James A. Seddon to C. G. Memminger, June 4, 1864

Richmond, Va., June 4, 1864.

Hon. C. G. MEMMINGER, Secretary of the Treasury:

Str: I have the honor to acknowledge your letter of the 2d instant. Without further legislation allowing the tender of certificates of indebtedness on impressment, it is vain to expect their use to any considerable extent, as they will not, in despite all explanations and efforts on the part of officers, be voluntarily received. Besides, considerable amounts in currency are absolutely necessary to pay employés of the Government, of the railroads, and of contractors. I trust every effort will be made at once to raise money by the sale on hypothecation of bonds or by the negotiation of aloan. Otherwise I fear the machinery of Government will stop.

Very respectfully, your obedient servant,

Secretary of War.