| Richmond, Nov. 12, 1861 |
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| J. W. Lewis |
| Superintendent R. R. {East
Tennessee & Virginia RR} |
| Cleveland Tenn. |
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| An armed Alabama regiment will arrive at
Chattanooga to-day for the protection of the road. It is no use to
stop the Georgia troops which are not armed. Be assured we will take
care of your defence. |
| J. P. Benjamin |
| Acting Sec of War |
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| Sent by telegram |
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