“Voted, That the foregoing resolutions be entered on the records of the board, and a copy signed by the president and cashier transmitted to Mr. Field.
“C. M. Owen, President.
“J. D. Adams, Cashier.”
“Lee Bank, March 7th, 1853.
“Cyrus W. Field, Esq.:
“Dear Sir,—Your favor of 1st inst. was duly received, with draft on Union Bank, $1142 49.
“I have been delaying acknowledging receipt of same, hoping to get our directors together and lay the matter before them, that I might communicate to you their feelings, but have not as yet been able to do so; shall have an opportunity soon.
“Our stockholders will appreciate your generosity, and permit me to thank you in their behalf, as well as my own, for your magnanimity exercised towards us.
“I remain
“Truly yours,
“L. A. Bliss.”