Gates, Merrill Edward (b. 1848). Educator; graduated from the University of Rochester in 1870, was president of the Albany Academy, Rutgers College, and Amherst College, also served on the U.S. Board Of Indian Commissioners. TLS, 1 p., Amherst, Sept. 30, 1897. To Dr. Street, concerning a representative of Amherst and the laying of the cornerstones of Phillips Church at Exeter, NH. With an addition in his hand. 5" x 8". Near fine.