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officer, and used only for such purposes as he may deem proper.
5. That the post offices be inspected frequently; for, although I found nothing treasonable about them in my investigation, still I have no doubt that much illegal matter passes through them.
From the information I could glean from various sources I am convinced that almost every merchant in those lower counties has, to some extent, either been directly smuggling goods into Virginia, or has sold to irresponsible parties.
In conclusion, I desire to express my indebtedness to Lieutenant C. Hartwell, of General Banks's staff, for many valuable suggestions during this expedition, as also to Captain Menken, commanding squadron First Ohio cavalry, for his promptness in the execution of orders.
Two days of the six we travelled fifty miles a day, because of my anxiety to surprise certain parties.
Notwithstanding this, not a complaint was heard from a single man. The material of this squadron is excellent.
I have the honor to be, very respectfully,
Your most obedient servant,
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