John Tyler, J. R to Leroy P. Walker, September 8, 1861

Hon. L. P. WALKER: There is much alarm here about the coast. Stronger force and vigorous action absolutely necessary. Will you increase the force and quicken the energy, or will you furnish funds to support troops and approbate prompt State action for that purpose? I wish to avoid all conflict of een but prompt action is indispensable. Please answer immediately. – Richmond, September 9, 1861. Governor BROWN, Savannah, Ga. : In a letter to General Lawton I have ordered him to increase his force as he may deem necessary. All legitimate expenditures for this purpose within the line of his approval will be paid by the Government Richmond tember 9, 1861. General A. R. LAWTON, » Sep ‘ Savannah, Ga. : You are authorized to organize such military force as is in your opinion necessary for the dsfense of the coast of Georgia.

. JOHN TYLER, J. R.,