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Nashville

Oct 5th 1860

Jas H Otey

Dear Sir

Your note inviting
me to be present on the 10th instant
at the laying the corner stone
by the University of the South was
recd on yesterday and I
regret to say that my business
engagements are by a {illegible} that
will prevent my attendance.

The enterprize I doubt not
will succeed & accomplish
all the great purposes deseg
ned by the {illegible} that
it may do so is my earnest
wish.

Respectfully

Yours --

Mell K Turner