| Richmond Va., October 13, 1863 |
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| Refers application of H. M. Drane
{Superintendent, Wilmington & Manchester RR}
asks the detail of Corpl B H Bates Sutherland Battery stationed
near Goldsboro N. C. He is valuable mechanic and his was very desirable.
His Capt willing to the detail. |
| Maj F. W. Sims |
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| Approved & respectfully forwarded to the
Sec of War |
| A R Lawton QM Genl |
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| Entry in Quartermaster General's Letters
Received Register |
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