Copy Morisville[?], 3 PM, Apl. 28th 1863

Major Genl. Butterfield,

Considering the state of affairs here it will be advisable to suspend the crossing of the troops under Genl. Sedgwick and Reynolds until further orders, except the number necessary to protect the bridges after they are thrown, which will be as already directed. Be pleased to have it communicated.

(Signed) J. Hooker

Major Genl. Commg.

Official Copy, respy[?] furnished for the information and government of Major Genl. Jno. F. Reynolds, Commg., &c., &c. Resp.

S. Williams

Asst. Adjt. Genl.