| Engineer Bureau |
| November 19th, '62 |
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| Capt. L. P. Grant |
| Provl. Engr. Corps -- Atlanta, Geo. |
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| Captain, |
| Your letter of the 13th inst. has been
received, to which by Colonel Gilmer's direction I send you the
following reply. Owing to General Randolph's resent resignation, and
the consequent interruption to business in the War Department, no
decision could be obtained to-day in regard to removing iron from
unimportant roads. It is very desirable however to hear from you as
soon as possible, a list of such roads as in your judgment, can be
best despoiled to complete the proposed rail road construction.
Personal security for the 9 1/2 miles from Blue Mountain to
Jacksonville will be acceptable. |
| As soon as a decision can be obtained from
the War Department on the iron question, you shall be informed |
| Very Respectfully Yours |
| A. L. Rives |
| Major and Asst. to Chf Engr. |
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