| Engineer Bureau |
| November 24th 1863 |
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| Maj. Genl. J. F. Gilmer Chf of Bureau |
| Charleston S. C. |
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| The Piedmont Road earnestly apply to
purchase 20 doz shovels. The work is important; we have no old shovels
fit for use, and it is represented that none can be obtained except
from the Bureau. |
| A. L. Rives |
| Lt Col & Actg Chf of Bureau |
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| Sent by telegram |
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