CHARLESTON, December 28, 1860.
Capt. WM. MAYNADIER,
Ordnance Bureau:
A body of South Carolina military now surround the arsenal outside, however of the inclosure, but denying ingress or egress without countersign. The officer in command disclaims any intention of occupancy, and the United States flag is undisturbed. I await instructions.
F. C. HUMPHREYS.