| Engineer Bureau |
| Richmond, February 14th, 1863 |
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| Hon. F. S. Lyon |
| Richmond, Va. |
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| Dear Sir, |
| A letter written by the Hon. Jno. J. McRea
& yourself earnestly recommending the appointment of Mr. Abner S. Gaines
to a position in the Engineer Corps, has been referred to this Bureau. |
| There is at present no vacancies, but
Colonel Gilmer, the Chief of this Bureau directs that your letter be
placed on file for future consideration, should a vacancy occur. |
| Very Respectfully Yours |
| A. L. Rives |
| Maj & Asst to Chf Engr |
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