| Richmond August 10th 1863 |
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| Major John D Whitford |
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Goldsboro N. C.
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| G Collins special messenger is detained at
Weldon with five cars guns and carriages. They are for Charleston and
should go forward without a moments delay. Hurry them forward with all
dispatch. More guns are coming. |
| F. W. Sims |
| Maj & Q. M. |
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