Letter
G. W. Kelly to J. H. Steger, September 8, 1864
BOONVILLE, Mo.
BOONVILLE, Mo., September 8, 1864.
Capt. J. H. STEGER, Assistant Adjutant-General: Ihave just arrived here with my train. Ifind 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 Cavalry.
Editor's Notes
From: Operations in Missouri, Arkansas, Kansas, Indian Territory, Pt. 1. Location: BOONVILLE, Mo.. Summary: Major G. W. Kelly reports to Captain J. H. Steger that he has arrived in Boonville, Missouri, finds guerrilla forces scattered, and notes widespread panic due to recent local murders.
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The War of the Rebellion: Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies, Series I, Volume 41, Part 1
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