| Endorsement on communication from Lt. Col.
F. W. Sims to Qr Mr Genl. dated Feby 4/64 suggesting the immediate
seizure of Eastern Division of Wilmington, Charlotte & Rutherford
R. R. |
| Engr Bu 23 June 64 {copied
from the June 24th page of the letterbook} Resp'y
returned to Hon Sec'y of War with strong recommendation that prompt
action, military if necessary, be authorized in this case. This paper
has been this long retained by direction awaiting action of Congress. |
| A. L. Rives |
| Col. &c |
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