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possible resource to the State, by raising
up thoroughly trained and conscientious men
to take part in every good work
pertaining to the common weal. I
honestly think we are deserving of a
somewhat different recompense from
that which it seems to please certain
officials to mete out to us.

With sentiments of high respect
believe me, my dear Sir,

Yours in sincerity,
(Sig) Thomas D. Christie
President of Institute

{written in pen on the long axis along the right margin: [Sh...?] Dec 25
Mersene}
{written in pencil below: Metheny}