2020-09 Putnal
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War-date Confederate staff officer's, 2pp. 4to. letter by Major SAMUEL WICKLIFFE MELTON (1830-1899), as AAG on General Gustavus W. Smith's staff, "Hd. Qrs., Richmond., Va., Oct. 21, 1862," to future brigadier general, Staunton post commander Col. Henry B. Davidson, reading, in part: "…several days ago I wrote you at length…in reference to the course proper to be pursued without he Railroad authorities…the Quartermaster at your post is under your orders…the Major Genl. is assured by the Railroad authorities here that every effort will be made to meet your orders …and he apprehends that the contingencies you present will not occur unless the demands of the service should require more than the capacity of the company can afford. Whenever transportation is refused…which lead you to believe the refusal is unnecessary you will…report the case & action will be taken upon it here. The Major Genl. Comdg. is reluctant to employ forcible measures in this matter and directs that you will refrain from doing so without receiving instructions to that effect…Saml. W. Melton, Maj. & aag." Light toning, else VG.
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