FORT TAYLOR, KEY WEST, FLA.,……….
February 6, 1861.
SIR: Nothing has occurred at Key West since my last communication to disturb my relations with its citizens. It is very doubtful now if any attempt will be made upon this fort. I have transferred seven more 8-inch columbiads to Major Arnold, which will give him additional strength if ammunition is furnished him by the Ordnance Department. My powder is very bad; also friction tubes. A supply should be sent here immediately.
Very respectfully, your obedient servant,
J. M. BRANNAN, Captain, ……….
First Artillery, Commanding.
Lieut. Col. L. THOMAS,
……....Asst. Adjt. Gen., Headquarters Army, Washington City, D.C.