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Engineer Bureau |
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Richmond Dec. 11 1862 |
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Capt L. P. Grant |
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| The Secy of War desires a prompt
examination of the salines region Clarke Couty Ala. where it is
represented that a large supply of salt can be made from water obtained
by wells by solar evaporation. You will please proceed to the locality,
with as little delay as possible & examine as to the following
particulars {not on archived copy} |
| J. F. Gilmer |
| Col & Chf Engr |
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