J. H. Taylor to M. C. Meias, June 15, 1863

General M. C. MEIas, Quartermaster-General, Washington:

Your dispatch is just received. All precautions were taken to secure the safe removal of all our public Prope at Aquia consistent with our military necessities. All the sick and wounded were removed last night. There was no danger of an attack. The rebels are too busy elsewhere ; besides, a force under General Warren, was left to protect the removal of the depot, and Colonel Sawtelle had charge of our department there. I am satisfied the work can be done, though we were greatly hurried, and marched rapidly to secure desirable advantages, which I hope we now hold. I gave Colonel Sawtelle very definite orders what to do. I charged him not to burn-the wharf or buildings.

I assure y ou every possible protective measure was taken after it was decided to change our base. Iam satisfied you know I would do all in my, ower. I hope you will believe all of us have done as well as could be done. Our men and teams are in splendid condition.

HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF Washington, June 15, 1863—8.30 p. m. Colonel JEWETT, Commanding at Poolesville:

CoLoNnEL: It would be well to draw in your infantry pickets, and get your command.as well in hand as possible. The section of guns should certainly be withthe main body. The general regrets that he can send you no more cavalry; that you have must make up by activity for lack of numbers. There is a commissary depot near Edwards Ferry. Let the person incharge of it have timely warning if you have trouble. Cover all approaches to your position with coveley patrols.

respectfully, your most obedient servant,