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Ridgway. Septr. 29th 1860

To Rt. Rev. J. H. Otey

My dear Sir

Your invitation to attend
the laying of the corner stone of the University
of the South is received. I thank you for it.

My engagements at home compel me to fore=
go the pleasure of being present on so interesting
an occasion.

With sincere hopes for your health & happiness
I am very truly yours

Franklin Minor{?}