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Edwin H. Crane letter to Justin Perkins, 1854 March 13

Crane, Edwin H., -1854

E.H. Crane (Edwin H. Crane) letter to Justin Perkins in which Crane thanks Perkins for the memoir of Judith (Grant Perkins). He says that his earliest serious impressions were the result of reading the life of Nathan Dickerman, and he writes that he is sure the memoir of Judith will lead many a child or adult to seek salvation. He congratulates Perkins on the book. In a postscript he mentions his wife (Ann Eliza Crane) and son Morris.

Edwin H. Crane letter to Justin Perkins, 1854 March 13
Samuel Woodworth Cozzens letter to Justin Perkins, 1867 December 24

Cozzens, Samuel W. (Samuel Woodworth), 1801-1875

Samuel W. Cozzens letter to Justin Perkins in which Cozzens thanks Perkins for letters received and writes regarding Charlotte Bass Perkins. He explains that she proposed leaving the asylum to attend Henry's (Perkins) graduation and notes that William (presumably William Bass) planned to write Justin and suggest his return to America. Cozzens discusses his opinion that Charlotte should not be removed from the asylum and remarks on whether or not Justin should return to America. He notes that he has sent Justin Perkins' letter to two doctors and goes on to write regarding his and his family's current situation, mentioning Abby and Hannah.

Samuel Woodworth Cozzens letter to Justin Perkins, 1867 December 24
William Reed letter to Justin Perkins, 1836 January 2

Reed, William, 1776-1837

William Reed letter to Justin Perkins in which Reed acknowledges favors received from Perkins and writes regarding funds for missionaries, the local Christian community, missionaries to the Sandwich Islands, and anxiety over the approaching end of Mr. Cozzens' term. Following Reed's letter and at a later date, S.W. Cozzens (Samuel W. Cozzens) writes to Justin and Charlotte Bass Perkins regarding the death of Reed and says that Mrs. Reed and Miss Hooper donated to the Board (American Board of Commissioners for Foreign Missions) so that both Justin and Charlotte could be Honorary Members. He also writes regarding their future plans after his pastoral term in Marblehead. Cozzens mentions a letter from Mrs. C. that will accompany this letter, likely referring to a letter from Abby Cozzens in Box 1 Folder 1 of this collection. An unattributed note on the item provides details regarding the Cozzenses.

William Reed letter to Justin Perkins, 1836 January 2
Abby Bass Cozzens letter to Charlotte Bass and Justin Perkins, 1852 December 3

Cozzens, Abby Bass

Abby B. Cozzens letter to Charlotte Bass and Justin Perkins in which Cozzens writes regarding the death of Judith (Grant Perkins). She remarks on the grace of God in relation to loss. Cozzens shares updates on their own situation, region, and family. She discusses her children Samuel, Hannah Reed, Penelope Rowe, and Mary Codman. She also mentions Aunt Mosley, Miriam and Elizabeth Strong, Lucy Fowler, cousin Henry, the Perkinses' son Henry, Mrs. (Sophia) Stoddard, Mr. (Edwin) Crane, Abijah Crane, their brother William and his wife, and their mother.

Abby Bass Cozzens letter to Charlotte Bass and Justin Perkins, 1852 December 3
Ann Eliza Crane letter to Justin and Charlotte Bass Perkins, 1860 April 9

Crane, A. E. (Ann Eliza)

A. Eliza Crane (Ann E. Cowles Crane, later Powers) letter to Justin and Charlotte Bass Perkins in which Crane thanks them for their letters and for the ones written by her husband (Edwin Crane). She writes about the final action "of the Com." declining to send her back to Persia. Crane describes her feelings on not being able to go back and teach there. She also writes regarding her current work at Vesper Cliff for the Sardys (John B. Sardy and family), her son Eddie, correspondence with the Cochrans, possibly preparing a work for Sabbath schools, and trying to meet with fellow missionaries. She asks the Perkinses for updates.

Ann Eliza Crane letter to Justin and Charlotte Bass Perkins, 1860 April 9
Samuel Woodworth Cozzens letter to Justin and Charlotte Bass Perkins, 1836 May 26

Cozzens, Samuel W. (Samuel Woodworth), 1801-1875

S.W. Cozzens (Samuel W. Cozzens) letter to Justin Perkins in which Cozzens writes that Perkins has their warmest sympathies for his personal happiness and usefulness in his new field. He goes on to discuss the interest in Marblehead in regards to Perkins' mission. Cozzens then writes to Charlotte Bass Perkins, thanking her for her letter and remarking on her trials. He mentions Dr. Bates, Mr. Wheelock, and Jane (Seymour). Cozzens refers to "Mrs. C.'s letter which will accompany this." The letter to which he refers by Mrs. C. (Cozzens) is also in Box 1 Folder 5 of this collection.

Samuel Woodworth Cozzens letter to Justin and Charlotte Bass Perkins, 1836 May 26
Abby Bass Cozzens letter to Charlotte Bass and Justin Perkins, 1836 November 28

Cozzens, Abby Bass

Abby Bass Cozzens letter to Charlotte Bass and Justin Perkins in which Cozzens responds to their letter. She mentions the birth of the Perkinses' son and remarks on their house, prospects, and the schools (of the Nestorian Mission). She writes of her children Samuel Woodworth and Charlotte Bass, and mentions individuals she has recently seen. Abby asks Charlotte about her situation, writes about Maternal Associations, and discusses the local state of religion. William Riach (Perkins), Sarah Chipman, Jane (Seymour), brother Wheelock, and Susan Stowell are all mentioned in the letter.

Abby Bass Cozzens letter to Charlotte Bass and Justin Perkins, 1836 November 28
Samuel Woodworth Cozzens letter to Charlotte Bass and Justin Perkins, 1835 May 6

Cozzens, Samuel W. (Samuel Woodworth), 1801-1875

Samuel W. Cozzens letter to Justin and Charlotte Bass Perkins in which Cozzens writes regarding the Christian revival in Marblehead, their visit to Middlebury, and the trials the Perkinses' have suffered. He remarks on the box the Perkinses sent them and the second part of Justin's journal which he read in a concert. Cozzens discusses the local church and individual interest in both of them and in the Mission. He writes of their own and of the Perkinses' labors in saving souls.

Samuel Woodworth Cozzens letter to Charlotte Bass and Justin Perkins, 1835 May 6
Ann Eliza Crane letter to Charlotte Bass Perkins, July 21

Crane, A. E. (Ann Eliza)

A.E. Crane (Ann E. Cowles Crane, later Powers) letter to Charlotte Bass Perkins in which Crane responds to a note from Perkins. She remarks on news of Dr. L.'s returning health and asks if Miss Harris left Seir before getting the notes she sent her. Crane also discusses her son Morris and the prospects of her return. She mentions her husband (Edwin Crane) and Mr. Rhea (Samuel Audley Rhea). Crane writes from Memikan.

Ann Eliza Crane letter to Charlotte Bass Perkins, July 21
Samuel Woodworth Cozzens letter to Justin Perkins, 1864 March 24

Cozzens, Samuel W. (Samuel Woodworth), 1801-1875

Samuel W. Cozzens letter to Justin Perkins in which Cozzens writes regarding Charlotte (Bass Perkins), mentioning Dr. Tyler and Dr. B. He also writes of Henry (presumably Henry Martyn Perkins) and of the hope of a revival of religion in (Middlebury) College. Cozzens notes that Dr. Labaree takes excellent care of Henry and remarks on the deaths of several individuals: Reverend Parsons Cooke, Dr. (Edward) Hitchcock, and someone with an illegible name. He goes on to write regarding his family, mentioning Samuel, Charlotte, Pennie (Penelope), and Hannah.

Samuel Woodworth Cozzens letter to Justin Perkins, 1864 March 24
George Downie Cullen letter to Justin Perkins, 1864 July 25

Cullen, G. D. (George D.), -1891

G.D. Cullen (George D. Cullen) letter to Justin Perkins in which Cullen discusses the matter of the native (to Persia) applicant for medical education in Edinburgh, explaining he does not see his acceptance as likely. Cullen writes regarding the (Edinburgh) Medical Missionary Society starting a school and dispensary in Bombay, evangelical work, reading Perkins' writings, missionaries, reports of the Turkish government closing Protestant missions, local updates, and family news. William Burns Thomson, Andrew Glen, Dr. Schneider, the T.M.A.S. (Turkish Missions Aid Society), the Evangelical Alliance, Dr. Wood, Dr. Jenkins, Cuthbert Young, Dr. Guthrie, William Reed, Cullen's son, and several others with illegible names are mentioned in the letter.

George Downie Cullen letter to Justin Perkins, 1864 July 25
Abby Bass and Samuel Woodworth Cozzens letter to Charlotte Bass and Justin Perkins, 1834 August 31 to September 1

Cozzens, Abby Bass

Abby (Bass Cozzens) letter to Justin and Charlotte Bass Perkins in which Cozzens reminiscences about times spent with the Perkinses. She also writes regarding her son Samuel, motherhood, the progress of the "cause of Christ" in Marblehead, and shared family and friends in America. Cozzens mentions Captain Bray, Mr. Appleton, Mr. Gardner, their parents (Fidelia and William Bass), and their siblings Lydia (later Russel), William, and Jane (Seymour). On the last page, S.W. Cozzens (Samuel W. Cozzens) also writes to the Perkinses. He writes of their current journey to Middlebury, the revival in Marblehead, and local interest in the Perkinses.

Abby Bass and Samuel Woodworth Cozzens letter to Charlotte Bass and Justin Perkins, 1834 August 31 to September 1
Abby Bass and Samuel Woodworth Cozzens letter to Charlotte Bass and Justin Perkins, 1836 December

Cozzens, Abby Bass

Abby (Bass Cozzens) letter to Charlotte Bass Perkins in which Abby responds to a letter from Charlotte and says that she sympathises with Charlotte's maternal feelings. She writes regarding her own daughter (Charlotte Bass Cozzens), her son Samuel, their sister Lydia (later Lydia Russel), their parents (Fidelia and William Bass), Mary Jewett Whitney, and Mrs. Tyler Reed. Following Abby's letter, S.W. Cozzens (Samuel W. Cozzens) writes to Justin Perkins regarding Mr. Armstrong preaching on the Foreign Missions, his intention to get Justin an Honorary Membership of the Board, and his request to Justin for communications he can read in a monthly concert.

Abby Bass and Samuel Woodworth Cozzens letter to Charlotte Bass and Justin Perkins, 1836 December
Abby Bass Cozzens letter to Charlotte Bass and Justin Perkins, 1836 May

Cozzens, Abby Bass

Abby (Bass Cozzens) letter to Justin and Charlotte Bass Perkins in which Cozzens responds to a letter from the Perkinses and expresses how much they are missed. She writes regarding the Perkinses' work, Justin's illness, her own current situation, her son Samuel, her daughter Charlotte Bass, friends and family in Middlebury, the death of their aunt, their sister Sarah's winter plans, Susan Stowell, and the death of Kinsman Wheelock. Cozzens also asks them questions about their situation. Dr. and Mrs. Grant (Asahel and Judith S. Grant) and Mr. Worcester are mentioned in the letter.

Abby Bass Cozzens letter to Charlotte Bass and Justin Perkins, 1836 May
Abby Bass Cozzens letter to Charlotte Bass and Justin Perkins, 1835 May 6

Cozzens, Abby Bass

Abby (Bass Cozzens) letter to Justin and Charlotte Bass Perkins in which Cozzens writes regarding news of Charlotte's illness and other trials, the Perkinses' child Charlotte Nisbet, motherhood, her own son Samuel, updates on the Bass family, and local news. Doctor Smith, Mrs. Reed, Ann and Clara Briggs, Mr. Danes, Mrs. Bubier, Eveline Bray, and Bass siblings Sarah (later Crehore), William, and Lydia (Russel), are all mentioned in the letter.

Abby Bass Cozzens letter to Charlotte Bass and Justin Perkins, 1835 May 6
Abby Bass and Samuel Woodworth Cozzens letter to Charlotte Bass and Justin Perkins, 1852 April 28 to May 12

Cozzens, Abby Bass

Abby (Bass Cozzens) letter to Charlotte Bass Perkins in which Abby writes regarding their recent move and family. She shares the status of her children Samuel, Charlotte, Hannah, and Penelope and expresses concerns over their salvation. She also writes regarding the Bass family, explains why she does not attend Board meetings, discusses the local religious spirit, and remarks on the growth of Judith (Grant Perkins). On the last page of the letter, S.W. Cozzens (Samuel W. Cozzens) writes to Justin Perkins, remarking on the condition of the Nestorians and sharing news of the deaths of several individuals. He also responds to Justin's letter, says that he lent out the book Justin wrote, notes the local interest in foreign missions, and writes of his current pastoral assignment.

Abby Bass and Samuel Woodworth Cozzens letter to Charlotte Bass and Justin Perkins, 1852 April 28 to May 12
Samuel Woodworth and Abby Bass Cozzens envelope to Justin Perkins, 1853

Cozzens, Samuel W. (Samuel Woodworth), 1801-1875

An envelope addressed to Justin Perkins with a note written presumably by Perkins stating "Br. & Sister Cozzens, Rec April 8. Answered April 14- 53."

Samuel Woodworth and Abby Bass Cozzens envelope to Justin Perkins, 1853
Samuel Woodworth Cozzens letter to Charlotte Bass and Justin Perkins, 1836 December 4

Cozzens, Samuel W. (Samuel Woodworth), 1801-1875

S.W. Cozzens (Samuel W. Cozzens) letter to Justin and Charlotte Bass Perkins in which Cozzens writes regarding the circumstances that prevented them from being with the Perkinses prior to their departure. He goes on to write of the hopeful prospects of the Nestorian Mission and of what is going on in America in relation to politics, the "antislavery or abolition fever," and religion. Cozzens also discusses news of a smaller scale, writing about family, Marblehead, and friends in Middlebury. Lydia (Russel), (Martin) Van Buren, Edwards A. Park, Frederick Fowler and his wife, Mary Ann, Mr. Wheelock, and Delia are all mentioned in the letter.

Samuel Woodworth Cozzens letter to Charlotte Bass and Justin Perkins, 1836 December 4
Samuel Woodworth Cozzens letter to Justin Perkins, 1852 December 4 to 6

Cozzens, Samuel W. (Samuel Woodworth), 1801-1875

Sam W. (Samuel W.) Cozzens letter to Justin Perkins in which Cozzens writes regarding Perkins' sad journey and the death of Judith (Grant Perkins). He writes of God's providence in relation to the loss. He goes on to write regarding Kingsboro, Dr. Yale's pastoral resignation, and his own current pastoral assignment at Vernon. Cozzens writes again on December 6 and discusses local church interest in Foreign Missions, reading and forwarding Perkins' journal to increase such interest, a meeting of the American Board (of Commissioners for Foreign Missions), and updates on multiple individuals.

Samuel Woodworth Cozzens letter to Justin Perkins, 1852 December 4 to 6
Abby Bass Cozzens letter to Charlotte Bass and Justin Perkins, 1835 September 1 to November 17

Cozzens, Abby Bass

Abby Bass Cozzens letter to Justin and Charlotte Bass Perkins in which Cozzens writes regarding Charlotte's prior illness, her son Samuel, a visit from their parents (Fidelia and William Bass), their sister Jane (Seymour), Cousin Frederick Fowler and his wife Mrs. Lockwood Clark, Sister Delia, and the deaths of Cousin Mary Ann, Uncle Fowler, Kinsman, Jane Grant, and the Perkinses' daughter (Charlotte Nisbet Perkins). Cozzens leaves the letter unsigned, and S.W.C. (Samuel Woodworth Cozzens) writes a closing paragraph explaining that his dear Abby asked him to finish as she was confined this morning with a daughter whom they will name Charlotte. Sarah Bass (later Crehore) has also written a message to Charlotte Perkins in the margins of the letter.

Abby Bass Cozzens letter to Charlotte Bass and Justin Perkins, 1835 September 1 to November 17