M. Vassar
23 Jan.  1861
Poughkeepsie, Jan. 23,  1861.
Hon. William Kelly,
Dear Sir,
You will perceive from a copy of the charter herewith
accompanying, that you are appointed by the Legislature one of the
Corporators of "Vassar Female College".
Permit me to express the earnest hope that you will accept the
trust, and that you will not only give to the enterprise about to be
inaugurated the sanction of your name & reputation, but also your best
counsel and active support and cooperation.
The first meeting of the Trustees will be held at the Gregory
26th   6th
House in this city, on Tuesday, the 25      of February, at 10 o'clock, A.M.
Immediately on the organization of the Board, I shall place in
its hands the Funds and Securities which I have appropriated to the
College
At this meeting, measures must be adopted in reference to the
custody and management of the College Funds; the erection of the Building;
and the improvement of the Grounds.   Needful preliminary and prospective
arrangements will also be considered in regard to the Organization of the
College.   Hence, it is of great importance that every Trustee should be
present.
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Jan. 23,  1861     - 2
It is thought that the business may be finished, either in the
Board itself, or by reference to appropriate Committees, in two
sessions of the same day; so that the members can return hme in
the evening.
With sentiments of high consideration, I am,
Very truly & respectfully,
Your obt. svt.,
M. Vassar
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