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The History Of The Connection And Disconnection Of The Rev.D. James Gallaher With The First Presbyterian Church Of St. Charles, Mo., George Champlin Sibley

George Champlin Sibley Papers

Transcript of a handwritten book.

This document, written by George C. Sibley in October 1840, provides a detailed account of the contentious relationship between the First Presbyterian Church of St. Charles, Missouri, and the Rev. James Gallaher. 

The Election and Call (1838)

On June 13, 1838, the church members unanimously elected Rev. James Gallaher as their pastor. A committee consisting of Robert Boal and George C. Sibley was appointed to prosecute the call and raise a salary subscription, which eventually totaled $684. Despite this unanimous invitation, Gallaher’s commitment remained vague; he visited briefly in July 1838 but did …

Letter From A.B. Chambers To George Sibley, September 25, 1839, A. B. Chambers

George Champlin Sibley Papers

Transcript of Letter from A.B. Chambers to George Sibley, September 25, 1839. Chambers discusses sending Sibley Colonel Benton's queries on Solomon Salt; asks for Sibley's opinion.

1839 To 1840 Missouri Internal Improvement Minutes, George Champlin Sibley

George Champlin Sibley Journals, Diaries, & Commonplace Papers

Transcript of 1839 to 1840 minutes of the Missouri Internal Improvement Proceedings from committee formed to organize the creation of railroads in Missouri.

Journal Of The Proceedings Of The "Board Of Internal Improvements" In The State Of Missouri, Missouri Board Of Internal Improvements

Regional Items

Meeting minutes for the Missouri Board of Internal Improvements.

Internal Improvements. An Act To Establish A General System Of Internal Improvements In The State Of Missouri, Missouri Board Of Internal Improvements

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Guidelines for the Missouri Board of Internal Improvements for developing infrastructure in the state.

Letter From Lilburn W. Boggs To George Sibley, March 26, 1839, Lilburn W. Boggs

George Champlin Sibley Papers

Transcript of Letter from Lilburn W. Boggs to George Sibley, March 26, 1839. Boggs discusses hiring an engineer for the Missouri Board of Internal Improvements.

Excerpt Of A Letter From Julia Strong To Her Aunt, March 20, 1839, Julia Strong

Related Papers from George and Mary Easton Sibley Contemporaries

Excerpt of a Letter From Julia Strong to Her Aunt, March 20, 1839. Strong describes Mary Sibley offering to let her and her husband run Lindenwood College.

Letter To Mary Sibley From Julia Strong, March 20, 1839, Julia Strong

Mary Easton Sibley Papers

Transcript of letter to Mary Sibley from Julia Strong, March 20, 1839. Julia addresses the letter to one other person, believed to be Elizabeth Ott (teacher at Lindenwood, and future sister-in-law to Mary). General topics are discussed, and how Mary in running Lindenwood College.

Letter From George Tompkins To George Sibley, February 21, 1839, George Tompkins

George Champlin Sibley Papers

Transcript of Letter from George Tompkins to George Sibley, February 21, 1839. Tompkins discusses politics at length.

Letter From Thomas Lindsay To George Sibley, December 4, 1838, Thomas Lindsay

George Champlin Sibley Papers

Primary Figures: Lindsay; Gamble; Barnes. 

Key Events: Formation of a missionary society and drafting of its constitution; the division of the Presbyterian Church in Missouri into "Old School" and "New School" factions; the rejection of certain commissioners' conduct; the alleged raising of independent funds to bypass the General Assembly. 

Date/Location: 1838; Missouri, specifically mentioning St. Louis, Jacksonville, and New Haven.

Archival Significance: Documentation of ecclesiastical schism within the Presbyterian Church in Missouri; criticism of "New School" theological seminaries and heretical books; details regarding the financial independence of local synods and the authority of the General Assembly.

Excerpt Of Letter From Mary Ann Garrett Stine To Her Grandfather, September 20, 1838, Mary Ann Garrett Stine

Related Papers from George and Mary Easton Sibley Contemporaries

Transcription Excerpt of Letter from Mary Ann Garrett Stine to Her Grandfather, September 20, 1838. Stine briefly describes Mary Sibley and Lindenwood College.

Excerpt Of Letter From Mary Ann Garrett Stine To Cousin, John Breidenhart, June 27, 1838, Mary Ann Garrett Stine

Related Papers from George and Mary Easton Sibley Contemporaries

Transcription Excerpt of letter from Mary Ann Garrett Stine to Cousin, John Breidenhart, June 27, 1838. Stine describe life at Lindenwood in 1838.

Letter From George Sibley To Hiram Chamberlain, June 1, 1838, George Champlin Sibley

George Champlin Sibley Papers

Transcript of Letter from George Sibley to Hiram Chamberlain, June 1, 1838. Sibley's rebuttal of Hiram Chamberlain's accusations against him.

Excerpt Of Letter From A.B. Potts To Her Sister, May 6, 1838, A. B. Potts

Related Papers from George and Mary Easton Sibley Contemporaries

Transcription Excerpt of letter from A.B. Potts to Her Sister, May 6, 1838. Potts describes an expected visit from Mary Sibley, as well as an opinion of her.

Letter To Thomas Lindsay From Mary Sibley, April 23, 1838, Mary Easton Sibley

Mary Easton Sibley Papers

Transcript of Letter to Thomas Lindsay from Mary Sibley, April 23, 1838. Hiram Chamberlain and the St. Charles Presbyterian Church.

Receipt From Brant & Robbins To George Sibley, April 21, 1838, Brant & Robbins

George Champlin Sibley Papers

• Primary Figures: Geo. C. Sibley acts as the financial agent for the Presbyterian Church of St. Charles in a transaction with the firm Brant & Robbins. 

• Key Events: Brant & Robbins provided painting and glazing services for the church pulpit, windows, stairways, and furniture; Sibley settled the account through payments made on March 8, 1838, and April 21, 1838. 

• Date/Location: The documented financial activities took place in St. Charles between March 8, 1838, and April 21, 1838. 

• Archival Significance: This financial record itemizes specific renovation costs totaling $44.00, including $16.00 for painting the pulpit, $14.00 for a circular sash, and …

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Letter From George Sibley To Foushe & Long, March 19, 1838, George Champlin Sibley

George Champlin Sibley Papers

• Primary Figures: G. C. Sibley requests arbitration from Messrs Foushe & Long regarding a financial settlement with Mr. Taggart, who previously worked under the direction of Mr. Cummins. 

• Key Events: The correspondence concerns a dispute over wages for work performed on the Church after September 16, where Sibley acts as an agent seeking a decision on reasonable compensation. 

• Date/Location: The document is dated March 19, 1848. 

• Archival Significance: Financial records detail a contested wage increase from $1.75 per day to $2.00 per day, with Sibley expressing a desire to settle the matter fairly and honorably.

Letter From George Sibley To M. Cummins, March 12, 1838, George Champlin Sibley

George Champlin Sibley Papers

• Primary Figures: G. C. Sibley corresponds with M. Cummins regarding the financial accounts of Mr. Taggart. 

• Key Events: Sibley requests the return of loaned papers relating to an account; he seeks to settle financial matters with Taggart; he demands confirmation of a daily wage rate for church work. 

• Date/Location: The document is dated March 12, 1838. 

• Archival Significance: The text documents historical labor costs, specifically citing a verbal agreement of $1.75 per day for construction or labor referred to as "Church work".

Letter From Archibald Gamble To George Sibley, March 12, 1838, Archibald Gamble

George Champlin Sibley Papers

Transcript of Letter from Archibald Gamble to brother-in-law, George Sibley, March 12, 1838. Gamble discusses the profession of religious faith from children; religious revivals around the United States.

Letter From Julia Strong To Her Aunt, February 15, 1838, Julia Strong

Related Papers from George and Mary Easton Sibley Contemporaries

Transcript of Letter from Julia Strong to Her Aunt, February 15, 1838. Julia Strong was one of the first teachers at Lindenwood College.

Letter From Edwin M. Ryland To George Sibley, January 15, 1838, Edwin M. Ryland

George Champlin Sibley Papers

Transcript of Letter from Edwin M. Ryland to George Sibley, January 15, 1838. Ryland says that he has named his son after Sibley; asks the Sibleys to come and visit; discusses the growth of the area around Lexington, Missouri.

Excerpts Of A Letter From Mary Ann Garret Stine To Her Cousin, Circa 1838, Mary Ann Garrett Stine

Related Papers from George and Mary Easton Sibley Contemporaries

Excerpts of a Letter from Mary Ann Garret Stine to Her Cousin, circa 1838. Stine discusses Mary Sibley and Lindenwood College.

Excerpts Of A Letter From Mary Ann Garrett Stine To Her Father, Circa 1838, Mary Ann Garrett Stine

Related Papers from George and Mary Easton Sibley Contemporaries

Transcription of Excerpts of a Letter from Mary Ann Garrett Stine to Her Father, circa 1838. Stine describes Mary Easton Sibley and Lindenwood College.

Letter From George Sibley To Thomas Lindsay, November 25, 1837, George Champlin Sibley

George Champlin Sibley Papers

Transcript of Letter from George Sibley to Thomas Lindsay, November 25, 1837. Sibley discusses Hiram Chamberlain's claims that the black members of the St. Charles Presbyterian church were used to vote him out. Asks for proof to dispute this.

Letter From George Sibley To Thomas Lindsay, November 6, 1837, George Champlin Sibley

George Champlin Sibley Papers

Transcript of Letter from George Sibley to Thomas Lindsay, November 6, 1837. Sibley discusses being anxious to keep Reverend Campbell as pastor of their church.

Letter To Mary Sibley From Joseph Easton, October 6, 1837, Joseph George Easton

Mary Easton Sibley Papers

Transcript of letter to Mary Sibley from Joseph Easton, October 6, 1837. Joseph was the brother of Mary. Letter discusses mutual acquaintances and general topics.

Letter From B.F. Wardlaw To George Sibley, September 14, 1837, B. F. Wardlaw

George Champlin Sibley Papers

• Primary Figures: B.F. Wardlaw corresponds with Major Sibley regarding the administration of the estate of the deceased Miss Fulton. 

• Date: The correspondence is dated September 14, 1837. 

• Key Events: Wardlaw protests a request to pay a fifty dollar balance standing on a subscription paper against the Fulton estate, noting that a court judgment on the matter had not yet occurred. 

• Archival Significance: The author argues that the Church failed to conduct temporal matters according to the Article of Agreement, asserting that this breach releases the estate from further pecuniary liability.

Letter From George Sibley To Thomas Lindsay, August 20, 1837, George Champlin Sibley

George Champlin Sibley Papers

Transcript of Letter from George Sibley to Thomas Lindsay, August 20, 1837. Sibley discusses he possibility of a Reverend Campbell becoming pastor of their church.

Letter From George Sibley To Thomas Lindsay, July 28, 1837, George Champlin Sibley

George Champlin Sibley Papers

Transcript of Letter from George Sibley to Thomas Lindsay, July 28, 1837. Sibley discusses the collection of money for building the local Presbyterian church.

Major Sibley's Church History Cross-Examined And Put To The Test Of Record, July 1837, Hiram Chamberlain

George Champlin Sibley Papers

Major Sibley's Church History Cross-Examined and Put to the Test of Record