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delay on his part would place him in a very delicate, if not dangerous position - He says that in two weeks he can deliver the corn - 
Will you please communicate with me on this subject - 

My address in New Orleans will be "Care of Brig. Gen. A. Beckwith Chief. CS. Dept. of the Gulf"

No important news in Mobile except the arrival of Col Shepard - 
Very Respectfully
Your Obt. Servant
W A Elderkin
Bvt Maj & C.S. U.S.A.

To. Maj. Gen. Wager Swayne Comd'g Dist Montgomery Ala