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Gambier, O. Sepr 14 1860
Rt Rev and Dear Sir
Notice of your intention to lay the corner stone of the first building for the University of the South on the 10th Octover prox. reached me this evening; together with your kind invitation to be present on the occasion. It will be one of deep interest to the cause of sound learning in our country. Our Church will look on with earnest regard, rejoicing at the effort you are making to inculcate principles of religious truth which she venerates with the principles of science, in forming thoroughly educated character. I should
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take great pleasure in witnessing the laying of the first stone for the future University: but I shall be in attendance on the Board of Missions, at the date you name.
Accept my best wishes. May God grant you every furtherance in every effort which will [?] to His glory, and the advancement of our Redeemer's kingdom.
Sincerely Yours,
G.T. Bedell
Rt Rev J. H. Otey Chairman etc.