Richd. C. Drum to E. A. Rowe, December 26, 1861

Capt. E. A. Rowe, Second Cav. California Vols., Comdg. Fort Churchill, Nev. Ter.: SIR: In reply to your letter of the 18th instant, regarding Indian affairs in the vicinity of Fort Churchill, am directed by the general commanding the department to say that your action on the requisition of Governor Nye is approved. Although the Governor of the Territory has no military authority over the troops stationed within its limits, yet the general desires you to afford him every assistance in your power, at the same time exercising a sound discretion in the matter.

Very respectfully, your obedient servant,