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New York Oct 4 1860

R'd. Jas H Otey:

Dear Sir

I have received your
polite invitation, addressed to my
friend {illegible: W J Wetnino?} {illegible} and myself,
to attend the celebration on the 10th
and I very much regret that his
severe illness, and my engagements,
will deprive us of the pleasure of
joining you.

Very Respy Yrs

John Cryder