Poughkeepsie, Feb. 14,  1861.
Benson J. Lossing, Esq.,
Dear Sir,
You will perceive from a copy of the Charter herewith
accompanying, that you are appointed 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 and reputation, but also your
best counsel and active support & co-operation.
The first meeting of the Trustees will be held at the Gregory
House in this city, on Tuesday, the 26th inst. 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 importance that every
Trustee should be present.
With great respect,
I am,
Very truly,
Your obt. svt.,
M. Vassar