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Alfred Roman, The military operations of General Beauregard in the war between the states, 1861 to 1865, chapter 27 (search)
62. Genl. G. T. Beauregard: In my opinion you ought not to go to the Mississippi. I will explain to you when we meet. Your friend, R. Toombs, Brig.-Genl. Centreviile, Jan. 21st, 1862., about 12 h. M. Answer. Very well; please explain as soon as possible. I am anxious to do for the best. G. T. Beauregard. Genl. R. Toombs. Richmond, Jan. 20th, 1862. Capt. E. P. Alexander: Urge General Beauregard to decline all proposals and solicitations. William F. Alexander. Private and confidential. Richmond, Va., Jan. 23d, 1862. Dear General,— * * * * * * My reasons for venturing to send you the telegram I did were few, but very decided. In the first place, I think the line of the Potomac is by far the most important in the contest. It is at that point, by strong and energetic movements, we will be compelled to disentangle ourselves from our present difficulties. I consider your presence there as of the highest possible importan