Lexington VA 21 July 1866 
My dear Sir 
I am much obliged to you for the information contained in your letter of the 15th Inst. I have written to Mr. Mathers, requesting him to return the letter of Genl Washington to the College directed to me -as President of Washington College. It will in all human probability reach me safely,­
As you were authorized by Mr.Mathers to inform me of the letter, I have concluded to send my request through you, & will be obliged to you if you will see that it reaches him. 
(Page 2) With my thanks for your kind offer of assistance I am very respy Your obtservt 
R E Lee 
Jas: P. Rogers Esqr 
Note: The envelope sending the letter is addressed as follows: 
Mr James P. Rogers Attorney at Law Wheeling VA