NP, FO 4/1/1861

From the Fayetteville (N. C.) Observer
 
April 1, 1861
 
Wilmington, Charlotte & Rutherford Railroad
   We learn from a reliable source that the President and Chief Engineer have recently closed a contract for the graduation of all the unlet sections on the Railroad, from the head of the road in Richmond county to the town of Charlotte. The contractor is Mr. Harvey, of Richmond, Va., a gentleman of extensive experience, great energy and ability, and second to none on this continent for executing work in this department. He has been engaged for several years in building the celebrated "Don Pedro" railroad in Brazil. The whole work is to be completed by the end of next year, and sooner if possible. We also learn that Mr. Atkinson, the Chief Engineer, and Mr. Smith, the Engineer of Bridges, are visiting the Pee Dee and other streams, with the view of preparing the places for crossing these streams, so as to secure an early completion of the road. We, and all with us, may feel assured that this great and State work is now in good hands, and will be pressed with energy to a happy conclusion.
Wadesboro' Argus

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