| C. S. A. War Dept. |
| Richmond, June 16th 1863 |
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| A. F. Ravenel {President,
Northeastern RR} |
| Charleston, S. C. |
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| The rightfulness of Genl Whiting's
action in seizing your cars depended on the necessity of the case.
I learn that the necessity existed. |
| J. A. Seddon |
| Secy of War |
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| Sent by telegram |
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