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2/ This moment a letter comes from Smith suggesting that Mr C. T. Chase who has just admirably furnished a $10,500 Enterprise at Charleston, & who bears not only our Commission but Genl Howard's as well, can be spared as long as may be necessary - two, three or more months - to complete carefully all your plans. He can take up the work where Mr Bardwell shall leave it. Both will be fully advised of our views & will follow our policy. I have confidence that both these gentlemen will secure your good opinion & satisfactorily