NA, SWT 1/22/1864

C. S. A. War Dept.
Richmond Va Jan 22/64
 
H. D. Bird, Superintendent  {South Side RR}
Petersburg, Va
 
   The difficulty is yet with Genl Whiting, but from the necessity of providing subsistence. You had better communicate with Major Sims, to whom your telegram has been referred.
J. A. Seddon
Secretary of War
 
Sent by telegram

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