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Henry Nitchie Cobb letter to Justin Perkins, 1863 May 21

Cobb, Henry Nitchie, 1834-1910

Henry N. Cobb letter to Justin Perkins in which Cobb responds to a letter from Perkins, remarking on his solitary situation and the changes Perkins' noted since he returned to Persia. He writes regarding Perkins' book, Missionary Life in Persia, and of his own address at a Baptist Sabbath School where he spoke about the Nestorians. He also writes about the little black box of which Perkins' spoke and mentions Brother Coan and Dr. Wright (George Whitefield Coan and Austin H. Wright).

Henry Nitchie Cobb letter to Justin Perkins, 1863 May 21
Jonathan Bailey Condit letter to Rufus Anderson, 1842 October 25

Condit, J. B. (Jonathan Bailey), 1806-1876

J.B. Condit letter to Rufus Anderson in which Condit asks that the Bishop (presumably Mar Yohannan) visit his congregation this autumn. He notes that "these men from Persia" have been in every other northern city except those in Maine. Condit discusses his church, asks Anderson to direct Mr. (Justin) Perkins and the Bishop to come at once to his house, and writes further regarding the proposed visit.

Jonathan Bailey Condit letter to Rufus Anderson, 1842 October 25
George Whitefield Coan letter to Justin Perkins, 1862 March 9

Coan, G. W., 1817-1879

G.W. Coan (George Whitefield Coan) letter to Justin Perkins in which Coan says that they followed Perkins' journey back to his Persian home and writes of the oppressions of the people (the Nestorians), wondering if they will migrate to Russia. He hopes God will give all needed wisdom to young men and women and writes of how they (the missionaries) cannot afford to lose the confidence of the people by too hastily removing support. He also writes regarding what he has been doing and where he has been since being in America.

George Whitefield Coan letter to Justin Perkins, 1862 March 9
P. Clarendon letter to Justin Perkins, 1837 November 21

Clarendon, P.

P. Clarendon letter to Justin Perkins in which Clarendon writes regarding the articles of Major Farrant that Perkins took the charge of, including a table, carpets, and smaller household items. He also writes of the death of Burgess at Sheeraz (presumably Shiraz). Clarendon says that he hears Hoosain Khan is going as Ambassador to England to congratulate Her Majesty (Queen Victoria) on accession. He says that Colonel Sheil will accompany him.

P. Clarendon letter to Justin Perkins, 1837 November 21
Sumner G. Clapp letter to Justin Perkins, 1845 July 28 to 1846 April 20

Clapp, S. G. (Sumner G.)

S.G. Clapp (Sumner G. Clapp) letter to Justin Perkins in which Clapp writes on a variety of days from July 1845 to April 1846. He responds to a letter from Perkins and writes of reading it to Perkins' mother. He discusses the health of Perkins' mother multiple times in the letter. He also writes regarding the moral state of American churches, national political affairs, and Perkins' spiritual health. He notes the deaths of Mrs. Williston and Mrs. Bassett and writes of time spent with Father Williston. Mount Holyoke Seminary, Amherst College, and the Seminary are mentioned in the letter. The annexation of Texas to the United States and potential war with Mexico are also mentioned.

Sumner G. Clapp letter to Justin Perkins, 1845 July 28 to 1846 April 20
Eli Benedict Clark letter to Justin Perkins, 1845 November 6

Clark, Eli Benedict, 1808-1889

E.B. Clark (Eli Benedict Clark) letter to Justin Perkins in which Clark responds to a letter from Perkins and writes regarding the trials he knows Perkins must have undergone. He mentions Mar Yohannan. Clark also writes regarding the attempts by the Jesuits to hinder Perkins' mission. He shares news of his family, his parish work, local clergy members, other local individuals, and of the Board meeting (presumably an American Board of Commissioners for Foreign Missions meeting). Mar Yohannan, Mr. Baron, Mr Wiley, Swift, Brother Clapp and his wife, Dr. Osgood, Mr. Russell, and Mr. Porter are all mentioned in the letter.

Eli Benedict Clark letter to Justin Perkins, 1845 November 6
Matilda Van Zandt Cobb letter to Justin Perkins, 1862 October 23

Cobb, Matilda Van Zandt

M.VZ. Cobb (Matilda V.Z. Cobb) letter to Justin Perkins in which Cobb responds to a letter from Perkins to Mr. Cobb (Henry N. Cobb). She updates Perkins on Mr. Cobb's health and writes regarding their uncomfortable voyage via ship to their current location. Cobb says they are not sure of when they will leave or by what route, discusses the difficult decision for them to leave Oroomiah (Urmia), and remarks on Perkins' returning to his field. Cobb also discusses letters received and mentions Mrs. Breath, Mrs. Thompson, Dr. Anderson, Mr. and Mrs. Pollard, and Miss Beach.

Matilda Van Zandt Cobb letter to Justin Perkins, 1862 October 23
Simeon Howard Calhoun letter to Justin Perkins, 1860 May 8

Calhoun, Simeon H. (Simeon Howard), 1804-1876

S.H. Calhoun (Simeon H. Calhoun) letter to Justin Perkins in which Calhoun writes that new generations have come on since they entered the field and remarks on those still left, mentioning Brothers Schauffler, Schneider, Powers, Riggs, and Thomson. He also writes of faith in God and the afterlife and sympathises with Perkins' trials. Calhoun says that Lucy Wright is there in Abeih (Aabey) with them this summer. He writes of children there and in the United States. In a postscript he passes on a message from Wright.

Simeon Howard Calhoun letter to Justin Perkins, 1860 May 8
Sarah P. Coan letter to Justin Perkins

Coan, S. P. (Sarah P.)

S.P. Coan (presumably Sarah P. Coan) letter to Justin Perkins in which Coan responds to notes. She addresses the suggestion for a door keeper, says she regrets they will not be in Gawar by winter, comments on someone reaching Oroomiah (Urmia), and discusses the school room. She also writes regarding the masons and the difficulties they will face if they chose to come. She expresses her dread that the Moudir may come and her hope to stay there (presumably in Memikan). Coan remarks on the "Koords" (Kurds) several times. In a postscript, she says that she hopes to see such a school there as that of Miss Fisk and Miss Rice in Oroomiah. Shaleas, Deacon Tamo's wife, Henry, and two individuals with illegible names are mentioned.

Sarah P. Coan letter to Justin Perkins
George Whitefield Coan letter to Justin Perkins, 1866 May 11

Coan, G. W., 1817-1879

G.W. Coan (George Whitefield Coan) letter to Justin Perkins in which Coan thanks Perkins for letters and discusses them. He asks Perkins questions and says that their English friends are very kind. He also writes of their prospects. Mr. Riggs, Cochran, and someone with an illegible name, possibly Meerza Mulla Mahout, are mentioned in the letter.

George Whitefield Coan letter to Justin Perkins, 1866 May 11
George Whitefield Coan letter to Justin Perkins, 1867 December 27

Coan, G. W., 1817-1879

G.W. Coan (George Whitefield Coan) letter to Justin Perkins in which Coan writes that Latif Ajha is asking for an advance. He explains further and says that he does not approve of this but he promised to refer the matter to Perkins.

George Whitefield Coan letter to Justin Perkins, 1867 December 27
Eli Benedict Clark letter to Justin Perkins, 1868 January 18

Clark, Eli Benedict, 1808-1889

E.B. Clark (Eli Benedict Clark) letter to Justin Perkins in which Clark explains why he takes so long to answer Perkins' letters and writes regarding the last year. He discusses increased local Christian spirit and conversions, local clergy and churches, the meeting of the Board (American Board of Commissioners for Foreign Missions) at Buffalo, and his family. Brother Foster, Brother Cone, Brother Merwin, Dr. Foster, Dr. Vaill, Brother Miller, Brothers Buckingham and Parsons, Brother Knight, Bishop Mar Yohannan, Mr. Cones, Brother Clapp, and Perkins' wife and son are all mentioned.

Eli Benedict Clark letter to Justin Perkins, 1868 January 18
John Coffin Nazro letter and poem to Justin Perkins, 1843 January 2

Nazro, John Coffin

John Coffin Nazro letter to Justin Perkins in which Nazro writes that if Perkins thinks the included poem worthy, he can give it a place in his "Nine Years' Residence in Persia." He writes that though there is good Persian Poetry, he is not aware that poetry has been written in America in praise of the Persian Mar Yohammed. He quotes Christian scriptures and included is a poem titled "A Dream" that refers to "our Friend, Yohannan, Mar, The Bishop of Ooroomiah" (Urmia).

John Coffin Nazro letter and poem to Justin Perkins, 1843 January 2
Asahel Chapin letter to Justin Perkins, 1852 March 16

Chapin, Asahel G., 1841-1919

Asahel Chapin letter presumably to Justin Perkins in which Chapin responds to a letter from Perkins. He agrees with Perkins that they are growing old, but discusses what usefulness they still have, commenting on Perkins' work translating and printing the Old Testament. Chapin shares news regarding local individuals including Hosea Howard and his family, Brothers Thompson and Miller, Charlotte Ewing Miller, George Ewing, and Father Rand and his son Judson Rand. He remarks on the man connected with the male seminary whom Perkins' mentioned had died, explains why he did not see Brother Stoddard, discusses his career choice, and writes of local changes and baptisms, mentioning several individuals by name.

Asahel Chapin letter to Justin Perkins, 1852 March 16
William Campbell letter to Mar Yohannan and Justin Perkins, 1842 August 18

Campbell, William W., 1806-1881

William Campbell letter to Mar Johanna (Yohannan) in which Campbell writes that the local friends of Mrs. Grant (Judith S. Grant) are desirous of a visit from him. Campbell says that they would be gratified if he and Mr. Perkins would stop at the village of Fort Plain on their return form the west, and they will send a carriage for them. The addressed portion of the letter is to Justin Perkins, care of Reverend Dr. Dickinson. The letter itself appears to be addressed to Mar Johanna.

William Campbell letter to Mar Yohannan and Justin Perkins, 1842 August 18
Deborah Plumb Cochran letter to Justin Perkins, 1864 March 12

Cochran, D. P. (Deborah P.)

D.P. Cochran (Deborah P. Cochran) letter to Justin Perkins in which Cochran asks Perkins to accept the cap as a memento of Martha (Cochran) who so dearly loved Perkins.

Deborah Plumb Cochran letter to Justin Perkins, 1864 March 12
J. H. Charnaud letter to Justin Perkins, 1846 February 25

Charnaud, J. H.

J. H. Charnaud letter to Justin Perkins in which Charnaud responds to a letter from Perkins and thanks Perkins for his interest and intervention in the case between "the Pole and Nestorian." He says that his brother must be left to settle accounts with the Nestorian. Charnaud also writes that on his brother's arrival to Oroomiah (Urmia) he will endeavor to find employment for the young German. He discusses the upcoming journey and plans of his brother, expressing his hopes that his brother's presence will render his people more docile. He sends regards from Mrs. C. to Mrs. Perkins and notes the birth of another little girl.

J. H. Charnaud letter to Justin Perkins, 1846 February 25
Henry Nitchie Cobb letter to Justin Perkins, 1863 December 1

Cobb, Henry Nitchie, 1834-1910

Henry N. Cobb letter to Justin Perkins in which Cobb writes regarding his improved health and a conversation with Holdich about the possibility of the Bible Society sending an agent to Persia to aid in distribution of the Scriptures. Cobb goes on to discuss the progress of the Syriac N.T. (New Testament), mentioning Dr. (Austin H.) Wright, and the free admission of (Mirza N.) Benyamin to Bellevue Medical College thanks to Dr. Harris. He also says he cannot yet feel satisfied that he will not return to the East as a missionary.

Henry Nitchie Cobb letter to Justin Perkins, 1863 December 1
Harriet B. Cooke letter to Justin and Charlotte Bass Perkins, 1848 December 23

Cooke, Harriet B., 1786?-

H.B. Cooke (Harriet B. Cooke) letter presumably to Justin and Charlotte Bass Perkins in which Cooke writes of someone dying of cholera (Harriette Briggs Stoddard) and of reports of cholera in the United States. She also writes regarding the excitement respecting the gold of California, improvements in transportation infrastructure such as the railroad and a planned canal, and the relative lack of advance in religion. She goes on to discuss Christian spirit, their new pastor, the Nestorian Mission and its schools, Middlebury College, aging, and the current status of many named individuals. Throughout, she discusses faith and Christian ideals.

Harriet B. Cooke letter to Justin and Charlotte Bass Perkins, 1848 December 23
Alonzo Chapin letter to Justin Perkins, 1842 August 31

Chapin, Alonzo, 1805-1876

Alonzo Chapin letter to Justin Perkins in which Chapin writes of his current status working in East Abington after having to leave his mission in the Sandwich Islands due to his wife's health. He says that the churches of the region are interested in the Eastern missions and that they are organized under the appellation of the Palestine Missionary Society. Chapin asks for Perkins to come with Mar Johanna (Mar Yohannan) to see them.

Alonzo Chapin letter to Justin Perkins, 1842 August 31