| Richmond May 28th 1862 |
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| Brig. General J. H. Forney |
| Mobile |
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| The iron of the Ala. and Fla. {(of
Florida)} Rail Road having been taken up to Pine Barren as I
am informed, should not be removed further without great necessity.
I am informed that it is not necessary for the Selma & Meridian
connection {Alabama & Mississippi Rivers
RR}, and have indicated to Mr. A. S. Gaines, the agent of the
Department, sources of supply for the iron required. Report by
telegraph the facts and your opinion. |
| G. W. Randolph |
| Sec. of War |
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| Sent by telegram |
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