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Richmond Oct 10, 1861 |
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| Messer J. & T. Stuns |
| Pattoseburg Va. |
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| Gent, |
| We learn that the Canal is broken &
that in all probability you will not be able to ship more metal
earlier than the close of the month. We wrote to beg that you will
forward us some by Rail Road as early as possible if you ascertain
that it cannot be gotten down the Canal at once. The defence of the
Country have been greatly delayed of by our inability to get this
metal. When we expected & regret that you did not ship it as fast
as it was made. We hope you will ascertain as early as possible when
the Canal will be opened again & if the delay is to be a serious
one, do forward us by Rail Road up to 50 tons {6
or 7 car loads} without delay, if cars
can be had to bring it down. Let us hear from you by return mail with
facts. |
| Very respectfully |
| J. R. Anderson & Co. |
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