OR, Series 4, Vol. 2, Page 551

Adjt. and Insp. General's Office
Richmond, May 11, 1863
 
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II. All Persons, whether citizens or soldiers, are expressly prohibited from using or in any manner interfering with fuel or wood cut and delivered for the use of railroads or railroad companies. It is of the first importance that this order should be observed, and it will be strictly obeyed and enforced by the Army.
By order
S. Cooper
Adjutant and Inspector General

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