“Officers must not be recognised by military titles, and officers or men must not speak of Fenian matters while en route.
“Take no man who is a loafer or a habitual drunkard.
“Take no man who has not seen service, or who has not sufficient character to ensure his good behaviour en route and in presence of the enemy.
“Any arms, uniforms, or war material remaining in the hands of circles must be immediately packed and forwarded to the points designated in circular of February 19, 1870.
“Hold no communications with any person not authorised from these head-quarters. All letters relating to military matters must be addressed to M. Kerwin, Deckertown, Sussex County, New Jersey.
“Let no consideration prevent a prompt compliance with this order.
“M. Kerwin,
“Brig.-Gen. and Sec. of War.
“Approved,
“John O’Neill,
“President Fenian Brotherhood.
“H. le Caron,
“Col. and Adj.-General.”