About Ashby's cavalry.
near Port Republic, June 10, 1862.
Major: I am gratified to see from your letter that you have succeeded so well in removing the public property from Staunton.
Respecting your operating against the enemy with Gilmer's company and such other force as you may be able to collect, it is not advisable for the present.
I am very desirous of having the cavalry, lately
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under the gallant Ashby, organized.
Is Gilmer's company necessary west of Staunton?
Please let me know where the cavalry are that belong to the Army of the Northwest.
From what I learn they are probably with General Loring.
Where is General Edward Johnson?
If he is still with you remember me to him very kindly, and ask him whether there are any objections to his cavalry being ordered to the vicinity of Staunton, if it is not already there.
Very truly yours, 