Unknown to James H. Carleton, November 11, 1861

Colonel CARLETON:

DEAR SIR: For the past three days I have been confined to my room and to my bed, or 1 would have visited you at Camp Latham. Parties are, I am informed, passing here en route east toward Texas. One party of about twenty left here on Saturday or Sunday, and another small party arrived yesterday, as I am informed. Some of the men have acquaintances in this city and have endeavored to get them to join their party. I think it would be a good plan if some reliable person could be induced to join them, and go with them as far at least as Fort Yuma. Some of these men are still in town, and more are expected in a day or two. I now think there is cause to fear an attack on Fort stage to-morrow morning.

12 m.—I have this moment learned that Showalter is now in this city. I have accordingly opened this letter to apprise you of the fact. Sede VWs