William S. Rosecrans to Arthur C. Ducat, November 8, 1862
Communication and dispatch of 12 m. received. Have instructed General McCook to send you 50,000 assorted rations as soon as possible. We are astonished Kennett does not move more rapidly; he has his orders such as sent you last night. Send back communication to Gallatin and find him; he is moving that way in the rear, instead of front. You must have his force, and use all that can be spared from a strong occupation of Hartsville on the front and flank of your advance across the river. Do all you can to communicate with General McCook at Nashville. Kennett’s orders are to occupy Hartsville strongly, and the balance on your front.
General Smith has been ordered to join you when relieved by General Dumont. The general leaves for Nashville on Monday morning.
By command of General Rosecrans:
Tteutenant-Oolonel and Acting Ohief of Staff.