All Items 225 Collection 1 Archives & Special Collections 225 Contributor 11 Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 217 Hitchcock, Orra White, 1796-1863 8 Jesus Christ 8 American Academy of Arts and Sciences 1 Amherst College 1 Billings, Emilia Hitchcock, 1789-1854 1 Crawford, Robert, 1804-1896 1 General Association of Connecticut 1 Hitchcock, Mary, 1824-1899 1 Nason, Henry B., (Henry Bradford), 1831-1895 1 Noah, (Biblical figure) 1 show more 6 show fewer Location 9 Massachusetts 197 New England 3 Connecticut River Valley 1 Conway (Mass.) 1 Europe 1 Hoosac Tunnel (Mass.) 1 Jerusalem 1 Pioneer Valley 1 United States 1 show more 4 show fewer Topic 20 Sermons 183 Sermons, American 174 Christianity 94 Religious aspects 40 God (Christianity) 20 Geological surveys 18 Salvation 16 Finance, Personal 13 Notebooks, sketchbooks, etc. 13 Sin 13 Costs 12 Archives 11 Outlines, syllabi, etc. 10 Pictorial works 10 Geology 8 Lord's Supper 6 Mercy 6 Prayer 6 Repentance 6 Fieldwork 5 show more 15 show fewer Part Of 1 Edward and Orra White Hitchcock Papers 225 Genre 20 Sermons 183 Notes 16 Accounts 10 Outlines (documents) 8 Botanical illustrations 7 Field notes 7 Notebooks 6 Diaries 5 Paintings 4 Watercolors 4 Account books 3 Drawings (visual works) 3 Catalogs (documents) 2 Drafts (documents) 2 Extracts 2 Lecture notes 2 Clippings 1 Ink washes 1 Lists (document genres) 1 Manuscripts for publication 1 show more 15 show fewer Place of Creation 1 Massachusetts 225 Edward Hitchcock "Supplement to the Ichnology of New England," 1862 December 9 Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 A paper by Edward Hitchcock read before the American Academy of Arts and Sciences intended as a supplement to his "Ichnology of New England." The paper discusses issues related to the identification of fossil footprints and refers to the species with identifications that may be unreliable and that are doubtful, as well as new species which Hitchcock believes should be added. Hitchcock also raises questions about insect tracks and addresses questions about the number of phalanges in the fossil footprints discussed and whether the animals that created the tracks were birds. Edward Hitchcock "Supplement to the Ichnology of New England," 1862 December 9 Amherst College in 1821: South College Hitchcock, Mary, 1824-1899 A drawing of Amherst College's South College by Mary Hitchcock, possibly pencil and featuring some ink wash, depicting South College, the old church, and horse sheds, with two trees in the center of the image and fenced fields. Caption is in Edward Hitchcock, Jr.'s hand. The sketch is housed in a mat for conservation. Amherst College in 1821: South College Specimens collected and taken, 1839 July Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 A notebook containing a list by Edward Hitchcock of geological specimens collected and taken in July 1839 for his geological survey of Massachusetts. Ninety-one specimens are listed, with numbering beginning at 609 and ending at 700. Most have a brief description of the specimen as well as the location where it was collected. There are two pencil drawings towards the end of the notebook. Specimens collected and taken, 1839 July Catalogue of mineral specimens, as finally arranged in the government collection, 1840 February Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 A notebook containing catalog lists by Edward Hitchcock. The first list, "Catalogue of Mineral Specimens as finally arranged in the Government Collection February 1840" lists numbered mineral specimens and the location where they were found. These specimens were collected for his geological survey of Massachusetts. Numbering begins at 1551 and ends at 2510. A second list titled "Catalogue of Specimens for the Government put up in Bottles" begins on the thirty-sixth page and lists the specimen type and the location where it was found. Numbering begins at 1 and ends at 227. The final page includes an additional list of nine specimens numbered 601 to 609, but it is unclear what this list is for. Catalogue of mineral specimens, as finally arranged in the government collection, 1840 February Edward Hitchcock geological survey notebook, 1830 October 1 to 1831 October 28 Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 A notebook kept by Edward Hitchcock during a portion of his geological survey of Massachusetts from October 1830 to October 1831. The notebook contains observations about the geology in various locations throughout the state with information about terrain and rock types. Notes about Hitchcock's travel are included, as are drawings complementing the notes about the geology. Specimens collected by himself and others are mentioned, and notes about texts related to geology are included. Edward Hitchcock geological survey notebook, 1830 October 1 to 1831 October 28 A sister's death-bed Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 A newspaper clipping from an unidentified newspaper containing a brief article by Edward Hitchcock about his experience at the deathbed of his sister, Emelia Billings, wife of Henry P. Billings, on August 22, 1854. A sister's death-bed Geology of the Hoosac Mountain: testimony of President Edward Hitchcock, before the legislative committee Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 A report by Edward Hitchcock given before the Legislative Committee of Massachusetts on the topic of Hoosac Mountain. Hitchcock describes its geology specifically as it relates to the intended path of the Hoosac Tunnel. He describes the types of rock contained in the mountain, and what he believes can be expected when excavating the mountain. The final two pages of the document were not composed by Hitchcock and instead discuss the logistics and expenses of excavating the tunnel. Geology of the Hoosac Mountain: testimony of President Edward Hitchcock, before the legislative committee Synopsis of the ichnology of New England to the year 1858 Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 A document by Edward Hitchcock outlining information about what Hitchcock calls lithichnozoa, meaning the fossil animals which left their footprints in the sandstone of the Connecticut River Valley. Hitchcock lists what he considers proof that these tracks come from the lower part of the Jurassic, the types of rock that contain these tracks, other trace fossils found with the tracks, and he includes an outline of the groups and genera to which the lithicnozoa belong. Also included are notes about the Ichnological Cabinet, housed within the Appleton Cabinet, then at Amherst College and notes to himself to discuss coal beds in Texas and to read a letter from Dr. Francis Moore. Synopsis of the ichnology of New England to the year 1858 Edward Hitchcock unnumbered sermon on regeneration Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 A second copy of a sermon by Edward Hitchcock on the topic of regeneration and what it means to become a become a "new creature" in Christ. 2 Corinthians 5:17 is quoted. Hitchcock strives to show that people must become new creatures in order to be "in Christ" and details the way this is proved in scripture and through the natural depravity of mankind. He then goes on to explain the ways in which mankind does and does not change when becoming new. He claims that while a man remains the same in many ways after regeneration, he becomes different through having a new God, a new Savior, new hopes and fears, and having a new rule of life (meaning he is led by the will of God rather than self-interest). Edward Hitchcock unnumbered sermon on regeneration Edward Hitchcock incomplete sermon on the state of his church Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 An incomplete sermon by Edward Hitchcock commenting upon the state of the religious community around him. Hitchcock claims that while he trusts God will bless and increase his church throughout the world, what he sees in his own heart and what he sees in his community is discouraging. However, he finishes by saying that when he sees all of his community discouraged as well he will begin to hope for improvement. Edward Hitchcock incomplete sermon on the state of his church Text book for sermons Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 A booklet by Edward Hitchcock containing Bible verses and subjects intended for expansion into full sermons. Text book for sermons Religious anniversaries in N. York in May 1846 Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Notes by Edward Hitchcock possibly intended for a sermon discussing religious anniversaries held in New York in May 1846. Hitchcock discusses the benevolent and religious societies holding anniversary week meetings in New York, the types of speakers and topics covered at these anniversary meetings, and ends with a list of effects of these anniversary meetings, such as leading to Christians laboring harder and with more zeal to promote their religion. Religious anniversaries in N. York in May 1846 Edward Hitchcock installation sermon for [Robert] Crawford, 1858 January 13 Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 A sermon by Edward Hitchcock prepared for the installation of Rev. Mr. [Robert] Crawford at the parish in Deerfield. Hitchcock discusses the state the congregation has been in up to this point, with no specific leader, and emphasizes that while it will be good to have a minister again they should not slack in their own religious efforts. Hitchcock notes that while dying men sometimes find religion upon their deathbed, none renounce it, and points to this as proof of its truth and importance. He therefore encourages the people to do all they can for Christ. Edward Hitchcock installation sermon for [Robert] Crawford, 1858 January 13 Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1824 January 1 Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock for a New Year's Day sermon asking his congregation to reflect upon their past conduct, thoughts, and feelings. Hitchcock has written "Preparatory lecture" in the top left corner of the document. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1824 January 1 Edward Hitchcock unnumbered sermon, "Regeneration," 1820 February 1 Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 A sermon by Edward Hitchcock on the topic of regeneration and what it means to become a become a "new creature" in Christ. 2 Corinthians 5:17 is quoted. Hitchcock strives to show that people must become new creatures in order to be "in Christ" and details the way this is proved in scripture and through the natural depravity of mankind. He then goes on to explain the ways in which mankind does and does not change when becoming new. He claims that while a man remains the same in many ways after regeneration, he becomes different through having a new God, a new Savior, new hopes and fears, and having a new rule of life (meaning he is led by the will of God rather than self-interest). Hitchcock has noted the dates and locations where he delivered this sermon on the inside cover. Edward Hitchcock unnumbered sermon, "Regeneration," 1820 February 1 Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1835 July Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock quoting Exodus 17:7 and commenting on the idea of God's presence, claiming that he is always virtually present but is specially present in times of trial and revival. Hitchcock also discusses the duties of Christians regarding God's presence. On the final page, Hitchcock has noted that he preached this sermon at the "Female Seminary" [Mt. Holyoke] in July 1835. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1835 July Edward Hitchcock sermon notes Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock discussing Ezekiel 38:7, applying the verse to the concept of preparing for communion and for a revival of religion. Hitchcock asks whether his hearers will do what is necessary to be prepared. On the verse are some red and green marks. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes Edward Hitchcock ordination and installation sermon, 1843 March 1 Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 A sermon by Edward Hitchcock delivered at the ordination of several different ministers throughout Western Massachusetts. Hitchcock has written the information about whose ordinations this sermon was delivered at and the dates of delivery, between 1843 and 1860, on a sheet of paper attached to the front cover and on an internal page. The main subject of the sermon is the idea that a minister's primary object in taking on the role of pastor is the eternal salvation of all of his hearers. Hitchcock then discusses what a minister must do to strive towards this goal, including the preaching of the Gospel, pastoral visitation and unrelenting evangelization, a dedication to earnest prayer, and being an example to his congregation by living a holy life. Different additions throughout the sermons include portions meant for the ordination or installation of one particular individual. Edward Hitchcock ordination and installation sermon, 1843 March 1 Edward Hitchcock unnumbered sermon Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 An undated occasional sermon by Edward Hitchcock discussing the Fourth of July Fair. Hitchcock mostly engages in wordplay with the word "fair" throughout, using it to refer to the festival, women, the weather, and the concept of fairness. Hitchcock comments that John Bull (the personification of the United Kingdom) telling Americans to pay his price for tea lead to eight years of war but at a fair Americans cheerfully comply with the tea prices, and jokes that if the British had sent their women to America to run fairs instead of sending soldiers to fight the country would have been conquered. The rest of the sermon is written in a similarly facetious manner, with no particular point beyond the fair being an excellent event. Edward Hitchcock unnumbered sermon Edward Hitchcock sermon notes Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock containing notes for four sermons. The first remarks on why mankind should be thankful to God and how that thankfulness should be demonstrated. The second quotes Acts 16:30 and comments on what one must do to achieve salvation. The third quotes Titus 3:5 and comments on why Christian regeneration is necessary. The fourth lists the ten commandments and claims mankind is guilty of violating them all. Edward Hitchcock sermon notes
