[Little Rock] Arkansas True Democrat, May 12, 1860
Proposals will be received by the undersigned at the Anthony House, Little Rock, or by letter, for the supplying along side of the Memphis & Little Rock Railroad, of Telegraph Poles, of the following character and dimensions; of post oak, sassafras, or black locust, 22 feet long, straight trimmed, and not less than 8 inches at the butt, or 4 inches at the top. The poles to be delivered, singly, at the distance of 260 feet apart, along the line of the Memphis & Little Rock Railroad.
Divisions as follows: Little Rock to Brownsville—Brownsville to Duvall’s Bluff— Madison to Memphis. The divisions will be divided to suit the parties along the line. An inspector will examine the poles when delivered, and the cash paid. Those proposing between Madison and Memphis, will find an Agent at the Railroad Office in Madison. All propositions to be made in writing up to June 1st, and all contractors to commence work by the 4th June.
Snow & Ketchum.
Little Rock, May 12, 1860.