Asahel Chapin letter to Justin Perkins, 1848 May 30
Chapin, Asahel G., 1841-1919
A. (Asahel) Chapin letter to Justin Perkins in which Chapin responds to a letter form Perkins. He remarks on seeing Perkins' brother and family, mentioning the death of Perkins' mother. He writes of his recent attendance at meetings related to missionary operations. Chapin shares what he knows of several of their college classmates including Hyde, Blodgett, Maxwell, Warner, Asher Bliss, and Thompson. He comments on Perkins' work, discusses his own career history, shares family news, and writes of his health. Chapin's deceased wife Ruth Fisk, their daughter Ruth, his present wife, their sons Edward, Asahel, and Judson, and his parents are mentioned in the letter. Included on the item is a note from Justin Perkins regarding Chapin.
