In addition to this he had far under way a steamer for plying between Chattanooga and Bridgeport whenever we might get possession of the river.

This boat consisted of a scow, made of the plank sawed out at the mill, housed in, and a stern wheel attached which was propelled by a second engine taken from some shop or factory.
I telegraphed to Washington this night, notifying General Halleck of my arrival, and asking to have General Sherman assigned to the command of the Army of the Tennessee, headquarters in the field.

The request was at once complied with..