| Richmond, Nov. 6th 1861 |
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| Genl. Jos. E. Johnston |
| Centreville |
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| Owing to a break in the road {probably
the collision on the Virginia Central RR}, we have sent the
two Texas Regiments to Fredericksburg. Please send orders there
directing them to what point they are to march. |
| J. P. Benjamin |
| Acting Sec of War |
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| Sent by telegram |
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