| Richmond, Va. |
| May 20, 1863 |
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| His Excellency Joseph E. Brown |
| Milledgeville, Ga. |
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| Sir, |
| Continued illness, which has confined me
to my room during several weeks, has prevented a more prompt reply
to your letter of the 4th ultimo. It gives me pleasure to learn that
your wishes in the matter of transportation for the army over the
State railroad {Western & Atlantic RR} have been satisfactorily attended to. A recent letter
from General Bragg informs me that at the time of his seizure of the
cars on the road he did not know that it belonged to the State, and
assures me that he will hereafter use every precaution to prevent
improper interference with its management. ***** |
| Very truly and respectfully, yours, |
| Jefferson Davis |
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