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the funds necessary to pay my tuition, but without avail. Will you please be kind enough to grant me my tuition? If so I will do everything within my power to advance the welfare of the University. I graduated from the Lincoln Evening School, and received one of the [bridge?] medals. I don't smoke, chew, or drink. I am working for Messrs.H.S.Crocker and Co. at present, to whom I may refer you for further particulars. I sent one application to Washington about three weeks ago. But I learned that you are in California, so I take the liberty to encumber you with another, to be sure you received one of them. Please excuse my boldness in doing so. Hoping you will grant this, my most earnest request. I remain
Your humble servant.
Edward C. Cordell.
2121 Mason St.
City