morion, ueuuimg outrages, anu me uuru mefollowing: *Austin; Dee. % 1866,—Gen Sturgis : I am informed' of outrage perpetrated at Prairie Lea,Caldwell Go., upon freedmen and others. I would be glad to have you lend a part of a company of cavalry, say twenty men, under a judicious and discreet officer, to be retained there for some time for their protection. I should be glad to consult with you before they go, and tohave them sent within the present week. Very respectfully, j. vr, tiiockmorton.