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William Seymour Tyler letter to Justin Perkins, 1867 October 30

Tyler, W. S. (William Seymour), 1810-1897

W.S. Tyler letter to Justin Perkins in which Tyler explains his delay in responding due to working on "Representative Cities" in Hours at Home and his double duties at the College as Professor of Greek and Walker Instructor in Latin in the stead of his son Henry. He writes about Henry and these duties. He mentions another son (John), who is at the Grande Ligne mission, and Madame Feller. Tyler thanks Perkins' for the responses to his interpretations of the "hard passage" about "the angels" and of "women speaking in meeting." He expresses his views on the latter topic and on the "alarming tendency in our age & country to efface the natural and desirable boundaries between the two sexes." He discusses Perkins' commentary on Genesis and goes on to write regarding Amherst College, a new building in Amherst, and local churches. He says he is sending the (College) Catalogue and Dr. Boardman's address at the last anniversary of Mount Holyoke Seminary, which no longer accompany this letter.

William Seymour Tyler letter to Justin Perkins, 1867 October 30
William Seymour Tyler letter to Justin Perkins, 1868 April 27

Tyler, W. S. (William Seymour), 1810-1897

W.S. Tyler letter to Justin Perkins in which Tyler responds to a letter from Perkins and the information that Perkins' health is giving way. He remarks on his own health and labors and notes the new volume by Perkins on the Nestorian Missions issued by the Am. Tr. Soc. (American Tract Society). Tyler writes regarding "Plutarch 'De Sera Numinus Vindicta'" and The Theology of Greek Poets. He shares his views that all literature, science, and history illustrates the Bible. He writes regarding current Bible scholarship, discussing several authors, books, scholars, and the value of American and English scholars taught in German. Tyler goes on to answer Perkins' local questions about the change in location of the village church, the "Colored Sunday school," the current state of the old (Amherst) Academy building, and Amherst College faculty changes.

William Seymour Tyler letter to Justin Perkins, 1868 April 27
Samuel Melancthon Worcester letter to Justin Perkins, 1837 January 6

Worcester, Samuel M. (Samuel Melancthon), 1801-1866

S.M. Worcester letter to Justin Perkins in which Worcester says that he read part of Perkins' last letter from his pulpit and the next Sabbath he preached on missions. He mentions Perkins' remarks on the Concert of Prayer and details of his present situation and prospects. He gives updates about Amherst College and several individuals: Dr. Humphrey, Prof. Fiske, Mr. Tyler, and Edward Humphrey and his brothers John and James. He also remarks briefly on the aspect of religion in the country and asks Perkins to say a word on the privations of a missionary. Worcester writes about being the minister of Tabernacle and the church itself. He also shares family news.

Samuel Melancthon Worcester letter to Justin Perkins, 1837 January 6
William Seymour Tyler letter to Justin Perkins, 1868 August 28

Tyler, W. S. (William Seymour), 1810-1897

W.S. Tyler letter to Justin Perkins in which Tyler writes about Perkins leaving Oroomiah (Urmia) to return to America. He goes on to note the start of the new year at Amherst College and writes regarding student enrollment at Amherst College, the growth of other New England colleges, and the growth of the town of Amherst with several new buildings. He also writes about an article titled "High Churchism against the Bible" in the N.Y. Observer with a review of a sermon by Dr. Parker of the Episcopal Church. In closing, he mentions that Dr. E. Hitchcock lost another child.

William Seymour Tyler letter to Justin Perkins, 1868 August 28
William Seymour Tyler letter to Justin Perkins, 1863 May 15

Tyler, W. S. (William Seymour), 1810-1897

W.S. Tyler letter to Justin Perkins in which Tyler says that he thinks Perkins must feel at home with his Nestorian children though his sorrowing heart cannot forget his wife and child. He discusses the feeling of disappointment to which Perkins' alluded in regards to Enfield, mentioning the Woodses. He writes about what might become of the Missions of their American Societies during the war, the defeat of General Hooker, and information about the war from his son. He goes on to write regarding Amherst, Amherst College, and the upcoming marriage of Miss Hinsdale to the village pastor. He shares news of the poor health of Dr. and Mrs. Hitchcock.

William Seymour Tyler letter to Justin Perkins, 1863 May 15
William Seymour Tyler letter to Justin Perkins, 1864 September 21

Tyler, W. S. (William Seymour), 1810-1897

W.S. Tyler letter to Justin Perkins in which Tyler writes regarding the death of Dr. Hitchcock, his "Reminiscences," what will become of his property, and his professorship. He mentions Hitchcock's children Jane, Emily, and Edward. Tyler shares that the Trustees are holding an extra session about finances, the endowment, and the Pastorate. He provides other updates relating to Amherst College and discusses the excitements in town, including the Agricultural College and a new Episcopal Church. Tyler also shares news about the American Civil War and politics. He briefly notes Brother Schneider's losses and Miss Fisks (Fiske's) death.

William Seymour Tyler letter to Justin Perkins, 1864 September 21
Hannah Shepard Terry letter to Justin Perkins, 1838 November 13

Terry, Hannah Shepard, 1795-1867

H.S. Terry letter to Justin Perkins in which Terry writes regarding her marriage, her husband and his children, individuals from Amherst, the church and clergymen there, financial difficulties at Amherst College and contributions to the school, the last commencement at the College, its troublesome graduating class, personal insults to Professor Fiske by the class, revivals in the country, Miss Lyon's school in S. Hadley, marriages, births, deaths, her own church and Sabbath School in Hartford, a visit from the widow of Henry Lyman, and her own family. She also responds to information in a letter from Perkins. Individuals discussed in some detail in the letter include: Mrs. (Hepzibah) Eastman, Mr. Hunt, Mrs. Fiske, Mr. Sweetser, Miss Caldwell, and sister Boltwood. Many others are also mentioned.

Hannah Shepard Terry letter to Justin Perkins, 1838 November 13
Alexander Wilson McClure letter to Justin Perkins, 1846 July 25

M'Clure, Alexander W. (Alexander Wilson), 1808-1865

Alexander Wilson McClure partial letter to Justin Perkins in which McClure he writes that he was filling in for Dr. Payson but was not sure what lay ahead for him and comments on the state of church work at home and in Perkins' world and shares his opinions on the outcomes of Armenian persecution at Constantinople noting that for the first time the Turks obtained correct knowledge of Protestant Christianity. McClure shares news of changes at Amherst College including the appointment of Prof. Hitchcock (Edward Hitchcock) as president and the retirement Dr. Humphrey (Heman Humphrey) who McClure describes as perceptibly broken with years and labors. McClure notes there was an interesting revival at Amherst stating the institution is somewhat more prosperous. McClure also shares news of Andover (Andover Theological Seminary) including Prof. B. B. Edwards travels and improving health, Dr. Woods' whose family had advised him to throw himself upon the Trustees to make provisions for his old age, noting the students refuse to remain under his instruction. McClure shares news of his family and passes writes on behalf of his wife sending Christian love to Perkins, his wife and offspring.

Alexander Wilson McClure letter to Justin Perkins, 1846 July 25
Edward Hitchcock letter to Justin Perkins, 1848 April 24

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

Edward Hitchcock letter to Justin Perkins in which Hitchcock expresses his sadness that he has not written Perkins more frequently and his joy at the wonderful providences they have both experienced. He writes regarding a variety of topics such as Perkins' missionary labors, his own health, his difficult position as President of Amherst College, his faith in God's plans, changes at Amherst College, the death of Professor (Nathan Welby) Fiske, the scientific pursuits he has had to abandon during his presidency, the geological information Perkins has shared, and Perkins' gift of the Syriac New Testament for the College Library. Among the changes at Amherst College discussed are endowed professorships, a new cabinet and increases in the cabinet, a revival, and relief from pecuniary embarrassments.

Edward Hitchcock letter to Justin Perkins, 1848 April 24
Amherst College faculty meeting minutes and Committe of Six meeting minutes 1943/1944

Newlin, William Jesse

Minutes of Amherst College faculty meetings for the 1943/1944 academic year written by the Secretary of the Faculty, William Jesse Newlin. Also included are minutes of the Committee of Six meetings for the 1943/1944 academic year written by the Secretary of the Committee of Six and Dean, Charles Scott Porter. Relevant accompanying documents such as letters are also included.

Amherst College faculty meeting minutes and Committe of Six meeting minutes 1943/1944
Amherst College faculty meeting minutes 1917/1918

Esty, T. C. (Thomas Cushing)

Minutes of Amherst College faculty meetings for the 1917/1918 academic year written by the Secretary of the Faculty, Thomas Cushing Esty. Relevant accompanying documents such as addenda, letters, reports, and commencement programs are also included. Accompanying documents are written by various authors.

Amherst College faculty meeting minutes 1917/1918
Amherst College faculty meeting minutes 1911/1912

Olds, George Daniel, 1853-1931

Minutes of Amherst College faculty meetings for the 1911/1912 academic year written by the Dean of the Faculty, George Daniel Olds. Relevant accompanying documents such as letters and commencement programs are also included. Accompanying documents are written by various authors.

Amherst College faculty meeting minutes 1911/1912
Amherst College faculty meeting minutes and Committe of Six meeting minutes 1964/1965

Porter, C. Scott

Minutes of Amherst College faculty meetings and minutes of the Committee of Six meetings for the 1964/1965 academic year written by the Dean of the College and Secretary of the Faculty, Charles Scott Porter. Relevant accompanying documents such as reports, requests, testimonials, agendas, proposals, recommendations, addenda, changes in course descriptions, student petitions, calendars, student denials of Latin honors, and letters are also included. Accompanying documents are written by various authors. An index to the minutes is included.

Amherst College faculty meeting minutes and Committe of Six meeting minutes 1964/1965
Amherst College faculty meeting minutes 1931/1932

Newlin, William Jesse

Minutes of Amherst College faculty meetings for the 1931/1932 academic year written by the Secretary of the Faculty, William Jesse Newlin. Relevant accompanying documents such as lists of student prizes, testimonials, letters, committee memorandums, committee minutes, statements of funds, and reports are also included. Accompanying documents are written by various authors.

Amherst College faculty meeting minutes 1931/1932
Amherst College faculty meeting minutes 1926/1927

Newlin, William Jesse

Minutes of Amherst College faculty meetings for the 1926/1927 academic year written by the Secretary of the Faculty, William Jesse Newlin. Relevant accompanying documents such as lists of faculty committees, ballots, resolutions in memory of faculty, memorandums, reports, addenda, lists of student prizes, and schedules are also included.

Amherst College faculty meeting minutes 1926/1927
Amherst College faculty meeting minutes 1898/1899

Todd, David P. (David Peck), 1855-1939

Minutes of Amherst College faculty meetings for the 1898/1899 academic year written primarily by the Secretary of the Faculty, David Peck Todd. Relevant accompanying documents such as committee recommendations, reports, schedules, lists of graduation candidates, lists of honorary degree awardees, and commencement programs are also included. Many of the accompanying documents are written by Registrar and secretary of various committees, E.L. Wood (Ephraim Lincoln Wood).

Amherst College faculty meeting minutes 1898/1899
Amherst College faculty meeting minutes 1907/1908

Todd, David P. (David Peck), 1855-1939

Minutes of Amherst College faculty meetings for the 1907/1908 academic year written by the Secretary of the Faculty, David Peck Todd, or by a Secretary pro tempore, primarily Thomas Cushing Esty. Relevant accompanying documents such as letters from committees, constitutions, reports, schedules, and commencement programs are also included. Accompanying documents are written by various authors.

Amherst College faculty meeting minutes 1907/1908
Amherst College faculty meeting minutes 1912/1913

Olds, George Daniel, 1853-1931

Minutes of Amherst College faculty meetings for the 1912/1913 academic year written by the Dean of the Faculty, George Daniel Olds. Relevant accompanying documents such as lists of graduates and honors recipients are also included.

Amherst College faculty meeting minutes 1912/1913
Amherst College faculty administrative records book, 1825 February 7 to 1827 October 17

Amherst College

A faculty administrative records book documenting faculty votes, appointments and departures, resolutions, and committee decisions from the second term of the 1824-1825 academic year to the fourth week of the first term of the 1827-1828 academic year. Content relates to a variety of subjects, such as: campus business, college grounds and buildings, Commencement, rules, the curriculum, religious services, student societies, admissions, exhibitions, student petitions, disciplinary cases, student appointments, and examinations.

Amherst College faculty administrative records book, 1825 February 7 to 1827 October 17
Amherst College faculty meeting minutes and Committe of Six meeting minutes 1953/1954

Porter, C. Scott

Minutes of Amherst College faculty meetings and minutes of the Committee of Six meetings for the 1953/1954 academic year written by the Dean of the College and Secretary of the Faculty, Charles Scott Porter. Relevant accompanying documents such as course proposals, reports, memorandums, testimonials, and recommendations are also included. Accompanying documents are written by various authors.

Amherst College faculty meeting minutes and Committe of Six meeting minutes 1953/1954