Joseph R. West to E. E. Eyre, January 15, 1862

Lieut. Col. E. E. EYRE, First Cavalry California Volunteers, Camp Latham:

COLONEL: I have received news from Major Fergusson, at Camp Wright, that makes it necessary for you to use all possible expedition on your return to Camp Carleton. Major Fergusson finds it impossible to provide forage at Camp Wright for his train and the detachment of cavalry under Lieutenant Wellman. On your arrival at Camp Carleton satisfy yourself whether you can provide for ninety animals in addition to those already there, and dispatch an express to Major Fergusson at ouce with the proper information. On receiving favorable notice from you Major Fergusson will send his train and Lieutenant Wellman’s detachment of Company B to San Bernardino. Ihave ordered the men of Captain Shirland’s company to return to Camp Latham. Report to me without delay whether you can provide for the animals from Camp Wright.

very respectfully,