| Adjt & Inspt. Genls Office |
| Richmond May 13, 1862 |
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| J. C. Pemberton Maj Genl. |
| Comdg &c |
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| Sir, |
| I am instructed by the Secty
of War to inform you that your are authorized to complete the connection
through Savannah of the Albany, Gulf {Savannah,
Albany & Gulf RR} & Central {(of Georgia)}
R. R. at a expense to exceeding $6000. |
| Very Respy |
| Your Obt Svt |
| R. H. Chilton |
| A. A. G. |
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