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Letter To Intrepid Morse, William Sparrow Dec 1826

Letter To Intrepid Morse, William Sparrow

Philander Chase Letters

Sparrow dislikes the General Convention's alterations to the prayer book, and is dismayed at the power and influence being given to the Diocese of New York. He reports that Brother Bronson will buy copies of the Episcopal Register to distribute and praises Mr. Smith.


Letter To Philander Chase, Rev. W. Ward Dec 1826

Letter To Philander Chase, Rev. W. Ward

Philander Chase Letters

Ward discusses conversion efforts in the East Indies and England's war with Spain, and asks Chase to set aside a plot of land near the college in his name.


Letter To Dudley Chase, George Chase Dec 1826

Letter To Dudley Chase, George Chase

Philander Chase Letters

George Chase updates Dudley Chase on his family and travels and describes his time with Mr. Grover, a "French War" veteran.


Letter To Sophia Chase, Philander Chase Dec 1826

Letter To Sophia Chase, Philander Chase

Philander Chase Letters

Chase thanks his wife for her letter and updates her on his injured leg, which he believes is improving.


Letter To Dudley Chase, George Chase Dec 1826

Letter To Dudley Chase, George Chase

Philander Chase Letters

Chase confirms his receipt of the message and copy of the "Traveler." He updates his uncle on his work and the work of Mr. Eddy, Jona. P. Miller, Mr. Kellogg, and Captain Tim Edson.


Letter To Dudley Chase, George Chase Dec 1826

Letter To Dudley Chase, George Chase

Philander Chase Letters

Chase informs Uncle Dudley that his father is no longer in Randolph and updates him on his family's health.


Letter To Philander Chase, G.W. Marriott Nov 1826

Letter To Philander Chase, G.W. Marriott

Philander Chase Letters

Fragment of a letter in which Marriott mentions he has sent enclosures to Chase and writes of tension amongst Bishops and others.


Letter To Sophia Chase, Philander Chase Nov 1826

Letter To Sophia Chase, Philander Chase

Philander Chase Letters

Chase will no longer return home by traveling through New Orleans on account of his fear of seasickness. He is giving $200 to William Jones Esquire so that Sophia may draw upon it for whatever she needs. Chase feels more productive in Philadelphia than in Ohio.


Letter To Philander Chase, Lord Kenyon Nov 1826

Letter To Philander Chase, Lord Kenyon

Philander Chase Letters

Fragment of a letter in which Lord Kenyon updates Chase on the sentiments surrounding his cause in England.


Letter To Sophia Chase, Philander Chase Nov 1826

Letter To Sophia Chase, Philander Chase

Philander Chase Letters

Chase is confined to his lodgings due to the sore on his ankle, but doesn't want his wife to worry about him. He also asks her to tell Mr. Sparrow that he has looked at the books, but can't afford to pay for them at the moment.


Letter To Lord Kenyon, Philander Chase Nov 1826

Letter To Lord Kenyon, Philander Chase

Philander Chase Letters

Chase asks for Lord Kenyon's help in imploring Rev. Thomas Hartwell Horne to come to Ohio to run Kenyon College. Chase feels that Horne alone will bring the prestige and knowledge necessary to maintain the college.


Letter To Captain Wormley, Rev. W. Ward Nov 1826

Letter To Captain Wormley, Rev. W. Ward

Philander Chase Letters

Rev. Ward sends Captain Wormley an Ohio appeal and a pamphlet defending Bp. Chase against claims asserted by Bp. Hobart. He criticizes Bp. Hobart but praises Chase for his work with the Ohio Seminary and College.


Letter To Sophia Chase, Philander Chase Nov 1826

Letter To Sophia Chase, Philander Chase

Philander Chase Letters

Chase tells his wife that he has finished writing his appeal to raise funds for buildings for the College and Seminary. If the appeal is accepted he plans not to go to New York until next week. Chase updates his wife on his lameness and asks for more letters from his family.


Letter To Sophia Chase, Philander Chase Nov 1826

Letter To Sophia Chase, Philander Chase

Philander Chase Letters

Chase writes his wife with a request for papers to be sent to him and updates her on the closing of the Convention.


Letter To Sophia Chase, Philander Chase Nov 1826

Letter To Sophia Chase, Philander Chase

Philander Chase Letters

Chase writes to his wife of his consistent love for her and their family in Ohio and updates her on his proceedings in Philadelphia.


Letter To Lord Kenyon, Lord Gambier Nov 1826

Letter To Lord Kenyon, Lord Gambier

Philander Chase Letters

Lord Gambier notifies Lord Kenyon of Mr. Clay's testimony regarding the site of the College. He praises Chase's efforts and congratulates Lord Kenyon for his prominent role in the promotion of the cause.


Letter To Sophia Chase, Philander Chase Nov 1826

Letter To Sophia Chase, Philander Chase

Philander Chase Letters

Chase recounts his travels through New York and visits with family and friends from Mr. Boyd's home in Philadelphia.


Letter To Henry Clay, Philander Chase Oct 1826

Letter To Henry Clay, Philander Chase

Philander Chase Letters

Chase discusses his disapproval of Bishop Hobart's recent sermon and mentions a recent visit with Rufus King, who also questioned Bishop Hobart's sermon.


Letter To Sophia Chase, Philander Chase Oct 1826

Letter To Sophia Chase, Philander Chase

Philander Chase Letters

Chase briefly discusses his refusal to meet with Bishop Hobart until certain resolutions are made among them.


Letter To Dudley Chase, Philander Chase Oct 1826

Letter To Dudley Chase, Philander Chase

Philander Chase Letters

Chase writes about a discussion he had with Wiggin regarding Bishop Hobart's recent sermon and Mr. Norris's review of that sermon. Timothy Wiggin disapproves of Mr. Norris's review of it. Chase also writes about financial support he has received from family members.


Letter To Sophia Chase, Philander Chase Oct 1826

Letter To Sophia Chase, Philander Chase

Philander Chase Letters

Chase sends his wife another update on his travels. His relative, Samuel Chase, is going to Ohio to attend Kenyon College and Chase hopes that others will go, also.


Letter To Sophia Chase, Philander Chase Oct 1826

Letter To Sophia Chase, Philander Chase

Philander Chase Letters

Chase writes his wife about his travels through New York, Vermont and New Hampshire and his visits with family. He plans to ride to Hopkinton in the following week.


Letter To Philander Chase, Rev. W. Ward Sep 1826

Letter To Philander Chase, Rev. W. Ward

Philander Chase Letters

Fragment of a letter in which Rev. Ward discusses the harmful effects that fighting with Bishop Hobart has had on Chase's success in raising funds in England. Ward also recounts a meeting in which he experienced further opportunity for schism within the Church and warns Chase against embracing such opposition.


Letter To Philander Chase, G.W. Marriott Sep 1826

Letter To Philander Chase, G.W. Marriott

Philander Chase Letters

Marriott writes Chase the contents of a letter recently sent from Dr. George Gaskin to Bishop White.


Letter To Philander Chase, Charolette Ward Sep 1826

Letter To Philander Chase, Charolette Ward

Philander Chase Letters

Charolette praises God for Chase's successes and asks him to do a special prayer.


Letter To Philander Chase, Mary Ward Sep 1826

Letter To Philander Chase, Mary Ward

Philander Chase Letters

Mary writes about her hopes to visit Ohio. She also mentions her sympathy for the plight of the Irish, as well as her call to many striking events over the past year, including the death of a close friend.


Letter To Intrepid Morse, Philander Chase Sep 1826

Letter To Intrepid Morse, Philander Chase

Philander Chase Letters

Chase is very sick and staying at Dr. Nettleton's home while he recovers before he resumes his trip.


Letter To Dudley Chase, Philander Chase Aug 1826

Letter To Dudley Chase, Philander Chase

Philander Chase Letters

Chase discusses the culture of his Sunday school congregation and alerts his brother to his plans to visit soon.


Letter To Sophia Chase, Philander Chase Aug 1826

Letter To Sophia Chase, Philander Chase

Philander Chase Letters

Philander asks his wife to write more and asks her to not allow Philander to walk until he has more strength. He also mentions the addition of a new cow, the granted injunction on their "lawless tenants." He feels lonely without Dudley.


Letter To Philander Chase, Timothy Wiggin Aug 1826

Letter To Philander Chase, Timothy Wiggin

Philander Chase Letters

Wiggin reports that there is strong interest in Chase's cause among his English friends but that he regrets that the fund is not proceeding well and that he is unable to contribute any more money himself. He and the others hope Chase will be able to purchase the lands he needs and sell the rest after allowing their value to appreciate. Wiggin apologizes for not being able to contribute more to Chase's cause and assures him of his continued support.