they won't open the gates, sir.
they say they got a representative of the restored united states in there. they say this army is illegal. they say --
can't tell what it is if you stand too close. the colors all kinda run together, don't they?
we captured him on the oregon border.
yes, sir.
births and deaths, the weather, gossip. there's nothing here.
not yet. general wants the message to get back.
ready!
aim!
fire!
ready! aim!
he's got a letter. says the postman sent it.
sir?
should we fire, sir?
in accordance with law eight.
 we were outnumbered, sir.
a least a hundred. with guns.
yes, sir.