| Richmond, Sept 8th 1863 |
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| H. M. Drane {Superintendent,
Wilmington & Manchester RR} |
| Wilmington |
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| You may receive troops by Wednesday
night or Thursday morning. I have asked Whitford to advise you. If I
learn which are to go to Charleston will advise you. |
| F. W. Sims |
| Maj. &c |
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