OR, Series 1, Vol. 14, Page 692

Charleston, S. C., November 29, 1862 -- 8:15 a. m.
 
Brig. Gen. R. S. Ripley
Comdg. 1st Mil. Dist., Dept. of S. C. and Ga., Charleston
 
General,
   I am informed the enemy's fleet has left Hilton Head. We must be prepared to meet him at all points. You will issue three days' provisions to movable troops and sufficient ammunition. See that all troops are provided with haversacks. Collect cars enough to transport two regiments at a time on the Charleston & Savannah Railroad and the Northeastern Railroad. No train should be overloaded.
   My impression is that the enemy's demonstration is intended against Georgetown; if so, we may have to march also some troops from here; make all the necessary preparations. You will be put in command of all troops moving in that direction. You will please forward by express the inclosed note to General Trapier.
Respectfully, your obedient servant,
G. T. Beauregard
General, Commanding

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