Vault Early Papers of the University Box 1 Document Cornerstone Invitation 15

Charleston October 9th 1860

Rt Rev'd & Dear Sir,

In the absence of Mr. Jennings, I [?] to acknowledge your invitation of the 5th [ult?] and to return his thanks for the same.

We have watched the progress of the Institution over which you preside with such interest & have been most gratified to learn from time to time of its prosperity.

I regret very much that Mr. Jennings will be unable to attend and that our earlier reply has not been in my power.

I am Sir Most respectfully W [m?] Turmo

Bishop Jas H Otey Chairman University Place Franklin County Ten [S]