Note from McCrary to Carroll

On July 21, 1877, Secretary of War George W. McCrary sends a message to Maryland Governor John L. Carroll telling him that federal troops are coming to his aid.

"Soldier's Home, Washington, D.C.,
July 21, 1877.

To Governor John Lee Carroll,
Baltimore, Md.:

The President directs me to say that he will aid you to the extent of his power. Available troops will be sent, but a call upon neighboring States will probably be necessary. Communicate with me here, and I will advise you more definitely in a short time.

GEORGE W. McCRARY, Secretary of War.