Louis, now used as the Fair Grounds, by the following order: [Special Order No. 87]. HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE MISSOURI St. Louis, December 23, 1861 [EXTRACT.] Brigadier-General W. T. Sherman, United States Volunteers, is hereby assigned to the command of the camp of instruction and post of Benton Barracks. He will have every armed regiment and company in his command ready for service at a moment's warning, and will notify all concerned that, when marching orders are received, it is expected that they will be instantly obeyed; no excuses for delay will be admitted.

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