| Engineer Bureau |
| Richmond, April 11th, 1863 |
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| Col Wm M. Wadley A. A. G. |
| Railroad Bureau Agent Geo |
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| Colonel, |
| I have to acknowledge rect of your
communication of the 4th inst stating that you are unable to supply me
with the Engine desired to aid in the construction of the Piedmont RRd. |
| Yours &c |
| J. F. Gilmer |
| Col Engrs & Chf of Bu. |
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