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August 21ST, 1864--4.30 P. M.
Major-General C. W. Field, Chaffin's Bluff:
A brigade of cavalry and one of infantry, followed by wagon train, are reported passing in front of our works around Petersburg to our right. Advise General Hampton. These troops are supposed to come from north of James river.

R. E. Lee, General. Official: W. H. Taylor, A. A. G.

Petersburg, Va., August 21st, 1864--4.45 P. M.
Major-General Wade Hampton, via Chaffin's Farm:
Your telegram received. If enemy's cavalry has left north side, I desire you to move with “Hampton's” division to this point as soon as practicable.

R. E. Lee, General. Official: W. H. Taylor, A. A. G.

August 21ST, 1864--11 P. M.
Charles G. Talcott, Danville Railroad, Richmond, Va., and Superintendent Southside railroad, Petersburg, Va.:
It is reported that enemy's cavalry crossed Weldon railroad at Reams' this evening, and took direction of Dinwiddie Court-house. Raid on Southside and Danville railroads may be contemplated. Be on the lookout for them.

W. H. Taylor, Assistant Adjutant-General.

August 21ST, 1864--4.45 P. M.
Major-General C. W. Field, via Chaffin's Farm:
Telegram received. If enemy has reduced his force, send two (2) of your brigades to Petersburg. Telegraph Major Wood, Quartermaster, Richmond, to have cars at Rice's turnout.

R. E. Lee, General. Official: W. H. Taylor, A. A. G.

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