377 upportunity of examining the cattle which the Indians were tak- ing along with them, and were perfectly satisfied that none of their cattle were being driven away. The Indians having now been taken north of Red River will of course no longer be regarded as friendly, whenever they may be seen south of that stream or anywhere in Texas.
Very Respectfully Yr Obt Servt GEO H. THOMAS Major Ind body Comdg Indian Escort
M Order No. 9 Head Quarters, Camp at Caddo Spring July 17 1859
Second Lieut Carmack,
You will detail ten men of this command and prepare for scout service for three or four days, leaving tomorrow forenoon. You will scout the country west of the Brazos Reserve and visit the Comanche Reserve, informing Agent Leeper that I am instructed by the State Government to treat as hostile all Indians found off of either Reserve unless accompanied by an Agent or some responsible white man. You will act accordingly, should you fall in with Indians. You will call at the place of Mr. John R Baylor on the Clear Fork of the Brazos and ascertain whether his houses or other improvements have been destroyed by fire. If so, ascertain, if possible, by whom they were set on fire. You will inform all citizens with whom you may meet, of the objects of the station placing this force here, and should you meet with any armed men threatening an attack upon either Re- serve, warn them in the name of the State of Texas to desist from such unlawful purpose & return to their homes. Do not remain out over four days, and should any discovery be made worthy of it, send me a messenger immediately.
JNO HENRY BROWN Capt Comdg State Troops
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