William L. Brandon to Samuel Cooper, October 2, 1864

(Received 4th.) General S. COOPER, Adjutant and Inspector General: The following communication has been received from Governor Clark: The State of Mississippi has to defend herself in future. For this defense I romise to secure volunteers for six months without regard to age, if mustered into service previous to enrollment or conscription. I have no doubt of my right to them as troops of war of the States. The commandant of the State addressed General Preston on the subject on 25th August, but has had no reply. As this insures a conflict with the State authorities I desire your instructions.

W. L. BRANDON,