| {From the minutes of the
Directors' Meeting of the Virginia Central RR,
October 23, 1861} |
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| Richmond October 23 1861 |
| At a meeting of the Board of Directors
of the Virginia Central Rail Road Company, present |
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E Fontaine |
President |
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N B Hill |
Directors |
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Jacob Baylor |
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Saml Carpenter |
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John R Woods |
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Wm Overton |
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| The Superintendent was authorised to
contract with Thos Steer for the transportation of pig iron from
Covington or Jackson's River at $6.00 per ton of 2000 lbs; provided
that he furnishes 1,200 tons or more within twelve months from the
time that he delivers the first lot on the Road, otherwise full
freight is to be charged. |
| Ordered that a reception house be built
at Ivy Depot not costing more than $500. |