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Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to [Theodore Parker...

Regards any postponement as simply abandoning the project. Thinks H[ugh] F[orbes] can be circumvented. Signed with "T.W.H." Printed in part in F. B. Sanborn, Recollections of Seventy Years, p. 156; Dr. Samuel G... More

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to John Brown, Brat...

Protests against any postponement on account of H[ugh] F[orbes]. Addressed to Jason Brown, but endorsed by John Brown. Quoted in M. T. Higginson, Thomas Wentworth Higginson, p. 191. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to [Theodore Parker...

Regards any postponement as simply abandoning the project. Thinks H[ugh] F[orbes] can be circumvented. Signed with "T.W.H." Printed in part in F. B. Sanborn, Recollections of Seventy Years, p. 156; Dr. Samuel G... More

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter to [John Brown], Worcester...

Finds [Hugh] F[orbes] is considered a blunderer. Has urged the others not to give up. Endorsed by John Brown. Quoted in M. T. Higginson, Thomas Wentworth Higginson, p. 191. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to John Brown, Worc...

Rejoices to find that he is not discouraged; always regretted the postponement of the enterprise. Hopes to make some contribution this spring. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to [John Brown], Wo...

Is always ready to invest money in treason. Has other demands but promises at least $5. Addressed to N. Hawkins. Quoted in M. T. Higginson, Thomas Wentworth Higginson, p. 191. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to [Theodore Parker...

Regards any postponement as simply abandoning the project. Thinks H[ugh] F[orbes] can be circumvented. Signed with "T.W.H." Printed in part in F. B. Sanborn, Recollections of Seventy Years, p. 156; Dr. Samuel G... More

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to [Theodore Parker...

Lists his reasons for not postponing the scheme. Charles A[nderson] D[ana] considered [Hugh] F[orbes] a "blundering blockhead." 3 p. Signed "T.W.H." Quoted in M. T. Higginson, Thomas Wentworth Higginson, p. 191... More

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to [Theodore Parker...

Regards any postponement as simply abandoning the project. Thinks H[ugh] F[orbes] can be circumvented. Signed with "T.W.H." Printed in part in F. B. Sanborn, Recollections of Seventy Years, p. 156; Dr. Samuel G... More

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to Samuel Gridley H...

Reminds him of a conversation where it was agreed that any denial would be the "extreme of baseness." Considers his present letter disclaiming all knowledge of John Brown's plans "one of the worst aspects of th... More

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter to Franklin Benjamin Sanbo...

Laments their lack of honor. Thinks the meanest thief would be ashamed to lie in such circumstances. Draft. Refers to the card issued by Samuel Gridley Howe on November 14, 1859, denying all knowledge of John B... More

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to [John Brown], Br...

Fears there is little money to be obtained this year. Many have lost confidence. Would like to join him in person. Endorsed by John Brown. Quoted in M. T. Higginson, Thomas Wentworth Higginson, p. 192; O. G. Vi... More

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter to [Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Ch...

Repeats [James] Montgomery's accounts of his life in Kansas. Described his present location, the view, etc. Marked "Thomas Wentworth Higginson" in pencil. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to Franklin Benjami...

Reminds him of his former views on the importance of keeping back evidence. Hears now he is eager to testify. Does not think he will be summoned as [James Murray] Mason does not want John Brown heartily defende... More

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter to [Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Ch...

Asks her to send a clipping to [James] Redpath and two pamphlets to him. Has arranged for [Charles Plummer] Tidd to come on. Marked "Thomas Wentworth Higginson" in pencil. Dated "Thursday noon." Courtesy of Bos... More

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter to [Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Ch...

Mentions [Charles Plummer] Tidd's arrival; is uncertain about the Germans. Marked "Thomas Wentworth Higginson" in pencil. Last sentence quoted in O. G. Villard, John Brown, p. 580. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter to [Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Ch...

Tells her of a ball in Elkart, Indiana. Describes his fellow-travelers on the trip to Chicago. Marked "Thomas Wentworth Higginson" in pencil. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter to [Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Ch...

Repeats [James] Montgomery's accounts of his life in Kansas. Described his present location, the view, etc. Marked "Thomas Wentworth Higginson" in pencil. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter to [Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Ch...

Repeats [James] Montgomery's accounts of his life in Kansas. Described his present location, the view, etc. Marked "Thomas Wentworth Higginson" in pencil. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter to [Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Ch...

Repeats [James] Montgomery's accounts of his life in Kansas. Described his present location, the view, etc. Marked "Thomas Wentworth Higginson" in pencil. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter to [Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Ch...

Describes a meeting with [James] Montgomery. Outlines plans for his lecture tour and the proposed rescue. Fears snow. Quoted in O. G. Villard, John Brown, p. 573, p. 576. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to Franklin Benjami...

Cannot understand his offer to testify in Boston; thinks the Senate Committee reluctant to call those who would defend [John] Brown for fear of arousing the country. Signed "T.W.H.", marked "Never sent." Enclos... More

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter to [Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Ch...

Intends to lecture in the west while [James Montgomery] explores the country. Comments on her letter, her difficulties with the furnace and his adventures in a book-store. Printed in M. T. Higginson, Thomas Wen... More

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter to [Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Ch...

Missed his lecture at Elkart; spent the evening with Sarah Hervey and "her songs." Was really very comfortable in the sleeping car. Marked as "Thomas Wentworth Higginson" in pencil. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to James Freeman Cl...

Discusses aspects of Margaret Fuller's diaries and asks about correspondence between Ossoli's. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to James Freeman Cl...

Asks about details unclear in Memoirs. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to James Freeman Cl...

Asks about diary of Margaret Fuller and mentions proposed biography. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to John Brown, Brat...

Protests against any postponement on account of H[ugh] F[orbes]. Addressed to Jason Brown, but endorsed by John Brown. Quoted in M. T. Higginson, Thomas Wentworth Higginson, p. 191. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to [Theodore Parker...

Lists his reasons for not postponing the scheme. Charles A[nderson] D[ana] considered [Hugh] F[orbes] a "blundering blockhead." 3 p. Signed "T.W.H." Quoted in M. T. Higginson, Thomas Wentworth Higginson, p. 191... More

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to John Brown, Worc...

Rejoices to find that he is not discouraged; always regretted the postponement of the enterprise. Hopes to make some contribution this spring. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter to [John Brown], Worcester...

Finds [Hugh] F[orbes] is considered a blunderer. Has urged the others not to give up. Endorsed by John Brown. Quoted in M. T. Higginson, Thomas Wentworth Higginson, p. 191. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to [John Brown], Wo...

Is always ready to invest money in treason. Has other demands but promises at least $5. Addressed to N. Hawkins. Quoted in M. T. Higginson, Thomas Wentworth Higginson, p. 191. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to Samuel Gridley H...

Reminds him of a conversation where it was agreed that any denial would be the "extreme of baseness." Considers his present letter disclaiming all knowledge of John Brown's plans "one of the worst aspects of th... More

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter to Franklin Benjamin Sanbo...

Laments their lack of honor. Thinks the meanest thief would be ashamed to lie in such circumstances. Draft. Refers to the card issued by Samuel Gridley Howe on November 14, 1859, denying all knowledge of John B... More

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to [John Brown], Br...

Fears there is little money to be obtained this year. Many have lost confidence. Would like to join him in person. Endorsed by John Brown. Quoted in M. T. Higginson, Thomas Wentworth Higginson, p. 192; O. G. Vi... More

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter to [Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Ch...

Tells her of a ball in Elkart, Indiana. Describes his fellow-travelers on the trip to Chicago. Marked "Thomas Wentworth Higginson" in pencil. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter to [Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Ch...

Mentions [Charles Plummer] Tidd's arrival; is uncertain about the Germans. Marked "Thomas Wentworth Higginson" in pencil. Last sentence quoted in O. G. Villard, John Brown, p. 580. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to Franklin Benjami...

Cannot understand his offer to testify in Boston; thinks the Senate Committee reluctant to call those who would defend [John] Brown for fear of arousing the country. Signed "T.W.H.", marked "Never sent." Enclos... More

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter to [Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Ch...

Missed his lecture at Elkart; spent the evening with Sarah Hervey and "her songs." Was really very comfortable in the sleeping car. Marked as "Thomas Wentworth Higginson" in pencil. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter to [Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Ch...

Asks her to send a clipping to [James] Redpath and two pamphlets to him. Has arranged for [Charles Plummer] Tidd to come on. Marked "Thomas Wentworth Higginson" in pencil. Dated "Thursday noon." Courtesy of Bos... More

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter to [Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Ch...

Describes a meeting with [James] Montgomery. Outlines plans for his lecture tour and the proposed rescue. Fears snow. Quoted in O. G. Villard, John Brown, p. 573, p. 576. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter to [Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Ch...

Intends to lecture in the west while [James Montgomery] explores the country. Comments on her letter, her difficulties with the furnace and his adventures in a book-store. Printed in M. T. Higginson, Thomas Wen... More

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to Franklin Benjami...

Reminds him of his former views on the importance of keeping back evidence. Hears now he is eager to testify. Does not think he will be summoned as [James Murray] Mason does not want John Brown heartily defende... More

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to James Freeman Cl...

Discusses aspects of Margaret Fuller's diaries and asks about correspondence between Ossoli's. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to James Freeman Cl...

Asks about details unclear in Memoirs. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to James Freeman Cl...

Asks about diary of Margaret Fuller and mentions proposed biography. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to John Brown, Brat...

Protests against any postponement on account of H[ugh] F[orbes]. Addressed to Jason Brown, but endorsed by John Brown. Quoted in M. T. Higginson, Thomas Wentworth Higginson, p. 191. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to [Theodore Parker...

Lists his reasons for not postponing the scheme. Charles A[nderson] D[ana] considered [Hugh] F[orbes] a "blundering blockhead." 3 p. Signed "T.W.H." Quoted in M. T. Higginson, Thomas Wentworth Higginson, p. 191... More

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to [John Brown], Wo...

Is always ready to invest money in treason. Has other demands but promises at least $5. Addressed to N. Hawkins. Quoted in M. T. Higginson, Thomas Wentworth Higginson, p. 191. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter to [John Brown], Worcester...

Finds [Hugh] F[orbes] is considered a blunderer. Has urged the others not to give up. Endorsed by John Brown. Quoted in M. T. Higginson, Thomas Wentworth Higginson, p. 191. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to Samuel Gridley H...

Reminds him of a conversation where it was agreed that any denial would be the "extreme of baseness." Considers his present letter disclaiming all knowledge of John Brown's plans "one of the worst aspects of th... More

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter to [Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Ch...

Asks her to send a clipping to [James] Redpath and two pamphlets to him. Has arranged for [Charles Plummer] Tidd to come on. Marked "Thomas Wentworth Higginson" in pencil. Dated "Thursday noon." Courtesy of Bos... More

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter to [Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Ch...

Describes a meeting with [James] Montgomery. Outlines plans for his lecture tour and the proposed rescue. Fears snow. Quoted in O. G. Villard, John Brown, p. 573, p. 576. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter to [Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Ch...

Tells her of a ball in Elkart, Indiana. Describes his fellow-travelers on the trip to Chicago. Marked "Thomas Wentworth Higginson" in pencil. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter to [Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Ch...

Missed his lecture at Elkart; spent the evening with Sarah Hervey and "her songs." Was really very comfortable in the sleeping car. Marked as "Thomas Wentworth Higginson" in pencil. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to Franklin Benjami...

Reminds him of his former views on the importance of keeping back evidence. Hears now he is eager to testify. Does not think he will be summoned as [James Murray] Mason does not want John Brown heartily defende... More

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter to [Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Ch...

Intends to lecture in the west while [James Montgomery] explores the country. Comments on her letter, her difficulties with the furnace and his adventures in a book-store. Printed in M. T. Higginson, Thomas Wen... More

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to Franklin Benjami...

Cannot understand his offer to testify in Boston; thinks the Senate Committee reluctant to call those who would defend [John] Brown for fear of arousing the country. Signed "T.W.H.", marked "Never sent." Enclos... More

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to James Freeman Cl...

Asks about diary of Margaret Fuller and mentions proposed biography. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to James Freeman Cl...

Discusses aspects of Margaret Fuller's diaries and asks about correspondence between Ossoli's. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to James Freeman Cl...

Asks about details unclear in Memoirs. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter to [John Brown], Worcester...

Finds [Hugh] F[orbes] is considered a blunderer. Has urged the others not to give up. Endorsed by John Brown. Quoted in M. T. Higginson, Thomas Wentworth Higginson, p. 191. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to [Theodore Parker...

Lists his reasons for not postponing the scheme. Charles A[nderson] D[ana] considered [Hugh] F[orbes] a "blundering blockhead." 3 p. Signed "T.W.H." Quoted in M. T. Higginson, Thomas Wentworth Higginson, p. 191... More

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to John Brown, Brat...

Protests against any postponement on account of H[ugh] F[orbes]. Addressed to Jason Brown, but endorsed by John Brown. Quoted in M. T. Higginson, Thomas Wentworth Higginson, p. 191. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to [John Brown], Wo...

Is always ready to invest money in treason. Has other demands but promises at least $5. Addressed to N. Hawkins. Quoted in M. T. Higginson, Thomas Wentworth Higginson, p. 191. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to Samuel Gridley H...

Reminds him of a conversation where it was agreed that any denial would be the "extreme of baseness." Considers his present letter disclaiming all knowledge of John Brown's plans "one of the worst aspects of th... More

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to Franklin Benjami...

Reminds him of his former views on the importance of keeping back evidence. Hears now he is eager to testify. Does not think he will be summoned as [James Murray] Mason does not want John Brown heartily defende... More

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter to [Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Ch...

Asks her to send a clipping to [James] Redpath and two pamphlets to him. Has arranged for [Charles Plummer] Tidd to come on. Marked "Thomas Wentworth Higginson" in pencil. Dated "Thursday noon." Courtesy of Bos... More

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter to [Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Ch...

Tells her of a ball in Elkart, Indiana. Describes his fellow-travelers on the trip to Chicago. Marked "Thomas Wentworth Higginson" in pencil. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter to [Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Ch...

Missed his lecture at Elkart; spent the evening with Sarah Hervey and "her songs." Was really very comfortable in the sleeping car. Marked as "Thomas Wentworth Higginson" in pencil. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter to [Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Ch...

Intends to lecture in the west while [James Montgomery] explores the country. Comments on her letter, her difficulties with the furnace and his adventures in a book-store. Printed in M. T. Higginson, Thomas Wen... More

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to Franklin Benjami...

Cannot understand his offer to testify in Boston; thinks the Senate Committee reluctant to call those who would defend [John] Brown for fear of arousing the country. Signed "T.W.H.", marked "Never sent." Enclos... More

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter to [Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Ch...

Describes a meeting with [James] Montgomery. Outlines plans for his lecture tour and the proposed rescue. Fears snow. Quoted in O. G. Villard, John Brown, p. 573, p. 576. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to James Freeman Cl...

Asks about details unclear in Memoirs. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to James Freeman Cl...

Asks about diary of Margaret Fuller and mentions proposed biography. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to James Freeman Cl...

Discusses aspects of Margaret Fuller's diaries and asks about correspondence between Ossoli's. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to Franklin Benjami...

Cannot understand his offer to testify in Boston; thinks the Senate Committee reluctant to call those who would defend [John] Brown for fear of arousing the country. Signed "T.W.H.", marked "Never sent." Enclos... More

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter to [Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Ch...

Describes a meeting with [James] Montgomery. Outlines plans for his lecture tour and the proposed rescue. Fears snow. Quoted in O. G. Villard, John Brown, p. 573, p. 576. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter to [Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Ch...

Describes a meeting with [James] Montgomery. Outlines plans for his lecture tour and the proposed rescue. Fears snow. Quoted in O. G. Villard, John Brown, p. 573, p. 576. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Thomas Wentworth Higginson autograph letter signed to Franklin Benjami...

Cannot understand his offer to testify in Boston; thinks the Senate Committee reluctant to call those who would defend [John] Brown for fear of arousing the country. Signed "T.W.H.", marked "Never sent." Enclos... More

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