All Items 59 Collection 1 Archives & Special Collections 59 Contributor 20 Perkins, Justin, 1805-1869 57 Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 17 Nestorian Mission 17 Amherst College. Class of 1829. Perkins 14 American Mission Press (Iran) 9 Breath, Edward, 1808-1861 6 Labaree, Benjamin, 1834-1906 6 Perkins, Charlotte B., 1808-1897 5 Tyler, W. S. (William Seymour), 1810-1897 5 Rice, Mary Susan, 1821-1905 3 Wright, Austin Hazen, 1811-1865 3 Edwards, B. B. (Bela Bates), 1802-1852 2 Hitchcock, Orra White, 1796-1863 2 Holladay, Albert L., 1805-1856 2 Rhea, Samuel A. (Samuel Audley), 1827-1865 2 Shim'un XVII, Auraham, Patriarch of the Assyrian Church of the East, 1820-1861 2 Taliatine, M. D. 2 Yohannan, Mar, -1874 2 Abraham, Priest, -1871 1 Alla, Rajab 1 show more 15 show fewer Location 9 Iran 35 Urūmīyah 18 Middle East 2 Ararat, Mount (Turkey) 1 Azerbaijan (Iran) 1 Iraq 1 Massachusetts 1 Tabriz 1 Turkey 1 show more 4 show fewer Topic 20 Correspondence 57 Missionaries 21 Missions, American 17 Description and travel 15 Missions to Assyrian Church of the East members 12 Education 8 Geology 8 Travel 6 Death and burial 5 Assyrian Church of the East members 4 Health 4 Health and hygiene 3 Missions 3 Social conditions 3 Armenians 2 Children of missionaries 2 Christianity 2 Family 2 Grief 2 Politics and government 2 show more 15 show fewer Part Of 2 Justin Perkins (AC 1829) Papers 44 Edward and Orra White Hitchcock Papers 15 Genre 7 Correspondence 57 Drafts (documents) 2 Articles 1 Diaries 1 Envelopes 1 Letters of introduction 1 Programs 1 show more 2 show fewer Place of Creation 2 Urūmīyah (Iran) 59 Tabrīz (Iran) 1 Mary Susan Rice letter to Justin Perkins, 1860 October 1 Rice, Mary Susan, 1821-1905 M. S. Rice letter to Justin Perkins in which Rice writes about the spread of the news that they will return to Persia, mentioning Mr. Breath, Anna, Hormezd, and Judith. She discusses the loss of Mr. Thompson and grief of his widow. Rice says that at their Syriac Monthly Concert, Pera prayed for friends who had yet to hear. She also notes the deaths of several others: David in Malta, one of Deacon's sons, Martha's mother's widowed sister, and Yonan and his wife's son Justin and "their Ripka." She writes of visiting the graveyard in Ada. Rice addresses Charlotte Bass Perkins as "Dear sister," sharing what Hannah told her of Judith (Grant Perkins). She addresses Justin again, discussing the piety of Moressa of Superghan and her husband's drinking. She shares news of Priest Echoo's illness and remarks on Deacon Isaac preaching and teaching the women in Sabbath school. In closing, Rice asks them to make a farewell call to her mother. Mary Susan Rice letter to Justin Perkins, 1860 October 1 Justin Perkins letter to William Seymour Tyler, 1857 September 19 Perkins, Justin, 1805-1869 J. Perkins letter to William S. Tyler in which Perkins writes about the death of Stoddard from typhus fever. He responds to news from Tyler that he is again engaged in his work at the college (Amherst College). He asks Tyler to give his attention to preparing a memoir of Dr. Lobdell as Mr. Seelye has given the matter up. He also asks him to ride to Northampton and give his sympathy to Stoddard's friends and family there. Perkins remarks on letters by Tyler in the Congregationalist and responds to Tyler's hope about the result of the Presidential election. He says that to them there it seems the whole country (the United States) will soon be enslaved or the union will soon be severed. He also notes that the war between England and Persia does not greatly trouble the mission and provides updates on the mission and its schools. Justin Perkins letter to William Seymour Tyler, 1857 September 19 Justin Perkins, William Redfield Stocking, Austin Hazen Wright, and Joseph Gallup Cochran letter of introduction for Mar Yohannan, 1848 November 22 Perkins, Justin, 1805-1869 A letter of introduction for Mar Yohannan in which J. Perkins, Wm. R. Stocking, A.H. Wright, and J.G. Cochran commend him to the Christian kindness of missionary friends and others in India. Justin Perkins, William Redfield Stocking, Austin Hazen Wright, and Joseph Gallup Cochran letter of introduction for Mar Yohannan, 1848 November 22 Austin Hazen Wright letter to Justin Perkins, 1859 June 16 Wright, Austin Hazen, 1811-1865 A.H. Wright letter to Justin Perkins in which Wright provides the recent resolution of the mission that Deacon Isaac be given a "present" of money and they obtain a fund to be able to pay him a similar amount yearly so that he does not have to leave Oroomiah (Urmia) and return to the mountains due to debt. He writes about disagreements and discussion about the resolution, noting Mr. Cochran's and Mr. Breath's views. Wright remarks on the value of Deacon Isaac and on his future plans. He asks Perkins to share his response on the subject and goes on to discuss his own health and work on the proofs. He also writes about the young Prince's power, the famine, the sad state of Geog Tapa where there is strong feeling against John, and the travels of Mr. Ambrose. Austin Hazen Wright letter to Justin Perkins, 1859 June 16 John Hermas letter to Justin Perkins, 1839 July 1 Hermas, John John Hermas letter to Justin Perkins in which Hermas writes that he is glad of Perkins taking care of, teaching, and punishing him. He says "my dear father you know has given to you. Now I am your son." Hermas expresses his faith in God and his desire to be a good boy. He also asks for prayers and more money as what Perkins' gives him is too little for victuals and clothes. He mentions Priest Abraham. John Hermas letter to Justin Perkins, 1839 July 1 Benjamin Labaree letter to Justin Perkins, 1867 June 28 Labaree, Benjamin, 1834-1906 Benj Labaree letter to Justin Perkins in which Labaree responds to news of Perkins' journey and updates Perkins on business of the mission. He writes regarding the mission meetings over the estimates and the readjustment of their work. He provides details on the locations and responsibilities assigned to Cochran, Coan, Shedd, himself, and the Dr. He notes that he and the Dr. will now be responsible for the Armenian populations in various villages. He goes on to discuss the new English mission in Tabreez (Tabriz) for the "Mussulmans" (Muslims), Armenians, and Jews with missionaries Robert Bruce and John Tyler of the Church Missionary Society. He notes that the information on this mission comes from Deacon Syad. He writes about how many missionaries they should have in Tabreez, mentioning the Bible Society. Labaree also writes of private matters, including the selling of Perkins' house and article at Seir. He notes that they are thinking of opening a bookshop and discusses Miss Dean. Tears on this letter have been stitched together. Benjamin Labaree letter to Justin Perkins, 1867 June 28 Justin Perkins letter to Bela Bates Edwards, 1837 June 21 Perkins, Justin, 1805-1869 Justin Perkins letter to B.B. Edwards in which Perkins thanks Edwards for his letter and a Prospectus of the Repository. He explains his delay in responding as he had to go to Erzeroom (Erzurum) to assist Holladay and Stocking with languages. He answers Edwards' question about European travelers in these regions, writing about Monsieur Auchet Eloy (Aucher-Éloy), Mr. William Hamilton, and James Brant. He says that the English Embassy in Persia is doing little of a literary nature at present but mentions Mr. McNeill's past articles. Perkins also discusses the newspaper published by the Lithographic Press under the auspices of the king. He writes about Mt. Ararat and indications of former volcanic action in regions west and south of it. He also responds to Edwards' request for an article relative to the Nestorians. Justin Perkins letter to Bela Bates Edwards, 1837 June 21 Justin Perkins letter to Asa Bullard, 1837 July 20 Perkins, Justin, 1805-1869 J. Perkins letter or draft of a letter to Asa Bullard in which Perkins responds to a letter from Bullard and remarks on his recovered health. He assures Bullard that decisions regarding publication of letters he sends Bullard are entirely up to Bullard's judgement. He concludes by saying that on this sheet he sends Bullard a short account of their Sabbath School. Following the letter is the account in which describes the Sabbath School of the Nestorian Mission and mentions Dr. Grant and Mar Yohanna (also called Mar Yohannan). The account was published with some variations in the February 1838 issue of the Sabbath School Visiter. Justin Perkins letter to Asa Bullard, 1837 July 20 Justin Perkins letter to William Seymour Tyler, 1837 August 11 Perkins, Justin, 1805-1869 Justin Perkins letter to William S. Tyler in which Perkins congratulates Tyler on his return to Amherst and notes how dear Amherst and letters from officers and students of Amherst College are to him. He shares that their friends accomplished the journey through Kurdish country between Erzeroom (Erzurum) and Persia with his assistance. He remarks on past sicknesses and says that they hope they will suffer less sickness as they become more accustomed to the climate. Perkins goes on to provide updates on the state of the mission and its boarding school, and he writes about the "mohammedans" (Muslims) of Persia as a missionary field, mentioning Br. Merrick. In postscripts, he mentions the Prof. and Mrs. H., South parish, Mr. Southgate, and the Sabbath School. Justin Perkins letter to William Seymour Tyler, 1837 August 11 Thomas L. Van Norden letter to Justin Perkins, 1869 June 29 Van Norden, Thomas L. Thomas L. Van Norden letter to Justin Perkins in which Van Norden notes the receipt of Perkins' note of farewell through Brother Cochran. He writes about Perkins' many kindnesses to him. Thomas L. Van Norden letter to Justin Perkins, 1869 June 29 Justin Perkins letter to Bela Bates Edwards, 1837 February 8 Perkins, Justin, 1805-1869 Justin Perkins letter to B.B. Edwards in which Perkins writes regarding Edwards' remarks on the Researches of Messrs. Smith and Dwight in the January 1835 issue of the Biblical Repository and Quarterly Observer. He provides his positive opinions on the book, author, and its content. He relays a story in which an Armenian priest thought that the book must have been written by a native Armenian ecclesiastic due to its accuracy. He expresses his desire for the book to soon be presented to the attention of the American public through an able review in Edwards' periodical. Justin Perkins letter to Bela Bates Edwards, 1837 February 8 Benjamin Labaree letter to Justin Perkins, 1866 August 19 Labaree, Benjamin, 1834-1906 Benj Labaree letter to Justin Perkins in which Labaree reports on the health of Miss Rice and thanks Perkins for the particulars in regard to Mr. Thompson and the delegations. He mentions Deacon Ishak. He says he feels adrift about Nestorian affairs and provides his negative opinions about the Nestorian people. He discusses Mar Yohannan, Yonan, the Malek, and leadership in general amongst the Nestorians. Labaree says that his chief comfort is in President Johnson's sentiment, "that time is an important element in reform," and writes specifically about the people of Gavalan (Gavlan, Urmia). Baboona, Jaffar Koolif Agha, and Yahya Khan are also discussed. Benjamin Labaree letter to Justin Perkins, 1866 August 19 Alexander B. Ozoroff letter to Justin Perkins, 1858 March 12 Ozoroff, Alexander B. Alexander B. Ozoroff letter to Justin Perkins in which Ozoroff wishes Perkins a happy birthday and says he hopes Perkins will receive the cravat as a humble token of remembrance from him. Alexander B. Ozoroff letter to Justin Perkins, 1858 March 12 Samuel Audley Rhea letter to Justin Perkins, 1863 May 20 Rhea, Samuel A. (Samuel Audley), 1827-1865 Sam A. Rhea letter to Justin Perkins in which Rhea provides extracts from Deacon Joseph's letter regarding Meerza Nejef Ali, "the new Nestorian Agent in Salmas." He firstly explains Joseph's previous purchase of land in Salmas, subsequent building there to serve as a residence and school for Armenian girls, and Joseph and Khoshaba's purchase of a home and lot in Sawoora. He notes that all of these activities were approved by authorities. Rhea then includes the extracts which discuss the activities and character of the new Governor of the Armenians and the Nestorians. In the extracts, Joseph also says that the Governor ordered him not to reside in Salmas, build houses, or open schools. His response to the orders and subsequent interactions are described. Samuel Audley Rhea letter to Justin Perkins, 1863 May 20 Justin Perkins letter to Edward and Orra White Hitchcock, 1843 July 28 Perkins, Justin, 1805-1869 J. Perkins letter to Edward and Orra White Hitchcock in which Perkins shares thanks from him and Mrs. P. (Charlotte Bass Perkins) to the Hitchcocks and other friends in Amherst for the box and contributions therein. He says that the letter in the portion from the north part of their parish was mislaid and he cannot remember the name of the writer, so Perkins asks that the Hitchcocks send them a note. He writes about the clothing contributions and goes on to discuss their journey back to Persia and current situation. He mentions Miss Fisk (Fiske), notes mineral specimens he has picked up which he will forward, and remarks on the damage to Khoy from an earthquake. He also thanks them for the letter and copy of Hitchcock's Geology sent to the Prince. In a postscript he provides updates on the health of their little girl and mentions the bishop. Justin Perkins letter to Edward and Orra White Hitchcock, 1843 July 28 Mary Susan Rice letter to Charlotte Bass and Justin Perkins, 1859 June 4 Rice, Mary Susan, 1821-1905 M. S. Rice letter to Justin and Charlotte Bass Perkins in which Rice shares that they (at the Nestorian Mission) have prayed for Justin to recover from illness and be able to return. She remarks on the "season of refreshing at Seir," mentioning Danick and his wife and Hormezd's wife and daughter. Rice shares the plans of Sara, Oshana's wife; Hormezd of Aliawa; and Segu of Geog Tapa to go labor in Koordistan (Kurdistan). Rice writes about Guyly, Shlemon's sister; little Gozel; Martha, the daughter of Yakob; Dr. Jospeh's Sara; and the hours of signing in their school (the Nestorian Female Seminary). In closing, she thanks the Perkinses for visiting her father at his death bed. Mar Sergis, Rakhil, Priest Yohannan's daughter, and Henry (Perkins) are also mentioned in the letter. Mary Susan Rice letter to Charlotte Bass and Justin Perkins, 1859 June 4 Benjamin Labaree letter to Justin Perkins, April 17 Labaree, Benjamin, 1834-1906 Benj Labaree letter to Justin Perkins in which Labaree writes regarding Mr. Rhea's translation work and the possibility of him undertaking the preparation of the Scriptures in Turkish. He notes that Rhea is anxious to go to Tabriz and that he proposes Perkins go with him. Labaree agrees with this idea and suggests that a visit from Perkins would have a happy effect upon Mr. Abbott and make a favorable impression upon the provincial authorities. He says perhaps Perkins could make arrangements for his absence and mentions the ministers of the Rays of Light. Benjamin Labaree letter to Justin Perkins, April 17 Mesrob David Taliatine letter to Justin Perkins, 1837 October 31 Taliatine, M. D. M.D. Taliatine letter to Justin Perkins in which Taliatine says that having just arrived here, he is desirous of calling upon Perkins. Mesrob David Taliatine letter to Justin Perkins, 1837 October 31 Judith Grant Perkins letter to Justin Perkins, 1849 May 7 to 8 Perkins, Judith Grant, 1840-1852 Judith G. Perkins letter to her father Justin Perkins in which Judith writes regarding "two disturbances from the Kurds." She writes about the first case in which cattle were taken and then notes the second case in which they had attacked a mussulman (Muslim) man. She mentions Deacon Aslans. Judith goes on to write regarding the meeting Ma (Charlotte Bass Perkins) had with the women of Seir. She notes the illness of Ansop and the treatment Mr. Cochran gave her. She also remarks on the weather, sending Aunt Sarah a letter, and someone preparing his garden. In a postscript, C.B.P. (Charlotte) also briefly writes to Justin. Judith Grant Perkins letter to Justin Perkins, 1849 May 7 to 8 Priest Abraham and Justin Perkins letter to William Seymour Tyler, 1838 June 5 and 28 Abraham, Priest, -1871 Priest Abraham letter to William S. Tyler in which Abraham expresses his joy at receiving a letter from Tyler and his desire that they continue writing one another. He prays that God will grant Tyler and his companions assistance and strength. He assures Tyler that his people who are with them (the missionaries) are pure and intent on good. He remarks that it is a trying time for them due to oppression from the mussulmans (Muslims). Abraham writes about the religious beliefs of the Nestorians and asks Tyler to pray for them, writing of the oppressions they suffer. At a later date, Justin Perkins writes to Tyler regarding Priest Abraham's letter. He notes that the account of the oppressions they suffer is not exaggerated. Priest Abraham and Justin Perkins letter to William Seymour Tyler, 1838 June 5 and 28
