Letter from W. W. McCafferty to J. H. Devereaux, January 29, 1864
An inquiry about re-hiring a blacksmith for the military railroad.
Alexandria,
Jan. 29, 64
Mr.
J. H. Deveraux
Supt. U. S. Military R. Rds.
Dear Sir
About two weeks ago I discharged a Blacksmith named Van Cress on account of Sickness. This day he has returned and solicited employment. We are badly in want of that class of Mechanics and there are but few offering. He is a good man and well acquainted with our work. Should I hire him?
Very Respectfully Yours + c.
W. W. McCafferty
M. M.