February 12, 1866. Ezra Cornell to G.W. Hotchkiss describing the legislation and funding of Cornell University: "I enclose the copy of a bill, exempting from taxation certain lands, held by states, colleges &c for Educational purposes." February 12, 1866. Draft of "Ezra Cornell's Address to the Board of Trustees of Cornell University At Albany February 1866" describing financing, founding, and arrangements for the University. Topics: Wisconsin lands; Cornell University: founding, financing; Cornell Public Library; tax exemptions Personal names: Finch, F.M. Geography: