| Richmond Va., August 13, 1863 |
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| Refers letter of Mess Stuart Buchanan & Co
Acknowledging receipt of heavy orders for salt and stating that state
authorities monopolize transportation. |
| Secty of War |
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| Maj Sims of QMG Bureau. The Govt is
entitled and should have precedence in transportation even over the
State. |
| J. A. S. |
| Secty of War |
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| Resply refd to Maj Sims QM |
| A R Lawton QM Genl |
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| Entry in Quartermaster General's Letters
Received Register |