| Richmond |
| March 23d 1864 |
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| Refers to absolute necessity of 17
mechanics on W{ilmington &} & Weldon R. R.
& suggests as this Rd. is in Gen Whitings Dept & necessary to defence of
Wilmington he be requested to furnish them from his command. |
| Lt Col F W Sims |
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| 25 Mch/64. Refd to Gen Whiting with earnest
request that details requested be granted. It is of vital importance
that RRds have every assistance possible in regards promoting their
efficiency. |
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| Entry in Quartermaster General's Letters
Received Register |