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A Letter To "Dear Brother" Albertus? From Ben Van Raalte, Ben Van Raalte, Clarence Jalving, Nella Kennedy Jun 1863

A Letter To "Dear Brother" Albertus? From Ben Van Raalte, Ben Van Raalte, Clarence Jalving, Nella Kennedy

Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869

A letter to "Dear Brother" Albertus? from Ben Van Raalte. Ben is living on a farm in the Confederate area which is 700 acres. The farmer owns 20 Negroes and 40 horses.

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Rev. Albertus C. Van Raalte Wrote A Long Letter To His Brother-In-Law And Wife In The Netherlands, Rev. And Mrs. Anthony Brummelkamp, A. C. Van Raalte, Nella Kennedy May 1863

Rev. Albertus C. Van Raalte Wrote A Long Letter To His Brother-In-Law And Wife In The Netherlands, Rev. And Mrs. Anthony Brummelkamp, A. C. Van Raalte, Nella Kennedy

Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869

Rev. Albertus C. Van Raalte wrote a long letter on this date [although the final number is not too clear] to his brother-in-law and wife in the Netherlands, Rev. and Mrs. Anthony Brummelkamp. V.R. is very open with his brother-in-law who is also his personal friend. V.R. reported that a young man by the name of [John H.] Karsten is interested in doing missionary work. V.R. would like to know more about David Livingstone's missionary endeavors in Africa. Would Brummelkamp send him such information? V.R. reports on many matters including the health of Pieter J. Oggel and that Mrs. Van …

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Meeting Minutes Of The Consistory Of The First Reformed Church, A. C. Van Raalte, G. Wakker, William Buursma, Althea Buursma Apr 1863

Meeting Minutes Of The Consistory Of The First Reformed Church, A. C. Van Raalte, G. Wakker, William Buursma, Althea Buursma

Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869

At a consistory meeting of the First Reformed Church at which Rev. Albertus C. Van Raalte presided, only seven members were present. It was understood that there would also be English speaking congregations "since the language of preference will sooner or later become English."

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Christina Van Raalte Wrote Her Sister, Mary [Maria Wilhelmina Kollen], Christina Van Raalte, Nella Kennedy Feb 1863

Christina Van Raalte Wrote Her Sister, Mary [Maria Wilhelmina Kollen], Christina Van Raalte, Nella Kennedy

Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869

Christina Van Raalte also wrote her sister, Mary [Maria Wilhelmina Kollen],on this date telling her also that she hoped to come home in four weeks. She discusses several family matters with her sister. When Mina Oggel and family were coming to Kalamazoo, would the Van Raaltes be coming to pick them up? Was Mary still taking lessons from Mrs. Van Olinda?

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Christina Van Raalte Wrote Her Parents, Rev. Albertus And Christina Van Raalte, And Her Sister, Mary, Christina Van Raalte, Nella Kennedy Feb 1863

Christina Van Raalte Wrote Her Parents, Rev. Albertus And Christina Van Raalte, And Her Sister, Mary, Christina Van Raalte, Nella Kennedy

Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869

On the same day Christina Van Raalte wrote her parents, Rev. Albertus and Christina Van Raalte, and her sister, Mary, she also wrote to her sister whom she calls Annie [Anna Sophia]. The letter includes a list of Christina's expenditures, apparently intended for her mother and father.

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Christina Van Raalte Writes A Letter To Her Parents, Christina Van Raalte, Nella Kennedy Feb 1863

Christina Van Raalte Writes A Letter To Her Parents, Christina Van Raalte, Nella Kennedy

Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869

In a letter to her parents, Rev. Albertus and Christina Van Raalte, daughter Christina thought that she could come home in four weeks. "I will have been in my shop for four months then and then my time is gone." She related many details about her work and life in Kalamazoo. [Christina is sixteen years of age at this point in her life.]

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Christina Van Raalte Wrote Her Mother, Mrs. Albertus C. Van Raalte, Christina Van Raalte, Nella Kennedy Jan 1863

Christina Van Raalte Wrote Her Mother, Mrs. Albertus C. Van Raalte, Christina Van Raalte, Nella Kennedy

Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869

Christina Van Raalte wrote her mother, Mrs. Albertus C. Van Raalte, congratulating her that her birthday was tomorrow, the 31st. She wished her "much blessing and that you will continue to be spared for us for a long time." She also enclosed a gift for her mother. Marinus Oggel told Christina that Rev. Pieter Oggel was returning to Holland. She also reported that she bought a book of music but the piano in the home where she boarded was not tuned. It is evident from her letter that the Van Raaltes had a piano in the family home.

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Christina Van Raalte Reported To Her Parents, Rev. Albertus And Christina Van Raalte, That She Had Received The Ten Dollars They Had Sent, Christina Van Raalte, Nella Kennedy Jan 1863

Christina Van Raalte Reported To Her Parents, Rev. Albertus And Christina Van Raalte, That She Had Received The Ten Dollars They Had Sent, Christina Van Raalte, Nella Kennedy

Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869

Christina Van Raalte reported to her parents, Rev. Albertus and Christina Van Raalte, that she had received the ten dollars they had sent. Her board bill has been paid up for nine weeks. By next Monday she has been in Kalamazoo for thirteen weeks. She bought the new locket but it did cost $7.75. She had heard from Mina (Mrs. Pieter) Oggel and that the domine was ill. The shop girls were treated to a candy pull party that she enjoyed. Christina did not plan to come home until she has learned her trade. There were many soldiers in Kalamazoo …

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Christina Van Raalte Wrote Her Mother, Mrs. Christina J. Van Raalte, Christina Van Raalte, Nella Kennedy Jan 1863

Christina Van Raalte Wrote Her Mother, Mrs. Christina J. Van Raalte, Christina Van Raalte, Nella Kennedy

Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869

Christina Van Raalte wrote her mother, Mrs. Christina J. Van Raalte, that she has received the five dollars and was very appreciative of it. She will use the money to buy a locket. She made several comments about her life and work. Mrs. Pijster is her landlady who is very thrifty. The other girls in the shop think that they are superior to the Dutch girls. It was the talk of the town that Rev. Roelof Pieters may have declined a call.

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Letter From Christina To Her Parents A. C. And Christina Van Raalte, Christina Van Raalte, Nella Kenendy Jan 1863

Letter From Christina To Her Parents A. C. And Christina Van Raalte, Christina Van Raalte, Nella Kenendy

Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869

Since Christina, the daughter of Rev. Albertus and Christina Van Raalte, was working in Kalamazoo at this time, it is assumed that this fragmentary letter is from her. The content of the letter is similar to previous ones in that she had not received letters from her brothers who were in the Union Army. Christina has been busy in the dress shop and plans to stay until she learns the trade.

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A Fragment Of A Letter To Rev. And Mrs. Albertus C. Van Raalte From Their Daughter Christina, Christina Van Raalte, Nella Kennedy Dec 1862

A Fragment Of A Letter To Rev. And Mrs. Albertus C. Van Raalte From Their Daughter Christina, Christina Van Raalte, Nella Kennedy

Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869

A fragment of a letter to Rev. and Mrs. Albertus C. Van Raalte from their daughter, Christina, who is working in Kalamazoo, stated that a Maartje Blekeris thought to think too highly of herself [Could this person be a daughter of Paulus den Bleyker and his wife?] Her dress shop repaired an American flag gratis. In gratitude for their work, Captain Dennison sent them a large sponge cake in gratitude for their work. Marinus Oggel sent greetings. She heard from Dirk and a Willem Van Putten.

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Letter From Christina Van Raalte To Helena Van Raalte, Christina Van Raalte, Nella Kennedy Dec 1862

Letter From Christina Van Raalte To Helena Van Raalte, Christina Van Raalte, Nella Kennedy

Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869

In a letter to Helena (Mrs. Albertus) Van Raalte, Christina Van Raalte wrote her sister-in-law that she hoped to receive a letter from her. Christina made a small present for little Anna She asked about Allie and Chrissie. She asked Helena to kiss brother Bertus and the children for her. Christina signed her letter as "Chrissie" because "that's what I am called here." [By this time, Albertus and Helena Hoffinan had three children. They had married in early 1859. Little Albertus was born 12 December 1859, Christine was born 8 June 1861, and Anna Helena was born 9 September 1862.]

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31st Annual Report Of The Board Of World Missions, Reformed Church In America Dec 1862

31st Annual Report Of The Board Of World Missions, Reformed Church In America

Board of Foreign Missions Annual Reports

The Board of Foreign Missions (later, World Missions) was organized by the General Synod in 1832. The board was under the direction of the RCA but was also under the authority of the American Board of Commissioners for Foreign Missions. David Abeel led the first mission of the RCA to the island of Borneo in the Dutch East Indies in 1836. Missions also sprouted in four primary target areas: Japan, India, China, and Arabia. In 1857, the board broke away from its ties with the American Board of Missions and established independent missions. Under its current name, the board is …

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Benjamin Van Raalte Wrote To His Father, Dr. Albertus C. Van Raalte, That His Company Marched Seven Days Before They Arrived At This Place., Benjamin Van Raalte, Clarence Jalving, Nella Kennedy Dec 1862

Benjamin Van Raalte Wrote To His Father, Dr. Albertus C. Van Raalte, That His Company Marched Seven Days Before They Arrived At This Place., Benjamin Van Raalte, Clarence Jalving, Nella Kennedy

Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869

Benjamin Van Raalte wrote to his father, Dr. Albertus C. Van Raalte, that his company marched seven days before they arrived at this place. The company is located near the Green River on which the other side, Conferate troups are massed. Under the direction of Colonel Morgan, these troups are expected to attack the Union troups. Due to heavy rain, some things in his knapsack got wet such as the pictures of his family. With all the rain came the mud. He had to pitch his tent in the mud but manages to stay dry. He had a better sleep …

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Christina Van Raalte Wrote Her Parents, Rev. Albertus And Christina Van Raalte, Christina Van Raalte, Nella Kennedy Dec 1862

Christina Van Raalte Wrote Her Parents, Rev. Albertus And Christina Van Raalte, Christina Van Raalte, Nella Kennedy

Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869

Christina Van Raalte wrote her parents, Rev. Albertus and Christina Van Raalte, that she was sorry that her father had been so ill but is better again. The shop is very busy but she dislikes the airless room in which she has to work. Mrs. Pijster, the shop keeper, is very pleased with her work. She has not heard from her brothers for twelve days. She is eager to see her parents again.

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Letter From Ben Van Raalte To A. C. Van Raalte, Ben Van Raalte, Clarence Jalving, Nella Kennedy Nov 1862

Letter From Ben Van Raalte To A. C. Van Raalte, Ben Van Raalte, Clarence Jalving, Nella Kennedy

Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869

Benjamin Van Raalte kept in close touch with his family. In this letter to his father, Dr. Albertus C. Van Raalte, he gives details about camp life but he also inquires about his father's business affairs. He offers his advice. Ben seems to have good business sense. His description about Kentucky, camp life, and Confederates make for interesting reading.

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In A Letter To His Mother, Mrs. Christina De Moen Van Raalte, Son Benjamin Wrote Of His Experiences In This New Location, Benjamin Van Raalte, Clarence Jalving, Nella Kennedy Nov 1862

In A Letter To His Mother, Mrs. Christina De Moen Van Raalte, Son Benjamin Wrote Of His Experiences In This New Location, Benjamin Van Raalte, Clarence Jalving, Nella Kennedy

Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869

In a letter to his mother, Mrs. Christina de Moen Van Raalte, son Benjamin wrote of his experiences in this new location. He appreciated receiving two letters from home. He is well and reports also that brother Dirk is well and working in the hospital. Ben seems to enjoy army life very much. On Sunday, he is able to go to the local Presbyterian church.

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Letter From A. C. Van Raalte To Dirk Van Raalte, A. C. Van Raalte, Nella Kennedy Sep 1862

Letter From A. C. Van Raalte To Dirk Van Raalte, A. C. Van Raalte, Nella Kennedy

Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869

Rev. Albertus C. Van Raalte wrote this letter to his son, Dirk, who is serving in the Civil War and working in a hospital. The letter does not indicate where Dirk is stationed. Van Raalte advises his son to observe the patients carefully and to learn as much as he can about illnesses and medicine as Van Raalte himself has done. Van Raalte says, "You know that I am sort of a half-doctor and therefore can give you good counsel."

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A Sermon By Albertus C. Van Raalte, Which Was Translated And Published In The Banner, A. C. Van Raalte Feb 1862

A Sermon By Albertus C. Van Raalte, Which Was Translated And Published In The Banner, A. C. Van Raalte

Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869

A sermon by Albertus C. Van Raalte, which was translated and published in The Banner, October 3, 1947, pp. 1100-01, was based on Ephesians 6:4. The subject matter was Christian Education.

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30th Annual Report Of The Board Of World Missions, Reformed Church In America Dec 1861

30th Annual Report Of The Board Of World Missions, Reformed Church In America

Board of Foreign Missions Annual Reports

The Board of Foreign Missions (later, World Missions) was organized by the General Synod in 1832. The board was under the direction of the RCA but was also under the authority of the American Board of Commissioners for Foreign Missions. David Abeel led the first mission of the RCA to the island of Borneo in the Dutch East Indies in 1836. Missions also sprouted in four primary target areas: Japan, India, China, and Arabia. In 1857, the board broke away from its ties with the American Board of Missions and established independent missions. Under its current name, the board is …

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A Statement By B. F. Bailey About Business Dealing With Rev. Albertus C. Van Raalte, B. F. Bailey Jan 1861

A Statement By B. F. Bailey About Business Dealing With Rev. Albertus C. Van Raalte, B. F. Bailey

Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869

A statement by B. F. Bailey about business dealing with Rev. Albertus C. Van Raalte. A Mr. Harrington is mentioned in the document. The month is not given at the conclusion of the document although day and year were given.

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A Letter Of A. C. Van Raalte To Philip Phelps, A. C. Van Raalte Jan 1861

A Letter Of A. C. Van Raalte To Philip Phelps, A. C. Van Raalte

Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869

A letter of A. C. Van Raalte to Philip Phelps, about the organization of a second church in Holland, which would be English speaking. (The be-ginnings of Hope Reformed Church.) A.C.V.R. had a reservation that a second church would retard the Americanization process of the emigrant church.

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Meeting Minutes Of The Consistory Of The First Reformed Church, G. Wakker, William Buursma, Althea Buursma Jan 1861

Meeting Minutes Of The Consistory Of The First Reformed Church, G. Wakker, William Buursma, Althea Buursma

Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869

At a meeting of the consistory of the First Reformed Church at which Rev. Albertus C. Van Raalte presided, several young ladies were present to make their confession of faith. All were approved for membership except one who needed more catechetical instruction. This young lady, Garda Perendina Pfanstiehl, was even offered the opportunity to receive private instruction from the pastor. Members who were visited due to their lack of attendance at worship "found so many faults and shortcomings on the part of the congregation, consistory, and pastor, that they could no longer live in fellowship with the church." B. H. …

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29th Annual Report Of The Board Of World Missions, Reformed Church In America Dec 1860

29th Annual Report Of The Board Of World Missions, Reformed Church In America

Board of Foreign Missions Annual Reports

The Board of Foreign Missions (later, World Missions) was organized by the General Synod in 1832. The board was under the direction of the RCA but was also under the authority of the American Board of Commissioners for Foreign Missions. David Abeel led the first mission of the RCA to the island of Borneo in the Dutch East Indies in 1836. Missions also sprouted in four primary target areas: Japan, India, China, and Arabia. In 1857, the board broke away from its ties with the American Board of Missions and established independent missions. Under its current name, the board is …

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B. H. Ploeg Continued His Arguments Over Church Matters With G. Wakker In This Issue Of De Hollander., B. H. Ploeg, Nella Kennedy Nov 1860

B. H. Ploeg Continued His Arguments Over Church Matters With G. Wakker In This Issue Of De Hollander., B. H. Ploeg, Nella Kennedy

Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869

B. H. Ploeg continued his arguments over church matters with G. Wakker in this issue of De Hollander. Wakker, by the way, is clerk of the consistory of the First Reformed Church or Pillar Church.

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A Letter Of Rev. Albertus C. Van Raalte To Rev. Philip Phelps, A. C. Van Raalte Nov 1860

A Letter Of Rev. Albertus C. Van Raalte To Rev. Philip Phelps, A. C. Van Raalte

Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869

A letter of Rev. Albertus C. Van Raalte to Rev. Philip Phelps concerning a letter V.R. received from Samuel B. Schieffelin of New York who sent $40 to cover expenses at the academy. V.R. asks Phelps is he could borrow his copy of Hodge's commentary on the Epistle to the Hebrews.

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Meeting Of The Classis Of Holland In Kalamazoo, William Buursma Sep 1860

Meeting Of The Classis Of Holland In Kalamazoo, William Buursma

Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869

At a meeting of the Classis of Holland in Kalamazoo, there was an invitation of the Committee for Mission Work to send a pioneer gospel minister to serve the Dutch population of South Africa. Surprisingly, the Rev. Albertus C. Van Raalte offered to take this position. At the conclusion of this Article X,"Classis unwilling to see Rev. van Raalte leave its midst and believes that the reasons underlying this offer are not sufficiently justified for sending Rev. Van Raalte to Africa. Later at the Classis meeting, Van Raalte was asked specifically why he wished to go to South Africa. The …

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Letter From B. H. Ploeg To Pieter J. Oggel Published In De Hollander, B. H. Ploeg, Henry Ten Hoor, Nella Kennedy Sep 1860

Letter From B. H. Ploeg To Pieter J. Oggel Published In De Hollander, B. H. Ploeg, Henry Ten Hoor, Nella Kennedy

Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869

B. H. Ploeg again writes Rev. Pieter J. Oggel and continues his controversy over the use of English hymns and Sunday School songs and pamphlets which Oggel endorses. Ploeg wrote his letter in August and it was published on this date in De Hollander.

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Letter From A. C. Van Raalte To Philip Phelps, A. C. Van Raalte Aug 1860

Letter From A. C. Van Raalte To Philip Phelps, A. C. Van Raalte

Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869

A letter of A. C. Van Raalte to Philip Phelps, giving general news about Holland. "I see how difficult it will be to battle with ignorance, sectarian spirits, and leaders full use of the ignorance and prejudices people."

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Letter Written By B. H. Ploeg Published In De Hollander, B. H. Ploeg, Henry Ten Hoor, Nella Kennedy Aug 1860

Letter Written By B. H. Ploeg Published In De Hollander, B. H. Ploeg, Henry Ten Hoor, Nella Kennedy

Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869

A letter written in August by B. H. Ploeg was published in De Hollander on this date. Ploeg is attacking Rev. Pieter J. Oggel for his defense of singing hymns and espousing the Sunday School. Ploeg is responding to Oggel's article that appeared in the July 25 issue of this periodical. Rev. Albertus C. Van Raalte refers to Ploeg's rejection of singing hymns in his letter to Philip Phelps on August 31, 1860. Ploeg claims that the use of hymns is contrary to the Dort Church Order which espouses psalm singing only.

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