| Meridian April 13th 1865 |
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| Col Spence |
| Citronelle
{Mobile & Ohio RR} |
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| ***** There are rations for
you at Citronelle and several stations above. Do not destroy any of the
rail road above Citronelle unless driven up the road by a serious
advance of enemy. Trains will be sent down the road to supply you when
necessary and to move the heavy baggage up the wagon train |
| By order of |
| Lt Gen Taylor |
| W F Bullock |
| A. A. G. |
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| Sent by telegram |
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