I gave General Sherman a copy of my letter.

This is the total of my correspondence on the subject.

As evidence that I have every confidence in General Sherman, I have placed him in command of Western Kentucky--a command only second in importance in this department.

As soon as divisions and columns can be organized, I propose to send him into the field where he can render most efficient service.

I have seen newspaper squibs, charging him with being "crazy," etc.