All Items 19 Collection 1 Archives & Special Collections 19 Contributor 20 Humphrey, Heman, 1779-1861 19 Amherst College 15 Collegiate Institution (Amherst, Mass.) 6 Amherst Academy (Amherst, Mass.) 2 Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 2 Alden, Joseph, 1807-1885 1 Amherst College. Board of Trustees 1 Amherst College. Social Union Society 1 Armstrong, Samuel Turell, 1784-1850 1 Bacon, Jepthah, 1770-1851 1 Barnes, Albert, 1798-1870 1 Brinsmade, H. N. (Horatio Nelson), 1798-1879 1 Child, Linus, 1803-1870 1 Clayes, Dana, 1792-1877 1 Coffin, John G. (John Gorham), 1769-1829 1 Davis, John Brazer, 1798-1832 1 Duer, William Alexander, 1780-1858 1 Eddy, Zechariah, 1780-1860 1 Fiske, N. W., (Nathan Welby), 1798-1847 1 Holmes, Sylvester, 1788-1866 1 show more 15 show fewer Location 3 Amherst 4 Massachusetts 4 New York (State) 1 Topic 15 Correspondence 19 History 15 Admission 4 Presidents 3 College discipline 2 Degrees, Academic 2 Discipline 2 Student aid 2 Students 2 Charters 1 Death and burial 1 Finance 1 Funds and scholarships 1 Physical education and training 1 Universities and colleges 1 show more 10 show fewer Part Of 4 Amherst College Early History Manuscripts and Pamphlets Collection 14 Amherst College Early History Collection 2 Edward and Orra White Hitchcock Papers 2 Justin Perkins (AC 1829) Papers 1 Genre 4 Correspondence 19 Letters of introduction 3 Copies (derivative objects) 2 Letters of recommendation 1 Subject 20 Humphrey, Heman, 1779-1861 – Correspondence 19 Amherst College – History 15 Amherst College – Presidents 3 Collegiate Institution (Amherst, Mass.) 3 Amherst Academy (Amherst, Mass.) – Admission 2 College discipline – Massachusetts – Amherst 2 Collegiate Institution (Amherst, Mass.) – Admission 2 Degrees, Academic – Massachusetts – Amherst 2 Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864 – Correspondence 2 Student aid 2 Alden, Joseph, 1807-1885 – Correspondence 1 Amherst College – Charters 1 Amherst College – Finance 1 Amherst College – Funds and scholarships 1 Amherst College – Students – Discipline 1 Amherst College. Social Union Society – Correspondence 1 Armstrong, Samuel Turell, 1784-1850 – Correspondence 1 Bacon, Jepthah, 1770-1851 – Correspondence 1 Barnes, Albert, 1798-1870 – Correspondence 1 Brinsmade, H. N. (Horatio Nelson), 1798-1879 1 show more 15 show fewer Heman Humphrey letter to Justin Perkins, 1837 January 1 Humphrey, Heman, 1779-1861 H. Humphrey letter to Justin Perkins in which Humphrey writes regarding what they have heard of Perkins' mission, saying that when he left America the churches little thought that the way of the Lord would be so well prepared among the Nestorians. He expresses his hopes that the Lord will bless Perkins and goes on to write regarding what Perkins' should expect. He discusses the likelihood that Perkins will encounter difficulties due to "the god of this world," presumably referring to the prevalence of the Islamic faith. He discusses "the drought" in American churches regarding the Holy Spirit and interests in missions and notes his own improved health. Heman Humphrey letter to Justin Perkins, 1837 January 1 Linus Child letter to Heman Humphrey, 1844 October 7 Child, Linus, 1803-1870 Linus Child, Trustee of Amherst College, letter to College President Heman Humphrey in which Child responds to a letter from Humphrey informing him that Professor Warner (Aaron Warner) has consented to accept the chair of Professor of Rhetoric at Amherst College. Child also writes regarding other information Humphrey provided, namely that Mr. Barnes would decline the office of the President if it should be offered to him. He explains his delay in responding to this, mentioning Armstrong (presumably Samuel T. Armstrong) during his explanation. He goes on to say that he feels that they should desist from making any further attempts to select a new President as they have already made enough unsuccessful attempts to do so. It has been determined that Mr. Barnes is Albert Barnes. The letter is pasted onto another piece of paper with an unattributed note at the top. Linus Child letter to Heman Humphrey, 1844 October 7 Samuel Turell Armstrong letter to Heman Humphrey, 1842 March 30 Armstrong, Samuel Turell, 1784-1850 Sam (Samuel) T. Armstrong, Trustee of Amherst College, letter to College President Heman Humphrey in which Armstrong writes regarding the proposal to grant David Magie an honorary Doctor of Divinity degree from Amherst College. Armstrong states that he is enclosing two letters asking for this. He notes that Dr. Armstrong is one of the writers of the enclosed letters he has mentioned, and the other is "Judge B." He asks for Humphrey's consideration of the request. The enclosures no longer accompany this letter. The letter is pasted onto a another piece of paper with an unattributed note at the top. Samuel Turell Armstrong letter to Heman Humphrey, 1842 March 30 Dana Clayes letter to Heman Humphrey, 1824 June 21 Clayes, Dana, 1792-1877 Dana Clayes letter to Heman Humphrey in which Clayes inquires, per the request of Daniel Blood, about the Collegiate Institution in Amherst. Clayes states that Blood is a beneficiary "of the Academy in this place," presumably Kimball Union Academy. On behalf of Blood, Clayes asks Humphrey about the costs associated with attending the Collegiate Institution and potential financial assistance. Clayes states that if the pecuniary circumstances at Amherst are as favorable as elsewhere, Blood thinks he will apply for admission next fall. Clayes asks Humphrey to direct a letter to Blood with the answers to his questions and writes in a postscript that Blood is a young gentlemen of decided piety and respectable scholarship. Dana Clayes letter to Heman Humphrey, 1824 June 21 Albert Barnes letter to Heman Humphrey, 1844 October 8 Barnes, Albert, 1798-1870 Albert Barnes letter to Heman Humphrey in which Barnes responds to the offer made by Humphrey and the Board of Trustees to appoint Barnes as President of Amherst College. Barnes discusses how honored he was by the offer and states that he knows the College has been a great blessing to the land under Humphrey's administration. Barnes goes on, however, to decline the offer and explain his reasons for doing so, primarily relating to his reluctance to leave his current position. He states that he thinks he can foresee that there would be peril to the harmony of the church in selecting another pastor and that the interests of religion in his city would be likely to suffer. He writes that another reason he must decline is that he feels it is his duty to preach the gospel. In closing, he prays that the Board will find a man who is qualified to fill the position and wishes Humphrey well. Albert Barnes letter to Heman Humphrey, 1844 October 8 Jepthah Bacon letter to Heman Humphrey, 1824 March 16 Bacon, Jepthah, 1770-1851 Jepthah Bacon letter to Heman Humphrey in which Bacon writes regarding his son Peter C. Bacon (Peter Child Bacon). Jepthah Bacon explains that his son has been at Brown University but has now left and hopes to become a student at the Collegiate Institution. Bacon describes the circumstances of his son's leaving Brown, including a misunderstanding with Brown's president over Peter's need to have time off from college in order to work at a school and make money for funding the cost of his attendance. He goes on to ask that Humphrey receive his son into the Institution and states that he will be accountable for all lawful bills against Peter during his term. Jepthah Bacon letter to Heman Humphrey, 1824 March 16 Zechariah Eddy letter to Heman Humphrey, 1824 May 4 Eddy, Zechariah, 1780-1860 Zech. Eddy letter to Heman Humphrey in which Eddy introduces Josiah O. Standish and George L. Holmes. Eddy states that they are both now patronized by the American Education Society and propose to commence studies at Amherst Academy to prepare for entry to the Collegiate Institution. Eddy also mentions Shadrach Atwood and Hilliard Bryant who were introduced to Humphrey by Sylvester Holmes. It has been determined that Zech. Eddy stands for Zechariah Eddy. Zechariah Eddy letter to Heman Humphrey, 1824 May 4 David Sears letter to Heman Humphrey, 1844 December 4 Sears, David, 1787-1871 David Sears letter to Heman Humphrey in which Sears writes regarding a fund, presumably the Sears Fund of Literature and Benevolence. Sears states that he received Humphrey's last letter and will now record the votes passed by the Trustees of Amherst College on June 19, 1843 in Worcester and those passed on November 15, 1843 in Amherst. He writes that based on those votes he understands that his letter to the Trustees from last June and his deed to them from last July, creating a trust, are both in the Records of the College and are to govern the action of the Trustees. Sears goes on to say that this is sufficient and nothing more is required for a clear understanding of his plan and purpose. He writes that he will send the books and sketch he promised in the future and that he is gratified that the Trustees are pleased with the Foundation he has established. He hopes the College will be able to receive the full benefit of the Fund in the future and that in the meantime it may free the College from the embarrassment under which it now labors. Sears states that is believed that the present debt will be paid off in a few years. David Sears letter to Heman Humphrey, 1844 December 4 Edwards Amasa Park letter to the Trustees of Amherst College with note to Heman Humphrey, 1844 June 28 Park, Edwards Amasa, 1808-1900 Edwards A. Park, a professor at Andover Theological Society, letter to the Trustees of Amherst College in which Park responds to the request of the Trustees to appoint him President of Amherst College. He states that he received the copy of the vote the Trustees made at a meeting on the nineteenth, and he is honored. He writes that he cannot deny that Amherst would be a more agreeable place or residence than about any other place, and discusses the town and the character of its citizens. He also writes positively of Amherst College and states his interest in the welfare of the College. However, Park goes on to say, he does not see how he could abandon his department of Sacred Rhetoric and turn his attention to a different set of studies. He writes that he also believes his physical system is insufficient to sustain the responsibilities of the Presidency of Amherst College. He thanks the Trustees for their offer, but declines it. Following the letter to the Trustees, which is signed by Park (although written in an unattributed hand), there is a brief letter to Heman Humphrey (written in Park's hand) asking that Humphrey communicate the preceding letter to the Board of Trustees along with his assurances that it was a difficult decision for him. Edwards Amasa Park letter to the Trustees of Amherst College with note to Heman Humphrey, 1844 June 28 Sylvester Holmes letter to Heman Humphrey, 1824 April 16 Holmes, Sylvester, 1788-1866 S. Holmes letter to Heman Humphrey in which Holmes introduces S. Atwood and H. Bryant who wish to enter Humphrey's "academy in Amherst," presumably Amherst Academy. Holmes states that the two young men will have the patronage of the "Ben. Ea. Soc," the society of which F.P. Howland and J.S. Clark are also beneficiaries. He writes that he and the other members of this society would be glad to hear from Humphrey regarding the standing and progress of the young men that they have sent or may send to Amherst. He also states that some in his region feel a deep interest in regards to the Institution over which Humphrey presides (the Collegiate Institution) and even if they have no money, they can pray for Humphrey and send him their sons. Holmes goes on to comment on Humphrey's petition to the legislature, presumably the petition by the Collegiate Institution for charter, stating "I do think nothing could have been done for you more for your prosperity than the opposition of enemies and the prayers of friends." It has been determined that S. Holmes refers to Sylvester Holmes and S. Atwood and H. Bryant refer to Shadrach Atwood and Hilliard Bryant. Sylvester Holmes letter to Heman Humphrey, 1824 April 16 Copy of Heman Humphrey letter to Henry C. Towner, 1824 March 31 Humphrey, Heman, 1779-1861 Heman Humphrey letter to Collegiate Institution student Henry C. Towner in which Humphrey writes regarding Towner's alleged paternity of the child of Eliza, the maid of Mrs. Moore (presumably Phebe Moore). Humphrey writes that he has received Towner's letter of the 24th and that he has no way of deciding as of yet whether or not Towner is innocent in the matter. He states that he has been told that Eliza has persisted in declaring that the child is Towner's and that as the case now stands he does not see how Towner could be again received as a member of this Institution. However, he writes that should Towner come down and convince the faculty of his innocence, his application for admission would stand on the same ground as other applicants of fair character. Humphrey asks if Towner is member of Williams College as he thinks Towner's name is in their catalogue. He also states that he must be clear that, should Towner fail to satisfy the faculty of his innocence, he should not consider this letter as proof that he can be received at the Collegiate Institution. The letter is noted as "a true copy." Copy of Heman Humphrey letter to Henry C. Towner, 1824 March 31 John Gorham Coffin letter to Heman Humphrey, 1824 April 14 Coffin, John G. (John Gorham), 1769-1829 J.G. Coffin (John Gorham Coffin) letter to Heman Humphrey in which Coffin writes regarding physical education. Coffin states that he was so grateful with a part of Humphrey's address on the subject and that he would like to say a few words on it as well. Coffin elaborates on his belief in the value of instruction on the care of the body. He also states that he is confident that whatever seminary in the country will first admit the natural connection between physical, moral, and intellectual education and practically demonstrate the feasibility of attending to each will succeed beyond other schools and will be hailed as a public blessing. He further discusses his views on the harmony of the physical, moral, and intellectual constitutions of human beings and how one can improve and educate in regards to each. Coffin also sends his best wishes for Humphrey's Institution (the Collegiate Institution). John Gorham Coffin letter to Heman Humphrey, 1824 April 14 Elijah Hunt Mills letter to Heman Humphrey, 1824 May 3 Mills, Elijah Hunt, 1776-1829 E.H. Mills letter to Heman Humphrey in which Mills responds to a recent letter from Humphrey with a request from the Trustees of the Amherst Collegiate Institution for Mills to provide his professional services before a Committee of the Legislature at an approaching session. Mills writes that he fears he will be unable to return home in time to comply with the request and explains his reasons. He expresses his respectful acknowledgments for the favorable regard of the Trustees. It has been determined that E.H. Mills refers to Elijah Hunt Mills. Elijah Hunt Mills letter to Heman Humphrey, 1824 May 3 John Brazer Davis letter to Heman Humphrey, 1824 April 28 Davis, John Brazer, 1798-1832 John Brazer Davis letter to Heman Humphrey in which Davis writes regarding the current debate over the incorporation of the Collegiate Institution in Amherst. Davis states that he is the supervisor of the leading Republican newspaper in New England, the Patriot, and that, in his estimation, the incorporation of the Institution as a college is demanded by every consideration of sound public policy and justice. Thus, Davis continues, he would cheerfully appropriate the columns of the Patriot to any essays on the topic. He asks to receive a reply and information regarding the present state of the Institution. In closing, Davis reiterates his intent to give Humphrey his sincere and zealous cooperation. John Brazer Davis letter to Heman Humphrey, 1824 April 28 William Alexander Duer letter to Heman Humphrey, 1824 June 12 Duer, William Alexander, 1780-1858 W.A. Duer letter to Heman Humphrey in which Duer writes that, as requested, he is enclosing a copy of the report made to the Board of Regents of the University of the State of New York regarding the charter applications of "Ithica and Geneva Colleges," presumably Ithaca College and Hobart College. It has been determined that W.A. Duer stands for William Alexander Duer. The letter is addressed to Heman Humphrey, care of the Reverend B. Wisner. Rev. B. possibly refers to Benjamin Blydenburg Wisner. The enclosure no longer accompanies this item. William Alexander Duer letter to Heman Humphrey, 1824 June 12 Joseph Alden letter to Heman Humphrey, 1839 August 9 Alden, Joseph, 1807-1885 Joseph Alden letter to Heman Humphrey in which Alden writes to recommend that Humphrey confer an honorary degree of Doctor of Divinity to H.N. Brinsmade (Horatio Nelson Brinsmade), a pastor in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. Alden writes of Brinsmade's character, work as a minister, and church and states that he is the type of man that the institutions of the church ought to honor. He also notes that Brinsmade has served on the Board of Trustees of Williams College for several years, but the Board does not confer degrees on any of their own body. Joseph Alden letter to Heman Humphrey, 1839 August 9 Copy of Heman Humphrey letter to the members of the Social Union, 1834 January 1 Humphrey, Heman, 1779-1861 Heman Humphrey statement, made by vote and in behalf of the faculty, to the Social Union of Amherst College regarding anonymous compositions in literary societies. Humphrey states that, as he recently addressed the entire student body regarding the hurtful tendency of anonymous compositions in the three literary societies of the College, he will not again repeat the arguments of himself and the faculty. He discusses instead the damage to fraternal harmony of such anonymous compositions in general and the role of the faculty and trustees in relation to the College societies. Humphrey writes that the faculty wishes for the prosperity of every member of their society, but no society in the College can be allowed to defeat a measure for which the public good calls. Thus, Humphrey continues, the Social Union must give up the anonymous department as the Alexandrian and Athenian Societies have already done, and they cannot allow any more anonymous compositions to be read or spoken in their meetings. He writes that in regard to the mischief which has already been done, the faculty can only excuse themselves for not interfering sooner by saying that they had no concept of the extent and magnitude of the evil. The document is noted as "a true copy." Copy of Heman Humphrey letter to the members of the Social Union, 1834 January 1 Heman Humphrey letter to Edward Hitchcock, 1848 June 16 Humphrey, Heman, 1779-1861 A letter in which Heman Humphrey expresses his regret that he will not be able to accept Hitchcock's invitation to "meet the friends and patrons of Amherst College" at an event marking the College's emergence from financial crisis. Heman Humphrey letter to Edward Hitchcock, 1848 June 16 Heman Humphrey letter to Edward Hitchcock, 1848 January 14 Humphrey, Heman, 1779-1861 A letter in which Heman Humphrey apologizes to Hitchcock for his delay in preparing the tribute to the memory of Professor Fiske that was requested by the faculty and Trustees of Amherst College. It has been inferred that Professor Fiske is Nathan Welby Fiske, former professor of moral philosophy and metaphysics at Amherst College. Heman Humphrey letter to Edward Hitchcock, 1848 January 14
