| C. S. A. War Dept. |
| Richmond, Mach 2/63 |
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| Genl. J. C. Pemberton |
| Jackson, Miss. |
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| Col. Wadley ought to be with you by this
time. Arrange the transportation through him, if you can, but if
imperatively necessary, use your military power to procure
transportation for subsistence of your army. |
| James A. Seddon |
| Secretary of War |
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| Sent by telegram |
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