My Dear Sir:—
I despatched the telegram at about 5 o’clock. No answer yet. Perhaps it was referred to Montgomery, or time may not have been given to respond before the close of the office. A consultation of cabinet may have been required. In short, many things of a similar nature may have occurred. General Davis will be written to to-day. No attack can be made without orders from Montgomery.
Truly yours,
John Tyler.
Two o’clock P.M., February 20, 1861.
My Dear Sir:—
I have this moment received a telegram from Charleston. The Governor says: “Received your message; know nothing about the report you speak of; no one is authorized to speak for me; things must stand without any movement in force.” I would send the despatch, but the latter part of it relates to another matter.
Truly and sincerely your friend,
John Tyler.
Brown’s Hotel, February 24, 1861.