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Letter To Sophia Chase, Philander Chase Jan 1827

Letter To Sophia Chase, Philander Chase

Philander Chase Letters

Chase discusses his dinner with Judge Hemphill, who will go to England soon. He discusses donations and tells his wife he will leave for New York the next day.


Letter To Rachel Denison, Philander Chase Jan 1827

Letter To Rachel Denison, Philander Chase

Philander Chase Letters

Chase tells his sister of his successes in Philadelphia, about a group of women who are helping to raise funds by making socks, and about his continuing illness. He plans to go to New York when he is well.


Letter To Sophia Chase, Philander Chase Jan 1827

Letter To Sophia Chase, Philander Chase

Philander Chase Letters

Chase is still struggling with his ill health and intense feelings of homesickness. He is still planning to depart for New York and if he doesn't get well there, he will travel to Albany and Saratoga for their mineral waters.


Letter To Sophia Chase, Philander Chase Jan 1827

Letter To Sophia Chase, Philander Chase

Philander Chase Letters

Chase's leg and hip are still bothering him but he intends to carry on with his duties. He is about to travel to Germantown to preach and will likely go to New York the next week.


Letter To Sophia Chase, Philander Chase Jan 1827

Letter To Sophia Chase, Philander Chase

Philander Chase Letters

Chase tells his wife that he has ordained Mr. Mintzer, who will go to Ohio soon, and that he is slightly better but not entirely well. He mentions England's war with Spain and sends his best to his children.


Letter To Sophia Chase, Philander Chase Dec 1826

Letter To Sophia Chase, Philander Chase

Philander Chase Letters

Chase writes a confidential letter to his wife in which he describes his medical condition, which has worsened somewhat. Chase also discusses a prospective professor for the college whom he met in Philadelphia.


Letter To Philander Chase, Bishop W. Ward Dec 1826

Letter To Philander Chase, Bishop W. Ward

Philander Chase Letters

Bp. Ward assures Chase of his continuing support and admiration for his Ohio cause. He hopes that he can create a legacy similar to Chase's as he lays the foundation for a new college on the Isle of Man. Ward also provides Chase with a few general updates.


Letter To Intrepid Morse, Philander Chase Dec 1826

Letter To Intrepid Morse, Philander Chase

Philander Chase Letters

Chase congratulates Intrepid on his marriage to Rebecca and sends his blessings. He also updates Intrepid on his projects in Philadelphia and the lameness in his ankle that has kept him in the city for so long.


1827 Diary Of Alfred Blake, Alfred Blake Dec 1826

1827 Diary Of Alfred Blake, Alfred Blake

Alfred Blake Diaries

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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 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 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 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.