| C. S. A. War Dept. |
| Richmond April 23, 186363 |
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| Lewis E. Harvie Esq |
| Chula Va. R. R. & D. R. R. {President,
Richmond & Danville RR} |
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| With the consent of the owners the men
may be retained by the contractors & will be excused from the
Fortifications. |
| James A. Seddon |
| Secretary of War |
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| Sent by telegram |
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