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after arrest, except when the civil officers making the arrest, declare themselves unable to retain the prisoners in custody, when the
officer in command of the troops will take
measures to prevent their escape, for a short time, while the civil authorities make preparation to secure them. Should there be reasons why the Military should, in the opinion of the Comdg. Officer of the troops, retain custody of prisoners for a longer time than that contemplated in the instructions, the case will be reported through the proper channel to these Head Quarters, and instructions asked.

Very Respectfully
Your Obedt. Servt
Signed Wm D. Whipple,
Bvt Major General USA
Asst Adjt Genl

Official
JW Groesbeck
Lieut 42d Infantry
and A.A.A. General.