"NEW YORK, _Nov. 20th, 1866_.
"MAJ.-GEN. JOHN A. DIX.
"DEAR SIR,--As you are about to leave our country for the distinguished
post in the diplomatic service to which you have been assigned by the
government, we avail ourselves of the occasion to express to you the
respect and esteem which we entertain for your personal and public
character, and invite you to partake with us a private dinner at the
Union Club at such time as you may conveniently designate.
"With much respect,
"We remain, very truly,
"Your friend,
"----.
"NEW YORK, _Nov. 20th, 1866_."