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Richmond, Va. |
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Aug. 2, 62 |
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Mr. J. D. Whitford |
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Goldsboro, N. C. |
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Sir, |
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I have the honor to enclose herewith an order issued by
order of the Secy of War instituting a commission to enquire into and
report upon the military rail road transportation of the Confederate
States, from which you will perceive that you are appointed and
requested to act as a member of the same. |
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Will you please inform me at your earliest convenience
whether you will act as requested. |
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Hoping to receive from you a favorable reply |
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I am Respectfully |
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Yr obt Sevt |
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Eug McLean |
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Maj C. S. A. |
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Prest Comn |
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N. B. Please address me here care of Nitre Bureau |
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