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Letter from Theodore Dwight Weld, [Cincinnati, Ohio], to Amos Augustus...

Theodore Dwight Weld writes to Amos A. Phelps about Lane Seminary member's attitudes towards slavery. He writes, "Our theological professors are exceedingly anxious to keep us from bringing up the subject to di... More

Letter from Lyman Gellet, Newton, [Massachusetts], to Amos Augustus Ph...

[Lyman Gellent] writes to Amos A. Phelps in regards to forming a paper on religious themes in the hopes to have an independent discussion on "christian duty." He asks him to reply to his questions which he list... More

Letter from Noah Worcester, Brighton, [Massachusetts], to Amos Augustu...

Noah Worcester writes to Amos A. Phelps in regards to his sentiments on slavery. He regrets that "any of your propositions are expressed in a form to which I cannot give my signature" but he does state that "I ... More

Letter from Elizur Wright, New York, to Amos Augustus Phelps, 1833 Dec...

Elizur Wright Jr. writes to Amos A. Phelps in regards to antislavery society matters. He writes of the importance of the antislavery work they are doing and asks, "Should you specify your willingness to engage ... More

Letter from Theodore Dwight Weld, [Cincinnati, Ohio], to Amos Augustus...

Theodore Dwight Weld writes to Amos A. Phelps about Lane Seminary member's attitudes towards slavery. He writes, "Our theological professors are exceedingly anxious to keep us from bringing up the subject to di... More

Letter from Noah Worcester, Brighton, [Massachusetts], to Amos Augustu...

Noah Worcester writes to Amos A. Phelps in regards to his sentiments on slavery. He regrets that "any of your propositions are expressed in a form to which I cannot give my signature" but he does state that "I ... More

Letter from Noah Worcester, Brighton, [Massachusetts], to Amos Augustu...

Noah Worcester writes to Amos A. Phelps in regards to his sentiments on slavery. He regrets that "any of your propositions are expressed in a form to which I cannot give my signature" but he does state that "I ... More

Letter from Noah Worcester, Brighton, [Massachusetts], to Amos Augustu...

Noah Worcester writes to Amos A. Phelps in regards to his sentiments on slavery. He regrets that "any of your propositions are expressed in a form to which I cannot give my signature" but he does state that "I ... More

Letter from Chester Wright, Montpelier, [Vermont], to William Lloyd Ga...

Chester Wright writes to William Lloyd Garrison sending him "some copies of the last Report of the Ver[mont] Col[onization] Soc[iety] in which you will learn my views of the Am[erican] Col[onization] Soc[iety] ... More

Letter from Theodore Dwight Weld, [Cincinnati, Ohio], to Amos Augustus...

Theodore Dwight Weld writes to Amos A. Phelps about Lane Seminary member's attitudes towards slavery. He writes, "Our theological professors are exceedingly anxious to keep us from bringing up the subject to di... More

Letter from Elizur Wright, New York, to Amos Augustus Phelps, 1834 Dec...

Elizur Wright Jr. writes to Amos A. Phelps regarding anti-slavery matters. He tells Phelps that his suggestion for forwarding boxes of antislavery publications will "receive early attention." He writes that B. ... More

Letter from Joseph Whittlesey, Haverhill, [Massachusetts], to Amos Aug...

Joseph Whittlesey writes to Amos A. Phelps inviting him to preach at Haverhill. He writes "Come whatever part of the week you choose. If you say it is very inconvenient to leave your people, then leave Boston M... More

Letter from Elizur Wright, New York, to Amos Augustus Phelps, 1834 Jan...

Elizur Wright Jr. writes to Amos A. Phelps regarding executive committee of the Anti-Slavery Society unanimously appointing Phelps as a permanent agent "to be paid a salary of $1000 per annual besides your trav... More

Letter from Elizur Wright, New York, to Amos Augustus Phelps, 1834 Dec...

Elizur Wright Jr. writes to Amos A. Phelps regarding anti-slavery matters. He tells Phelps that his suggestion for forwarding boxes of antislavery publications will "receive early attention." He writes that B. ... More

Letter from Elizur Wright, New York, to Amos Augustus Phelps, 1834 Jun...

Elizur Wright Jr. writes to Amos A. Phelps regarding the distribution of the Anti-Slavery society reporters. He discusses resolutions from the Executive Committee regarding the subject of "organization." In the... More

Letter from John Greenleaf Whittier, Lowell, [Massachusetts], to Amos ...

John Greenleaf Whittier writes to Amos A. Phelps thanking him for Phelps' publication of "Lectures." He writes, "I think thy Book calculated to do a greater am[oun]t of Good than any other I have yet seen on th... More

Letter from Thomas Tileston Waterman, Providence, [Rhode Island], to A...

Thomas Tileston Waterman writes Amos A. Phelps on his intention to accept his invitation to be present at the meeting in Boston. He writes that he has an engagement at the quarterly conference at Newport but wi... More

Letter from Mary Rice, Sudbury, [Massachusetts], to William Lloyd Garr...

Mary Rice writes to William Lloyd Garrison repeating a request from the "Secretary of the B[oston] F[emale] A[nti-slavery] S[ociety] (Miss [Martha V.] Ball)" for lecturers to come address their society. She ask... More

Letter from George Thompson, Roxbury, [Massachusetts], to George Willi...

George Thompson writes to George William Benson in regards to postponing his speeches in New York and Providence due to his wife's confinement and other assignments. He has given lectures in Boston, in particul... More

Letter from Elizur Wright, New York, to Amos Augustus Phelps, 1834 Jun...

Elizur Wright Jr. writes to Amos A. Phelps regarding a draft to be honored by him from Mr. Gren. He writes that James Temple a "col. missionary from Liberia has just left my office. He goes beyond Brown in his ... More

Letter from Elizur Wright, New York, to Amos Augustus Phelps, 1834 Dec...

Elizur Wright Jr. writes to Amos A. Phelps regarding anti-slavery matters. He tells Phelps that his suggestion for forwarding boxes of antislavery publications will "receive early attention." He writes that B. ... More

Letter from Elizur Wright, New York, to Amos Augustus Phelps, 1834 Mar...

Elizur Wright Jr. writes to Amos A. Phelps regarding an outrage enacted on a colored family. He writes, "the trial of a colored family who had been handed out of their beds as slaves the night before. I never h... More

Letter from George Thompson, Boston, [Massachusetts], to Goerge Willia...

George Thompson writes to George William Benson in regards to thanking the "friends in R.I." for a gracious welcome to Providence. He praises the Providence anti-slavery society for their noble engagements in t... More

Letter from James Trask Woodbury, Seton, [Massachusetts], to Amos Augu...

James Trask Woodbury writes to Amos A. Phelps regarding progress of Anti-slavery matters in New Hampshire. He asks Phelps to send "a little tract" on 3 points, "what is slavery-how many, how fast do they increa... More

Letter from Samuel Joseph May, Brooklyn, [Connecticut], to William Llo...

Samuel Joseph May writes to William Lloyd Garrison describing his last visit with the family of George Benson, Garrison's in-laws. He then says that George Thompson's "reception in Providence is most auspicious... More

Letter from Elizur Wright, New York, to Amos Augustus Phelps, 1834 Sep...

Elizur Wright Jr. writes to Amos A. Phelps regarding an article written in the Portland Mirror "signed by Benjamin Tappas & others warning on the borders of abolition." He writes that "the truth is, Brother, th... More

Letter from Elizur Wright, New York, to Amos Augustus Phelps, 1834 Dec...

Elizur Wright Jr. writes to Amos A. Phelps regarding anti-slavery matters. He tells Phelps that his suggestion for forwarding boxes of antislavery publications will "receive early attention." He writes that B. ... More

Printed matter: Mr. Thompson's journal

A printed account from "Mr. Thompson's Journal" of his activities which appeared in the Glasgow Chronicle. He writes of his visit to Providence and of his lectures and encounters while there. He writes of inter... More

Letter from Elizur Wright, New York, to Amos Augustus Phelps, 1835 Sep...

Elizur Wright Jr. writes to Amos A. Phelps regarding his decision to not publish material until the next number of "Human Rights." He writes of plans for the convention coming up, stating, "I think one of our g... More

Letter from Charles Calistus Burleigh, Plainfield, [Connecticut], to W...

Charles Calistus Burleigh writes to William Lloyd Garrison to give him "a sketch of my proceedings from about [the] time of my last letter [sometime in November], up to the present date." Burleigh describes tra... More

Letter from Elizur Wright, New York, to Amos Augustus Phelps, 1835 Jun...

Elizur Wright Jr. writes to Amos A. Phelps regarding matters with the treasury's finances. He also writes to inform Phelps that the executive commitee has decided to recommend his agency reappointment for anoth... More

Letter from Charles Turner Torrey, Chelsea, [Mass.], to Amos Augustus ...

Charles Turner Torrey writes to Amos A. Phelps to put him "in possession of some few facts as to the present state of things" in Andover, Massachusetts. He describes the people in the town as "joined to their i... More

Letter from Richard Palmer Waters, Salem, [Massachusetts], to Amos Aug...

Richard P. Waters writes to Amos A. Phelps suggesting he prepare an abstract of his own statements to be published in the "Landmark." He writes that the Editor is "an Anti-Slavery man and anything you will send... More

Letter from Elizur Wright, New York, to Amos Augustus Phelps, 1835 Jan...

Elizur Wright Jr. writes to Amos A. Phelps regarding progress in the abolitionist cause. He writes about new arrangements for the Emancipator, stating that "our committee will..the proprietorship-hire the print... More

Letter from George Thompson, Boston, [Massachusetts], to Henry Clarke ...

George Thompson writes to Henry Clarke Wright in regards to a recent letter he received from him and his grattitude and affection for sending it. He writes that all his "views, principles, plans & purposes..hav... More

Letter from Elizur Wright, New York, to Amos Augustus Phelps, 1835 Feb...

Elizur Wright Jr. writes to Amos A. Phelps regarding his agreement with Phelps on his beliefs of duty in regard to the "Union." He writes that the executive committee has received his letter and advises him "to... More

Letter from Elizur Wright, New York, to Amos Augustus Phelps, 1835 Apr...

Elizur Wright Jr. writes to Amos A. Phelps regarding Mr. Thompson's plans to go to Albany and then to the Convention in Oneida Co. on the 22nd. He reports of progress in the anti-slavery movement in Boston and ... More

Letter from Elizur Wright, New York, to Amos Augustus Phelps, 1835 Jun...

Elizur Wright Jr. writes to Amos A. Phelps regarding the demand for Phelps and [George] Thompson to visit Western New York to lecture. He writes that "in the mean time the brethren in Rochester" have requested ... More

Letter from Elizur Wright, New York, to Amos Augustus Phelps, 1835 Jan...

Elizur Wright Jr. writes to Amos A. Phelps regarding the executive committee's decision to have Phelps' close his operations in Massachusetts and make New York his field of labor for the next three months. He w... More

Letter from Elizur Wright, New York, to Amos Augustus Phelps, 1835 Sep...

Elizur Wright Jr. writes to Amos A. Phelps regarding his decision to not publish material until the next number of "Human Rights." He writes of plans for the convention coming up, stating, "I think one of our g... More

Letter from T. Cook, Philadelphia, [Pennsylvania], to William Lloyd Ga...

T. Cook writes to William Lloyd Garrison about his "battle with a Virignia D[octo]r who made a furious attack against me in my absence in one of our Baptist Churches." Cook says he exposed the doctor as a slave... More

Letter from James Trask Woodbury, Acton, [Massachusetts], to Amos Augu...

James Trask Woodbury writes to Amos A. Phelps about his intention to stay in Acton because of his desire to continue the antislavery struggle with his people. He writes, "My hands & the hands of my people is gr... More

Letter, St. Louis, [Missouri], to Sophia Davenport, 1836 Nov[ember] 10

Sophia Davenport writes to Miss Weston thanking her her for her letters and sending books. She says she has read part of George Thompson's debate with [Robert J.] Breckenridge and Angelina Grimke's appeal. She ... More

Letter from William Henry Channing, Groton, [Massachusetts], to Anne W...

William Henry Channing writes to Anne Warren Weston in regards to sending her an extract from a sermon, which "I hope may be in time for the '[Liberty] Bell.' If it is 'too late' will you have the kindess to re... More

Letter from James Trask Woodbury, Acton, [Massachusetts], to Amos Augu...

James Trask Woodbury writes to Amos A. Phelps about his intention to stay in Acton because of his desire to continue the antislavery struggle with his people. He writes, "My hands & the hands of my people is gr... More

Letter from Theodore Parker, Barnstable, [Massachusetts], to Convers F...

Theodore Parker writes to Convers Francis in regards to receiving a letter from Lydia Cabot [later his wife] telling him that he is offered to supply Mr. Burton's pulpit and lecture "for a time." He requests hi... More

Letter from James Trask Woodbury, Acton, [Massachusetts], to Amos Augu...

James Trask Woodbury writes to Amos A. Phelps about his intention to stay in Acton because of his desire to continue the antislavery struggle with his people. He writes, "My hands & the hands of my people is gr... More

Letter from Arthur Granger, Meriden, [Connecticut], to Amos Augustus P...

Arthur Granger writes to Amos A. Phelps in regards to publishing his letter defending his beliefs of denying Phelps to preach his anti-slavery sermons in Granger's congregation. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Letter from James Trask Woodbury, Acton, [Massachusetts], to Amos Augu...

James Trask Woodbury writes to Amos A. Phelps about his intention to stay in Acton because of his desire to continue the antislavery struggle with his people. He writes, "My hands & the hands of my people is gr... More

Letter from Theodore Parker, Boston, [Massachusetts], 1836 Nov[ember] ...

Theodore Parker writes to Henry Tuck, Isaiah Greene, and Barnabas Chipman in regards to declining the position as pastorate at Barnstable. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Letter from Elizur Wright, New York, to Amos Augustus Phelps, 1836 Jan...

Elizur Wright Jr. writes to Amos A. Phelps about the Northampton Anti-Slavery Convention and how he nearly converted Mr. Todd of Northampton to the anti-slavery side. He writes, "He has been on the wrong side--... More

Letter from John Sullivan Dwight, Bangor, [Maine], to F.K. Kedge, 1837...

John Sullivan Dwight writes to F.K. Kedge in regards to asking him to "supply my pulpit during my absence in May." He is trying to find employment while he is in Boston. He asks him if he can ask Mr. Ware if he... More

Letter from Sarah Moore Grimkè, Groton, [Massachusetts], to Henry Clar...

Sarah Moore Grimkè writes to Henry Clark Wright regarding the rights of women to preach. She writes that she will not use Quakerism as an excuse for "my exercising the rights & performing the duties of a ration... More

Letter from Edward Royal Tyler, Middletown, [Connecticut], to Amos Aug...

Reverend Edward Royall (E.R.) Tyler writes to Amos A. Phelps presenting statistics on the numbers of Baptist abolitionists and opposers in the state of Connecticut. He writes that "the Baptists are much fewer i... More

Letter from Charles Marriott, Hudson, N[ew] Y[ork], to William Lloyd G...

Charles Marriott writes to William Lloyd Garrison sending him ten dollars to pay for a number of Liberator subscriptions. He then comments on recent events like the Clerical Appeal as causing him "sadness & som... More

Letter from Edward Royall Tyler, Middletown, [Connecticut], to Amos Au...

E.R. (Edward Royall) Tyler writes a letter to Amos A. Phelps in which he lists off the names of Congregational clergymen who are also supporting the abolitionist cause. Tyler states that "of our ministers, not ... More

Letter, [Boston, Massachusetts], to Amos Augustus Phelps, 1837

Unknown writes to Amos A. Phelps in regards to "answers to letters of inquiry respecting the clergy sent out toward the close of 1837." The rest of the letter is missing. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Letter from Angelina Emily Grimkè, New York, to Elizabeth Pease Nichol...

Angelina Emily Grimkè writes to Elizabeth Pease Nichol regarding her thoughts regarding slavery and thanking her "British sister" for her anti-slavery efforts. She writes, "I thank every Briton who is laboring ... More

Letter from Julia A. Tappan, New York, [New York], to Anne Warren West...

Julia A. Tappan writes to Anne Warren Weston in regards to the Philadelphia anti-slavery society "sending out two dozen silk reticules requesting that they may be stamped from the plate representing a slave mot... More

Letter from Sarah Moore Grimkè, Brookline, [Massachusetts], to Elizabe...

Sarah Moore Grimkè writes to Elizabeth Pease Nichol regarding the books and pamphlets she has sent her and her "English sisters." She discusses emancipation in the West Indies and the anti-slavery cause in Grea... More

Letter from George Gay, Medford, [Massachusetts], to William Lloyd Gar...

George Gay writes to William Lloyd Garrison after reading the prospectus for the eighth volume of the Liberator. He tells Garrison to "pursue that upright, fearless, and impartial course, which you have persued... More

Letter from Sarah Moore Grimkè, Brookline, [Massachusetts], to Elizabe...

Sarah Moore Grimkè writes to Elizabeth Pease Nichol regarding the books and pamphlets she has sent her and her "English sisters." She discusses emancipation in the West Indies and the anti-slavery cause in Grea... More

Letter from Samuel Joseph May, South Scituate, [Massachusetts], to Wil...

Samuel Joseph May writes to William Lloyd Garrison sharing his "dislike" of Garrison's "strictures upon the part of Dr. Channing's Letter to Abolitionists, in which he exhorts us to adhere to the pacific princi... More

Letter from Theodore Parker, [Boston, Massachusetts], to Edwards Amasa...

Theodore Parker writes to the Edwards Amasa Park requesting that he send an article that he had sent through Dr. Sears for Dr. Gunther. Included is also an invitation from the Church and Society at Chelsea to a... More

Letter from Angelina Emily Grimkè, Boston, [Massachusetts], to Queen o...

Sarah Moore Grimkè and Angelina Emily Grimkè write to Queen Victoria regarding human rights and slavery.They discuss their upbringing in Charleston, South Carolina and discuss the rise of anti-slavery societies... More

Letter from Edward Palmer, Bangor, [Maine], to William Lloyd Garrison,...

Edward Palmer writes to William Lloyd Garrison that he has stayed in Bangor longer than planned hoping to see his brother who should be returning from the South. Palmer says he was "an abolitionist before he we... More

Letter from Angelina Emily Grimkè, Boston, [Massachusetts], to Queen o...

Sarah Moore Grimkè and Angelina Emily Grimkè write to Queen Victoria regarding human rights and slavery.They discuss their upbringing in Charleston, South Carolina and discuss the rise of anti-slavery societies... More

Letter from Angelina Emily Grimkè, Brookline, [Massachusetts], to Eliz...

Angelina Emily Grimkè writes to Eliza Jones Chase regarding the pleasure of visiting her in Providence on her return from Philadelphia. She writes about the meetings she has attended. She hopes that the "Societ... More

Letter from Angelina Emily Grimkè, Boston, [Massachusetts], to Queen o...

Sarah Moore Grimkè and Angelina Emily Grimkè write to Queen Victoria regarding human rights and slavery.They discuss their upbringing in Charleston, South Carolina and discuss the rise of anti-slavery societies... More

Letter from Edward Palmer, Putney, V[ermon]t, to William Lloyd Garriso...

Edward Palmer writes to William Lloyd Garrison saying that he has traveled from Bangor, Maine, to Putney, Vermont to spend "a few days with Brother [John Humphrey] Noyes' family connections." He remarks that he... More

Letter from Sarah Moore Grimkè, Brookline, [Massachusetts], to Elizabe...

Sarah Moore Grimkè writes to Elizabeth Pease Nichol regarding the books and pamphlets she has sent her and her "English sisters." She discusses emancipation in the West Indies and the anti-slavery cause in Grea... More

Letter from Edward Palmer, Bangor, [Maine], to William Lloyd Garrison,...

Edward Palmer writes to William Lloyd Garrison that he has stayed in Bangor longer than planned hoping to see his brother who should be returning from the South. Palmer says he was "an abolitionist before he we... More

Letter from Sarah Moore Grimkè, Groton, [Massachusetts], to Henry Clar...

Sarah Moore Grimkè writes to Henry Clark Wright regarding the rights of women to preach. She writes that she will not use Quakerism as an excuse for "my exercising the rights & performing the duties of a ration... More

Letter from Sarah Moore Grimkè, Groton, [Massachusetts], to Henry Clar...

Sarah Moore Grimkè writes to Henry Clark Wright regarding the rights of women to preach. She writes that she will not use Quakerism as an excuse for "my exercising the rights & performing the duties of a ration... More

Letter from Elizur Wright, Anti-Slavery Office, New York, [New York], ...

In this letter to William Lloyd Garrison, Elizur Wright, Jr. thanks him for agreeing to contribute to the quarterly magazine of the American Anti-Slavery Society. He answers Garrison's response to the criticism... More

Letter from Theodore Parker, Greenfield, [Maine], to John Sullivan Dwi...

Theodore Parker writes to John S. Dwight in regards to small town life. He writes about his dismay at missing Mr. Emerson's lectures and his "inspiration" of nature. He will leave Greenfield at the end of the m... More

Letter from Jonathan Ward, Brentwood, [New Hampshire], to Amos Augustu...

Jonathan Ward writes to Amos A. Phelps regarding his disapproval of William Lloyd Garrison's course in editing the "Liberator." He writes, "as the Liberator is an exclusively A. Slavery paper, and is supported,... More

Letter from Edward Palmer, Bangor, [Maine], to William Lloyd Garrison,...

Edward Palmer writes to William Lloyd Garrison that he has stayed in Bangor longer than planned hoping to see his brother who should be returning from the South. Palmer says he was "an abolitionist before he we... More

Letter from Angelina Emily Grimkè, Boston, [Massachusetts], to Queen o...

Sarah Moore Grimkè and Angelina Emily Grimkè write to Queen Victoria regarding human rights and slavery.They discuss their upbringing in Charleston, South Carolina and discuss the rise of anti-slavery societies... More

Letter from Sarah Moore Grimkè, Brookline, [Massachusetts], to Elizabe...

Sarah Moore Grimkè writes to Elizabeth Pease Nichol regarding the books and pamphlets she has sent her and her "English sisters." She discusses emancipation in the West Indies and the anti-slavery cause in Grea... More

Letter from Julia A. Tappan, New York, [New York], to Anne Warren West...

Julia A. Tappan writes to Anne Warren Weston in regards to her previous years as a secretary for her "serving Society" and the materials that were collected, asking her if she would like her to "transport the h... More

Letter from Jonathan Ward, Brentwood, [New Hampshire], to Amos Augustu...

Jonathan Ward writes Amos A. Phelps about anti-slavery matters, discussing various abolitionists and clergy involved in the society. He poses the question, "Can slavery be abolished without the aid of the clerg... More

Letter from Sarah Moore Grimkè, Brookline, [Massachusetts], to Henry C...

Angelina Emily Grimkè and Sarah Moore Grimkè write to Henry Clark Wright regarding their disappointment in not seeing their articles in the New England Spectactor. Sarah writes, "I wrote to him yesterday to req... More

Letter from Edward Palmer, Bangor, [Maine], to William Lloyd Garrison,...

Edward Palmer writes to William Lloyd Garrison that he has stayed in Bangor longer than planned hoping to see his brother who should be returning from the South. Palmer says he was "an abolitionist before he we... More

Letter from Julia A. Tappan, New York, to Anne Warren Weston, 1837 Oct...

Julia A. Tappan writes to Anne Warren Weston in regards to receiving money from Mr. Stanton from the Dorchester society. She is directing a package to Anne so that she may forward it to the secretary of the soc... More

Letter from Rowland Johnson, Philadelphia, [Pennsylvania], to William ...

Rowland Johnson writes to William Lloyd Garrison asking if "the course pursued by some of the faithful labours [sic], in the vineyard of freedom, is consistent with the perfection and example of the Blessed Mas... More

Letter from Sarah Moore Grimkè, Belleville, [New Jersey], to Henry Cla...

Sarah Moore Grimkè writes to Henry Clarke Wright regarding her inability to write him an analysis letter due to "a pressure of business." She gives quotes on slavery and freedom. She agrees in Wright's view of ... More

Letter from Sarah Moore Grimkè, Belleville, [New Jersey], to Henry Cla...

Sarah Moore Grimkè writes to Henry Clarke Wright regarding her inability to write him an analysis letter due to "a pressure of business." She gives quotes on slavery and freedom. She agrees in Wright's view of ... More

Letter from Sarah Moore Grimkè, Belleville, [New Jersey], to Henry Cla...

Sarah Moore Grimkè writes to Henry Clarke Wright regarding her inability to write him an analysis letter due to "a pressure of business." She gives quotes on slavery and freedom. She agrees in Wright's view of ... More

Letter from Charles Turner Torrey, Salem, [Mass.], to Amos Augustus Ph...

Charles Turner Torrey writes to Amos A. Phelps describing his opinions of Taylorism (or New Haven theology). He then discusses finding a new minister for the church in Salem, stating his intention to "strain ev... More

Letter from Sarah Moore Grimkè, Fort Lee, to Elizabeth Pease Nichol, 1...

Sarah Moore Grimkè writes to Elizabeth Pease Nichol regarding her query "relative to our minister in France-England. I do not know any thing about him save..that he is a slave breeder and that it was absurd for... More

Letter from John Walker, Barre, Vermont, to Amos Augustus Phelps, 1838...

John Walker writes to Amos A. Phelps telling him that his father passed away. He gives the names and addresses of people who he's waiting to hear back from on whether they have joined an abolitionist society ye... More

Letter from Jonathan Ward, Plymouth, [Mass.], to Amos Augustus Phelps,...

Jonathan Ward writes to Amos A. Phelps confessing he is "at some loss as to my duty in relation to the abolition enterprise." He then discusses his views about abolition, stating "you know I have always disappr... More

Letter from James C. White, Boston, [Massachusetts], to Amos Augustus ...

James C. White writes to Amos A. Phelps about his efforts to not give up on the antislavery paper. He makes a few suggestions for Phelps to establish a new paper. He writes, "I purpose that vigorous efforts be ... More

Letter from Sarah Moore Grimkè, Fort Lee, [New York], to Elizabeth Pea...

Sarah Moore Grimkè writes to Elizabeth Pease Nichol thanking her for her letters and the pamphlets she included for them. She has distributed these pamphlets to others including John Quincy Adams and his wife. ... More

Letter from George Waters, Holden, [Massachusetts], to Amos Augustus P...

George Waters write Amos A. Phelps about the sentiments of several ministers in the vicinity of Holden, concerning anti-slavery. He writes of Revered Alisha Scanson of Southborough who "professed himself Anti-S... More

Letter from Jonathan Ward, Plymouth, [Mass.], to Amos Augustus Phelps,...

Jonathan Ward writes to Amos A. Phelps confessing he is "at some loss as to my duty in relation to the abolition enterprise." He then discusses his views about abolition, stating "you know I have always disappr... More

Letter from George Waters, Holden, [Massachusetts], to Amos Augustus P...

George Waters write Amos A. Phelps about the sentiments of several ministers in the vicinity of Holden, concerning anti-slavery. He writes of Revered Alisha Scanson of Southborough who "professed himself Anti-S... More

Letter from Adin Ballou, Mendon, Mass[achusetts], to William Lloyd Gar...

In this letter titled, "Government, Peace &c," Adin Ballou introduces himself to William Lloyd Garrison and asks him about his "doctrine of Government & Peace." Ballou describes his understandings of Garrison's... More

Letter from Michael H. Barton, Jerusalem, [New York], to William Lloyd...

Michael H. Barton writes to William Lloyd Garrison stating that while he has not attached his own "name to the Anti-Slavery records; yet in the full sense of the word I am an Abolitionist .." He tells Garrison ... More

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