Thomas A. Scott to Org, November 10, 1861

DEAR SIR:

Your favor, dated November 4, to the Secretary of War, was received this morning, and contents carefully noted. The Secretary being absent, allow me to assure you that no effort shall be spared to concentrate a ‘powerful army in Kentucky. The forces in Western Virginia cannot be withdrawn at present, their co-operation being necessary to important movements contemplated by the Commanderin-Chief. In afew days a thorough reorganization of military departments will be effected, and the forces so arranged as to move in concert. We shall procure men, arms, and munitions for Kentucky as rapidly as possible, and, with the co-operation of our Union friends in your State, will speedily drive the rebels into Tennessee. The President and his Cabinet are doing all they can to meet the pressing wants of the several departments.

Very respectfully, yours,