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of appreciation of his great public services, I would cheerfully do so.
Thanking you for distinction conferred by your invitation,
I remain yours sincerely,
TELEGRAM FROM THE HONORABLE H. H. KOHLSAAT.
George Wilson, Esq.,
32 Nassau Street, New-York.
Regret exceedingly my inability to be present at Mr.
Schurz's anniversary to-night. Please convey to him
my hearty congratulations.
FROM PROFESSOR GEORGE P. FISHER, OF YALE UNIVERSITY.
February 16, 1899.
Mr. George Wilson.
My Dear Sir: It is with great regret that I find
myself not able to accept the invitation to join
the friends of Mr. Schurz at the complimentary
dinner on March 2d. His personal traits and his great
services to the country as a citizen and in official
stations render him deserving of the highest honor and
regard.
Sincerely yours,
