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Confederate States of America
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| Quarter Mr Genls department |
| June 18/ 1861 |
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| Thos. R. Sharp Esq |
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| Dear Sir, |
| I think you can move the Engines &
Tenders specified at least two at a time with the following force, viz
60 oxen or their equivalent in horses, 10 wagons & fifty men,
including carpenters for strengthening Bridges &c. |
| This number you can employ and also
purchase such chains ropes & blocks as may be necessary. |
| A. C. Myers |
| Q Mr Genl |
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| If the above force cannot be had for hire, you are
hereby authorized to press it into the force. |
| S. Cooper |
| Adjt & Insp Genl |
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