| Jackson Jany 14th 1863 |
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| J. A. Seddon, Sec of War |
| Richmond, Va |
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| The Miss & Tenn RRoad must be
rebuilt in part to obtain supplies. The company has no money & asks
Government to advance (50,000) Fifty thousand Dollars as loan. May I
authorize it? |
| J. C. Pemberton |
| Lt Genl Comdg |
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| Sent by telegram |
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