E. Johnson to Harman, January 2, 1862

Colonel HARMAN: The enemy are at Greenbrier in considerable force. I think it likely I shall be attacked in the morning.” We are able to hold our position. ‘ I received intelligence a day since from the commanding officer at Huntersville that he expected to be attacked by a large force. Our position

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«may be turned. If the enemy get in our rear intelligence from ús may be cut off; so you must look to your own expresses for intelligence from us. The enemy may attack here and at Huntersville. Should we be besieged, re-enforcements may be hurried out. You must keep yourself advised in this matter. I have sent for Scott and Goode to come AL see

Respectfully, &c.,