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John H. Wright and Seth W. Banister letter to Simeon Colton, 1831 July 6

Wright, John H. (John Harvey)

John H. Wright and Seth W. Banister letter to Reverand S. Colton (Simeon Colton) in which Wright and Banister write on behalf of the D.L.V. Society of Amherst Academy and state that the society voted on June 2, 1831 to request that instructor Colton attend all future meetings of the society. Wright and Banister state that in compliance with this vote, they transmit to Colton a copy of their constitution and invite him to attend the society's meeting that evening. The constitution of the D.L.V. Society no longer accompanies the letter.

Simeon Colton letter to E.W. Storrs, 1831 January 20

Colton, Simeon, 1785-1868

A letter from Simeon Colton to E.W. Storrs in which Colton writes regarding the sale of liquor. Colton quotes a Massachusetts state law passed on February 12, 1819 regarding the penalties to any owner of an establishment licensed to sell alcohol who provides liquor or allows the stay of any minor. After quoting the act, Colton states that as the guardian of youth in an institution in Amherst, he feels obliged to give formal notice that he will prosecute should any violation of the law involving elements of the Academy (Amherst Academy) come to his attention. A note at the top of the page written in Colton's hand reads, "Copy of a letter sent to the Retailers in Amherst Jany 20, 1831."

Simeon Colton circular for Amherst Academy, 1832 June

Colton, Simeon, 1785-1868

A circular with content written by Simeon Colton in which he provides a statement on the situation of Amherst Academy, including the names of members of the board of trustees and details on the location, curriculum, facilities, books, schedule, and fees of the school. Colton also writes that he is taking this opportunity to make an appeal to any who may be willing to encourage the school. He concludes by stating that any who should wish to know more about the school are referred to the trustees of the school, the faculty of Amherst College, or any of a number of specifically named persons.