| Head Quarters Wilmington N. C. |
| Dec 4th 1862 |
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| Col. S. L. Fremont |
| Supt. Wilmington & Weldon R. R. |
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| Colonel, |
| There are six 4-horse wagons at the Wilson
depot on your road, belonging to this district detained there by the
contractor. They are much needed here now. Please to direct the agent to
forward them immediately. |
| Very Respt. |
| W. H. C Whiting |
| Brig Genl |
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