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Beauford So. Ca. Sept 30th, 1860

Dear Sir

I am sorry your letter as Chairman of the Ex. Committee reached me some days later than was necessary to enable me to do myself the pleasure of complying with the Invitation of the Executive Committee.

The condition, indeed, of my health, which I have suffered for nearly two years, would render my compliance with your polite invitation impossible.

I am, D Sir

Very [truly?]

Tho - Fuller