| Head Qrs. District of Texas &c. |
| Houston November 28th 1863 |
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| Mr W. W. Morris |
| Presdt. N. O. & T. R. R. |
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| Sir, |
| You will receive instruction
from Col. V. Sulakowski, Chief Engr, on the duties which you have
assumed in temporarily replacing Capt. Heriot I. E. R. R. |
| The Maj. Genl. Comdg wishes
the Alleyton & Columbus R. Road {Buffalo Bayou,
Brazos & Colorado R} pushed with the utmost vigor, as he is
informed that all the materials for the construction is ready with the
exception of a few "chairs" which will be furnished by Col. Sulakowski. |
| I am &c |
| ??? Heermann |
| Adjt Engr Dept |
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