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who will select in consultation with the friends the city in which to start the school. his assistants & c & c, Now in the first place, will you think the matter over & write me at your earliest convenience what you think of it, giving your views without reserve. We want your opinion of the best place to start the enterprize & and the general result of your observations will enable you to make many suggestions which will be of use to us. And last but not least will you undertake the task of carrying into practical application the good work in contemplation. If your engagements will not permit you to assume the responsible position do you know of just the right man to take hold of it. We had thought of N Orleans as a good point. Thinking that the blacks at that city were full as well calculated to support such a school. I have not time to extend my letter. Accept best wishes of all our families. 

Your friend
W.A. Talcott

Rev. C.W. Buckley
Montgomery, AL.