443

Augusta, Oct. 7th '60

Dear Sir;

Your favor dated
the 5th ult:{underlined} has just
reached me at this
present{?}.

I regret to say
that previous en-
-gagements of an in-
-exorable character pre-
-vent my acceptance
of the kind invitation
with which you have
honored me.

Very respectfully

Henry H Jackson

Right Rev: J. H. Otey