from Reverand E.G. Goodspeed, Jul 1862

Letter of application
Letter of application
You will perceive from a copy of the charter herewith...
Unsigned letter relating to material for Lossing's book, ""Vassar College and Its Founder"".
Letter responding to application enclosing a pamphlet of the first meeting of the Board of Directors and an article by Moses Tyler
Discusses problems involved in choosing a site for the College. Photostat. Original letter in University of Rochester Library.
Asking to have the ""Chicago Record,"" an Episcopalian periodical, sent to Miss Amanda Germond, care of M. Vassar
Friendly and encouraging letter to Mr. Raymond, who was vacationing at Angelica while waiting to begin his duties at Vassar College. Comment on everyday happenings.
Proffesorships, college furnishings, proposed restraint in advertising the College, etc.
Appointment of Raymond as trustee; first meeting for trustees.
Relative to an honorary degree for Rev. Alexander M. Mann.
Reviews progress of building plans; financial difficulties because of war. Photostat. Original letter in University of Rochester Library
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