April 13, 1864. Alonzo B. Cornell to Ezra Cornell: "From present appearances there will be no lack of capital to carry the thing through and I do hope you will not allow yourself to get into a position which will cause you the least uneasiness financially. You have worked hard and have secured a fortune?I really hope you will conclude to make your subn. $300,000 instead of $500,00." Topics: Western Union Telegraph Company: dividends, stock, Russian stock; New York State Legislature: legislation, letters from constituents and others; national legislation Personal names: Cornell, Alonzo B.; Sage, H.W.; Sibley, Hiram; Speed, J.J. Geography: Ithaca, N.Y.