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to be shipped here, not a single thousand feet of seasoned lumber can be purchased here, all of which add to the expense of building.
If Mr. Brennans proposal is not accepted I shall, upon being notified to that effect, take immediate steps to get the building under way according to the instructions conveyed in your letter (# 118) of the 1st. ult. unless otherwise ordered.
I am Lieut
Yours Very Respectfully
H. Sweeney -
Bvt. Major U.S.V.
Agt. B.R. F. &c. 

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