| C. S. A. War Department |
| Richmond, Jany 15, 1863 |
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| Genl J. C. Pemberton |
| Jackson, Miss. |
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| If the company is unable to rebuild the
road {almost certainly the Southern (of
Mississippi) RR} and you deem it a military necessity, fifty
thousand dollars may be advanced as a loan. |
| J. A. Seddon |
| Secy of War |
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| Sent by telegram |
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