The War of the Rebellion Volume 24, PT. 1; A Compilation of the Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies (Paperback)

This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1902 Excerpt: ...manner drill daily at stated hours, and be at all times ready for active service during the month. Arms and equipments will not be taken from the armory except for service. When the men are off duty the arms and equipments will be carefully stored away in the armory, which will at all times be suitably guarded. Military treasurers of the State and counties will be appointed by the Governor. By order of Brigadier-General Schofield: C. W. MARSH, Assistant Adjutant QeneraL War Department, Washington, July 29, 1862. Major-General Curtis, Helena, Ark.: The naval officers report to me that they cannot convoy your vessels up either the White or Arkansas Rivera. If so, you must move by land quickly and rapidly, so as to check the enemy's movements in Southern Missouri. Answer by telegraph. H. W. HALLECK, Major-General. Headquarters Army Op The Southwest, Helena, Ark., July 29,1862. Maj. Gen. H. W. Halleok: General: I am delayed for want of gunboats and transports, but hope soon to be ready, with or without such aid, to move on Little Rock. I have sent out expeditions on both sides of the Mississippi, chasing Jeff. Thompson beyond Coldwater and burning bridge over that stream. Captured rebel mails having letters from Tupelo of 10th, Little Rock of the 19th, and General Pike's headquarters of the 5th. Reports and letters from General Hind man aud General Pike and officers from Tupelo are taken. General Pike sends resignation. His letters are gloomy; thinks Coffee will have to retire beyond Verdigris, aud thinks the Indians very doubtful. General Hiudman reports thirty Arkansas regiments poorly armed; also Texas and Louisiana troops. These forces are not yet concentrated. He complains of a delay in getting arms, and seems very much dissatisfied with the delay. The off...