| Engineer Bureau |
| 3 Sept. 1863 |
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| W. J. Hawkins, Esqr |
| Presdt. Raleigh & Gaston R.
R. Co |
| Raleigh N. C. |
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| Sir, |
| Your letter of the
26th ult. asking to be allowed to buy from the Bureau a quantity of
damaged spades & shovels, has been received, & a letter
has been addressed to Maj. Gen. Gilmer, Chf Bureau to ascertain his
views on the question which you have submitted. You will be promptly
informed of his decision. |
| Very Respectfully |
| A. L. Rives |
| Lt. Col & Actg Chf Bu. |
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