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riders, of most uncouth, nondescript appearance. A box of provis 
ions, some shot-guns, and a jug, usually complete the outfit; and, 
coming with ox-teams, as quite a number of them do, there must 
also be embarked for the journey a supply of patience. The pos¬ 
sibility of a retreat has probably never entered the heads of these 
valiant warriors of the ox-team battalion. 
The following extraordinary document, sent by Secretary Wood- 
son to Gen. Easton, of Leavenworth, has just appeared : 
“ (Private.) Dear General : The governor has called out the 
militia, and you will hereby organize your division, and proceed 
forthwith to Lecompton. As the governor has no power, you 
may call out the Platte Pifle Company. They are always ready 
to help us. Whatever you do, do not implicate the governor. 
“ Daniel Woodson.” 
General Easton was appointed, by the Shawnee Legislature, 
general of the territorial militia. The following, also, was sent 
from Westport: 
“ Westport, JVov. 27. 
“ Hon. E. C. McClarem, Jefferson City: Gov. Shannon has 
ordered out the militia against Lawrence. They are now in open 
rebellion against the laws. Jones is in danger.” 
Bee. 1st. — Saturday night has come again, bringing the close of 
another week —a week of anxiety to the leaders here, upon whom 
the responsibility of our safety rests. Messengers have been sent 
to the other settlements, at different times, notifying them of the 
threatened attack, with the desire that they hold themselves in 
readiness to come to our aid at a moment’s notice. 
Last night, at midnight, a friendly band of armed men came in 
from Ottawa Creek, having heard of the invasion. With flag 
flying, a company of mounted riflemen have come in from Pal¬ 
myra, also. The Indians, both Shawnees and Delawares, have 
offered their warriors for our defence. While we would not accept 
aid from the Indians, knowing that it would furnish a pretext to 
