| 16 Miles West of Lewis' Ferry |
| Feby 16th 1864 |
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Maj. Genl. Lee |
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| General, |
| The General desires information from you
respecting the movements of the enemy. Report by courier every six
hours and oftener if necessary until troops and trains are over the
River. The Genl. goes to Demopolis today via Lewis' Ferry. You might
communicate by wire. |
| If you have an extra operator and magnet
send them to McDowell's Landing where the engines are being crossed.
The troops and field transportation cross at Lewis' Ferry. |
| Very Respy Genl |
| Your obt. Sevt |
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| A. A. Genl. |
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