| Jany 23 1865 |
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| T. J. Sumner Esq |
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Genl Supt {North Carolina RR}
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| Company Shops |
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| Sir, |
| I saw the President of the Piedmont Road
after meeting with board of directors and in reply to the proposition
to lease the road, he desired firstly information from his
Superintendent before giving an answer. Will again have the pleasure
on its receipt. |
| Very respectfully |
| Your Obdt Sevt |
| F. W. Sims |
| Lt Col & Q. M. |
| {Also sent to Major S. R.
Chrisman in Greensboro} |
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