NA, GC 1/2/1865

Jany 2nd {1865}
 
R. R. Cuyler, Engr
President
Geo. Central Rail Road
 
Sir,
   I am directed by the Quarter Master General to enquire of you what action was taken in response to the following telegram:

"Richmond Dec 5/64 To RR Cuyler, President CRR Savannah Ga. In view of the present in??ts of the ??ing all this rolling stock at Savannah not absolutely necessary to work this limited stretch of road now assembled on the Central and ??? roads should be removed at once by Charleston to Columbia. Please show this to the military commander if necessary."

signed "A. R. Lawton Q. M. G."

   He further requests that you will give him information as to the quantity of engines, cars & machinery lost and whether you received proper intelligence or aid from the military authorities.
Very respy
Your obdt svt
F. W. Sims
Lt Col & Q. M.

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