| Richmond, Nov. 12, 1861 |
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| John R. Branner |
| Prest. R. R. Co. {East
Tennessee & Virginia RR} |
| Knoxville |
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| Troops have already been sent to protect
your road. Be sure you shall be fully and thoroughly protected. |
| J. P. Benjamin |
| Acting Sec of War |
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| Sent by telegram |
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