D, W&A 2/9/1865

Augusta Feby 9th 65
 
Geo Wm Brent
Ast Adj Genl
 
Sir,
   In reply to your note just recd requesting the use of what rolling stock of W&A R {Western & Atlantic RR} as we have on hand, I have to reply that every car we have is now employed either in the state service, or that of the Confd Government. We may be able to furnish you with 8 or 10 open cars on Saturday if the return from above as expected, you shall be appraised of their arrival promptly.
Very Respectfully Geo. D. Phillips
Supt W&A RR
 
{in pencil, in a different hand, at the bottom of the letter}
20 Engines
200 Cars
 
7 Serviceable Engines
30       "      Cars

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