Unknown to Peter G. T. Beauregard, March 3, 1861

Peter G. T. Beauregard having been appointed Buligadios: general of the Confederate States of America, and having been ordered to assume command of the troops in «nd near Charleston Harbor, will be obeyed and respected accordingly, and all State officers of the volunteers, _ enlisted men, and militia, on duty, are commanded to obey all orders

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Washington, March 4, 1861. Goy. F. W. Pickens, Charleston, 8. O.: Do not permit any attack on Sumter without authority of Government of Confederated States. This is all important. Inaugural means war. There is strong ground for belief that re- -enforcements will be speedily sent. Be vigilant.

bwehts i LOUIS T. WIGFALL.

‘ rae concur, and believe this Government ies act promptly. Ay L. Q. Washington.