H, RRB 9/17/1863

Richmond, Sept 17th 1863
 
H. D. Peake, Esq.  {Superintendent, South Carolina RR}
Charleston, S. C.
 
   The troops were sent by Charleston without my knowledge or consent. When the proposition was made to carry them by this route I replied that the Quarter Master General did not approve it. Will write by mail.
F. W. Sims
Maj. & Q. M.

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