Vault Early Papers of the University Box 1 Document Cornerstone Invitation 228

New York 6 Oct 1860

My dear Sir

Please to acknowledge the receipt of your invitation to be present at the ceremony of laying the corner Stone of the principal building of the University of the South.

I beg to tender my thanks for the Same, and regret that circumstances will not permit its acceptance--

Permit me to offer my heartfelt wishes for its lasting prosperity, and believe me to remain,

My dear Sir Your most Obt Svt [?]

The Rt Rev Jas H Otel D.D. Chairman %etc University Place