WAR DEPARTMENT,

 August II, 1885.
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 sir-Upou the requisition of the Execu- tive of Maryland, the companies of United States troops at Fort Washington and An napolis have been ordered 10 Fort McIIen- ry, there to remain subject 10 the call of tue civil authorities of Baltimore, to aid in pre- serving the peace of the city. The letter of the Governor has been for warded to the President al the Rip RaPs, that he may, if he deem i proper, order some of the companies of troops from Fort Monroe also to join the garrison at Fort Mcfienry.

 It Is hoped that these measures will con tribute to the restoration of Peace and Or der.

 Very respectfully,

 Your most ob't sefv't,

 c. 4. HARRIS,

 Acting Secretary of War. To the sNayos qf Baltimore, .Norytaad.