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meet Gen. Patrick, he will be at the Lacey House, at two o'clock to day. The firing upon the train this morning was through mistake, and contrary to orders.
I should much regret to learn that any departing families had been injured.
Very respectfully,
At two o'clock, pursuant to invitation, the afore-mentioned committee, accompanied by Gen. Kershaw, proceeded across the river. After an interview of half an hour's length the committee returned with word that a final answer might be expected from Gen. Sumner during the evening. About six P. M. the following note was received from General Sumner:
headquarters right Grand division, November 22.I am authorized to say that so long as no hostile demonstration is made from the town, it will not be shelled. I have also to say that there will be no more firing upon the cars before eleven o'clock A. M. to-morrow. I am, gentlemen, your obedient servant,
To the Mayor and Common Council, Fredericksburgh, Va.:
