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Keith Edward Abbott letter to Justin Perkins, 1863 February 7

Abbott, Keith Edward

Keith Edward Abbott letter presumably to Justin Perkins in which Abbott responds to Perkins' letter saying that they may not see Perkins as they had expected. Abbott expresses hopes that they will see him before they depart for England. He also responds to a second letter and a present from Perkins to Abbott and his wife. Abbott passes on thanks for Mr. Rhea, remarks on Mr. Cochran not receiving money from the governor, says that Reverend Alison (Charles Alison) is on leave in England and E.B. Eastwick is in his place, provides Eastwick's address, and sends his regards to several missionaries. He also writes regarding the weather and a journal with an article by Perkins. In a note, he writes that Dr. Cormick lost his eldest child Emily.

Keith Edward Abbott letter to Justin Perkins, 1863 February 7
Keith Edward Abbott letter to Justin Perkins, 1846 June 27

Abbott, Keith Edward

Keith Edward Abbott letter to Justin Perkins in which Abbott thanks Perkins, Mr. Breath, and Dr. Wright for their letters, remarks on Lutf Aly, and discusses the situation with Daoud Khan and the Nestorians, mentioning Yahia Khan, Col. Sheil (Justin Sheil), the Prince, and Yaya Khan. Abbott also shares his thoughts that there may not be a war "about the Oregon," but both sides are preparing for it.

Keith Edward Abbott letter to Justin Perkins, 1846 June 27
Keith Edward Abbott letter to Justin Perkins, 1837 October 9

Abbott, Keith Edward

Keith Edward Abbott letter to Justin Perkins in which Abbott writes that he was unable to reply to Perkins via Dr. Riach's messenger, so he will now reply by Major Woodfall who is going off immediately. He responds to what Perkins said about the drafts, mentioning Mr. Nisbet. He goes on to comment on a letter from Edward Zohrab to Perkins that was mislaid, and Abbott expresses his hopes that he will be able to visit Perkins in Oroomia (Urmia) soon.

Keith Edward Abbott letter to Justin Perkins, 1837 October 9
Rufus Anderson letter to Justin Perkins, 1842 January 13

Anderson, Rufus, 1796-1880

R. (Rufus) Anderson letter to Justin Perkins in which Anderson writes that they were glad to hear of Perkins arrival to his native land (the United States). He says that they will need Perkins at the meeting in New York next week. Anderson also sends regards to Mar Yohannan and Mrs. Perkins (Charlotte Bass Perkins).

Rufus Anderson letter to Justin Perkins, 1842 January 13
Junior Missionary Society letter to Justin Perkins, 1842 April 20

Fourth Presbyterian Church (Bethesda, Md.). Junior Missionary Society

A letter from John H. Bartlett, Lewis Clephane, Sam S. Anderson, and David Walker, writing on behalf of the Junior Missionary Society of the Fourth Presbyterian Church, to Justin Perkins. They state that is the Society's intention to hereafter send all funds that they collect to the Nestorian Station (the Nestorian Mission), and they ask Perkins to send the Society letters in the future. They hope that God will permit Perkins and Mar Yohannan to return to their field of labors.

Junior Missionary Society letter to Justin Perkins, 1842 April 20
Keith Edward Abbott letter to Justin Perkins, 1864

Abbott, Keith Edward

Keith Edward Abbott letter presumably to Justin Perkins in which Abbott explains his delay in attending to his friends, noting that he has had an illness since his arrival. He discusses having to leave some of his and his wife's children in England. He goes on to write of the suffering of the Nestorians and of many in Persia, mentioning tyranny. Abbott notes the death of a friend of Perkins and shares other news he has received. He also discusses an incident in which people were captured and carried off into slavery, mentioning the Shah.

Keith Edward Abbott letter to Justin Perkins, 1864
Keith Edward Abbott letter to Justin Perkins, 1862 December 5

Abbott, Keith Edward

Keith Edward Abbott letter presumably to Justin Perkins in which Abbott responds to a letter from Perkins and expresses his regret that Perkins has had to separate from his family. He mentions two of his cousins and then goes on to discuss Perkins' visit to England. Abbott also writes regarding the Persian government and the oppression of the Nestorians.

Keith Edward Abbott letter to Justin Perkins, 1862 December 5
Keith Edward Abbott letter to Justin Perkins, 1863 July 27

Abbott, Keith Edward

Keith Edward Abbott letter presumably to Justin Perkins in which Abbott responds to Perkins' letter and writes regarding Persian government management over the Christians of the area. He also writes regarding current events in Europe and relations with Russia, mentioning the countries of Poland, England, France, Austria, Prussia, and Russia. Abbott goes on to write regarding the American Civil War and slavery. He also writes regarding Mr. Alison (presumably Charles Alison), the Shah, and a friend of Perkins. Abbott asks about the amount of the Nestorian population and number of villages on Perkins' plain, and says he will try to interest the government in their fate. He also mentions Dr. Young and Miss Crawford.

Keith Edward Abbott letter to Justin Perkins, 1863 July 27
Keith Edward Abbott letter to Justin Perkins, 1863 June 27

Abbott, Keith Edward

Keith Edward Abbott letter presumably to Justin Perkins in which Abbott thanks Perkins for the copy of his party's intentions. He notes that he sent it on to Thomson. Abbott goes on to write regarding the minimal news he has received and discusses the Christians of Persia and what is going on at Salmas. Abbott also writes that Herat has fallen into the hands of Dost Mohammad Khan and that the Polish Insurrection continues. He mentions the Suez Canal. Alison (Charles Alison), William Abbott, Dr. Young, Mrs. Barbara who is living with the Sisters of Charity, and several members of the Persian and Russian governments whose names are illegible are mentioned in the letter.

Keith Edward Abbott letter to Justin Perkins, 1863 June 27
Keith Edward Abbott letter to Justin Perkins, 1863 May 29

Abbott, Keith Edward

Keith Edward Abbott letter addressed to Dr. Perkins (Justin Perkins) or J. Cochran (Joseph Gallup Cochran) in which Abbott writes that he is sending their packets. He also shares the little news he received, mentioning information in a French paper regarding relations between England and America which he thinks was a hoax. He also remarks on the Polish situation. Abbott goes on to discuss "the agent of the Christians," whose name is illegible. He also mentions the governor (possibly Mallek Mansour Meerza), several fellow missionaries of Perkins, and Bekky.

Keith Edward Abbott letter to Justin Perkins, 1863 May 29
Letter from unidentified correspondent to Justin Perkins, 1852 August 28

Perkins, Justin, 1805-1869

A letter from a sender with an illegible signature, possibly Meerza Afrasiab, to Justin Perkins in which the sender informs Perkins that everyone must live by their own industry in Tehran and many are engaged in teaching "the boy" in the college. He asks for active correspondence from Perkins. The sender goes on to say that the prince has a number of "turkies," presumably turkeys, and inquires about breeding them. He also informs Perkins that someone with an illegible name has taken revenge on account of the Bab by shooting the King when he was mounting his horse while in Kasri-Kajar. He notes that the shots did not mortally wound him.

Letter from unidentified correspondent to Justin Perkins, 1852 August 28
Franklin Slosson and William Jessup Armstrong letter to Justin Perkins, 1846 January 31 and February 18

Slosson, Franklin

Franklin Slosson letter to Justin Perkins in which Slosson writes as secretary of a Presbyterian Church Sabbath School. He writes regarding the school, mentioning Francis Armstrong, and says that they have adopted Sarah Abraham (a student at the Nestorian Female Seminary) as their beneficiary. He goes on to remark on Perkins' Mission, mention Perkins' friend, and note the deaths of missionaries Mrs. Polman (Pohlman) and Mrs. Doty. William J. Armstrong also writes to Perkins, discussing the school and the village in which it is located. He writes of the "spiritual winter" in New York City and says that they hope to hear of the Lord's work with Perkins, especially at Geog Tapa (Gug Tappeh, Urmia).

Franklin Slosson and William Jessup Armstrong letter to Justin Perkins, 1846 January 31 and February 18
Keith Edward Abbott letter to Justin Perkins, 1868 May 2

Abbott, Keith Edward

Keith Edward Abbott letter presumably to Justin Perkins in which Abbott writes regarding plans for the building of a church. He also remarks on the complaints of Mr. Labaree (presumably Benjamin Labaree), saying that all he can do is urge someone with an illegible name to punish the individual. He writes that complaints have also apparently been made by the Lazarists. Abbott says that he will tell the French Consul about what he thinks of the conduct of his countryman. He also shares thoughts regarding the Persian government.

Keith Edward Abbott letter to Justin Perkins, 1868 May 2
Keith Edward Abbott letter to Justin Perkins, 1846 November 19

Abbott, Keith Edward

Keith Edward Abbott letter to Justin Perkins in which Abbott responds to news from Perkins that cholera has visited Oroomia (Urmia). He writes that there are still a very few cases in Tabreez (Tabriz). He goes on to say that he will inform Colonel Sheil of what Perkins writes regarding the house of the Nestorian Patriarch, and Abbott discusses this topic. He also writes regarding Daoud Khan, the Protector of the Nestorians, and remarks on Dr. Wright's account of transactions in the Koordish (Kurdish) mountains.

Keith Edward Abbott letter to Justin Perkins, 1846 November 19
Keith Edward Abbott letter to Justin Perkins, 1863 May 7

Abbott, Keith Edward

Keith Edward Abbott confidential letter presumably to Justin Perkins in which Abbott conveys a message that was left by the new agent for the superintendence of the affairs of the Christians of Oroomiah (Urmia), Salmas, and another illegible location (possibly Khoy or Khosroabad). The statement notes the sects of Christianity that the government recognizes and includes restrictions on the actions of the missionaries in relation to proselytizing, schools, property, printing, ringing of church bells, funds, and churches. Abbott also writes regarding his thoughts on the statement and mentions the Lazarists' influence. Abbott goes on to write of Dr. Young, Mr. Alison (Charles Alison), the possible governor of Oroomiah, Bekky, and current events in Europe. The chief of all the native Christians of Azerbaijan and the agent appointed to act under his orders are both named in the letter, but illegibly.

Keith Edward Abbott letter to Justin Perkins, 1863 May 7
Z. D. Banister letter to Justin Perkins, 1869 November 19

Perkins, Justin, 1805-1869

Z.D. Banister letter to Justin Perkins in which Banister says that Miss Banister may not be able to reply to his letter. Z.D. Banister goes on to write regarding Melinda Rankin and her missionary work in Mexico, the work of Catherine Bent who is supported by the Freedmen's Aid Society, Mary Withington wanting to write the study of her father Leonard Withington, a convention of Presbyterian delegates and the brotherly love between them and Episcopalian clergy, an article in The Churchman, the Nestorians, and local pastor James G. Johnston. Banister mentions Elizabeth Wheelwright, Fidelia Fiske, Hattie Clark, and the American Missionary Association in the letter.

Z. D. Banister letter to Justin Perkins, 1869 November 19
Keith Edward Abbott letter to Justin Perkins, 1846 December 8

Abbott, Keith Edward

A portion of a letter from Keith Edward Abbott to Justin Perkins in which Abbott expresses his gratitude for their relationship and Perkins' kindness at Oroomia (Urmia) and many times since. He also mentions Daoud Khan and Yahia Khan.

Keith Edward Abbott letter to Justin Perkins, 1846 December 8
Rajab Alla letter to Justin Perkins, 1841 December 18

Alla, Rajab

Rajab Alla letter to Justin Perkins in which Alla says that he wishes to write Perkins so Perkins may write a letter to him. He expresses thankfulness for Perkins having reached America. Alla goes on to write regarding school and learning English, mentioning Hassan Ali. An unattributed note on this item states "from a Mohammedan boy."

Rajab Alla letter to Justin Perkins, 1841 December 18
Rufus Anderson letter to Justin Perkins, 1846 June 30

Anderson, Rufus, 1796-1880

A printed circular letter addressed to Justin Perkins and intended for the "Brethren of the Nestorian Mission" in which Rufus Anderson writes as the secretary of the American Board of Commissioners for Foreign Missions. Included is a compilation of rules, principles, and suggestions to remind members of missions of their duties and privileges and to serve as a reference. Topics addressed vary, ranging from finances to the children of missionaries. The Bible and Tract Societies, the Missionary Herald, Dayspring, and the Cabinet at the Missionary House are all mentioned.

Rufus Anderson letter to Justin Perkins, 1846 June 30
Rufus Anderson, David Greene, and Selah B. Treat letter to Justin Perkins, 1847 October 12

Anderson, Rufus, 1796-1880

A printed circular letter addressed to Justin Perkins in which Rufus Anderson, David Greene, and Selah B. Treat write on behalf of the Prudential Committee of the American Board of Commissioners for Foreign Missions. They write regarding financial matters such as receipts, prospects, and donations. They provide three recommendations of the Board to the Missions and note that the Board cannot go on much longer with no more than its present income.

Rufus Anderson, David Greene, and Selah B. Treat letter to Justin Perkins, 1847 October 12