John Pearson , Master United States Navy, Commanding Steamer General Taylor to Master Pearson, United States Navy, August 28, 1849

Commandant Newton, United States Navy, to Master Pearson, United States Navy.

[699] Sir: You will proceed without delay to the southeast end of Horn Island with the United States steamer General Taylor, under your command, where you will find the sloop of war Albany, Commander V. M. Randolph, to whom you will report.

I have requested him to send you back with the General Taylor, at the expiration of one week from the date on which you report, and sooner if your services can be dispensed with.

You will take every precaution to prevent accident by fire, or otherwise, and be strictly governed by the rules and regulations which are hung up on board.

I am, respectfully, &c.,