LEXINGTON, September 21, 1864.

Captain J. H. STEGER:

I am convinced that at least 100 guerrillas crossed north near Sibley, and 100 near Dover on the 16th instant, leaving only a few scattered ones on this side. Can I take my available force now in this county and cross over, leaving Major Neil temporarily in command Second Sub-District, at this place

J. McFERRAN,

Colonel, Commanding.

TIPTON, September 21, 1864.

Captain STEGER:

Send dispatch to Colonel McFerran that 130 guerrillas passed Blackwater through the western part of Cooper County last night.

E. B. BROWN,

Brigadier-General.

TIPTON, September 21, 1864.

Captain STEGER:

Advise Colonel Ford that these men are coming up. Direct the commanding officer at Pleasant Hill to watch for them about Big Creek. Also advise Colonel McFerran that they will be in La Fayette.

E. B. BROWN,

Brigadier-General.

HEADQUARTERS, Warrensburg, September 21, 1864-2.45 p.m.

Colonel JAMES McFERRAN,
Lexington:

Your troops are needed on this side. A band of about 100 guerrillas passed northwest through Hickory County on the night of the 19th instant. They will probably enter La Fayette. Look out for them.

By command of Brigadier-General Brown:

J. H. STEGER,

Assistant Adjutant-General.

HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF CENTRAL MISSOURI, Warrensburg, September 21, 1864-8.15 p.m.

Colonel JAMES McFERRAN,
Lexington:

One hundred and sixty guerrillas passed Dug Ford, Saline County, at 7 this a.m. moving west. They will probably move up Davis' Creek. Be on the alert from them.

By command of Brigadier-General Brown:

J. H. STEGER,

Assistant Adjutant-General.