with from 150 to 200 men, passed this point going east on yesterday. J. MCFERiRAIN, Colonel, Commanding. HDQRS. FOURTH SUB-DIST., DIST. OF CENTRAL MISSOURI, Kansas City, Mo., September 15, 1864. THOMAS HALE, Esq., Postmaster, Camden Point, Mo.: SIR: Your letter of the 8th instant, asking for a statement relative to the burning of the U. S. post-office at Camden Point, Mo., is re- ceived. I would inform you that on the evening of the 13th oflluly, after the fight with Thorntons gang at Camden 1~oint, it was reported to me that soldiers were setting fire and plundering some of the build- ings in town. I immediately went to the J)lace and found several houses belonging to prominent rebels in flames. I also saw a number of soldiers in and around a house which I ascertaine(1 was the post-office bnilding, when .1 immediately ordered them to camp and sent for a guard to place over the building. I was called away, and iii a few minutes after I saw the house in flames and concluded that the fire caught from the contiguous buildihgs which were in flames. I am, sir, very respectfully, your obedient servant. JAS. H. FORD, Colonel, Commanding. SPRINGFIELD, Mo., September 15, 1864. Maj. 0. 1). GREENE, Assistant Adjutant- General: A. woman caine into Cassville who says she has seen several of Pricesand Fagans mcii who have come home, and that this force had moved toward Yellville. This may indicate a movement east, simply, and may indicate north. J. B. SANBORN, Brigadier- General, Commanding Page 205 Ciiii. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 205 CASSYILLE, September 15, 1864. General SANBOEN: SIR: Reports say that Price and Pagan are moving in the direction of Yell yule. I received this from a woman who had come from Hunts- ville. She saw several of their men who had come home. J. A. MELTOK, Major Second Arkansas Cavalry, Commanding Post. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF SOUTHWEST MISSOURI, Springfield, Mo., September 15, 1864. Capt. THOMAS B. SUTHERLAND, ~Jommanding Company D, Seventh Provisional: (Care of Commanding Officer Miliville, Mo.) CAPTAIN: Upon receipt of this order you will proceed with your command to this post by the shortest route with camp and garrison equipage, instead of going to llumansville as ordered. Respectfully, yours, & c., JOHN B. SANBORN, Brigadier- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF SOUTHWEST MISSOURI, Springfield, Mo., September 15, 1864. Captain SALLEE, Comdg. Company, Sixth Prov. Enrolled Missouri Mil., In the Field, Douglas County, Mo.: CAPTAIN: You will immediately upon the receipt of this move your comumamid, with its camp and garrison equipage, to this place by the shortest and most expeditious route. You will leave twenty meu and one commissioned officer or sergeant, the poorest armed and mounted in the vicinity of your camp, to drive out small bands of guerrillas and robbers, with imistructiomis to retreat to the woods and take care of themselves in case of the approach of a large force. Arrive here by the night of the 17th, if possible. Yours, JOHN B. SANBORN, Brigadier- General, Commandi~~g. HEADQUARTERS DISTRiCT OF SOUTHWEST MISSOURI, Springfield, Mo., September 15, 1864. Capt. JOHN H. MOORE, Comdg. 61ompany, near Galena, Stone County, Mo.: CAPTAIN: You will immediately upon the receipt of this order send your dismounted and uimarmned men under a commissioned officer to this post. You will leave a sergeant and fifteen men to keep guerrillas out of your neighborhood, with instructions to disappear in the brush upon time appearance of a large force. With the balance of your coin- mand you will make a reconnaissance toward YellvihIe in such a man- ner as to enable you to fall back in this direction before any forc Page 206 [CHAP. Liii. 206 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. advancing from that quarter. Having gained all information of the enemys movements and numbers from that section you will move back to this place with all possible dispatch. Yours, JOHN B. ~SANBORN, Brigadier- General, Commanding. SAINT Louis, September 15, 1864. General FISK: The general commanding is in receipt of information, which he consid- ers reliable, that Perkins is in Boone with about 500, the 500 not being concentrated, but in parties in different neighborhoods, 200 being the most known in any one party. Perkins himself is in south part of Boone, where he has recruited a regiment of 800 men, most of whom are still at their homes. Captains Davis and Arnold, two of Perkins captains, are in Monroe with about 200 men; Colonel Majors also in Monroe with about 500 men, mostly at their homes waiting orders to report. The utmost vigor ought to be infused into all military oper ations against these people to try and break up their organizations prior to the draft ordered on the 19th instant. ~. D. GREENE, Assistant Adjutant-General and Chief of staff. SAINT LouiS, September 15, 1864. General FIsK: In view of the information I telegraphed you to-day from Howard, Boone, Monroe, & c., the general commanding is of the opinion you had better come down nearer to the scene of action, where you can be speedily advised of everything as it occurs and communicate to these headquarters. 0. 1). GREENE, Assistant Adjutant- General and Chief of Staff. SAINT JOSEPH, Mo., September 15, 1864. Col. 0. D. GREENE, Assistant Adjutant- General: General Fisk not yet returned from Atchison County. Will be pre- pared to move headquarters to Macon, Mexico, or Glasgow immediately upon his return, as you may designate. ~. T. CLARKE, Lieutenant and Aide-de-Camp. STURGEON, Mo., September 15, 1864. Major-General ROSECRANS: Forces under my command are actively engaged in Monroe, Randolph, Howard, Boone, and Callaway; are driving, killing, and scattering the rebels in every direction; infantry waylaying cross-roads and the cav- alry chasing. I leave here this morning to take the field myself; wil Page 207 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 207 be out several days; will communicate with you at points where I can find a post-office. Rebels cut telegraph wire last night near IRenick. I will aim to capture them this morning. J. B. DOUGLASS, Brigadier- General. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF SOUTH KANSAS, Paola, September 15, 1864. Maj. C. S. CHARLOT, Asst. Adjt. Gen., Dept. Hdqrs., Fort Leavenworth, Kans.: SIR: The term of service of the Illinois Volunteers doing duty in this district will expire ou the 28th instant. If it is within the power of the major-general commanding to replace them by other troops, it is very desirable to have it done. The effective force under my command is very limited, and as the present season is the most critical one to the border, every soldier that can be spared for its protection should be sent here. Possibly some of the 100-days Kansas trool)s are available. GEG. SYKES, Major-General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF WEST TENNESSEE, Memphis, September 16, 1864. Maj. ~& n. E. H. S. CANBY: GENERAL: A report reaches here this morning that Shelby had reached the Iron Mountain Railroad, and was playing smash gen- erally. I have no doubt we shall hear of Price in that State some- where in a few days. General liosecrans asks me to send General Mower with his division np to Missouri, but he is beyond my reach, and not under my orders. Major-General Forrest went himself to Mobile on the 5th instant, and took & ome dismounted nien; but on Satuirday last, the 10th instant, he was at Okolona, and had gathered there all his effective moun.ted force, and was about to move somewhere, I think Middle Tennessee, for he knows that I am now so weak that I cannot follow him. About half of my cavalry, as you know, is in Arkansas iii l)ursuit of Price & Co., and [have a defensive force hardly sufficieimt for this city. The most I can (10 will be to make some small demonstrations. I believe that Forrest intends to raid Middle Tennes- see, and Kentucky, at the same time that Price and Shelby invade Missouri. C. C. WASHBURN, Major- General. SPECIAL ORDERS, ~ HDQRS. MIL. Div. OF WEST MISSIS$IPPI, No. 130. New Orleans, La., September 16, 1864. * * * * * * * 2. The Eighth New Hampshire Volunteers will be embarked for Natchez, Miss., to be reported by its commanding officer on its arrival at that point to the district commander. Time quartermasters depart- ment will furnish the necessary transportation. * * * * * * * By order of Maj. Gen. E. II. S. Canby: B. F. MOREY, Captain and Assistant Adjutant- General Page 208 208 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. NEW ORLEANS, September 16, 1864. Maj. GEORGE B. DRAKE, Assistant Adjutant- General, & e.: MAJOR: In compliance with your request, I beg to report that on Friday of last week, about 3 p. in., as I was riding down the levee road from the Soutliwood to the Mount Hannas plantation, a lot ofjayhawk- ers halted me, and with threats of blowing my brains out made me dis- mount from my horse and mount one of theirs. They then carried me to the store of Mr. Hill, near by, which they robbed of everything they could carry away, including the old mans moitey. They then made me remount one of their horses and away we went back. They stole two horses on our way, and wheu about three miles in the woods they stripped me of everything, my watch, money, gloves, and every- thing; ordered me to take off my spurs, which I resolutely refused to do, so the leader of the gang nubuckled and took them off himself. He put my saddle on another mans horse and his on mine, then turned me loose in the woods to find my way back on foot. They unbuttoned my clothes and ran their hands over mumy person to see if I had any belt or other property, and subjected mime to other mdi gimities. On Sunday last, just as I had dined, a colored boy came riding hurriedly up and said the guerrillas were comiiing to our house, and I imme- diately determined to tight them. Our clerk (a young fellow of the name of Whitney) and carpenter (Mr. Perry), both white, said they would stand by me, and some of the colored boys sa~d they would, too. We left the house in order to get what arms we could together, and collected our forces in the coin-field below the negro quarters, and got together two old double-barreled guns (one bar- rel of each serviceable), an 01(1 musket, a good revolver, belonging to the carpenter, Mr. Perry, and a small pocket pistol which I borrowed from Mrs. Minor; we then marched to the house, three whites and three blacks, a ball in the musket and buckshot in the guns. The thieves remained at lulls store awhile to get some more plumider from him, and thus gain us time, amid we got to the house first; some more of the black boys volunteered amid we got in some brickbats and clubs. We closed the doors and opened the windows amid stationed ourselves there. A barrel of one of our pistols was accidentally discharged amid the rascals came riding up full gallop with their pieces cocked amid aimed at us, and the fight immediately began. I dont know who fired first, but think we did. The leader was riding mny horse and we shot him dead, and ammother was dangerously wounded and taken prisoner. Omie or two others were reported slightly wounded, as also omie of their horses. We killed, therefore, the leader, Harry King, and wounded amid took prisoner the second imi comnmnand, ~lphonso de Bulnez, and capture(l mmiy horse amid another (shot through the neck), two Iteming- ton army pistols, a double-barreled gun (which they had just stolen from Mr. Hill), two saddles and bridles, and a lot of the goods they carried away from Hills store, all of which we returned. We had time wounded man cared for an(i semt for the doctor, amid~ next day sent him to Ne~v Orleans, where lie is now in hospital. They returned iii about three hours, but twelve mcmi of the One hundred and eighteenth Illi- nois Iteginmemit, sent by Colonel Logan for our protection, were there and drove theni oft; killing oume of their horses, amid, as is reported, wounding one or two of time mcmi. The two macn niemitioned (Kimug and Bulncz) have long been a terror to time neighborhood, I am told, amid some of the soldiers say timeir gamigs are those that have given so mnnch trouble about Baton Rouge, in shooting and capturing U. S. soldier Page 209 CHAP. LJII.I CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 209 on picket duty. Two of our colored boys (Gus Knight and William Scott) fought bravely, and if it is withiii the rnles I think they ought each to have a pistol giveu to them. They all say (the negroes) that if the planters would lead them they would soon exterminate these scoundrels. From the people in the neighborhood back, I learn that they are anxious to have this done (not by the negroes, however), though I understaiid some very ugly threats have beeu made a oainst me for arming the niggers,~~ & c., and they threateu to hang every man of them, and me, too, whenever they can catch us, and we all feel more or less uneasy. Some of the people have been in the habit of coining to our store to get a few things, and to sell or treat for the sale of their cotton, & c. I have only been there three weeks, but from what I have seeii and heard they all seem anxious to come within the lines and desir- ous of having the~ jayhawkers wiped out. So far as my information extends, these roving bands cannot muster, altogether, in thaj district, inure than thirty men. I understand the Confederate officers and sol- diers are also dowii on them. I sent word back to them when I was robbed, to inquire if my property could be restored, but have had no reply. I think a small force could occupy the whole country back there, and as a good deal of cotton has been grown about the neighborhood, should think it would be much better to secure its shipment to this city than to run the risk of its being carried back into rebeldom or burnt. I am, major, very respectfully, yours, CII. HODGES. Llndorsement.] HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE GULF, New Orleans, september 18, 1864. Respectfully referred to Maj. Gen. F. J. Herron for such action as the case may seem to require, and for such recommendation in the case as he may consider for the interest of the citizens in that quarter and consistent with the interest of the service. By order of Major-General Banks: GEO. B. DRAKE, Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS U. S. FORCES, Morganza, La., AS~eptember 16, 1864. Brigadier-General MCGINNIS, Commanding Third Division: GENERAL: The brigadier-general commanding directs that you imme- diately send Col. W. T. Spicely, with four regiments and two sections of artillery, out on tIme Fordoche road, with instructions to leave two reg- iments and a section of artillery at Fordoche Crossing to hold it, while with the remainder of his force he pushes on to the Atchafalaya. On arriving at the river he will so dispose his force as to intercept aiid prevent the crossing of any of the enemys cavalry which may be on this side, and will also, if possible, drive the enemy from his camp on the opposite side. The general also directs that, if practicable, a force be detached by Colonel Spicely to move up to Morgans Ferry to guard the crossing at that point. One hundred cavalry have been ordered to report to him for scouting purposes. Two days rations and sixty rounds of ammunition will be taken. B. WILSON, Captain and Assistant Adjutant- Gentrtl, 14 R R-~YOL XLI~ PT Il Page 210 210 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIIL hEADQUARTERS U. S. FORCES, Col. ~ ~. GUPPEY, illiorganza, La., September 16, 1864. Comdg. Third Brigade, Second J)ivi& ion, Nineteenth Corps: COLONEL: The general commanding directs that you take two regi- ments of your command, with sixty rounds of ainuminition and two days rations, and move out on the up-river road to Bayou Latenache to support Colonel Davis, who has been dispatched in that direction with a cavalry fbrce. If he en~gages the enemy assist him. If no ene my is found return with youi detachment to camp. Very respectfully, 13. WILSON, Captain and Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS U. S. FoncEs, Col. E. J. DAVIS, Jlorganza, La., Septem er 16, 1864. Commanding Cavalry Brigade: COLONEL: The general commandiii g directs that you take a suffi- cieiit force of your command and move out to Bayou Latenache to ascertain the facts counected with the reported light in that vicinity. If you find the enemy not in too great force engage him vigorously and capture or drive him over the Atchafalaya. Please direct the offi~eL in command of the cavalry left in the camp to report at these head- quarters immediately, as it is the design to send a force out on thin Fordoclie road. Very respectfully, 13. WiLSON, Captain and Assistant Adjutant- General. LITTLE ROCK, ARK., September 16, 1864. Maj. Gen. E. IR. S. CANBY: GENERAL: Reports of scouts, deserters, and citizens are still that Price and Shelby are going to Missouri. They scatter over the country and make a clean sweep of horses and supplies as they go. The expe- (lition has beei~ delayed for want of forage. There is none on the route for fifty or sixty miles. I sent an assistant quartermaster into Memphis especially to send forage. He wrote me that it would be sent immedi- ately, but it does not arrive. No further news from Walker and Polig- nac. The wires to Pine Bluff have been down; they are just up. It is said that Price went by way of Batesville and Shelby by Jacksonport. Price had his pontoon with him; thirty-odd wagons. I do not think he would carry that over a country almost destitute of forage. I think now it will be best for my troops to go to Jacksonport, whence they can move either up Black or White River. There is plenty of forage on the east of Black River and very little anywhere else in the country. The cavalry horses from Memphis caine here without shoes; they are just now shod. If the additional re-enforcements you spoke of could be sent up the Washita with supplies I believe we could easily take Shreveport. Would not a movement in that direction bring Price and Shelby back and cause the desertion of most of the Missouri men I A great many of their Ark~ns~s ~neu axe said to be home on furlough. F, STEELE, LIfajor- ~cner~l Page 211 CHAP. LIH.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 211 LITTLE ROCK, September 16, 1864. Maj. G-en. E. iR. S. CANBY: The forage has arrived. Expeditioii will start immediately, under Maj. 0-eu. J. A. Mower. Reconnoitering parties drove in enemys pickets at Benton last night, and report, from information received on the other side of the Saline, that the Texas troops are moving up. General Clay- ton reports that a brigade of rebel cavalry is between Pine Bluff and Monticello. He has sent a reconnoitering party to get between them. F. STEELE, Jiliajor- General. LITTLE ROCK Maj. 0-en. ~J. A. 1~iOWER: , September 16, 1864. The forage has arrived an(l will l)e forwarded to you immediately. Our scouts report that Price went to Batesville and Shelby to Jack- sonport. I wish you to move on Jacksonport direct as soon as l)ossible. Colonel Geigers brigade shall accompany you and furnish escorts to bring back empty wagons, & c. There is forage on the east side of Black River, and probably plenty of beef an(l some wheat. You will be able to judge whether it will be best to go up Black or White River in order to accomplish the object of the expedition, i. e., stop Price and Shelby from making a raid into Missouri. Reconnoitering parties from the other side of the Saline report Texas troops moving this way. I will communicate with you again in regard to the movement. F. STEELE, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS EXPEDITIONARY CORPS, Brownsrille Ark Maj. 0-en. F. STEELE, , ., September 16, 1864. Goinmctndiug Department, Little Rock, Ark.: Can you send me a guide in the morning? If the forage comes out I will be ready to move at 12 oclock to-morrow, but it is absolutely necessary that I should have gnides, as I know nothing of the country. JOS. A. MOWER, Major- General. IIDQRS. SECOND DIVISION, SEVENTH ARMY CORPS, Decalls Bluff, Ark., September 16, 18647 p. m. ABRAHAM LINCOLN, President of the United States: Mv I)EAR SIR: As a boat goes out this evening, I will send the latest news I have, which is not very interesting. It is beyond a doubt that Price is on the north side of the Arkansas, and the better opinion is that he intends going into Missouri. Major0-eneral Mower is already on the way after him, or will soon leave Brownsville for that purpose. There is a nest of bushwhackers, or partisans, lurking about Searcy and West Point, and yesterday about 200 of them were down as far as Des Arc. Truly, your friend, C. C. ANDREWS. P. S.I have just learned that 0-e~ieral Mower has not yet moved from I~rownsvihlc, ~), A Page 212 [CHAP. LIII. 212 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. LITTLE RoCK, September 16, 18649.30 p. m. Colonel MOYERS, Brownsrille: The general desires that you send the following dispatch to Colonel Geiger: DEVALLS BLUFF, September 16, 1864. Capt. C. H. DYER: Lieutenant Woodard, Remount Camp, was within a few miles of Des Arc ro-day and reports that about 200 rebels were in Des Arc yesterday afternoon, consisting of McCoys, Raybornes and Williams companies. ~. ~. ANDREWS, Brigadier-Geflerat. C. H. DYER, Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS THIRD ARKANSAS CAVALRY, llinntersville, September 16, 1864. Capt. C. H. DYER, Assistant Adjutant- General, Little Rock, Ark.: CAPTAIN: Captain Taylor has returned froni scout to Lewisburg, Clinton, and Des Arc Cross-Roads. He reports two regiments (Gor- dons and Ilarrells) having gone to join Shelby at ~J acksonport; Price as on the way to the same place via Clinton and Batesville. Reports Prices force as 6,000 strong. A deserter from Price that came into Captain Gibbons near the Palarm makes same report as to strength of Prices army. Captain Gibbons, ordered by Captain Kehoe, First Mis- sonri Cavalry, to remain with the steamer Carrie Jacobs, asks to be relieved. Captain Gibbons was on his return from scout to Conway County, without rations and his command worn out. The captain reports sick and unable for duty. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, A. H. RYAN, Colonel Third Arkansas Cavalry. LITTLE ROCK, ARK., September 16, 1864. General P. CLAYTON, Pine Bluff: Where are Walker and the Prince l Have you heard anything fut- ther of the movements of the rebels ~ It is said that Price and Shelby are making forced marches to Missouri. General Canby says he can send me 20,000 re-euforcements. McClellan has accepted the noniina tion on the war platform. F. STEELE, Major- General. PINE BLUFF, ARK., September 16, 186412 m. Major-General STEELE: Nothing further from Walker and the Prince. I will send another scout toward Monticello. A brigade of cavalry was at Mount Elba day before yesterday, I do not know what brigade, probably the same that pitched into Colonel Erskinc. I think there can be no doubt but tha Page 213 Caip. LIH.] 213 CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. Price is bound for Missouri. I have been quite sick with a fever for the past two weeks; aiu now convalescent, but unable to leave my quar- ters; I hope to be myself again in a few days. We are getting short of subsistence. I am afraid the river is too low for the transportation of supplies by boat. If Price has made a raid for Missouri could not a counter raid be made into Texas and our prisoners at Tyler liberated~ I am confident it could be done could the necessary cavalry (say 3,000) be spared from this field of operations. I merely make the suggestion for what it is worth. POWELL CLAYTON, Brigadier- General, Commanding. IIDQRs. MILITARY DIVISION OF WEST MissjssI~PI, New Orleans, La., September iG, 18G4. Brig. Gen. M. BRAYMAN, Commanding District of Katcliez, Natche~, Miss.: GENERAL: I am instructed by the major-general commanding to acknowledge the receipt of your dispatch of the 14th instant, trans- mitted via Morganza this morning, and to state that on no account should any troops be drawn from Morgauza for the districts of leased plantations. The main object is to defend the city, and all matters of lesser importance must be made subservient to this while the resources are so limited as they are at present. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, C. T. CHRISTENSEN, Lieutenant- Colonel and Assistant Adjutant- General. NEW ORLEANS, September 16, 1864. (Received 20th.) Maj. Gen. C. C. WASHBURN: I am instracted by the major-general commanding to acknowledge the receipt of yonr communication of the 11th, relating to operations in the Department of Arkansas, and requesting the return of the cavalry sent there by you to aid General Steele in preventing any intended raids by the enemy into Missouri. General Steele was ordered by the command- ing general three mouths ago to pursue Prices and 5helby~s forces if they should attempt to invade Missouri, and has reported that he will follow them as long as he can feed his men. The re-enforcements sent to him will probably be needed to hold the line of the Arkansas during the ab- sence of his troops on this service. General Reynolds has already been instructed to send back to Memphis the detachment of the Seventeenth Corps, and he will also send back General Mowers division if tIme troops of his own corps are sufficient for the purpose indicated. Your cavalry will likewise be returned if not engaged in operations from which it cannot be withdrawn. The comnmandiming general has requested that all the troops fn the west that could be spared, and were not required for the armies of Generals Grant and Sherman, be ordered to report to you at Memphis. C. T. CHRISTENSEN, Lieutenant- Colonel and Assistant Adjutant- General Page 214 214 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. Major-General ROSECRANS, MEMPHIS, September 16, 1864. Commanding Department of the Missouri: Your dispatch of 13th ieceived. I can give no order to General Mower, as he is beyond my jurisdiction. C. WASHBURN, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS SAINT LOUIS DISTRICT Saint Louis, Mo., September 16, 1864. Maj. JAMES WILSON, Pilot Knob: Information deemed reliable has reached here that Price crossed the Arkansas at Dardanelle yesterday week with a large cavalry force. It is believed that lie intends an invasion of Missouri, and that Shelby is to co-operate with him. The main column will probably go west of you, but a diversion may be made on Pilot Knob, Patterson, Bloom- field, or Cape Girardean. By way of diversion, you will send a good scouting party under a good officer by way of Doniphan. Let him go as far down as practicable. I do not care about his early return, but wish him to ascertain the location, strength, and probable purpose of Shelby. The substance of this was sent you three days ago, but in some way miscarried. THOMAS EWING, JR., Brigadier- General. SAINT LOUIS, Mo., September 16, 1864. Capt. P. D. MOCLANAHAN, 6~ape Girardeau: It is rumored here that General Price has crossed the Arkansas River at Dardanelle, and that Shelby is moving up from Jacksonport. Send all the available cavalry force from the Cape to Bloomfield to-morrow un(ler Captain Smith and Lieutenant Wilson or Law. They will take fifteen days small rations with them. Instruct them to unite with all the Three at Bloom field, and move down toward the Arkansas line on the east side of Black River. They will move from Blooinfield without transportation, and patrol the main roads leading from Arkan- sas into my sub-district. They must be vigilant and allow mio rebel force to penetrate Southeast Missouri without their knowledge. I will instruct Captain Edwards to ninove toward Hornersville. General Ewing has ordered a force from Patterson to move toward Doniphan. H. M. HILLER, Lieutenant- Colonel, Commanding Second Sub-District. SAINT LOUIS Captain SELLS, , Mo., September 16 1864. BloomJield, Mo.: It is rumored that a force is approaching from toward Jacksonport. I have ordered all the available troops fi-om Cape Girardeau to Blooiii- field. They will move early in the morning. Iii the meantime, seimd out forces toward Chalk Bluff and the Shoals. Have spies sent t Page 215 CHAP. 1111.1 CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 215 Chalk Bluff and Brewers Ferry to watch the approach of any rebel force. Be active and suffer no force to surprise you or to enter my sub- district without your knowledge. H. M. HuLLER, Lieutenant- Colonel, Commanding Second Sub-District. SAINT Louis, Mo., September 16, 1864. Captain EDWARDS, New Madrid: It is rumored that a force is moving up from Jacksonport. Keep out all the available cavalry you have and patrol all the main approaches from Arkansas, and suffer no force to approach east of Little River without your knowledge. If you find there is no force on the east side of Little River send your force toward Clarkton. Be cautious and vigilant. II. M. HuLLER, Lieutenant- Colonel, Commanding Second Sub- District. WARRENSI3ITRG-, September 16, 1864. Maj. F. S. BOND, Aide-dc-Camp: - It is comparatively safe for citizens to travel from Sedalia to Clinton. Very few, if any, guerrillas in that section of country. E. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General. HEADQUARTERS SEVENTEENTH ILLINOIS CAVALRY, Jefferson City, September 16, 1864. Capt. J. II. STE~ER, Assistant Adjutant- General, Central District of Missouri: SIR: In pursuance of orders of the general commanding the Central District of Missouri, I have the honor to advise you that I have estab- lished headquarters of regiment at thi~ place. Yours, very respectfully, JOHN L. BEVERIDGE, Colonel Seventeenth Illinois Cavalry. SAINT Louis, September 16, 1864. Colonel BEVERID~E, Seventeenth Illinois Cavalry, Jefferson City: The general commanding directs you to march across the country to Rolla and report to General McNeil with the two battalions now under your command. 0. D. GREENE, Assistant Adjutant- General and Chief of Staff Page 216 216 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. T~m. JEFFERSON CITY, September 16, 1864. Maj. 0. D. GREENE, Assistant Adjutant- General: The Third Battalion only is here under my command. The horses drawn at Saint Louis to complete its mount are being shod. It can be ready to march by Sunlay morning. Third Battaliow has in charge 150 horses, unshod, for Second Battalion, stationed at Glasgow. The Second Battalion could follow as soon as brought here and horses shod. This battalion has n~ transportation. BEVERiDGE, Colonel Seventeenth illinois, Commanding. NEOSHO, Mo., September 16, 1864. General SANBORN, Commanding District of Southwest Missouri: GENERAL: I have the honor, according to yours of the 14th instant, requesting me to send you a lady suitable to act in the secret service as spy, to sen(l you Miss Mary Martin, a lady of undoubted loyalty, ingenious and daring. I have information of Stand Watie being down near Spavina. I am going to start a lady, together with the boy Winfield Scott, in that direction to-day. I will use all the vigilance possible and inform you of any and every move in thai direction. I am, general, very respectfully, your most obedient servant, MILTON B [111011, Major, Comdy. Battalion Eighth Cavalry Missouri State Militia. P. S.The news of Stand Watie being near is only from rebel source, and I do not put any confidence in it, but 1 will soon know the facts and communicate with you. SAINT JOSEPH, Mo., September 16, 1864. Col. 0. D. GREENE, Assistant Adjutant- General, Saint Louis: I have just this moment returned from Nodaway County, where I went in person to stop the serious troubles threatened in that quarter. A full written report will be sent you. I convened the committees of safety in Atchison, Holt, and Nodaway Counties, increased the militia force, and believe we have now no cause to fear an outbreak above Saint Joseph. I shall go by the next train to the Boone and Howard regions and give my l)ersonal attention to the guerrillas in that section. CLiNTON B. FISK, Brigadier- General. SAINT JOSEPH, Mo., September 16, 1864. Col. 0. D. GREENE, Assistant Adjutant- General My advices from Boone and Howard do not indicate any great con- centration of the guerrillas. I do not think they aim to concentrate until assured that a strong rebel force has invaded Missouri fuoni Arkansas. I shall misc all the means in my possession to drive the Page 217 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 217 out. Will move from here to-morrow with every man I can spare, and shall be in the field or at Macon, Glasgow, or Mexico until we have a better state of affairs. CLINTON B. FISK, Brigadier- General. SAINT JOSEPH, Mo., September 16, 1864. Col. 0. D. GREENE, Assistant Adjutant-General and Chief of Staff, Saint Louis: Major . King telegraphs me from Fayette that his command have had a light with Andersons guerrillas, killing 11 of them, capturing 12 horses and the same number of revolvers. Some of the bridles of these horses were trimmed with human scalps. CLINTON B. FlSK, Brigadier- General. COLUMBIA Mo 1864. ., September 16, Major-General IROSEclIANS, Commanding Department of the Missouri, Saint Louis: GENERAL: I left Sturgeon yesterday morning with detaclunents of First Iowa Volunteer Cavalry and Third Missouri State Militia. Have traveled seventy-five miles through very rough country. Followed Colonel Perkins to-day twenty miles; killed 1 of his men and scattered the balance (severity-six in number). I am now moving with cavalry; and infantry and believe that in a few days I can break up these bands. Major Leonard killed 4 rebels a day or two since in Howard County. My infantry had a skirmish to-day; the particulars not reported. We are now traveling day and night and killing more or less daily. I have some evidences that the rebels are trying to cross the river. Will leave here early to-morrow morning. Will report to you and General Fisk as opportunity presents itself, and hope that on my return to head- quarters that 1 can report a successful expedition. I have the honor to be, very respectfully, your obedient servant, J. B. DOUGLASS, Brigadier- General. CHILLICOTHE, September 16, 1864. General FISK: I have just received a dispatch from Captain Corry, commanding at Carroliton. The messenger left Carroliton at 112.3() to-day. Captain Corry reports guerrillas, believed to be 200 to 300, passingrapidly through that county eastward. There is no force at Carrolltoii to make pursuit. Should the guerrillas remain in Carroll, which is not likely, or should they come in this direction I will attend to them; but should they move rapidly east through Chariton I have not sufficient force to l)ursue. Captain Kumis company, of Carroll, which has been ordered into active service, are in a muss. I have ordered them brought in by lorce, l)ut that work is not yet completed. Major King, I presume under your orders, took with him the most of my force from Carrollton. This leaves Carroll almost defenseless. The citizens of Carrolltomi are under arms and can defend the town if attacked. J. H. SHANKLIN, Colonel, Commanding Page 218 218 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIIL CoTToNwooD, September 16, 1864. Maj. Gen. S. iR. CURTIS: Command arrived here last night at 10 oclock. Horses badly used up. We scoured the country from the point you left us for thirty iuiles up the Solomon Fork. Captaiii Wilcox, under my instructions, trav- ersed the Middle Fork of Solomon River some twenty miles above a point due south from our encampment at the point of separation. Found all Indians had left for Republican. After being joined by Wilcox we marched in a northwesterly direction, crossing the two Beaver Creeks and striking the Republican at the mouth of Mcdicine Lake. From this point sent two companies to the mouth of Red Willow Creek and the mouth of Whitemans Fork of the Republican River. Finding the Indians were heading for the North Platte, took the nearest route to this point by way of Medicine Lake. Will leave here for North Platte to-morrow with new snpplies. and will, in all probability, strike Indians near Ash Hollow. I fell in with one company of militia from Colorado on the Republican. They are now at or near (YFallons Bluffs. ROBERT B. MiTCHELL. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF NEW MEXICO, Santa P6, N. ]iifex., September 16, 1864. Hon. WILLIAM P. DOLE, Commissioner of Indian Affairs, Washington, D. C.: DEAR SlR: As you are doubtless aware, I have now nearly 8,000 Indians upon the reservation -at the Bosque Redondo who are almost entirely destitute of clothing and blankets, and now the cold weather is rapidly approaching it is of vital importance that the articles which were to be purchased for these Indians with the $100,000 appropriated by Congress in its last session for this purpose should arrive at the Bosque Redondo and be distributed at the earliest practicable moment. I write directly to yourself on the subject that no time mnay be lost. I do this because I had heard it was possible these Indian goods might not come out this fall. Let inc imupress upon your muind that unless they come hundreds of naked women and children will be likely to perish. A special train of wagons escorted by a company of troops can come through at all seasons. I am, sir, very respectfully, your obedient servant, JAMES H. CARLETON, Brigadier- General, Commanding. SPECIAL ORDERS, WAR DEPT ADIT GENERALS OFFICE, No. 306. ,~ Washington, September 16, 1864. * * * * * * 17. Maj. H. M. Enos, division quartermaster, having been assigned to duty as such with the troops nuder the comnumand of Brig. (len. James II. Carleton, U. S. Volunteers, is hereby relieved fromn duty at Fort Union, ~. Mex. He will proceed without delay to Santa F~, N. Mex.,and relieve Col. J. C. McFerran, Quartermaster~s Department, in his duties as chief quartermaster Department of New Mexico. IS. Col. J. C. McFerran, Quartermuastems Departmneiit, as soon as he has turned over the public propcrty, moncy, and records in his posses Page 219 cm. Lm.j OOnEWONDENc, ETC.UN[ON. 219. slon to Ms~j. H. IL Enos, division quarterma*r, will proceed without delay to Fort Leavenworth, Kant, and assume charge ~f the narter-. masters department at that lace. Hewili relieve Capt H. 0. Hodges, assistant quartermaster, U.S. Army1 to whom lie will receipt for the public prcper1~ money,and records in his possession. 19. Capt. H. 6. Hodges, assistant quartermaster U s irmy, win, as soon as relieved in his duties at the depot at 13ort Leavenworth, Kane., by CoL 3.0. McFerran, QuartermastVs.Department, repo$ by. letter to the Quartermaster-General for orders. S S S By order of the Secretary of War: E. D. TOWNSEND, Mdatat A4jutat-OeiwaL Hunxaunnxs Nomnnsnnii maN. Exnrnnox, NWS We, & pteu.ber 16, 1864~ Major-General For., Afilsoceukee: Gumna: I am still here waiting till I hear about the Fisk raid. I have sent the Minnesota command to Minnesota. While here I busy in getting in hay; have to go twelve miles for it; and working on the fort2 putting it into shape to be easily defended by a small force. As I write you officially, there is some hope of a peace being made with the greater part of the Indians before spring. The friendly party of Indians here think so. They have communication with the Indians I fought, and report them badly frightened. Of course it would not do for me to express any very great anxiety on the subject I told them that next year I would be after the hostile Indians again, but th~t I had orders from their Great rather not to fight those Indies who gave. themselves up, and therefore the might tell the Indian that all those who gave themselves up would be treated as Mends; that if they would rather fight, it made no difference to me and my soldiers; that their Great Fathet paid us for fighting, and if we were not fighting them he would send us somewhere else to fight somebody who wan to fight Your instructions direct me to relieve the Thirtieth Wisconsin and that the First U. B. Volunteers will be here to relieve them. frhey cant reach here till October sometime, for they will have to march up. t got a letter from Sioux City, dated the 2d, and nothing. had been heard of them. I thought, from your letter, you wished the Thirtieth to start. I shall, therefore, leave here five companies of the Sixtk Ion Cavalry, sending their horses down to Sioux City, these compa- ides to remain here till relieved by the First U. S. Volunteers. lain hard at work building boats forty-five feet long. My animals are so reduced some of them cant draw an em ty wagon. I can send the troops don this way to Sioux Cityin twelve or fourteen days. I shall send the Thirtieth down in this wa. In case I have a large number of animals at Sioux Citywithout riders, would it not be a good plan to send some of them to the army south? I am very anxious to away from here before cold weather, for I am not we I ye had a severe attack of my old complaintrhen- matism near the heartand I fear being overtaken with a storm on the prairie. Another such attack might pop me ofi but I will not leave till I see matters a little straight. ALF. SULLY, Brigwlier-Gewe Page 220 [CHAP. tilL 220 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. NEW ORLEA~S, LA., September 17, 18644.30 p. rn. (Received 26th.) Maj. ,Gen. H. W. HALLECK, Chief of Staff: General Steele has now been re-enforced by about 16, 000 men. This will secure the line of the Arkansas against any infantry that Kirby Smith can send against it, and enable him to carry out fully his instructions to follow the rebels if they attempt the invasion of Missouri. He reports that he will follow them as long as he can get anything for his men to eat. I have advised him that A. J. Smith has also been ordered to operate against Price, and that he has received his instruc- tions from you. He has been directed to keep Smith advised as far as possible of his own movements and of those of the enemy. General Washburn wishes a part of his force returned, and conditional instruc- tions to that eft~ct have been given. They will not be sent back, how- ever, if they are still- needed in Arkansas. B. R. S. CANBY, ]Jliajor- General. SPECIAL ORDERS, HDQRS. MIL. 1)iv. OF WEST MiSsISSIPPI, No. 131. New Orleans, La., September 17, 1864. * * * * * * * 5. Brig. Gen. T. J. McKean, U. S. Yolnnteers, having reported at these headquarters in compliance with paragraph 24, Special Orders, No. 274, current series, War Department, Adjutant-Generals Office, will report to Major-General Banks, commanding Department of the Gulf, for assignment to duty. * * * * * * * By order of Maj. Gen. B. 1k. 5. Canby: B. F. MOREY, Captain and Assistant Adjntant- General. GENERAL ORDERS, ~ HDQR s. DEPARTMENT OF THE GULF, No. 131. New Orleans, September 17, 1864. In order to provide some means of promoting the general health of the troops at Brazos Santiago and other posts within the department, and in order to insure the proper use of such remedies and prevent- ives as are now supplied for this purpose, it is or(lered that boards be established at each post where scurvy exists, to consist of tIme post commander, post surgeon, an(l one other officer, whose duty it shall be to see that rations of desiccated potatoes amid mixed vegetables are issued and used a proper portiomi of the time, in lieu of rice, beamis, peas, or hominy, in accordance with existing orders upon the subject, and also to see that they are properly cooked and issued to the men. It shall be the duty of these boards to make frequent muspeetmous of the kitchens or messes, with a view to the above, and to make weekly reports to the medical director of the department upon the result of their investiga- tious and efforts. In addition to the boards thus provided for, others will be appointed from these headquarters, to consist of a medical officer and a commissary of subsistence, to visit such posts as may be deemed advisable to inspect the provisioning and cooking of each coin- pany, also to instruct and supervise for at least three days the prepar Page 221 CHAP. LHT.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 221 tions and cooking of desiccated potatoes and mixed vegetables. These boards will report in writing immediately after such inspection direct to these headquarters. The subsistence department of the army has provided articles which, if properly used, will prevent the evil other- wise arising, and it is of the utmost importance to the health and effi- ciency of troops, as Well as of economy and success, that the effort thus wisely made should be energetically seconded by every officer of the army charged with the care and health of our men. By command of Major-General Banks: GEORGE B. DRAKE, Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQIJARTERS U. S. FORcES, ]tiorganza, La., September 17, 1864. Col. W. T. SPICELY, Comdg. Detachment Third Division, Atchafalaya Bayou: COLONEL: Your dispatch to General McGinnis is received. Hold on to your present position until you hear from Colonels Davis or Gup- fey. They may wish to return to camp on the road by which you went out, and, if so, it will be necessary to have the ~oiuts which you now hold guarded. As soon as they join you, or you hear that they will not return your way, you can march with yonr command for camp. It was left discretionary with them to return by whatever route they thought best. M. K. LAWLER, Brigadier- General. HEADQUARTERS U. S. FORCES, iViorgauza, La., September 17, 1864. Col. W. T. SPICELY, Commanding Detachment, Morgans Ferry: You will send the cavalry detachment with you down to Livonia to-night. Instruct the officer in command to so post his men as to guard, if possible, the roads leading from False River to the Atcha- fahiya, and to remain there until he is joined by a force which will be sent out from here in the morning on the down-river road. The object of the move i~ to head off, if possible, and capture a certain Captain Williams, who with thirty men appeared this evening on the last-men- tioned road. Please direct the officer in command to be active and vigilant, and cut off the retreat of the party, if practicable. By coummand of Brig. Gen. M. K. Lawler: B. WILSON, Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS U. S. FORCES, ]lforganza, September 17, 1864. Col. W. T. SPICELY, Commanding Detachment, Morgans Ferry: The general commanding directs that you return at once with your detachment to camp. Colonels Davis ~mnd Guppey have come in by the upper road. Very respectfully, B. WILSON, Captain and Assistant Adjutant- General Page 222 222 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. ~CHAP. LIII. HDQRS. MILITARY DIVISION OF WEST MISSISSIPPI, New Orleans, La., September 17, 1864. Maj. Gen. F. STEELE, Little Rock, Ark.: General A. J. Smith has been ordered to operate west of the Mis- sissippi, and has received instructions from Washington. Put yourself iii communication with him, if possible, and keep him advised of your movements and those of the enemy. E. H. S. CANBY, Major- General, Commanding. (Copy to Major-General Reynolds.) HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF LITTLE ROCK, Little Rock, Ark., September 17, 1864. Col. JOHN F. HITTER, Commanding Officer Second Cavalry Brigade: The brigadier-general commanding directs as follows: That you send out scouting parties to the Saline to bring in beef-cattle, which are reported by Captain Jenks, First Iowa Cavalry,to be plenty in that direction. The commanding officer must be directed to see that effect- ive receipts are given for all cattle not belonging to known active rebels. The cattle will be turned over to the commissary department when brought in. Very respectfully, your obedient servaiit, C. II. DYER, Assistant Adjutant- General. (Copies to Colonels Ryan, Moyers, General Andrews, and General Clayton.) BROWNSVILLE, September 17, 1864. Capt. C. H. DYER, Asst. Adjt. Gen., District of Little Rock: General Mowers command left this afternoon at 1 oclock. My scoilts south report a rebel force of about 100 in the vicinity of Clear Lake. Q. MOYERS, Lieutenant- C~olonel, 61ommanding Post. LITTLE HocK, ARK., September 17, 18647.45 p. m. Lent. Col. G. MOYERS, Brownsville: The general commanding thinks you had better send a force after the rebels which you mention in your dispatch this evening as being near Clear Lake. He directs me to say that to-morrow morning (18th) will be soon enough for the scout to start. S. E. GRAVES, Captain and Acting Aide-de-6amp Page 223 / Ciw~. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 223 HEADQIJARTERS THIRD ARKANSAS CAVALRY, Sejptember 17, 1864. Capt. C. H. DYER, Assistant Adjutant- General, District of Little Bock: CAPTAIN: Lieutenants Mason and Carr returned from scout thirty miles on Clinton road; were unable to proceed farther on account of condition of their horses. Report Price as having passed through Clin- ton on Sunday last in four-mule carriage, driven by black boy. He had about 6,000 cavalry, six pieces of artillery, and a heavy train. In a speech to citizens of Clinton, Price told them that lie was on his way to Missouri via Batesyille. AtClinton h force left the main column and went in direct.ion of Quitinan. Captain Gibbons has returned from duty near the Palarm. Very respectfully, A. H. RYAN, Colonel Third Arkansas Cavalry. LITTLE ROCK, ARK., September 17, 186412.45 p. m. Colonel GEIGER, Austin Order a regiment to accompany General Mower for the purpose of escorting his forage train back after the forage is exhausted. By order of Brig. Gen. E. A. Ca.rr: C. H. T)YER, Assistant A~jutant- General. (Copy to General Mower.) HDQRS. FIRST DIvISIoN, SIXTEENTH ARMY CORPS, Year Brownsville Station~, Ark., September 17, 186411.30 a. m. Major-General STEELE, Little kock: The guides promised me yesterday have not reported. I shall be ready to move in an hour. Is there a ford across White River betweeti here and Jacksonport, or will there be a boat sent from Devalls Bluff to cross my commaiid; and, if so, to what point will it be sent~ J. A. MOWER, Major- General. LITTLE ROCK, September 17, 1864. Maj. Gen. J. A. MOWER: The guides missed the train this morning; they will leave here at 2 p. in., and will overtake you this evening. There is a ford just above the mouth of Black River. There was a fi~rry-boat at Jacksonport across White and several across Black neai Jacksonport. There is plenty of lumber at Jacksonport and you might improvise some method of crossing. I hope to hear from General Cauby, and will communi cate with you at Austin by messenger, F. STEELE, Major- r~rqJ Page 224 224 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF YICKSBURG, Vieksburg, Miss., September 17, 1864. Lient. Col. C. T. CHRISTENSEN, Assistant Adjutant- General, Mit. I)ir. of West Mississippi: Reports from Jackson make it appear that Forrest came there with his force in anticipation of movements on our part or to concentrate for operations against us; but he suddenly and unexpectedly received orders from the rebel General Hood to hurry eastward, supposed to be some point in Shermans r.ear. Very respectfully, N. ~. T. 1)ANA, Major- General. GENERAL ORDERS, HDQRS. THIRD DIv., 16TH ARMY CORPS, No. 13. Jefferson Barracks, September 17, 1864. I. This command will immediately police their various camps thor. onghly, removing all filth, rubbish, & c., and establish thorough clean- liness throughout. II. Sinks in sufficient number for each command will be inmnicdiately dng at proper distances from camps, and when used until filthy or offensive they will be filled and new ones constructed. III. A thorough inspection of camps, condition of troops, arms, accouterments, and equipments will be made at 9 a. m. the 18th instant by the various regimental commanders. By order of Col. William T. Shaw: JAMES B. COMSTOCK, Acting Assistant Adjhtant- Generat. SAINT LOUIS, September 17, 1864. Maj. Gen. W. S. ROSECRANS: DEAR SIR: In addition to the inclosed statement, written yesterday, I now present the names of the following persons who can testify as to the riotous acts and who can point out some of the rioters. A person called Lieutenant Becker was the officer engaged iii the disturbance, as I am informed; H. C. Creveling, esq., can idebtify him. Colonel ~ adjutant can point out some of the soldiers who marched oft with the flag. Ed. J. Bennett, esq., lawyer, was seen conversing with the lieutenant mentioned. N. J. Colman, esq.; John Hogan, esq.; John E. Yose, one of the lieutenants of the police; John M. 1(rum, esq., are also witnesses who can identify some of the rioters if produced. I pre- fer charges of rioting against tifese violators of law, who are very brave in attacking an unarmed crowd, but who would be very careful before an armed enemy. Respectfully, yours, CHAS. C. WHITTELSEY, Secretary Democratic State Central Committee. P. S.I am just informed that soldiers appeared at a meeting held last night at corner of Biddle and Broadway and broke it up Page 225 CIL& r. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 225 [First indorsemeut.] HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE Missouui, & int Louis, & ptember 21, 1864. Respectfully referred to Colonel Baker, through General Ewing, for report on the facts herein alleged, and what means have been adopted to punish the offenders and prevent future outrages or disorders. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. [Second indorsement.] HEADQUARTERS SAINT Louis DISTRICT, Saint Louis, September 25, 1864. Respectfully returned and attention invited to inclosed report of Col. J. H. Baker, commanding post. TII2OMAS EWING, JR., Brigadier- General. [Inclosure No. 1.] SAINT LOUIS, September 16, 1864. Maj. Gem W. S. ROSECRANS, Commanding Department of the Missouri: DEAR SIR: We call your attention as commander of this department to a second outrage npon the right of the people peaceably to assemble for discussiou of public affairs, perpetrated by mutinous and lawless soldiers in front of the Lindell Hotel on Thursday night. Before the meeting of the Sixth Ward McClellan Club had organized, before a word had been said, soldiers assembled for the express purpose of breaking up the meeting upon the sidewalk opposite the hotel at which you have your quarters, shouting for Abe Lincoln, damning McClellan, and doing everything to provoke a breach of the peace, that they might have some excuse for a riot. While the undersigned an(I Mr. D. B. Killian were absent at Colonel Bakers headquarters to procure au officer to remove these lawless soldiers, the meeting was broken up by the soldiers throwing stones at the stand and the people there assem- bled, and even at the balcony of the hotel in which ladies were stand- 11mg. The soldiers then rushed upon the stand, destroyed the traims- l)arelmcies, a locomotive headlight, and seized and carried off the U. S. flag j~laced upon the stamid. This flag was carried to the quarters of the soldiers upon Sixth street between Washington avenue amid Saint Charles. An officer of the army is said to have been engaged in this outrage. Mr. Daniel C-. Taylor says that time flag was taken dowu b~ this officer, who had his uniformu and belt on. The adjutant of Colonel Baker came over with Mr. Killian and myself and saw this flag carried to the soldiers quarters. Many of these soldiers could be identified. The undersigned heard one of the soldiers say, The general cannot control us, he h~is tried that once before; aiid another asserted their right to break up all such meetings. Application had been made to the police and an extra force was upon the ground, but it was too small. Application for protection was, we believe, made to yourself for protec- tion against the soldiers under your commalid, which had been promised. IRelyimig upon these assurances the meeting assembled; everything was quiet and orderly; no taunts were made; nothing was done to excite these mutineers and rioters. But in violation of their sworn duty, in 1~ R RYOLXLI~ PT II Page 226 226 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. violation of the Articles of War and of the law of this State, these rioters assembled and broke up the meeting. If this thing is persisted in, if soldiers, assembled without authority as lawless mobs, are per- mitted thus to act, we shall soon have absolute anarchy, and each man must protect himself and people must assemble prepared to defend their rights against lawless violence. As peaceable citizens, as law- abiding men, we desire to exhaust all the peaceable means known to the law to protect our rights. We appeal, therefore, to you to see that these rioters are arrested and punished according to the rules and Articles of War. We would ask further that soldiers be kept away from all political meetings unless stationed there as guards, and that such other measures be taken as may be necessary to secure to the people peaceable assemblies for discussion of public affairs. We also request that measures be taken throughout the State to keep soldiers away from political assemblies. A soldier has no business -to debate the policy of his superiors. In behalf of Missouri iDemocratic Central Committee: CHAS. C. WHITTELSEY, Secretary. [Inclosure No. 2.] HEADQUARTERS POST OF SAINT LOUIS, Saint Louis, Mo., September 25, 1864. Col. 0. D. GREENE, Assistant Adjutant- General, Department ol the ]Iiliissonri: SIR: In obedience to the directions of the major-general command- ing the departmemit, I have the honor herewith to submit a report in refereuce to the ontrages committed by soldiers at the McClellan meet- ing in front of the Lindell Hotel on the evening of the 15th instant, and their l)roposed attempt to remove the McClellan flag from the Republican office on the evening of the 17th instant, and other matters connected therewith. I have encountered serious difficulties in identi- fying the parties, from the fact that soldiers, as is well known to every officer in the service, generally make it a 1)OInt of honor to befriend each other, while citizens in the dusk of the evening were unable to distinguish one soldier from another. About ninety soldiers in all have been arrested and examined under oath. They were mostly from the Sixth Missouri Cavalry, some from Merrills Horse, and three from the Tenth Kansas. Their concurrent statements go to show that they came to the city on the evening of the outrage at the Lindell Hotel for the purpose of attending the Fletcher or Union meeting in front of Guenadons, on Washington avenue, and nearly all deny that they had any previous knowledge that a McClellan meeting was to be held at the Lindell Hotel, being apprised of the fact of the Democratic meeting only after their arrival at the l)lace of the Fletcher meeting. A careful examination of the testimony, together with the above state- ment, leads me to conclude that if they did participate in the riot they did so from the impulse of the moment, and not from preconcerted arrangement. I must, however, here call special attention to the testi- mony of Sergeant Henderson, of the Sixth Missouri Cavalry, who states that officers of his battalion had in camp counseled and advised the breaking up of meetings such as the Democrats had previously held in Saint Louis, on the ground that they were disloyal. There is no testimony other than the above going to show that the soldiers were ever instigated to these lawless acts by any one. What they did wa Page 227 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 227 evidently of their own volition, though citizens participated with them. Certainly there is no testimony whatever showing that citizens incited them to violence. Sergeant Henderson further affirms that he does know of men belonging to his regiment who did participate in the riot bythrowing stones, but declines at present to give their names. There is abundance of testimony going to show that a majority at least of the soldiers engaged in the affair of the Lindell Hotel belonged to the Sixth Missouri Cavalry. There were other soldiers there pres- ent mingled with them, but they constituted the main body. The public prints have given currency to the statement that the rioters were chiefly from the Tenth Kansas; but the testimony does not show this to be true. But three men of the Tenth Kansas were present. Their affidavits * will be found with the inclosed documents. Atten- tion is respectfully invited to the accompanying statement* of Private Harris, of Company B, Tenth Kansas, who affirms that he was stand- ing among the soldiers ol)posite the Lindell Hotel, and that the first stones cast came from the crowd which hurrahed for McClellan. This statement is corroborated by that of Lient. F. W. Becker, who is on duty with the chief of ordnance of the Department of the Mis- souri. Thongh this is doubtless true, yet it is equally true that the soldiers standing thereabouts had stones in their hands before this, evi- dently awaiting a favorable moment in which to throw them. it has been dleged that soldiers of the Tenth Kansas openly and defiantly carried the flags taken from the speakers stand to their owii quarters. The flags were so taken, bitt by members of the guard who had rescued them from the rioters under the direction of Lieutenant Thorpe and Captain Hills. These flags have since been returned to the committee. It has been charged that an officer of the army Was personally engaged in the em cute, aiding and inciting the soldiers. Lieut. F. W. Becker, assistant to the chief of ordnance, has been designated as the officer. His statement* is herewith inclosed. Until successfully contradicted it is entitled to credence. He has been confronted with Messrs. Crevelin g and Marsh, citizens, who thought they could recognize the officer, but failed to identify him as the one. After the main difficulty at the front of the Lindell Hotel another occurred within their building, in which Capt. J. M. Adams, of the First Missouri Cavalry, temporarily here under orders from Major-General Steele, was the principal character. His statement,* supported by that of Mr. N. H. Clark, a well-known citizen, is herewith submitted. He was evidently more sinned against than sinning, and may rejoice at his narrow escape. From the great mass of testimony taken from men who were upon the ground, it is ex- traordinary that the guilty parties cannot be identified. It can only be accounted for on the supposition before stated that soldiers Inake it a point of honor to shield each other in matters of this kind. It is evi- dent that Sergeant Henderson knows sufficient to give a clew to the whole affair. But in what manner he is to be compelled to give the in- formation is for my superior officers to direct. The major-general coin- manding may rest assured that the most diligent and persistent efforts have been made to ascertain the guilty, over ninety men having been arrested and examined and every clue faithfully followed. I desire here to remark that the evidence clearly shows that citizens as well as sol- diers participated in the outrages. So far as ihe throwing of stones was concerned there were evidently as many citizens so engaged as sol- diers. The number of soldiers actually taking part as stated in the * Not found Page 228 228 [ChAP. LIII. LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. public prints is a palpable exaggeration. It is a very easy thing for idle rumor to place the burden all upon the shoulders of the soldier, but evidence by no means sustains the indictment. As to the proposed outrage at the Republican office, I feel sure that I shall be able to identify most of the parties. As new and important testimony iu reference to that affair has just been developed, I will report again at an early day. The evidence shows that the assailants in this latter case were nearly all from the Sixth Missouri Cavalry. Some officers of that regiment have doubtless beeu guilty of encourag- Pig the men to lawless acts and derelict of duty in failing to enforce wholesome discipline. A full statement of these points will be made hereafter. Attentiou is respectfully invited to the inclosed statements~ of the different commanding officers of regiments and detachments serving at this post as to the participation in these outrages of the mcu of their respective commands. Especial attention is asked to the report* of Captain Jones, of the provost guard. I have taken such measures as have insured peace and good order at all the meetings held subsequeut to those above mentioned. I have given the matter my personal attention, having been present at thc meetings. Various members of the Democratic committee have assured me that they were satisfied that their future gatherings under the ample arrangements I have made would be unmolested. Not willing that the brave and gallant soldiers at this post should be denied the privilege of attending such political meetings as they may desire when not on duty, I have issued a general order relative to that subject, a copy of which is herewith inclosed, and I trust that it may meet the approba- tion of the major-general commanding. I shall still continue my efforts to apprehend the guilty and bring them to punishment, but I could not longer delay placing such facts as were already in my possession before the major-general commanding, and also to take the opportunity of assuring him that such measures had been taken as to secure peace and good order at future political meetings in this city. I have the honor to be, very respectfully, your obedient servant, J. U. RAKER, Colonel Tenth Minnesota Infantry, Commanding Post. [Sub-inelosurel SOLDIERS AT POLiTICAL MEETINGS. GENERAL ORDERS, HEADQUARTERS PoST OF SAINT Louis, No. 11. Saint Louis, Mo., September 21, 1864. Recent ~vents in this city have made it necessary that some rule of conduct be adopted for the government of troops at this post in their attendance upon political meetings. The soldier has the same politi cal rights as a citizen, and when not on duty or restrained by post reg- ulations is not to be denied the privileges of an American freeman ftC hearing discussions and deliberating upon the grave questions which involve the destiny of his country. But a republic may justly be jeal- ous of military interference with rights so sacred as those of free assem- blages and free discussion for all legitinmate purposes. Reflectiomi will teach the intelligent soldier that he, the chosen custodian of law and defender of constitutional rights, should be the last maim in the Republic Not found Page 229 CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION~ 229 to do violence to the very principles he is called to defend. A faithful soldier is the most exalted type of a patriot. He should permit no man to excel him in devotion to established rights, and should scorn to cast a stain upon the honor of his high vocation. If there is a lawless abuse of liberty in our community working evil to the Government, if disloyal sentiments are uttered at political meetings, yonr superior officers, when the military authority ought so to do, will interfere to arrest and Punish the guilty. The soldier may rest assnred that his rights also shall be duly respected, and that studied insults offered shall not go unrebuked and unpunished. But action in these matters must be left to his superior officers, who are responsible for the proper discharge of their official duties. it is therefore ordered: I. Enlisted men at this post not on duty may attend political meet- ings when their purpose is peaceably to hear the discussions; but under no circumstances shall they in any manner whatever interfere with such meetings. Any soldier violating this order will be immediately arreste(l by the provost guard and held for severe punishment. II. All officers on duty at this post are enjoined to aid in the strict execution of this orde; aid will at all times, when present at such meetings, use their utmost endeavors to prevent any interference by soldiers. And any officer found guilty of aiding, abetting, or counsel- ing soldiers to riotous proceedings at such meetings will be reported for summary dismissal from the service. III. The commanding officer of the provost guard is charged with the execution of this order, a~~d will detail a sufficient force, under trusty officers, to attend and enforce this order at all political meetings in this city. By order of J. H. Baker, colonel Tenth Minnesota Infantry, com- manding post: J. C. BIRADEN, Post Adjutant. Major-General itosECRANS, ~WARRENSBURG, September 17, 1864. Commanding Departm~ment of the Missouri Ihave the honor to report that I returned last night from a visit to the eastern part of the district. - There were rumors that there were a few guerrillas in eastern Cooper County, but nothing deemed reliable was learned of them. The trool)s are actively scouting for them, and as a large iniumber of companies have been organized and armed under General Orders, No. 107, I have no doubt that the last vestige of bush- whackers will be driven out of that part of the district. I hope the loyal citizens will return and assist in the protection of their~ homes. E. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General. LEXINGTON, Mo., September 17, 1864. Capt. JAMEs H. STEGER, Assistant Adjutant- General, District of Central Missouri: CAPTAIN: I have the honor to state that Major Mullins moved from Republican Church for Marshall this mnoruing. Captain Meredith moved with three companies to Sawyers firm, seven or eight miles south l)y west from this place. 1 expect to join hint to-morrow with Captain Burns amid his company, and make my headquarters there fo Page 230 ~(CHkP. LIII. 230 LOUISIANA AND TIlE TRAN~4-MISSlSSIPPI. the present. The reason for selecting this point is that during the extreme dronght now prevailing here it is the nearest practicable point to procnre water to Mound Prairie Chnrch. I will cause search to be made, and if a nearer [supplyl can be had will move to it immediately. One hnndred and thirty gnerrillas crossed to the north side of the river on yesterday below Dover, supposed to be under Todd and Pool. Their course is reported to have been east after crossing, as they were last seen in the vicinity of Hills Lauding, south of Carrollton. Ex-Governor King spoke here to-day. The best of order was maintained. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, JAMES Mcl?EItRAN, Cot. First Car. ]liliissouri Stale Militia, Comdg. Second Sub-District. IIDQRS. FIRST CAVALRY MISSOURI STATE MILITIA, Lexington, Mo., September 17, 1864. Capt. JAi~IuS II. STE~ER, Assistant Adjutant- General, Warrens burg, Mo.: CAPTAiN: I have the honor to report for the information of the gen- eral commanding that since my report of the l3th* there has evidently been an increase of guerrillas in La Fayette County, and my opi iiion is that they have come from the north side of the river. Some two or three others have been wounded, but none known certainly to have been killed. Special Orders, No. 196, have been received in due time, an(l as the command had been ordered to concentrate on the 15th at Ilepublican Church, I there intended making the disposition of the command as directed; but as a part of the command did iiot arrive until the 16th, and after the arrival of Colonel McFerran the order was turned over to him, I returned to this place and will proceed to Jefferson City as soon as I can close up my returns, & c. As there seems to be such a determination upon the part of the general commanding to insinuate that the command has done nothing during the month of August, and to not give the conim and that credit to which they are certainly entitled to (for there never was a command that has done more faithful service than the troops under my command have done for that period), I will invite the attention of the general commanding to the following state- ment of facts, and he can see for himself what are the results. April, 1864, Lieutenant Couch and 2 men of Company C killed and 1 wounded, and 5 horses and equipments lost. Four horses and equip- ments lost Company F. May, 1864, 1 man of Company F killed and 1 horse and horse equip- ments lost. June, 1864, COmpany M, 12 men killed, arms lost, and 12 horses and horse equipments lost; Company F, 5 men killed and arms lost; Coin- p anyl, 4 men killed and arms lost; Coinpai~y I, 3 horses and horse equipments lost; Company I, 2 wagons burned and 3 wagon-loads of subsistence stores, 13 mules killed and harness lost; Company F, 23 horses amid horse equipments lost, making a grand total of 25 killed, 1 wounded, 56 horses lost, 47 equipments lost, 2 wagons lost, 13 mules, and 3 wagon-loads of subsistence stores lost. During the above months there have been 11 guerrillas killed, 14 wounded, 21 horses captured. * See Part I, p. 753 Page 231 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC .IJNION. 231 August, 1864, guerrillas killed, 8, and 2 more mortally wounded, and probably a number of others wounded, but as the wounded are only guess work no report made. Casualties on our part, 1 man killed and 2 wounded. The above statement certainly will satisfy the general commanding of the results of the campaign for the month of August. I am, very respectfully, your obedient servant, B. F. LAZEAR, Lieutenant- Colonel First Carair4~ Missouri State Militia. WARRENSBURG, September 17, 1864. Capt. MELVILLE U. FOSTER, Iliolden: It is reported that there is a band of about 100 guerrillas near the mouth of Brush Creek, ou Blackwater, in the vicinity of Mrs. Howes. Beat up the Brush with a sufficient force and let me know the result. Lieutenant flouts, at Hudsons, will act with you. if you want him. The guerrillas are })robably watching for some of your small parties. E. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General. SAINT Louis. Mo., September 17, 1864. Colonel BEVERIDGE, Jefferson City, Mo.: You will be able to get from the depot quartermaster at Jefferson City sufficient transportation to enable you to make your march to Rolla. Take with you the horses of the Second Battalion, which is under orders to march to join you. The transportation you take from Jefferson City will be sent back at once from Rolla, where there is plenty for you. 0. D. GREENE, Assistant Adjutant-General and Chief of Staff. SPRINGFIELD, Mo., September 17, 1864. Maj. 0. D. GREENE, Assistant Adjutant- General: The command under Generals Price and Fagan have not come through the Boston Mountains, but is reliably reported to have gone to Bates- ville, where General Price had previously ordered 20,000 rations to be prepared and ready for his command. The rumor in the country was this command is the same that it has been all summer, viz, that they are coming to Missouri. JOHN B. SANBORN, Brigadier- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF SOUTHWEST MISSOURI, S~pringfteld, Mo., September 17, 1864. Maj. MILTON BUECH, Commanding at Neosho: MAJOR: Your conununication in regard to Joshua Hickey was duly received and referred to Captain Sutherland, commanding at Carthage. It is made fully to appear by the report of Captain Sutherland and th Page 232 232 LOUISIANA AND THE ThANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. 1111. affidavits of at least fifteen witnesses that this malls house and lands have been a home and harbor for bushwhackers for more than a year past. There cannot be any doubt of this. Th~ Government has no indemnity or security to offer to su~h men, their families, persons, or property. By harboring bushwhackers they foment strife and disorder and become guilty before the fact of the murders and robberies of their neighbors~ You will afford no protection to Joshua ilickey and order him to leave this district without delay. Jmpress upon the minds of all people in your vicinity that they must take an active part in the support of the Government and the maintenance of its supremacy, or the GovQrnrndnt will have no l)rotection or security to afford them when the day of their calamity comes. While you make every effort to aid and protect the loyal citizens, you will use equal effort to punish the disloyal enemies of the Government and the general enemies of man- kind. Very respectfrilly, your obedient servant, JOHN B. SANBOHN, Brigadier- General, Commanding. SAINT JOSEPH, Mo., September 17, 1864. Col. 0. D. GREENE, Assistant Adjutant- General: I have ordered Major Matlack to move to Rolla forthwith. CLINTON B. FISK, Brigadier- General. SAINT JOSEPH, Mo., September 17, 1864. Col. 0. I~. GREENE, Assistant Adjutant-General: The guerrillas are again concentrating in Clay County. Thrailkill has recrossed the river and with Cy. Gordon has commenced stealing horses and gathering recruits. I shall send portion of Colonel Hardings regiment into that locality at once. Have ordered 200 of his men to procure horses from their homes. I shall take all other troops now at Saint Joseph to Howard and Boone Counties to-morrow. CLINTON B. FISK, Brigadier- General, Commanding. SAINT Louis, Mo., September 17~ 1864. Brig. Gen. C. B. FISK: Cant you clear your district in a few days so as to be ready for the draft0? If Price dont make a raid soon I might let the Seventh Kansas take a turn over there. W. S. ROSECIRANS, Major. General. SAINT JOSEPH, Mo., September 17, 1864. Major-General ROSECRANS, Commanding Department of the Missours: I shall make my district ready for the draft speedily. I hope to give i~he rebels of Boone and Howard a good start the coming week. Would like the Seventh Kansas at Columbia for ten days. They would do a good work in that time. I go to Macon to-morrow night with 200 men from this post. Shall go through Randolph, Monroe, Boone, and Howar Page 233 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. myself. Thrailkill is again in Clay. Will send a portion of Hardings regiment into that locality at once. Can you send inc the Seventh Kansas~ CLINTON B. FISK, Brigadier- Generals WESTON, September 17, 1864. Lient. W. T. CLARKE: I have jnst received intelligence that guerrillas are concentrating in Clay County. Thrailkill has crossed the river, and with Cy. Gordon ~and others is bnsy stealing horses and picking tip recrnits. They are intending to cross the river in a few days for the south. H. HILLIAIRD, Major, & e. SuPT.s OFFICE, HANNIBAL AND SAINT JOSEPH II. li. Co., Hannibal, Mo., AS4tember 17, 1864. Brig. Gen. C. B. FISK, Saint Joseph: GENERAL: I send yon inclosed a letter from Mr. Jones, who writes from New Cambria (Stockton), on the line of our road. This place has been visited and robbed several times this summer, and last night also Callao was visited and robbed. Chariton bridge is between these places, and I fear it may be burned. Can you take measures to more effectually protect and prevent these troubles ~ J. T. K. HAYWARD. [Iiwlosure.] NEW CAMBRIA (ALIAS STOCKfON), Friday Evening, September 16, 1864. Colonel HAYWARD: DEAR SIR: I am just informed that forty bushwhackers visited Cal- lao last night, and after having robbed all they could, killed one man. I am also informed that there are 1,200 soldiers at Macon City. Would it not be well to detail some of these soldiers at different points on the road ~ Since I came here in June I have done my utmost to prevent our people being alarmed, and the result has been that whilst emigra- tion has almost ceased among others, the Welsh continue to come. Twenty-two came here during the last ten days. I went with a party of them 1kw two days over some forty miles of country surrounding this point. They are all pleased with the country, and have bought iniproved farms and railroad lands. They tell me they represent some 200 families, and it is most important for the interest of the railroad company that I should be able to state throngh the Welsh press that this part is properly protected by the military. I hope you will cause a suitable number of soldiers to be stationed here at once. Yours, very truly, W. B. JONES~, DANYILLE, Mo., September 17, 1864: Brig. Gen. C. B. FISK: DEAR SIR: I write you to advise you relative to a little raid th~ was made into our county on the night of the 12th instant. The ~aiders~ made a descent into onr county from Callaway for the purpose- of rob- Page 234 234 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. bing Union men of arms and horses and the merchants of goods, & c. Some of us citizens of Danville heard of their being at High Hill com- mitting these depredations, and believing that they would return to Callaway County that night, and kuowing the road which they would travel, eight of us armed ourselves with shotguns and revolvers and took a stand on their road, and snrc enough they came along, and we let in upon them. We did not kill any of them outright, but we wounded several of them, captured 1 horse, 1 gun, and several of the articles stolen by them but, strange to say, some men in our community claim- ing to be Union men denounced our action in the premises, because one of their party claimed to be a regular commissioned Confederate officer. And now, general, if our action as Union men should meet your approbation I would like to receive such a statement from you by way of authority for it. We can command eighteen or twenty U. L. A. men of our county who will go on five minutes notice in the pursuit of these thieves and robbers if you will only back us in it, and I would like to hear from you as early as possible on these pointswhether we are justifiable in what we have done, and whether you will authorize us to do so again. Yours, very respectfully, SAML. J. MOORE, M. B., President of U. L. A. of Danville, Mo. FORT LEAVENWORTH, September 17, 1864. Maj. (len. H. W. HALLECK, Washington, D. C.: Returned from the plains. Generals Blunt and Mitchell are extend- ing search up the Arkansas and up the Platte. Indians not found in force. News of 13th instant from Fort Gibson just received. Reports rebels moving on that post from below, and Price with 15,000 mcii hav- ing crossed the Arkansas at iDardanellc. S. R. CURTIS, Major- General. FORT LEAVENWORTH, September 17, 1864. Major-General ROSECRANS, Commanding Department of the Missonri - Dispatches just received from Fort Gibson, dated 13th, report rebels moving through Choctaw Nation on that post. Also reported there that General Price had crossed Arkansas River with 15,000 men, mov- ing northward. S. R. CURTIS, Major- General. IIEADQITARTERS DEPARTMEYT OF KANSAS, Fort Leavenworth, September 17, 1864. His Excellency Governor CARNEY, Leavenworth: I have just returned from the plains after a reconnaissance extend- ing over 1,000 miles, mainly through country west of settlements in Nebraska and Kansas. 1 lind no signs of a large body of Indians in that region. A dispatch just received from Fort Scott brings report Page 235 CHAP. MIII 235 CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. from Fort Gibson, 13th, stating that rebels were moving on that place through Choctaw country, and that it was there reported General Price had crossed Arkansas River at Dardanelle with 15,000 men. I may again have tQ ask the militia of Southern Kansas to aid in checking rebel approaches. R. CURTIS, Major- Ueneral. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF CENTRAL MISSOURI, Warrensburg, September 17, 1864. Maj. Gen. GEORGE SYKES, Olathe, Kans.: Letter of the 7th received. Report is an exaggeration, if not to- tally false. The rebels are in La Fayette County, and my troops rel)ort that Quantrill was killed in April. Coon Thornton went south with about 150 men, all lie could raise on the north side of the river, about the 1st instant. The gaerrillas will not move in a large body, and thus attract attention, if they shonld go south this fall. I think that when cold weather comes more of them will go into the loyal States. They did not join Shelby when he made his raid last year, and 1 do not think any considerable number of them would do so if he comes again. I hope yon will not hesitate to enter the district if you deem it necessary. Advise me by telegraph, if you please, of any such movement, so that I can, as far as possible, guard against mis- take. B. B. BROWN, Brigadier- G eneral. HE NDQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF KANSAS, Fort Leavenworth, September 17, 1864. Major-General SYKES, Conifig. District of Southern Kansas, Paola. Have scouts sent in south and southeast directions to get intelligence as to rebel movements on Arkansas River. If necessary, militia must be called to our aid. S. R. CURTIS, Major- General. PAOLA, September 17, 1864. Major CHARLOT, Assistant Adjutant- General, Fort Leavenworth: I send the following telegram, just received from Fort Scott, for the information of Major-General Curtis: PORT SCOTT, September 12, 1864. Capt. GEORGE S. HAMPTON, Assistaiit Adjetant-Geneial: I send for the information of the major-general commanding the district the fol- lowing communication just received: FORT GIBSON, September 13, 1864. Col. C. W. BLAIR, Fort Scott I have the honor to report that the general commanding this district has ,jnst notified me that the rebels are advancing in the Choctaw Nation in this direction; it is also reported that General Price, with 15,000 men, has crossed the Arkansa Page 236 LOUISIANA ANP THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPL iCHA~. LIII. River at Dardanelle. The communication between Little Rock and Fort Smith is t~ut off. We may look for an extensive raid, I fear. More troops will be here in a few days. The ox train has started. Nothing heard yet from Major Hopkins and the mule train. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, S. H. WATTLES, Colonel, Comman din C. W. BLAIR, Colouci.. 0-EG. SYKES, Major- General. FORT SCOTT, September 17, 1864. Capt. G. S. HAMPTON, Assistant Adjutant-General, Paola, Kans.: I learn from a man who left Fort Smith last Monday that Price crossed 10,000 more men last Saturday and Sunday, about thirty miles below Smith. This makes his force north of the river 15,000 strong, and he is represented to have thirty pieces of artillery. A large part of his force is said to be infantry. I give this just as I get it. CHAS. W. BLAIR, Colonel, ct~c. FORT LEAVENWORTH, September 17, 1864. Governor SAUNDERS, Omaha: Iteached headquarters last night. In answer to your inquiry as to taking Indians as militia, think it better not. I am authorized to take them as U. S. scouts for a year on same terms as other Federal cavalry. S. It. CIJIITIS, Major- GePeral. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE NORTHWEST, Milwaukee, Wis., September 17, 1864. Maj. Gen. H. W. HALLECK, Chief of Staff of the Army, Washington, ft C.: GENERAL: I have the honor to report that six companies of the First U. S. Volunteers were some time since sent up the Missouri River to relieve the six companies of the Thirtieth Wisconsin Volunteers, on duty in that region, which were ordered to return to Saint Louis on the same boat which took up the companies first mentioned. I expect every day to learn of the arrival of the companies of the Thirtieth Wis- consin at Saint Joseph on their way to Saint Louis. The other four companies of the same regiment have been ordered as soon as relieved at Fort Wadsworth, on the James River, to march to Saint Paul, and thence to be sent to join the other six companies of their regiment. Please send instructions to what point that regiment is to go from Saint Louis and Saint Paul. I expect every (lay to hear of the return of the Eighth Minnesota Volunteers to Saint Paul, and that regiment also will immediately go south. I understand at present that both these regiments are to be sent directly to General Sherman and in the absence of other iiistructions they will be semmt accordingly to At- lanta. I am, general, respectfully, your obedient servant, JNO. POPE, Major-General, Commanding Page 237 CaAr. LIH.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 237 HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE NORTHWEST, Milwaukee, Wis., September .17, 1864. Maj. Gen. II. W. HALLECK, Chief of Staff of the Army, Washington, D. C.: GENERAL: The inspections of this department by Brigadier-General Ketchum and others, made upon the representations of persons un- known to me, having been completed and their results laid before the War Department, I have the honor to request that copies of the state- ments or letters on which these inspections were ordered be furnished me. As such statements impugned the truth of my official returns of troops under my command, and as they were considered of authority great enough to justify an inspection of this department, it is but jus- flee to me, now that the inspections have been completed and the untruthfulness of these statements demonstrated, that I should be fur- nished copies of them and the names of their authors. It is not be- lieved that the War Department will take action implying so insulting a charge against an officer as are these inspections, based upon state- ments of persons unknown to the officer in question, without furnish- ing him copies of the statements and the names of his maligners. I confidently believe, therefore, that the War Department will comply with my reasonable request. I am, general, respectfully, yonr obedient servant, JNO. POPE, Myor- General. Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF WEST TENNESSEE, Memphis, September 18, 1864. Maj. Gen. E. H. S. CANBY: No new developments on the west side of the Mississippi since my last. The report that Shelby had reached Jrouton, Mo., was not true. General Forrest, on the 5th instant, went from Grenada to Mobile, but on the 10th he was at Okolona and had planted all his effective cavalry there and was about making a move somewhere, generally thought to the rear of General Sherman. I believe that he intends to go into Middle Tennessee, and have so telegraphed General Grant, Gemieral Halleck, and General Sherman. With Smith and Mower gone and 100- days men gone, and nearly half of my cavalry helping General Steele. I have no power to hold Forrest where he is. Should I hear of Forrests having withdrawn from the line of the Mobile and Ohio Railroad and gone iuto Middle Tennessee I will sen(l such cavalry as I can raise to make a dash down to and below Okolona, which will soon bring him back out of Tennessee. I munch regret that I have not now all my cavalry here, for with it I think I could prevent this contemplated raid of Forrest. C. C. WASHBURN, Major- General. SPECIAL ORDERS, ~ TIDQRS. DEPARTMENT OF THE GULF, No. 252. Xew Orleans, September 18, 1864. 1. Brig. Gen. T. J. MeKean, U. S. Volunteers, having reported at these headquarters in compliance with~paragraph 5, Special Orders, No. 131, current series, from the headquarters Military Division of West Mississippi, is assigned to duty as chief of cavalry, Department of the Gulf Page 238 238 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIppJ. [cHAP. LLIL 2. Brig. Gen. T. J. MeKean, U. S. Volunteers, having been assigned to duty as chief of cavalry, Department of the Gulf; Lient. Col. William S. Abert, assistant inspector-general, is relieved from the charge of the cavalry bureau. * * * * * * * By command of Major-General Banks: C. S. SARGENT, Acting Assistant Adjutant- General. IIDQRS. SECOND DIVISION, SEVENTH ARMY CORPS, DevaUs Bluff, September 18, 18644.45 p. m. Capt. C. II. DYER, Assistant Adjutant- General, Little Bock: A colored man, captured with Fifty-fourth Illinois, returned to-day. He left Shelbys force, eight days ago, three days march above Pocahon- tas. He says they had two small steam-boats, which they took np as far as possible. Very respectfully, C. C. ANDREWS, Brigadier- General, Commanding. (Copy to Major-General Steele.) PINE BLUFF, ~ Septentber 18, 1864. Major-General STEELE: My scouts have just returned from the vicinity of Monticello and Mount Elba. They bring the following information: Walkers division of infantry is at Monticello; also Parsons division (three brigades) of cavalry. All of the infantry from Camden and Princeton are at War- rem Fagans command is also at Monticello. A force of cavalry is at Mount Elba; probably a detachment from the cavalry at Monticello. This information they give as entirely reliable. POWELL CLAYTON, Brigadier- General. HEADQUARTERS DISTRiCT OF THE FRONTIER, Fort Smith, Ark., September 18, 18648 a. in. Col. STEPHEN II. WATTLES, Commanding Indian Brigade, Fort Gibson, C. N.: SIR: I have ordered the Twelfth Kansas Infantry to march as rap- idly as possible for Fort Gibson. Send forward as many troops as you can possibly spare to re-enforce the train, or be within supporting dis- tance of it. Make Gibson as strong as possible by throwing up rifle- iits and barricades. Send messengers to me often. Your dispatch of yesterday evening has just reached me. Very respectfully, JOHN M. THAYER, Brigadier- General, Commanding Page 239 CHAP. LHI.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 239 HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF THE FRONTIER, Fort AS~mith, Ark., September 18, 1864. Colonel WATTLES: DEAR SIR: Colonel Adams, of the Twelfth Kansas, ranks you, but I have suggested to him not to assume command over you, but to act in conjunction with you. Do the best you can; hold Gibson and save the train. Very truly, yonrs, JOHN M. THAYER, Brigadier- General. WARRENSBURG, ASeptember 18, 1864. Maj. 0. D. GREENE, Assistant Adjutant- General and Chief of Staff: It is reported that Todd, with 150 men, has passed to the east through La Fayette County. I have ordered Major Kelly to move from Sedalia toward the month of the Blackwater; all mounted men from Jefferson City into Moniteau County. Three companies now in Cooper, and all companies of citizen guards to be active and on the alert. E. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General. LEXINGTON, September 18, 1864. Capt. J. H. STEGER, Assistant Adjutant-General: One hundred and thirty guerrillas crossed the Missouri River to north side on Friday morning just below Dover. JAS. MOFEIIRAN, Colonel, Corn~nanding. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF CENTRAL MISSOURI, - Warrensburg, September 18, 1864. Col. FRANK. W HICKOX, Jefferson City: There is a reported movement of Todds guerrillas toward Cooper County. Send all the mounted troops of the Fourth Missouri State Militia to the west line of Moniteau, with orders to scout the country thoroughly, and after doing so to report from California by telegraph for orders. Advise all companies of citizen guards to be on the alert and active. E. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General. WARRENSBURG, September 18, 1864. Maj. GEORGE W. KELLY, Sedalia: Todd is reported having passed La Fayette County, with 150 men, moving east. Move with sufficient force toward the mouth of Black- water, and act omi such information as you may obtain. Advise the troops in Cooper County of your movements, and direct them to ac Page 240 240 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIIL with you. Advise all the companies of citizen guards to be on the alert. All mounted men from Jefferson City are ordered to move to the west line of Monitean and scout the conutry. E. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General of Volunteers. COMMANDING OFFICER, WARRENSBURG, September 18, 1864. Glasgow, Mo.: A movement of guerrillas through Saline County to the east is reported. If practicable, and you learn anything certain, send a force across the river and co-operate with Major Mullins, who is at Marshall. Advise Major Mullius of the movements of the guerrillas. E. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General of Volunteers. FAYETTEVILLE, september 18, 1864. (Received 20th.) Brig. Gen. J. B. SANBORN: Brooks and Stirman are iiear Cincinnati with 300 men lately crossed river. This is exclusive of Browns and Smiths men and is reliable. I think they intend to attack the next train coming south in the neighborhood of Pea Ridge. Send a strong escort with it if possible and order Major Galloway to accompany it. Send inc word when it will leave Cassville and I will send a force up the road. Dont fail to send us a paymaster. I will give him ample escort. I have written you all particulars. M. LA RUE HARRISON, Colonel, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF 50u3nwEST MISSOURI, Maj. MILTON BURCH, Springfield, Mo., September 18, 1864. Commanding at Neosho: MAJOR: Your communication of the Thth instant is received. You will direct the hay contractors to proceed with their work as usual and afford them all reasonable facilities for doing so. Prices army has gone to Batesville. In case of an invasion by a large force you will make such dispositions of the troops in your vicinity at Granby, Carthage, as you may deem best under all the circumstances. Should Stand Watie and Adair advance it will probably be for the purpose of going into Kansas. In this case you will. hold your force well in hand, but not retreat before them, unless compelled by a very superior force. Respectfully, JOHN B. SANBORN, Brigadier- General, Commanding. GLASGOW, September 18, 1864. General FISK: I have been out in the s6uthern portion of this county for the last three days, but can find no trace of the enemy. I have just received your dispatch ordering back the Carroll and Chariton militia. I hav Page 241 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 241 left some of them ill Fayette with unserviceable horses. I will scour the country to-day and to-morrow between this place, IRoanoke, and Fayette. Will get them started back Tuesday morning. AUSTIN A. KING, JR., Major, Commanding. GLASGOW, September 18, 1864. General FISK: I am still here. Have been induced by Uwion citizens to remain for a few honrs, as Major Matlack has been ordered away, leaving a very slight garrison here. Some of my men are at Fayette, which is a good point from which to operate. I would like to return there. I await your instructions. I think Fayette the central point for operations, and prefer working from there. AUSTIN A. KING, JR., Major, dxc. SAINT JoSEPH, September 18, 1864. Maj. AUSTIN A. KING, Jr., Glasgow, Mo.: Remain at Glasgow with sufficient force to make the post secure until further orders. Assume command of the post. Gather all the reliable information possible for you to obtain of the whereabouts and numbers of the guerrillas in Howard and Boone. How many men can I mount in Howard County on horses of the bushwhackers friends l CLINTON B. FISK, Brigadier- General. GLASGOW, September 18, 1864. General FISK: Colonel Green brings news of 220 rebels crossing eastward above Brunswick yesterday morning and day before; that 106 crossed the river three miles above NXTaverly, crossing to this side. Colonel I)enny, of Huntsville, reports a gathering near Roanoke, and one old rebel affirms to Colonel Green the purpose of crossing itear Boonville. By scouts we seek information to-day to prepare for an attack to-morrow. Have you any information ~ L. C. MATLACK, Major, Commanding Seventeenth Illinois Cavalry. HDQRS. THiRTY-FIFTH I{EGT. ENROLLED MISSOURI MIL., Brunswick, Mo., September 18, l8fM. General C. B. FISK, Commanding District of North Missouri, Saint Joseph, Mo.: GENERAL: I have the honor to report that on Friday evening, the 16th instant, about 6 oclock, a force of bushwhackers, nuin bering near 225 men, said to have been commanded by one Major Pool, crossed Grand River one mile and a half below the Rock Ford, and, after get- ting supper al4d feeding, started east just as the moon was rising. They traveled on through the county that night, and have not since 16 R RYOL XLI, PT 11 Page 242 242 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. ~CHAP. LIIL been heard from in fact, I have had no definite reports from them since they passed north of this place, which was about 10 oclock the same night. They went around my gnard at Rock Ford, which was stationed there without support. This convinces me that it is nseless to attempt to gnard the river at the fords, as it is very low and can be crossed at any point above the mouth. There are some small bands of bushwhackers prowling abont the country which I cannot attend to for want of sufficient force. Captain Stanleys company is now reduced to twenty men, sick and well. Captain Brawners company has been considerably reduced by discharges and enlistments in the U. S. service, and the detail on dnty in Howard and Boone leaves but few men here available for duty. It takes a full company to guard the post and public records at Keytesville. Captain Bucksaths company ms on duty in the bottom below, and cannot be withdrawn without exposing one of the most loyal neighborhoods in the county. You will see by this that I am in great need of my forces that are with Major King in Howard and Boone, and if they can possibly be spared I would like to have them ordered home. The bushwhackers are gathering in large bodies now, and 1 am very fearful of disaster to my command nnless I can have all my force at hand. I am willing to make great sac- rifices to clean out the bushwhackers below me, and only ask this favor as a matter of necessity. I hope you will give it your favorable con- sideration, and make the necessary orders for Captain ~ return. Respectfully, your obedient servant, WILLIAM E. MOBERLY, Colonel, Commanding. FORT LYON, CoLo. TER., September 18, 1864. Lieut. J. E. TAPPAN, Acting Assistant Adjutant- General, Dist. of Upper Arkansas: SIR: I have the honor to report for information of the major-general commanding that on the 3d instant three Cheyenne Indians were met a few miles outside of this post by some of my men en route for Denver, and were brought in. They came, as they stated, bearing with them a l)roposition for peace from Black Kettle and other chief~ of the Chey- enne and Arapahoe Nations. Their propositions were to the effect that they, the Cheyennes and Arapahoes, had in their possession seven white I)risoners whom they offered to deliver up in case that we should come to terms of peace with them. They told me that the Cheyennes, Arapahoes, and Sioux were congregated for mutual protection, at what is called Bunch of Timber, on headwaters of the Smoky 1-lill, at a dis- tance of 140 miles northeast of this post, numbering altogether abont 3,000 warriors, and desirous to make peace with the whites. Feeling anxious at all odds to effect the release of these white prisoners, and my command having just been re-enforced by a detachment of New Mexico infantry sent by General Carleton, connuandimig Department of New Mexico, to my assistance, I found that I would be enabled to leave sufficient force to garrison this post by taking 130 men, including one section of the battery with me, and concluded to march to this Indian rendezvous for the purpose of procuring these white prisoners above mentioned, and to be governed by circumstances as to the manner in which I should proceed to accomplish the same object.. Taking with me under a strict guard the Indians I had in my possession, I reached my destination and was confronted by from (500 to 800 Indian warrior Page 243 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNJON. 243 drawn up in line of battle and prepared to light. Putting on as bold a front as pos~ible under the circumstances, I for med my little command in as good order as possible for the purpose of acting on the offensive, or defensive, as might be necessary, and advanced toward them, at the same time sending forward omie of the Indians I had with me as an emissary to state that I had come for the purpose of holding a consulta- tion with the chiefs of the Cheyenne and Arapahoe Nations; to come to an understanding wInch might result in mutual benefit, and that I had not come desiring strife, but was prepared for it,if necessary, and ad- vised them to listen to what I had to say previous to making any more warlike demonstrations. They consented to meet me in council, and I then proposed to them that if they desired peace to give me palpable evidence of their sincerity by delivering into my possession their white prisoners. I told them I was not authorized to conclude terms of peace with them, but if they acceded to my proposition I would take what chiefs they might choose to select to the Governor of Colorado Territory and state the circum- stances to him, and that I believed it would result in what it was their desire to accomplish, viz, peace with their white brethren. I had refer- ence particularly to time Cheyenne and Arapahoc tribes. The council was divided, undecided, and could not come to an understanding among themselves. Finding this to be the case, I told them 1 would march to a certain locality, distant twelve miles, and await a given time for their action in the matter. I took a strong positiomi in the locality named and remained three days. In the interim they brought and turned over imito my possession four white prisoners, 811 that was possible at the time being for them to turn over, the balance of the seven being, as they stated, with another band far to the northward. The released captives that I have with me now at this post consist of one female named Laura iRoper, aged sixteen, and three children (two boys and one girl), named Isabella Enbanks, Ambrose Asher, and Daniel Marble; the three first mentioned all being taken on the Blue River, in the neighborhood of what. is known as the Liberty Farm, and the latter captured somewhere on the South Platte with a train of which all the men were murdered. I have the principal chiefs of the two tribes with nine, and propose starting immediately to IDenver City, Cob. Ter., to put into effect the proposition made aforememitioned by me to them. They agreed to give up the balance of the prisoners as soon as it is possible to procure them, which can be better done fromn Denver City than it can from this point. Hoping mny action may meet the approval of the muajor-general com- manding, I respectfully submnit the above report. I have the honor to remain7 very respectfully, your obedient servant, E. W. WYNKOOP, Major First Cavalry of Colorado, Commanding Post. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF NEW MEXICO, Santa P6, N. Mex., September 18, 1864. Cal. CHRISTOPHER CARSQN, First Cavalry New Mexico Volunteers, Taos, N Mex.: COLONEL: I have received, throu gIn Brigadier-General Crocker, U. S. Volunteers, a message froma Mr. Lucien B. Maxwell that somne 200 or umore Ute Indians, now near Mr. Maxwells place on the Little Cimna Page 244 244 LOUISIANA AND THE TBANS-ItISS1SSIPPI. [Own. J~ ron, are willing and anxious to go out on the plains and attack the Kiowas ado~& Indians now depredating upon our trains and killing our people who are en route to and from the States and New Mexico, provided that they, the Utes, can be furnished with some rations, am- munition, perhaps a blanket apiece, and provided they may have whatevw~ stock or other property they may be able to capture from the hostile Indians alluded to. I desire that you proceed without delay to Mr. Maxwells, and if a strong party of these Utes, say 200, a~e willing togo on the service alluded to under your direction ad command, Iwish them to do so on the terms above indicated, except thatiftheycapture from the Indians of the plains any stock belonging to the United States or to the citizens such stock shall be restored to therightful owners on the owners paying to theUtes afair sum for the recovery of the animals, which sum per head must be agreedupon between yourself and the said Utes before they start upon the expedition. AU stock belonging to the hostile Indians themselves, and which has not been captured from the U. S. troops or trains, or from citizens, the Utes shall receive as their own in case they can take it from the said hostile Indians. It is impor- tant to have these Utes start at once in casethey go at all, and I desire that you should lead them. There an fifty cavalry and thirty infantry at or near Cold Spring under Captain Bergman; and fly cavalry and fifty infantry at the Lower Cimarron Springs under M~jor Updegrafi and a like force at the crossing of the Arkansas under a tam Davis. There is also a company of infantry ontheroad near Grays uch. Any one of these parties will co-operate with you on showing this authority toits commander. In case the Utes will go you will proceed to Fort Union and report to me the number and the length of time for which they should draw subsistence, Ac. it is important that there be no unnecessary delay in this matter. It is believed that a demonstration of this kind, made at this time, will be productive of good results. The main object is to have the Utes commit themselves in hostility to the Indians of the plains; thatthere maybe less chance for them to join in any league which the latter Indians may attempt to make for a general war by all the Indians between the mountains and the Missouri upon the whites. Your knowledge of the haunts of the Indians of the plains, and the great confidence the Ute Indians have in you as a Mend and as a leader, point to yourself as the mostitting person to organize~ direct, and bring this enterprise to a successful issue. I am, colonel, very respectfully, your obedient servant JAMES H. CAB N, BrigadAer-Geaerei, Cbsssas& sg. HEADQUAEnRS DEPARTNT .0, I~IiiW Munco, & a IL Met, September 18, 1864. Mr. Lucin B. MAxwa At MauweWs R.k4 IL Met.: DEAn Sn: I have received a message from you, through General Crocker, that some 200 or more Ute Indians are willing and ready to go out and attack the Indians on theplains who are killing people and mo- lesting trains betweenNew Mexico an4 the States. I have this day sent a letter to Colonel Carson at Taos, to go over to your place and have a talk with the Utes, and i/they will go on conditions which he is author- ized to matefortbemtogoat once under Cplon~l Carsons iead,the Page 245 C~iip. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 245 colonel to have assistance from troops already on the plains from this department. It is important to have the Utes commit themselves on o~r side if we are to have a general war with the Indians on the plains. lain, very truly, your friend, JAMES II. CARLETON. U. S. CONSULATE Al CIIJHUAHITA, September 18, 1864. Brig. Gen. JAMES H. CARLETON, (Jommanding Department of New ]Jfexieo, Santa P6: BEAR SIR: Although no present opportunity offers for sending this letter to the Paso, yet I begin to-day to write to you about the events which are happening in the northern part of Mexico, and shall continue to note them froiu time to time until the moment wheu I may be able to forward my communication. Before speaking of Mexican affairs it is proper to state that I have conversed with persons lately arrive(l from the Presidio del Norte, and by them am informed that all is quiet on that frontier and that there is no rumor in that vicinity of any movement of the citemy up the Rio Grande. Straggling Texans are constantly coming and going, but their only object appears to be to obtain and carry information concerning your department. The cottoif trade between Texas and Mexico is very active, and the rebels are now supplied with money and arms far more plentifully than at any past period. The avidity with which cotton is sought by speculators from all parts o ~ Europe and from the interior of Mexico furnishes the Texans an opportunity which they do not neglect. The presence of the French on the frontier will not impede, but on the contrary encourage this trade, and we may safely conclude that the rebels are obtaining in large quantities those supplies which are now most needed by them. The French now occupy the cities of Monterey and Matamoras. The detachments of French troops which were threatening a few days ago an invasion of this State have been suddenly recalled and concen- trated at Durango on account of the late movements of President Juarez. The President and his escort evacuated Monterey about the 16th of August, their exit being made amidst a shower of bullets which were fired at them by the soldiers of a certain (A eneral Quiroga, who, having recently been pardoned by the President for former acts of treason, thought proper once more to cover himself with ignominy not less detestable because now so frequently observed in this nations his- tory. The President retreated westward across the State of Coahuila and entered with his forces the northeast corner of l)urango. He reached Mapimi on the 5th of September, and on the 9th dispatched his little army under the command of Generals Ortega and Patoni to attack the capital of Duran ~o There are many surrmses about this movement, some thinking it is only a feint to cover future movements of the Government, others believing that an attack is really intended. and that there is a faint hope of success. A few days umore will solve all doubts and remove the uncertainty which now prevails in this city. The Republican troops are reported to be very much denmoralized. They have done ito fighting for a long time, and a victory is scarcely to be expected from men who are so accustomed to retreat. They are destitute of money. They are forced to seize supplies wherever found without making payment, consequently time country through which timey pass is sacrificed upon the altars of a hard-pressed cause. The rich and officia Page 246 246 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. Lilt classes are in favor of the French usurpation, or anything else which may present itself, provided they can get into office and enjoy with undisturbed voluptuousness the heavenly delights of chocolate drink- lug. But the mass of the people are opposed to the amiable projects of the new Messiah who, sitting upon his throne in Paris, dispenses his divine light to an admiring and grateful world. The State of Chihuahua being completely nullified with political dissen sious will not afford any hearty assistance to President Juarez. General Trias is very much isolated. His efforts to organize forces are fruitless. The Terrazes party are working against him day and night. If you bear in mind what I have heretofore reported to you about the official course of the leading men of this State you can readily comprehend how it is that a few French soldiers run over and occupy so much of the country almost without military opposition. The usurpations of the State Governors have brought about this great disgrace. They have destroyed the Gen- eral Government in order to make themselves more important and pow- erful. They have interposed themselves between the National Govern- ment and the people. They have fostered and developed a State feel- ing at the expense of national patriotism, and the result of such con- duct is being felt in the present lamentable degradation of this Republic. The 16th of September, the anniversary of Mexican independence, was celebrated in this city with the customary ceremonies, speeches, balls, & c. But, sir, these people of Chihuahua are politically dead. Dead to all enthusiasm for the Republic, dead to all feeling in favor of the mon- arch. They resemble the waters of the Dead Sea, over the waves of which no bird flies, and in the depths of which live no fish. A magician wand is needed here, such a one as struck the rock for the salvation of the Israelites. What is the use of all this fussing and speechifying if nobody goes to fight? What is the use of dancing and toasts when the crisis calls for women like those of Carthage, who cut off their hair to make bowstrings for their warriors? But is all Mexico in the same state of apathy as Chihuahua? I think not. Although we hear but little from Southern Mexico, yet that little leads us to believe that they are offering more substantial opposition in that quarter. Our war in the States has had a very potent influence (the wrong way) in Northern Mexico. These people being close to us amid seeing our misfortunes lose all confidence in the future. They say, If so great and enlight- ened a nation as the United States is coming to so bad an end, what can we poor Mexicans hope for? We have lost our proper influence and it cannot be restored until we shall have first restored the Union. I see that Maximilian is trying to bring over an army of foreigners. This tells the whole tale. lie is convinced that he cannot depend upon the Mexicans. he must be secured by mercenaries. But his- tory teaches us that no people bear patiently the presence of this class of troops. The people always understand what their object is, and they feel, with that instinct which is proverbial in the masses, that such men are their enemies. Think of this Austrian proclaiming to the world that he is the choice of this people, and then himself flatly dis- proving the assertion with the act of importing a lot of foreign adven- turers who are going to make the empire strong by crushing the little spirit left in the nation. Time, which slowly unrolls the threads of des- tiny, will unfold in Mexican history another lesson fit to be remembered by imperial intermeddlers and sycophantic princes. Chihuahua, October 1, 1864. Last night an express arrived in this city bringing information that a fight occurred between the forces of President Juarez and the French in the vicinity of the city of Durango Page 247 Ca& r. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 241 The Mexican army was completely routed. President Juarez is now in the southern part of this State. At such a crisis what is the State of Chihuahua doing for duty and honor ~ I answer nothing, nothing, nothing. If a modern Diogenes were now placed in the middle of this community and directed to seek for a man, he would upon a moments observation decline the search, but would blow out his light and give it up in despair. The situation here is shameful beyond anything you can easily imagine. October 4, 1864. Although we have not received fall and reliable particulars concerning the late defeat of the Republican forces, yet we have learned enough to justify inc in saying that General Patoni and his soldiers did all the fighting, General Carabojal co-operating with a small cavalry command. General Ortega, commander-in-chief, with a large body of men (say one-half of the army), although near at hand, took no part in the action. This is always the case. Whenever two Mexican generals are together in a campaign you may be certain that discord is present and actively at work. The (lispersioll took place after the battle. It seems to have been brought about more from hunger agd privations than from what happened in the battle-field. The French and General Patoni were nearly equal in numbers. The French are said to have fallen back to Durango after the engagement. President Juarez has been kindly received by the people in the southern part of the State. We do not know whether he will come here or cross the mountains into Cinaloa. General Trias is in the last stages of consamp- tion. Of course he is not fit for present circumstances, and I dont see anybody about here that is. REUBEN W. CREEL, U. S. Consul. The President is not disheartened. He thinks it will come out right in the end. He says as long as there is a man to back him or a foot of soil to stand upon, lie will be true to the cause. CIRCULAR.] OFFICE CHIEF OF CAVALRY, HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE GULF, New Orleans, September 19, 1864. The following additional staff officers are announced as being on duty in this office: First. Lieut. John~ Gl ay, Forty-fifth Regiment Illi- nois Volunteer Infantry, aide-dc-camp; First Lient. G. G. Bennett, Nineteenth Regiment Iowa Volunteer Infantry, aide-dc-camp; Second Lient. H. C. Seymour, Ninety.third 11. 5. Colored Infantry, acting assistant adjutant-general. THO. J. MCKEAN, Brigadier- General, U. S. Volunteers, Chief of Caralry. BATON ROUcTE, September 19, 1864. Maj. C. T. CHRISTENSEN, Assistant Ai(jutant-General: Please allow mc to inform [you] that the dispatches from General Canby to General Steele at Little Rock have beeui delivered and the reply has gone down this morning in steamer Magenta. Very respectfully, W. H. CLARK, Chief of Staff Page 248 248 [CHAP. LIE. LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. GENERAL ORDERS, HIDQRS. DEPARTMENT OF ARKANSAS, No. 69. Little Rock, Ark., September 19, 1864. I. Pursuant to orders from headquarters Military Division of West Mississippi and paragraph IV of the Regulations of the Treasury De- partment, approved by the President July 30, 1864, the lines of actual occupation by the military forces of the United States in this depart- ment are hereby defined to be within the picket-lines of the posts of Little Rock, Pine Bluff, Devalls Bluff, helena, Fort Smith, Van Bu- ren, Fayetteville, the public wood-yards, freedmens camps, and plan- tations which have been leased by Government or are worked with freedmen employed under the regulations of the Treasury Department and agreements heretofore entered into and now on record in said Department. II. Articles contraband of war will not be transported into the De- partment of Arkansas except with the written approval of the major- general commandim~g indorsed on the application for such articles said application to be tiled in the office of the assistant special agent of the Treasury Department authorized to grant permits for such supplies. By order of Maj. Gen. F. Steele: W. B. GREEN, Assistant Adjatant- General. LITTLE ROCK, ARK., September 19, 186410.45 a. in. Brig. Gen. C. C. ANDREWS, Derails Bluff: Send all the First Nebraska Cavalry, except the dismounted i)oItion, to lluntersville, to report to Colonel Ryan. By order of Brig. Gen. E. A. Carr: C. H. DYER, Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS DISTRIcT OF THE FRONTIER, Fort Smith, Ark., September 19, 1864. Col. S. II. WATTLES: DEAR SIR: I yesterday ordered the Twelfth Kansas Infantry to move to Gibson, and suppose they will reach there some thn~ to-day. In my dispatch yesterday I directed you to send every man you could spare to re-enforce the train. But of course you must be governed by cir- cumstances and act accordingly, as you are on the ground. Gibson should not be endangered, but you must render the traiii secure by all means. If the enemy move in the direction of the train I would let Colonel Williams follow with a strong force. if the train arrives safely at Gibson and the enemy is still hovering about., it may be well to park the train inside your fortifications and drive the enemy away. The train will come through to this place, amid must be escorted by two regiments at least of those which belong here in addition to Major Hopkins com- niand, with two pieces of artillery, to the Sallisaw. I intend to leave one of the colored reginments with you (Colonel Williams will designate it, the Fifty-fourth or the First Colored) and the section of Starks bat- tery. One of time regiments can escort the two pieces of artillery back to Gibson, and rernaimi there or return here, as circumstances may require. In giving orders to you at this distance frommi you it is impossible Thr me to know the exact condition of things with you at the time. You there Page 249 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNJON. 249 fore have a discretion to act as your information justifies. It may be advisable for you to send three regiments with the train to the Sallisaw, and while they are gone concentrate everything in your fortifications as much as possible. Colonel Williams can remain with you with his brigade for awhile, if necessary, unless something serious presents itself here. If he comes to the Sailisaw he can return to Gibson. I ordered you to send the Eleventh Colored back with the machines, bnt I pre- sume you have retained it, which is right. If the train comes through here the machines can come with it. Very respectfully, JOIIX M. THA~YE~, Brigadier- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE lVIiSSouRi, Saint Louis, Mo., September 19, 1864. Major-General HALLECK, Chief of Staff: General Sanborn telegraphs as follows to-day: Moses Powers, a scout of General Steeles, arrived here to-night, having left Little Rock one week ago yesterday. He reports that Prices entire armycavalry, infan- try, and artilleryhas crossed the Arkansas and are now in the valley of the White River, near Batesyille. Shelby was still at Jacksonport. All the rebels estimate Prices force at 50,000 men; the scout says 26,000. Price brought with him twenty- live pieces of artillery. Marmaduke crossed the river below Pine Bluff and came to Batesville; Magruder to move upon Little Rock from the south with 30,000 men. The rebels all talked of capturing Little Rock before proceeding north, and then coming to Missouri to spend the winter there and in Kansas. I send it for what it is worth, being too remote to commnnicate with General Canby. W. S. ItOSECRANS, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE MISSOURI, Saint Louis, September 19, 1864. General SANBORN, Springfteld: Your dispatch received. Question that man very closely; find how he got his information, and dont let him go till you are satisfied he is all right and what his information is worth. Answer. W. S. ItOSECItANS, Major- General. SAINT Louis, Mo., September 19, 1864. Maj. Gen. H. W. HALLECK, Chief of Staff: Seven hnndred of the Thirteenth Missouri Veteran Cavalry, now assembled at Benton Barracks, armed and equipped, uteed horses. Please order Colonel Merrill to monut them at once, as we shall nii- questionably have an extensive raid into this State soon. W. S. IROSECRANS, Major- General Page 250 250 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. SPECIAL ORDERS, HDQRS. DEPARTMENT OF TILE MISSOURI, No. 260. Saint Louis, September 19, 1864. * * * * * * * 15. Col. Nelson Cole, Second Missouri Light Artillery, will detail one battery of his regiment and direct the officer in command thereof to report with all practicable dispatch for dnty to the commanding officer at Pilot Knob, Mo. * * * * * * * By command of Major-General Rosecrans: J. F. BENNETT, Assistant Adjutant- General. WARRENSBURG, September 19, 1864. Major-General IROSECRANS, Saint Louis: One hundred and thirty guerrillas crossed the Missouri River to the north side on Friday morning last just below Dover. This is probably the band I telegraphed you of yesterday had passed through La Fayette County northTodds. E. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General of Volunteers. WARRENSBURG, Mo., September 19, 1864. Major-General ROSECRANS, Commanding Department of the Missouri: I learn by telegraph from Lexington that 150 guerrillas attacked a camp of thirty militia in Ray County, seven miles from Lexington, yes- terday evening. The militia were badly cut up. The gnerrillas started in the direction of Ilardin, down the Missouri River. This is probably the band that crossed below Dover. E. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General. (Copy to General C. B. Fisk.) HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE MISSOURI, September 19, 1864. Brigadier-General BROWN, Wa rrensburg, ]J~Iio.: The following dispatch just received from General Sanborn: SPRINGFIELD, Mo., A9eptember 19, 1864. Maj. 0. D. GREENE, A ssistant Adjutant-General: A band of 110 rebels are in Laclede County to-clay and moving rapidly in a north- west direction. Major Cosgrox-e, commanding at Lebanon, thinks this force will cross the Osage about twelve or fifteen miles from Linn Creek. I have a good force on their trail, hut it is do, ul)ttul if they can I)e brought to a stand. JOHN B. SANBORN, Brigadier-General, Commanding. The general commanding directs that you keep a lookout for this force, holding your troops well in hand and be ready to concentrate. FRANK S. BOND, Major and Aide-de- Camp Page 251 CHAP. LHI.I CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 251 WARRENSBURO-, Mo., September 19, 1864. Major-General ROsECRANs Gommanding Department of the Missouri: Have taken measures to have a sharp watch kept for the rebels from Laclede County. Have telegraphed all stations and ordered expresses sent to all troops and citizen guards to the east to be oii the lookout for them and waylay the roads for them. E. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General of Volunteers. WARREN5BURG~ Mo., September 19, 1864. Major-General IROSECRANS Commanding Depa tment of the Jlfissouri: I have had Capt. F. L. Parker organize 100 picked men at Sedalia under Order 107 for active service and bush fightingcall themselves Rosecrans Rangers. As this comprises all fighting men, I desire very ~iarticularly to arm them well. I respectfully ask that they may have carbines. Can it be done~ E. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General of Volunteers. SPECIAL ORDERS, )~ HDQR 8. DISTRICT OF CENTRAL MissouRI, No. 201. 5 * Warrensburg, Mo., September 19, 1864. * * * * * * 3. Lient. Col. T. T. Crittenden, Seventh Cavalry Missouri State Militia, will move without unnecessary delay, with two companies of his regiment and camp and garrison equipage, to Lexington, Mo., and assume command of the sectiomi of country in the immediate vicinity of tnat point. Col. John F. Philips, commanding Seventh Cavalry Mis- souri State Militia, will order one company of his command to move at once to Hazel Hill, Johnson County, Mo., and await further orders. 4. Col. James McFerran, commanding First Cavalry Missouri State Militia, will order four companies of his command (two companies from Lexington and two companies from Mound Prairie Church), with camp and garrison equipage, direct to Warrensbnrg, Mo. The command- ing officer will be instrncted to report his arrival at these headqnar- ters. * * * * * * * By order of Brigadier-General Brown: J. H. STEGER, Assistant Adjutant- General. JEFFERSON CITY, September 19, 1864. Brigadier-General BROWN, lVarrensburg: Have just returned from California. All quiet there. Two com- panies of the Fourth here. No other troops for duty. Shall I call on citizens here~ Eight bushmen crossed the road east of Tipton Sun- day night, going south in Osage timber when last heard from. F. W. HICKOX, Colonel, & e Page 252 25~ LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. (CHAP. LIII. WARRENSBURG, September 19, 1864. Col. F. W. HIcKox, Jefferson City: A band of 100 guerrillas is moving rapidly northwest to-day through Laclede County. Call Peasners company into service to guard the prisoners at Jefferson City. Send the Fourth Missouri State Militia to California to-night and watch to the west for them. Advise all compa- nies of citizen guards to watch the paths for them. I have telegraphed Hopkins at Tipton to send express to Versailles and otl~er points in the vicinity. Impress upon every man who has a gnu that for the next thirty days they must do nothing but watch out for the rebels. E. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General. WARRENSBURG, September 19, 1864. Col. T. A. SWITZLER, Sedalia: Send an express to Major Kelly, who is probably about the month of the Blackwater to-night, with this information: A force of about 100 guerrillas passed through Laclede County to-day, moving rapidly northwest. Their direction will bring theni through Morgan County. Have your troops aiud citizen guards be on the lookout for them. The force Major Kelly is looking- after crossed the Missouri going north near Dover. You will immediately send expresses to our citizen guards, particularly to Cole Camp and Warsaw, with instructions to send into Hickory County and forward the intelligence as rapidly as possible. Establish an express with relays of horses between Warsaw and Sedalia. Work quietly but promptly. E. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General. HOLDEN, September 19, 1864. Capt. J. H. STEGER, Assistant Adjutant-General: Cant find any bushwhackers on Blackwater near mouth of Brush Creek; neither can I find Mrs. Howes. M. U. FOSTER, Captain, Cbmmanding. BOONVILLE, September 19, 1864. Brigadier-General BROWN, Warreusbury: Reliable information has been received here that 200 guerrillas crossed the river thirteen miles below to.day, and still crossing all Sunday. J. T. KERR First Lieutenant, Commanding. LEXINGTON, September 19, 1864. Captain STEGER, Warreusbury: Yesterday evening 150 guerrillas attacked the camp of thirty militia in Ray County, seven miles from here. The militia retreated and were severely cut up; particulars not yet ascertained. The guerrillas started in the direction of Hardiiu, down the Missouri River. WM. KESSING-ER, Lieutenant, Commanding Page 253 CHAP. LIlT.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 253 WARRENSBURG, September 19, 1864. JOSEPH IIoPKrNS, Esq., Tipton: Send this information to Versailles, Clarksville, and other points where citizen guards are organized: A force of about 100 guerrillas is moving rapidly northwest through Laclede County to-day. Have messengers that you can rely on. Dout let the rebels know, but ad- vise the citizen gnards to waylay every trail. The route of the rebels will bring them through Morgan County. Direct captains of guards to inform you if the rebels make their appearance. Please send to the commands in Cooper County and advise them of the movement from the south. E. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General. WARRENSBThRQ Mo., September 19, 1864. General E. B. BROWN, Commanding District of Central Missouri: GENERAL: I have the honor to make the following report of my scout: I started from this place on the night of the 13th instant and pro- ceeded three miles northeast of Columbus the same night. We scouted the brush in that vicinity during the next day and found several camps of bushwhackers. From one of them we run five bushwhackers; found a l)air of suspenders and an empty pocket-book. Late in the evening of the saiue day, while lying concealed, a bushwhacker came riding along. We fired on him and wounded him in at least three places, as we afterward learned. The next morning we trailed him to his camp and ftnnd the camp deserted, leaving the mare that belonged to the man we fired on in the evening. The mare was badly wounded in the shoulder and had considerable blood on her from the man that we wounded, clearly indicating that the man was badly wounded in three places. We also found one musket and two cartridge-boxes and some old clothing. The mare was wounded too badly to bring to camp. Near the aforesaid camp lives a maii by the name of Kelly, who denied any knowledge of any bushwhackers being in that vicinity. Afterward his wife acknowledged that three of them came there and called for some- thing to eat. There was at least fifteen in this camp. On the 16th instant we went to Columbus, or near Columbus, in the brush, which we scouted thoroughly and found in a corn-field where two had just left. On the 17th we came back to this place, seeing nothing on the road worth mentioning. I respectfully request that you permit me to return with about thirty men as soon as possible, if you think it neces- sary. I am, general, very respectfully, your obedient servant, SAMUEL BIRD. WARRENSBURG, September 19, 1864. Col. J. H. FORD, Kansas City: Take energetic measures to I)rotect the people in your district from being arrested and robbed by Kansas troops. E. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General Page 254 254 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. HEADQUARTERS, Payetteville. September 19, 186410 a. m. (Received 20th.) Brig. Gen. J. B. SANBORN, Commanding District: Information just received from General Thayer that Price crossed the Arkansas River four or five days since at Dardanelle with 7,000 cavalry and has marched toward Batesville, probably to join Shelby for a raid into Missouri, though it is thought by some he will attack Little Rock. M. L. HARRISON, Commanding Post. SPRINGFIELD, Mo., September 19, 1864. Maj. 0. D. GREENE, Assistant Adjntant- General and Chief of Staff: One of my scouts came in this morning from the month of North Fork of White River. He niet two women that left Batesville on Thursday. They reported that portions of Prices mounted forces had arrived at that place, and that his forces were still arriving at Batesville and Jack- sonport, and that a large force of infantry crossed the Arkaiisas at Lewisburg on the same day that the cavalry crossed at Dardanelle. Rations of corn-meal and fresh beef are represented as abundant. The force the largest they had ever seen together, and everything was active. J. B. SANBORN, Brigailier- General, Commanding. SAINT LOUIS, Mo., September 19, 1864. Brigadier-General SANBORN, Springfield, Jib.: I thiuk the statements of the women exaggerated. No infantry crossed at Lewisbnrg. Steele had a cavalry regiment there from which we had a report. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. CASSYILLE, September 19, 1864. General SANBORN: SIR: My scout has returned; reports Price at Batesville. He crossed the river with 8 000 men. There was on the night of the 17th ~00 at Bellefonte of Colonel Hills regiment, 400 at Yellville, commanded by Major Harrell, all making preparations for a raid in Missouri. This is the general talk amongst them. Brooks at Cane Hill with 400. J. A. MELTON, ]Iliajor, Commanding Post. SAiNT LouIs, Mo., September 19, 1864. Brig. Gen. C. B. FISK, Commanding District of North llliissonri: General Brown telegraphs that 130 guerrillas crossed the Missouri River to the north side on Friday morlung, just below Dover. He thinks this band passed through La Fayette County nuder Todd. J. F. BENNETT, Assistant Adjutant- General Page 255 CHAP. LIII.) CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 255 SAINT Louis, Mo., September 19, 1864. Brigadier-General FISK, Saint Joseph: What are the operations to date, and what prospects of clearing out the bushmen? One hundred and thirty men crossed the Missouri to the north, near Dover, supposed to be Todds men, on Friday last. I do not want those men of Hardings mounted. I will send more cav- alry to you soon as mounted. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. WARIRENSBURG, September 19, 1864. General FISK: Friday morning about 130 guerrillas crossed to the north side near Dover. Sunday evening they attacked a camp of thirty of our men in iRay County, seven miles from Lexington, after which they moved out toward Hardin. Militia badly cut up. E. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General. COMMANDING OFFICER, WARRENSBURG, September 19, 1864. Glasgow.: The force that I reported was moving east Friday under Todd crossed the Missonri River Friday below Dover, attacked and cut to pieces a camp of thirty militia, seven miles from Lexington, in Ray County, Sunday evening, and moved east toward Hardin afterward. E. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General. CHILLICOTHE, [Septemberj 19, 1864. General FISK: A band of guerrillas, about seventy strong, came out of Ray County yesterday morning and passed through Carroll yesterday and last night. They passed within omie mile and a half of Carrollton, and camped about four miles from Carrollton. Pursuit made from Car. roilton at daylight this morning. Think there is nO doubt but the militia overtook them before they crossed Grand River. J. H. SHANKLIN, Colonel. STURGEON, September 19, 1864. General FISK: Colonel Denny telegraphs the following from Huntsville: The stage driver from Glasgow reports that 300 rebels passed through Roanoke last night going east; also that Anderson with 100 men was reported [within] four miles of Glasgow yesterday going south. General 1)oiiglass is still in the brush. FRANK D. EVANS, Assistant Adjatant- General Page 256 256 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. (CHAP. LIII. SAINT JOSEPH, September 19, 1864. Brigadier-General FISK, Macon, Mo.: Ben Loan made a speech at Marysville yesterday, in which the fol- lowing language was used: We have held the State iu the Union for nearly four years agaiiist all of the State and military authorities from Abraham Lincoln down. General Fisk says he is a friend of mine, and I reckon he is, but I think he had~ a great deal better be down in Boone and Howard Counties hunting rebels than up in Holt and Nodaway hunting Union mcii and protecting rebels and rebel sympathizers, and other language of like import. 5. 0. Schofield made use of still stronger language. Reported by Captain Gentry and Dr. T. C. Ellis, who were present. A. J. HARDING, Lieutenant and Aide-de-Camp. IRIDO-ELEY, PLATTE COUNTY Mo , ., September 19, 1864. General C. B. Fisri, U. S. Army: DEAR Sin: I this (lay came to this town and then I found that the command of Captain Claggett had been ordered to report to the coin- mander at New Market, aiid that there would in all probability be no more troops stationed at or near this l)lace, and I am sorry for it. Iii the Ilrst place, there is a large scope of country that will not have aiiy soldiers in itNew Market, twelve miles southwest of Plattsbnrg, and from New Market to Platte City is some fourteen miles, aiid from Platte City to Liberty is twenty-two miles, and from Liberty to Plattsburg is some twenty-three or twenty-five miles, and inside of that scope of country there will not be any troops stationed to protect the citizens, and inside of those points has been the principal raiige for bushwhack- ers, and they have a large scope of country to range in, and they can commit theft, robbery, and murder in one part of this section and, be- fore they can report to any of these posts, they will be out of the reach of any scout that can be sent after them; and that leaves this section of the country entirely unprotected by any kind of troops, and as this section of the country, and particularly this township, has done more than any other township in this upper country, according to the popu- lation, in furnishing men for the Federal army; it has sent 102 men to the Federal army out of 280, and there are not able-bodied men enough left in this part of the country, and particularly in this township, to l)rotect themselves against the bushwhackers, and as they have already met with one defeat at this place last Jumie, the whackers have a par- ticular spite at the people and the place, and I think that this place should have at least one good company stationed at it, as the majority of them are loyal citizens and should be protected in their rights and property. A company stationed here would be about the center of these other mentioned points that have troops at, and could be reached in time to report and stdp any depredations by the busliwhackers, and as this is not thr from Snmithville, Gosneyville, and Union Mills, and Goose Neck, the main points where the guerrillas and whmackers can be seen more times than any other places, it is, in my estimation, necessary to have a company stationed here for the protection of the citizens and their property, and [I] hope that you will have one stationed here a Page 257 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 257 sooii as possible, as the whole country around seems to be afraid that as soon as the troops are gone, and it is found out, there will be an- other raid in this part of the country. I myself feel unsafe if there are no troops here, and as this place has always been loyal and has not per- mitted any disloyal acts to be committed when they could help it, or even permit a rebel flag to be raised in the town or township, I think that justice will say that they are entitled to the protection of the sol- di~rs, and as they have to be stationed at different points in the country, I think one [company] might be stationed at this place. Hoping that it will be done at the earliest opportunity, I remain, respectfully, your obedient servant, AMOS CARPENTIE1I. P. 5.My address is Carpenters Store Post-office, Clinton County, Mo., and should be glad to hear from you. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT o~ KANSAS, Fort Leavenworth, September 19, 1864. Maj. Gen. II. W. HALLECK, Chief of Staff, Wa8hington, D. C.: I am in receipt of a copy of letters from the honorable Secretary of Interior and Commissioner of Indian Affairs, with your indorsement, to take such action as Ii may deem best. It is stated that I have or- dered the Indians not to make their usual hunt. This is erroneous. I may have suggested that it would be dangerous for our friendly In- dians to go, but I have desired the Pawnees to follow and operate when I had driven away the hostile bands. Yet I see great difficulty in dis- criminations and also fear that some bands of our friendly tribes might mingle with foes if they come in proximity. If the friendly Indians could be united for the purpose of hunting and fighting with our troops it would be easy to organize and so equip them as to avoid difficulty. In my recent reconnaissance I took about seventy-five Pawnees with me as scouts, and to avoid mistakes dressed them with a blouse and hat. It gave them a distinctive and graphic appearance which could not be mistaken. Any other than an associate arrangement seems al- most impossible. I appreciate the importance of allowing or aiding the friendly Indians to hunt buffalo, but any general movement by them would lead to confusion and difficulty, not only with my troops, 1)ut with the border settlements, for the people, being terribly alarmed, would make very little difference in their resentments and raids. I will do all I can to favor the friendly Indians in any rational arrange- ment to hunt the buffalo, and believe with the honorable Secretary that ~roper1y associated with the troops they would strengthen our efforts to suppress tIme hostile tribes. I have the honor to be, general, your obedient servant, S. H. CURTIS, ]Jiliajor- General. GENERAL ORDERS, HD QRS. DISTRICT OF SOUTH KANSAS, No.30. Paola, Kans., September 19, 1864. I. The headquarters of the district will be transferred to Lawrence after the 20th instant. Communicatiomis will be directed accordingly. The chief quartermaster and chief comumissary of subsistence will re- main for the present at I~aola. 17 R RYOL XLI, PT II Page 258 258 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. II. The Sub-District of Fort Scott is discontinued and the District of South Kansas organized as follows: Sub-District No. 1, comprising the counties of Linn, Anderson, Coffey, Greenwood, Woodson, Allen, Bour- bon, and the territory embraced in this district lying south of the four last-named counties, commanded by Col. C. R. Jennison, Fifteenth Kan- sas Cavalry, headquarters at Mound City. Sub-District No. 2, coin- prising the counties of Miami, Johnson, Franklin, Douglas, Osage, Shawnee, Lyon, and Wabaunsee, commanded by Col. T. Moonlight, Eleventh Kansas Cavalry, headquarters at Paola. III. The headquarters of sub-districts will not be changed without the authority of the major-general commanding. Copies of all orders issued by the commanders of sub-districts will be promptly furnished to these headquarters. * * * * * * * By command of Major-General Sykes: GEO. ~S. HAMPTON, Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF SOUTH KANSAS, Paola, & pten~ber 19, 1864. Ccl. C. H. JENNISON, Commanding Sub-District No. 1, Mound City, Kans.: SIR: General Orders, No. 30, from these headquarters, will be sent you to-morrow. It is proper to inform you that Price is reported to have crossed the Arkansas some days since with a heavy force. It is supposed he is making his way to Missouri, a~md it is tlionght he may wheel to the left and cross into Kansas. Colonel Blair has been in- structed to keep scouts out south and southeast to gain the earliest possible information. This duty will now devolve upon you, and I desire you to carry it out in the most effective manner, reporting its results at once to these headquarters. As Fort Scott is the most important point in the district visit it at once and see if any measures are to be taken to secure its better defense. Colonel Blair will be retained in command of the post. I am, sir, respectfully, your obedient servant, GEO. SYKES, Major- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF SOUTH KANSAS, Paola, September 19, 1864. Col. C. R. JENNISON, Commanding Sub-District No. 1, Mound City, Kans.: COLONEL: General Orders, No. 30, from these headquarters, places a part of this district under your command. Your icturns indicate a force of 56 officers and 1,541 men, and this force is believed to be adequate to the safety of the interests confided to your care. These interests embrace not only protection to the territory from forays ot the enemy, but protection also to the inhabitants who reside within the limits of your command. Youi- troops are to fight the one and give security to the other. Any knowledge of the movements of the enemy will be communicated at once to district and sub-district headquarters Page 259 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 259 and you will make such immediate disposition of your forces as the emergency demands. If instructions from these headquarters are needed they will be sent you. In general terms, when the enemy shows liimself or can be found, a force sufficient to engage him must be con- centrated and moved upon him without delay. At Mound City and Fort Scott the least number of troops possible to secure the safety of those places will be left. Some dependence mnnst be placed upon the inhab- itants of those villages for their self-protection. Where your own com- mand is unable to cope with the enemy let it be known, and troops from the adjoining sub-district will be sent to your aid. In the search for or pursuit of the enemy the boundaries of other commands will not be regarded. Having a common end in view, all officers will give a hearty co-operation each to the other, and no orders are deemed requi- site to insure it. Several cases having occurred where citizens have been arrested and mob law inflicted upon them by the military, it is enjoined upon you to put a ~top to all such illegal and unsoldierly proceedings. Personal liberty is too sacred to be taken away upon trifling grounds, hearsay evidence, the suspicion of scouts, or through private gradge. Proof of crime, disloyalty, or other offenses not amenable to civil law can usually be obtained. It alone will warrant the arrest. The military code points out the mode of dealing with such persons, and soldiers being the servants of the Government, not of any political party, their interference with the course of law and justice will not be tolerated. Our people are entitled to protection, and the troops are here in part for that purpose. Officers can be made to control their men, and supe- riors can enforce obedience in their juniors. I desire to impress upon you the great necessity of keeping your troops at all times prepared for the field, anticipating their wants, and adopting such measures to supply them as come within your province. You will be held respon- sible for the safety of the sub-district under your control, for the care of its inhabitants, for the discipline and efficiency of your command, and for its proper and economical administration. You are familiar with the warfare practiced by the enemy. You have the reputation of an active, intelligent, and zealous officer, and I rely upon you to use your best energies in the performance of the duties with which you arc charged. I am, sir, respectfully, your obedient servant, GEO. SYKES, ililiajor- General, Commanding District. (Same to Colonel Moonlight, commanding Sub-District No.2, with the exception that it recites Moonlights force as 72 officers and 1,833 men.) HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF SOUTH KANSAS, Paola, September 19, 18G4. Col. T. MOONLIGHT, Commanding Sub-District No. 2, Paolct, Kans.: COLONEL: The major-general commanding the district directs that you ascertain by an immediate inspection the amount of ammunition in the hands of the men of your command, and if any deficiency is found to take immediate steps to have it supplied. Your attention is also called t~ the fact that Capt. J. G. ltces, Company F, Eleventh Kansas Yolunteer Cavalry, is reported on detached service, in oem Page 260 260 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MJSSJSSIPPT. [CHAP. LIII. mand of the post at Olathe, while his company is on duty at Aubiey. As Olathe is Lieutenant-Colonel Plumbs headquarters, there seems to be no reason why he should not command the post as well as the troops in Johnson County. The general desires to correct the evil of detach- ing company officers to command posts, and he directs that Captain Rees be sent at once to join his company, and the command of the post of Olathe be exercised by Lieutenant-Colonel Plumb. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, GEG. S. HAMPTON, Assi8tant Adjutant- General. FORT LYON, COLO. TER., September 19, 1864. Brigadier-General CARLETON, Santa P6: GENERAL: Some two weeks ago I received a letter from yourself just on the eve of starting on an Indian expedition. A few hours after the receipt of your letter I left, and neglected acknowledging the same. I have just returned to the post, and allow me to apologize for my neglect, feeling myself more reprehensible on account of the extreme kindness of your missive. Please receive, general, my sincere thanks for the assistance you afforded me both with the men furnished and the arms you allowed me to take, together with the personal interest you have shown in the welfare of my Territory. Since receiving your letter I have succeeded in procuring four white prisoners from the Indians, and hope before long to be instrnmental in settling the Indian diffi- culties in this locality. I have the honor to remain, your obedient servant, E. W. WYNKOOP, ]lliajor Pir8t Colorado Cavalry. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF KANSAS, Port Leavenworth, September 19, 1864. General JAMES H. CARLETON, Commanding Department of New Mexico: GENERAL: Yours of the 8th August was duly received. I have just returned from a long tour through the country west of settlements between the Platte and Arkansas. Indian troubles have abated, the Indians having left lines of travel and gone to l)arts unknown. I fear they may collect in the Creek or Choctaw country. I have information of efforts being made to get a grand Indian council down there. The signs which I found at the head of streams west of Kansas seemed to indicate a movement of hostile Indians south. Please keep me in- formed of whatever tends to threaten our common interest in regard to Indian movements. I am doing all in my power to keep lines open. General Blunt is at or near Lamed looking out for Indians, and may co-operate with you in crushing out some of the vile hordes that now harass our lines of communication. I am, general, very truly, yours, S. H. CURTIS, ]iliajor-General Page 261 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNJON. 261 DEMTER, September 19, 1864. Major-General CURTIS: Have sent the following telegram to Secretary of War: Train with or(lnance an(l ordnance stores en route to New Mexico with mules stolen by Indians at Fort Lyon, Cob. Ter. We need such stores for Third Regiment Colorado Volunteer Cavalry, 100-days men, now full. Authorize me by telegraph to take them. Will riot be used if reach New Mexico before next year. Indian warriors congregated ei~hty miles from Fort Lyon 3,000 strong. J. M. CHJVINGTOT, Colonel, Commanding. SPECIAL ORDERS, WAR DEPT., ADJT. GENERALS OFFICE, No. 309. Washington, September 19, 1864. * * * * * * * 58. So much of Special Orders, No. 306, September 16, 1864, from this office, as directed Col. J. C. MeFerran, Quartermasters Depart- meut, as soon as he had turned over the public property, money, and records in his possession to Maj. H. M. Euos, divisiou quartermaster, to proceed, without delay, to Fort Leaveuworth, Kans., and assume charge of the quartermasters department at that place, also to relieve Capt. H. C. Hodges, assistant quartermaster, U. S. Army, and receipt to him for the public property, money, and records in his possession, is hereby suspended. * * * * * * * By order of the Secretary of War: E. D. TOWNSEND, Assistant Adjutant-General. SPECIAL ORDERS, HDQRS. DEPARTMENT OF NEW MEXICO, No. 37. Santa Fe, N. Mex., September 19, 1864. I. Brig. Gen. M. M. Crocker, U. S. Volunteers, will take post at Fort Sumner, N. Mex., where, in addition to commanding the troops, Gen- eral Crocker will have the care and supervision of the 8,000 captive Indians now upon the reservation at the Bosque iRedondo, and of all other captive Indians who may come. to be located at that point. The general will cause the lands at once to be fairly allotted to the different bands and families of Indians; the acequias to be enlarged and new ones dug; the fields to be cleared and plowed, and gotten ready for planting; the sites to be chosen for the villages of the different bands on elevated lands which are not irrigable, but along which an acequia can be constructed that will keep up a continuous supply of water. The gen- eral will also see that no rations of food are issued to Indians who have food on hand which they themselves have raised until the latter food be exhausted, and that the utmost economy be exercised in all matters pertaining to the subsistence and support of the Indians; and he will see that patience, kindness, moderation, justice, and tirmnes~ be exer- cised toward them until they have gradually become accustomed to the restraints and requirements to which they must be subjected, and ob- serve, in their transition from a nomadic to an agricultural mode of life, and from a savage to a civilized state of existence. Whenever in General Crockers judgment it may be necessary for him to call for assistance from Fort Stanton or Fort Bascom, the officers commanding those post Page 262 262 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. will immediately respond to his orders, nd they will scud a copy of their post return and return of transportation and an account of amuni- nition and subsistence on hand to General Crocker on the last day of each month. * * * * * * * V. Col. Henry R. Selden, First Infantry New Mexico Volunteers, will proceed without delay and take post at Fort Union, N. Mex. * * * * * * * By command of Brigadier-General Carleton: BEN. C. CUTLER, Assistant Adjutant- General. NEW ORLEANS, Lx., September 20, 18646.30 p. m. Major-General HALLECK, Chief of Stafi: The latest reports from Arkausas are to the 12th, 13th, and 14th. On the 12th Shelby was concentrating his command (mnch scattered in procuring supplies) at Batesyille. One brigade was on Black River, moving in the direction of Missouri. His force is estimated at from 5,000 to 7,000. 1 do not think it will exceed 4,500. Price was expected to join Shelby, and his nonarrival had created some anxiety. I pre- sume that the raiders will move rapidly, bur I hope that A. J. Smith will be able to get in front of them. Nothiimg defiuiite was known of Prices movements after crossing the Arkansas. It is hoped that Steele will be able to prevent a junction. His plan of operations is judi- cious and the route well selected. The rebel infantry were concentrat- ing at Monticello. Parsons, liockerys, and Hawthorns brigades, about 4,000 strong, were already there. Walkers command (Louisiana troops), about 7,000, were at Bayou Bartholomew, twenty-three miles from Monticello. With the re-enforcements Steele has received I have no doubt of his ability to pursue the raiders with sufficient force and to hold his line without any danger. Natchez has been threatened, but I have re-enforced it sufficiently. E. R. S. CANBY, Major- General, Commanding. HDQRS. MILITARY I)iYISION OF WEST Mississippi, New Orleans, La., September 20, 1864. Admiral D. 1). PoRTER, Commanding Mississippi Squadron, Mound (ity, ill.: ADMIRAL: Iii the farther operation in Mobile Bay and the Alabama River two more of the river monitors will be of great service to us. Ad- nmiral Farragut, from motives of delicacy, which you will understand and appreciate, does not like to apply for them, but I have just learned from him that if you can send the monitors he will give you imm ex- change the monitor Manhattan (heavy draught) and the ram Tennes- see, or any other vessel in his fleet that you may designate. I know that you will send them without conditions if you can spare them, and I mention this only for the reason that time monitor and the rani can be used on the lower Mississippi [whichj will probably enable you to spar Page 263 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 263 the river monitors. The two seilt ou my previous application ~-ere so well suite(l to the work and so effective that I am induced to ask for more. Very respeetfally, your obedicut servant, E. Th S. CANBY, Major- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS SPECIAL SCOUTS, 2\Tatchez Miss., September 20, 1.864. Col. C. T. CHRISTENSEN, Assistant Adjutant- General, Mu. Div. of West Mississippi: SIR: I herewith juclose to you a report of my command and their oper- ations for the past teu days. The property which has not beeu definitely reported will be so reported iu my next report, when the exact quantity and quality is ascertained. In the captured mail there was but very little of a strictly military character, and the most of the information obtained was from private soldiers letters to their families, the chief of which is that the troops which have been encamped at Monroe, La., are mov- ing north to Arkansas; Walkers and Polignacs divisions passed through Monroe on the 5th of September, and that the whole army of tIme Trans-Mississippi Department were under immediate inarchin g orders. All letters of any importance will, in accordance to orders, be immediately forwarded to Colonel Myer, chief signal officer at your headquarters. General Richard Taylor is in command of the Depart- ment of Mississippi and was at Meridian on the 6th of September. Major-General Wharton commands all the forces about Monroe, La. I am, sir, with great respect, your most obedient servant, I. N. EARL, First Lient. Co. D, 4th Wisconsin Car., Corn dg. Special Scouts. [Inclosnre.1 On the evening of the 12th of September I went with my command on board the steamner Ida May and proceeded up the river. On tiiie morning of the 13th I landed about twenty-five of my men at Saint Joseph, La., and went about seven miles into the country. I captured two Confederate soldiers who were traveling through the country, but were not armed. I also brought in three mules. As the boat needed repairs, I then proceeded to Vicksburg Thr tlmat T)urpose. I arrived at Vicksburg on the morning of the 14th. On the 15th, while tIme boat was undergoing repairs, 1 crossed the river opposite Vicks- burg and scouted the country west, staying the night of the 15th near Richmond, La.; from thence traveled a few miles west; themi, turning sonth, struck the Mississippi River at New Carthage and returned to Yicksburg by the river road, where I arrived about 7 oclock on the morning of the 17th. I saw but little signs of the enemy: but a force was reported to be six miles west of where 1 penetrated. The country I passed over was thoroughly desolated, nearly every Imouse being burned and scarcely any of the inhabitants remainimmg. The boat having finished its repairs, I started down the river on the evening of the 18th. At 2 oclock on the morning of the 19th I landed twenty-five of my command six miles above Saint Joseph, on the Loui- siana side of the river; rode to Saint Joseph, and thence, by way of the plank road, into time country. When five miles froum Saint Joseph Page 264 264 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHiP. LIII. at the house of a Mr. John Powell, I captured a Confederate soldier with about half a bushel of mail. I also took Mr. Powell, as he proved to be detailed by Confederate authority to carry the mail across the river. I then proceeded about a mile to another house and captured a Confederate soldier and three horses. I then sent four men back with the prisoners and horses, and with twenty men proceeded to a point eighteen miles from Saint Joseph, where I surprised and captured a party of about 25 men, who had charge of some wool belonging to the Confederate Government, which they were trying to get a chance to cross over the river. I captured from them 7 wagons (6 of which were loaded with wool, and the other with a large skiff for ferrying) and 2 horses, and burnt a large flat boat used for ferrying and arranged to be drawn by eight horses or mules. The wagon with the skiff broke down on the road, the rest I took into Saint Joseph before 10 a. in., having ridden about forty miles, captured over 30 prisoners, 30 mules with harness, 6 wagons loaded with wool, S horses, and a Confederate mail in seven hours with twenty-five men. The prisoners captured had very few arms, as they were mostly me- chanics and teamsters detailed to assist in crossing persons and prop- erty across the river. I arrived at Natchez the evening of the 19th and have turned over to the quartermaster and received receipts for 37 mules and 8 horses. The rest of the property has not been receipted for and will be definitely reported as soon as the exact amount is ascer- tained. I have turned over to the provost-marshal 32 prisoners, among whom are 2 commissioned officers. All information of importance obtained from the captured mail will be immediately forwarded to your headquarters. Three prisoners captured at Saint Joseph on the way up were taken without arms, and have since taken the oath of alle- giance and been released. I. N. EARL, First Lieut. Co. 1), 4th Wisconsin (Jay., Comdg. AS~Jeeial Scouts. GENERAL ORDERS, HDQRs. MIL. DIV. OF WEST ~ISSISSIPPT, No. 51. New Orleans, La., September 20, 1864. I. Upon satisfactory evidence that the rebel government has recently made large sales of cotton and other products of insurrectionary dis- tricts, to be exported by way of the Mississippi River, for the purpose of procuring or paying tor supplies for the support of the rebel armies, it is ordered that all products of insurrectionary districts coming from beyond the lines of occupation within the limits of the Division of West Mississippi and in the districts on the east bank of the Mississippi River subject to the orders of the major- general commanding, be seized aumd turned over as captured property to the supervising special agent of the Treasury Department for the district in which it was seized. This order will apply to all products of insurrectionary districts imow in the possession or heretofore reported to the agents of the Treas- ury Department, except such articles as have been or may be permitted in accordance with the provisions of article 38 of the Regulations of time Treasury Department, nuder and in pursuance of the act of Con- gress approved July 2, 1864. 1mm order that tIme equitable interests acquired in good faith by loyal parties in and to said products, under article 55 of the Trade Regulations, may not be impaired by the execu- tion of this order, the commander who directs the seizure will cause the property to be propemly invoiced to the agents of the Treasury Depart Page 265 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 265 ment, giving the date, place, and circumstances of capture, the value and description of the property, and the names of the claimants. He will also report any other evidence or information that may be useful in enabling the Secretary of the Treasury to determine the true charac- ter of the property. II. The bankers, brokers, and other dealers in foreign exchange at New Orleans, La., Natchez and \Ticksburg, Miss., Memphis, Teun., and other points within the limits of this command, will furnish with as little delay as possible a detailed report of all dealings in such exchange by or through theni since the 1st of January, 1864. These reports will specify fully the dates, amonuts, names of purchasers, and other par- ticulars connected directly or indirectly with the purchase, sale, or other transfer of snch exchange, and the character of the funds, notes, bonds, and other securities used or employed in effecting the exchange. At New Orleans the reports will be made directly to the headquarters of this division through the commander of the department, and at other points through the commander of the district in which the trans- action took place. By order of Maj. Gen. E. R S. Canby: C. T. CHRISTENSEN, Lieutenant- Colonel and Assistant Adjutant- General. SPECIAL ORDERS, HDQRS. MIL. Div. OF WEST Mississippi, No. 134. New Orleans, La., September 20, 1864. * * * * * * * 4. The cavalry forces at Baton Rouge, under the command of Brig. Gen. A. L. Lee, are hereby designated for service in the field, and will, until further orders, and in accordance with General Orders, No. 7, from these headquarters, report direct to the major-general command- ing the division (throngh his chief of cavalry) in all that relates to their organization, discipline, equipment, and movements. These reports will be in addition to the customary reports to the headquar- ters of the command from which these troops are or may be drawn, which will be continued while they are serving within the limits of those ~ * * * * * * * By order of Maj. Gen. E. R. S. Canby: B. F. MOREY, Captain and Assistant A djntant- General. SPECIAL ORDERS, ~ HDQRS. DEPARTMENT OF THE GULF, No. 254. New Orleans, September 20, 1864. * * * * * * * 10. The Third Rhode Island Cavalry (dismounted) will proceed to eported to the chief of Greenwell, La., and will on its arrival, be r cavalry, Department of the Gnlf, to be mounted and equipped as cavalry. * * * * * * * By command of Major-General Banks: C. S. SARGENT, Acting Assistant Adjutant- General Page 266 266 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. MTh hEADQUARTERS U. S. FORCES Morganza, September 20, 1864. Captain TwINING-, Aide-de- Camp, Nineteenth Army Corps, New Orleans: Last night I sent Colonel Spicely with 2,000 men to Atchafalaya. This evening he crossed, and occupies the position where the rebels had their battery, near Morgans Ferry. I am sending out 1,000 additional men and will bold the point and place batteries in position on this side to cover the crossing. M. K. LAWLEIR, Brigadier- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS U. S. FORCES, liforganza, September 20, 1864. Col. W. T. SPICELY, Commanding Detachment, Iiiforgans Ferry: The general commanding directs me to inform you that only one bat- tery will accompany Colonel Guppey to-night, and that he has ordered Colonel Davis, with a force of cavalry and a battery, to move early in the morning. The general also directs that when you recross your coin- mand you select some good point and concentrate all your artillery to cover the crossing of the troops. Very respectfnlly, B. WILSON, Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS U. S. FORCES, Morgauza, La., September 20, 1864. Col. W. T. SPICELY, Commanding U. S. Forces, Atchafalaya Bayou: COLONEL: Your dispatch advising me of your passage across the Atchafalaya is received. The general commanding directs that you move imp to Morgans Ferry. Four additional re imeuts are being sent to you~ also two batteries. One of the regiments are engineers, which he desires you to employ in constructing embrasures for the batteries now on the march to join you. These are to be constructed and the batteries posted so as both to command Morgans Ferry and the forti- fications on the opposite side of the river. The general also directs that you cross over as many of the cavalry as you think proper, and secure all the cattle and forage you can, but not to send them far enough out to be in danger of capture. Very respectfully, B. WILSON, Assistant Adjutant- General. HDQRS. MILITARY DIvIsmoN OF WEST MISSISSIPPI, New Orleans, La., September 20, 1864. Maj. Gen. F. STEELE, Little Rock, Ark.: Your dispatch of the 12th has been received. General A. J. Smith Was ordered on the 10th to move into Missouri in season, I bdieve, to get in front of Shelby and Price, if they have joined, but I hope tha Page 267 267 CUAP. 1111.1 CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.IJNION. your movements reported on the 7th have ~reveitt~cl a j~llCtiOfl, as 1 learn, via Memphis, that Prices nonarrival was creating some anxiety among the rebels at Batesyille on the 12th. If Price should be cut off from l3atesville he may have gone into Missouri by the way of Spring- field. If he has he on~ht not to get out. I am watching Taylors movements in East and Buckners in West Louisiana~ but if you should be strongly pressed I will send you several thousand men. They are all ready and have their transportation waiting. E. IL S. CANBY, Major- General, Oommanding. [SEPTEMBER 20, 1864.For Williams to Blair relative to skirmish at Pryors Creek, md. Ter., & c., see Part I, p. 765.1 CABIN CREEK, September 20, 1864. Colonel WILLIAMS: SIR: In compliance with orders, I have proceeded to this point. I have found en route at Wolf Creek two graves of men killed by your artillery duel. The train had come to that point, and there they de- stroyed a large amount of quartermasters and commissary stores. The road was lined for miles with flour; the destruction was complete. They burned at least one-half the train. I will remain here to-morrow for the purpose of collecting what stores I can. There is considerable that may yet be saved. I found Doctor Ritchie here tending to the wounded men. The doctor has done well, for he was alone, and by re- maining at his post he has saved the hospital and its stores. The dead were lying on the field. J. have had part of them buried this evening. The enemy has carried away eighty-six prisoners for Tyler, Tex. There are several wagons, with their loads, still remailming. These I will col- lect and make a full report to-morrow. - Very respectfully, your obedient servant, JOHN A. FOREMAN, Major Third Indian Home Guard. HUDSONS CROSSING , NEOSHO, C. N. September 20, 1864. Col. S. H. WATTLES, Commanding Indian Brigade, Fort Gibson, C. N.: COLONEL: I received your letter dated September 17, 1864, this after- noon. I have just returned from two miles beyond Horse Creek. I received an order from Major Hopkins this morning to re-enforce his command with all possible haste. I started about daylight, fifteen or twenty minutes after the order came; went on double-quick, and crossed Horse Creek near 8 oclock. I could not find the train. I sent scouts within three miles of Cabin Creek. They reported no train; also no rebels. 1 came back to the station about 2 oclock. Since then I re- ceived a dispatch reporting a large force of rebels about Flat Rock. I am in want of horses to scout, also wagons and teams and working utemisils to finish work on fortifications. Soldiers generally in good health and fine spirits. I commenced digging a well inside the inclosure. I keep scouts out in all directions every day or two. I am, very respectfully, your most obedient servant, MOSES PRICE, Captain, Commanding Detachment, Il4tdsons L1rossing, C. N Page 268 268 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CnAP. JAIL FORT GIBSON, C. N., Sejpternber 20, 1864. COLONEL COMMANIJINcf: Sin: Have the honor of making my report from the 12th to the 20th. On the 13th came very near running into a -squad of rel)els at Mrs. McCoys; number, ab out thirty or forty men; immediately wrote a note to send back to inform you of the fact, b at did not get to see any one at all. On the 15th, in sight of Cane Hill, received information that Brown had left Cane Hill, for some purpose unknown to the citizens, with about 250 men. From Cane Hill, he made his course in the direc- tion of Illinois River. On the 15th of this month the rebel women and a few bushwhackers had a big dinner. Thinking that Brooks would be in that day or next, that evening we started for the place. After we arrived in the neighborhood of the place we captured one man by the name of Armstrong; once belonged to the Federal service; deserted at Fort Smith and joined Bailies company. On the 17th received information that rebel forces were crossing below Van Baren, and above on the Arkansas River, about thirty miles above Fort Gibson. All the deserters that deserted at Fort Smith are around Cane Hill, robbing and plandering. About 300 Indians at home in Going Snake district and Flint district, but will not trouble the secesh on the other side of the line without orders from these headquarters. IDissatisfac- tion among the Indians at home on some subject. It is not known bat among themselves. John RatlifC killed on Caney, but evidently killed by his own men, robbed, and stripped of his clothing. Yours, respectfully, and most obedient servant S. S. STEPHENS Lieutetctnt. IN. B.Will. Trott remains with Brown all the time. Says Fort Gibson is a more pleasant 1)lace than in the bashes. NEW ORLEANS, SeptenTher 20, 1864. (IReceive(1 25th.) Maj. Gen. C. C. WASHBURN, Jlfernphis: Yonr dispatches of the 15th and 16th received. My advices from Arkansas are as late as the 14th. Shelbys coin mand was concen- trating on the 12th at Batesville, having be~mm much scattered in procuring supplies, and some aiixiety was felt in consequence of Prices failure to join him. One brigade was on Black River moving toward Missouri. ~f lie raiders will probably move rapidly, but Smith, I hope, will be able to head them off; and Steeles plan of oper- ations is judicious, and his route well selected. Several thousaiid men, which are held in readiness with transportation ready, will be sent to him if he should be strongly pressed. General Sherman informs me that he will be on the move in October next, but does not yet indicate the exact time. NIy own operations will depend to some extent upon his, and I will advise you in season. E. R. S. CANBY, Major- 0eneral, Gommanding Page 269 269 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. SPECIAL ORDERS, HDQRS. DEPARTMENT OF THE MIssouRI, No. 261. Saint Louis, September 20, 1861. * * * * * ~3. The One hundred and thirty-fifth Regiment Illinois Volunteers having consolidated at Saint Louis, Mo., will procce(l without delay to Mattoon, Ill., for, the purpose of being mustered out of the service of the United States. The quartermasters department will furnish the necessary transportation. * * * * * * By command of Major-General IRosecrans: J. F. BENNETT Assistant Adjutant- General. CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., September 20, 1864. Brigadier-General EwNG: I have beeu waiting for some reliable news from Bloomfield. Captain Smith has just arrived there from toward the Arkansas line, between Black River and the Saint Francis, aud reports that a picket force which he left at the shoals of the Saint Francis on his return were driven in. Captain Smith thinks that there is a force approaching Bloomfield under Kitchen and Clark. The force at Blooinfield are all in hand. They have horses for the howitzers. I have taken every precaution to prevent their being gobbled. Have scouts and mounted patrols out on all the roads. Have ordered Captain Sells to fall back here as soon as he is convinced that an overwhelming force is approaching. H. M. HuLLER, Lieutenant- Colonel, Cammanding. CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., September 20, 1864. Brigadier-General EWING: I have just received a dispatch from Bloomfield, stating that Lieu- tenant Rathbun, who is below, reports 1,000 rebels at Chalk Bluff and 400 at Kennett with intention of attacking Bloomfield to-night. Our whole force at Bloomfield is 200. P. ~. MoCLANAHAX, Captain, Cornmandi~~~. CAPE GIRARDEAU, September 20, 1864. General EWING: Shelby came to Powhatan on the 12th of September with about 4,000 to 8,000 men, all conscripts, very badly armed and very poorly clad, and deserting him. MeCray came to Powhatan on the 13th of Septein- ber with about 2,000 men. Kitchens regiment is scattered from Gainesville, on Crowleys Ridge, to Chalk Bluff, sending out scouts to Grand Prairie, Mo. Bowlin, with nineteen men, was seen Sunday last seventeen miles north of Bloomfield. I got this statement from a relia- ble source. HENRY SLADIEK, Lieutenant and Provost-Marshal Page 270 ~7O LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CILAr. LIII. HEADQUARTERS THIRD SUB-DISTRICT OF SAINT Louis, Pilot Knob, ]YJio., September 20, 1864. Lient. II. HANNAHS, Acting Assistant Adjutant- Gencral, Saint Louis District: LIEUTtNANT: I have the honor to transmit the followhig report in regard to the strength and movements of the enemy in and around the Third Sub-District of Saint Louis. Mr. Phillips, of Lawrence County, Ark., said to be a loyal man, states as follows: That Coleman and Cooper were encamped on the 14th instant on Jaynes Creek, ten miles south of the Arkansas line, with about 200 men. Freeman was en- camped on Spring IRiver with about 500 men. Says that Freeman is acting brigadier-general. Brig. Gen. Joe Shelby was encamped on Strawberry River, two miles from Smithyille, Ark., with 2,000 men. He has also sent about 2,000 men toward Missouri. This, I suppose, is the force that was at Doniphan a few days since and that is now at Chalk Bluff, Hornersyille, & c. None of these forces had artillery. A portion of Shelbys men were said to be still farther south. It was rumored there that Price was on his way to Missouri with a large force, and that he would go between Springfield and Rolla. It was also rumored that Shelby and the other organizations in Arkansas were preparing five days rations to enable them to move in the direction of Pilot Knob, and that they thought they would have about 8,000 men. A small squad of bushwhackers is in Saint Fran~ois County, under Captain Smith; dont know their number. A band of rebels, fifty-five strong, under command of one Major Surridge, of Shelbys command, on the night of the 13th instant, at 12 oclock, entered Iron Mountain and robbed goods to a considerable extent. Caledonia, where a de- tachmnent of Company A, Third Missouri State Militia Cavalry, is sta- tioned, was attacked the same day at 12 in., numbering about the same, but were gallantly repulsed and whipped by the detachment of Third Missouri State Militia Cavalry, numbering only fifteen men. Very respcctftilly, your obedient servant, JAMES W1LSON, Jli~or Third Missouri State Militia Cavalry, Comdg. District. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF CENTRAL MISSOURI, Warreusbury, September 20, 1864. Maj. 0. D. GREENE, Saint Louis: The effective men of eight companies of the Fourth Missouri State Militia, with several companies Enrolled Missouri Militia, are on time move for guerrillas in Cooper County. I shall leavehere at 4 p. in., with 140 mounted men, on aim extra train for Tipton. Have ordered two companies Forty-fifth [Missourij Volunteers from Sedalia to be ready on my arrival, and shall station them at Jefferson City, so as to relieve the mounted men at that place. B. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General. WARRENSBITRG, Mo., September 20, 1864. Major-General ROSECRANS: Lieutenant Kerr, at Boonville, reports that he is reliably informed that 200 guerrillas crossed the Missouri River from the north sid& , thir- teen miles below Boonville, yesterday. They are scattered throug Page 271 ChAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 271 Cooper County, stealing horses and other property. Major Kelly moved into Cooper County from Sedalia yesterday evening. I have started messengers all over the county advising the troops all(l citizen guards to be on the alert. E. B. BROWN, Brigadier- general of Volunteers. SAINT Louis, September 20, 1864. General E. B. BROWN: All the information we receive here goes to show that the guerrillas are concentrating at some point on the north side of the river, with in- tention of crossing to the south side to get out of the State. Itoche- port seems to be the point indicated for crossing. Quite extensive operations are on foot against them, on the north side; but in case they get across in a body you ought to look out that you receive instant information, and make snch dispositions as will not allow them to cross your district without being terribly punished, if not destroyed. 0. D. GREENE, Assistant Adjutant- General and Chief of Staff. TIPTON, September 20, 1864. Captain STEG-ER, Assistant Adjutant- General: Captain Hayes, at Warsaw, reports up to 10 p. m. the rebels, about eighty iii number, seven miles of Black Oak Point at 10 p. m. on the 19th, and left in direction of Hermitage, going to cross, the river be- tween Osceola and Warsaw. Direct Colonel Philips to act upon this information in the west. E. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General. HEADQUARTERS SECOND SUB-DISTRICT, In the Field, eight miles soath by west from Lexington, on Little Sni, La Fuyette (Jou)tty, Mo., September 20, 1864. Capt. J. H. STEGER, Asst. Adjt. Gen., Dist. of Central Missouri, Warrensburg, Mo.: CAPTAIN: I have the honor to state that I am encamped at this j)lace with four companies. It is impracticable to encamp at Mound Prairie Church, or in the immediate vicinity, on account of the scarcity of water for both men and animals. This is the nearest 1)racticable point to the Warreiisburg road that I have been able to find after search. This is a good camping ground and point to operate from, being within reach of Tabo, the Warrensburg road, four miles distant, time heads of Davis and Blackwater Creeks, and Greenton Valley, Wellington, and vicinityall guerrilla localities. Our scouts have not been able to find any guerrillas since I have joined the command. My impression is that the most of them have left this part of the country and crossed to the north side of the river. There is no doubt that at least 130 guerrillas crossed to the north side on last Friday, below l)over three or four miles, and on Sunday attacked thirty militia in Ra Page 272 272 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. County, on Crooked liver, and killed at least six of them, perhaps more. I have not heard from them since. So far as I am advised or believe, there has been no violence or outrage upon the persons or property of citizens since I have joined the command. I am, captain, very respectfully, your obedient servant, JAMES MCFERRAN, Colonel First Gcualry Missouri State Militia, Commanding. SEDALIA, September 20, 1864. Capt. J. H. STEGER: in compliance with your orders, I have dispatched messenger to Major Kelly, Cole Camp, and Warsaw. In addition I sent the engine down the road to California, sending messengers literally right and left to the various citizen guards, also have instructed the company at the bridge to be on the lookout. T. A. SWITZLEII, Colonel. Captain STEGER, SEDALIA, September 20, 1864. Assistant Adjutant- General: The following from Major Kelly: I will move my entire command in the direction of Bell Air and Tipton, and picket the country from near Syracuse to below Tipton. I will be to-day three or four miles nowth of the railroad. Messenger from Otterville will reach me. Just received a dispatch from Lieutenant Kerr, at Boonville, stating that rebels are crossing south below Boonville some thirteen miles. Did not give full credit to it. T. A. SWITZLER, Colonel. WARRENSBURG, Septcmber 20, 1864. Lient. J. T. KERR, Boonville: Send expresses to the troops in Cooper County and to Major Kelly, who is near the mouth of the Blackwater, informing them of the move- ment of the guerrillas below Boonville. E. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General. BOONYILLE, September 20, 1864. General BROWN: Information has been received this morning that the guerrillas are scattered in squads, stealing horses. I sent express to Major Kelly. The direction of these movements not known. I sent Lieutenant Davis in that course this morning to learmi the I)articulars. J. T. KERR, First Lieutenant, Commanding Page 273 CHAP. LIH.J CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 273 BOONVILLE, September 20, 1864. General BROWN: From the north side, near Rocheport, crossing from an island to the south side in county about twelve miles from here. it was reported to me this morning that one of the officers was named Stewart. KERR. WARRENSBURG, September 20, 18649 a. m. Col. FRANK. W. HICKox, Jeffer8on City: Lieutenant Kerr reports from Boonville that 200 guerrillas crossed the Missouri River thirteen miles below that place yesterday. You will order Major Dale to arm and command the citizens at Jefferson City. E. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General. CALIFORNIA, September 20, 1864. General BROWN: SIR: We hear of no rebel movements here. Captain Hume and a sqnad of his men were running a lot of bushwhackers in the edge of Cooper County last night. The number not known. We are under arms here and will keep you advised of all we hear. THOMPSON, Operator. SPRINGFIELD, Mo., September 20, 1864. Maj. 0. D. GREENE, Assistc~nt Adjutant- General: Brooks was at Cane Hill yesterday with 400 men. Our trains run- ning to Fayetteville are in great danger of capture, and I think that while the rebel army is on this side of the river the post itself is in great danger. The garrison is strong enough to resist an attack of 3,000 men while its rations hold out, which could not be long. Commu- nication with Fort Smith is very unfrequent, and I consider it very doubtful if any orders from Fort Smith have or can reach Fayetteville. I would recommend that the commanding officer be directed by the general-in-chief to fall back to Neosho or Cassyille in case he ascertaiiis that he is to be surrounded and cutoff, unless such order would conflict with the orders of his immediate commanding officer. J. B. SANBORN, Brigadier. General, Commanding. SAINT Louis, Mo., September 20, 1864. General SANBORN, Springfield, lift.: In the opinion of the general commanding there is no necessity for communicating with the general-in-chief to get orders for the force at Fayetteville to fall back. The commanding officer being cut off from his commanding general is frilly empowered to act in such a matter within the limits of sound discretion and judgment. 0. 1). GREENE, Assistant Adjutant- General and Chief of Staff. 18 R RVOL XLIV PT II Page 274 274 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP, LIII SPRINGFIELD, Mo., September 20, 1864. Maj~ 0. D. GREENE, A8sistaut Adjutant- General: Company A, Seventh Provisional Regiment, that has been on a reconnaissance to the mouth of North Fork, came in this morning. The lieutenant in command reports that he saw and conversed with a woman who left General Prices army the day before, and said Price was at Clinton a week ago yesterday, and intended to remain there until the infantry and artillery came up; that she has been with his army three Weeks, and that the whole army had moved north, and that some cav- alry was to tear up the railroad leading from Saint Louis to Rolla, and the main body was to advance and take Springfield. No force of the enemy was discovered. JOHN B. SANBORN, Brigadier-General, Commanding. SPRINGFIELD, Mo., September 20, 1864. Major-General IROSECRANS: Moses Powers is well known here, and used to be in General Hollands command. He was with parties of Fagans men three times on his way np. The only thing he saw with his own eyes was three bodies of cav- alry of 500 or 600 men, and the roads over which the armies had passed, which he says were deeply cut up. All the other information he gave he obtained from citizens, rebel officers, and soldiers. General Holland says he is an honest and reliable man, and has always had the reputa- tion of a good scout. JOHN B. SANBORN, Brigadier- General, Commanding. SPR1NGFIELD, Mo., Sejitember 20, 1864. Maj. 0. D. GREENE, Assistant Adjutant- General: There are here fifty days rations for my entire command, and hay rations at this post for eighty days. We have 2,500 tons of hay put up in the district. The grain forage is all in the fields yet, but we control it all. It is probably sufficient to last until spring. JOHN B. SANBORN, Brigadier- General, Commanding. SPEClAL ORDERS, HDQRS. DIsT. OF SOUTHWEST MISSOURI, No. 254. Springfield, Mo., September 20, 1864. 1. Capt. G. W. Moore, Company M, Second Arkansas Cavalry, com- manding at Ozark, Mo., will, upon receipt of this order, detail a scout- ing party from his company and Captain Balls company, Sixth Pro- visional Regiment, consisting of two commissioned officers and fifty enlisted men, properly equipped and rationed. They will be instructed to proceed as far south as the mouth of the North Fork of White River, unless they encounter a large force of the enemy, in which case they will at once return informing these headquarters of the fact withou Page 275 CHAP. LIH.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 275 delay. Every possible effort will be made by them to obtain accurate and reliable information of the enemy, their location, movements, and probable intentions, and all snch information will be promptly trans- mitted to these headqnarters. * * * * * * * 4. The commanding officer of the Sixth Provisional Enrolled Missonri Militia will at once detail Capt. James H. Sallee and fifty enlisted men of his command for special duty. The men will be furnished with six days rations and forty rounds of ammunition each. Captain Sallee, Company B, Provisional Enrolled Missouri Militia, is directed to take command of the men so detailed and a detachment from the Seventh Provisional Enrolled Missouri Militia of one commissioned officer and fifty men. He will move at S a. m. to-morrow on the old Jacksonport road, and reconnoiter the country as far south as Bennetts Bayon, and ascertain if any large body of the enemy are advancing on that road, and get all the information possible concerning the enemy~s movements, reporting every item of importance to these headquarters with the least possible delay. * * * * * * * By order of Brigadier-General Sanborn: WM. T. KJTThEDGE, Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF SOUTHWEST MISSOURI, AS~pringfte1d, M6., September 20, 1864. Col. JOHN D. ALLEN, Comdg. Seventh Provisional, ill aunt Vernon, lJfo.: Upon receipt of this order you will detail from your command one commissioned officer and twenty-five enlisted men for a scouting party. Direct them to proceed to Carthage and scout about that vicinity until the arrival of Captain Mitchell, when they will at once return. For some unknown reason Captain Mitchell has not reported at Carthage, as ordered to-day, and Captain Sutherland has come in under order delivered to him by mistake, and so that post is left without any force. If your detachment finds Chptain Mitchell there they will, of course, return at once. Hespeetfully, JOHN B. SANBORK, Brigadier- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DISTRiCT ov SOUTHWEST MISSOURI, ASpringfield, iTo., September 20, 1864. Capt. L. J. MITCHELL, Commanding Company F, Seventh Provisional: On the 12th instant orders were sent to you at Humansville directing you to proceed at once with your command to Carthage, Mo., relieve Captain Sutherland, and assume command of that post, a copy of which order* is herewith inclosed. You will report at once to these head- Omitted Page 276 276 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIIL quarters whether such order has been received by you, and, if so, the date of reception, and the reasons for not having complied with it promptly as required. If now at Humansville, as represented, you will without the least delay send forward one commtssioned officer and forty men of your command with orders to proceed at once by forced marches to Carthage and occupy that post. You will follow without delay with the balance of your command. Captain Sutherland~ has arrived and Carthage is thus left without protection. JOHN B. SANBOlIN, Brigadier- Ceneral, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS, Macon, Mo., AS~eptember 20, 1861. Maj. Gen. W. S. ROSECRANS, Comdg. Department of the Missouri, & int Louis, Mo.: GENERAL: In response to your inquiries of the 19th instant, I have the honor to report that General Douglass is operating with the Iowa troops from Mexico, Lieutenant-Colonel Matthews from Sturgeon, Major Leonard from IRocheport, and Major King from Glasgow. Colonel Forbes has had a scout out in Monroe County and Colonel Kutzner in Ralls. The guerrillas during the last week have been broken into - small parties and moving rapidly in all directions. Their present move- ments indicate a concentration in Boone or Howard. Nearly 300 of them have crossed from General Browns district to north side within the last three days, and were moving eastward throngh Chariton last night. A small party dashed into Saint Catherine last night and killed one citizen, wounded another, and captured three militiamen. They were supposed to be a portion of Andersons gang, and were all clothed in Federal uniform, including the blue overcoat. The guerrillas are all mounted on the best of horses and are well armed. We cannot make much headway against them with footmen. They range over such an extensive field, and have so many more friends than we have, that it is exceedingly difficult to operate against them with even well-mounted men. I move from here to-night with 300 jnen to Huntsville, Roanoke, Fayette, and Glasgow; scouting through the Chariton region. It would be worth a great deal to North Missouri and the cause of loyalty if you could throw into this district at once 1,000 or 1,500 well-mounted force of the character of Merrills Horse or Seventh Kansas. A decisive blow at the rascals now would drive them out for the season. I had ordered a few men ot Hardings regiment to send for their own horses to use temporarily in the Saint Joseph district, as there are no other troops there. I have suspended the order in accordance with your directions. Neither of the new regiments are yet mustered to full organizations. Recruiting has progressed slowly since the 5th instant, and almost entirely checked in the northwest since Bradshaws regi- ment was ordered away. The loyal people are fearful of being left 10 the mercy of the guerrillas with all their reliable serviceable element sent to the front, and certain stumping politicians encourage them in this idea. De Bolt has abandoned the project of raising a regiment. I am, general, respectfully, your obedient servant, CLINTON B. FISK, Brigadier- & ~enerat, U. k~. Volunteers Page 277 CHAP. till.) CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. - 277 SAINT Louis, Mo., AS~eptember 20, 1864. General Fisx, Macon (or where he can be found): Colonel Kutzners regiment ought to be in readiness for active serv- ice. If it is the general commanding wants it sent as soon as practi- cable to iRocheport by the shortest route. He suggests via Macon to Sturgeon, thence march. All information received here points to a concentration of guerillas, & c., somewhere in the vicinity of Rocheport, probably with the intention of crossing in a body to the south side and eft~ecting escape south. 0. D. GREENE, Assistant Adjutant- General and Chief of Staff. MACON, Mo., September 20, 1864. Col. 0. D. GREENE, Assistant Adjutant- General: I had arranged to send Colonel Forbes regiment to Boone and How- ard, and would prefer Forbes for that locality, as he is familiar with the country. If agreeable to the general commanding, would like to move Forbes regiment to Glasgow and Rocheport, and Kutzner to Macoi and Paris. I shall stay in the disturbed regions myself until I can determine whether the guerrillas are to concentrate or scatter. Troops from the North Missouri Railroad will co-operate with the force that go from here to-night under my own command. Will put all the vigor and harmony into the movements I can milster. CLINTON B. FISK, Brigadier- General. SPECIAL FIELD ORDERS, HDQ1~S. P1ST. OF NORTH MISSOURI, No. 1. 5 Macon, ]Ilio., September 20, 1864. I. The troops of this command, about to move from Macon, Mo., will be under the immediate command of Lient. Col. Daniel M. Dra- per, Ninth Cavalry Missouri State Militia. Second Lient. T. J. Tids- well, Forty-fourth Regiment Infantry Missouri Volunteers is announced as acting assistant adjutant-general of the expedition, and will be obeyed and respected accordingly. First Lieut. William Mcllwrath, Ninth Cavalry Missouri State Militia, is detached as acting assistant quar- termaster of the command. All straggliug on the march or from camp will be strictly prohibited. No man will enter the dwelling or other premises of citizens without permission or by order of his commanding officer. The discharge of firearms, except upon the enemy or by order of an officer, will be prohibited. The strictest discipline will be enforced, aud commissioned officers of companies and detachments will be held responsible for the conduct of their respective commands. This order will be read to every company or detachment, and a certificate that it has thus been read will be forwarded to these headquarters. * * * * * * * CLINTON B. FISK, Brigadier- General, U. S. Volunteers, Commanding Page 278 278 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. JAIL SAINT Louis, Mo., September 20, 18G4. Colonel KUTZNER, Hannibal, Mo.: I send you copy of dispatcli just sent to General Fisk.* It may not reach him for some time. You will at once make your preparations to move in accordance therewith, and in case you have not orders from General Fisk when ready you will move without further orders. 0. D. GREENE, Assistant Adjutant- Uenerai and Chief of Staff. WESTON, September 20, 1864. General FISK: I am not as fully satisfied of the presence of Thrailkill, but there is a large force of bushwhackers in Clay County. I move oii them to-mor- row. Shall give the eastern portion of this and western portion of Clay a thorough scouting. I have just returned from New Market. II. HILLIARD, Major, 4~c. GLASGOW, September 20, 1864. General FISK: I have no positive information of any guerrillas. Heard that there were 300 at Renick yesterday. Sent a force there, but found nothing. It is my opinion all of them are concentrating in the Perche Hills. I have a force out now. May hear more by noon. AUSTIN A. KING, Ju., Major, Commanding, & c. STURGEON, September 20, 1864. General FISK: Have no information of the enemy, except that they are in small bands, scattered all over the country. My command on the scout only saw one small party and killed one. We went as far as Rocheport. I suppose General Douglass will report officially. H. M. MATTHEWS, Lieutenant- Colonel. FORT LEAVENWORTH, September 20, 1864. Major-General ROSECRANS, Commanding Department of the Missouri; The farther advance of rebels toward our departments is attested by the taking of train by 1,500 of Stand Waties men, at ~~abin Creek, sixty miles this side of Fort Gibson; 202 wagons, 5 ambulances, 40 artillery horses, and 1,253 mules were captured. General Thayer, commanding that district, recently informed me his communication with his com- mander (General Steele) was cut off, which corroborates the report that forces had also crossed between Little Rock and Fort Smith. S. R. CURTIS, Major- General. See Greene to Fisk, beginningColonel Kntzners regiment, p. 277 Page 279 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 279 FORT LEAVENWORTH, September 20, 1864. Governor T~ CARNEY, Leavenworth, Kans.: The rebels have taken a train fifty miles this side of the Arkansas. General Price is reported at Cane Hill. This looks like an advance toward my department, threatening Kansas. Please notify your mili- tia to be ready to co-operate against the foe. The proposition of Major Walker to raise battalion is rejected. No new cavalry organizations are now authorized. S. R. CURTIS, Major- General. FORT SCOTT, Seytember 20, 1864. Maj. C. S. CHARLOT: Colonel Blair reports that the train for [Fort] Smith was captured by the enemy at Cabin Creek, said to be 3,000 strong. GEORGE SYKES, Major- General. FORT SCOTT September 20 1864 Maj. C. S. CHARLOT: I understand that General Sykes has moved his headquarters, and therefore take the liberty of telegraphing yon direct. Lieutenant-Col- onel Wheeler, who was with the traiii when captured at Cabin Creek yesterday morning, has arrived at one of my outposts, and sends me word that the rebels took but little of the train with them, burning nearly all of it. This rather indicates a movement farther north. The rebel force was Stand Waties, and Colonel Wheeler thinks it 4,000 strong. The survivors of the train escort are on their way up near Baxter Springs, and I shall soon start some subsistence to them, as I learn they are nearly starved. Prices headquarters are reported to be at Cane Hill. C. W. BLAIR, Colonel. MOUND CITY, September 20, 1864. Col. C. W. BLAIR: Bourbon County has been attached to the First Sub-District. You will make a special return of the troops under your command to these headquarters at once. Rebel forces are reporte(l between Gibson and Fort Scott. Send out a scout to find out what they can in regard to it. Hold your troops in readiness to march at short notice. have them supplied with at least ten days rations arid a good supply of amniuni- tion. No change will be made in your command for the present. Order every able-bodied man in Fort Scott to hold himself in readiness, as 1 understand that it is the point for which they are making, as much will have to be depended on the citizens if an attack is made on that place. C. R. JENKISON, Colonel Fifteenth Kansas Vol. (Jay., Comdg. First Sub-District Page 280 280 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-Ml~SISSIPPI. [Ciw~. LIII. PAOLA, September 20, 1864. Major-General SYKES: I have just received the following from Colonel Jennisoir from Mound City: Report of the capture of the train is true. Two large bodies of troops are moving north----one for Fort Scott, the other on Springfield. The force marching on Fort Scott numbers 3,000, and are reported to be from 75 to 100 miles below Fort Scott. It is reported that Fort Gibson has surrendered. I believe t~here is some truth in the above, and would suggest the calling out of the militia of the three border tiers of counties immediately to replace the troops now on the border, who will be required to meet the enemy. T. MOONLIGHT, Colonel Eleventh Kansas Cavalry. MOUND CITY, September 20, 1864. Maj. C. S. CHARLoT: Rebel forceereported between Fort Gibson arid Fort Smith, fifty miles southeast of Osage Catholic Mission. The supply train and one refugee train captured. I will be on the move when required. C. ZR. JENNISON, Colonel Fifteenth Kansas Voluntee~ Cavalry. MOUND CITY, September 20, 1864. Capt. GEORGE S. HAMPTON, Assistant Adjutant- General: There are two large bodies of troops moving northone evidently on Fort Scott, the other ou Springfield. I think they will then unite and move either through Kansas or Missouri. I will concentrate my force at Fort Scott. I think I can hold that place against 3,000 men with my present force. They may send a larger force, thinking to get a large amount of supplies there. I will take the field in the morning iu person. I would think it advisable to send as many troops to the southern portion of your district as can be spared. I will call out the citizens of this locality to assist in the defense of their homes, which I think all will do willingly. All of my command are in readiness to concentrate wherever necessity may require. C. It. JE~JSON, Colonel, Commanding First Sub-District. WASHINGTON, I). C., September 20, 18643.40 p. m. Colonel CHIYINGTpN, Deuver City: The chief of or(lnance objects to the diversion of the train sent to New Mexico. You must make requisitions for your wants in usual way. H. W. HALLECK, ]iIa or- General and Chief of Staff Page 281 CHAP. LHI3 CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 281 CJT~7 POINT, VA., September 21. 18645.30 p. m. (Received 7 p. in.) Maj. Gen. H. W. HALLECK, Chief of Staff: Has an inspector been sent to the Department of Arkansas to examine into affairs there ~ If not I will send an officer from here. U. S. GRANT, Lieutenant- Gencral. U. S. S. TALLAHATCHIE, New Orleans, La., September 21, 1864. Commodore J. S. PALMER, Comdg. First Dirision, West Gulf Blockading Squadron, New Orleans, La.: SIR: I have the honor to report having received information on the night of the 15th instant that twelve bales of cotton were coming out of the Blind River. I stationed a picket-boat in the moi4h, which cap- tuied the following-named blockade-runners, with a small mail, viz: Theophile Fruchude, Jean Morin, F. Guilbeanit, and Justin Kuffer, all of New Orleans. As soon as the officer in charge of the picket-boat demanded asurrender they threw overboard a small mail and a menio- randum book, which was picked up in a few minutes afterward, not being wet through. The book contains a supposed list of goods brought over by them, said list being made up of revolvers, percussion caps, and a large amount of quinine, drugs, & c. They acknowledge to have been buying cotton, having no permit for same. On the 17th instant I captured on the banks of Bayou Schinblon [Chbne Blanc], Ascension Parish, 9 bales of cotton and a number of bags. In the bayou near this cotton there were flats, all made to move it across the lake. On the banks of the Amite River, the same instant, at the house of Samuel Leake, now prisoner in my possession, I captured 1 bale of cotton and 2 sacks; also revolvers, 1 keg of powder, and a number of small lots of powder, together with a large quaittity of medicines, dry goods, hats, barrels of whisky, barrels of flour, salt, and about 20,000 percussion caps. The cotton captured by me is claimed as follows: Jean Morin, now a prisoner on board, claims four bales; Madam Leake, wife of Sam- uel Leake, one bale and two sacks; the balance remains unclaimed. I am credibly informed that Lieutenant Wheat, of the ADonfederate serv- ice, buys ammunition, & c., from the house of Samuel Leake once a month, taking the same to Clinton, La. Yei~y respectfully, your obedient servant, T. J. LINKEKIN, A cting Master, Commanding. [First iiidorserneut.] SEPTEMBER 26, 1864. Respectfully referred to General Canby for his perusal. J. S. PALMER, Commodore Page 282 282 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. [Second indorsement.] IIDQRS. MILITARY DIVISION OF WEST Mississippi, New Orleans, September 26, 1864. Lieutenant-Colonel WooD, Provost-Marshal- General: The major-general commanding is under the impression that there is a person in this city by th~ name of Leake who deals in powder, and he is evidently the person from whom the within-named powder has been bought. You are requested to cause him and any others concerned with him in this trade to be arrested. By order of Maj. Gen. E. R. S. Canby: C. T. CHRISTENSEN, Lieutenant- Colonel and Assistant Adjutant- General. HDQRS. MILITARY DIVISION OF WEST MISSIsSIPPI, OFFIcE OF THE CHIEF SIGNAL OFFICER, New Orleans, September 21, 1864. Maj. Gen. E. R. S. CANBY, Comdg. Mil. Div. of West Mississippi, New Orleans, La.: GENERAL: I have the honor to submit to your consideration a state- ment of the information received at this office this 21st day of September, 1864, from the following source: A report from Actg.Yol. Lieut. George P. Lord, U. S. Navy, Fort Adams, Miss., September 18. A negro sent to Woodville, Miss., to make investigations in regard to pontoons and rations, reports that a man named Carry has six large boats which lie uses for crossing troops over the river. He states that General Dick Taylor has some 3,000 men two miles east of Woodville, and is collect- ing all possible for an attack on some point, supposed to be either Natchez or Port Hudson. I am, general, very respectfully, your obedient seryant, FRANK W. MARSTON, Major, Signal Corps, U. S. Army, Commanding. SPECIAL ORDERS, IIDQRS. MIL. Div. OF WEST Mississippi, No. 135. New Orleans, La., September 21, 1864. * * * * * * * 3. The Seventieth and Seventy-first Regiments U. S. Colored In- fantry will be consolidated and reorganized as the Seventieth Regiment U. S. Colored Infantry. The officers to be retained will be determined by the report of an examining board to be appointed for that purpose, and the supernumerary officers mustered out of the service. The coiii- manding general District of Yicksburg is charged with the execution of this order, and will be governed by the rules laid down in General Orders, No. 17, from these headquarters, for the consolidation of colored regiments in the Department of the Gulf. * * * * * * * By order of Maj. Gen. E. R. S. Canby: B. F. MOREY, Captain and Assistant Adjutant- General Page 283 CHAP, LIII.] 283 CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. SPECIAL ORDERS,) IIDQRS. NIL. DIV. OF WEST Miss., OFFICE CHIEF OF CAVALRY, No. 15. ) New Orleans, September 21, 1864. I. Col. 0. P. (boding, Thirty-first Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry, kaving reported at this office in accordance with Special Orders, No. 134, paragraph 6, headquarters Military Division of West Mississippi, dated September 20, 1864, will proceed to Baton Rouge, La., an~l report in person to Brig. GeixA. L. Lee, commanding Cavalry Division, for assign: ment to the command of the brigade composed of the Fourth Wiscon- sin ~nd Eleventh New York Regiments of Cavalry. * * * * * * * By order of Maj. Gen. E. R. S. CalTIby: J. W. DAVIDSON, Brigadier- General and Chief of Cavalry. SPECIAL ORDERS, HDQRS. DEPARTMENT OF THE GULF, No. 255. New Orleans, September 21, 1864. * * * * * * 19. In compliance with instructions from the headquarters of the Army and from the headquarters of the Military Division of West Mississippi, all enlisted men belonging to that portion of the Nineteenth Army Corps now serving in Virginia on detached service in this depart- ment are relieved from such duties. They will without delay be for- warded to the headquarters of the Nineteenth Army Corps in this city, to be returned to their regiments. Commanding officers are charged with the prompt execution of this order. * * * * * * * 21. In compliance with instructions from the headquarters Military Division of West Mississippi, the Thirty-first Massachusetts Volunteers will be mounted and armed and equipped as a regiment of mounted infantry. It will be reported to the chief of cavalry at these headquar- ters, who is charged with the execution of this order. * * * * * * * By command of Major-General Banks: C. S. SARGENT, Acting Assistant Adjutant- General. NEW ORLEANS, September 21, 1864. Brigadier-General LAWLER: As your troops may be required in another quarter, the commanding general does not wish you to commit them to any operations from which they cannot readily be withdrawn. Have you any additional informa- tion in regard to the regiment referred to in your dispatch of the 16th, * when it crossed the Atchafal aya, and the means of crossing ~ C. T. CHRISTENSEN, Lieutenant- Colonel and Assistant Adjutant- General. See Part I, P. 803 Page 284 284 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISS1SSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. MORGANZA, September 21, 1864. Lieutenant-Colonel CHRISTENSEN, Assistant Adjutant- General: It is not the intention to send troops any farther than to Morgan~s Ferry, about thirteen miles. I have one brigade and two batteries there and can withdraw at any time inside of five hours. The occupation of that point enables us to keep thoroughly posted in reference to the movements~ of the enemy, and also to collect beef and forage, the former of which we are much in need of. I have just heard from Colonel Spicely. He reports that the enemy are returning to Alexandria on account of the scarcity of subsistence. M. K. LAWLEIR, Brigadier- General. NEW ORLEANS, September 21, 1864. Brigadier-General LAWLER: I am directed to say that your dispatch is entirely satisfactory, and that the commanding-generals telegram was merely advisory and in- tended to prevent the possibility of the troops getting beyond reach. C. T. CHRISTENSEN, Assistant Adjutant- General. SPECIAL ORDERS, ~ HDQRS. DfSTRICT OF LITTLE ROCK, No. 81. Little Poe/c, Ar/c., September 21, 1864. 1. Brig. Gen. J. R. West, commanding Cavalry Division, is intrusted with the duty of picketing and patrolling the neighborhood of Little Rock on both sides of the Arkansas, commencing on the 23d instant. General West will send out what scouts may be necessary from time to time to keep down guerrillas, ascertain the positions of the enemy, and bring in beeves. He will make reports to these headquarters of the departure and return of scouts, with account of their opem ations and news they bring. By command of Brig. Gen. E. A. Carr: C. H. l)YER, Assistant Adjutant- General. HDQRS. SECOND DIVISION, SEVENTH ARMY CORPS, Devalls Bluff, Ark., September 21, 1864. ABRAHAM LINCOLN, President of the United States: DEAR SIR: General Mower left Brownsville, twenty-five miles west of here, with his division three days ago. He will follow Price and Shelby via Jacksonport. Major-General Reynolds returned from Little Rock last night and went down on a boat this noon. In case of neces- sity he would take his corps, the Nineteenth, up the Mississippi. I hope they will rise up in Missouri and deal Price a severe blow; aiid if every effort possible is made down this way it seems to me he can be crushed. Very truly, & c., C. C. ANDREWS, Brigadier- General, Commanding Page 285 CHAP. LIII.J CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 285 DEVALLS BLUFF, September 21, 1864. Maj. Gen. F. STEELE, Little Rock, Ark.: Shall I detain the boats ~ One of them is ready to go down. Very respectfully, C. C. AND1IEW~, Brigadier- General, Corn manding. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF ARKANSAS, Little Ro~ck, Ark., September 21, 1864. Brig. Geii. C. C. ANPREWS, Derails Bin ff: It was my design to communicate with General Mower by the river, but as the water is so low I will defer it until some investigation can be made. You need not detain the boats. It was the understanding between me and General Carr that a colored regiment should be sent you. I will see that it is done. F. STEELE, Major- General. BROWNSVILLE, September 21, 18617 p. at. Capt. C. H. DYER, Assistant Adjutant- General: My scont south returned this evening; had a skirmish with the enemy in the vicinity of Clear Lake; killed a leading guerrilla by the iiaine of Eagle. The entire rebel force in that I)art of the country will not exceed 100. I send to-night 100 men in the direction of Arkansas Post for cattle. G. MO YEllS, Lieutenant- Colonel, Commanding Post. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF WEST TENNESSEE, Memphis, Teun., September 21, 1864. Maj. Gen. E. It. S. CANnY, Commanding Military Dirision of West Mississippi: GENERAL: I inclose copy of letter* from Colonel Winslow, com- manding the cavalry sent from here to Arkansas. So long as my cav- alry can be of more use in Arkansas than here I do not object to its remaining there, but knowing the fate of cavalry in that department, I have no faith in getting it back here in a condition to be worth any- thing should it long remain there. While it remains there it so crip- ples me that Forrest can go about where he pleases. lIe has this advantage over us, that he keeps his cavalry in such position that he can concentrate it in a day or two, while ours is 50 far apart that to concentrate is impossible. The cavalry at Yicksbnrg, about 2,500, is too weak to make extensive raids and never attempts them, but it is more numerous than is required simply for l)ickets aiid scouts. My cavalry has been greatly reduced lately by reason of the expiration * See p. 187 Page 286 V 286 LOUISIANA & fl TS ThANS-MISSISSIPPI. [0mw. LTD. of the time bf service of non~veterSns. By getting a pert of the Vicks- burg cavalry here and my cavalry now in Arkansas back I can9,~jan- lie a cavalry force here that can go anywhere, and yheu you ready to operate by land against Mobil~I shall be ladtosendalarge. cavalry force down upon the line of the Mobile and Ohio Railroad and from thence to Montgomery. General Forrest wes at Okolona on the 13th instant. I have a dispatch from him of that 4ate. I think that I have pretty reliable information in regard to his intended move- ments. I have no doubt that with about 5000 cavalry he is about moving or has already -moved upon ShermaxSs communications. He. will leave General Chalmers with his cavalry divi& ion abiut 2,500 ~ Raiiroad and the rich region of country about Columbus and Okolona.. Chalmers met were dismounted for a few days and sent to Mobile, but have since re- turned and are again mounted. if he (Forrest) moves in Middle Ten- nessee I ought to have force here to make a big raid at once to Colum- Sherman so quickly f nothing would brhg him away from. bus or even Montr:eLt.or Wheeler, with his cavalry, is near Flor- ence and I have no doubt they intend tojo~ all their cavalry together under Forrest and raid Middle Tennessee and Kentuck. A large cavalry force here is, in my judgunent% what is wanted. With 8$)00 tO 10,000 well-mounted cavalry here Forrest would not be allowed to leave his present haunts, or if he did he would uncover a region of country most valuable to the Southern Confederacy. Much of the Vicksburg cavalry is dismounted. if I could get it here I could mont It very soon. I ~ eral, ~ C. C. WASHBURN, Afqjor-GeuseraL SnouL ORDERS, Wa DEn., AmTT. GEnflr.s OlIncE, No. 313. 5 WaeMagtos, September 21,1864. 1. Me~j. Oliver D. Greene assistant adjutant-general, U. S. Army, is hereby relieved from duty in the Department of Missouri. He will at once repair to Nashville, Teun., and from thence report by letter to the Adjutant-General of the Army for orders. . By command of Phe Secretar3r of WM: H. D. TOWNSEND, Aesistut Mjt.tust-Ge~sereL CarE GxnAnDEAu, Mo., September 21,1864. Brigadier-General EwiNG: I have no communications with I3bcomfleld this morning. The oper- ator here thinks the line cut Bloomield. I will send out scouts in that direction immediately. I have ordered a concentration of my forces here. Line all right to Madrid, and all quiet there and at Charleston. H.KHHJIHR Page 287 CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 2~7 CAPE G1RARDEAU, Mo., September 21, 1864. Brigadier-General EWING: I have notified Colonel McLane, of the Fifty-sixth Enrolled Missouri Militia, to collect his regiment and rendezvous here immediately. Or- ganized two companies of citizens here to-day. Will have my forces all concentrated by morning. Have picket force out sixteen miles on Bloomfield road and will send scout to Bloomfield to-morrow if I do not get reliable intelligence of the whereabouts of the rebel force durin~~ the night. H. M. HuLLER, Lieutenant-Colonel. CAPE GJRARDEAU, September 21, 1864. Captain EDWARDS: Bloomfield was threatened by a force of about 1,000 yesterday, and the pickets were driven in from the shoals west of there in the evening. The line was cut during the night. Hold your men well in hand and have the gun-boat captain hold his boat at your place. General Ewing thinks the movement into the State will be made west of the Knob, and that the force at Bloomfield is only a blind. Keep on the alert. H. M. HuLLER, Colonel, Commanding. TIPTON, Mo., September 21, 1864. Maj. 0. D. GRBENE, Assistant Adjutant- General: Captain Hayes, Warsaw, reports at 10 p. m. 19th, a force, eighty in number, seven miles of Black Oak Point. Left immediately in the direction of Hermitage, aiming to cross the ilver between Osceola and Warsaw. I have made a disposition for them on my west. E. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General of Volunteers. TIPTON, September 21, 1864. Major-General ROSECRANS, Commanding Department of the Missouri: The report of 200 guerrillas crossing the Missonri below Boonville is false. Twelve of them crossed and were driven back by the citizen guardsall there is in the rumor. The body of eighty tebels that passed through Hickory County is probably part of the 110 reported by Briga- dier-General Sanborn being in Laclede on the 18th. I have telegraphed to Pleasant Hill and Warrensbnrg that they were moving to the west and to watch for them. I shall stay here to-day and take measures for the effectual protection of this part of the district. In most cases the citizen guards are active and efficient against thieving bands. E. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General Page 288 288 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. LEXIM~TON, September 21, 1864. Capt. J. TI. STEGER: I am convinced that at least 100 guerrillas crossed north near Sibley, and 100 near Dover on the 16th instant, leaving only a few scattered ones on this side. Can I take my available force now in this county and cross over, leaving Major Neil temporarily in command Second Sub-District, at this place ~ J. MoFERRAN, Colonel, Commanding. TIPTON, September 21, 1864. Captain STEGER: Send dispatch to Colonel McFerran that 130 guerrillas passed Black- water through the western part of Cooper County last night. E. B. BROWN Brigddier- Geieral. TIPTON, September 21, 1864. Captain STEGER: Advise Colonel Ford that these men are coming up. Direct the com- manding officer at Pleasant Hill to watch for them about Big Creek. Also advise Colonel MeFerran that they will be in La Fayette. E. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General. HEADQUARTERS, Warrensburg, September 21, 18642.45 p. ret. Col. JA-MES MUFERRAN, Lexington: Your troops are needed on this side. A band of about 100 guerrillas passed northwest through Hickory County on the night of the 19th instant. They will probably enter La Fayette. Look out for them. By command of Brigadier-General Brown: J. H. STEGEIR, Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF CENTRAL MISSOURI, Warrensbnrg, September 21 18 Col. JAMES MOFERRAN, 648.15 ix m. Lexington: One hundred and sixty guerrillas passed Dug Ford, Saline County, at 7 this a. in. moving west. They will probably move up Davis Creek. Be on the alert for them. By command of Brigadier.General Brown: J. H. STEGER, Assistant Adjntant- General Page 289 CHAP. LIII.) CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 289 WARRENSBURG, September 21, 1861. Capt. M. U. FOSTER, Iliolden: A band of eighty rebels passed through Hickory County, moving northwest on the night of 19th instant. They will probably cross the Osage between Osceola and Warsaw. Look out for them. By command: J. H. STEGER, Assistant Adjutant- General. (Same to commanding officer at Pleasant Hill.) WARRENSBURG, September 21, 18642.45 p. m. Col. J. H. FORD, Kansas City: A baud of 100 guerrillas passed through Hickory Couuty ou the night of the 19th instaut, moving rapidly northwest. They will probably cross the Osage between Warsaw and Osceola. Have the Big Creek country thoroughly watched and scouted. They will probably come that way. By command, & c.: J. H. STEGEIR, Assistant Adjutant- General. SPRINGFIELD, Mo., September 21, 1864. Maj. 0. D. GREENE, Assistant Adjutant- General: I have dispatches from Fayetteville of 18th and Fort Smith of 17th. General Thayer says General Price crossed the river with 8,000 monuted men, but says iiothing of infantry or artillery. All was right and quiet at Fort Smith. J. B. SANBORN, Brigadier- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS, Saint Louis, September 21, 1864. Brigadier-General FISK: The general authorizes you to make the change in disposition as be- tween Kutzner and Forbes which you suggest. 0. I). GIIEENE, Assistant Adjutant- General and Chief of Staff. MACON, September 21, 1861. Col. 0. D. GREENE, Assistant Adjutant- General and Chief of Staft~: The guerrillas are concentrating in considerable force in Chariton County under Thrailkill and Todd. They overpowered the militia at Keytesville last night and captured 40 of themu, and there is rumor, not 19 R RvoL XLI, PT II Page 290 290 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CEAP. LIII. con firmed, that the town was burned. The bushwhackers are crossing to this side of the river at many points between Kansas City and Port- land. C. B. FISK, Brigadier- General. Col. 0. . GREENE, IIIJNTSYILLE, September 21, 1864. Assistant Adjutant- General: Is it not practicable to give inc the twQ companies of tbe Ninth Cavalry Missonri State Militia at ~ I believe they can render far better service in this district than elsewhere. CLINTON B. FISK, Brigadier- General. Col. 0. D. GREENE, HuNTSvILLE, Mo., September 21, 1864. Assistant Adjutant-General and Chief of Staff: The indications now arc that guerrillas arc concentrating near IRoche- port and I am making dispositions accordingly. I have ordered Lieu- tenant-Colonel Matthews with his command from Sturg~oim to Hocheport to occupy avid scout that region. Thre.e companies of Colonel Forbes regiment will go to Sturgeon to-night and operate secretly on foot from that point. The balance of the regiment will move to Glasgow and Keytcsville as soon as organized. Colonel Kutzner will operate from Macon and Paris. I fear we have been treacherously dealt with in Chariton County in the surrender of Keytcsville. I shall go therc in person aimd investigate. Telegrams will reach inc from Glasgow to-morrow. I move again at midnight. CLINTON B. FISK, Brigadier- General. HEADQUARTERS, Saint Louis, September 21, 1864. Major-General CURTIS: All information goes to show that Price crossed the Arkansas with cavalry, and much to show lie had infantry and artillery. One of Gen- eral Steeles scouts, arrived at Springfield, estimates strength at 26,000, General Steele ought to destroy him with the 20,0~0 infantry lately added to his command. Cant you retain the Second Colorado till we see whether they move on Missouri and Kansas, which I think is their policy to (10 if they come north. I have no troops at present with which to replace them. W. S. IIOSECHANS, Major- General. LEAVENWORTH, September 21, 1864. Major-General CURTIS: Had you not better let your troops go south and leave the militia take care of the posts h THOS. CAItNEY Page 291 Cm& r. Lull CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 291 FORT LEAVENWORTH, September 21, 1864. Governor THOMAS CARNEY, Leavenuorth: I shall as far as possible use militia to guard posts and send forward the volunteers, but we have very few volunteers doing garrison duty, except lucre at Fort Leavenworth. S. li. CURTIS, Major- General. FORT LEAVENWORTH, September 21, 1864. Governor THOMAS CARNEY, Leavenworth: General Sykes, commanding District of Southern Kansas, telegraphs as follows: LAWRENCE, September 21, iSGI. Major CIIARLOT: information received from below reports some 3,000 rebels marching on Fort Scott. It is ifl(lispensal)le that the militia of the border counties be called out by the Gov- ernor, and for the longest point of time pos ible. The U. S. troops on the border must be sent south. I shall concentrate Jenuison s command at Fort Scott at once, and if the occasion demands re-enforce him from Moonlights sub-district. GEO. SYKES, Major- Genercd. I suppose General Sykes has only the intelligence that you see pub- lished. His views, however, as to the militia concur with mine. What he telegraphs concerning combinations of troops must not be made public. S. R. CURTIS, Major- General. LEAVENWORTH, September 21, 1864. Major-General CURTIS: I will garrison Fort Leavenworth with militia if you think best to send troops south. I think you had better do it. THOS. CARNEY, Governor. LEAVENWORTH, September 21, 1864. Major-General CURTIS: I have ordered out militia subject to command of Federal command- ers. THOS. CARNEY. FORT LEAVENWORTH, September 21, 1864. Major-General SYKES, Lawrence: Have ordered remaining two companies Colonel Drakes conumand to Paola to report to you. The Governor has called out militia. Sorry you moved off military telegraph line, especially at this juncture. I will do all I can to increase forces to meet apprehended danger. Recent dispatches show that most of the escort escaped. S. R. CURTIS, Major- General Page 292 292 LOUISIANA AND THE T1IANS-MISSISSIPPI. (Gun. LW. HADQUnTuuS DISTinCT 01? SOuTH KANsAS, General S. B~ Onns, iawre~soe~ September .91, 1864. OomssaesdMg Depae*sest, tie.: GunnL: I have received no later news from below than that I telegraphed you to-day. I think the capture of the Fort Smith tniin will embolden the rebels to attempt Fort Scott Colonel Jennison tele- graphs the reported surrender of Fort Gibson, ad the rebels, 2,000. strong, marching on Fort Scott I have ordered him to con0entrate his troops ad move at once to the protection ofFort Scott Colonel Moonliqht has also been instructed to afford assistance when needed.. If I strip the eastern border of all treops it will open the gate to the bushwhackers, who will take advantage of the demonstration against Fort Scott to come into Kansas. Governor Carney has ordered out the militia1 butlfearitwifltake solong to getitoutthat themischief if any, will be done before it can be of any service. I deals it to replace the outposts on the border and to assist in the defense of Olaths, Paola, Mound City, ad Fort Scott. Thxit which he ordered out in Shawnee ad Douglas Counties will not be needed uziless the enemy come this way, and I have so informed General Deitsler. I have just received your dispatch. I should not have left Paola had I not been in tele- graphic communication with all points ot my command. I very much regret thatl cannot goto Fort Scott I amverylame and cannot ride horseback. Colonel Jennison is the senior colonel in the district. I am, general, respectfiuliy, your obedient servant, GEO SYKES Mqjer-OemeraJ, & o~ TIPToN, September *1,1864. Major-General SinS, Lwesee: There Jare] movements of guerrillas from different dfrections that indicate a concentration of about 300 in western La Fayette County. They may intend a movement toward the bordei E. B. flOWN, Brlgadier-Gemerai. LAwRENCE, September 21,1864. CoL C. B. JENNISON, Commanding SubJ)ietriot Ye. 1, Mound City: Leave a few troops on your borders, under reliable non-commissioned officers, to gain and send information to you; use your convalescents and dismounted men to guard your depot. Concentrate the rest of yourforceatFortScottanddefendit. A requestwillbemadetocall out the militiab If granted, you must station them on the border, and ration them. Use some of them also to assist in guarding yon~ sup- plies at Mound City and wherever else they are most needed. Send me at once any true informattion you may get GEO. SYKES, M~ijer-Ge,ser4 CemssaisdSsg Page 293 GNAW. Uft) conEsPONDENoR, ETC.IINION. 298 FORT SCOTT, September *1, 1864. Capt. G. S. HAXPToN, AesAetet A4jvtaut-Geserni: All the reports in regard to the capture of trains are true beyond a doubt Not more than 100 effective men at this post, and even that number deficient in drill and discipline. I have ordered a concentra- tionofthetrocpsnn6ermycommand atthis point Ishallholdthis placeatallhasards,andlshallbe prepared to do sowithinthenest two days. The number of rebels reported is evidently but a portion of the command, as it is composed of two regiments of infantry and one of cavahty, and a battery of four guns, with a large train camped close by and iii open view. C. IL JENNIBON, Colonel; Oommaesd4ng Hint Sb-Diatrkt LAwman, September 21,1864. CoL THoxAs MooNLIGHT, Commanding, Paola: Communloate with Colonel Jennison from time to time. If he is sat- isfied that Fort Scott is to be,attacked you must move tohis assistance without further orders from me. In that event leave troops enough on the border to give you information. Let your convalescent an dis- mounted men, with the help of the citisens take care of your depots. If the militia is called out, send it where it is most needed looking after Paola and Olatlie. Leave direction for all information ihat may be gained, to be sent to me both from Olathe and Paolab Governor (Jarney has been requested to call out t!te militia, and Colonel Jennison has been directed to concentrate on Fort Scott GEO. SYKES, Jf#or-General, U. & Volunteers, Commantlimg. HEADQUnTnS DISnICT oi~ SOuTH KANSAS, Vol. T. MOONLIGHT, , Km., September 21,1864. Commanding Sub-District No.2, hole, Km.: CoLonL: Two companies of Kansas infantry are en route to Paola. Keep them at that post They will serye to relieve your cavalry ifitis required below or elsewhere. Governor (Jarney has ordered ou4 the militia. Dispose of those in your district so as to protect the border and guard your depots. Some buahwhackers are reported in western La Fayette County, Mo., said to be 300 strong. Of course when you place the militia on the border you will keep mounted men enough there to gain and bring you information. Baton the miitiawhen they are in actual service. I am, sir, respectftilly, your obedient serva(~,0 ~ Atijor-Ge,wral, Commanding. FORT SCOTT, KANs., September 21,1864. Vol. T. MOONLIGHT, Peola: The enemy is camped on the pound on which the train was cap- tured. Their cavalry are scouring the country in search ot those o Page 294 294 LOUISIANA AND THE TBANS-MISSISSIPPT [Ow. L~ our men who escaped. I have sent ambulances under a sufficient escort to bring up the wounded, and have scouts out in all directions. Will notify you when I receive any reliable information. Colonel FVt..th Kane.. VoL 0ev., C. B. JEIWNISON, Com4 First Sub-DIstrict HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OP KANSAS, Fort Leawnworth, Sqtesbw *1, 1864. P. P. Ewn, Esq., Ohio City, Kent: Yours of the 30th ultimr is laid before me on: my rctum from the plains, where I have been looking after the hostile Indians. I hope arrangements may be made to gather to therallthefriendlytribes and umte themurn general raid on the tribes that are doing so much mischiet It requires the shrewdness and fleetness of Indians to fight those Indians. Colonel Coffin is trying to arrange a general concilat the Sac and Fox Nation to which, no doubt, the Osage chief will be invited. Just at presenL my attention is especially cailed to rebel ap- proaches north of the Kansas River and south of Kansas ad Missouri. This may defer or prevent the proposed council at the Sac and Fox A~~ing you for your tender of favor, and assuring yog that I will lad to avail myself of it on the terms you suggest, Iremnain, very our obedient servant, S. B. CURTIS, Major4eneraL HEADQUARTERS DWARTMENT OP KANSAS, Fort Leavenworth, September 21,1864. Messrs. 3.!). BRUMEAuG; 3. WnaaoH, and H. HALLENGnuuGH, Committee, Aiarynille, Kane.: Gnnaxn: I am in receipt of your communication, presented as the representatives of a public meeting, urging the establishment of certain ~oste top~ the settlements and maintain our lines of com- mumcation. Ihbvemade apersonal reconnaissance extending entirely round the settlements and through the Indian country, and I am glad topercelve the numbers of the Indians that have done so much mischief are comparatively small, and may be resisted by our settlements with- out very great expense when the Government may not be able to for. nish suitable garrisons to fortify our extensive frontier. The Iiidlans are the mounted prairie tribes that almost universally use the bow and arrow, and expect to carry their ends by a dashing charge and Imme- diate retreat Any sort of an inclosure is a defense against such assaults, in many places a sod fence or a sod house, with gate or door well supported, has deterred the wildest savages from any at- tempt to carry the position. I name this by way of suggestion. In the people have erected complete fortifications of 11 sod, to which they can resort at given notice. Ihave fully appreciated the Republican Bend as a most excellent point for a mlii- Se Part II,p. 964 Page 295 295 CHAP. LIII.I CORRESPONDENCE, ETC .IJNION. tary post, l)llt at present I am unable to afford the requisite force to make such a plan really useful. Besides, the danger along the line of travel has, as you perceive, driven away the station men, who seem disinclined to return to their posts without troops in the immediate vicinity. The Government is anxious to keep the overland mails going, and I have to consider this great national necessity in connection with that of protecting the settlers. If, therefore, I can get troops enough I design to have stations along the main traveled road near enough together to keep up some protection to the country and leave a safe transit to trains and stages. At the same time I cordially concur in the views of the meeting, ably presented by yourselves, as to the pro- priety of having a pose on the Republican near the Big Bend, and I shall seek an early opportunity to carry out that design. Anxious to do all in my power to protect your people from the future assaults of savages, who have so cruelly and disastrously devastated your vicinity, I am, gentlemen, very respectfully, your obedient servant, S. iR. CURTIS, ]Jfajor- Ueneral. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF NEW MEXICO, Santa E6, N. Miex., September 21, 18G4. Hon. J. P. USHER, Secretary of the Interior, Washington, D. (1.: SIR: I beg respectfully to request that you will direct the surveyor- general of this Territory to survey and define by metes and bounds the reservation which has been set apart by law for the Navajo and Apache Indians at the Bosque Redondo, on the Pecos River. This should be dbne at once, as it is of great importance to both the Indians and others that the exact lines should be known at once. If the law allows the honorable Secretary any latitude with reference to the size of the reser- vation, measuring from north to south, I would suggest that it include the Bosque Grande, and have the Rio Bonito or Hondo as its southern boundary. These are what might be considered as natural limits. I am, sir, respectfully, your obedient servant, JAMES H. CARLETON, Brigadier- General, Commanding. FERNANDEZ DE TAOS, N. MEX., September 21, 1861. General JAMEs H. CARLETON, Comdg. Departmemt of New Mexico, Scnta F~, N. Mex.: GENERAL: I have th& honor to acknowledge the receipt of your com- munication of the 18th instant. To-morrow morning I will leave for the ~imarron and see immediately what arrangements I can make with the indians at that place. I saw Kaneatchi at this place and learned from him that he feels disposed to go along with the whites on a campaign against the Indians of the plains. As soon as I can ascertain the iium- l)er of Indians that will go with me I will report to you immediately. I cannot say what length of time the Utes would like to remaimi out on a campaign, but will ascertain the time when I see them. I will require sufficient transportation to take the provisions and ammunition to the lower crossing of the Cimarron, or to the crossing of the Arkansas, where it will be necessary for me to establish a depot. I also wish an order for arms, ammunition, and provisions; also trauspoitation sufficient t Page 296 296 LOUISIANA AN!) THE TEANS-msslssxpn [CEO. Lm. carry all the necessary articles for the campaign, and which transpor- tation I will return as soon as I find practicabla I am filly aware that there are plenty of Indians in the neighborhood of Crooked Creek or Beaver Creek, south of the Cimarron. I would also wish to have the authority to get the three companies of cavalry top with me, as my object will be to hunt and destroy their villages. The Arapahoes and Cheyennes have gone north of the North Platte with their villages, in company with the Sioux. The (lomanches, Kiowas, and Apaches are south of the Arkansas and I will proceed at once to destroy their villages. Ksneatehi says lie will want blankets and shirts, also arms and ammunition for his men, as many of them are nearly destitute of everything and will require such articles before he can go on the campaign. Please inform me immediately how and where I can pro- cure such articles as the Indians may really need. It is also really necessary for me to have cavalry, and in case I should flndthey were not wanted I would immediately have them returned to their several stations, as it would be entirely useless for me to go with only the Indians. I think very favorably of your. plan of compromising the Utes and Apaches with the Indians of the plains, and feel confident that the plan will meet with success. You, as myselt are hilly aware that it will require a strong force to attack their villages and be suc- cessflil, and therefore I hope you will provide me with a necessary force, so that I can give the Indians of the plains a sond drubbing. Please send by this express in return all the necessary instructions, orders, & c. If you wish it there are about 300 Navajocs SPort Sum- ner who would like to accompan me on a cam gn, as I talked to them on the subject before lea and I feel confident there would be no trouble with. them and the Utes. I spoke to the Utes concerning a treaty with the Navajoes at Fort Sumner and they have no objection to such a treaty. Expecting to hear from you by return express, I am, gernfral, very respectfully, your obedient servant, Colonel First Usualhy New C. CABSOIi Meat.. Yolemt.era. WAsmRrGTolr, D. C., September 21, 18648.10 p. a. Major-General Pore, Milwaukee: The Thirtieth Wisconsin and Eighth Minnesota Regiments should go to General Sherman, at Atlanta. H. W. HALLECK1 Mojor-Oe,.eral and (Jkkf of 54f Wa DWANTxT, Wa4ington, September *9, 1864i .46 p. a. Lieutenant-General GxnrT2 Citg .Pont, Ye.: Inspectors have been sent to Arkansas, and partial reports received. If you can spare another competent officer I would advise his-being sent also. There seems to have been great rascalities committed under General Blunt on the Arkansas and in the India country. H. W. HALLECK, Mjor-Gesseral ad CMqf of Skj Page 297 Cm. UILJ OonSSPoNDrnIOE, ETC.IJNI0N. ~97 Nuw Ourznrs, LA., September *9, 1864. Major-General Haiaox, Chief of Staff: to Port Royal. His health Is so much contemplated eking to be relieved; but, on being ad- vised of contemplated operations, and that Sherman might possibly come In at some point on the Gulf; at once relinquished tbe. idea and determined to remain. He feels himself that he is not at prbsent phys- ically equal to the task of organizing any new operations of magnitude, and thatwhilehecan be of servicehere,bewouidbreakdoninthe new assignment. This is my on belief; and, although I have a strong personal wish that he should remain, I believe that I am not selfish in asking that the case may be considered under this view of it will you please submit it to the proper authorities? ED. B. S. CANBY, -. Afqjor-Geuser4 Snoui ORDEES, ~ HDQRS. ME. Div. or WEST MISSISSIPPI, No. 130. 5 Hew Orleans, La., September *9, 1864. & Lient. Ool.Wiliiam S. Abert, assistant Inspector-general, is hereby relieved from duty in the Department of the Gulf; and will proeeed without delayto Washington City and report for orders to the A4jutant- General of the Any. q 5. leave of absence for twenty days, with permission to apply to the Adjutant-General of the Army for an extension, is hereby granted to Maj. Gen. N. P. Banks, U. S. Volunteers 0. Maj.Gen.S. A. H~lbu U. S. Volunteers,isassignedtothe coin- mad of the Department of the Gulf during the absence of Major-Gen- eral Banks. By order of Maj. Gen. E. B. S. Canby: B. P. MOBEY, Captain and Assltant 14jutant-GeneraL Gunsa ORDERS, } HDQRS. DEPaTnIT OP TEE GULP, No. 138. Yew Orleans, September *9,1864. SEED CANE. I. Owners, lessees, and managers of plantations in this department are hereby ordered to reserve upon their several estates, as seed cane, one-fourth of the sugar-cane, the product of this year. In the event of a transfer of plantations, this reservation will be accounted for to its owner according to its market value at the time of transfer. WAGES or Laos. H. All persons are notified that the product ofthe plantations within the Department of the Gulf will be held, wherever This found, sub3ect to the lien for wages on the part of the laborers who have been en- gaged in the cultivation of the crop, in accordance with the provisions of general orders heretofore published Page 298 [CHAP. Liii. 298 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. Purchaser~ are notified that no transfer of products will be regarded as a transfer of title, except it be based upoii the full satisfaction of the just claims of laborers for wages, paid ill the currency of the United States. Provost-marshals are hereby directed to notify owners, lessees, and managers that property will not be moved to market except in com- pliance with the above conditions. The provost-marshal-general and the superintendent bureau of free labor are directed, in concurrence, to provide for the full execution of this and previous orders relating to this subject. By command of Major.~eneral Banks: GEORGE B. DRAKE, Assistant Adjutant- General. THIBODEAUX, September .22, 1864. (Received 6 p. in.) Maj. G. B. DRAKE, Assistant Adjutant- General: A party of guerrillas of some thirty were reported by our patrol be- tween Labadieville and Napoleonville. Two companies from Napoleon- ville have gone out to see. R. A. CAMERON, Brigadier- General of Volunteers, Commanding District. THIBOPEAUX, September 22, 1864. (Received 7.30 p. in.) Maj. G. B. DRAKE, Assistant Adjutant- General: There were no guerrillas between Napoleonville and Labadieville to- (lay. Major Clybourn has arrested and lodged in jail the patrol who made the false report. R. A. CAMERON, Brigadier- General of Volunteers, Commanding District. HEADQUARTERS DEFENSES OF NEW ORLEANS, New Orleans, September 22, 1864. Brig. Gen. R. A. CAMERON, Thibodeaux: The general directs that you prepare for a general and thorough reconnaissance of the country around Lake Natchez to be co-operated with by gun-boats.. ftform these headquarters what troops you will send on this side and at what time you can certainly have them at the head of Lake Natchez. The general will arrange with the navy after your telegram is received. FRI~DERJC SPEED, Assistant Adjutant- General Page 299 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 299 HEADQUARTERS U. S. FORCES, Col. ~. T. SPICELY, ]Jlorganza, La., & ptember 22, 1864. Commanding Detachment, Morgans Ferry: The general commanding dirccts me to say that as the object of the expedition to the Atchafalaya has been fully accomplished, you are at liberty to return with your command to camp as soon as you please. Either wait until your rations run out or come in the morning, as you prefer. No news. Yours, truly, B. WILSON, Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS U. S. FORCES, Brazos AS1antia go, Tex., & ~ptember 22, 1864. Maj. GEORGE B. DRAKE, Assistant Adjutant- General, Department of the Gulf: MAJOR: I have the honor to submit the following report of affairs at this post, which includes the time from the date of my last report (Sep- teinber 14) to the present time: On the 15th day of September, Colonel Ford, commanding rebel forces at Fort Brown, sent a flag of truce for the purpose of inquiring of me whether the Mexicans whom he had captured (as I informed you in my last report) were in the service of the United States. I informed hini that they had surrendered themselves as refugees to the United States and were allowed to temporarily resume their arms for their own protection. It becomes my painful duty to report to you a great offense committed by Lient. Col. H. S. Smith, Ninety-first Illimiois, commanding at Boca Chica Pass, in reference to this flag of truce. He finding that bearers of such a flag (a lieutenant and, private) were at the outer or advance guard line, did not inform me of the fact, but, contrary to regulations and to existing orders from War Department and depart- ment headquarters, sent Capt. Robert Dennis, Ninety-first Illinois to them with orders to bring them into his camp amid not to blindfold them. When they Imad arrived at the headquarters of Lieutenant- Colonel Smith he ordered Captain Dennis to bring them to nfy head- quarters, which are situate(l at the ~morthi end of the island, distant about five miles froni the Boca Chica, without blindfolding them. By these means they were enabled to see the exact number and position of our guns and to form a fair estimate of the number of our troops. I immediately placed Lientenamit-Colonel Smith under arrest and will pre- fer charges agaimist him. Th~ French hma\~e refused to allow messengers to go to Matanmoras fromn timis place by the way of Bagdad. The reason which they assiga for this is that Mr. Pierce, U. S. consul at Matamoras, aided in the escape from Bagdad of ami individual whoni thmey had placed mini charge of the police. How munch foundation this complaint has I am unable to determine as I have had mio opportunity to communicate with Mr. Pierce for several days. Nothing has beemi seen or heard from the rebels since the day on which the flag of truce was received. Owiming to the amount of fresh vegetables which have been lately received through the agency of time Sanitary Coummission and fromn other sources, time lincaith of my command is improving. I amn, very respectfiuhly, your most obedient servant, II. M. DAY, Colonel, Commanding U. 8. Forces, Brazos 8antia~qo, Tex Page 300 800 LoUISIANA AND tEE flAsS-mSSISSIPPL [Own. LUL HDQRs. SECoND Divisiox, SEVENTH Ann CORPS, De~x.We BIuL September *2, 1864. bapt C. H Din Aa.ietat 4jtetast-Gener4 Little Rook: I learn nothing new in regard to the enemy. Shelby used vigor- ous measures to get all the gaerrillas to join him. Some, however, atm lurk in the country above. Very respectihlly, ~. ~. ANDBEWS, Brigadier-Geser4 OommusdMg. HEADQUARTERS DISTEIOT OP TEE FRONTIER, .Z~brt SUA, Ark., September 22,1864. Ma~jor-General HizaCK, (Jkkf of St.J, Waekiagtos, D. (1.: Sn: As I am cut off from communication with M%jor-General Steele at Little Bock I address this communication direct to you. I have just learned tLat a train of 200 wagons sent from this place to Fort Scott for subsistence was captured on the 19th instant while on ha way back at Cabin Creek, fifty miles north of Fort Gibson. I had sent up from here three regiments of infantry and one section of artillery t6 re-enforce the escort for the train, but, they failed to reach it in tinte. The enemy in my front numbers 8 000 ir 10,000, from 5,000 to 6,000 well mounted while I havenot 200 edective mounted men, consequently it is very difficult to keep open my line of communication. I cannot semi a sufficient force to render sup ly trains safe without endangering the safety of this place and Fort Gibson. I have subsistence enoujh forthe rcsent~ but unless prompt means are taken to forward supplies. I may Ce greay embarrassed before they arrive. I would respectiblly sug- gest that a sufiicienfforce be concentrated at Fort Scott to escort the trainsthrough. Ican send ~forceup toCabinCreek to meet trains if not threatened here at the time by the enemy In force. I anticipate, however, an attackboth upon this place and Gibson soon. Scarcely any forage is raised in this country this season. We have a abn- dance of ammunition. This place is well fortified and I shall hold it at all hazards. I have reason to believe that nearly all the rebel force in Tens will be concentrated on thip place and Fort Gibson. If so, I will need more troops to defend is ~ . JNO. M. THAYEB, Brigadier-General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DISTRiCT or in FRONTIER, Fort Smith, Ark., September 22,1864. CoL J. II. WILLIAMS (Jomman$ing Aeeond Brigade: COLoNEL: I have dfrected Colonel Adams, with the Twelfth Kansas Infantry, to move at once to this place. You are directed to remain with the First, Eleventh, and Fifty-fourth Colored Rwiments and the section of First Arkansas Battery, at Fort Gibson, unaer the orders pf Colonel Wattles. Respectfully Page 301 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 301 HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF THE FRONTIER, Port Smith Ark Col. S. H. WATTLES, September 22, 1864. Commanding Indian Brigade: COLONEL: Inclosed please find copy of comurnuication forwarded this day by same messenger to Col. C. W. Adams. Send every wagon that you can spare with Colonel Adams to this place, loaded with corn. Forward the accompanying dispatches to Fort Scott for Col. C. W. Blair and Major-General Halleck ~ have the messenger go through as rapidly as possible. Complete your fortifications as rapidly as possible; strengthen your position. If you should be attacked by the enemy in force communicate the fact by express to Colonel Blair at Fort Scott. Keep me posted as often as anything of interest occurs. Respectfully, JOHN M. THAYER, Brigadier- General, Commanding. Llnclosure.] HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF THE FRONTIER, Port Smith Ark Col. C. W. ADAMS, , ., September 22, 1864. Commanding at Fort Gibson SlR: Upon the receipt of this you will turn over the command to Col. S. H. Wattles and immediately move with the Twelfth Kansas Imifantry to this I)ia.ce. All the teams now at Fort Gibson that can be possibly spared will be loaded with corn (that invoiced to Captain Dur- bin) and brought to this place, escorted by your regiment. The First and Fifty-fourth Colored Itegiuments, also the Eleventh Colored and the section of the First Arkaiisas Battery, all under the command of Colonel Williams, will remaiu at Fort Gibson. Bring with you three hay cutters and rakes; make forced marches and reach here at the earliest possible moment. Any corn that can be used for the subsist- ence of the trooT)s must be saved for that purpose. Respectfully, JOhN M. THAYER, Brigadier- General, Commanding. CABIN CREEK, September 22, 1864. Colonel WATTLES: SIR: I find that the forces have all left Keoshmo Crossing, and, with the scattered forces from the train fight, have all gomme to Fort Scott, amid I find so much Government supplies and harness of the train that I had the comumnand busy all day yesterday collecting an(l storing, and have not yet got through, but will finish to-day. Tlme doctor has taken the aria off one man, amid there are other legs to take ofL The enemy has stoleim his instruments. They are white muen, and wish to go to Fort Scott. I could take theum if you so ordered. I have had fifteeu dead men buried and I am still findimmg muore. I have gathered 100 sacks of flour in good order. I am anxious for orders to go to Fort Scott to gather the scattered comumaud and to bring down the ox train. V~ry respectfully, your obedient servant, JOHN A. POTh~MAN Ma Third Indian Home ,or Guard. See p. 300 Page 302 302 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LItI. MOUTH OF WHITE RIVER, September 22, 1~G4. Major-General WASHBURN: GENERAL: The Seventh Missouri Volunteers has been consolidated into three companies. One company is at this place; the other two companies are, 1 am informed, at Memphis. You will oblige me by ordering them to join the Second Division, Nineteenth Army Corps, at mouth of White River. If these two companies are not at Memphis 1 will be much obliged to you for any information in your possession with reference to them. Have just returned from Little Rock. All quiet in that vicinity. General Mower had moved toward Jacksonport; had not been heard from yesterday at Devalls Bluff. Please address to New Orleans, La. Very respectfully, ~. ~. REYNOLDS, ]Jliajor- General. SAINT LOUIS, Mo., September 22, 1864. Admiral PORTER, Cairo: It is probable we shall have a formidable invasion of Missouri, and as Girardean is exposed, and as we have not force to garrison it very strongly, would ask you, if possible, to send up one or two light-draught gun-boats to cruise in its vicinity till events show they are hot needed. W. S. ROSECRAKS, Major- General. MOUND CITY, September 22, 18G41O.30 p. m. Major-General ROSECRANS: A light draught gun.boat leaves here to-morrow for Girardean to cruise in that vicinity. Please keep me posted in regardto rebel move- m~ents. A. M. PENINOCK, Captain, Commanding Station. FORT LEAVENWORTH, September 22, 1864. General ROsECRANS: If you start Colonel Ford I will send him south, as I am sending all my available fractions forward to be ready for giving Pxice the best show I can. Governor Carney has called out the militia. We must not only defend our departments, but to try to aid in opening the way to comrades now on the Arkansas River. S. R. CURTIS, Major- General. SAINT LOUIS, Mo., September 22, 1864. Maj. Gen. ALFRED PLEASONTON, Fifth Avenue Hotel, New York: Come back as soon as possible. There will be a heavy invasion. You will command the cavalry. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General Page 303 CHAP. MIL] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 303 HEADQUARTERS THIRD SUE-DISTRICT OF SAINT LOUIS, Pilot Knob, lVfo., September 22, 1864. COMMANDING- OFFICER FORTY-SEVENTH MISSOURI INFANTRY: The major commanding directs me to instruct you to order the differ- ent companies of your regiment stationed at this post to concentrate at Fort Davidson, and to remain in and about the fort until further or(lers, prepared for action at a moments warning. They will leave a small guard at their company quarters to prevent the stealing of any property. Captain Dingers company is not excepted, and will also be ordered in. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, G. D. 0. KELLMAX, Acting Assistant Adjutant- General. CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., September 22, 1864. Brigadier-General EWING: Captain Sells is just in with his forces. He evacuated Bloomfield and fell back on the Sikeston road. His rear was attacked at the Cas- tor about daylight. The rebels finally crossed the river and attacked them in force. Sells fell back over the Whitewater and repulsed them. He then moved toward Sikeston, and was again attacked. He formed in line and repulsed theni again. From what I can learn there was at least 200 men moving against Blooinfield. H. M. HuLLER, Lieutenant- Colonel. HEADQUARTERS SAINT LOUIS DISTRICT, Saint Louis, ilIo. September 22, 1864. Lieutenant-Colonel IJILLER, Cape Girardean: What further news have you ? I do not understand that part of your dispatch of last night* which speaks of artillery firing at Bloom- field while the tight at the Castor was going on. What was there at that time at Bloomfield for the rebels to attack ~ THOMAS EWING, JR., Brigadier- General. CAPE GIIIARDEAU, Mo., September 22, 1864. Brigadier-General EWING-: Captain Sells understands the firing of artillery at Bloomfield to be a s~nal for the rebels to hill back there, as they did not attack him again. H. M. HuLLER, Lieutenant- Colonel. CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., September 22, 1864. Brigadier-General EWING-: The lieutenant who was at Chalk Bluff about the time the rebels were crossing has just reported to me, and says, from the best informa- See Part I, p. 453 Page 304 [CHAP. LIII. ~O4 LOUISIANA AND THE ThAI4S-MISSISSLPPI. tion he could get, there were some 7,000 men moving up from Jackson- port and Powliatari. He thinks there was at least 1,500 men in the niovement against Bloomfield, and that the movement was made as he had been informed it would. The common talk was that they iiitended to move in force against this place. Communication with New Madrid just cut off. II. M. HILLEIR, Lieutenant- Colonel. CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., September 22, 18G4. Brigadier-General EWING: I have just made the rounds of all the forts with Colonel Fletcher, and have everything in readiness. If you could have a tin clad gun- boat sent up from Cairo it would aid me materially in the defense of the town. II. M. HLLLEIR, Lieutenant- Colonel. HEADQUARTERS SAINT LOUIS DISTRICT, Saint Louis, Julio., September 22, 1864. Lieutenant-Colonel IIILLER, Cape Girctrdean: I think you had better send over and arrange at farm-houses for relays of horses to Jonesborough to provide for the contingency of our having to use that route for telegrams. General iRosecrans does iiot wish Cape Girardean re-enforced from here now, lest the present move- ments of the rebels be mere demonstrations against it, while their real objective point be farther west. As soon as advised that there is i-eally to be aii attack in strong force against the Cape, he will re-enforce it. You will therefore arrange every possible precaution to keep advised of the true intent of the enemy, and to hold the Cape agaiust whatever force may attack it until you can be re-enforced from here. If necessary call on Cairo for help. I applicd for two gun-boats early this morning, and think they will certainly be sent to you if they are at Cairo. Keep out strong scouting parties and reoccupy Bloomfield as soon as you safely can. THOMAS EWING, JR., Brigadier- General. HEADQUARTERS SAINT Louis DIsTRICT, Saint Louis, Mo., September 22, 1864. Lieutenant-Colonel fILLER, Cape (Jirardeau You will advise me whether, in your opinion, an attack in force is intended on how strong a force can you Cape Girardean. Aoain st hold the place with the troops~ militia, and citizens now at your corn- mand ~ What will be the aggregate force you will have when the militia are in and your outposts~ Have you called in the companies at Corn merce, Charleston, Dallas, Sainte Genevieve, Apple Creek, & e. ~ II do not order them called in now, but leave the time to your discretion. Have you any apprehensions for the command at New Madridl Th Page 305 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 305 gun-boat Huntress is still there, is it not ~ The other gun-boat, I under- stand, is below about Osceola. If the line goes down betwixt us, use every effort to get it up again and communicate with me fully and promptly via Jonesborough. THOMAS EWING, JR., Brigadier- General. CAPE GIRARDEAU, September 22, 1864. Brigadier-General EWING: From the information I get from Captain Sells and from the men from about Bloomlield, I think that there is a strong probability of an attack here. The same men who gave the information of the rebels intention to attack Bloomfield said they intended to attack Cape Girardean. I have about 550 men for duty here, nQt including citizens. I sent mes- senger to Colonel MeLane yesterday, but he has iiot yet reported. I expect him in to-night, and will probably have 900 men here by even- ing. A large proportion of my men are new iceruits and citizens, and the fortifications are so extensive that I cannot well man them all with this force. I can hold the principal forts with the force I have against 3,000 men. With 800 or 1,000 more good men I could hold the place against a large force. The troops at Sainte Genevieve are not under my control. If the line gets down I will send. messengers by Jones- borongh and communicate with you there. The line is down between here and Madrid. The gun-boat 58 is at Madrid. Captain Edwards is fully advised of the movements, and has his force leady for (luty. H. M. HTJiIER, Lieutenant- Colonel. CAPE GIRARDEAU, September 22, 1864. Brigadier-General EWING: I have had strong patrols on all roads to-day, amid can learn nothing yet of the approach of the rebels nearer than where they had .the fight with Captain Sells. I have sent out scouts to Bloomfield, and ought to hear something from them by moining. Will start a stiong force in that direction if I hear nothing during the night. H. M. HJLLEIR, Lieutenant- Colonel, Commanding. IROLLA Mo 1864. ., September 22, Major-General ItOSECRANS Commanding Department of the Missouri: Prisoners brought in by Captain Charveaux report Shelbys com- mand near Thomasville, and that Price is expected to maich to Poca- hontas. I will send you their statement by ~ mail. My scouts were met this side of Thomasville on Sundajr, and I expect them back this week, if they get through. You mnight send scouts via Chalk Bluff and Poplar Bluff, and find a shorter and safer line of communi- cation. Charveauxs affair was a brilliant and dashing cavalry charge. It i-efiects honor on him and his men. I believe if I could have given him a hundred men he would have bagged Coleman and his entire com- 20 R nVOL XLI~ PT II Page 306 306 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. mand. I must have cavalry before I can do anything effective. Can you Sen(l the Seventh Kansas right up ~ I hear nothing of the Seven- teenth Illinois. Houston should be occupied by a light force imme diately. We can then scout to the Arkansas line. JOHN McNEIL, Brigadier- General, Commanding. [Indorsement.] To Colonel Du Bois, chief of cavalry, with instructions to make every effort to get the Seventh Kansas oft to Rolla as soon as practi- cable. By command of Major-General Rosecrans: 0. D. GREENE, Assistant A0utant- General and Chief of Staff. JEFFERSON CITY, MO., September 22, 1864. Maj. 0. D. GREENE, Assistant Adjutant- General: Gue battalion of Seventeenth Illinois Cavalry reaches Rolla to-morrow nioht the other two days later. W. C. LE FEVER, Captain, Commanding. SPECIAL ORI5ERS, HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF ROLLA, No. 145. Rolla, Mo., September 22, 1864. * * * * * * * 6. Lient. L. Storz, Fifth Regiment Cavalry Missouri State Militia will proceed, with twenty-five men and five days light rations in haversacks, to the country between Mill Creek and Spring Creek, in search of guerrilla bands and disloyal persons. The former will be pursued and exterminated ,,taking no prisoners in arms, except such as voluntary surrender previous to conflict. The latter when found guilty of harboring and feeding guerrillas will be warned out of the State and their houses burned, their fences and crops destroyed. The inhabitants of the country will be warned that aidnig and assisting the enemies of this Goveruntent, whether in regular force or when acting as guerrillas, will call down certain destruction on them, and that the commandant of this district gives theni a friendly warning, which he hopes they will heed, and save him from the disagreeable duty that will devolve on hini when they are detected in such practices. Lieutenant Storz will call on the officer in command at Little Pina for a guide and such advice and assistance as he may need in the execution of these orders. I-Ic will make the power of the Government felt and respected in the counties he moves through by the good order and discipline of his men and respect for the property of the loyal; next by the destruction of every house and farm where the occupants have violated the repeated orders of this department ngainst feeding and harboring or giving aid and in4ormation to bushwhackers. * * * * * By order of Brig. Gen. John McNeil: C. G. LAURANT, Captain and Assistant Adjutant- General Page 307 CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 307 JEFFERSON CITY, September 22, 1864. Maj. 0. ID. GREENE, Assistant Adjutant- General: A party of sixty rebels passed four miles west of Calhoun at 6 oclock last evening. Citizen guards in close 1)nrsuit. This is probably part of the Laclede County party. B. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General. JEFFERSON CITY, September 22, 1864. Major-General ROSECRANS: t respectfully report that my information relative to the number of guerrillas that crossed the river below Boonville was incorrect. About 130 guerrillas were driveu west by our troops and crossed the La Mine at Dug Ford at 7 oclock yesterday morning rapidly. I have no doubt that these are the men who are reported as crossing from the north side. I have sent information of the movements to the commanders west. B. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General. WARRENSBURG, September 22, 1864. Major-General iROsEcRANS, Saint Louis: I respectfully report that the baud of rebels reported west of Cal- houn was pursued by Captaimi Allens citizen guards until night, when they were relieved by Captain Box, who followed them across the Black- water and was in close pursuit at noon. The party has dropped men all along the route of their march, and wherever heard from have reported that they were the advanc~ of a more general movement in force. My opinion is that this body will be distributed over the country for the purpose of gaining informna~tion, and insure a concert of action between the bands now in the State and a large raidimig force to move in a short time from the south. I respectfnlly recommend a con- centration of the troops in my command and in Kansas, amid that the line of the Pacific Railroad be guarded by an increased force at this place, Sedalia, and Jefferson City. The stores could be moved to the cast, except 2,000 tons of hay collected at this post, which would be a misfortnne to lose. B. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General. TIPTON, September 22, 1864. Capt. J. H. STEGER: A party of sixty guerrillas passed four miles west of Calhoun at 5 oclock last evening, going toward Warrensbnrg. Look out for them. B. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General Page 308 308 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIIL WARRENSBURO-, September 22, 1864. Col. J. H. FORD, Kansas City: Sixty rebels passed four miles southwest of Calhoun last night, mnov= ing north, citizen guards in l)ursnit. Watch the Big Creek country. By command of Brigadier-General Brown: J. H. STEGEIR, Assisiant Adjutant- General. (Samiie to commanding officer Pleasant Hill.) PLEASANT hILL, ASeptember 22, 1864. Capt. J. H. STEGER: Have sent eighty men east and south of Lone Jack. They will scout the country from that point unless they find trail going north. E. W. KINGSBURY, Captain, Second Colorado Cavalry. HEADQUARTERS l)ISTRICT OF CENTRAL MISSOURI, Warrensbnrg, September 22, 1864. Col. JAMES MOFERRAN, Lexington: Sixty rebels passed the head of Briar Creek going north about day- light this morning, Captain Box in close pursuit. When last heard of at 12 m. to-day they were going toward Columbus. By command of Brigadier-General Brown: J. H. STEGEIR, Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS T)ISTRICT OF CENTRAL MISSOURI, Warrensburg, September 22, 18649.10 a. in. Capt. M. 17. FOSTER, Jiolden: Sixty rel)e15 paSse(l four miles southwest of Calhoun last night mov- Big north, citizen guards in pursuit. I have sent a messenger to the detachment at Hobsons directing them to move to Holden. You will move at 011CC with your available force via Rose Hill to Big Creek and waylay them. A force will move from here to Holden. Move quickly. By coniinand of Brigadier-General Brown: J. 11. STEGER, Assistant Adjutant- General. WARRENSBURG, September 22, 1864. Capt. M. C. HENSLEE, llolden: The rebels crossed this morning before daylight one mile west of Hobsons Station. They have doubtless gone on to Brush Creek and on the Blackwater. Go after them northeast. Box is on the trail. JNO. F. PHILIPS, Colonel, Commanding Page 309 CHAP. LIII.) CORRESPONI)ENCE, ETC.UNION. 309 WARREN8BURG, September 22, idGI. COMMANDING OFFICER, Hiolden: Rebels passed west of Hobsons Station this morning just before day- light~ Captain Box in pursuit. They have gone north of you. JNO. F. PHILIPS, Colonel, & c. SPRINGFIELD, Mo., September 22, 1864. Major-General ROSECRANS: One of the letters captured from Major Conner is from Maj. R. J. Lawrence, chief quartermaster, dated at headquarters North Sub- District of Arkansas, Powliatan, Lawrence County, September 13, 18~4. This officer says: We are starting a force of recruiting officers to precede us into Missouri. I will be on the march for the State by Monday next. I am confident we will be at .Ieffer-. son City in less than ten days from the time we start. Genera.l Price has arrived with re-enforcements, and we think will exert an influence in the State that will be long felt and remembered. Another letter from the headquarters of Browns regiment, near Jacksonport, says: We leave Missouri to-morrow. Shelby has 6,000 cavalry on White River. Price has left Princeton with 6,000 cavalry to [precede] us. General Shelby leaves for Missouri to-morrow by way of Bloomfield. General Price will form a junction with Shelby in a few days at that place; then we will march by way of Rolla (lirect to Jefferson City. We go to Jefferson City with 12,000 cavalry. And all letters from officers are of the same effect and tenor. Stand Waties command, 2,000 strong, is north of the Arkansas, and is reported to have captured the train from Fort Scott to Fort Smith and the entire escort, and now threatens Neo~ho. Very respectfully, JOHN B. SANBORN, Brigadier- General, Comm a nd~ng. IIEADQTTARTERS DISTRICT OF SOUTHWEST MISSOURI, kS~prjngfield, Mo., September 22, 1864. Maj. 0. D. GREENE, Assistant Adjutant- General: Captain Human reports that 200 rebels camped at Quincy on the night of the 20th instant. This may be a portion o~f the same force that we fought near Bennetts Mill Monday. In some of the letters captured front Major Conner there were references to regiments of 0. A. K. iii the Missouri Valley, & c. JOHN B. SANBORN, Brigadier- General, Commanding. HEADQITARTER5 DISTRICT OF SOUTHWEST MISSOURI, AS~pringfteld, Mo., September 22, 1864. Maj. MILTON BURCH, Commanding, Neosli 0: It has been represented here that Stand Watie is advancing toward Neosho with a force of from 1,500 to 5,000. These reports cannot be traced to ammy particular source, and are doubtless exaggerated, if no Page 310 310 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. tIlL wholly incorrect. In case of an advance in force you are directed, in accordance with instructions heretofore sent you, to assume command of all the troops near you and concentrate them either at Neosho or some other point, if you deem best to do so. In case of coucentration you will report the fact to these headquarters, with all other facts in your possession in relation to the enemy, and then await further orders unless you are compelled to fall back, in which case you will report at Mount Vernon. Respectfully, JOHN B. SANBORK, Brigadier- General, Commanding. SAINT Louis, Mo., September 22, 1864. General FISK, Glasgow, Mo.: The general commanding is of the opinion the gross cowardice, mixed with a touch of mild treason, may account for the Keytesville affair, though it may turn out on investigation that we do the militia injustice. Please report by telegraph result of your investigation in the matter. 0. D. GREENE, Assistant Adjutant- General and Chief of Staff. SAINT Louis, September 22, 1864. Brig. Gen. C. B. FISK: Your dispatch says that you were to march at midnight last night. That looks well. 1 am very anxious that you should clean that district out. It is important that you do much in secrecy, and I wish daily re- ports of progress, as it concerns us elsewhere. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major-General. GLASGOW, September 22, 1864. Lient. W. T. CLARKE: Arrived here at 4 p. m. Guerrillas on every hand. Bill Anderson, Stephens, and Perkins are all in Boone County. We commence the drag-net to-morrow. 1 move toward Rocheport in the morning. Tele- graph will reach me here. Post inc fully. Have I any mail of imim- portance ~ CLINTON B. FISK, - Brigadier- General. CHILLICOTTIE, September 22, 1864. Brigadier-General FISK, Glasgow: I have information that an additional force of rebels, estimated at 500, frossed the Missouri River into Carroll yesterday morning. The citizens of Carroll are most defenseless; they are fleeing to this post for protection. I have no positive information, but what I hear leave Page 311 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.-~-UNION. 311 but little [doubt] ii my mind that Carroliton is occupied by the rebels. I have not sufficient force to move npou them. Send inc one or two companies with which, and the little force I can raise here, I propose to move upon these villains. J. H. SHANKLIN, Commanding. GLASGOW, September 22, 1864. Col. J. H. SHANKLIN, Chillicot he, Mo.: Your telegram received. General Craig has been directed to give yoa all the relief he can. Post me at this point of all movements. CLINTON B. FISK, Brigadier. General. SAINT JOSEPH, September 22, 1864. Colonel DRAPER, Glasgow: Inform General Fisk by special mnessenge.r tLat Shanklin telegraphs from Chillicothe: Five hundred rebels crossed from the south side of the river yesterday and were last night in possession of Carrolltoii. The residents of Carroll County are fleeing to Chullicothe for protection. General Craig sends six conli)anies of Hardings regiment to (5liilli- cothe to-night. W. T. CLARKE, Lieutenant and Aide-dc- Camp. HEADQUARTERS, Saint Joseph, September 22, 1864. OPERATOR, Glasgow: Iiiformn General Fisk that Shanklin telegraphs General Craig 500 rebels crossed the river into Carroll County yesterday and captured Carroilton last nigh t. Six companies of Colonel liardin gs regiment sent to Chillicothe to-night. Cranor and Hilliard moved eastward through Clay County on the night of the 21st. W. T. CLARKE. HEADQUARTERS, Saint Louis, September 22, 1864. Major-General CURTIS: Our information does riot yet warrant much southward muovemue~t to meet Price, whose line of movement is not yet developed, nor are we sure General Steele may not strike him in rear. Our dispositions ought to be so made that if he comes iii he can never get o.ut again. Ford will report to you for orders; dont take him from his position till the last moment. W. S. ROSECRANS. Major- General Page 312 312 tOUISIANA AND TIlE ThANS-MISSISSIPPI. LCu~. LIII. Major CHARLOT, LAWRENCE, September 22, 1864. Assistant Adjutant- General, Fort Leavenworth: In view of the probable calling out of the militia in Douglas and Shawnee Counties, ought not subsistence to be sent to this place for their use. There arc about 2,000, and there are no stores here, except for the few troops comprising the garrison. Inform me if they are to be sent. GEG. SYKES, ]Iiiajor- General, Commanding. FORT LEAVENWORTH, September 22, 1864. Major-General SYKES: Dispatches arrived. Probably 1,000 would be all sufficient to garri- son Fort Scott, and Paola or Mound City is the better point to collect a movable army. McLains battery should go down and militia garri- son Lawrence and this place. The country is so destitute of everything I do not see how Price can bring a large army through Arkansas, but spies report to iRosecrans 26,000. A small garrison at Fort Scott onght to resist Stand Watie with his three pieces of artillery and 2,000 or 3,000 irregular forces. The militia will soon turn out if we find the cuemy actually coming forward and we may send forward volnnteers confident of the militia substitutes. 5. 11. CURTIS, Major- General. LAWRENCE, September 22, 1864. Major CHARLOT, Assistant Adjutant- General, Fort Leavenworth: Colonel Jennison reports the force of rebels that took the train com- posed of two regiments of infantry, one of cavalry, and a battery of four gnus, accompanied by a wagon train. GEG. SYKES, Major- General, Commanding. LAWRENCE, September 22, 1864. Col. C. II. JENNISON, Fort Scott: If you need any help call upon Colonel Moonlight. General Fish- back has been directed to call out the militia. Hurry them up and get a force at Fort Scott that will insnre its safety. Keep watch in your rear that no force comes in without my being apprised of it. GEG. SYKES, Major- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS FIRST SUB-DISTYUCT OF SOUTH KANSAS, In the Field, Fort Scott, Kans., September 22, 1864. Capt. GEORGE S~ HAMPTON, Assistant Adjutant- General, District South Kansas: SIR: I have the honor to transmit the following particulars in refer- ence to the situation of affairs in and south of this district: From the loss of the supply train recently dispatched for the sub- sistence of the forces at Forts Smith and Gibson, the utmost difficulty i Page 313 CHAP. LIII.) CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 313 to be apprehended in procuring supplies, if, indeed, it can be accom- plished. The presumption is that at this time the forces at the above points are reduced to scant rations, as they are reported to have had only sufficient to subsist them until the train should arrive. In this view of the case the evacuation of the posts at Gibson and Smith becomes a matter of most reasonable supposition, and that the forces will fall back in this direction can hardly be imagined with large bodies of the enemy intervening. The probability is, therefore, that the troops mentioned will be sent to Little Hock or sonic other point in General Steeles command, thus leaving our whole southern and southeastern frontier entirely exposed. Very reliable information places the head- quarters of General Price at Cane Hill, at which point he is constantly receiving large acquisitions from all points in Missouri. Major Ross, district inspector, reports that he has positive information of detach- ments passing down east of the stations on Dry Wood; and from the most positive information we have been able to obtain the rebel forces now with or subject to the imnmne(iiate command of General Price will range from 15,000 to 25,000. The evident policy is to concentrate their entire available force at Cane Hill or some other favorable position, with a view to an advance either into Missouri or Kansas, or probably both simultaneously. Scouts have been sent out with instructions to penetrate the rebel camp, if possible, and to obtain all information in regard to mnovemnents of the enemy. I have ordered the entire force of emnploy6s in the quartermaster amid commissary departmnents at this post enrolled, armed, aimd placed in charge of suitable and competent officers. The citizen companies are being (Irilled, and every prepara- tion is being made to resist any probable advance iii this direction. We shall endeavor to hold this position, notwithstammdiug the extent of the force which mnay be brought against it, while we have anything left to do it with. The force here is totally inadequate, however, to resist with success any extensive attack. Discipline has been lax, and all things have conspired to invite an attack if the situation has been kimown, as it probably has, to rebel leaders. I amn in hopes, however, that a few days will produce order from comparative chaos. As the mnilitia has been called out, I think in sufficient strength to defend the eastern border, I should respectfully suggest that it may be well to undertake an expedition southward with the cavalry in order to as- certain the positive condition of affairs below and east of us. I shall undertake no movemnents, however, b~yond those absolutely essential to the defense of this district, unless under orders from headquarters. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, C. H. JENNISON, Colonel, (iomrnandin~q First kab-District of ASoUth Kansas. [Indorsement.i * HEADQUARTERS l)IsTiucT OF SouTH KANSAS, AS1eptember 25, 1864. Respectfully forwarded for the information of the department coin mander. Colonel Jennison has no force to mnake expeditions with at present time, nor will he be permitted to make any. GEORGE SYKES, iih{jor- (Jeneral, Commanding Page 314 314 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. Captain INSLEY: FORT SCOTT, KANS., September 22, 1864. Scouts just in from Forts Smith and Gibson, who passed Cabin Creek, report that there are but about 12 or 15 of our meii killed; they thihk there is not more than 4,000 or 5,000 rebels north of the river. Brooks rebels are at Clarksville, and there are about 400 at Cane Hill. A man just in from Texas says they are concentrating fbrces for a heavy at- tack on Fort Smith. I give you the news as it Comes. C. W. BLAIR. HEADQUARTERS FORT GIBSON, Major-General CURTIS, . September 22, 1864. Comdg. Department of Kansas, Fort Leavenworth, Kans.: SIR: The train sent from Fort Scott has been captured by the enemy. We must guard the next train agaiiist a force of 5,000. The train was captured by a force of 2,500, and we have intelligence of a force of about 1,500 in the vicinity of Cane 11111. If possible obtain an escort of 2,500 men, and send messengers every day after the train stai~ts. Very respectfully, - C. ~. ADAMS, Colonel, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF KANSAS, Fort Leavenworth, September 22, 1864. 2VtIaj. Gen. JAMES G. BLUNT: DEAR GENERAL: On my review of papers I see many matters of in- terest concerning your district rhich I may only partially review on this occasion for lack of time, but I will fully consider everything as fast as I can. First, I find by a letter from Colonel Bent that two chiefs of the Kiowas, Sitauk and the son of Little Mountain, called on the 7th of August on the colonel and proposed to make peace with the whites. Taken in connection with the fact that Sontog or Sitauk was the chief that shot the sentinel at Lamed at the breaking out of the troubles, this movement is significant. It shows that the Kiowas moved west, and no doubt they are the same parties who have subse- quently giveii us trouble on that line. Their lodges must be some- where west of Lamed, probably not far from Bents Fort or Bents Ranch. Before auiy peace can be granted the villains who have com- mitted the crimes must be given up, and full indelnnity in horses, ponies, and property must be granted as Indians can indem~iify. Some- thing really damaging to them must be felt by them. In view of the immediate pressure on my southern border, it will not be possible for us to extend operations as I would like to do in your district at present. The line of operatiomis of General Thayer from Fort Scott, or rather his line of supplies, has been cut off, and the enemy seems in force near Cane fill. I shall need all possible aid in that directiomm, and hope you will be able to move some of your troops down the Arkansas to Council Grove, where yon may be able to strike a blow, or your forces to repel invasion, or open the way to our comrades wlmo are now cut off from their supplies. Reports variously present the emmemny. It is said two regiments and four pieces of artillery attacked the train at Cabin Creek, capturing and destroying it, and further reports sa Page 315 CHAP. LIII.] $15 CO1~RESPONDENCE, ETC .UNIO1~~. tliat Price, with 26,000, lias crossed at IDardanelle, and is now at Cane Hill. Governor Carney has ordered out the militia, and I am sending all available forces toward the enemy. It seems hardly possible for Price to bring an army through the desolate region of Arkansas, but he has a large portion of our Fort Smith outfit, and it may be corn enough has ripened in Northwest Arkansas to feed the rebel hounds that are now occnpying that region. However this may be, the pres- ence of an enemy in formidable force is there, and it will, no doubt, stimulate bushwhackers in Western Missouri, so as to renew difficul- ties and augment them on the border. I therefore recommend you to distribute enough force along the road to make matters as safe as possi- ble, and move yonrself with the remainder to Conneil Grove and report to inc in advance your probable arrival at that place. General Sykes is unable to take the field, and I may have to take the advance myself, althongh department duties are exceedingly onerous here at headquar- ters. I remain, general, very truly, yours, S. l{. CURTIS, Major- Ueneral. HEADQUARTERS D~EPARTMENT OF KANSAS, Fort Leavenworth, AS1eptembe)~ 22, 18G4. Colonel LIvINGSTON, In the Field: I have directed a detachment to move down from Kearny to establish the post at Liberty Farm. My object is to assist in hurrying forward the overland mail arrangements. Anything that you can do to accom- modate this interest consistent with the safety of the troops, I desire that you will do. This will be handed you by Mr. Holliday, the con- tractor, who will give you information as to the difficulties he has to encounter, and which we should assist him to overcome. You know my general plan is to establish substantial posts once in about fifty miles, with intermediates of less importance, as our forces will admit. Gemmeral Mitchell has gone on beyond Cottonwood, and in his absence you will proceed to distribute the troops, as few as you can with safety, and carry out my general field order ou the subject of protecting and escorting property on that line of travel and commerce. When Gemi- eral Mitchell returns you will furnish him a copy of this letter and say that it is the generals wish that he should ~ll~5llC the policy here in- dicated. Very respectfully, your o1)e(lient servant, S. It. CURTIS, Major- General. 1)ENYER CITY, CoLo., $eptember 22, 1864. lIon. E. 1\L STANTON, & ereta ry of War: Have regiment 100-days men on the way for field Oil traill from Fort Leavemiworth, but caimnot get here in time because of the Indian trou- bles on the Platte route. Are 400 miles back amid laid up. The time of this regiment will expire amid Immdians still hold road. This is no ordinary case. - J. M. CHIVINOTON, Golonel, Commandin Page 316 816 LOUISIAIA AND 1~flE TRANB-MISSISSIPfl. [Oar. tiff. HDQUS. MUITnY DIvisIoN Oi WEST Missxsmrn, OuncE ou Tfl CHIRP SIGna 0P110EE Yew Orleans, Sqpteu.ber *5, 1864. Maj.GenE.B.S.Cnwy, (Jomnig. MU. Di.. of West Miseiseippi, Yew Orleans, La.: GunnL: I have the honor to submit to your coasideration a state- ment of the information received at this office this 23d day of Septem- ber, 1864, frbm the following sources: The statement of B. 3. (Mover, deserter, Yicksburg, September 19, 1864; a report from Lient. Peter Karberg, Goodrichs Landing, September 12 1864~ Walkers and Po-. lignacs divisions arrived at Monroe, La., deptember 6 and were still there on the 11th. They numbered 7,000 infantry. t~here were two battalions of cavalry 000 strong on the Ouaohita under Colonels Har- rison and Wailer. Three brigades of cavalry with eleven guns are re ported to have passed through Monroe, La., on the march to Arkansas about the 1st instant The troops at Monroe, La., were said to be on their wayto Camden, Ark. I am, general, very respectihily, your obedient servant, flAilS W. MAlISTON, Mejor, Signal Cwys, 11 & Army, Com.nandiesg. OuncE ow m Cmn ENGINEE; DEPT. OP THE GuLP, Yew Orleans, September *8, 186L Mqj. GEORGE 13. DEAn, Assistant A4jutant-General: Muon: I have the honor to report that the field-work at Donaldson- vile is completed. Everything is finished and in goed order and has been turned over to the commanding officer for preservation.. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, P. C. HAINS Captain iT. & Engineers, Aetg. Chief Engineer of the .b.~t. GEirna OnEus, HDQRs. DEnRTxnT OP THE Guw, No. 139. 5 Yew Orleans, September *9, 1864. 1. Ia obedience to Special Orders, No. 136, MilitaryDivision of West Mississippi, paragraph 0, dated September. 22, 1864, the undersigned assumes command of the Department of the GulL 2. All general and special orders and assignments to duty, civil and military, in the department will remain in force until further orders. 3. Tke following officers are annonnced as the personal stat of the major-general commanding, and will be obeyed and respected accord- ingly: Maj. D. 3. Bener, aide-de-camp; Capt Martin K. Cook, aide- de-camp; Capt James H. Wright, aide-de-camp. S. A. HUELBUT, Mqjor-Genera4 U. & Volunteers Page 317 CHAP. LJU.3 CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 317 HEADQUARTERS DEFENSES OF NEW ORLEANS, New Orleans, September 23, 18G4. Brig. Gen. R. A. CAMERON, Commanding La Fourche District: The general commanding directs me to inform you that a thorough reconnaissance of the country about Lake Natchez and on Grand River will be made by a combined expedition of the army and navy, the time of junction of the two forces to be at 12 in. on the 27th instant. Gen- eral Cameron will designate the land force of the expedition, and also the force to accompany the gun-boats from Brashear, and will give all the necessary instructions. Commodore Palmer has given orders con- cerning the gun-boats. The objects of this expedition are, first, to surround and capture any of the enemy found in that region; second, to obtain a good topographical knowledge of the country bordering Grand River; third, to explore the country with a view of ascertaining the rendezvous and haunts of rebel jayhawkers and guerrillas, who have been in the habit of infesting the La Fourche country; to break up all the enemys means of infesting this country hereafter, as well as to arrest all persons found who are known to be in the habit of assisting or giving countenance to the enemy. After this expedition is accom- plished a combined reconnaissance of the army and navy will be made on Grand or Belle Rivers behind Lake Verret. You will make neces- sary details and give the necessary instructions pertaining to the land force. Its object is, hrst, to capture any of the enemy who might be found; second, to make a thorough exploration of the whole island behind Lake Verret, to ascertain the place of rendezvous and haunts of rebel guerrillas and jayhawkers, and to arrest all persons who are known to assist or harbor the enemy; third, to assist the navy by a close and united co-operation in clearing out Grand or Belle Rivers, and removing torpedoes and other obstructions. The placing of Grand and Belle Rivers in a position of navigation from Brashear to Lake Natchez is one of its most important objects. I am, sir, respectfully, FREI)ERIC SPEED, Assistant Adjutant- General. GENERAL ORDERS, HEADQUARTERS CAVALRY DIVISION, No. 19. Baton Rouge, La., September 23, 1861. The organization of this command is almno~I1~ce(l, in accordance with orders from headquarters Military Division of West Mississippi, as fol- lows: First Brigade, Col. Oliver P. Gooding, Thirty-first Massachusetts Vol- unteers, commandingOne hundred and eighteenth Illinois Mounted Infantry, Sixth Missouri Cavalry, Fourteenth New York Cavalry. Second Brigade, Col. John G. Fonda, One hundred and eighteenth Illinois Mounted Infantry, commandingFourth Wisconsin Cavalry, Eleventh New York Cavalry. Third Brigade, Col. H. Davis, Twelfth Illinois Cavalry, command- ingTwelfth Illinois Cavalry, Second Illinois Cavalry. The First Wisconsin Battery, First Lient. Daniel Webster, command- ing, will report direct to these headquarters. Regimental commanders will report to the commanders of their respective l)r~gades with the least possible delay. By order of Brigadier-General Lee: F. W. EMERY, Assistant Adjutant- General Page 318 318 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIIL HDQRS. SECOND DIYISION, NINETEENTH ARMY CORPS, White River, Ark., September 23, 1864. Maj. Gen. J. J. IIEYNOLDS: GENERAL: I have the honor of transmitting to you herewith two communications from Major-General Steele bearing your address, also a telegraphic dispatch from Major-General Steele to Colonel Cummings, by whose hand the communications were received. The intelligence conveyed iu the inclosed dispatch agrees iu its main features with informatiou I received to-day froui the commanding officer of the guu- boat stationed at Napoleon, Ark. His informant estimates the enemy~s force at 14,000 (6,000 being cavalry), and that the entire force is inov- ing toward Little Rock. I advised General Steele of the nature of these reports this morning. Iu addition to the dispatch Colonel Cum- mings desired me to say to you that General Steele requested of him in case he saw you at this point to ask that this connuand, or at least time brigade at Saiut Charles, might be left for the present until the designs of the enemy are discovered, He thinks their hope in sending the force into Missouri was to draw him from Little Rock, and now that they have failed in this that they will concentrate all their available force and attack that point or Pine BlnfL I send this together with the dis- patches by one of my staff officers to Yicksburg, and hope it may reach you without (lelay. I have the honor to be, general, very respectfully, your obedient servant, ELIAS S. DENNIS, Brigadier- General. [Inclosure No. 1.] LITTLE ROCK, September 22, 1864. Maj. Gen. J. J. REYNOLDS: (Care of Colonel Cummings.) Major Attkisson, Fiftieth Indiana, an escaped prisoner, just from Tyler, Tex., says that 2,500 Texans, infantry, with a train, were march- ing on Fort Smith. lt was reported that they were going to co-operate with Price. My messengers sent to Fort Smith during the last three weeks have not been heard from. Captain Comstock, Thirty-third Iowa, just from Camden, confirms the report in regard to Texas troops pass- ing Camden. He says he saw fiveregiments, and that the rebels seemed very confident that they would have possession of the Arkansas. F. STEELE, Major. General. [Inclosure No. 2.1 LITTLE RocK, ARK., September 22, 1861. Colonel CUMMINGS, Deralls Bluff: I send a dispatch to General Reynolds. If he has gone, please for- ward it to General Canby. From what Mrs. MeCune tells .me there is a large rebel force between Monticello and the Mississippi. They must intend to cross the Mississippi or attack Pine l3lnIL There is a rebel force at Washington. Shall I address you at Philadelphia ~ F. STEELE, Major- General Page 319 CHAP. LIIL] CORRESPONDENCIE, ETC.UNION. 319 HDQRS. SECOND DIVISION, NINETEENTH ARMY CORPS, White River, Ark., September 23, 1864. Major-General STEELE, Little Rock, Ark.: GENERAL: Inclosed please find communication from commanding officer U. S. steamer Romeo, stationed at Napoleon, Ark., which I have the honor to forward for your information. I have the honor to be, general, most respectfully, your obedient servant, WM. E. KUHN, Acting Assistant Adjutant- General. (In the absence of General Dennis.) [Thelosure.] U. S. STEAMER ROMEO. COMMANDING OFFICER NAVAL FORCES, - White River, ilrk.: SIR: I have reliable information that there is at this time in Monti- cello, Ark., 6,000 cavalry, and 4,000 infantry; and 4,000 infantry at Camden, all destined for Little Rock. Deeming it of importance to Major-General Steele, I write you with a hope that you may advise him as early as possible of the fact, in order that he may be prepared to re- ceive them; 14,000 in all at those places. There can be no mistake as to the truth of the above statement. Very respectfully, yours, THOMAS BALDWiN, Acting Master, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF ARKANSAS, Little Rock, Ark., September 23, 1864. Lient. Col. J. L. CHANDLER, Pro cost -Marshal- General, Department of Arkansas: COLONEL: The following copy of a telegram, this day received, is fur- nished for your information: PINE BLUFF, September Y3, 1864. Lieutenant-Colonel GREEN, Assistant Adjutant-General I have positive information that Colonel Glcaii, who was captured at Long View, about the 1st of last April, and who by passing himself off as a citizen, was after- ward released, was at the time of his capture commissioned as an officer on the staff of General Cleburne and was on his way to join him. I understand he is still, or lately, at Little Rock. I recommend that he he arrested at once. POWELL CLAYTON, Brigadier- General, Commanding. Very resl)ectfillly, your obedient servant, WM. D. GREEN, Lieutenant- Colonel and Assistant Adjutant- General. GENERAL ORDERS, ?~ HDQRS. FIRST DIV., 7TH ARMY CoRPS, No. 50. S Little Rock, Ark., September 23, 1864. The undersigned hereby resumes command of the First Division, Seventh Army Corps. F. SALOMON, Brigadier- General, U. S. Volunteers Page 320 320 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSiSSIPPI. [CHAP. LIIL 1)EYALLS BLUFF, September 23 18645.15 p. m. Capt. C. H. DYER: A citizen who left home eighteen miles northwest of Searcy last Sun- day reports that Price and Shelby were then at Pocahontas with about 13,000 mel); also that Rayborne, McCoy, and other guerrilla chief~, with about 400 men, were bushwhacking General Mowers column and lurk- ing about for stragglers. A citizen from the direction of the Arkansas reports Cabell with two other brigades near Arkansas Post. C. C. ANDIREWS, Brigadier- General. (Copy to General Steele.) PINE BLUFF, ARK., Sq)tember 23, 18645 p. m. Capt. C. H. DYER, Assistant Adjutant- General, District of Little Bock: I heard to-day that a party of 300 rebels crossed to north side of river twenty-five miles above here day before yesterday. Have sent out a scout to ascertain the facts in the case. The spy Hicks was hung this morning at 10 oclock. POWELL CLAYTON, Brigadier- General, Commanding. LITTLE ROCK, ARK., September 23, 18647 p. m. Brig. Gen. POWELL CLAYTON, Pine Blufl~: Brigadier-General Andrews reports that a detail for teamsters which was referred to tile One hundred and twenty-sixth Illinois and One hundred and sixth Illinois Infantry, by Lieutenant-Colonel Thrail, com- manding brio-ade was countermanded by you and that you directed that ~ the order should not be complied with. The brigadier-general command- ing wishes to know if such are the facts. The detail for teamsters must be filled at once. By order of Brig. Gen. E. A. Carr: C. H. DYER, Assistant Adjutant- General. PiNE BLUFF, ARK., September 23, 1864. Capt. C. H. DYER, Assistant Adjutant- General: Yes, sir; I did countermand the order of Lieutenant-Colonel Thrall, or rather I directed the commanding officer of those regiments not to com- ply with that order, and shall do so in the future should that officer attempt in a similar manner to interfere with my command. The One hnndred and sixth and One hundred and twenty-sixth Illinois Infantry Regiments are detached from the command of Lieutenant-Colonel Thrall and are now under my command. I do not recognize his authority to command those troops or to make details upon them. Indeed, he was very ignorant of his military duty, or he had a great deal of assurance in sending an order direct to the commanding officers of those regiments whereby, had it been complied with, part of my command would hav Page 321 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 321 been withdrawii frem me without my knowledge. If that way of doing business were permitted I might prepare myself some morning to find that under orders sent direct by Lieutenant-Colo,iel Thrall, those two regiments had marched off to iDevalls Bluft for if he has a right to order a part of those regiments away he has the same right to order them fall]. If I aiu to understand that it is the ititention of the brigadier-general commandiug the district to legalize the blunder of Lieutenant-Colonel Thrall by ordering the detail himseW of course it will be promptly com- plied with, as it would have been in the first place had it emanated from prhper authority and been sent through its proper channels. POWELL CLAYTON, Brigadier- & ~eneral, Gommanding. LITTLE ROCK, ARK., AScpteinbcr 23, 1364. Lieut. W T. HAMILTON, Acig. Asst. Adjt. Gen., 2(1 Brig., 1st Cat. Div., 7th Army Corps: Siu: I have the honor of responding that the recent scout, of which I was in command, proceeded to Benton, Saline County, Ark. On the way thence I met a flag of truce under Major Magruder, C. S. Army, at a distance of ten miles from Little Rock. I sent the same iu, under escort of a sergeant and six men, who afterward joined me at Benton. Thirteen miles from Little Rock I received instructiolls to proceed to Hot Springs County, Big Creek Township, in order to serve summons on four individuals living somewhere in the neighborhood. I arrived at Beiiton at 2 p. in., and sent my advance as far as the crossing of the river without observing an enemy. I then occupied the town of Ben- ton, throwing out my pickets on the principal roads and outlets of I~en- ton. Not finding any forage this side of the Saline, I sent one commis- sioned officer and twenty-five men with a team across the Saline, one mile and a half, to obtain the forage, which they got withont any difficulty. The officers of the different commands, twenty-five men of the First Iowa, iii neteen men of Third Missouri, and twenty men of the Fourth Arkansas Cavalry, reported that they were without rations, saying that their instructions were that the scout was to return that same day. I inquired as to the whereabouts of Big Creek Township, but received no satisfactory information, with the exception of a man named Woodhall, resident of Benton. He knew the summoned per- sons. They live from twenty to twenty-five Iniles on the old Princeton road. Not having sufficient rations, I sent a messenger to this place, and was, therefore, ordered to return to camp. The messenger not arriving until 7 a. in. 22d instant at Benton, I left that place at 8 a. in. (in my road here I was fired upon three miles this side of Benton, but the distance being too great it did no injury. On arriving at Benton on the 21st instant my advance guard observed a resident of that place, by imame Pack. Said Pack is known to be a rebel in sympathy. They not taking any notice of him, allowed him to escape. He did not return as long as I stayed at the place. He- keeps a tavern and is reported to aid the rebels. I found rebels or bushwhackers hovering within sight of the pickets this side of Benton, but was unable to pursue them. From information I gather that rebel General Magruder is at Camden, and no regular force this side of Princeton. The Eleventh (rebel) Ar- kansas Regiment has been furloughed and is said to be in the county 21 i~ JIYOL XLI~ PT II Page 322 322 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. (CHAP. LIII. adjoining Saline. I would farther state that in l)lace of the original detail I only received eighty-nine men, the detail of the Third Missouri Cavalry falling short of six nien, and that of the Fourth Arkansas Cav- alry five men. Very respectfully, yonr obedient servant, GUS. SCHREYER, Captain, First Cavalry Missouri Volunteers, Comdg. Scout. WASHINGTON, ID. C., September 23, 1864. General BRAYMAN, Commanding at Cairo: Have you had any recent news from Little Itock, Ark .l What is your latest date and what was the condition at that timel Please answer immediately in cipher. We have just received news that Sheri- dan has fought another battle and completely routed and destroyed Earlys ai-my. EDWIN M. STANTON, Secretary of War. PILOT KNOB, Mo., September 23, 1864. Brigadier-General EWING: Citizens report Shelby, with 8,000 men, on the Whitewater, twenty miles from Fredericktown, yesterday. I cannot believe the report to be true. J. WILSON, Major, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DiSTRICT OF SAINT LOUIS, Saint Louis, September 23, 1864. Maj. JAMES WILSON, Commanding, Pilot Knob: What scouting parties have you out and wherel THOS. EWING, JR., Brigadier- General. PILOT KNOB, Mo., September 23, 1864. Brigadier-General EWING: I have small scouting parties on all the roads leading from this place. J. WILSON, Miajor, Commanding. CAPE GJRARDEAU, Mo., September 23, 1864. General EWING: My scouts came in from Bloomfield road about daylight this morn- ing. Everything is quiet for forty miles in that direction, and no rebel force approaching there, They have gone west. I have put out a force to go to J3loonihold, JII. M. HILLEII Page 323 CHAr. LIII I CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 323 HEADQUARTERS SAINT Louis DISTRICT, Saint Louis, ilIlo., September 23, 1864. Lieutenant-Colonel HILLER, Commanding, Cape Girardean: You should reoccupy Bloomfield and Charleston as soon as practi- cable, if even with a mere picket, so as to restore confidence and to keep down petty gangs of thieves. Patterson was evacuated yesterday noon, a force of 800 rebels taking possession. I think it was all or part of the force which compelled the evacuation of Bloomfield. Major Wil- son sends me a report that Shelby is in strong force fourteen miles from Fredericktowii on Whitewater. It came from citizeiis and there is probably nothing in it. A gun-boat will be at the Cape to-day. THOMAS EWING, Jn., Brigadier- General. SAINT LOUIS, September 23, 1864. General MCNEIL, J4olla: One battalion Seventeenth Illinois Cavalry arrives at iRolla to-night, the others in a day or two. One battalion Seventh Kansas Cavalry leave here probably to-morrow for liolla, and the remainder as soon as prac- ticable. Information from recently captured letters points plainly to iRolla as the place you must expect attack from Price & Co. 0. D. GREENE, Assistant Adjutant- General and Chief of Star. HEADQUARTERS DISTRiCT OF IROLLA, Bolla, iTo., September 23, 1864. Major NEWnERRY, Commanding at ~S1alem: DEAR SIR: All the information from scouts and captured mails, both here and at department headquarters, point to an invasion of the State by the rebel General Price. It is also pretty well ascertained that the main column will come this way, and, of course, take you en route. You will keep a good lookout for their advance by scouts in your front, and fall back on this post on the approach of an ovelpowering foe. Get rid of all superfluous camp equipage and surplus ordnance stores by sending them here by first train, and keep yourself in light marching trim. I will send troops to houston soon if the road is open; I only wait for re-enforceinents to do so. Keep inc well advised of a41 that you get from the direction of Arkansas. I have the honor to be, your obedieiit servant, J. MCNEIL, Brigadier- General, Commanding, SAINT Louis, September 23, 1864. Brigadier-General BROWN, Warrensbnrg: Concentrate your men from the west. Perkins is crossing his men below IRocheport in squads to go south. Send 300 or 400 smart cavalry to that vicinity, and arrange communication for information up and down the river. Be quick. A regiment of infantry will be sent to J ef f~rson City in a few days, W. S. ItOSECIRANS, M& jor- Gencrd Page 324 324 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. WARRENSBUIW, Mo., & ptember 23, 1864. Major-General IROSECRANS, Commanding Department: Concentration will be made from the west. Cavalry will be directed to the south of Rocheport. E. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General. WARRENSBUIWT, September 23, 1864. Col. 0. D. GREENE, Assistant Adjutant- General: After Colonel For~i reports to Major-General Curtis there will be no troops to guar~I the stores in the western counties. There are about 1,500 toiis of hay collected at Pleasant Hill and a quantity of (Inarter- masters and ordnance stores at Kansas City. E. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General. SAINT Louis, September 23, 1864. General BROWN, Warrensbnrg: Cant we call out militia enough to protect Kansas City, and cannot you cover Pleasant Hill with a part of the Seventh Missouri State Mili- tia? Can it be possible that 300 or 400 guerrillas crossed north at Carrollton day before yesterday? W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. WARRENSBUE~G, September 23, 1864. Major-General IROSECRANS, Saint Lonis: Militia could be called out to defend Kansas City. They would be more effective, however, as volunteers for a short time of service. The effective mounted force of the district will be reduced to less than 2,000 men by the removal of the Second Colorado. The Forty-fifth has about 600 recruits, leaving one .iompany at Lexington with the citizen guards, to protect that town; two companies here to guard the stores I cannot remove and guard the commnuni6atious from here to Gascon- ade River. It will not be practicable to cover Pleasant Hill with the Seventh. There can be no truth in the report of any considerable number of guerrillas crossing into Carroll County day ~efore yesterday. The trains are loaded and will move at daylight to-morrow to Sedalia. I have sent the sick and prisoners and surplus stores to Jefferson City, breaking up all the depots that is possible. ~ B. BROWN, Brigadier- General. SPECIAL ORDERS, HDQRS. DISTRICT OF CENTRAL MISSOURI, No. 204. Warrensbnrg, Mo., September 23, 1864. * * * * * * * 8. Headquarters of the District of Central Missouri will be, until fur. timer orders, in the field. The office furniture, records, & c., of the several departments will be moved by train to-morrow, 24th iostant, to Jeffer- son City. Capt. T. S. Case, district quartermaster, is charged with th Page 325 OIIAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 325 execution of so much of this order as refers to the removal of furni- ture, records, & c., and ~vi1l furnish the necessary transportation there- for. All members of the staff will accompany the commanding general hence to Sedalia by extra train to-morrow, 24th instant. 9. Col. John F. Philips, commanding Seventh Cavalry Missouri State Militia, will leave two companies of his regiment at Warrensburg, and with the balance of his command, camp and garrison equipage, Bat tery L and section of Battery C, Second Artillery Missouri Yolunteers, will move direct to Sedalia ana await further orders. * * * * * * * By order of Brigadier-General Brown: J. H. STEGER, Assistant Adjutant- General. WARRENSBURG, September 23,1864. Col. JAMES MOFERRAN, Lexington: Leave one company at Lexington and concentrate balance of your command in La Fayette and Saline Counties at Sedalia. Move rapidly. By command of Brigadier-General Brown: J. H. STEGER, Assistant Adjutant- General. WARIIENSBURG, September 23, 1864. T. McKISSoCK, Pleasant Hill: Major-General iRosecrans has ordered a concentration of troops of this command from the west. I shall abandon the line of railroad from here to Independence. E. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General. WARRENSBURQ September 23, 1864. Maj. G. W. KELLY, Sedalia: Information is received that the rebels are crossing from the north side of the river near iRocheport. Move at once with your available force toward Pisgah and operate agaimist them. Report by telegraph from Tipton. Use all the available force of your command. By command of Brigadier-General Brown: J. H. STEGER, - Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS, Warrensburg, September 23, 1864. Maj. G. W. KELLY, Sedalia: Forward this dispatch: Maj. A. W. MULLINS, Marshall: Move at once with all troops at Marshall to Sedalia. Direct the company at Frank- fort to follow and join yon at that place. By coummand of Brigadier-General Brown: J. H. STEGER, Assistant Adjatant- General Page 326 [CHAP. Liii. ~26 LOUISIANA AND THE 1~RANS-MiSSISSIPPI. SEDALIA, September 23, 1864. Capt. J. H. STEGER: Captain Missemer just arrived with scout. The guerrillas reported to have crossed Dug Ford 21st instant were Woodsons and Taylors bands; 120 men scattered, going east and south. Found no enemy. G. W. KELLY, Major, & c. WARRENSBURG, September 23, 1864. Maj. G. W. KELLY, Sedalia: If the guerrillas went east and south, why did Captain Missemer go to Sedalia l Why did he not follow them ~ If Captain Cross has not left Tipton direct him to remain and operate from that point until fur- ther orders. Send every man that you can to the east. By command of Brigadier-General Brown: J. H. STEGEIR, Assistant A djutant- (Jeneral. SEDALIA, September 23, 1864. Capt. J. fl. STEGER, Assistant Adjutant- General: I have just sent Captain Blair with 100 men toward Pisgah. Sent messenger to Captain Missemer, who is down on the La Mine, to form a junction with Captain Blair to-morrow morning. I am not able to ride to-day. If so, will go to-morrow and join them near Pisgah if necessary. G. W. KELLY, Major, & c. WARRENSI3UIRG, September 23, 1864. Col. F. W. llIcKox1 Jefferson City: Information is received that the rebels are crossing from the north side of the river, hi vicinity of iRocheport. Place fifty men of tIme Forty-fifth Missouri on steamer Cora, or any other boat that can be had, and send them up the river with orders to destroy, all skiffs, flat- boats, & c., and to cruise between Boonville and JeiThrsou City, and endeavor to prevent their crossing. By command of Brigadier.General Brown: J. H. STEGEIR, Assistant Adjutant- General. WARRENSBURO, September 23, 1864. Col. JAMEs. H. Foun, Kansas City: Report for orders by telegraph to Major-General Curtis. By command, & c.: J. IL STEGER, Assistant AJjatant- General Page 327 CHAP. LIII.1 CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNLON. 327 KANSAS CITY, September 23, 18G4. Major CHARLOT As8istant Adjutctn t- General: 1~ursuant to te1egra~)h orders just received from the general com- manding District of Central Missouri, 1 have the honor to report to the major- general commanding Department of Kansas for orders. JAMES H. FOIID, Colonel Second Colorado. SPRINGFIELD, Mo., September 23, 18G4. Maj. 0. D. GREENE, Assistant Adjntant- General and Chief of Stafi: A scout returned from Strawberry Creek, in Arkansas, this morning, leaving there Wednesday morning, and reports that the roads are all picketed five miles north of the creek. Freemans and Tracys commands and a regiment under Colonel Speer were there. Colonel Speer informed him that Prices whole army was moving below in a north- eastern direction; that Price had a large amount of artillery and 400 wagons, loaded mainly with ammunition, and that they did not design to fight anywhere except in Missouri, an(l assured this woman that they should carry this place within the next ten days; that Price would move up through West Prairie. She saw several letters dated at headquarters of infantry regiments at and north of Batesyille. My belief now is that Price is moving north with his army; that there is a possibility of being mistaken yet. Will the general approve of call- ing out the militia ~ JOHN H. SANBORN, Brigadier- General, (Jommanding. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE MISSOURI, Saint Louis, September 23, 1864. Brigadier-General SANBORN, Springfield: I cant find Strawberry Creek on my map. Captain Clowry, from General Steele on the 16th, rel)orts that Price had only crossed some cavalry and mounted infantry. He had sent a large column after him. You can call ont the militia if you think best; I will telegraph you about it. How many can you raise, and can you get theni to fight~? Why should those rebels be so free in talking~ How could that woman see those letters unless throngh design ~? Qnestion closely an(I let me know. W. S. JIOSECHANS, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS FORT SCOTT, KANS.. September 23, 1864. Brigadier-General SANBORN, Springfield, Mo.: GENERAL: I send two messengers, Sergeant Lobdell and Private McEwen, through to you, dressed in citizens clothes, to sce what in- formation you have of Prices approach. Please send me auy inform Page 328 328 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. tion you may have of the whereabouts of the enemy. StandWatie took a commissary train of 200 wagons from this post last Monday morning, at Cabin Creek, 100 miles south of this. His force was 2,300 men with six pieces of artillery. The same evening he was met by Colonel Will- iams with parts of three colored regiments, some few cavalry, and a battery, who gave him battle. After a two hours fight he drove the enemy in great confusion. His meu were too much exhausted with a march of eighty-six miles in forty hours to pursue, and night coming on the men slept in line of battle. Next morniug the enemy was gone, scattering his captured property clear to the Verdigris, which he crossed going south. If Colonel W.s men had been fresh they would have re- captured the train. Carthage was burned day before yesterday by a small party of about twenty, whether a part of the rebel force advancing or the local bushwhackers I cant tell. There are now concentrated here about 1,200 troops and more within call, besides the militia, which can be used in case of necessity. I shall be much indebted to you, general, if you will give me fully what information you may possess of the whereabouts and probable force of the enemy, as well as his ap. parent destination, either by telegraph or messengers as to you may seem best. Yery respectfully, yom ir obedient servant, CHAS. W. BLAIR, Colonel Fourteenth Kansas Cavalry, Commanding. HAIRTvILLE, Mo., September 23, 1864. General J. B. SANBORN: DEAR Sin: I have beei~ requested to write you a few lines concern- ing the condition of our country. As I have not the thne to write but a few lines I will let it suffice to say the rebels are running over us rough shod, amid if we (lout get some more men in this part of the country I fear we will have to leave our homes. I consider tIme Moun- tain and Houston two places needing soldiers quartered, but we-will be satisfied if we can get only two comnpaiiies at the Mountain. It is the general pass way either north or south. This week they killed a woman and robbed several houses. Our little squad at Hartville is not enough to protect forty or fifty miles infested with rebels. If possible do send us some help, for we do need it, especially now. We will submit it to your honor, hoping that you will see fit to send us some aid. We now will wait in breathless silence until we hear from you. Yours, truly, JAMES FORREST, County Clerk. HBQRS. SEVENTH PROYRuONAL REGIMENT CAVALRY, ]lfount Yernon, JIb., September 23, 1864. BrP_ Gen JOHN B. SANBORN, Comdg. District of Southwest Missouri, Springfield, Mo.: GfiNERAL: I have just received a dispatch from Captain Ray, Com- manding at Newtonia, which is substantially as follows: Eight soldiers belonging to the Sixth Kansas caine into Newtonia on foot on the night of the 22d instamit, and report that they were engaged in a fight with Stand Watie on Cabin Creek, about 2 oclock on Monday morning lasL They state that they were a portion of the escort commanded by Majo Page 329 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 329 Hopkins, of the Second Kansas, and were escorting a train of some-250 Government wagons and fifty sutlers wagons from Leavenworth to Fort Smith. They state the fight commenced at 2 oclock in the morn- ing and lasted until 8 oclock, when Major Hopkins was cut off, with all the mounted men ,from the traiii. The wagons were all captured; that Stand Watie was in command, with 1,800 men and four pieces of artil- lery; that near Beatties Prairie they were informed by rebel women that there were 400 rebels went north toward Neoslo; that they had seen several small bodies of rebels in the Cowskiu country; that they saw plenty of signs of rebels on several roads, ~the travel all going north- ward. They think there is a rebel force between Beatties Prairie and Neosho. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, JOHN D. ALLEN, Colonel, Commanding. SPECIAL ORDERS, HDQRS. 1)1ST. OF SOUTHWEST MISSOURI, No. 257. Springfield, Mo., September 23, 18(31. * * * * * * * V. Capt. Samuel Turner, commanding Company G, Sixth Provisional Regiment, at Hartville, will, upon receipt of this order, detach twenty men of his command nuder charge of a commissioned or non-commis- sioned officer. They will be imistructed to remain at Hartville and guard that place against small bands of robbers, but to retreat to the woods and take care of themselves upon the approach of a large body of the enemy. Thebest mounted men will be left. Captain Turner will thereupon report with the rest of his commamid, with camp amid garrison equipage, to tIme commanding officer at Marshfield, Mo., with- out delay. The loyal citizens in the vicinity of Hartville will be ordered into Hartville to assist in holding that post. VI. Capt. L. J. Mitchell, commamiding ComnpanyF, Seventh Provisional Regiment, near Carthage, will, upon receipt of this order, send one lieu- tenalit and twenty-five men of his coinniand to Humaiisville, Mo with instructions to occupy that post nntil further orders. Captain Mitchell will thereupon report with the rest of his command to time commanding officer at Mount Vernon without delay. * * * * * * By order of Brigadier-General Sanborn: WM. T. KITThEDGE, Assistant Adjutant- General. GLASGOW, Mo., September 23, 1864. Major-General ROSECRANS, Saint Louis: I moved through Randolph and Howard to this point yesterday. Lientenant-Colommel Draper moved toward Fayette from huntsville. Major Leonard in the neighborhood of Rochmeport killed 3 of Andersons men amid captured from him 25 fine horses; some of the hom ses are recognized as havimug been stolen from Cooper County. I can learn of no great concentration of the villains, but numnberless small bands are roaming the country, stealing horses. From rebel sources I learn that the expectation is, that jil l3oone County, imear Rocheport, a concentra- tion of time different bands will SOOIl take place, and imi sufficient strength to hold their position, ~or move across the Missouri to meet an invadin Page 330 [CHAP. LIII. 330 LOUISIANA AND TII1~ TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. force from Arkansas. I go to iRocheport to-day to establish a river patrol to prevent crossing. Major Suess, I learn, has been ordered out of the Missouri with his guns. I have two howitzers that I shall place upon a small steamer for temporary service between this point and the crossing near iRocheport. The late rebel recruits from these counties are mostly youngsters under eighteen years of age, who have associated with veterans from Pricey s army. Nearly every house is a guerrilla picket station, and the men, women, and children spies in the bush- whacking service. My troops, both mounted and dismounted, are moving vigorously and secretly from Grand River eastward and from the North Missouri Railroad westwardly, making Boone Connty the point of concentration. General Douglass, Lieutenant-Colonel Draper, Majors King and Leonard are all out under the best of guides, and, being themselves thoroughly acquainted with the country, will be able, I trust, to make us a good report. CLINTON B. FISK, Brigadier- General. SAINT LouiS, September 23, 1864. Brig. Gen. C. B. FISK, Glasgow, Mo.: Use your utmost vigor now. Perkins, Todd, Quantrill, Thrailkill, Anderson, and all the other rascals, are now in Boone and Howard, and will try to get west and south. Watch the gaps north and west, and drive steadily and with all sharpness and vigor, and you will crush and destroy the rascals. Get every one you can on the watch to intercept and get news. W. S. ROSECRANS, ill ajor- General. GLASGOW, Mo., September 23, 1864. Col. 0. 1). GREENE, Assistant Adjutant- General and Chief of Ste tf: it is reported that 500 guerrillas crossed from La Fayette County into Carroll on the night of the 21st mind occupied Carrollton. Colonel Shanklin, at Chillicothe, has been re-enforced from Saint Joseph and moved into Carroll. Brunswick is threatened by a gang that crossed from Saline. I have sent a small force to save, if possible, that post from the fate of Keytesville. The Keytesville affair smacks of some- thing stronger than mild treason. Not a gun was fired. Forty-five macn, well armed amid iii a barricaded court-house, surrendered to sixty bushwhackers under Thrailkill, and part of them immediately joined the marauders. Time chief was a son of Mills, the Keytesville commuittee- man under General Orders, No. 107. I fear the entire Chariton County 107 organizatiomi is unreliable. I shall go to Brunswick myself to-mor- row and investigate. The sympathizing militia will not fight any enemy that carries a Confederate flag, and nearly every gang of themn have the rebel rag raised over their plunder. We cannot afford to experimnent with the synipathizers, with the crisis now upon us. La Fayette should have the bemmefit of all doubts. The Randolph County organizations are much on the Keytesville order, and I have directed tlmat the untrustworthy be prudently relieved from (Ility and the public arms taken from them. CLINTON B. FISK, Brigadier- General Page 331 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETCUNION. 331 SAINT Louis, Mo., September 23, 1864. General FISK, Glasgow, iTo.: I dont credit the report about 500 crossing at Carroliton. You must be on your guard against being misled by reports and drawi from the true scent. Devote your entire mind and energies to driving out the bushwhackers, so that we can be ready for something else soon. Keel) me advised. W. S. IROSECRANS, Major- General. WARRENSBUR G, Septem ber 23, 1864. Brigadier-General FISK, Glasyow: Am informed that 100 guerrillas crossed to north side of the river near Sibley and 100 near Dover on the 10th instant. Nothing further. B. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General. SPECIAL FIELD ORDERS, ~ IIDQRS. DIST. OF NORTH MISSOURI, No. 2. S Glasgow, JIb., September 23, 1864. I. Lieut. Col. D. J. ilynes, Seventeenth Illinois Cavalry Volunteers. and chief of cavalry, will proceed without delay to Keytesville and Brunswick, Chariton County, Mo., and make a thorough investigation of the late disaster at the post of Keytesville. He will summon and examine witnesses, reducing their evidence to writing. He will make the most searching inquiry into the character of the militia of Chariton County, under command of Col. W. B. Moberly, as to their loyalty and efficiency, and report fully all facts elicited. Lieutenant-Colonel Ilynes will await orders at Brunswick until Monday morning, September 20, when, if orders do not reach him, he will proceed to district headquar- ters, Saint Joseph, Mo. * * * * * * * By order of Brig. Gen. Clinton B. Fisk: THOS. J. TIDSWELL, JR., Lieutenant and Acting Assistant Adjutant- General. KEYTESYILLE, September 23, 18649 v. m. Brig. Gen. C. B. FISK, Commanding J)istrict of North Missouri: GENERAL: I have the honor to report my arrival here at 6.30 p. in., having neither seen nor heard definitely of any guerrillas or bush- whackers on my line of march. I visited Salisbury and found that Lusher~s was already non est, all his spirits having been takeu by the guerrillas on their last trip through on Tuesday. Lusher was not at home and it was supposed had gone to Brunswick. I have made many inquiries from all classes of people, but tiPl to obtain inforinatiou of any of the marauding bands of a later date than Tuesday, when they were last seen on their way to Glasgow for the avowed l)U~PO5~ of cap- For Hyi~es report, see Part I, p. 424 Page 332 332 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. (CHAP. Liii. turing it. The party who captured this place on Tuesday, composed of some twenty-five men under Thrailkill and some forty under Todd, after searching but not pillaging the people, except of their horses and arms, went away on Tuesday for Glasgow, and have not been heard of since. I think you have theni all now in your front, between Glasgow and Fayette, or in that neighborhood. I found no troops here nor any of th~ l)aroled militia. I am, general, with high regar(I, your obedient servant, D. J. HYNES, Chief of Cavalry. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF NORTH MISSOURI, Glasgou, ho., September 23, 1864. Col. DANIEL M. DRAPER, Commanding Cavalry Expedition, Fayette, Mo.: COLONEL: 1 have been waiting information from the western por tion of the district before answering your dispatches received b.y mes- senger last night, but the lines are down and I am unable to tell you of the guerrilla movements westward, except that my telegrams yester- day advised me that another large party of the villains had crossed from La Fayette into Carroll County and occupied Carrollton. One report fixes the number at 500, and these, too. may travel in this direc- tion. I cannot learn of any great concentration of (-Ulerrillas in either Boone or Howard, but thieve must be a goodly number of them some- where not far off, and as to movements against them from Fayette you will, in a measure, be governed by information received at Fayette. ln the absence of information which may lead you to adopt other move- mei~ts, let your forces operate in the direction of Renick. I will send a column from Glasgow down the river throngh Boonsborough and New Franklin to iRocheport, thence up along the west si(le and through the Perche Hills. General Douglass is now moving from Mexico toward Rocheport, thence np the eastern side and though the Perche Hills. A small force will co-operate with these movements from Sturgeon, and if there is any considerable force of guerrillas in Howard or Boone some of you will certainly find it. General Itosecrans telegraphs me that his information leads him to the conclusion that the concentration will be near iRocheport, and he thinks we can have bat little trouble in finding and killing the entire lot. I trust we shall not fail in the comsum- mnation of an act so devoutly to be wished. Sent Lieutenant Waite to Rocheport with dispatches to Lieutenant-Colonel Matthews, who will also push toward the Perche Hills. I shall remain here for the presemit and gather information from the west. Keel) inc thoroughly posted by messengers, and let not the glory of the Old ~ fade in the cam- paign. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, CLINTON B. FISK, Brigadier- General. P. S.You will understand, t~olonel, that you are not to be govermied by the foregoing instructions if the guerrilla movements in the mean- time lead you to move in other directions. Major Leonards knowl- edge of the country and the devils therein will be of great service. FISK, Brigadier- General Page 333 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 333 HEADQUARTEThS~ DISTRICT OF NORTH MISSOURI, Glasgow, ]IJio., September 23, 1864. Lieutenant-Colonel MATTHEWS, 1?oeheport: COLONEL: i shall move a force from here toward liocheport to-morrow morning, thence up west side and through the Perche Hills. Please get word to General Douglass and let him move up the east side and through the hills. You will co-operate in these movements. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, CLINTON B. FISK, Brigadier- General. GLASGOW, Mo., September 23, 1864. Lieutenant KERR, Commanding at Boon ciUc Have you any information of the guerrillas crossing from near iRoche- port to the south side within the last day or two? If so, in what numbers? CLINTON B. FISK, Brigadier- General. BOONVILLE, September 23, 1864. Brigadier-General FISK: There were no guerrillas crossed from the north side of the river since the 19th and 20th. We arrested a deserter from Thirteenth Mis- souri Cavalry; admits he belongs to Captain Turleys company; detailed to Captain Mayos company; named George Smith. What shall I do with him? J. T. KERR, Lieutenant, Commanding. GLASGOW, Mo., September 23, 1864. Maj. F. D. EVANS, Mexico: Have you any intelligence from the bushwhackers or from General Douglass since he left? CLINTON B. FISK, Brigadier- General. SAiNT LOUIS, Mo., September 23, 1864. Major-General CURTIS, Leavenworth: Staff officer, left General Steeles on the 16th, reports .Prices force north of the Arkansas at 8,000, cavalry and mounted infantry, and that General Mower was moving after him with a heavy column of cavalry and infantry. Sauborns scouta womanreports from Strawberry Creek, Ark., Wednesday, that Freemans, Tracys, and Speers coin- mands were there, and they told her Price was moving northeast and would enter Missouri by West Plains with 400 wagons chiefly loaded with am munition and plenty of artillery. Queer! Why did they tell it? Colonel Ford has orders to you, but we have 1,500 tons of hay a Page 334 334 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. Peasant Hill and some ordnance and commissary stores at Kansas City. Will you authorize him to stay till we can get some troops to send therel W. S. ROSECRANS, ]Jfajor- General. ATCHISON, & ~ptember 23, 1864. Major-General CURTIS: My paymaster has just arrived from Kearny, via Little Blue, with five men. Saw no Indians. Have directed my men to bring stock down under direction and protection of the military. Impossible to get stock tenders at Kearny. Must beg of you to assist me in this way with soldiers until I can get some men out from here. Will start a party from this end to meet those starting from Kearny. With your advice and assistance aimd my determination I know we can put this line into operation, so that there will be no further interruption in this important service. BEN. HOLLIDAY. FORT LEAVENWORTH, September 23, 1864. BEN. HOLLIDAY, Esq., Atchison: Have telegraphed Governor Carney requesting him to loan you the guns. You may rest assured that no one is more anxious or determined than I to get an early and safe restoration of the mail route. Some delay may be necessary in the arrangement of troops to avoid dangers, but I will sacrifice, if necessary, other routes to preserve instead the overland mail, but your patient and careful exertions must be added to make your stations as safe as possible for your men and horses. S. Th CURTIS, Major- General. LAWRENCE, September 23, 1864. Maj. C. S. CHARLOT: Colonel Jennison reports Carthage, Mo., burnt yesterday by rebels, and Price at Cane Hill, Ark. A train must go to Gibson with sub- sistence, and the garrison at Fort Scott will be weakened thereby. I will add to it from Moonlights command. If you take off the dispatches that come from below, let me know it in order that I may not duplicate them to the general. GEO. SYKES, Major- General, HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF SOUTH KANSAS, Lawrence, September 23, 18~4, Maj. C. S. CHARLOT, Asst. Adjt. Gen., Dept. IIdqrs., Fort Leavenworth: SIR: Colonel Jennison, commanding sub-district, informs me that a train will leave Fort Scott on Tuesday or Wednesday next for Cabin Creek, en route to Fort Gibson. I know not by what authority this train is put on the road. Cabin Creek is the scene of the late disaster, and Colonel Jennison telegraphs that the wagons are to be met at that point by troops front Fort Gibson. The troops at the latte Page 335 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 335 station are represented to be on short rations, and their oniy hope of supplies rests on the traii~ from Fort Scott. It seems to me that the departure of this trai~i will be the signal of an attack upon it by the same party that captured the last; and as the force to be sent for its protection must necessarily be small, I doubt the wisdom of sending it off. It will be necessary to detach troops from Fort Scott to accom- pany the train, and the garrison of that post is not even now adeqnate to its certain protection. If the train should be sent, and I suppose the orders therefor proceed from department headquarters, I will send troops from Colonel Moonlights district to replace those detached from Fort Scott. From all the information gathered from below I do not understand why General Thayer remains at Fort Gibson. This dis- trict cannot supply escorts for his provision trains so long as any trouble exists on the border. I desire to bring to the generals atten- tion the fact that the miumuber of men borne on the returns of this dis trict does not in any way indicate the number of troops that can be brought into the field. Captains of companies along the border and elsewhere have permitted their men to be off for every purpose but a military one; furloughed on detached service, which means to go home, and on every conceivable duty, which keeps them from doing duty in the ranks. I am endeavoring to correct these evils, but they have become so chronic among Kansas regiments that it is no easy matter, scattered as the companies are. I would be glad to hear from the gen- eral on the subject of the train, and in time to communicate any instruc- tions he may see fit to give. I am, sir, respectfully, your obedieiit servant, GEG. SYKES, Major- General, Commanding. PAGLA, KANS., September 23, 1864. Col. C. H. JENNISON, Fort Scott, Kans.: I have ordered a scout to be sent out from Rockville. Have you withdrawn all the troops from Linn County and ordered the militia into active servicer T. MOONLiGHT, Colonel Eleienth Kansas Volunteer Cavalry, Commanding. WASHINGTON, I). C., September 23, 186410.35 a. m. Colonel CHIvINGTON, Denver City: You will communicate your wants to your superior officer, General Curtis, at Fort Leavenworth. II. W. HALLECK, Major- General and Chief of Staff. DENvER, September 23, 1864. Major-General CURTIS: I have made such disposition of troops as to give complete protection to the road betweeu Julesburg and Denver. Coaches can resume with perfect safety, and teams ~re in no possible danger on this end of the vont~ with proper preC~mutiOib j. M. CIIIYINGTON, Colonel Page 336 336 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. Lilt MILWAUKEE, September 23, 1864. Brig. Geii. H. H. SIBLEY, Saint Paul Mian Late dispatches from General Sully received yesterday. He was at Fort iRice, to which point he had returned from Yellowstone. No truth whatever in the stories of your iiotc 19th. JNO. POPE, Major- General, Commanding. TIEAI)QUARTERS SECONI) 5113-1) 15Th ICT OF MINNESOTA, Port Ridgely, September 23, 1864. Capt. 11. C. OLIN, Asst. Adjt. Gem, Dist. oJ Minnesota, Saint Pant, Minn.: CAPTAIN: I have the honor to inform you that Companies A and I, First U. S. Volunteers, reported at this post on the 19th and 20th instant, and, according to your communication of the 13th instant, I have been awaiting further iiistructions about the disposition to be made of these troops. It is very necessary to send a few infantry to the posts north of here,, and if the expected instruction should not be received by next mail II shall (lispatch some thirty men of one of the companies to the 1)osts, which should be somewhat reEenforced. Last Monday mormiing a mnau on his way to Redwood, who had stopped at the foot of the hill on the other side of the river, reported to me that at about 10 oclock the l)receding night (Sunday) he had seen three In- dians approaching in the road and tired at them twice, when they dis- appeared in the timber. It being very bright moonlight at the time lie was very positive about it, and I went over immediately with a sufficient number of men, scouring the woods all day for miles without discover- ing any signs or tracks. On Tuesday a settler living on the south side of the Minnesota River reported seeing three Indians going into the woods. I again dispatched a considerable force, and about sunset, just as the last soldiers had left the timber, two boys hunting cattle saw them, and since then I have scouting parties all over the timber and along the prairie. The rel)Ort that on Friday and Saturday last the same number had been seemi near the Coal Mines renders it probable that this is a horse-thieving party, but I am afraid we will not be able to catch them, as Scout Kennedy has been sick for some time, and I have no one here to conduct the men, who are all strangers in this country. This afternoon a man coming up on the Henderson road last evening comes in and reports that he saw two mounted Indians about fifteen miles below here, and that some teamsters going dowuu from here tired at them. I have another detachment of cavalry out in that direction, and shall spare no effort to have some of the marauders destroyed before they can do any damage. Scouting parties are con- stantly out in front of our lines, and the general can rest assured that everything is done that can reasonably be expected, and with the dispositions now made I hope to be able to prevent the renewal of depredations on our frontier. As soon as I can conveniently leave the post I intend to spend a few days in inspecting all the outposts, and will submit a full report of the condition and wants of our frontier defenses. Very iespectfully~ your obedient servant, WILLIAM PFAEINDEII, Lieutenant- Colonel, Commanding Page 337 CEAP. LIILJ CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 337 WASHINGTON, September 24, 18648.30 jp. m. Lieutenant-General GRANT, City Point, Va.: If you have detailed an officer to inspect in Arkansas, and he has not gone, please send him here, to take with him certain documents received since Colonel Sackett left for the same purpose. H. W. HALLECK, Major- Ueneral and Chief of Staff. SPECIAL ORDERS, WAR DEPT., ADJT. GENERALS OFFiCE, No. 319. Washington, September 24, 1864. * * * * * * * 61. Maj. Gen. George L. Hartsuff, U. S. Volunteers, will report in persor without delay to Major-General Canby, commanding Military Divisi n of West Mississippi, for assignment to duty. * * * * * * * By order of the Secretary of War; E. 1). TOWNSEND, Assistant Adjutant- Ueneral. SPECIAL ORDERS, HDQRS. DEPARTMENT OF THE GULF, No. 259. New Orleans, September 24, 1864. * * * * * * 9. Col. J. IR. Parker, Forty-eighth Ohio, returned from veteran fur- lough, will report with his command to Brig. Gen. T. W. Sherman, commanding Defenses of New Orleans. * * * * * * * By command of Major-General iluribut: C. S. SARGENT, Acting Assistant Adjutant- ~Jeneral. SPECIAL ORDERS, ~ HEADQUARTERS CAVALRY DIVISION, No. 29. Baton Rouge, La., September 24, 1864. I. Col. W. J. Landram, Nineteenth Kentucky Volunteers, is hereby relieved from duty with this command, and will report without delay to Maj. Gen. F. J. Herron, commanding District of Baton Rouge and Port Hudson, for orders. By order of Brigadier.General Lee: F. W. EMERY, Assistant Adjutant- (Jeneral. BATON ROUGE, September 24, 1864. (Received 4.40 p. in.) Maj. Gen. E. R.,S. CANnY: Reports came in through the lines to-day that General Hood advanced a few days since and attacked Sherman iu his position below Atlanta, 22 R RVOL XLI, PT Il Page 338 338 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. and was severely repulsed with a loss of 13,000 killed, wounded and prisoners. The person that brings this is positive that it is correct, bnt I would not like to give it as reliable. F. J. HERIION, Major- General, Commanding. HDQRS. 1)1ST. OF BATON ROUGE AND PORT HUDSON, Baton ilouge, La., september 24, 1864. Lient. Col. C. T. CHRISTENSEN, Asst. Adjt. Gen., Mi!. Dir. of West Miss., New Orleans, La.: COLONEL: The letter* of Hon. W. H. Seward, Secretary of State, to Hon. E. M. Stanton, Secretary of War, nnder date of August 29, 1864, covering translation of a communication received at Washington by the representative of the Emperor of the French in regard to certain occur- rences said to have taken place on the Rio Grande, and which has been referred to me for report, has been received. There is nothing specific in the charges or statements made npon which to make a detailed report. With reference to the great number of Federals said to have crossed to Matamoras after the evacuation of Brownsville, I would state that there were not six citizens of the United States left in Browns- ville when I withdrew the troops from that place. I had sent all persons, men, women, and children, to New Orleans. Some few Mexi- cans who had been living on the east side of the Rio Grande may probably have crossed into Mexico, but 1 know the number must have been small, for I previously shipped a great majority of even the Mexi- cans to New OrleansI mean such as resided on our side of the river. I have been constantly in receipt of advices from Matamoras since time evacuation of Brownsville, and had such occurrences as the above taken place I would certainly have heard something of it. With reference to the arms and ammunition said to have gone into Mexico from American territory, I undertake to say in the most positive manner that nothing of the kind took place from January 1, 1864, to August 1, 1864, the period of my administration on the Rio G-rande, nor did anytl4ng occur that would warrant even a rumor of such a thing. It seems to inc that when such charges are made, involving as it does the reputation of officers of the U. S. Army, some kind of proof should accompany the charges, but these statements being so general, I can do nothing more than make a mere denial of the whole. There is neither truth in the report or ground for it. I am, with great respect, your obedient servant, F. J. HERRON, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS U. S. FORCES, Month of White River, Ark., September 24, 186g. Maj. Gen. F. STEELE, Commanding Department of Arkansas: GENERAL: 1 have the honor to submit the following information re- ceived from two deserters from the Confederate army, who came into our lines to-day. One of them belongs to the Twelfth Texas Cavalry and the other to the Eighth Texas Infantry, Walkers division. They state that their entire force on the west side of the Mississippi River is being ~$ee Part II, p. 9~ Page 339 CHAP. LIII.J CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 339 moved northward in numbers, they think from what they heard, about 14,000; infantry, 8,000, and cavalry, 6,000, located as follows: The Texas, General Parsons, brigade of cavalry at Arkansas Post; Mis- souri, General Parsons, at Camden, with brigade of cavalry. The rest are scattered at different points. The divisions, Generals Walker and Polignac, are at Monticello. General Magruder is also there. They also state that the orders were read to the troops of those two divis- ions to cross the Mississippi, but they positively refused to do so, and affirm that their intention is to attack Little Rock and Pine Bluff; keep- ing those two brigades of cavalry on White River to prevent re-enforce- nients from going up. Your dispatches for Major-General Reynolds, received by the hand of Colonel Cummings, were forwarded by one of the staff officers to Yicksbnrg, Miss., the general having gone. I send you a Saint Louis paper of the 21st instant, in which you will find glo- rions news. I have the honor to be, general, most respectfully, your obedient servant, ELIAS S. DENNIS, Brigadier- ~iJcneral, Commanding. LITTLE ROCK, & ptcmber 24, 1864. Brig. Gen. C. C. ANDREWS: If Shelby has gone to Pilot Knob he will probably meet A. J. Smith. I am quite certain that Price has not gone in that direction. Captain Napier, Third Arkansas Cavalry, has ,just returned, having followed up Price since lie crossed the Arkansas. He says Price has 200 ord- nance wagons, about 7,000 extra muskets, to arm Missouri men. I presume that the difficulty about the detail of teamsters at Pine Bluff arose from its not having been made through General Clayton. I will inquire into it. It is my intention to send you the Third Minnesota as soon as troops enough arrive to relieve them. Claytons command is very sniall now for his exposed situation. He is threatened by a large rebel force, under General Walker. When the veterans of the Third Minnesota (now on furlough) arrive at Devalls Bluff oi their return you are authorized to detain them. We learned through some of our people just from Camden that Magruder was there, and that a large force from Texas had passed Camden,, said to be on their way to Mon- ticello. Captain Comstock said he saw five regiments. One of the offi- cems asked General Magruder if he considered him on parole not to divulge what he learned at Camden. Magruder replied, No; Steele will hear from me ~ F. STEELE, Major- General. HDQRS. SECOND DIVISION, SEVENTH ARMY CORPS, Devalls Bluft September 24, 18647.45 a. m. Col. M. L. STEPHENSON, Huntersviile, Ark.: COLONEL: You will assume command of the Second Brigade, you being the senior officer in the brigade. I think the headquarters had better remain for the present at Little Rock. C. C. ANI)REWS, Brigadier- General, Gommanding Page 340 340 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. PINE BLUFF, ARK., September 24, 1864. Capt. C. II. DYER, Assistant Adjutant- General: No news from the enemy to-day. The scout sent up the river yester- day returned without discovering anything of interest. POWELL CLAYTON, Brigadier- General, Commanding. LITTLE RocK, September 24, 186411.15 a. m. Brig. Gen. POwELL CLAYTON: You will furnish the number of men called for by Lieutenant-Colonel Thrall. You will send the men, as also a list of their names, without delay. By order of Brig. Gem E. ~. Carr: C. H. DYER, Assistant Adjutant- General. LITTLE ROCK, September 24, 18647.30 p. m. Brig. Gen. P. CLAYTON, Commanding: General Steele directs me to notify you that you need not furnish the detail for teamsters for the present, as he has received reports that in- dicate a large force in your vicinity. General Andrews has been informed of this decision of the general. Respectfully, yours, CHAS. T. SCAMMON, Major and Aide-dc-Camp. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF THE FRONTIER, Fort Smith, Ark., September 24, 1864. (Received 5.15 p. in. 27th.) Major-General HALLECK: SIR: In addition to my dispatch to you, dated the 22d instant, I have to state that I have subsistence enough to subsist my command sixty days; but the difficulty is in furnishing sufficient escorts to make the supply trains from Fort Scott safe. if it should ever beconie necessary to evacuate I have not animals enough to move my artillery and sick. I shall not contemplate such a step, but shall hold this place under all circumstances. I can hold it. In four or five weeks the grass will die, so that the enemy cannot subsist his animals, and will have to retire toward Red River. No communication with General Steele. The force which captured the train was over 2,300 men, with six pieces of artillery. The Arkansas River is fordable at various points. Respectfully, JNO. M. THAYER, Brigadier- General, Commanding Page 341 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 341 WASHINGTON, D. C., September 24, 1864. Brig. Gem J. M. THAYER, Fort Smith, Ark.: General Curtis is directed to move his available force south by Fort Scott. Large re-enforcements have gone to General Steele, on the Arkansas. The quartermaster-general has taken measures to get sup- plies to you as early as possible. H. W. HALLECK, Major- General and Chief of Stafj HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF THE FRONTIER, Fort Smith, Ark., September 24, 1864. Major-General STEELE, Comm an ding Department of Arkansas: SIR: I have started messengers to you, but they failed to get through, and returned. The main force of the enemy is in the direction of Perryville. I anticipate an attack upon this place or Fort Gibson, perhaps upon both. I am prepared for it. We can subsist for over sixty days with what we have. A train of 200 wagons sent from here to Fort Scott for supplies was captured on its return about fifty miles north of Fort Gibson, by General Gano, with 2,300 cavalry and six pieces of artillery. They crossed the Arkansas some sixty miles west of Gibson. I had sent three regiments of infantry and one section of artillery to re-enforce the train, but they failed to reach it in tune. Being cut off from communication with you, I telegraphed my situa- tion to General Halleck, and requested that troops might be furnished at Fort Scott to assist in escorting the trains through. JOLlY M. TIIAYER, Brigadier- General, Commanding. HEADQIJARTERS DEPXRTMENT OF ARKANSAS, Little Rock, Ark., September 24, 1864. Brig. Gen. J. M. THAYER Commanding District of the Frontier, Fort Smith, Ark.: GENERAL: You will please order the battalion of the Eleventh U. S. Colored Infantry and the detachwent of Third Wisconsin Cavalry Volunteers, now serving in your district, to proceed with as little delay as possible to Little Rock. The Eleventh U. S. Colored will report to Colonel Cummings, superintendent of colored troops, and the detach- ment of Third Wisconsin Cavalry to the commanding officer of the regiment. By order of Maj. Gen. F. Steele: . D. GREEN, Lieutenant- Colonel and Assistant Adjutant- General. SAINT LoUIS, September 24, 1864. Captain PENNOCK, - Commanding, & c., Cairo Thanks for sending gun-boat to Girardean. Shelby is coming up - between Pilot Knob and Girardean. His advance occupies Farming- ton, and it is reported Price is to follow. W. S. ROSECRAKS, Major- General Page 342 342 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. (CHAP. till. HEADQUARTERS, Saint Louis, Mo., September 24, 1864. Major-General HALLECK, Chief of Staff: The evidence is strong that we are to have a very formidable invasion by Southeast Missouri. Price has ten brigades of mounted infantry, and will arm the 0. A. K.s in the State whenever he can. The ad- vance, 5,000 strong, with four pieces of artillery, was in Fredericktowu to-day. We shall use every available means to defend ourselves, but our force is weak and scattered over the State. If we destroy the for- age we have in Southwest Missouri, we shall not be able to occupy it this winter, hence I have kept Sanborn there to the last W. S. ROSECRANS Major- General. SAINT LoUIS, September 24, 1864. Governor HALL, Jefferson City: Shelby reported at Fredericktown, with 4,000 or 5,000 men and four pieces of artillery. Nothing definite of Price except that he was re- ported at Pocahontas some days since. Will have to call out all the militia of the Central District, Southeast District, and IRolla District, but will not call them until we are certain. W. S. ROSECIRANS, Major- General. SAINT LoUIS, September 24, 1864. Mr. BARLOW, Superintendent Iron Mountain Railroad: While Shelbys raid is in progress keep your rolling-stock well in hand for use in transporting troops for patrolling. The scarcity of cav- alry renders this necessary. A tender should precede trains of troops to avoid accidents. Let us know with whom we can communicate at all hours. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. DE SoTo, September 24, 1864. General ROSEcRANS: Your dispatch is received and will be cheerfully complied with. Respectfully, S. D. BARLOW, President and Superintendent. SAINT LOUIS, Mo., September 24, 1864. Maj. J. HOUGH, Assistant Adjutant- General, Jefferson Barracks: I will he down in the morning (Sunday). The division will probably move on Monday morning; have everything in readiness. A. J. SMITH, Major- General Page 343 CHAP. LIII.J CORRESPONDENCE, ETCUNION. SAINT Louis, Mo., September 24, 1864. Lient. H. HANSON, Headquarters Jefferson Barracks: Direct Colonel Shaw to have the Second Brigade in readiness to take the cars immediately. The cars will be at the barracks by 10 p. in., sufficient to carry the brigade and battery. Let the men carry three days rations in their haversacks; other supplies will be sent in the morning. I will give further instructions in course of an hour. A. J. SMITH. Major- General. Lieutenant Hanson will deliver this at once to Colonel Shaw. SAINT Louis Mo Lient. H. HANSON, - , ., September 24, 1864. Headquarters Jefferson Barracks: The commanding officer of the brigade about to move will proceed on the iron Mountain Railroad to Mineral Point, and make a disposi- tion of his troops to defend the place against a rebcl force said to be a~proaching it under General Shelby. General Ewing goes down oii the train, and the commanding officer of the brigade will report to him at Jefferson Barracks for further instructions. Have this delivered to Colonel Shaw at once. A. J. SMITH, Major- General. SAINT Louis, Mo., September 24, 1864. Lient. H. HANSON, Je~ersou Barracks: How soon will the train now at th~ barracks be ready to move ~ Go to the telegraph office; I want to talk to you. A. J. SMITH, Major- General. SAiNT Louis Mo Lieut. H. HANSON, ~, ., September 24, 1864. Jefferson Barracks: Please request Colonel Shaw to have another brigade, with its bat- tery, ready to leave the barracks by 7 oclock to-morrow morning, with three days rations. Cars will be at the barracks by 7 a. m. I will come down on the first train. Provide the men with fifty rounds of ammunition in addition to what they have in their boxes. A. J. SMITH, Major- General. SAINT Louis Mo Lient. H. HANSON, , ., September 24, 1864. Jefferson Barracks: General Ewing will leave in twenty minutes for Jefferson Barracks. The officer commanding the Second Brigade will report to him, on his arrival, for further instructions. The brigade will not probably go far- ther than De Soto. A. J. SMITH, Major- General Page 344 344 LOUISIANA AND TIlE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. CAPE GIRARDEAU, September 24, 18642 p. m. General EWING-, Saint Louis, Mo.. Everything quiet. Cannot Ilnd any large rebel force west or south- west of here. I have reoccupied Jackson, and have force on the way to Bloomtield. H. M. HILLER, Lieutenant~ Colonel. Commanding. HEADQUARTERS SAINT LOUIS DISTRICT, Saint Louis, Mo., September 24, 1864. Major WILSON, Commanding Pilot Knob: Do you believe the reports of the paroled prisoner ~ Increase the guards on your bridges to-night, if possible, as far as the tunnel, espe- cially the largest bridge and those most likely to be attacked. THOS. EWING, JR., Brigadier- General. SAINT LOUIS, Mo., September 24, 18649.30 p. m. COMMANDING OFFICER, De Soto: Send out a scouting party to-night toward Farmington. A force of rebels reached there from Fredericktown this afternoon. Endeavor to ascertain and inform me of their further movements. THOMAS EWING, JR., Brigadier- General. - IROLLA, September 24, 1864. Maj. 0. D. GREENE, Assistant Adjutant-General, Saint Louis, Mo.: My scouts sent out on the 16th have just come in. They did not get into Arkansas, or indeed accomplish much worthy of note. They report that Shelby was in Lawrence County, Ark., on the 19th instant, but do not locate Price. They report that Price is to bring arms for Colemans and Freemans bands. Coleman is to come in between Salem and Potosi in the direction of Steelville. Freeman is to attack Salem; he has about 500 men. These parties were also to operate against the railroad from Rolla to Saint Louis, Mo. JOHN MCNEIL, Brigadier- General, U. S. Volunteers, Commanding. I join you in congratulations over Sheridans glorious news. MCNEIL, Brigadier- General. SAINT LOUIS, Mo., September 24, 1864. Brigadier-General MCNEIL, Commanding, & c., Boila: The general commanding says watch your opportunity, gather all the cavalry you can together, and if Coleman or Freeman come up strike them a hard blow and whip them in detail, it possible. FRANK S. BOND, Major and Aide-de-Camp Page 345 CHAx~. LIII.] 345 CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. SAINT Louis, Mo., September 24, 1864. Brigadier-General MCNEIL, Ilolla: Shelby reported at Fredericktown with 300; advance at Saint Francis River. Call out all the militia in your district. Put your teamsters at work On your forts. Put everything in requisition for an obstinate defense in case of attack. Ann and assigu all al)le-bodied citizens fit to have arms. W. S. HOSECRANS, Major- General. Has the Seventeenth Illinois arrived ~ W. S. ROSECIRANS, ill ~jor- General. ROLLA, September 24, 1864. Major-General IROSECRANS: One battalion of the Seventeenth Illinois arrived here last night. The balance of the regiment may not be here for some days. There cannot be much militia in this district. Warmoth has been three weeks engaged in getting less than 300 men here. Unless I have a more efficient officer than he to rely upon little can be expected of the mili- tia. Your orders shall be carried out about teamsters. I have a large amount of ammunition for Springfield, which the quartermaster says he can get off on Monday. It will require a heavy scout to Lebanon, even if General Sanborn can relieve my guard there. The ordnance officer at Springfield calls loudly for it. What shall I do about sending it forward ~ JOHN MCNEIL, Brigadier- General. SAINT LouIs, Mo., September 24, 1864. Brigadier-General MCNEIL. Commanding, & e., Rolla: The generaC commanding (lirects inc to say that evidence goes to show that we are to have a heavy invasion. Every preparation should be made, therefore, to expect it from the south and east, possibly in your rear. Send one company to each bridge, or send mounted militia, if they will fight, to guard the bridge between iRolla and here. The am- munition need not be sent till you hear from me. FRANK S. BOND, Major and Aide-de-Camp. SEPALIA, September 24, 1864. Maj. 0. D. GREENE, Assi.~tajit Adjutant- General: I have the honor to report my arrival at this place with (letachment of the Seventh Missiouri State Militia and artillery. About 400 cavalry are scouting south of Rocheport. Wagon train with stores will be here to-morrow and all will be moved by railroad from War- rensbnrg by Monday morning. I have left two companies at Warrens- burg, one at Knobnoster, one at Clinton, and one at Lexington. Couriers with relay stations have been established between the telegraph stations and the Osage for rapid transmission of intelligence. E. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General Page 346 346 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIppT. (CITAP Liii. TIPTON AND BOONVILLE ROAD [September 24, 1864.] Capt. J. H. STEGER: I cannot hear of any guerrillas in this vicinity or in the direction of Pisgali. Can hear nothing of busliwliackers. W. D. BLAIR, Gaptain, Gommanding. SEDALIA, September 24, 1864. Capt. W. D. BLAIR, Tipton: Keep scouts out in all directions and remain at Tipton until further orders. By command, & c.: J. H. STEGER, Assistant A4jutant- 4enerat. HDQRS. FIRST SUB-DISTRICT OF CEUTRAL MISSOURI, Brigadier-General BROWN, Jefferson City, September 24, 1864. Commanding District of Central Missouri: GENERAL: The expedition which I sent up the river to Marion, of which I iiiforined you personally, has returned. Colonel Lazear, who commanded, reports having taken one fiat-boat and five skift~ and brought them to this place. He also reports one skiff remaining in the river at Grays Station. The colonel (Lazear) thinks from informa- tion gained, there are quite a number of rebels on the north side of the river from Cedar Creek np as high as Marion. I have thehonor fur- ther to report that in obedience to your instructions I have taken pos- session of the steamer Cora and placed a command of fifty men on her with instructions to the officer in command as directed by you. The boat will leave at 3.30 this afternoon. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, FRANK. W. HICKOX, Colonel Forty-third Regiment Enrolled Missouri Militia. Major-General ROSECRANS, SPRINGFIELD, Mo., September 24, 1864. Commanding Department of the Missouri: Strawberry Creek has its source about ten or fifteen miles southwest from Salem, Fulton County, Ark., and inns southeast into the Black River. We can raise 500 militia in this county and about 1,500, I think, in the whole district. All will fight, I think. The woman scout has brothers in the rebel army and she always manages to get the con- lidence of their officers. She has spied a good deal for us from Neosho and has always been reliable and correct. She says that she expressed great doubt to Colonel Speer about Price and his force coming to Mis- souri, and to satisfy her that what lie said was true he exhibited these letters to show the army was iiorth of Batesville. Their in- fanti-y may have been mounted. I will forward another rebel mai Page 347 C~P. LIII.1 CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 347 captured near Keetsville by a detachment of the First Arkansas from some rebels killed in a fight there a few days ago. These letters all represent that Price is coming to Missouri with 12,000 mounted men with the view of spending the winter, and that the infantry have all been ordered up from Louisiana and Texas to Camden; and some writers of these letters say that if Missonrians are true to themselves, Price can stay permanently, and that he has been preparing for this movement for two months. The movenient seems to be considered an important one. Six of the Second Kansas soldiers who were escorting the train captured on Cowskin have come in to Newtonia and report that after fighting from 2 oclock until 8 on last Monday morning the enemy got between Major Hopkins command and the train and cap- tured the entire train, and that Stand Watie made the attack with 1,800 men and four ])ieces of artillery, and that about 000 of the force had gone north, and say the train was composed of 200 Government wagons and 50 other wagons. JOHN B. SANBOIRN, Brigadier- (Jeneral, Commanding. SAINT Louis, Mo., Septem her 24, 186412.3O midnight. Brigadier-General SAKEORN, Commanding, & c. The general commanding directs me to say if you have ammunition enough to fight two or three battles, dont send for any more. The invasion is too near Ilolla. It will probably come by the way of South- east Missouri, Pilot Knob. Have everything in the snuggest possible order so that you can move at a moments warning. How many wagons have you6? You must let none fall into the hands of the enemy. This is to call your attention to the subject that you may forecast and inform the commanding general. in his desire to cover the country munch must be left to your discrefion. Should we be able to do without you it will be Wery desirable that you should hold your l)osition. FRANK S. BOND, Major and Aide-de-Camp. HDQRS. SEVENTH PROVISIONAL IRE(nMENT CAVALRY, Mount Vernon, Mo., September 24, 1864. Brig. Gen. J. B. SANBORN, Commanding District of Soathwest Missouri GENERAL: It is reliably reported here that there were 200 rebels in Carthage on yesterday; that they camped on Jones Creek the night of the 22d instant; that they were traveling north. Captaimis Mitchell and Stotts are on a scout to-day in the direction of Jones Creek and Carthage. They probably have eighty men with them. 1 have not heard from them since they started. It seems to me that twenty men at Lamar will be in great danger of being cut oft and taken in if not relieved soon. Very respectfully, your obedient servaimt, JOHN 1). ALLEN, Colonel, Coin manding Page 348 348 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF SOUTHWEST MISSOURI, Springfield, Mo., September 24, 1864. Col. JOHN D. ALLEN, (Jommanding, Mount Vernon: COLONEL: Upon receipt of this you will detach from your command one lieutenant and forty men for special duty. Instruct them to pro- ceed to Jasper County and there collect all available teams for the pur- pose of removing women and childreu from about Carthage. Instruct them also to escort the mowing machines now near Carthage to Green- field and then return to yonr post. If these teams belong- to Union citizens they will be returned after moving out the families. If the owners are secesh, send the teams to tIme quartermaster here. Let Mitchells men perform this duty if they have not already come in and then report to you. Very respectfully, & c., JOHN B. SANBOIIN, Brigadier- General, Commanding. SAINT Louis, Mo., September 24, 1864. Brigadier-General FISK, Glasgow: Two telegrams received. Report satisfactory. Spare no efforts in time. Give them no rest until they are squelched out. Tell our men it is fight or die. There will be no trifling. By order of Major-General iRosecrans: FRANK S. BOND, Major and Aide-de-Camp. Shelby is coining into Southeast Missouri. His advamice is at Farm- ingtoii. GLXSGOW, September 24, 1864. Lieutenant CLARKE, Aide-de- Qamp, Saint Joseph: We are constantly fighting the bushwhackers. Twelve of time Third Cavalry Missouri State Militia were surprised and killed near IRoche- port yesterday. Major Leonard killed 0 of Andersons gang, taking from their dead bodies 30 revolvers and capturing 7 horses. Another party killed 4 of the same gaimg and captured 25 horses. Boone and Howard are swarming with guerrillas; every conceivable bushwhacker from Bill Anderson down to Guitar can be found in this region. CLINTON B. FISK, Brigadier- General. Brigadier-General DOUGLASS, GLASGOW, Mo., September 24, 1864. Roeheport: Commnissary stores will be shipped to Rocheport on first steamer. The disaster to Matthews is serious. Is it possible that he divided his command in marching through that villainous region ~ We must make up for this loss speedily. Major King is on the route to Fayette with20t) well-appointed muen and one howitzer. Keep me posted fully every day, and make Boone and Howard too hot for the devils, either i Page 349 OHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 349 or out of the brush, to live in. Let the people feel the war. Compel them to haul forage and furnish subsistence. What ammunition will you need ~? Keep the rebels busy bearing your messages, and hold them responsible with their lives first and property afterward for prompt and faithful performance of duty.* CLINTON B. FISK, Brigadier- General. MEXICO, September 24, 1864. General FISK: No word from General Douglass. We have word that the bush- whackers are aiming to concentrate in the northeastern part of Cal- laway. Will send a force of cavalry in that direction to-night from Wellsville and Fulton. Will telegraph you result.. F. D. EVANS, Assistant Adjutant- General. GLASGOW, Mo .~ September 24, 1864. Maj. F. D. EvANS, Assistant Adjutant- General, Mexico: I learn that a serious disaster occurred to the Third Cavalry Mis- souri State Militia., eight miles north of Rocheport, yesterday morning, by which their commissary and quartermaster train and thirty prisoners were lost.. It appears that Colonel Matthews did not move his com- mand in a body as ordered. When did General Douglass leave Mexico, and when would he be in the neighborhood ot Rocheport~ CLINTON B. FISK, Brigadier- General. HUNTSVILLE, September 24, 1864. General C. B. FISK: liiformnation just received that 400 rebels were at Brunswick Thurs- day evening. They sent in hag of truce and demanded a surren~er. Colonel Moberly refused. They withdrew without att.acking. Did not learn which way they went. A. F. DENNY, Lieutenant- Colonel. HUNTSVILLE, September 24, 1864. General C. B. FISK: I learn from a reliable source that there were 100 guerrillas near Keytesville this morning, supposed to be going north. A. F. DENNY, Lieutenant- Colonel. GLASGOW, Mo., September 24, 1864. Col. A. F. DENNY, Iluntsrille: Brunswick has not been threatened. Messenger just in from that point. All quiet and safe in their direction. CLINTON B. FISK, Brigadier- General. * For dispatch to which this is a rcj)ly, scc Part I, p. 432 Page 350 350 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LUL HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF NORTH MISSOURI, Glasgow, 31o., & ptember 24, 1864. Lient. Col. D. J. HYNES, Chief of Cavalry, Brunswick, Mo.: COLONEL: I have the honor to acknowledge receipt of your Keytes- yule dispatch. The messenger arrived and reported at 1 oclock this morning. You will not wait my arrival at Brunswick, as it is quite doubtful when I can go in that direction, if at all. Make up report of the Keytesvil]e disaster aud send me by Griswold as soon as completed. Retain your escort while necessary and then order them across the country bushwhacking to their command. We can as yet learn of no concentration of guerrillas, but shall find the rascals if in this region. The more I learn of the Keytesville affair the worse it turns out to be. Somebody must be hung for the villainous treachery exhibited at the surrender. Go to the bottom of the Moberly organization and make such recommendations as the cause of loyalty demands. I am, colonel, with great respect, your obedient servant, CLINTON B. FISK, Brigadier- General. MACON, Sejptember 24, 1864. General FISK: I received a message from Colonel Moberly stating that he expected an attack last night. He speaks as though it would be impossible for him to hold the place, and wants hell). W. FORBES, Colonel. GLASGOW, Mo., September 24, 1864. Colonel FORBES, Macon City: Moberly is in no danger. Messenger in from Brunswick reports no bushwhackers in that region. CLINTON B. FISK, Brigadier- General. WAR DEPARTMENT, Major-General CURTIS, Washington, September 24, 1864. Fort Leavenworth, Kans.: General Rosecrans has becii directed to give you the regiment of Colorado cavalry at or near Kansas City. All your available forces not required against Western Indians should be thrown south, on the Fort Scott route. Large re-enforcemeitts have been seiit to the Arkan- sas River to cut off the enerny~s retreat. H. W. HALLECK, Major- General and Chief of Staff. FORT LEAVENWORTH, September 24, 1864. General ROSECRANS, Saint Louis, Mo.: A rcliable spy has given intelligence of rebel presence and purposes, which he got through a relative in rebel lines~ There is quite a forc Page 351 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 351 east of Independence, who calculate to make a junction with rebel forces expected to come from below to join them in the Sni Hills, or that vicinity, for a raid into Kansas or anywhere else. They are under Todd, Pool, Thrailkill, and others. S. H. CURTIS, Major- General, SAINT Louis, Mo., feptcntber 24, 1864. Major-General CuRTIs, Leavenworth: Further news from the southeast shows some rebel force in toward Fredericktown. Paroled prisoners report Price following this with heavy trains. Dispatch from General Steele says Price has from 5,000 to 10,000 mounted infantry and seventeen pieces of artillery, and was at Pocahontas day before yesterday~ I dont credit it. Thrailkill, Todd, Perkins, Quantrill, and Peacher, are in Boone aiid Howard Counties, not many on the sonth side but a raid into Kansas is no doubt desired and watchod with anxiety by the rascals. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. Major-General HOSECRANS, LEAVENWORTH, September 24, 1864. Saint Louis, Mo.: A dispatch from Fort Scott states Colonel Williams met Stand Watie and whipped him and drove him beyond Verdigris, but did not recap- tnre much of the train. Williams remains at Flat Creek, forty miles this side of Gibson. Report that Carthage, Mo., is burned. Price at Cane Hill and also advancing on Fort Scott. Colonel Fords troops needed to relieve 100-days regiment, whose time has expired. Please send force to Kansas City and Pleasant Hill soon. S. R. CURTIS, Major- General. SAINT Louis Mo Maj. Gen. S. R. CURTIS, , ., September 24, 1864. Leavenworth: Line open to Cassyille this morning. No information has reached Sanborn as to Prices movements at Cane Hill, & c., such as you report. W. S. ROSECRAKS, Major- General. FORT LEAVENWORTH, September 24, 1864. Col. C. W. BLAIR: General Ros~crans telegraphs that the telegraph is open to Cassville, and he gets no news of Price at Cane Hill, or the burning of towns such as you hear. What credence do you give to your reports and what do they amount to? Keep me posted by direct communication as to the news below. One hundred guns are being fired for Sheridans victory yesterday. $. H. CURTIS, Major- General Page 352 352 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. FORT SCOTT, KANS., September 24, 1864. Maj. Gen. S. H. CURTIS: Have just returned from review and inspection. From what I gather from men just in from Fort Smith, I should say that no large force has crossed the Arkansas together, except Brooks command, which is at Clarksville, on the river, and is abont 1,200. Four hundred men were near Cane Hill ten or twelve days since, bnt not more. The force which took the train was Generals ~ and Stand Waties, with Texans and Indians, numbering about 2,300, with six gnus. They took in several hay parties not far from Gibson, a number of citizens, two companies of the Second Kansas, and one negro company. They recrossed the Arkansas, going south forty miles below Gibson, with a large propor- tion of the train plunder, some having been thrown away, but not much. There is now no enemy more than usual north of the Arkansas. There is not, and has not been yet, any danger of Southern Kansas being invaded, but the next train will ni~ed large escort, and the force detailed for that purpose by Colonel J enuison is ample. I will iiisure its safety if it goes as now ordered. Carthage was burned or partly so. Two of my scouts were on a hill in sight and saw some houses burning and about fifteen men running around in the town. They supposed it was a small force of our local bushwhackers. CHAS. W. BLAIR, Colonel. FORT LEAVEN~XORTH, September 24, 1864. Colonel BLAIR: Do you know where Colonel Williams is or any of the Fort Smith troops ~ When will the llext train go down, and will they escort it ~ G. D. THAYER, Lieutenant and Aide-de-Camp. FORT SCOTT, September 24, 1864. Lieut. G. D. THAYER, Fort Leavenworth, Kans.: Colonel Williams is at Flat Rock; Major Foreman at Hudsons Cross- ing. Train will start next Tuesday, escorted by our troops, to Cabin Creek, and by Colonel Williams on from there. CHAS. W. BLAIR, Colonel, & e. HEADQUARTERS T)ISTRICT OP SOUTH KANSAS, Lawrence, September 24, 1864. Col. J. W. GOODwIN, Comdg. 138th Illinois Infantry, Fort Leavenworth, Kans.: COLONEL: I have the honor to represeiit that Company G, One hun- dred and thirty-eighth Illinois Iiifantry, on their recent niarch from Paola to Lawrence committed depredations upon the property of peace- able citizens living along the road in the vicinity of Black Jack. Rep- resentations of these facts, which I believe to be true, were made to me, and an account of $30 damages was presented. The account was referred to Captain Lamport, commanding the company, with instru Page 353 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 353 tions to investigate the matter, collect the amount from the company, and deposit the money at these headquarters to be paid to the injured parties. Captain Lamport left this place this morning with his com- pany for Fort Leavenworth without taking any steps to carry out my instructions in regard to this matter. I have now to request that you will take such measures as you think best to collect from the guilty parties the amount of damages claimed by these citizens, and place it in the hands of some reliable person to be paid over to them. I am, sir, respectfully, your obedient servant, GEG. SYKES, ilfajor- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF NEW MEXICO, Ojo (Jaliente, N. ]Wiex., September 24, 1864. Capt. CYRuS II. DE FORREST, Acting Assi8tant Adjutant- General, Santa P6, N. Alex. DEAR CAPTAIN: I received your note and the papers this morning. Tell Captain Lewis to say to Colonel Brown that he can appoint recruit- ing officers from a~mongst those in his regiment not mustered out, i. e., one of Captain Stombs company for Franklin; one of Withams at Las Cruces (Stombs and Witham are eligible); one of the Craig officers for Craig; one of Johnsons for Fort Union, and one of Gorhams company or Fritzs company for Fort Sumner. The men enlisted will be assigned first to fill Fritzs company, then to fill Company A, then C, and so on. The department order regulating the recruiting for Colonel Seldens reginlent will be the rule for all officers out of service who wish to raise companies to fill the First Cavalry California Volunteers. The com- panies (A, C, B, and E) will be filled or raised as if they never existed. Of course the man who can raise a company will be appointed to com- mand it, and the Governor of California will be requested to issue the commission to him. If Captain Nichols or any other captain or officer or man fit to be an officer can enlist a company the rule is plain. Say to Captain Lewis that he can write to Nichols or to any one Colonel Brown will recommend for captain and give him the same instruction s about raising men as were givemi to Seldens captains. I will confirm their appointments. All men enlisted below the Jornada will be sent to [Lasj Cruces; those enlisted at Craig will be retained there; those enlisted at Union or Sumner will be kept at those posts. Orders will afterward be given where each company will be finally organized. When I say that Company B (Fritzs) will be filled first, I mean by assignment of men recruited by officers remaining in the service, unless those men enlist for some special company. When this company is full then the next one shall have the help of this general recruiting, and so on. I do not wish Colonel Carson to be fitted out with an extensive expedition now, but wish this: If he can get, say, not less than 200 or more than 300 Utes to go, starting at once, he can have the help of twenty-five cavalry from the California company at Union, and the help of the troops already on the plains. If he cannot go with these the idea must be given up until I can get more force at Union. In case he can go with these and have the help of tile troops already out, as indicated in my letter to him of the 18th instant, then he is to have rifles (old and worn) and powder and ball and a blanket apiece, and rations for the Ute~, the rifles to be given up on the return of the Utes. This covers the whole ground that I can agree to now. When winter sets in and 23 R RYOL XLI, PT II Page 354 354 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. the trains are in off the plains, then I wish to make a more extended campaign. This movement is mainly intended to cripple the Indians of the plains and commit the Utes to onr side meantime. This I have written to-day to Colonel Carson. Tell Colonel MeFerran this, so that instructions may be given to correspond with what is here written with reference to snpplies in case the Utes agree to go. Iii the more extended operations later in the season the Kavajoes may be employed. If the three companies from Canby arrive in time two of them can go and the twenty-five Californians. In thi~ case all the men that can be mounted withont buying any horses must be mounted. The others will go on foot. Dismounted men are the best to defend a train or a camp. Say to Captain Bell I wish him to make his calculations for the amount of food which it will be necessary soon to advertise for the Kavajoes and Apaches. Truly, yonrs, JAMES II. CARLETON, Brigadier- General, ~omm~nding. IIDQRS. DIST. OF M1NN DEPT OF THE NORTHWEST, Saint Paul, Minn., September 24, 1864. Col. M. T. THOMAS, Commanding Expeditionary Forces, Port Wadsworth: COLONEL: If the command nuder yonr immediate orders are still at Fort Wadsworth when this dispatch reaches you General Sibley directs that but two of the cavalry companies detailed by you to relieve the companies of the Thirtieth Wisconsin Volunteers, as directed by sealed orders addressed to you at that post 22d ultimo, shall retain their horses there. The other two companies will be dismounted and their horses brought down nuder your direction to Fort Ridgely, where orders will be found as to the disposition to be made of them. You will instruct Major Rose, who will remain in command at Fort Wads- worth, as previously ordered, that the grain for forage at that post is to be used very sparingly. The horses are not to be fed with grain wheu not actively employed while the grazing is good, and in any case not over half allowance should be given them, as the prices of grain and of transportatiou to that post are too enormous to permit full forage of that description to any animals at that post. Major Clowney has already been instructed on the subject. By command of Brigadier-General Sibley: I am, colonel, very respectfully, your obedient servant, R. C. OLIN, Assistant Adjutant- General. CITY POINT, Yx., September 25, 1864. (Received 2.45 p. in.) Major-General HALLEcK, Chief of Staff: Can you not detail General Seymour to inspect in Arkansas? If not, I will detail Lieutenant-Colonel Babcock and send him. U. S. GRANT, Lieutenant- General Page 355 CHAP. LHI.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 355 SHREVEPORT, LA., iS%ptember 25, 1864. * * * * * * * That order from the Secretary of War sending all the infantry across the river to Hood, which could not be accomplished from the fact that the intended movement was speedily known to the Feds who patrolled the river from Saint Louis to the Delta night and day, yet was pro- ductive of great evil, for thousands of the men positively refused to leave their homes and families to go so far, and thus mutiny, dis- organization, and demoralization followed, so that at this time I truly believe it would be utterly impossible to get up any kind of an effective force to oppose the Federal hosts. General Price has gone into Mis- souri, taking with him nearly all the cavalry belonging to this depart- ment; this is also known to the enemy, who are cunning enough to see that now is the time to retrieve the disaster of last spring and occupy without much opposition the whole Trans-Mississippi country. * * * * * * * NoTE.Captured in a rebel mail near Saint Joseph, La., en route from Texas to Richmond. [Indorsem~nt.] IIDQRS. MILITARY DIVISION OF WEST Mississippi, New Orleans, October 12, 1864. The writer of this letter is the wife of an officer of Kirby Smiths staff; and in what she says may be regarded as reflecting the views enter- tained at his headquarters. The disaffection to which she refers was understood at the time to have included only the Texas troops, but it appears to have been more extensive. A part of Buckners force (Dick Taylors old division) is still under orders to cross and join him in his new comlnand, as they are principally Louisianians and are to serve in the District of East Louisiana. The attempt to cross will no doubt be made. ED. li. S. CANBY, ]Vfc~or- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS LA FOURCHE DISTRICT Thibodeaux, La., & ptember 25, 1864. Colonel JONES, Commanding Post, Brashear City: If my maps are correct it is not necessary that a boat goes through Lake Xatchez to get to Micheltres plantation, on Grand River. if Lieutenant-Commander Washburne will try it, let them do so, and if it is found impossible the boat can return. See Lieutenant Washburne, and if the hour of junction does not suit him I should know to-night. You will see that the officers in charge of the infantry are instructed not to allow any unauthorized plundering. By command of Brig. Gen. H. A. Camncromi: B. B. CAMPBELL, Assistant Adjutant- General Page 356 356 LOUISIANA AND TIU~ TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. MoRGANzA, September 25, 1854. (Received 8.45 a. in.) Lieutenant-Colonel CHRISTENSRN: Arrived last night; left Little Rock 20th p. m. All quiet. Price had passed into Missouri about 16th, with mounted force. Mower had moved toward Jacksonport; had not been heard from when I left. Will leave here to-day or to-night for New Orleans. J. J. REYNOLDS, Major- General, Commanding. IIDQRS. DIST. OF BATON Rouo~ AND PORT HUDSON, Baton Rouge, La., September 25, 1864. SIR: On the 10th of September I went from Osyka to Clinton. Found no others there than the militia, about 380 men, with old mus- kets and rifles, who were to go home on the 12th, and they were replaced by Colonel Carter with 260 men, who stayed a few days there and was ordered on the 19th to Woodville, Scotts headquarters are at Liberty. He has with him 380 or 400 men. He sent from Liberty to Clinton 200 men with four cannon for the purpose of picketing and scouting. They mostly picket on the plank road and old Liberty road, and the first picket is standing at the fork of the Liberty and Williams Bridge road. The first picket on the plank road is six miles this side of Clinton. From Clinton I went to Woodville and found one company of Powers regiment. From Woodville I went to Tunica; found the rest of Powers regiment and Fourth Louisiana Cavalry with six cannon. From Tunica on the road to Natchez I fonnd the place where Taylors men are to cross at Rodney. There are stationed there three regi- ments, Woods, Dunionteils and Wilwards [Wingfields], about 1,000 men each. The Fourteenth Confederate Regiment is stationed along the road from Rodney to Jackson, Miss. At Rodney are six cannon, two 12-pounders and four 24-pounders. I stayed two days in Jackson, and found that Mabrys brigade, seven regiments, 6,000 strong, received orders from Mobile to be ready to come down to Jackson from above, so that whenever there is a chance to cross the Mississippi they may go to Rodney to protect the crossing. Kirby Smiths men will remain west of the Mississippi, and Gardner~ who has taken command of Tay- lors old men, is to bring them across the river. From Jackson I went to Monticello, where is a large commissary store and Captain Griffins men. The most of the regiment to which Captain Griffin belongs is at home. There is a pontoon bridge across the river there. The principal commissary store is on the other side of Pearl River at Mount Carmel, but I did not go there. Between Moant Carmel and Columbia there are about 1,500 cattle. From Monticello to llazlehnrst there is nothing of importance. At Brookhaven there is a large commissary store and cattle pen with about 600 head of cattle. Two miles from Brookhaven, in the woods, I found fifty wagons, with one large yawl on each, and drawn by four mules, which stand ready, when an opportunity should offer, to assist Dick Taylors men to cross the Mississippi. They attempted to cross at Tuivica on the 4th, but had to return on account of the gun-boats going up and down the river too much. On the 10th they went with twenty wagons ten miles this side of Rodney, but returned because they feared that we were on the watch for them. From Brookhaven I went to Summit and found a good deal of commis- sary stores and one company of soldiers. Stopped there and found ou Page 357 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 357 that Brookhaven and Summit were the points at which Taylors [pien], in ease they succeeded in crossing, were to be supplied with stores. From Summit I went to Osyka and found that all the provisions had been moved to Summit. At Camp Moore I found Colonel Ogden with 210 men, who were to scout the country and stop cotton. At Bayou Barbary, in Livingston Parish, I found two companies under Captain iDoyal (about seventy-five or eighty men). They are there to stop cotton, but there is more smuggling done there than any other place. They (the Confederates) get powder, revolvers, carbines, caps, clothing, and provisions. Stopped two days there. I saw a man by name of Alcus get fifty carbines and 60,000 water-proof caps. At Osyka, in the print- ing office, I saw in a paper that all the militia of Alabama should be sent to Mobile, because an order was received from Richmond that no troops could be sent from there, and the State must protect itself. All negroes were to be sent to Mobile to work on the fortifications. General lodge is commanding, with headquarters at Liberty. F. J. IIERRON, Major- General. (Received to-day from scout.) IIDQRS. SECOND ~DIVISIoN, SEVENTH ARMY CORPS, Devalls Bluff, Ark., September 25, 186410 a. m. Capt. C. II. DYER, Assistant Adjutant- General, Little Rock: The Celeste, with 100 men, reached Peach Orchard Bluff yesterday morning at 8 oclock, having been sent there for bricks. Rebel pickets were discovered there and driven off. The boat returned this morning with about 16,000 ordinary bricks. Very respectfully, C. C. ANDREWS, Brigadier- General, Commanding. HDQRS. SECOND DIvIsION SEVENTH ARMY CORPS, Devalls BlujJ Ark., September 25, 18644 p. m. Capt. C. II. DYER, Assistant Adjutant- General, Little Rock: The steamer Kenton was fired into yesterday just below Clarendon from that side on her passage out. Men described as belonging to the regular Confederate army have been within a few miles of here on the? east side of the river within the past three days. C. C. ANDREWS, Brigadier- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF WEST TENNESSEE, Maj. Gen. E. R. S. CANBY, Memphis, Tenn., September 25, 1864. Comdg. Military Division of West Mississippi: GENERAL: I beg leave to inclose a commnnication* addressed to me by Captain Bowman, inspector of cavalry, Department of Tennes- see. It is now pretty well ascertained that Price and Shelby have *Not found Page 358 358 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHii~. LIII. entered Missouri with a large mounted force. Forrest, when I last heard of him, was still at Okolona, and would soon move. That was ten days ago. The whole talk then was that he would devote himself to Shermans communications, and he told an acquaintance of his who resides here, but who was at his headquarters at Vernon, near Okolona, that he expected to have command of Wheelers and his own cavalry, and that he expected to visit Middle Tennessee and Kentucky I should have a cavalry force here equal to his, at least, and in myjudg- ment no time should be lost in organizing here a force of 8,000 or 10,000 cavalry. I have here now about 3,500 effective cavalry, and have 2,300 in Arkansas. If I could add 2,000 more, I should be so strong as to be able to pursue Forrest wherever he may go, or make a raid into Ala. bama that would bring him home. Should any of the Yicksburg cavalry be ordered here, I should like to have the Second Wisconsin, which has been dismounted and is very much run down. If I can get it, I can speedily mount and make it of some service. 1 am, general, your obedient servant, C. C. WASIIBULiX, ]liEajor- General. GENERAL ORDERS, IIDQRS. DEPARTMENT OF THE MISSOURI, No. 175. 5 Saint Louis, Julio., September 25, 1864. I. Maj. 0. D. Greene is hereby relieved from duty as assistant adjutant-general and chief of staff at these headquarters, that he may comply with orders received from the War Department. The commanding general, while he regrets extremely to lose the services of Major Greene in this department, takes great pleasure in testifying to his zeal, ability, efficiency, and honest devotion to duty while nuder his command. II. Col. John V. Du Bois, aide-de-camp, will assume the duties of chief of staff. III. All regiments and detachments of cavalry on duty in or near the city of Saint Louis will at once be organized into a Provisional Bri- gade, under the command of the senior cavalry officer present, who will report in person at these headquarters for instructions. By command of Major.General Rosecrans: J. F. BENNETT, Assistant Adjutant- General. JEFFERSON BARRACKS, September 25, 1864. Major-General iROSECRANS: I am now sending forward to De Soto the Second Brigade as rapidly as possible. General Ewing telegraphs that besides Shelbys 5,000, Marmaduke is coming upon the east of Pilot Knob with 3,000; was at Cedar Creek, moving in the direction of Fredericktown. A. J. SMITH, Major- General. JEFFERSON BARRACKS, September 25, 1864. Major-General IROSECRANS: The troops were not loaded when I got here. I cannot get them off for an hour or get to Dc Soto before daylight. THOS. EWING, JR., Brigadier- General Page 359 ChAr. MIT] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.---IJNION. 359 JEFFERSON BARRACKS, September 25, 1864. Major-General ROSECRAN~: Am just off with 600 infantry. The remainder of infantry, 700, and the battery will not get ~off for from one to three hours. The transpor- tation for the next brigade will be scant. THOMAS EWING, Jn., Brigadier- General. DE SoTo, September 25, 1864. Major-General IROSECRANS: No news here. Am sending parties out toward Farmington, when I will go on too as far as Mineral Point. THOS. EWING, JR., Brigadier- General. MINERAL POINT, September 25, 1864. Major-General IROSECRANS, Saint Louis: Just arrived with about 400 men. All large bridges heavily guarded and all small ones guarded as well [as] practicable as far- as Pevely. Received accompanying dispatch from Major Wilson. I have sent scouts east from Dc Soto, Cadet, and here. THOMAS EWING, Jm, Brigadier- General. MINERAL PoIiNT, September 25, 1864. General IROSECRANS: The following has just been received: PILoT KNOB. General EWING, Mineral Point: Scouts in from Farmiugton say the rebels occupy that place; nothing known as to their number. Have sent scouts to ascertain their strength. J. WILSON, Major, Commanding. THOS. EWING, JR., Brigadier- General. MINERAL POINT~, September 25, 1864. General ROSECRANS: The following is just received: IRONDALE, September ~5, 1864. Brigadier-General EWING: A citizen from Farmiugton reports that the rebels, fifty-four strong, attacked that place at 9 a. m. to-day; wounded 1 soldier and captured 5 or 6; sacked the town; left at 10 n.m. toward Fredericktown, the same way that they came. A small party attacked the town the day before and were repulsed. They went toward Valley Forge. H. H. WILLIAMS, Major, Commanding. THOMAS EWING,~ Jm, Brigadier- General Page 360 360 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. MINERAL POINT, September 25, 1864. General ROSECRANS: The following has just been received: Brigadier-General EWING, mONDALE, September 15, 1864. iMiineral Point: The scouts from Big River bridge ha~Ve returned. They weut in sight of Farming- ton; saw forty rebels moving out on the Potosi road. Think from what they learned that there were 200 or 300 of them. H. H. WILLIAMS, Major, Commanding. ThOMAS EWING, JR., Brigadier- General. MINERAL POINT, September 25, 1864. Major-General ROSEORANS: I am going to Irondale where are four stofes, which the rebels from Farmington may send a force to take. My force here is now 400 and on bridges 200. I order from IDe Soto one regiment more. There is now at De Soto four largest regiments of infantry and battery. I will open telegraph office at Irondale. Have you any advice or orders? THOMAS EWING, JR., Brigadier- General. MINERAL POINT, September 25, 1864. Major-General IROSECRANS: A cavalry force operating from IDe ~Soto south would better develop the course of the rebels than Major Wilson can. I hear nothing new or of interest in any directioii. Have ordered Wilson to push out his cavalry with more nerve. THOS. EWING, JR., Brigadier- General. MINERAL POINT, September 25, 1864. Major-General IROSECRANS: Nothing new. I will probably go back with the 400 infantry to Be Soto or Pilot Knob to-night, as information may lead me or your in- structions or General Smiths direct. I am strongly inclined to think nearly the whole force of the rebels are heading toward Cape Girardeau and not toward this lifie, though I have no information to-day,. except in dispatches from Lieutenant-Colonel Hiller and Major Wilson, for- warded to you from here by me. THOS. EWING, JR., Brigadier- General. PILOT KNOB, September 25, 1864. Brigadier-General EWING, lljfineral Point: Scouts just in report that in addition to Shelbys command that Mar- maduke passed up Cedar Creek the same day with a force of 3,000 men, all moving in - the direction of Fredericktown on parallel roads. I Page 361 CHAP. LIII.) CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 361 was rumored that Price had passed in the same directiou farther south, but nothing reliable iu regard to Price. The citizens did not report any artillery with either Shelby or Marmadukes commands. J. WILSON, Major, Commanding. PILOT KNOB, September 25, 1864. General IROSECRANS: The alarm was a false one. A patrol guard ran into the pickets and the latter got scared and came running into town and this caused the alarm. The patrol was trying to stop them, but could not. The pick ets took them to be rebels. WILSON, Major, Commanding. CAPE GIRARDEAU, September 25, 18648.30 a. m. General EWING, Saint Louis, Mo.: The captain in command of picket at Jack~on was either killed or captured, and I have received no reliable information of the number of rebels there. They made no demonstration this way last night. I have sent out a reconnoitering force toward Jackson and will have reliable news from there this afternoon. II. N. HILLEJI, Lieutenant. Colonel, Commanding. CAPE GIRARDEAU, September 25, 18643 p. m. 0-eneral EWING, Saint Louis, Mo.: A deserter from Jeffers rebel regiment came in and reported to me to-day. He has two brothers here who are loyal, and he has the appearance of being an honest man. He says he moved up with Price~s force from below the Arkansas to near Pocahontas. That Price con- centrated at Pocahontas, and he understood he had 16,000 men. Price sent back part of his artillery, and only brought six pieces to Pocahon- tas beside what Shelby had. He says the talk in camp was that Price was going to move up through the center of the State to Jefferson City. Jeffers left him at Pocahontas and moved up by way of Bloom. field. H. N. HILLEIt, Lieutenant- Colonel, Commanding. CAPE GIRARDEAU, September 25, 18645 p. m. General EWING, Saint Louis, Mo.: My force has just returned from Jackson. The rebels left there about daylight this morning, moving out on the Farmington road. There were between 400 and 500 of them, under Colonel Jeffers, Colonel Ward, and Major Parrott. I had some men at Patton at dark last night. There was no other rebel force this side of White Water last night, except that in Jackson. Captain Tacke, who commanded the picket force at Jackson, made his escape; lost 1 man killed and 16 missing. H. N. HILLER, Lieutenant-C~olonel, Commanding Page 362 362 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. NEW MADRID, Mo., September 25, 1864. Lieutenant-Colonel HuLLER, Commanding Sub-District, Cape Girardean: Sun: My scouts have been all through the country on all sides of us during the past two days. All my scouts report a force of about 2,000 rebels at Bloomfield or vicinity. Citizens confirm the same reports. Jeukins and three men weut in the vicinity of Charleston yesterday and returned last night; he reports the line cut and torn down for eight miles this side of Charleston. He dont think there is any force there; nothing but guerrilla bands under Harry and Jim Fugitt, who are robbing and stripping the town. Marion and Corey, of Company B, left Friday for Sikeston and vicinity; Marion got back last night. They were bushwhacked from Sikeston to within three miles of our pickets and Corey was dangerously wounded, receiviug four shots. He escaped and got to a private house thirteen miles out, where he is now. I have sent for him. Marion reports the rebels at Bloomfield in force and in squads all through the country. They had killed and dressed seven beeves yesterday between here and Sikeston, and appeared to be preparing for a force to come that way. I am ready for them if they come, but dont think I have men enough. The Sec- ond Wisconsin troops left yesterday. I cannot act on the offensive and do the guard duty. I cannot spare a force to go up to repair the line. Is it possible for me to have another company of infantry to do the guard duty and give my cavalry a chance to scout 0? Reports from be- low say there is a force of 400 or 500 at Horuersville. Miller is getting better. Yours, very respectfully, JAMES W. EDWARDS, Captain, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF ROLLA, Rolla, Mo., September 25, 1864. Major-General ROSECRANS, Comdg. Department of the Missouri, Saint Louis: DEAR SIR: I have the honor to acknowledge your three telegrams of last night. Your directions shall be complied with in each case, and the defense, when the occasion comes, shall be to the last man and the last gun if my troops will stand by me. You must recollect, however, general, that the infantry I have is raw and uninstructed; that I have but one battery for the field, and no cavalry that have ever been in action. Captain Hoelcke will by this time have advised you of the state of the forts, and the time needed to put them in a fair state for defense. I have no doubt that this will be in the line of advance of the main invading army. It is the shortest and most practicable route of advance to Jef ferson City, the political capital of the State and the first object of Prices ambition. It presents good roads for artillery, auid no rivers that are not easy of crossing at this season of the year. You will see the importance of having some good troops heretroops that will fight the enemys advance outside of our works, so as to inspire our green troops to stand up to the work when assaulted inside. You, general, know your means in hand, and it would be presumption to advise, but allow me respectfully to suggest that regular or well-drilled troops might be drawn from the north side of the river and the Missouri River counties occupied by the militia of the more northeru and more loyal counties. I believe you can hold the disloyal Missouri Rive Page 363 CHAP. LIH.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 363 counties this way as though they were iii a vise. I will send War- moths men along the railroad to-day, if possible. Shall send Colonel Beveridge to the front as far as Honston to keep a lookout, and I will wait the arrival of other troops. We are pressing the instruction of the Forty-fourth and Forty-eighth, and hope soon to have them ready to handle. I have the honor to be your obedient servant, JOHN McNEIL, Brigadier- General, Commanding. IROLLA, September 25, 1864, Maj. 0. D. GREENE, Assistant Adjutant- General: Colonel Beveridge informs me that the First Battalion of his tegi- ment may be expected here to-morrow. Is the First Battalion to be sent to me ~ Have the Seventh Kansas started yet ~ I want a dashing regiment to take the advance in attacking Freeman, Coleman, or Cole. Cole, a new officer, reported to have 1,000 men and camped in Black- water. I will know more about him soon. McNEIL, Brigadier- General. SAINT LouIs, Mo., September 25, 1864. Brig. Gen. J. MCNEIL, If olla: The Seventh Kansas has not its arms ready ,but I now think of retaining it here to organize a force capable of doing some mischief to the enemy. If the enemy comes east of you I should like to have your infantry and batteries prepared to hold the post, and Sanborn making a similar arrangement for Springfield, to join you, and Browns spare cavalry to harass the enemy. Make him travel slowly and compactly. I will advise with Sanborn and Brown. Let me know what kind of roads and crossings of the Osage and Gasconade are between you and Jefferson City, and how long time to march across. W. S. IROSECIRANS, Major- General. SPECIAL ORDERS, ~ HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF IIOLLA, No. 147. Ifolla, Mo., September 25, 1864. I. Col. I. S. Warmoth, Sixty-third Enrolled Missouri Militia, will immediately call into active service all the Enrolled Missouri Militia in this district to rendezvous at Rolla and Cuba City, Mo., for service in the field for the period of sixty days unless sooner discharged. By order of Brig. Gen. John McNeil: C. G. LAUIRANT, Captain and Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF BOLLA, Rolla, Mo., September 25, 1864. Maj. 0. P. NEWBERRY, Commanding at Salem: MAJOR: I received your note of yesterday. My information is that Shelby is to cross the Saint Francis River and attack Pilot Knob. H Page 364 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSWSIPPI. (CHAP. LIII. was reported at Saint Francis iRiver last night. Coleman was to come between Salem and Potosi to take Steelville and operate against the railroad, while Freeman was to attack you, and t~heii go at the road. Freeman is supposed to have 500 men, nearly armed by Price, who hauled up the arms. Get all the information you can in regard to Colonel Cole, the amount of his force, and his position. I will try to relieve you so you may go for him or send somebody to do it for you. Do not risk your post by leaving it, to go on any out-of-the-way expedition until you are ordered. The State will be invaded by two or more powerful columns, and we will all have fighting enough without traveling far for it. In the meantime if you can strike any party near your post do so without waiting for orders. Keep a good lookout in front, and give me such advice as you receive in regard to the movements of the enemy. You will also keep a scout well toward Centreville. If Shelb.ys move on Pilot Knob should be a feint, he will come in on you that way, and join with the main column; make this the objective point. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, J. McNEIL, Brigadier- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS POST OF SALEM, Mo., September 25, 1864. Capt. C. G. LAURANT, As~istant Adjutant- General, Bolla District, RoUa, ]JiIio.: CAPTAIN: I have the honor to report to you the following statement: Edmond Kearney was at Stephensons Mill on the 24th instant, seven- teen miles from Salem, Mo., on Current River. Found that a party of eighteen men had taken David Madlock on the night of the 23d instant for a guide to said mill, where they released him and took as a prisoner a man named Kell, as a guide to the Lick Settlement; a man named Baker also, formerly rebel captain. They released Kell, who returned to the mill immediately. From some conversation overheard by Kell he thinks that they intend to go to Coppedges Mill, where they should meet a large force or several small squads combined. Kell tells Kearney that he knows them to be strangers to this part of the country, and had the appearance of regular Confederate soldiers. Kearney knows Kell to be a Union man, and has two sons in the Forty-eighth Itegi- ment of Volunteers, and a son and son-in-law in the Thirty-second Mis- souri Volunteer Infantry over two years. Kearney lives six miles from here and is a discharged soldier of the Thirty-second Missouri Volun- teer Infantry; one that will do to bet on. Captain, I have the honor to be, very respectfully, your obedient servant, 0. P. KEWBERRY, Major, Commanding Post. P. S.I am certain that these men belong to Colonel Coles com- mand, on Black River. Some report the name Cook and others Cole. I shall send a scout out to-night, but not toward Houston. I fear nothing but from the south and southeast. Please send the men back immediately, as they are choice. 0.P.N Page 365 CHAP. LIH.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 365 HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF HOLLA, RoUa, Mo., September 25, 1864. Maj. J. B. KAISER, Waynesrille: SIR: The commanding general directs that you keep a good lookout for the approach of an overpowerin~ foe. You will defend your post against any force not double your own number and not provided with artillery. If assailed in greater force you will retire on this place, am- buscading and fighting the foe at all advantageous points. You will send to this point all the impediments to a rapid march, such as camp eqnipage, extra ordnance, or other surplas military stores. You will keep these headquarters advised of all that you learn of the movements of the enemy. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, C. G. LAURANT, Assistant Adjutant- General. SEDALIA, September 25, 1864. Brig. Gen. H. C. VAUGHAN, Lexington: By the authority of the Governor you will immediately call two regi- ments of Enrolled Missouri Militia into service for temporary dnty to meet the threatened invasion of Price and Shelby from Arkansas. Orders will be sent you by mail to-morrow. By order: J. H. STEGER, Assistant Adjutant- General. (Same to Col. F. W. Hickox, Jefferson City.) JEFFERSON CITY, September 25, 1864. General E. B. BROWN: The steamer Cora has returned and the troops destroyed four skiffs. Fifteen rebels made a demonstration on the boat twenty miles below IRocheport. They were driven back with a loss of 3 men and 2 horses. Rebel force reported in Howard 600 strong. F. W. HICKOX, Colonel. SEDALIA, September 25, 1864. Col. F. W. HICKOX, Jefferson Gity: Send one company of the Forty-fifth from Jefferson City to the Gas- conade bridge, and all the balance of that regiment to the Osage bridge to-night. Intrench along the east of the hill at General Prices house, extending to the valley east of the court-house; also around the capitol. Use all the citizens and all the tools in the city; close all places of business and set every man at work. Direct all commands south of Jefferson City to fall back on that place if the enemy advance. E. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General Page 366 366 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. Col. JOHN F. PHILIPS, WARRENSBURG, September 25, 1864, Seventh Cavalry Missouri State Militia: I am here. Had a skirmish with the enemy. Killed a lieutenant. Drove the gang across the river, RM.BOX, Captain. Col. K. COATES, SEDALIA, September 25, 1864. Kansas City: By authority of the Governor you will immediately call your regiment of Enrolled Missouri Militia into service for temporary duty to meet the threatened invasion of Price and Shelby from Arkansas. Orders will be sent you by General Vaughan. By order: J. H. STEGER, ~ Assistant Adjutant- General. FORT LEAVENWORTH, September 25, 1864, Colonel FORD, Kansas City: If there is anything to leave in your place I want you to move soulAit- ward, at least as far as some point east of Paola. Perhaps you can get the militia of Kansas City to take charge of their own garrison duty. How are matters ~ Can you move part or all your force forward ~ S. B. CURTIS, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS, Saint Louis, September 25, 1864. Brigadier-General SANBORN: The general commanding directs me to say if you leave a good garri- son at your post how long will it take you to join McNeil and how long to reach Sedalia~? Should the enemy pass between Rolla and Saint Louis and attempt to reach Jefferson City I should like to have you and McNeils mounted force unite and harass the enemy or join Brown and oppose his crossing the Osage. FRANK S. BOND, Major and Aide-de-Camp. Maj. 0. D. GREENE, SPRINGFIELD, September 25, 1864. Assistant Adjutant- General: 1 can move my mounted force now at and in the vicinity of Spring. field to Sedalia or Rolla in three days without a train, and perhaps in a little less time. JOHN B. SANBORN, Brigadier- General, Commanding Page 367 CHAP. LHJ.J CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 36~ SPRINGFIELD, September 25, 1864. Major-General IROSECRANS: I have in the district about 300 wagons; nearly one-half of them are already called in and corralled. I ought to have more artillery ammu- nition, but will try and get along rather than run too much risk of losing. I have had General Holland order out the militia to-day. I must have authority to arm them. I think the infantry militia and dismounted cavalry and one field battery can hold this place or the forts about it without the aid of my mounted force. The train will be corralled under the cover of the forts mainly. One of my scouts from Cassville got in last night and reported that Price was in Strawberry last Tuesday, with 15,000 mounted men. He did not see the force, but got his information from some of Prices soldiers. J. B. SANBOItN, Brigadier- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS, Saint Louis, September 25, 1864. General J. B. SANBORN, Springfield, Mo.: Make your arrangements to leave at Springfield a sufficient command to insure its safety, then move to iRolla with all your disposable force lf cavalry. If you find an enemy attack him vigorously and harass him so as to check his march, guarding yourself from capture or defeat. Make arrangements to communicate with me constantly by couriers if the telegraph fails. Keep your scouts toward the south at least twenty miles from your column. Report when you march and the strength of your command left at Springfield and with yourself. Time is everything; if you reach IRolla in four days you will probably be safe. Leave sufficient mounted men at Springfield to act as scouts and insure it against surprise. W. S. IROSECIRANS, Major- General. SAINT Louis, Mo., September 25, 1864. General SANBORN, Springfield: The major-general commanding authorizes you, under the exigencies of the case, to call for all the organized militia forces of your district that you can use to advantage, and to arm and subsist the same. 0. Th GREENE, Assistant Adjutant-General and Chief of Staff. SPECIAL ORDERS, ~ HDQR~. 1)1ST. OF SOUTHWE~T MISSOURI, No. 259. Springfield, Mo., September 25, 1864. * * * * * * * III. Col. J. J. Gravely, commanding post, will without delay cause the works at Fort No. 5 to be completed so as to be secure against artillery, and to afford rifle-pits for the infantry between the bastions. He will also cause breast-works and fortifications to be constrncted as follows: One on the ridge east of this town, to command the Campbel Page 368 368 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIIL farm and the ridge running past Widow Shackelfords and the ravine running between that ridge and the general hospital; another on the most commanding position between the general hospital and Fort No.5. * * * * * * * By order of Brigadier-General Sanborn: WM. T. KITTIREDGE, Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF SOUTHWEST MISSOURI Springfield, Mo., September 25, 1864. Major MELTON, Commanding Cassville: Have Morley keep the scouts ont some distance and go out as far with his trains to get forage as there is any safety in going. JOHN B. SANBOItN, Brigadier- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF SOUTHWEST MISSOURI, Springfield, Mo., September 25, 1864. Major MELTON, Commanding Cassville: As you can have no artillery, I do not see that you can improve your condition much by fortifying. With the court-house for a cover, yoii~ can probably hold the town against any force of cavalry that can attack you. If your position is attacked by a large force with artillery you will abandon it. I do not now apprehend any difficulty at Cassville, unless it comes from Stand Watie. WM. T. KITThEDGE, Assistant Adjutant- General. NuosHo, Mo., September 25, 1864. Brig. Gen. JOHN B. SANBORN, Comdg. Southwest District, Springfield Mo.: GENERAL: I have the honor of informing you that one of my secret agents has just returned from a trip taken down south. She reports having seen, and taken prisoner 1~y, Major Pierceys command. They were moving down Cowskin River; point of destination she was not able to learn. She reports having seeii about 100 rebels, and I believe they are aiming to make an attempt on some point. Captain IRusk is now stationed near Carthage, in Jasper County, Mo., and is reported to have about 100 men. I have sent another agent down south, and if she can get through I think she will bring news of more importance. Major Piercey is believed to be on his way to re-enforce Captain IRi~isk. I will use my utmost endeavors to keep posted with regard to ai~y move they may make, and will report the same to you at the earliest possible time. We will, II think, be through with our hay hauling in the course of six or eight more days, and then I shall be able to again take the field. We hear nothing of Stand Watie at all; he may be down in the Choctaw Nation. If he is not there I cannot tell where, but have all confidence in my agent that is gone down south bringing me news of his whereabouts. I am, general, very respectfully, your most obedient Servant, MILTON BUIRCH, Major Eighth Regiment Cavalry Missouri State Militia Page 369 Ciu.i~. LXII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 369 CHILLICOTHE, Mo., September 25, 1864. Col. 0. D. GREENE, Assistant Adjutant- General: I am stationed here with four companies, one company at Hamilton, one at Cameron, and four at Saint Joseph, ready to move at once,, but need medical outfit, overcoats, and rubber blankets, which I have made requisitions for. No troops at Saint Joseph except mine and about 130 unmounted recruits. CHESTER HARDING, Jm, Colonel, Commanding. GLASGOW, September 25, 1864. Lieutenant-Colonel STKUBER, Sturgeon: Push on the mounting and send your forces into the brush. Let there be no rest night or day. Report to me daily. Let the boys loose upon the bushwhackers. CLINTON B. FISK, Brigadier- General. SAINT LOUIS, Mo., September 25, 1864. Major-General CURTIS: There is very good reason to believe that Price is north of the Ar- kansas line in Southern Missouri. Shelbys force occupy Farmington, and the weight of evidence is that he will endeavor to make his way across the country to the Missouri River. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. FORT LEAVENWORTH, September 25, 1864. Governor T. CARNEY: Dispatches from General Halleck and General Rosecrans indicate their belief that Price is moving rapidly northward on this side of the Arkan- sas; probably already within Missouri. Are the militia ready ~ Can you furnish a garrison for this post so I can start my remaining volun- teers below ~ Efforts are being made by sending strong forces into Arkansas to cut off Prices retreat. We must take care of our corner of the field. S. R. CURTIS, Major- General. FORT LEAVENWORTH, September 25, 1864. Major-General SYKES, Lawrence, Kans.: Your letter of the 22d in regard to trains going from Fort Scott is received. I am directed to reply that the general has given ~mo orders for his troops to move out of his department, and none must move without his orders. Troops belonging to another department can move when they see proper. The general dont wish to be responsible for drunken disasters like some that have lately occurred. He will write fully. C. S. CHARLOT, Major and Assistant Adjutant- General. 24 R RVOL XLIV PT II Page 370 370 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF KANSAS, Fort Leavenworth, & ptember 25, 1864. Maj. Gen. GEORGE SYKES: GENERAL: Yesterday General iRosecrans sent me dispatches ex- pressing confident belief that only a small force can be on this side of the Arkansas now. To-day he thinks Price with a large force is in IVlissonri and Shelby in advance at Farmington, abont sixty miles below Pilot Knob. These indications seem to imply a movement on Missouri east of West Plains, very remote from Kansas, but other reports all go to show that a considerable force is, or has been, on the extended [line] between Missouri and Kansas, and therefore it is best for ns to be prepared for the worst. I have cented [sici myself with the order of the Governor to ~have militia in readiness for a move, and the latest from below Fort Scott seems to develop no approaching enemy. Carthage, Mo., it is said, was bnrned, bnt iRosecrans says he is in communication with Cassville and has no tidings. They also seem to have no news concerning the taking of the train at Cabin Creek, except what they get throngh our sconts, all which proves, as I fear, they are not as well informed of danger in front as we are. I have ad- vocated the ronte throngh Kansas as the cheapest and the safest way to snpply the posts of Forts Smith and Gibson and posts above, but since that country was severed from my command I conld not be expected to escort trains throngh it, becanse I conld not know the dangers from foes or the snpport friendly forces conld give when I did not control them. Still, local efforts to carry on a big trade throngh the country are difficnlt to restrain, and I have had repeated occasion to tell my officers at Fort Scott, as you will have to do, that we have few or no troops to spare, and we cannot attend to the supplies of our comrades beyond onr lines. I was, therefore, astonished, in the face of facts, to hear from Fort Scott before receiving your letter that Colonel Jennison was ordering troops to escort a train that would start on Tuesday. Very likely a train with a reasonable escort would go through, since the rebels seem to have taken at Cabin Creek more than they could carry away. Yet in the face of that it would only be folly for us to send away another invitation before we know the strength or position of foes that took that large supply. You must control details, for you will constantly find our Kansas officers ready to seize popular, rather than plausible, occasions to propose 3xcursions. In connection with this the cattle business has been a great bore. Our troops have expressed a great desire to regulate that trade, and when I first came to this command, and the Indian country was part of my department, I directed very summary [measures to be taken] to stop the frauds connected with it, but I soon found that officers and men had their zeal mainly stimulated by their own chances for gain, and I was glad when the Indian country was withdrawn from my depart- ment. I made very elaborate presentations to the War and Interior Departments, but received no aid from headquarters in any way, except that the Interior Department has assumed the direction, and Colonel Coffin, the Indian agent, has taken entire control of the matter, given permits to such persons as he considered fair dealers, and in connection with the agents undertakes the care of Indian rights. The sooner the cattle are sold out of the vacated country the better for us, as there are 150 [miles] of territory over which cattle roam, inviting thieves, rebels, and everybody to come and (Irive them away. When the cattle are all gone rebels cannot subsist between the Kansas and Arkansas iRivers, where they now live on these deserted cattle. Of course every case o Page 371 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 371 fraud or felony that is perpetrated should be punishable, but the In- terior Department and civil authorities in Kansas should mainly attend to these matters. We have not enongh force, and constituted as our troops are of men generally resident merely, they are poorly qualified for such duties. This we can do, and I have always so ordered: If Indians claim cattle in the droves passing through the State we can stop the droves and give the Indian a fair chance to prove his property. This I always have ordered since the Indian country was detached. While it was l)art of my command I requested the troops to attend to the matter in the Indian country when the frauds and proof are convenient. I wish you would study the subject on the ground by visiting the localities and see if anything further properly devolves on the military; and, if so, how it can be put in proper action. The Indiaii right to trade is earnestly asserted by the Interior Department, and wherever trade with the Indians goes on fraud seems inevitable. All we can do or would do if we had the Indian country in charge would be to discriini- nate so as to reduce frauds as much as possible. This is all anybody can do. The cattle are for market, and should in some way be dis- posed of. I recommended that they should be collected for the army and for the Indians, as I claimed that cattle belonging to rebel Indians Lreverted to the Government. But the Cherokees and other chiefs claim that the forfeit of property by rebels inures to the loyal remainder of tribes, and the Department at Washington seems to yield to this fiction of law. Since my return I have been down with a stitch iu my back, a sort of fragment assault from the same battery that constantly annoys you. I am, however, about well again. I am sorry to hear that Mrs. Snyder is evidently sinking away from her long illness. Mrs. Curtis says she is a very amiable, feeble, and delicate flower, and therefore likely soon to pass away. Your family, I believe, are well. You no doubt rejoice with me at Sheridans success in the Shenandoah Valley, but probably there is only an indifferent force to contend with. Since your position is on the l)rivate, not the military, line of telegraph we must stndy economy in the use of it, yet I hope you will not fail to keep me advised and all of your officers constantly directed through that instantaneous means of communication. There is no need, however, of more items from below being twice transmitted over the Lawrence line; so I have directed such intelligence to be sent direct to me. If militia are turned out they must rendezvous near the border, or as far for- ward as possible, where provisions must be located. I object to Law- rence as a rendezvous, as it does not present the force near enough to the foe to seem to be immediately available. Olathe, Paola, and Fort Scott are better points. Humboldt is an important location, anid the road from that point to Fort Gibson is shorter and safer than the road from Fort Scott. The Second Colorado, now at Kansas City, is ordered to report to me. They will compensate for the First Colorado going out and all the 100-days Illinois [men] that leave soon in consideration of expiring time. Still, we are very destitute of force, and in case of trouble must depend mainly upon the militia. Let me know what changes you make of forces, so I can co-operate in case of finding some- thing to add. I have just received a dispatch from General Ilalleck, saying: All your available force not required against Indians should be thrown south of Fort Scott route. Large re-entbrcements have been sent to Arkansas to cut off the enemys retreat. This, you see, con- forms to what we have been doing, and goes to add proof to the gen- eral statements of Price having come north of the Arkansas with a large force. Press everything forward toward the Fort Scott line, depend Page 372 372 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIEI. lug on militia to guard interior points. I have some days since directed Blunt to distribute forces economically on his line, and if any remain unavailable send to Council Grove, and to report their arrival in advance, so I can move them farther if in time. I am, general, very respectfully, yours, S. R. CURTIS, Major- General. HEADQUARTERS DISThICT OF SOUTHWEST MISSOuRI, Springfield, Mo., September 25, 1864. Col. CHARLES W. BLAIR, Comntctnding Fort Scott: COLONEL: Your conununication of the 23d instant is just received. My latest information from Prices army direct is up to the 22d instant. He was then encamped on Strawberry River, Ark., a bout forty miles below the State line, with a force (infantry, cavalry, and artillery) vari- ously estimated at from 10,000 to 15,000 men. His fighting force I should estimate at about 8,000 men. His army is now reported as mov- ing along the Black River and White Water River. Front all the infor- mation I can gather, and from the evidence afforded by captured letters, his destination seems to be Jefferson City, and thence into Kansas. I have withdrawn the troops from Carthage and Lamar, as there did not seem to be enough Union sentiment there to justify me in keeping a force there which might be needed elsewhere. These towns or some point near them will be again occupied as soon as the present emer- gency has passed away. Respectfully, your obedient servant, JOHN B. SANBORN, Brigadier- General, Commanding. HEADQUARTERS DISTRiCT OF SOUTH KANSAS, Lawrence, September 25, 1864. Lient. Col. P. B. PLUMB, Commanding Post, Olathe, Kans. COLONEL: By direction of the major-general commanding the dis- trict I have just referred to Captain Ames, Company A, Sixteenth Kan- sas Volunteer Cavalry, a communication from W. Beckwith, a citizen of Olathe, complaining of depredations committed by Company A, Six- teenth Kansas Volunteer Cavalry, upon his property, and have in- structed Captain Ames to ascertain the exact amount of damages sus- tained by Mr. Beckwith, collect the same from his company, and place the money in the hands of the commanding officer at Olathe to be paid to him. You will see that these instructions are complied with in every particular. The general directs me to call your particular attention to the complaints against this company, and to say that if any further reports of depredations committed by them are made he will at once recommend Captain Ames for dismissal. Your attention is called to paragraph V, General Orders, No. 27, * ~~urrent series, from these head- quarters, and the general must hold you responsible for the conduct of the troops under your command. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, GEO. S. HAMPTON, Assistant Adjutant- General. ~Sco Septcmber 6, ?- 8 Page 373 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 373 SPECIAL FIELD ORDERS, IIDQRS. DISTRICT OF NEI3RASKA, Maj. ~. Post Cottonwood, In the Field, September 25, 1864. I. 0-. M. OBrien, Seventh Iowa Cavalry, is relieved from com- mand of Post Cottonwood, and will turn over to Col. S. W. Summers all public property in his possession. If. Col. S. W. Summers, Seventh Iowa Cavalry, will immediately assume command of Post Cottonwood, receipting to Major OBrien for all public property belonging to the post. * * * * * * By command of IR. B. Mitchell, brigadier-general, commanding: JNO. K. RANK1N, Lieutenant and Aide-de- Camp. WASHINGTON, September 26, 186411.15 a. m. Lieutenant-General GRANT, City Point, Va.: General Seymour is a man of too many prejudices for the delicate task of inspecting west of the Mississippi. He would make up his opinion without proper examination. Franklin and Baldy Smith are better suited. Colonel Marcy has made a partial report. Colonel Sackett is now inspecting. General Canby has also been directed to send an inspector. If you think another should be sent, and cannot spare Colonel Babcock, I would recommend Smith. H. W. HALLECK, Major- General and Chief of Staff. Maj. Gen. E. IR. S. CANBY: WASHINGTON, September 26, 1864. An officer of rank and experience should be sent by you to investi- gate alleged frauds an(l inefficiency in Arkansas, and especially at Fort Smith and the Indian Territory. General Grant has given Smith frill discretion to act with his command as he may deem best against Kirby Smith, Pri ce& Co. H. W. HALLECK, Major- General. U. S. FLAG-SHIP HARTFORD, Mobile Bay, September 26, 1864. Maj. Gen. E. IR. S. CANnY, Commanding Military Division of West Mississippi: GENERAL: I take great pleasure in sending yon extracts from a con- gratulatory letter addressed to me by the honorable Secretary of the Navy, under date of September 5, 18(4: NAVY DEPARTMENT, September 5, 1864. SIn: Your dispatch, numbered 368, is received, informing the Department of the capture on the 23(1 ultimo of Fort Mor~an. This is the last and most fbrmnidahle of all the defenses erected to command the entrance to the Bay of Mobile, and it is a gratification that its capitulation was effected sooner than had heemi anticipated. Page 374 374 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. ~HAP. LIII. desire to congratulate you and your command on a series of achievements which put us in possession of the bay, and until the integrity of the Union is fully vindicated and established closes all ocean communication with the city of Mobile. I desire that the congratulations, which are hereby tendered to yourself; your officers, and men, may be extended to the army who have so cordially co-operated with you. I am, general, very respectfully, your obedient servant, P. G. FARRAGUT, Rear-Admiral. IIDQRS. MILITARY DIvISION OF WEST MISSISSIPPI, OFFICE OF THE CHIEF SIGNAL OFFICER, New Orleans, September 26, 1864. JlAeut. Col. C. T. CHRISTENSEN, Assistant Adjutant- General: COLONEL: I have the honor to transmit herewith a copy of a report from a scout. I have the honor to be, very respectfully, your obedient servant, GEO. R. HERBERT, Second Lieutenant, Signal Corps, U. S. Army. (Inclosure.] MOUTH OF WHITE RIVER, September 15, 1864. Maj. FRANK W. MARSTON: SIR: On the 28th of August Generals Polignac and Walker left Har- risonburg and moved in the direction of Monroe, La. Colonel Harri- son is the only on~ there now. He has got only 250 men, with some sick, belonging to those other brigades. The cavalry also have moved in the same direction. This news I received from Lient. W. F. Ver- milya, of the Thirty-sixth Iowa Infantry. He has just made his escape from Marshall, Tex., and came by Uarrisonbnrg to Natchez. This news is correct. BERNARD NORTON, Scout. SPECIAL ORDERS, HDQRS. MIL. Div. OF WEST MISSISSIPPI, No. 140. New Orleans, La., September 26, 1864. I. Capt. J. G. Telford, assistant adjutant-general of volunteers, having reported at these headquarters, in compliance with paragraph I, Special Orders, No. 301, current series, War Department, Adjutant-Generals Office, will report to the commanding general Department of the Gulf for assignment to duty with Brigadier-General Sherman, commanding Defenses of New Orleans. By order of Maj. Gen. B. R. S. Canby: B. F. MOREY, Captain and Assistant Adjutant-General. HEADQUARTERS DEFENSES OF NEW ORLEANS, New Orleans, September 26, 1864. Maj. GEORGE B. DRAKE, Assistant Adjutant- General, Department of the Gulf: The instructions from your headquarters require the Twelfth Illinois Cavalry to proceed to Baton Rouge by squadrons as fast as they can b Page 375 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 375 relieved by squadrons of the Third Rhode Island Cavalry. If it would not interfere witli any plan already formed, I have the honor to recom- mend that the Twelfth Illinois Cavalry be allowed to remain in the District of La Fourche until the Third Rhode Island Cavalry get a lit- tle settled in their saddles. The Twelfth Illinois, or a portion of it, was just making a tour of exploration on the banks of Grand River. I would rather for them to go than these raw horses. A squadron, I am told, of Third Rhode Island went over to-day. They are certainly unfit to make much of a march yet, though the La Fourche is the very place they can best train their men and horses in. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, T. W. SHERMAN, Brigadier- General, Commanding. LITTLE ROCK, September 26, 1864. (Received October 7th.) Maj. Gen. E. Th S. CANEY, New Orleans: General Mowers command left Sulphur Rock, twelve miles south of Batesville, en route for Pilot Knob, in pursuit of Price and Shelby. Scout thinks General Mower had received a dispatch from A. J. Smith. I have sent an officer up the Mississippi with dispatches for A. J. Smith. I have received information, through Southern sources, which I think is reliable, that Price and Shelby together have not more than 10,000 troops and twelve pieces of artillery. Magruder is now at Monticello, threaten- ing Pine Bluff. Escaped prisoners report that there are but few troops at Shreveport and Tyler; also that troops were ordered from Texas to join Maxey in a raid on Fort Smith. I have sent a cavalry command to communicate with Fort Smith. Have not heard from there for a month, although I have sent dispatch-es. There is an effort being made to have that district detached from this department. I am told it will cost three times as much to supply it by Leavenworth as from here. One-third their train would suffice. The railroad is now competent for the business. We are getting up a cavalry raid for Magruders rear. FREDK. STEELE, Major- General. LITTLE ROCK, September 26, 1864. Capt. C. II. GAUBERT, Devall~s Bluff: Captain Lacey will leave here on the train at 2 p. in., with important dispatches. If there is no other boat to go down the river please de- tain the Emma No. 2 until Captain Lacey arrives. Please reply imme- diately. F. STEELE, Major- General, Commanding. HDQRS. SECOND DrVISION, SEVENTH ARMY CoRPs, Derails Blnft Ark., September 26, 18642.30 p. m. Capt. C. H. DYER, Assistant Adjutant- General, Little Rock: A Union woman living near Bayou Metoc, about thirty miles south- west, says it was the talk of people near Aberdeen yesterday that Page 376 376 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. rebel force was moving from the Arkansas River in this direction. She does not know whether it was conjecture on their part or not. Respectfully, C. C. ANDREWS, Brigadier- General, Commanding. (Copy to General Steele.) HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF SOUTHWEST MISSOURI, AS~riflgfieid, Mo., September 26, 1864. Brig. Gen. JOHN M. THAYER, Commanding District of the Frontier: GENERAL: Your communication of the 22d instant came duly to hand and contents noted. Genera] Price has moved up the Black River from Batesville and is now supposed to be in Missouri, on the White Water, and advancing north. His design seems now to be to reach the Missouri River at Jefferson City and then to reach Kansas. All available troops here will be constantly in the field during the stay of Price in the State, and I do not now suppose that any troops would be sent to your assistance at present. General Steele has been largely re-enforced lately, and I do not think you have anything to fear from an attack, but may bave difficulty with your trains. I will do all in my power at any time to assist you. I shall be absent for a time after to-day, but shall be glad to have you communicate with these headquarters at all times in regard to your situation and the general condition of affairs in Arkansas. I have the honor to be, very re& ~pectftully, your obedient servant, JOHN B. SANBORN, Brigadier- General, Commanding. SAINT LOUIS, Mo., September 26, 1864. Col. E. D. TOWNSEND, Assistant Adjutant- General, Washington: We are arming the organized citizens, volunteers, and militia to resist and punish Prices raid. We want Colonel Callender instructed to issue arms to them on my orders. The 5,000 are nearly all issued, and we shall want 5,000 more to-morrow. Please send authority with- out delay. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. SAINT LOUIS, Mo., September 26, 1864. His Excellency Governor YATES, Springfield: It seems certain that a part, if not all, of Prices and Shelbys com- mands are at Fredericl~town,in Southeast Missouri. Prices soldiers boast of having large supplies of arms, and that he is to be stroiigly re-enforced from Illinois. I feel confident he cant get any decent white man from that State who is a real citizen. W. S. ROSECRANS, ]Jih~or- General Page 377 CHAP. 111.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 377 SAINT Louis, Mo., September 26, 1864. Major-General HEINTZELMAN, Columbus, Ohio: It is certain that Shelby, with 4,000 men, is at Fredericktown, Mo., twenty-one miles east of Pilot Knob, and that Price, with a large mounted forceput by their own people at 15,000arrived there on Saturday night. I want every vcteran you can spare me from Cairo. Can yon send arms ~ W. S. IROSECIIANS, Major- General. CoLuMBITs, September 26, 1864. General W. S. IROSECRANs: Cairo is not under my command, and I do not know what force is there. I am sorry I cannot spare a man from my department. S. P. IIEIINTZELMAN, Major- General. SAINT Loins, Mo., September 26, 1864. Brig. Gen. II. E. PAINE, Springfield, Ill.: Have you any veterans you can spare me for an emergency, either at Cairo or elsewhere~ If so, send them with all dispatch to Saint Louis. We may need and can use them to great advantage. W. S. IROSECRANS, Major- General. SPRINGI?IELD, September 26, 1864. Maj. Gen. W. S. Ro5ECRAN5: One veteran regiment, 250 strong, is here ready to return to the field. Will you have it ~ It could start to-morrow. There are also 3,000 100-days troops awaiting muster, and will you have them~ II. E. PAINE, Brigadier- General. SAINT Louis, Mo., September 26, 1864. Brig. Gen. II. E. PAINE, Springfield, Ill.: Yes. Send what you can spare at once. They will be met on the opposite side of the river by a staff officer. Ask the 100-days men iii my name if they will come. Please telegraph me when they will come. No time should be lost. W. S. IROSECRAKS, Major- General. FORT L~AVENWORTU, September 26, 1864. General IRG5ECRAN5, Saint Louis, Mo.: Colonel Ford says he has not been relieved. General ilalleck says the Second Colorado is turned over to me. I order Ford forward, and you must provide for Kansas City. Where is Pricer S. li. CURTIS, Major- General, Commanding Page 378 378 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. HEADQUARTERS, Major-General CuRTIS: Saint Louis, [Sejpternber 26, 1864]. I have been to see General Rosecrans. We think as things now stand, the Second Colorado would do more good where it is than else- where, until the raid develops more fully. Let it remain until you hear from me again, and if it be not absolutely necessary I will advise you promptly. Answer. B. GRATZ BROWN. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF KANSAS, Port Leavenworth, September 26, 1864. B. GRATZ BROWN, Saint Louis: What did they turn over our troops for if they cant spare them l I am ordered to press forces down below where troops are needed most because actual trouble has begun. Where is Price ~ I desire to use my force where I think it most needed, not where you and others do. I have for several days retained the Second to accommQdate General Rosecrans, and because no other troops come to Kansas City, but General Rosecrans has five times the force in Missouri I have in Kan- sas, and I cannot agree to arrangements that place me in charge of troops I cannot use. S. H. CURTIS, Major- aeneral. SAINT LOUIS, Mo., September 26, 1864. Hon. B. A. STANTON, Secretary of War, Washington City: The raid of Price is developing a pretty large force, and it is clearly the policy of the Government to order and publish a postponement of the draft in Missouri until after the raid is dealt with. When Price is whipped we can get more volunteers than we want, and until he is dis- posed of the draft will only furnish a means of excitement to the enemy. Yours, respectfully, B. GRATZ BROWN. MOUND CITY, September 26, 1864.. Maj. Gen. W. S. ROSECRANS: I sent another gun-boat up to Cape Girardean for temporary service in that vicinity last night. Devoe can remain a week, as you requested. The admiral has not returned. A. M. PENNOCK, Fleet Captain, & e. SAINT LOUIS, Mo., September 26, 1864. Brigadier-General PLpASONTON, Philadelphia: Where is General A. Pleasonton ~? He is much wanted here imme~ diately. Please get him word. W. S. ROSECRANS, ]liajor- General Page 379 CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 379 HEADQUARTERS, Saint Louis, September 26, 1864. (Received 4.25 p. in.) Brigadier-General FRY: Send telegraph orders to Colonel Alexander to suspend the draft in Missouri until Prices raid is over. It wont be long and the news will be a blow to him and the rebels, and will cost probably nothing. W. S. ROSECRANS. SAINT Louis, Mo., September 26, 1864. Colonel CALLENDER: The general wishes you to prepare 1,000 Enfield muskets, complete with accouterments~ and 40,000 cartridges for Brig. Gen. J. H. Mc- Cormick, Enrolled Missouri Militia, at Pilot Knob. Invoice to E. Anson More, quartermaster State, who will receipt and send me the requi- sition. Wait orders for shipment. J. V. DU BOIS, Colonel and Chief of Staff. SAINT Louis, September 26, 1864. Messrs. OWINGS, DUGGE, and GALE, Washington, Mo.: No draft will be ordered in Second District this week, and we have induced General Rosecrans and Colonel Alexander to request of Gen- eral Fry a suspension of it until the raid of Price and Shelby comes to a disastrous end. Goebel will be up on to-morrows train with General Rosecrans order to organize and arm loyal men for defense of bridges. & c. Begin the work at once. HENRY T. BLOW. GERT GOEBEL: GENERAL ORDERS, HD QRS. DEPARTMENT OF THE MISSOURI, No. 176. Saint Louis, Mo., September 26, 1864. MISSOURIANS: I. After two years of barbarous and harassing war, in which every citizen directly or indirectly suffered loss of property and many of life, you are now invaded by Price and the recreant Missourians, who, iu defiance of professed principles, have been the chief cause of your sufferings and loss. They bring with them men from other States to plunder, murder, and destroy you for adhering to the Government of your interests and your choice. Prepare for them the reception they deserve. Make this raid fatal to the enemy and you will insure peace; let them succeed and you almost ruin your State. II. They boast of secret conspirators among you, who are ready to join them in ruining you. Let no Missourian be found base enough to do it. Let every citizen who has spirit and manhood to defend his own home offer his services. Citizens not in the Enrolled Militia, or organized under General Orders, No.107, can join the militia organiza- tions called out in their localities, or report to the nearest U. S. volun- teer or militia commander for such duty as they can perform during the continuance of the raid. I look for a hearty response from all men wh Page 380 380 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. (CHAP. LTTL are true to their State and nation. Bring arms, if you have any, horses if you can ride, and tight as scouts. Let ever arm be nerved, every brain active. III. Officers and soldiers now discharged, or on veteran furlough, are appealed to in this crisis. Such officers and men as are in the city will report to Colonel Laiboldt at Schofield Barracks, No. 2. Coloncl Laiboldt will organize them into companies and combine them with his troops into battalions, forming a veteran brigade for the defense of the city, and to punish Price, Shelby, and their companions, as well as the traitors at home who are waiting to join them and who have aided and supplied them with horses stolen from their neighbors during the last few weeks and sent South. The case admits of no delay. IV. Colonel Laiboldt will make requisitions on the chief of ordnance for necessary eqnipments, arms, and ammunition. The chief commissary of subsistence and the chief quartermaster will provide the supplies necessary from their respective departments. Colonel Merrill, chief of the Cavalry Bureau, Western Division, will organize, arm, and monnt every man in his command for active service, and report at these headquarters. The chief qnartermaster will have all employ6s that can bear arms organized into companies. Those who can act as cavalry will be mounted and report to Capt. C. II. McNally. V The Governor of the State has been informed of the threatened raid and requested to call the militia to serve until the invaders are destroyed or driven from the State. I rely upon their courage and patriotism, and have only to say let your assembling be prompt, and let the commissioned officers see that proper steps are at once taken to secure for their commands all needful supplies of arms, equipments, ammunition, camp and garrison equipage, and blankets. Brig. Gen. E. Anson More, chief quartermaster of the State, will furnish these supplies on requisitions made according to his instruc- tions. The chief commissary of the department will furnish subsistence. VI. District conimanders will at once give such orders to the citizen guards as will best secure the public property an(l records of their districts, and, if possible, save private property from destruction or pillage. VII. The general commanding takes this occasion to say to troops nuder his command that lawlessness and violence toward unarmed citizens, wasting and appropriating property to private uses have done more harm to the cause of the nation than the loss of a great battle. Every soldier should remember that he is armed and clothed with authority to preserve and defend law. Any violation of law wrongs his country; and a soldier who does so disgraces his flag, and commits a great crime. Officers are under still higher obligations to avoid and prevent these crimes and disorders. While the laws of war and of our country permit the seizure and conversion of private property for public uses, under order, in certain cases, it denounces the waste or conversion of it to private use as a high crime and affixes the penalty of death to pillage and plunder. The I)enaltyis the same whether the offense is committed in our own or in an enemys couutry. Any officer or soldier who shall enter a private house or inclosure and call for food, or take any property whatsoever, without orders from a proper officer, shall be promptly and severely punished. By command of Major-General liosecrans: J. F. BENNETT, Assistant Adjutant- aenerat Page 381 381 CORRESPOMENCE, ETC.UNION. GENERAL ORDERS, ~ HDQR S. DEPARTMENT OF THE MISsoURI, No. 177. 5 Saint Louis, lIllo., September 26, 1864. The general commanding has been informed that Confederate officers, soldiers, and guerrillas are in the habit of dressing in the U. S. uniform and hoisting the national colors to deceive our troops in action. Commanders of troops in this department are informed that these practices are inconsistent with the usages of honorable warfare, and, like spying, forfeits the right of those who resort to them to be treated as honorable enemies. All offenders will be dealt with accordingly. By command of Major-General liosecraus: J. F. BENNETT, Assistant Adjutant- General. GENERAL ORDERS, IIDQRS. DEPARTMENT OF THE MISSOURI, No. 178. 5 Saint Louis, Mo., September 26, 1864. On the recommendation of his honor the mayor, and many leading business men of the city, all public business will be suspended after 12 m. to-morrow to enable us to complete our o~gauizations for local defense, and so permit an active force to pursue the enemy. Such business as is necessary to supply the daily wants of the people public administration, banking and printing offices, manufactories which cannot be stopped without great damageare exempt from the operations of this order. Exempts from the military service capable of defending their homes are requested to organize under direction of his honor the mayor, who will be provided with experienced officers to assist him in the organi- zation. Whatever is done should be done immediately and with united ener- gies. The organization should be completed in forty-eight hours, when business will be resumed. Loyal exempts, let usear from you! By command of Major-General IRosecrans: J. F. BENNETT, - Assistant Adjutant-General. SAINT LOUIS, Mo., September 26, 1864. Major-General SMITH, Jefferson Barracks: Ewing telegraphs that 100, perhaps more, rebels had attacked Iron- ton at 3.30 to-day. Steeles inspector-general says Mower left to follow Price on Thursday week, twelve days ago. We shall have more from Ewing to-night. Nothing from McNeil of interest as yet. Mower may be driving them. W. S. ROSECIIANS, Major- Generat. MINERAL PoINT, September 26, 1864. Major-General ROSECRANS: General Ewing is at Pilot Knob, and the telegraph cut within half an hour. He informs me that the rebels attacked him in force this evening. I will try and relieve him before daylight. A. J. SMITII, Major- General Page 382 382 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. SAINT LOUIS, Mo., September 26, 1864. General A. J. SMITH: If there is strong probability that Price is with Shelby, I think it would be best to relieve Ewing, evacuate Pilot Knob, and fall back this way. Our cavalry will be able to take the field by to-morrow. Colonel ilerrick, Seventh Kansas, will move early in the morning to such point as you may direct. We must not let the rebels get between you and Saint Louis. Advise us with what you move. W. S. ROSECItANS. MINERAL POINT, September 26, 1864. General IROSECRANS: Ewing is safe. Communication open. 1 will work all night. Ewing says a rebel force is crossing this way. I hope to be ready for them.. A. J. SMITH, Major- General. SAINT LOUIS, Mo., September 26, 1864. Maj. Gen. A. J. SMITH: I have your dispatch of 9.45 p. m. Nothing to add to the last instruc- tions, viz, to use your discretion about ordering the evacuation of Pilot Knob, and not to let the enemy in superior force get between you and Saint Louis. The Seventh Kansas has orders to report at Jefferson Barracks to you without delay. W. S. ItOSECEANS, Major- General. e MINERAL POINT, September 26, 1864. Col. J. V. Du BoIs: Please order the Seventh Kansas to report to me at Jefferson Bar- racks as early as possible. A. J. SMITH, Major- General. SAINT LOUIS, Mo., September 26, 1864. General A. J. SMITH: Do you want Colonel Catherwood to join you l Send orders about cavalry if you want any. J. V. DU BOIS, Colonel, & c. Thirteenth Missouri Cavalry has $00 men Seventh Kansas, 400. MINERAL POINT, September 26, 1864. Col. J. V. Dii BoIs: I have ordered Colonel Catherwood to De Soto to report to Colonel Shaw. Please direct the other regiment to report by telegraph as soon as ready. Fifteen hours will develop something. A. J. SMITH, - Major- General Page 383 CHA?. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 383 SAINT Louis, Mo., September 26, 1864. Maj. Gen. A. J. SMITh, Commanding Troops in the Field: In compliance with verbal instructions [of the] commanding general Department of the Missonri, I have the honor to report to you for duty. I have 800 cavalry, of the Thirteenth Missouri Veteran Cavalry, ready to move to-day. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, E. C. CATHERWOOD, Colonel, Commanding Thirteenth Missouri Veteran Cavalry, SAiNT Louis, Mo., September 26, 1864. Brigadier-General EWING, Mineral Point: Al] your dispatches have come duly. McCormick telegraphs for 1,000 stand of arms at Pilot Knob. Do you want them ~ Is there any force beyond Shelbys reported coming up ~ Latest news. Answer about it and sending the arms. W. S. IROSECRAKS, Major- General. PILoB KNoB, September 26, 1864. Major-General ROSECRANS: I think the arms may be sent to McCormick with 40,000 rounds of ammunition, to be held at Dc Soto until I order them, or I think the force would be useful in guarding the railroad and in filling up the gar- rison at the fort if necessary. Captain Powers, of the Forty-seventh Missouri Volunteers, has seventy-four horses in his company without horse equipments. I think it would be well to order them down with the arms for McCormick. THOS. EWING, JR., Brigadier- General. PILOT KNoB, September 26, 1864. Major-General ROSECRANS: The rebels who were repulsed day before yesterday at Farmington returned yesterday, about 150 strong, and force4 our pickets out and occupied the town a few hours. They came and left both times in the direction of Fredericktown. No other rebels as far north as they except a band of about forty, which went as far as Big River Mills, on road to Mineral Point, yesterday afternoon. On Saturday afternoon about 100 came thii~ way to within nine miles of the Knob and returned toward Fredericktown. They were engaged in takiug horses and clothing. These acts, in connection with Lieutenant-Colonel Hullers dispatch to me oC 5 p. m. last evening, satisfies me that Fredericktown is their point for concentration, if more troops are to follow and their force [sicl of no more are coming. Major Wilson has had a patrol for nine miles on the Fredericktown road; also on the Patterson and Ce Page 384 384 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LHI. treville roads each night, but have not undertaken to push a scouting party to Fredericktown. A scouting party of 130 men left at midnight last night for Farmington, with instructions to go as much south in the direction of the enemy as they could. I am just starting a good officer with seventy men, being all I can get, to Fredericktown, and will to-night find out the real condition of things there. I think the cav- alry force in the sub-district is but 250 available. The remainder of the 450 force on the rolls I dismounted, having sold private horses because no appraiser could be got to appraise them. 1 have had citi- zen and soldier scouts out from iDe Soto, Mineral Point, Irondale scouting southeastward, and from Potosi southwestward beyond Web- ster. I am certain the rebels are higher up than Fredericktown. THOMAS EWING, Jn., Brigadier- General. PILOT KNOB, September 2G, iSGI. Major-General IROSECRANS: Iront6n is now being attacked by at least 100 rebels; perhaps a much larger force. T. EWING, JR., Brigadier- General. IRONTON, THREE MILES BELOW PILOT KNOB [September 26,] 18643.30 p. m. Major-General ROSECRANS: Our pickets and scouts driven in here one hour ago on the Frederick- town road by a rebel force certainly 200 or 300 strong. I have re-en- forced with one piece of artillery, and a desultory firing is going on a mile east of this and two and a half miles from the fort. I do not wish to bring on a general engagement out there if the whole rebel force is really at hand, because it is certainly 3,000 to 5,000 strong. I am sat- isfied of this fully, because of reports entirely authentic that there was a column went up east of Patterson nearly as large as that which passed there, and because reliable officers give reports of citizens as to length of column and as to degree road was cut up. The scout to Farmington returned an hour ago, having reached there at 8 oclock. There was but a small party there. They killed 3 and wounded 8, captured 1. The wounded rebel I have examined, and his manner gives inc great confidence in his statement. He says he left Fredericktown last night. Shelbys command was then there, and it was said they would go to Farmington to-day. He says Shelby has about 4,000 men, with four pieces of artillery. He only knows positively that Shelby is there, but thinks Price, Marm aduke, Cabell, and Fagan are also there with 15,000 men. He had not seen Price, but heard he got there Sat- urday night. lie heard a brass band Saturday night which did not belong to Shelbys command, and was said to belong to Price. Two paroled prisoners in from Greenville road repeat the assertions of the others you examined. They left the command which went up Cedar Creek, and say it was Prices. I think I can hold the fort against 5,000 cavalry, and shall stand fast until I learn more as to Price. THOMAS EWING, JR., Brigadier- General Page 385 CHAP. LLII.I CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 385 SAINT Louis, Mo., September 26, 1864.. Brig. den. THOMAS EwiNg: Your dispatch 3.30 received. When the affair is over let me know about seuding the arms in question. W. S. ROSEUJIANS, ]Ih~jor- General. PILOT KNOB, September 26, 1864. Major-Geucral RO5ECRAN5: I can hold the fort against 4,000 or ~,000 cavalry arid four pieces of artillery. 1 think 1 am now informed to my satisfi~ction that the enemy has more than [thatj at Fredericktown. I am sure he has that much. The force with which we were engaged east of Ironton this p. m. num- bered 200 or 300 only. They withdrew after an hours desultory firing. The losses on both sides were light. The exact amount I have not ascertained. I shall send up to-night the extra quartermasters and commissary stores here, which were sent against my remonstrance in large quantities on the 1st instant. My advance is again attacked in large force, and are being driven in. Evidently a considerable body of the enemy are upon inc. You must exercise your judgment as to distribution of troops. THOS. EWING, JR., Brigadier- General. SAINT Loins, Mo., Sept~mber 26, 1864. Major-General EwINQ Pilot Knob: Your last dispatch giving ~orroborative information has been re- ceived. Your views are approved. You can probably make it too expensive for the rebels to take the Knob. The arms will be sent to Dc Soto with a special messenger, to the care of the commanding officer there to await your orders. If you had the militia with you in the fort you could whip all the rebs can bring. W. S. ROSECRAKS, Major- General. SAINT Louis, Mo., September 26, 1864. Brigadier-Ge4meral EWING, Pilot Knob: Geue~al Smith telegraphs inc from Mineral Point 9.25 p. um. I have left matters with y6nr post to his (liscretion. Take orders from and confer with him, yet keel) inc always advised of all matters of im- portance. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. PILOT KNOB, September 26, 1864. Major-General SMITH: I am advised by Major Wilson, commanding at the front, that the rebels are massing a large force in his front in Arcadia Valley, two miles from here. There is no doubt that it is intended to attack here 25 R RYOL XLIV PT II Page 386 386 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. L~. in large force. I think it advisable for you to send me a full regiment at once, as the fort is large enough to hold them efficiently in addition to the troops I have. Artillery enough in the fort and all inside. THOMAS EWING, JR., Brigadier- General. (Copy to General IRosecrans.) PILOT KNOB, September 26, 1864. Major-General SMITH: It may be advisable to move ~he regiment at Mineral Point by send- ing it here, or taking it to De Soto, as the enemy are certainly in force enongh to whip, if not capture, it. I have ordered the colonel command- ing to keep his locomotives supplied with wood and water, and all ready for prompt movement, and if the road is cut north of him to fall back here, and if south to fall back to De Soto. Advise as to further movements of that regiment. THOMAS EWING, JR., Brigadier- General. PILOT KNOB, September 26, 1864. Major-General SMITH: I have four companies of your command here and one regiment is at Mineral Point, where 1 suppose you are; the other companies I brought from Dc Soto, and four companies at Irondale and at the two Big River bridges. THOMAS EWING, Jm, Brigadier- General. IROLLA, September 26, 1864. Major-General ROSECRANS: The Osage can be crossed at this stage of water everywhere; it is merely a succession of pools. (See Morrills survey.) The Gasconade is almost a dry river and can be waded from its mouth to its source. No ~tttemmtion need be paid to fords on either stream. JOHN McNEIL, Brigadier- Gf~neral of Volunteers, Commanding. SAINT LOUIS, Mo., September 26, 1864. Brigadier-General MCNEIL, Commanding, & c.: The general commanding asks what is your effective forcel FRANK S. BOND, Major and Aide-de-Camp. IIOLLA, September 26, 1864. Maj. F. S. BOND, Aide-de- Camp: The effective force of this district is as follows: At Rolla, 1,200 green m~fautry, 200 old infantry, 300 enrOllc(l militia, 741 cavalry, 100 artillery; at Salem, 146 cavalry; ~it Waynesville, 140 cavalry. JOIJIN MCNEIL, Brigadier- General, Commanding Page 387 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 387 ROLLA, Mo., iS~eptember 26, 1864. Major-General ROSECRANS, & unt Louis, Mo.: Wjll you please see that the quartermasters requisition for material to complete the block-house is attended to. I deem it of great impor- tance that you Should send two heavy guns to be used on this work, en barbette. I hope you will concur with me and forward them at once. We shall press citizens and quartermaster~s men on this work to-morrow. Hope to have it done in six days. JOHN MCNEIL, Brigadier- General, Commanding. ROLLA, September 26, 1864. Maj. F. S. BOND, shall Aide-de-Camp: I distribute the militia along the railroad to Harrison Station to-morrow. General Gray informs me that a regiment will report at Franklin and Cuba. I shall station them from Franklin to Harrison, with a strong guard at Moselle bridge. I shall not attempt to defend the trestle-work east of Franklin without special orders to that effect. A telegraph operator should be stationed at Sullivan and another at Cuba. J. McNEIL, Brigadier-General, Cornmanding. SAINT Louis, September 26, 1864. Brigadier-General MCNEIL, Commanding, cte.: I)ispatclm received. How many teamsters can you arm l Put your militia in block-houses. Will endeavor to get you telegraph operators at Sullivan anti Cuba. Requisitioim on quartermaster will be attended to in morning, also your requisition for guns. Sanborn will be with you probably by day after to-morrow night. So says the major-general commanding. FRANK S. BOND, Major and Aide-de-Camp. ROLLA, Mo., September 26, 1864. Col. 0. D. GEEEINE, Chief of StaJj; Saint Louis, Mo.: I send Warmoth along the road to-day to distribute, say, 300 men. Cannot the militia of Franklin County furnish the guard for the road iii that county~ The most important bridges are in that county and I expect their militia is better than mine and I hope better officered. It this is done I can concentrate Warmoths regiment ou this end of the 1oa(l and appoint a special inspector of railroad guards to assure me that they are constantly on the qui rire. I need as many hand-cars as there are stations, and an engine constantly at this place subject to my orders, amid an order for free transportation of railroad guards and officers on that particular duty. JOHN MCNEIL, Brigadier- General, Commanding Page 388 388 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIIL SAINT Louis, Mo., AS1eptembcr 26, 1864. General JOHN MCNEIL, Commanding District, RoUa: An engine will be sent you in the event of extra trains being run. The superintendent of the railroad says the engines must be withdrawn from the road. Only three hand-cars are on the road. If serviceable they will be forwarded to you. JOHN V. 11W BOIS, Colonel and Chief of & aff. SPECIAL ORDERS, HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF ROLLA, No. 148. JIolla, Mo., September 26, 1864. 1. Col. 1. 5. Warmoth, commanding Sixty-third Enrolled Missouri Militia, will proceed with his regiment to guard the railroad from IRolla to Franklin, and will distribute his command by compamnes, platoons, or by sectiomis of platoons, as in his judgment he may deem, best for the protection of the road, bridges, and trestle-works, until he shall receive special orders on the subject. Colonel Warmoth may detach one coin- pany, or make details from several companies, who will 1)rovide their own horses and forage, so as to form a command to be stationed at Steelville, to report to and act under the orders of Captain Ferguson, commandimig at that place, in observimig the approaches to the road and u scouting the country to discover any assailing foe. Colonel War- moth will report, by telegraph or by mail, to these headquarters, and if cut oft to depautument headquarters at Saint Louis, anything material that may happen to any part of his command, amid will have free trans- portation omi all railroad trains for himself and for his officers when traveling under orders. He will send to these headquarters his tri- monthly and monthly returns, and forward proper requisitions to the district commissary for the subsistence of his men. Capt. B. B. Grimnes, assistant quartermaster, will furmiish Colonel Warnmtli with the re- quire(l tramisportation for the distribution of his men. * * * * * * * By order of Brig. Gemi. John McNeil: C. G. LAURANT, Captain and Assistant Adjutant- General. ROLLA, Mo., September 26, 1864. Maj. J. B. KAISER, Commanding, Waynesviile, Mo.: Take no alarm from the report of those four officers. Unload the traiii and send it back. If you are attacked and compelled to fall back destroy the stores. JOHN MCNEIL, Brigadier- General, Commanding. SEDALlA, September 26, 1864. Maj. 0. D. GREENE, Assistant Adjutant-General: I have the honor to report that one band of fifty-two rebels passed near Belmont, Benton County, on Sunday, and another of 100 passed two miles west of liolla last night, both moving south. E. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General Page 389 CHAP. ~~II] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 389 SEPALIA, September 26, 1864. Maj. 0. D. GREENE, Saint Louis: Major Mullins, First Missouri State Militia, had a skirmish with Bill Jackson and Tom Woodsons band, numbering about l~3, on Thurs- day evening, about six miles north of Longwood. They killed a num- ber of the enemy (they report 10), with several wounded; captured several horses, arms, provisions, and clothing. The rebels had pack animals loaded with clothing, and in some cases country-made hard bread. They reported that they had fifteen days subsistence. No enemy reported in Cooper County. E. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General. SEDALIA, September 26, 18U4. Maj. 0. D. GREENE, Assistant Adjutant- General, Saint Louis: Captain Box followed the band that came up from the south to th~ Missouri River in La Fayette County. Part crossed the river and part moved east toward Saline City. Captain Box bad a skirmish with the band and killed one man, the lieutenant of the band. E. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General. IIDQRS. FIRST CAVALRY MISSOURI STATE MILITIA, Sedalia, Mo., September 26, 1864. Capt. JAMES H. STEGER, Assistant Adjutant- General, District of Central Missouri: CAPTA1N: I have the honor to state that I am informed by Captain Peery, who has just arrived from Clinton, that forty-two irien, dressed principally in Confederate clothing, passed south through Calhoun on the morning of the 24th instant, and in the evening of the same day they were some seveu or eight miles distant in the vicinity of Gran~1 River. In their march they captured and paroled some of the Lees- ville citizen guards. They seemed to be moving about, and not on any direct march. I am, captain, very respectfully, your obedient servant, JAMES MOFERRAN, Colonel First Cavalry Missouri State Militia, Comdg. Regiment. HDQRS. FIFTH MILITARY D1STRICT OF MISSOURI, September 26, 1864. Brigadier-General BROWN, Commanding Central District of Missouri: GENERAL: I have the honor to acknowledge the receipt of your dis- patch of this date.* I have promptly issued orders to Colonel Craw- tord, a~t Sedalia, and to Colonel Halbert, of Hickory County, to call their regiments into service and to report for duty to you. it may be well for nie to say that I think it extremely doubtful whether Colonel Halbert will receive my order by mail,_amid, if at all, whether in time to See September 25, p. 365 Page 390 390 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. act efficiently. His regiment was raised in four countiesSaint Clair, Clinton, B enton, and Hickoryand in the present condition of the country I fear that prompt communication will be impracticable. The Seventy-first Regiment, from this county and Saline, may be regarded as almost extinct, there not remaining probably in the regiment sub- ject to duty 100 men in all. There are two small companies of citizen guards here and one in Saline. In conclusion, I may state that this post is in an exposed condition. The guerrillas were in towii to-day, having taken three horses, with which they made their escape. I am, general, most respectfully, your obedient servant, H. C. VAUGHAN, Brigadier- General, Fifth District, Enrolled Missouri Militia. WARRENSBURG, September 26, 1864. Capt. J. H. STEGER, Sedalia: I will send part of Company C out toward Osceola as a line of coin- munication. I have seventy men here without rations. Will you send them up ~ Order was left here by Lieutenant Holloway for me to come to Sedalia on court-martial. Shall I do so ~ I must have a change of clothing; trunk is at Sedalia. T. T. CRITTENDEN, Lieutenant- Golonel. Lieut. Col. T. T. CRITTENDEN, SEDALIA, September 26, 1864. Warrensbury: You will remain in conimand at Warrensburg with Companies B, I, H, and L. Send all other troops to this post with their camp and gar- rison equipage as escort to Captain Cases train. Orders conflicting with this are countermanded. E. B. BROWN, Brigadier- General. Capt. J. H. STEGER, WARRENSBURG, September 26, 1864. Assistant Adjutant- General: Nine guerrillas came within four miles of town an hour ago. Took Hickman and Paitner McCullough, two negroes, and two mules a1I(l two horses. Lieutenant Houts is in pursuit. I learned this eveiiin that 100 passed two miles west of Holden going south yesterday even- ing. T. T. CRITTENDEN, Lieutenant- Golonel. Lient. Col. T. T. CRITTENDEN, SEDALIA, September 26, 1864. Warrei~sburg: Captain Ballew, at Knobuoster, reports two bands of rebels, upward of 100 each, south and southeast of that place only a few miles. Place yourself in communication and co-operate with him. J. H. STEGER, Assistant Adjutant- General Page 391 CHAP. LIII] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 391 KNoI3NoSTEJI, September 26, 1864. Capt. J. II. STEGER, Assistant Adjutant- General: Citizen just come in reports an additional band of fifty a few miles north of here. W. B. BALLEW, Captain, Commanding. KANSAS CITY, September 26, 1864. Maj. C. S. CITARLOT: No troops here to relieve me. Would like to see you. Can come up to-day and back to-morrow by noon. Shall I come ~ I have ordered all mounted troops to be ready to move immediately. J. II. FORD, Colonel, Commanding. FORT LEAVENWORTH, September 26, 1864. Colonel FORD, Kansas City: Come up. C. S. CHARLOT, Major and Assistant Adjutant- General. SPRINGFIELD, September 26, 1864. Maj. 0. D. GREENE, Chief of Staff: Prices soldiers represent that it [is] his design to cross the stage road between Rolla and Lebanon. J. B. SANBORN, Brigadier- General. SAINT Louis, Mo., September 26, 1864. Brigadier-General SANBORN, Springfield: Your intelligence and soldierly coolness will dictate that when the enemy advances our proper role is to compel him to travel in a corn- pact body by attacking the heads of his columns and scattered parties fiercely, and keeping yourself from his grasp. Compelling him to con- ceiitrate we cut off his subsistence and prepare him for the attack by / which we hope to destroy him. W. S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. SPRINGFIELD, September 26, 1864. Major-General IROSECRANS, Commanding Department: I will move to-morrow morning at 5 oclock, and will be at Lebanon to-niorrow night. 1 shall move with about 2,000 men, and leave the same number here, including militia and citizens. The artillery will all be left here unless otherwise ordered by you. I will give exact numbers when I start. JOHN B. SANBORN, Brigadier- General, Commanding Page 392 392 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIIL SPECIAL ORDERS, HDQRS. DIST. OF SOUTHWEST MIs~OunI, No. 200. ~pringfteld, Ailo., AS~eptember 26, 1864. * * * * * * * V. The mounted troops at this post belongin.g to the following-named regiments will move at 4 a. m. to-morrow, in the order designated, with six days rations and 100 rounds of aminuiiition per man: Sixth Cav- aIry Missouri State Militia, Maj. William Plumb commanding; Eighth Cavalry Missouri State Militia, C ol. J. J. Gravely commanding; Second Arkansas Cavalry, Col. John E. Phelps commanding~ Sixth Provisional Enrolled Missouri Militia, Lieutenant-Colonel McMahan commanding; Seventh Provisional Enrolled Missouri Militia, Maj.Willia.m B. Mitchell commanding. All ambulances will be taken, but no other trains. Sur- geons will move with their respective commands fully prepared for active field service. VI. The mounted men of the Sixth and Seventh Provisional Ilegi. ments Enrolled Missouri Militia,, now under command of Captain Sallee, and other mounted troops arriving at this post, will report to the com- manding officer of this post for scouting and escort duty during the absence of tIme other troops. VII. Commanding officers of the above regiments will report at these headquarters by 4 p. m. the number of men of their respective commands who will be ready to move.~ Commanding officers of the above regiments will leave one commissioned officer in charge of their dismounted men to report for duty to Major Fyan, commanding post. VIII. The commanding officer at Greenfield, Mo., ~~ill, upon receipt of this order, move with his entire command, excepting twelve men, to this post. He will arrive here if possible, by 7 p. in. IX. Col. John E. Phelps, commanding Second Arkansas Cavalry, will at once mount the men of Captain Powells company from the Gov- ernment corral. X. Lient. G. B. Shubert, regimental quartermaster Eighth Cavalry Missouri State Militia, is assigned to duty as acting quartermaster of the troops in the field. * * * * * * * By order of Brigadier-General Sanborn: WM. T. KITThEDGE, Assistant Adjutant- General. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF SOUTHWEST MISSOURI, Springfield, Mo., September 26, 1864. Maj. JOHN COSGRoVE, Oomnwnding at Lebanon: Draw in the troops at the Gasconade. Leave there one commissioned officer and twenty-five men to act as pickets. Instruct them to retire at once on the advance of a large force of the enemy. Send a scout of the militia toward llartville to ascertain what force, and how large, drove our troops from that post this morning, and which way they have moved. They will report at Lebanon to-morrow evening at 2 oclock. JOHN B. SANBOEN, Brigadier- General, Gommanding Page 393 CHAP. LIII.l CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 393 ASSISTANT PROVOST-MARSHALS OFFICE, SEVENTH SUB-DISTRICT OF NORTH MISSOURI, Liberty, Mo., September 26, 1864. Brig. Gen. C. B. FISK, Gomdg. District of North Missouri, Saint Joseph, Mo.: GENERAL: I respectfully call your attention in a brief manner to the condition of the country and its necessities. We have been very quiet for a week, until a day or two ago there was a party of bush- whackers crossed the river from Jackson into Clay Connty under the notorious Boge Roberts, well-known in this county. There are other officers with him, one by the name of bit and one by the name of Moore. There is more danger manifested at present than any time previous of there being serious trmble in this county, and in view of the fact I would respectfully ask that C6mpany K, Ninth Cavalry Missouri State Mili- tia, be sent to this place. While they are alone they are not able to do anything in the way of scouting. I do not regard theni as being wholly safe in their quarters with the force which is supposed to be in the county contending against them. The authorities are doing all in their power to drive these murderers from the county, but the force being small and the horses nearly exhausted makes it rather difficult. We have information that the whole force of bushwhac.kers froni the south side of the river is now on this side. Hoping that this request will meet with your approval, I remain, very respectfully, your obedient servant, W. B. KEMPER, Assistant Provost-Marshal. [Indorsernent.] HEADQUARTERS POST OF LIBERTY, Mo., Liberty, Mo., September 26, 1864. Respectfully forwarded to Brigadier-General Fisk, commanding Dis. trict of North Missouri, and hopes that the request of Captain Kem- per may be granted. D. C. MCMICHAEL, Captain, Commanding Post, Liberty, Mo. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF NORTH MISSOURI, ()lasgow, Mo., September 26, 1864. Col. DANIEL M. DRAPER, Fayette, Mo.: COLONEL: I am satisfied with the news from Fayette. Your boys comiducted themselves with courage, coolness, and gallantry. You will congratulate them for me and tell them I do not believe they are the bread-consuming, cowardly pack of jayhawkers that some of their old friends represent them to be. You will give me the names of offi- cers in command that I may imi a general order congratulate them. That is the way to do it. The fighting qualities of the bushwhack- ers have beemi greatly overestimated. They do not fight; they simuply murder. I trust our boys will give us a good weeks work. Major- General Rosecrans is certain that we can kill the last guerrilla iu North Missouri if we only go at it in a proper muanner. Let time people feel your presence and power wherever you mnove. The entire country deserves scourging. I have no additional intelligence from the guerrillas. Wires are down both ways and the people of this region are very slow to report. I am organizing rebel telegrap Page 394 ~394 LOUISIANA AND TIlE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIII. corps and hope to keel) the lilies up. I have ho ainmiiiiitioii here. You cannot have expended a great quantity as yet. 1 have tele- graphed Saint Louis for carbine cartridges and expect them up to night. Send me m~morandum of just what ammunition they need. I am, colonel, very respectfully, & c., CLINTON B. FISK, Brigadier- General. ALLEN, September 26, 1864. General FISK: I hear that tile rebels have crossed the road going toward Paris. I will start for iRenick, where they crossed; so reported. Came here to save this place last night. Citizens told me they were to attack it, also Huntsville. Was one honr behind them at Huntsville. I missed them between here and Huntsville. I do not know where I will stol). A. A. KING, JR., Major, Commanding, & e. ALLEN, September 26, 1864. General FISK: Just heard by train that they crossed Todd, Anderson, and Thrail- kill, about 300, going to Middle Grove or Paris. A. A. KING, JR., Major, Commanding. GLASGOW, Mo., September 26, 1864. Maj. A. A. KING, Allen: Push on after the villains with vigor. Add to your force all the troops you can find. I will move a column from Fayette toward Henick. Find and kill the devils. CLINTON B. FISK, Brigadier- General. GLASGOW, Mo., September 26, 1864. Col. WILLIAM FOREES, Macon: Move to this point with what men you have. Leave Captain Shook at Brookfiekl for the present. The companies on the North Missouri Railroad will be ordered here in a few days. Mustering officer will be sent here. Compel the rebels to do your hauling, and keep a sharp lookoat for ambushing parties. I need your personal presence here very much. CLINTON B. FISK, Brigadier- General. GLASGOW, September 26, 1864. Col. E. A. KUTZNER, Macon: Send a messenger to Paris immediately with the information that Thrailkill, Todd & Co., about 300 strong, have crossed the North Mis- souri Railroad, going in the direction of Middle Grove and Paris. Let the boys get after them. Make their presence and power felt in Monroe County. CLINTON B. FISK, BrigadieTr- General Page 395 CHAP. LUI.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 395 BRUNSWICK, Mo., & pternber 26, 1864. Brigadier-General FISK: GENERAL: I was brought acquainted with a matter to-day which 1 deem of sufficient importance to communicate to you. My informant was for a time in Price2s army, but is now an undoubted loyal man, so taken and accepted by all good loyal men when met, but is still con- sidered a rebel by those in sympathy with rebellion. He was positive in his assertions of the truth of his statements, but could not tell his authority and enjoined secrecy as to his own name upon me. It is to this effect, and you may take it for what it is worth: The present move- ment of bushwhackers in your neighborhood is composed of about 1,300 men, who are sent there for the purpose of attracting the atten- tion of our troops, while larger bodies direct from Prices army seize both the railroads (Hannibal and Saint Joseph and North Missouri) and destroy them to prevent the concentration of troops to interrupt them in a grand recruiting and pillaging expedition in this country. One hundred and twenty-five men are reported to-day six miles north of Keytesville, and not less than 700 men have passed down a few miles north of this point within the last two weeks, who had crossed the Missouri River to this side in Carroll County, between Lexington and De Witt. This is very reliable, and if wholly true will augment the forces about you into quite a formidable organization. I recommend that you urge upon the powers that be the order of an unscrupulous draft (if sympathizers in this State immediately, taking every able- bodied rebel, wherever found, alid sending them under guard to Geii- eral Grants all(l Shermans armies, where they will hell) us and call do us no harm. It would be a great blessing to Missouri, would defeat the ob,ject of Prices contemplated raid to obtain recruits, and would prevent this State falling into the hands of the bushwhacking party in the next election. A draft of this kind could be enforced simultane- ously throughout the State and would forego the necessity of loyal Missouri furnishing all the calls for men made upon it for the protec- tion and restoration of a glorious Govemnment for a lot of rebels who never say anything except in opposition to it. I start in tile morning for Brookfleld and hope soon to hear of your well-doing in the good cause. I am, general, with high regard, your obedient servant, D. J. HYNES. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF NORTH MISSOURI, Glasgow, Mo., September 26, 1864. General J. B. J)OU~LASS, Fayette, Mo.: GENERAL: I am in receipt of your dispatches of yesterday and am highly gratified to learn of the gallant conduct of the troops at Fay- ette. No Paw Paw about Illat. 1 have ordered your wagons loaded at once with rations as desired. You will immediately on receipt of this send a detachment of fifty well-appointed men to meet the train. I will start them out slowly from this post, but do not think it safe for them to proceed the entire distance to Fayette without additional escort. You must exercise great caution in sending trains. I am sorry the Third Cavalry Missouri State Militia have been so unfortunate. I still think it would have been better for Colonel M[atthews] to have moved his command together as ordered. Ilocheport must be held. It is a good point to operate from. You will establish Lieutenant-Colonel Matthews at that point with his force forthwitl~ and let the rebels o Page 396 396 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. LIlT. that region be made to understand that there is something besides Bill Anderson power in North Missouri. Direct the colonel to speedily enforce the assessment orders sent him. One hundred of the dis- mounted and weak ones ought to hold Itocheport. With the balance of the command you must pursue and destroy the devils, if possible. Major King is out from this post with 200 well-appointed men; was chas- ing the villains from Fayette when last heard from. I have no later intelligence from the guerrillas than you have. The telegraph lines are down, both ways from us, and the citizens of this county are not apt to report the presence of guerrillas until the week after they have been seen. Your knowledge of the country together with that of Col- onel Draper and Major Leonard ought to enable you to dig out the ras- cals. Impress upon the troops the imperative necessity of fighting. It is fight or die; no trifling now. I sent 2, ~00 rations to liocheport yes- terday morning by steamer Shreveport. I dont know what disposition can be made with them unless they were taken on to Jefferson City. I would prefer that we eat outs the substance of the people at Rocheport. Keep me advised daily by rebel messengers. Put your hand severely npoii the sympathizing population. They need a severe lesson and ought to be scourged. Lieutenant-Colonel Hynes is at Brunswick in- vestigating the Keytesville disaster. His escort will leave him at Brookfield to-day and bushwhack across the country until they join you. If the command is short of ammunition make requisition at once and send to me. Close every dramshop you find and order it kept closed until permission to open shall be obtained from my headquarters. Paw out and break up the offending parties. General Rosecrans telegraphs me that it is an easy thing to accomplish the entire extermination of the bushwhackers in North Missouri, and there is great astonishment at department headquarters that so little is accomplished. I would like to give him a good weeks work. Jam, general, respectfully, & c., CLINTON B. FISK, Brigadier- General. HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF ~ ORTH MISSOURI, 18648 a. rn. General DOUGLASS, Glasqow, Mo., & ptember ~6 Fayette, Mo.: GENERAL: I am just in receipt of information that Todd, Quantrill & Co. stayed all night at John Vileys, on the road from Fayette to Huntsville, a bout four miles from Itoanoke easterly, on Saturday night. Major King was close after them. You had better move in that direc- hon unless you get other information meantime. There were about 400 of them, and this is undoubtedly tIme greatest concentration of guer- rillas in this region. Respectfully, CLINTON B~ FISK, Brigadier- General. Brio. Gen. C. B. FISK, FAYETTE, September 26, 18643.30 p. m. Glasgow, Mo.: GENERAL: Your several letters by Blackman and one by Mr. Crmnp received. I will move from here as soon as our commissary supplie Page 397 CHAP. LIII.] CORRESPONDENCE, ETC.UNION. 397 arrive. I hazjl taken the precaution to send out sixty men this morning to meet provision train. I will order Colonel Matthews to liocheport and Colonel Draper and Major Leonard to Reniek, on the North Mis- souri Railroad, with instructions to turn to the, right or left, as they may hear of Thrailkills mQvements. I will take the First Iowa and move toward Columbia, probably leaving Columbia to my right. The force that Major King is followitig is doubtless striking for Paris, and will turn from there back to the Perche Hills. My reason for so think- ing is that Bill Anderson and Capt. Tom Todd left Thrailkill after leaving Fayette, Anderson going to Boonsborongh and Todd going to the Perche hills. I will try and take care of him, as he will evidently nndertake to concentrate a large force, thinking that the whole force will be led off by Thrailkill. I will exert myself to exterminate these devils and do it in the shortest way possible. I have to-day 150 men out pressing forage and horses off of the wealthy farmers of Howard. I am determined to let them know what war means, and make it to their interest to help put this rebellion down. I am, general, very respectfnlly, your obedient servant, J. B. DOUGLASS, Brigadier- General. HuNTsVILLE, September 26, 1864. General C. B. FISK: Thrailkill, Todd & Co., were here yesterday at 12 oclock. A de- mand for the surrender of the place was made in the name of Colonel Perkins. I told them to come and take it. They reported their num- ber at 500; I suppose they had 250. They went in the direction of Renick; were four miles northwest of here when last heard from. - A. F. DENNY, Lieutenant- Colonel. BROOKPIELD, September 26, 1864. General FISK: All is quiet in Linn and vicinity yesterday and to-day. Friday and Saturday we were threatened at Brookfield by forty men who made our section a visit. We have a force of volunteers and soldiers after them toward Chariton. I will telegraph you daily of our condition. E. J. CRANDALL. FORT LEAvENWORTH, KANS., September 26, 1864. MajorGeneral HALLECK, Chief of Staff: Dispatch received.* Had already begun moving troops and support- ing my southeast, but a full regiment of 100-days men and part of the First Colorado going out this week, my main dependence umust be on militia. If Prices forces come westward the militia are notified to be ready. S. II. CURTIS, Major- General. See September 24, m ~O Page 398 398 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSIPPI. [CHAP. L~. SAINT LouIs M Major-General CURTIS, , 0., September 26 1864. Leavenworth: The Second Colorado~ is yours. The move of Price was to be on Jef- ferson City; the head of his column, under Shelby, was at Pocahontas last Tuesday. Shelby is now in the vicinity of Fredericktown,if not attacking Ironton at 3 p. in. to-day. Price personally was seen with Shelby between Pocahoutas and Current River, but his troops were not on that road. My present impression is that he will come toward Jef- ferson, between Rolla and Lebanon, and pass out toward Kansas, unless J)revented, and that Shelby is operating to draw troops to the southeast and there join him. There are public stores at Kan sas City which must be taken to Leavenworth or Saint Joseph, if you think Ford must go. I would suggest that until Prices movements are developed it would not be wise for you to go too far south. You cannot do much good by it; on the contrary, when his strength and intentions in Missouri are developed you will be able not only to cover your State from ravage, but with what we can do will make him pay dearly. He has 300 wagons in his train, which he will hardly be able to keep. W S. ROSECRANS, Major- General. LEAVENWORTH, September 26, 1864. Major-General CURTIS: I will garrison Fort Leavenworth whenever you think it necessary. What number of militia will it require~ THOS. CARKEY, Governor. FORT LEAVENWORTH, September 26, 1864. Colonel BLAIR, Fort Scott, Kans..~ General Rosecrans says Price has entered Missouri and is making his way to the Missouri-River. Efforts are being made to cut oft his retreat. He will be driven westward. Keel) sending out scouts and keep everything snug and close. Whatever news you get telegraph. S. R. CURTIS, Major- General, Commanding. LAWRENCE, September 26, 1864. Governor CARNEY: The best information I get shows that a large force of rebels is march- irig on Fort Scott. To meet them the Government troops on the east- ern border of the State must be withdrawn, which will leave that bor- der exposed. I respectfully request that the militia of time eastern tier of counties be called at once into service, and for a period not less than sixty days. Time is everything just now, and wish to hear from you on this matter immediately. A like request will probably reach you from General Curtis in a few hours. GEG. SYKES, Major- General, Commanding Page 399 COflESPOlDflOE, ETO.UNION. am raj 899 Darn, & pteusber 96, 1864. MRj. C. S. CHaLoT: I have been informed by E. W. Wynkoop, commanding Fort Lyon, that he is on his way here with Cheyenne and Arapaho chieth and four white prisoners they gave up. Winter approaches. Third Regiment Is Ml, and they know they will be chastised or their outr~ges and now want peace. I hope that the major-general will direct that they make Ml restitution ad then go on their reserve ad stay there. Would like to hear by telegraph. 3. N. CHIVINGTON, Oeusmndksg D4etriet p HaaDQrA.uTnus DEPnTflNT OP Nw Kunco, 01. GaMete, F. Mew., September *6, 1864. Capt Onus H. Dz FonsaT Aetg. teat. A4jL (lea., drnw i6 .N Met: OmAn!: I have had the honor to receive your note of the 24th instant. If Colonel Chain is in Santa P6, order him by letter to ro-. coed at once to Fort Bascom and assume command of that post The commander at Fort Bascom will be instructed by express to say to the mows and Comaches who case to that post under a flag of truce that their people have attacked our trains, killed our people, and run off our stocks that we believe their heirts are bad, and that they talk with a forked tongue; that we put no confidence inwhat they say; that they must go away, as we regard them not as Mends; that they need not come in with any morewhiteflags until they are willing to give up all the stock they have stolen this year from our people, and also the men among them who have killed our people without provocation or case; that we will not permit them to visit the Navajoes outhe reser- vation, nor permit any trety to b4 made with the LIava~jces until the injuries done us have been atoned for to our satisfaction. This is what must at once be told them, and these emissaries must go away. I am fearful that they came in only to spy out the strength of the command, & c. and have a strong force near to swoop off the stock, as was done at i?ort Lamed. Send a co y of Deus? letter to Colonel Carson by express, also of your letter to Deus an cf this letter toyourselt It i~ probable he will at once change his purpose about finding the mows ad Comaches ou Crooked Creek cr Beaver, and will proceed east and find them on the Colorado east of Fcrt Bascom. en these hag- of-truce men have been ordered off as here directed, we shall have a right to attack the tribes wherever and whenever fond. Order in from Fort Canby to Fort Union without delay by letter Captain Pfeiffers company, First Cavalry New Mexico #olunteeri. The company will bring all its horse equipage and ordnance ad ord. nance stores. Sat to Colonel MoFerran that all horses inthe quartermasters depart- ment at Franklin or Las Cruces I desire sent without delay to Fort Union. According to my recollection, when the new horses went below lastNovember and were assigned to companies, those in the companies which were then not fit for service were turned into the quartermas- ters department These are the ones I refer to if there are any such. Write to General Crocker that in case any kiowas or Comanches atteapttqcometoFortSumneruuderawhiteflagtoreftsethemadzfi Page 400 400 LOUISIANA AND THE TRANS-MISSISSiPPI. [CHAP. LIII. tan~e for the reasons herein stated; that no treaty or talk shall be had between them and the Navajoes until farther orders. The general should have scouts out well to the east to guard against a sudden (lash and foray for stock by the Kiowas and Comanches. Apaches and Navajoes will be excellent for this purpose, and if they come in col- lision with the Kiowas and Coumanches so much the better. We have got to make war, especially on the Kiowas, and need not nuiice matters with them. If war can be avoided with the Southern Comanches it will be better. If Colonel Carson gets the Utes to go and moves down the country north of the Colorado, a force of Navajoes and Apaches could move down the Fort Smith road and co-operate with him. Write to General Ciocker and get him to see ~ 250 of these Thdians would go. A coin- pany would have to go with them from Fort Sumner to guard the food. and either MeCleave or Bristol or Fritz in command. This letter will be entered upon the records. I am, captain, very respectfully, your obedient servant, JAMES H. CARLETON, Brigadier- General, Commanding. (Copy to Colonel Carson.) STATE OF MiNNESOTA, EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT, Saint Paul, September 2G, 1864. Brig. Gen. H. H. SIBLEY, Commanding District of Minnesota, Saint Paul, Minn.: GENERAL: I respectfully inclose copy of a communication of Col. B. F. Smith, commanding State troops in the vicinity of Blue Earth. You will perceive that he alleges gross negligence on behalf of the U. S. forces, and represents the employmeilt of State troops as a necessity if we would prevent a stampede of the citizens. I respectfully suggest the propriety of an investigation in the premises, and begthatyou~vih1, as early as practicable, so strengthen the line of posts as to warrant me in relieving the State of her present expense. I deem it proper to apply for a small number of cavalry, so soon as the proper number are at your disposal, to ten~porarily take the place of those which Colonel Smith is now employing inside of your. lines, and thus dissipate the apprehensions of the citizens in that vicinity until the comlnencelnent of winter shall make further Indian raids impracticable. I have no doubt that much of the apprehension and alarm of the inhabitants is base- less, but the murders which recently occurred in that vicinity keep the community in a state of excitement and terror, and for the good of the whole people I must make special effort to lull and compose peculiar localities, which from time to time may partake of the excitement which has occasioned so much trouble to the authorities during the last two years. I ani, general, very respectfully, your obedient servant, S. MILLER. I respectfully request tIme return to this place of a 6-pounder smooth- bore brass gun, which I am informed is now at Fort Abererombie. It was loaned with carriage and caisson by the State authorities to the U. S. forces in 1862 Page 401 Wa iaj CONEESPONDENCE, ETO.UNION. 401 ~1 STATE OP MINNESOTA, Enounvu DUPnTT, A4jutantGenersl Kanos: JfuAsksto, Bept.uuber 29, 1864. Lastweeklconcluded to pass over the frontier posts and seeif I could not withdraw our outposts, and see also what was going on. At New UlmI found but little interestwas taken In anything save in rebuilding the town, which they are doing rapidly. The people seem to rely on the Government troops to protect them. I was surprised at the indifference they manifest They dont care to know whether danger is near or far ot Thetythinkasquad of thirty men can be. raised, buttake little interest in the matter. At Madelia I found a num her of cavalry from some of Colonel Pfaenders posts. The werenot on duty. They were visiting I should think. From there I went south on the line to Blue Earth City. I fond that to withdraw our small posts would cause a stampede of the settlers from Madelia to Chain Lakes, as the people are still fearful of another raid. I consulted with Colonel Pfaender at the first outbreak and agreed to establish the posts, and cannot in good faith, withdraw them until I have a further conference with him on the subject In fact, I dont know that we are yet free from danger; butldo not wish to keep men on dutyasingle day longer than prudence will dictate. Should theybe withdrawn and our citizens murdered I would be blamed on all hands; but I shall act upon the best information and upon my ndgment until further orders. Major Fisher agreedtogotoChain Lakes last week to muster the company ordered at that place, but he writes me to-day that he was unable to go, so I shall start to-monow myself; and will complete the organization of all the squads and the company at this place and soon send you a cop of the muster-rolls, with the bonds, & c. I saw Captain Iqewson, and from the conversation related to me that he had with General Sibley it would seem that we should be still vigilant and watch closely, as we may again be surprised by hostile savages; but I am not much given to alarm, and perhaps do not give heed enough to reports I hear. Should the Minute Men be mustered for pay (as In the Army); and If so, how often and at what time, and on what rolls, & c.I If theyraisebutthirtymenatNewUlmapartoftherevolvers there might be used here. The field piece of this place I have taken charge of to-day. I found no one had it in charge, and it has been neglected. I will to it and turn Itover when required. I am, general, your obedient servant B. F. SMITH. HDQiw. 1)1ST. 01? MINNESOTA, DEPT. OP Tn NoRTHwEST, E.d.t P..l, lB..., September N, 186L His Excellency S. MILLER, (Io.,ensor of Miswseeota, E.d.t Paul: Sm: I beg leave to acknowlede the receipt of your official commu- nication of this date covering a dispatch from CoL B; F. Smith, Minne- sota State Militik, to the a4jutant-general of the State. I am not a little surprised at the statements of Colonel Smith relative to the absence of some of the enlisted men of the U. S. Volunteer cavalry from their proper posts, as Lieutenant-Colonel Pfaender, commanding Second Sub-District, has been instructed to cause the utmost vigilance to be exercised at all the sta along the line, and emily a 26 3 3VOL XXJ~ PT Page 402 402 LOUISIANA AND THE TEANS-MISSISSIPPL (Wa ra few days since I addressed him unofficially, urging 1dm to keen a . commissioned officer moving from one to another with a view to keeping the several detachments in constant don for any emer ucy. The force will be increased along the border upon the return of the ex- peditionary column under Colonel Thomas, which I have reason to believe will be very soon. Up to that time the lack of numerical strength must be made up by increased activity on the part of officers and men. A copy of Colonel Sndths letter will be inclosed to Lieuten- ant-Colonel Pfaender, with instructions to take the most stringent means to increase the efficiency of the detachments charged with de- fading the approaches to the frontier. I have no intelligence which leads me to apprehend any formidable demonstration on the part of the savages, but I deem it quite probable some parties of horse4hieves in small numbers may attempt depredations atpoiuta alonpthe frontier before the setting iii of winter, and I have inculcated stnct attention everywhere in anticipation of such contingency. The 6-pounder gun at Fort Abercrombie belonging to the State wUlbe brought don as soon as that can be done by returning teams. With great respect, your obedient servant, BrEgadier-Gs.r4Oosmaadiag. 48 CANAL STunT, Yew Orleans, September *7,1864. M~or DEAn. I have already made a report to you of two or three raids that have been made on my plantations in the parish of Ascension, and of the defense made there by my brother and the people on the place, when they killed one of the most notorious of the jayhawkers and captured another, who is now in the city a prisoner. I hear from Southwood, under yesterdays date, that thin. scoundrels were In there again on Sunday last, stealing everything they could lay hands on and frighten- ing the negroes so that they will not go to their work. I am now giv- ing employment to and feeding on three plantations a4j6ining each other in that parish between 400 and 500 negroes. I have a very valu- able crop. There is a road ott one of the places by which these guer- rillas can come in, and I fear unless it can be.protected I shall have to abandon the ijegroes and the pin, including a crop that has cost me a years hard laborwith 400 hands and $90,000 m cash to raise. A very small party of soldiers, say twelve to twenty, would give perfect securitytothewhole hbyguardingthatroad andlaskof you to do me the favor to let that. protection beplaceci there which was promised by Major-General Banks at the beginning of the season. I have the honor to be, major, your obedient servank [IudgrsamfctJ HEADQuAETnS DnAUTNT OP THE GULP, Yew Orleans, September *7,1864. Respectfully referred to Major-General Herron, commanding District of Baton Rouge and Poyt Hudson. Afcrcewillbesenttothis placeif consistent with the presentar- rangemients, and if in General Herrons opinion it can be done with beneflttothatpartofthedistrict. By command of Maj. Ge