| Richmond 7th May 1862 |
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Hon. Geo: W. Randolph |
| Secty of War |
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| Dear Sir, |
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Enclosed I hand you letters of recommendation from Judge
Wm J. Robertson and several other gentlemen, whom I presume you are
personally acquainted with. |
| I desire to obtain a position in the
Quarter Masters or Commissary department, or any other employment that I
can make myself useful to the Government. |
| I am most Respectfully |
| James M. Bibb |
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| P. S. |
| Adress Care |
| Mess Dove & Co |
| Richmond |
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| {enclosure} |
| Richmond |
| March 3d 1862 |
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| Understanding that Mr James M. Bibb
desires to obtain an appointment in the Quartermaster's Department of
the Confederate Army, I take pleasure in stating that from a long
acquaintance with him I regard him as in every way well qualified for
such a position. He is a gentleman of excellent character, of fine
business capacity and habits. |
| Very respectfully |
| Wm J Robertson |
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| I entirely concur in the above recommendation of Mr.
James M. Bibb. |
| Franklin Minor |
| Wm D Hart |
| N. B. Hill |
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| I cheerfully unite in the recommendation of Judge
Robertson in behalf of Mr. Bibb. |
| Wm W. Cr?? |
| Wm H. Lyons |