| C. S. A. War Dept. |
| Richmond, Va Dec 3/64 |
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| Gen. W. M. Hardee |
| Charleston S. C. |
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| Rolling stock of Railroads connecting
with Savannah, especially that of Savannah & Charleston Road {Charleston
& Savannah RR}, is reported as of great value. Give
special attention to its removal as due security. |
| J. A. Seddon |
| Secretary of War |
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| Sent by telegram |
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