locality.
9.
For the purpose then of accelerating the rate of progress I think it will be found advisable to order on a larger scale than I originally contemplated.
10.
The following is an approximate estimate of the Plant which I now recommend. See over.
RECR C.O. 17710 Estimate of Plant 30 SEP
Floating Crane $26,500
3 Block Barges @ $6,760 20,280
Steam Jug Steam Crane, Rails, diving gear, &c. already requisitioned from the Crown Agents 12,000
Sundry minor articles 2,000
4 Hopper Barges $9,500 each 38,000
If a second Floating Crane be required } 26,000
148,780
Contingencies 10 percent 14,878
Total = $163,658
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