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Argument for temperance

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

Notes by Edward Hitchcock explaining the concept of temperance and arguing for people to practice temperance. Hitchcock draws his arguments from the Bible, from chemistry and physiology, and from his own inference. He lists potential objections and refutes these objections.

Argument for temperance
Edward Hitchcock notes on temperance

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

Notes by Edward Hitchcock on temperance. On the first page, Hitchcock has quoted a passage from James Macknight's text, "A New Literal Translation from the Original Greek, of all the Apostolical Epistles" discussing Romans 14:21. On the second page, Hitchcock has listed arguments for total abstinence from alcoholic beverages.

Edward Hitchcock notes on temperance
Edward Hitchcock notes for a meeting on a new liquor law

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

Notes by Edward Hitchcock for a meeting on a new liquor law. Hitchcock has written at the head of the first page, "Meeting to consider what duties devolve upon us in relation to the new law of the state called the liquor law." Hitchcock describes the different parts of the law, which outlaws the sale of liquor aside from for medicinal, chemical, and mechanical uses. He writes what the various pentalties are for breaking the law, and notes the date it will go into effect. Additionally, Hitchcock writes notes to himself to give an account of the Massachusetts Temperance Convention and to read several resolves which passed.

Edward Hitchcock notes for a meeting on a new liquor law
Edward Hitchcock notes on federalism and democracy

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

Notes by Edward Hitchcock on the Federalist and Democratic [Democratic-Republican] Parties. In a series of questions and answers, Hitchcock praises federalism and criticizes democracy, especially condemning Thomas Jefferson and his leading the nation into the War of 1812.

Edward Hitchcock notes on federalism and democracy
Edward Hitchcock notes reflecting on a temperance convention

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

Notes by Edward Hitchcock reflecting on his experience at a temperance convention, possibly in Boston in 1835 or Worcester in 1833. He notes that he feels thankful for the hard work done thus far and is more deeply convinced than ever that the movement is an important one and must be continued.

Edward Hitchcock notes reflecting on a temperance convention
Edward Hitchcock notes on motives for temperance

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

Incomplete notes by Edward Hitchcock listing different motives for living a temperate life and providing explanations for those motives. The first item in the list is missing and part of the second reason listed is illegible. Hitchcock claims that chemistry, physiology, morality, and religion all favor temperance, that practicing temperance sets a good example, and that abstaining from alcohol increases happiness.

Edward Hitchcock notes on motives for temperance
Scientific & exigetic errors of the temperance reformation

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

Notes by Edward Hitchcock enumerating scientific and exegetic errors of the temperance reformation. Hitchcock lists errors that have been made and errors that have yet to be eradicated. He also includes a note about a theory by a "Prof. Emmons" (possibly the geologist Ebenezer Emmons) on page 222 of an 1851 publication.

Scientific & exigetic errors of the temperance reformation
Edward Hitchcock essay on genius and application

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

In the first part of the essay Edward Hitchcock discusses the concept of genius and argues that natural ability has less to do with genius than hard work and applying oneself. He claims that there are not more examples of genius in the world because mankind is lazy and does not want to work hard enough. Later, Hitchcock writes about what he sees as an approaching downfall of the country, discussing Europe and the French Revolution, and encourages his fellow countrymen to arise from their lethargy and take action to defend the United States from the government as it is under Thomas Jefferson.

Edward Hitchcock essay on genius and application
Edward Hitchcock lecture notes on liquor trafficking, 1837

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

Notes by Edward Hitchcock for remarks delivered before the American Temperance Society on the idea the buying and selling of liquors is inconsistent with the cause of temperance, even if those buying and selling abstain from liquor themselves. Hitchcock provides reasons for his belief and states that traffic in distilled liquors is inconsistent with Christianity and should be ended throughout the world.

Edward Hitchcock lecture notes on liquor trafficking, 1837
Edward Hitchcock lecture notes on temperance

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

Notes by Edward Hitchcock apparently intended for an address to a group of people on the subject of temperance. Hitchcock discusses his own history with the temperance movement, laments what appears to be a loss of momentum for the movement, and stresses the need to continue the fight for total abstinence from alcohol, suggesting the distribution of literature about temperance as a key part of the movement's success.

Edward Hitchcock lecture notes on temperance
Edward Hitchcock lecture notes on temperance, 1848

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

Notes by Edward Hitchcock for an address to the County Temperance Society at Northampton on the subject of temperance. Hitchcock stresses that temperance benefits people from every age and class and should therefore be supported by those from every age and class. He then gives reasons why temperance should be supported, and also briefly mentions motivations for opposition.

Edward Hitchcock lecture notes on temperance, 1848
Reasons for joining a temperance society

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

A list by Edward Hitchcock enumerating five reasons to join a temperance society.

Reasons for joining a temperance society
Edward Hitchcock notes and quoted poetry

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

Notes by Edward Hitchcock intended for a public address, reminding his intended listeners take particular heed of a few specific religious ideas, essentially asking them to perform a self-examination of their consciences. On the back of the page Hitchcock has quoted a few lines of "The Curse of Kehama" by Robert Southey and listed hymn numbers and Bible verses.

Edward Hitchcock notes and quoted poetry
Edward Hitchcock notes on drunkenness

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

Notes by Edward Hitchcock positing that the blame for drunkenness should lay on those who overindulge rather than on the existence of liquors. He likens liquor to fire and poison, claiming that people use them in appropriate ways and not for their own destruction. He says drunkenness and damage resulting from it is the fault of those who cannot control their drinking, not the fault of drink itself. On the verso is some crossed out writing that appears to be about Franklin County and the town of Deerfield.

Edward Hitchcock notes on drunkenness
Edward Hitchcock notes on temperance

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

Notes by Edward Hitchcock discussing a history of temperance, the formation of temperance societies, and National Temperance Conventions. The notes appear to be intended for a lecture or speech. Hitchcock emphasizes the pledge to abstain from all alcohol, including wine, beer, and cider, and stresses the importance of this pledge to the temperance cause. Notes to himself on anecdotes to share and passages to read are included throughout.

Edward Hitchcock notes on temperance
Edward Hitchcock notes on temperance and science

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

Notes by Edward Hitchcock discussing scientific arguments for abstaining from wine, beer, and cider. Hitchcock notes that it is generally accepted that the temperance movement requires abstaining from liquors, but he says some men maintain that the alcohol in wine, beer, and cider is somehow different. Hitchcock discusses the scientific reasons why this is not true, and refutes the arguments against abstaining from all these beverages. He additionally refutes arguments against temperance that cite the Bible's treatment of wine.

Edward Hitchcock notes on temperance and science
Edward Hitchcock notes on temperance, 1836 December 21 and 1837 February 28

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

Notes by Edward Hitchcock on a Temperance Convention in 1836 and a temperance meeting in 1837. The notes discuss the importance of pledging to abstain from all alcoholic beverages for the success of the temperance movement. Hitchcock notes the progress that has been made by people pledging to abstain from spirits, but writes that wine and other alcoholic beverages must now also be excluded from consumption. He lists several temperance societies and conventions which have adopted such a pledge, and emphasizes the importance that it be adopted by all. He then discusses a beverage he refers to as "Amherst Tea" and its benefits.

Edward Hitchcock notes on temperance, 1836 December 21 and 1837 February 28
Antivenenean Society resolutions regarding Edward Hitchcock

Amherst College. Antivenenean Society

Undated resolutions adopted in memory of Edward Hitchcock, recognizing his work for the Cause of Temperance. The document is unsigned; it has been inferred that it was created by the Antivenenean Society of Amherst College.

Antivenenean Society resolutions regarding Edward Hitchcock