| Columbia |
| October 24th 1862 |
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| Says he has determined to attempt to get
ice by erecting shallow pools in the mountains in his state and to put
up a large quantity. Asks authority to transport it on the Rail Roads
and to house it in Columbia. Says he will furnish all the Govt needs at
cost. |
| Blanton Duncan |
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| 1 Nov 1862. Referred to the QM Genl for his
opinion and whether he can afford transportation. By order of Sec of
War, J A Campbell ASW |
| Nov 5th 1862. Transportation can be
afforded, if delivered at a Railway Station and due notice given. Mason
Morfit Capt & AQM |
| Nov 6th 1862. Respectfully returned to the
Sec of War and his attention is called to Capt Morfit's answer. A C
Myers QM Genl |
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| Entry in Quartermaster General's Letters
Received Register |