July 17, 1848. J. Dunham to Ezra Cornell: "I am anxious to inform you of the happy change that has taken place on our line within a few days past. Since Alonzo came to Buffalo matters & things have assumed a very tone?His suggestions were concise but very comprehensive & just what was needed in our state of confusion." Topics: Telegraph business correspondence: materials and supplies, finances, construction of lines, western lines, Canadian lines, New-York & Erie line; Erie & Michigan Telegraph Company. Personal names: Cornell, Alonzo B.; Speed, J.J.; Tillotson, D.T.; Dunham, J. Geography: Buffalo; Sandusky, Ohio; Troy