Vault Early Papers of the University Box 1 Document Cornerstone Invitation 179

Fayetteville Tenn. Sept 27, 1860

J. H. Otey Chairman University Place Tenn.

Dear Sir,

Your letter of the 5th inst inviting me to be present at the laying of the Corner Stone of the principal building of the University of the South is to hand and it is with much pleasure I accept said invitation and promise to be present unless unforeseen circumstances shall prevent.

You are engaged in a great and noble work and have my earnest wishes for success.

Your friend

{in a different hand} James Bright