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Edward Hitchcock and Orra White Hitchcock letter to the Hitchcock children, 1847 April 1

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

A letter from Edward and Orra White Hitchcock to their children, addressed to their daughter Mary Hitchcock. Edward Hitchcock has written the letter and has signed it for himself and Orra White. The letter explains their plans to leave New York for Philadelphia on their way to Richmond, Virginia, describes the weather in New York during their stay, and asks Edward Hitchcock, Jr. to pass along information about his medical treatment to the doctor in Amherst.

Edward Hitchcock and Orra White Hitchcock letter to the Hitchcock children, 1847 April 1
Edward Hitchcock letter to the Hitchcock children, 1850 August 12

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

A letter from Edward Hitchcock to his children in which Hitchcock writes about his and Orra White Hitchcock's trip from Scotland back to London. He describes Edinburgh and the countryside between the two cities in detail, and explains their plans to travel on the continent and when they may start their journey home. He also describes several scholars he has met and writes that he is weary of traveling and wishes his children could switch places with him. On the final page he writes a poem about being separated from loved ones.

Edward Hitchcock letter to the Hitchcock children, 1850 August 12
Orra White Hitchcock letter to the Hitchcock children, 1850 August 12

Hitchcock, Orra White, 1796-1863

A letter from Orra White Hitchcock to her children in which she writes about how she imagines the Amherst College commencement went and that she longs to hear more about it. She admits that she has not ventured onto the streets of London much in the past few days and expects that her children would take greater advantage of the experience of travel and she hopes that someday they will have the opportunity, at an age when they are not "so nearly worn out" as she and their father are. She describes her experience at the meeting of the British Association for the Advancement of Science in Edinburgh, which she enjoyed more than she expected, and notes that she attended all of the public meetings and heard many of the papers. She comments on the notable scientists she saw much of at the meeting, including David Brewster, Sir Roderick Murchison, Professor [Robert] Jameson, and Dr. [Gideon] Mantell. Orra also inquires about things at home and remarks that both she and Edward are cheered by the prospect of returning home, although they dread the voyage across the ocean and "try to feel that the same Almighty power is able to carry" them back safely.

Orra White Hitchcock letter to the Hitchcock children, 1850 August 12
Orra White Hitchcock and Emily Hitchcock letter to Edward Hitchcock, Jr., 1853 February 13

Hitchcock, Orra White, 1796-1863

A letter to Edward Hitchcock, Jr. in Boston from Orra White Hitchcock and Emily Hitchcock [Terry]. Orra writes about Edward's approaching return home, and suggests that he should make arrangements with his sister Jane to bring her home at the same time as well. She reports that "the revival in North Amherst" is of unprecedented strength. She also asks Edward to inquire about getting a picture frame, and tells him to invite the Hales [with whom Edward was staying] to visit. Emily Hitchcock adds a brief note requesting songs from a book called "Gems from the German" and suggest that Edward read an article in the February issue of Putnam's Monthly.

Orra White Hitchcock and Emily Hitchcock letter to Edward Hitchcock, Jr., 1853 February 13
Orra White Hitchcock letter to the Hitchcock children, 1850 August 23

Hitchcock, Orra White, 1796-1863

A letter from Orra White Hitchcock to her children, addressed to Edward Hitchcock, Jr. She writes about the many "inconveniences and perplexities" they have experienced as a result of not knowing the languages spoken in the countries they have traveled through. She goes on to describe her and Edward Hitchcock's journey across the English Channel, through France and Belgium and into Germany. Although noting the "continual trouble & vexation & imposition & extortion" they have encountered, Orra acknowledges that the countries they have traveled through have "in general been truly delightful." She goes on to describe the cathedrals and convents they visited, and remarks on the beauty of the scenery on the Rhine. She ends with birthday wishes for her son Charlie.

Orra White Hitchcock letter to the Hitchcock children, 1850 August 23
Edward Hitchcock and Orra White Hitchcock letter to the Hitchcock children, 1843 August 22

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

A letter from Edward and Orra White Hitchcock to their children (except for Jane, who traveled with them until Charlemont), addressed to their son Edward Hitchcock, Jr. Edward Hitchcock has written the letter and has signed it for himself and Orra White. The letter informs their children of their travels from Amherst, Massachusetts to Saratoga Springs, New York, commenting on their time in the Massachusetts towns of Charlemont, Zoar, and Florida, and describing their time in Saratoga Springs thus far.

Edward Hitchcock and Orra White Hitchcock letter to the Hitchcock children, 1843 August 22
Edward Hitchcock and Orra White Hitchcock letter to the Hitchcock children, 1848 August 18

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

A letter from Edward and Orra White Hitchcock to their children, addressed to their daughter Mary Hitchcock. Edward Hitchcock writes of their experiences in Maine, both in Wells Beach and in Newburyport. He complains of the cold weather noting that he has "put on all the winter clothes" he brought along but still cannot get warm. He requests they send copies of pamphlets relating to the new cabinet and observatory of Amherst College, both to him and some other people mentioned. Orra writes that she is glad of cooler weather and describes an excursion to Plum Island and "the greatest frolic you could imagine" in the water. She also mentions her wish to collect some seaweed specimens to bring home.

Edward Hitchcock and Orra White Hitchcock letter to the Hitchcock children, 1848 August 18
Emily Jessup letter to three Hitchcock sisters, 1863 June 4

Jessup, Emily, 1824-1893

A letter of condolence from Emily Jessup to three of Edward and Orra White Hitchcock's daughters upon the death of their mother. Jessup comments on the kindness Edward and Orra White Hitchcock showed to her, comments on her own health and on how some mutual friends are faring, and inquires after Edward Hitchcock's health.

Emily Jessup letter to three Hitchcock sisters, 1863 June 4
Orra White Hitchcock letter to Edward Hitchcock, Jr., 1855 December 11

Hitchcock, Orra White, 1796-1863

A letter to Edward Hitchcock, Jr. in which Orra White Hitchcock writes primarily about sending her daughter Emily Hitchcock [later Terry] to stay with Edward and his wife Mary during part of the winter vacation. She also expresses the wish she and her husband Edward have that Emily attend to her studies, particularly those that will "prepare her to enter the Seminary at S. Hadley" [Mount Holyoke Female Seminary].

Orra White Hitchcock letter to Edward Hitchcock, Jr., 1855 December 11
Orra White Hitchcock letter to the Hitchcock children, 1850 September 18

Hitchcock, Orra White, 1796-1863

A letter from Orra White Hitchcock to her children in which she explains how tired she has become of travel and sightseeing although she remarks on the splendor of Mont Blanc. She briefly mentions some of the other sights she and Edward Hitchcock have visited in Paris and their plans to visit more. She writes of her longing to reach home and dread of the return trip by boat.

Orra White Hitchcock letter to the Hitchcock children, 1850 September 18
Emily Hitchcock Terry, seated and reading

McClellan, Katherine Elizabeth

A portrait of Emily Hitchcock Terry as an older woman, seated and reading, taken by Katherine Elizabeth McClellan. Emily wears glasses and a broach.

Emily Hitchcock Terry, seated and reading
Simeon Gilbert letter to Emily Hitchcock Terry, 1910 September 11

Gilbert, Simeon, 1834-1917

A letter to Emily Hitchcock Terry in which Simeon Gilbert writes about Emily's father, Edward Hitchcock. Gilbert describes Edward Hitchcock in a very positive light, calling him "one of the foremost geologists of his day" and credits him with causing "the whole Valley of the Connecticut River to occupy a new place in the geological history of the world." Simeon goes on to wish Emily well in her later years.

Simeon Gilbert letter to Emily Hitchcock Terry, 1910 September 11
Emily Hitchcock letter to Mary Hitchcock

Terry, Emily Hitchcock, 1838-1921

An undated letter to Mary Hitchcock (Edward Hitchcock's daughter) in which her sister Emily Hitchcock (later Emily Hitchcock Terry) writes a few lines about being on vacation from school, about visitors the family has recently had, and about her brother Edward being sick. Emily also inquires into how Mary is doing in Boston.

Emily Hitchcock letter to Mary Hitchcock
William Hayes Ward letter to Emily Hitchcock Terry, 1910 September 27

Ward, William Hayes, 1835-1916

A letter to Emily Hitchcock Terry in which William Hayes Ward writes about Emily's father, Edward Hitchcock. Ward notes how much he enjoyed talks that Hitchcock gave in his parlor on Sundays when he was president of Amherst College, and Ward was a student at Amherst. Ward also notes that a Mary Dickinson has had surgery, and about how busy he is managing Hamilton Holt's department at the newspaper, "The Independent" while Holt is away. The letter is written on the stationary of the newspaper.

William Hayes Ward letter to Emily Hitchcock Terry, 1910 September 27
Emily Hitchcock composition

Terry, Emily Hitchcock, 1838-1921

A story written by Emily Hitchcock (Edward Hitchcock's daughter, later Emily Hitchcock Terry) as a "composition" assignment about a woman being reunited on New Year's Day with her long-lost husband who had been thought drowned in a shipwreck. A pencil note by Emily written at the top of the document reads, "I have not yet to write another 'Composition' this term."

Emily Hitchcock composition
Exterior view of Edward Hitchcock's birthplace

Terry, Emily Hitchcock, 1838-1921

A postcard bearing a photograph of the house in Deerfield, Massachusetts, where Edward Hitchcock was born. Annotated on the back is "The house in Deerfield where father was born. E.H. Terry" by Emily Hitchcock Terry.

Exterior view of Edward Hitchcock's birthplace
Edward Hitchcock receipt of payment to S. P. Oakes, 1854 October 24

Ipswich Female Seminary. (Ipswich, Mass.)

A receipt of payment from S. P. Oakes to Edward Hitchcock for Emily Hitchcock's board and fuel at Ipswich Female Seminary. Edward Hitchcock has written "Mr. Oakes Board" on the verso.

Edward Hitchcock receipt of payment to S. P. Oakes, 1854 October 24
Edward Hitchcock receipt of payment to John Phelps Cowles, 1854

Ipswich Female Seminary. (Ipswich, Mass.)

A receipt of payment from John Phelps Cowles to Edward Hitchcock for expenses for Emily Hitchcock's education at Ipswich Female Seminary. Edward Hitchcock has written "Mr. Cowles Bill Paid July 24th-1854" on the verso.

Edward Hitchcock receipt of payment to John Phelps Cowles, 1854
Edward Hitchcock receipt of payment to Mary D. Adams, 1851 July 28

Adams, Mary D.

A receipt of payment from Mary D. Adams to Edward Hitchcock for tuition for Emily Hitchcock. Edward Hitchcock has written "Mrs. Adams 1851" on the verso.

Edward Hitchcock receipt of payment to Mary D. Adams, 1851 July 28
Edward Hitchcock receipt of payment to Jesse Reed Davenport, 1854 February 28

Davenport, Jesse Reed, 1826-1898

A receipt of payment from Jesse Reed Davenport to Edward Hitchcock for Emily Hitchcock's tuition to study languages at Amherst Academy. "Miss Hitchcock" has been written on the verso. Edward Hitchcock has also written "Academy 1854" on the verso.

Edward Hitchcock receipt of payment to Jesse Reed Davenport, 1854 February 28