| Endorsement on application from H. D.
Whitcomb, Supt Va C {Superintendent, Virginia
Central RR} RR for the release of slaves taken for the
employment of the road by Engr Dept. Dated Oct 15th 1863. |
| Eng Bureau 21st Oct 1863. Respectfully
referred to Col. W. H. Stevens for his consideration. |
| A. L. Rives |
| Lt Col & Actg Chf of Bureau |
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