J. Porter to John J. Abercrombie, June 28, 1861

Col. J. J. ABERCROMBIE, Seventh Infantry, Commanding Sixth Brigade :

Sir: The commanding general directs you to march as early as practicable to-morrow morning with two regiments of your brigade, and encamp near the First Brigade at Downsville. The third regiment will be left as guard to the store-houses, hospitals, &c.,in town. A guard of one officer and twenty-five men will be sent to guard the property, funds, &c., in this building pertaining to the staff departments. Captain MceMullen is directed to report to you with his company to march at the same time.

very respectfully, your obedient servant,