NA, DT 11/23/1863

Head Qrs. District of Texas &c.
Houston November 23rd 1863
 
Col. W. R. Bradfute        Confidential
Comdg &c
Indianola
 
Colonel,
   The General directs that for fear it should be necessary to retreat you will keep all the rolling stock at Victoria. Should you retreat you are directed to tear up the track burning the ties and bending the iron of the track {San Antonio & Mexican Gulf RR}. It is hoped, however, that the place (Saluria,) will be strong enough to resist all attacks.
I am, Sir, &c
Edward P. Turner
A. A. G.

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