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Benjamin Labaree letter to Justin Perkins

Labaree, Benjamin, 1834-1906

Benj Labaree letter to Justin Perkins in which Labaree writes regarding the likely delay of an ordination, mentioning Mar Yosip (or possibly Yosif), Eleeza, and Mar Yohannan. He goes to on to say that he will let Perkins know when he can get up to Seir to see to the stone cutter. He writes about the call from Latif yesterday, noting that Latif says he has not spoken against them or their work. Labaree also shares that Ali Naki Khan asks for another turkey, that Mar Yosip has made no reply to the letter from Botan, and that Labaree sent Odeshoo off with the letters. He discusses "another case of girl snatching by mussulmans" (Muslims) that occurred yesterday.

Benjamin Labaree letter to Justin Perkins
Mary Susan Rice letter to Justin Perkins, 1860 October 1

Rice, Mary Susan, 1821-1905

M. S. Rice letter to Justin Perkins in which Rice writes about the spread of the news that they will return to Persia, mentioning Mr. Breath, Anna, Hormezd, and Judith. She discusses the loss of Mr. Thompson and grief of his widow. Rice says that at their Syriac Monthly Concert, Pera prayed for friends who had yet to hear. She also notes the deaths of several others: David in Malta, one of Deacon's sons, Martha's mother's widowed sister, and Yonan and his wife's son Justin and "their Ripka." She writes of visiting the graveyard in Ada. Rice addresses Charlotte Bass Perkins as "Dear sister," sharing what Hannah told her of Judith (Grant Perkins). She addresses Justin again, discussing the piety of Moressa of Superghan and her husband's drinking. She shares news of Priest Echoo's illness and remarks on Deacon Isaac preaching and teaching the women in Sabbath school. In closing, Rice asks them to make a farewell call to her mother.

Mary Susan Rice letter to Justin Perkins, 1860 October 1
Austin Hazen Wright letter to Justin Perkins, 1859 June 16

Wright, Austin Hazen, 1811-1865

A.H. Wright letter to Justin Perkins in which Wright provides the recent resolution of the mission that Deacon Isaac be given a "present" of money and they obtain a fund to be able to pay him a similar amount yearly so that he does not have to leave Oroomiah (Urmia) and return to the mountains due to debt. He writes about disagreements and discussion about the resolution, noting Mr. Cochran's and Mr. Breath's views. Wright remarks on the value of Deacon Isaac and on his future plans. He asks Perkins to share his response on the subject and goes on to discuss his own health and work on the proofs. He also writes about the young Prince's power, the famine, the sad state of Geog Tapa where there is strong feeling against John, and the travels of Mr. Ambrose.

Austin Hazen Wright letter to Justin Perkins, 1859 June 16
Austin Hazen Wright letter to Justin Perkins

Wright, Austin Hazen, 1811-1865

A portion of a letter from A.H. Wright to Justin Perkins in which Wright writes regarding individual Nestorians, members of the mission, and other updates relating to the mission and its printing operations. Lona, Elkhas, Elkhas' son, Pasha Khan, Shimon, Mr. Breath, Wright's infant, Mr. Ambrose, Mr. Thompson, Mr. Shedd, Dr. Anderson, Mar Yohannan along with members of his family, Priest Aslan, Challaby, Meerza, and Hormezd and his son are individuals mentioned in the letter. Multiple local villages are also mentioned: Seir, Dizza Takka, Karajaloo, and Geog Tapa. Wright notes current activities of British and Russian diplomats, including Mr. Abbott. He says that the Persians are gathering in force in Khorassan to proceed to Merve where a large Turcoman (Turkoman) force is concentrated aided by the Beloochees.

Austin Hazen Wright letter to Justin Perkins
Benjamin Labaree letter to Justin Perkins, 1867 June 28

Labaree, Benjamin, 1834-1906

Benj Labaree letter to Justin Perkins in which Labaree responds to news of Perkins' journey and updates Perkins on business of the mission. He writes regarding the mission meetings over the estimates and the readjustment of their work. He provides details on the locations and responsibilities assigned to Cochran, Coan, Shedd, himself, and the Dr. He notes that he and the Dr. will now be responsible for the Armenian populations in various villages. He goes on to discuss the new English mission in Tabreez (Tabriz) for the "Mussulmans" (Muslims), Armenians, and Jews with missionaries Robert Bruce and John Tyler of the Church Missionary Society. He notes that the information on this mission comes from Deacon Syad. He writes about how many missionaries they should have in Tabreez, mentioning the Bible Society. Labaree also writes of private matters, including the selling of Perkins' house and article at Seir. He notes that they are thinking of opening a bookshop and discusses Miss Dean. Tears on this letter have been stitched together.

Benjamin Labaree letter to Justin Perkins, 1867 June 28
Justin Perkins letter to Asa Bullard, 1837 July 20

Perkins, Justin, 1805-1869

J. Perkins letter or draft of a letter to Asa Bullard in which Perkins responds to a letter from Bullard and remarks on his recovered health. He assures Bullard that decisions regarding publication of letters he sends Bullard are entirely up to Bullard's judgement. He concludes by saying that on this sheet he sends Bullard a short account of their Sabbath School. Following the letter is the account in which describes the Sabbath School of the Nestorian Mission and mentions Dr. Grant and Mar Yohanna (also called Mar Yohannan). The account was published with some variations in the February 1838 issue of the Sabbath School Visiter.

Justin Perkins letter to Asa Bullard, 1837 July 20
Benjamin Labaree letter to Justin Perkins, 1866 August 19

Labaree, Benjamin, 1834-1906

Benj Labaree letter to Justin Perkins in which Labaree reports on the health of Miss Rice and thanks Perkins for the particulars in regard to Mr. Thompson and the delegations. He mentions Deacon Ishak. He says he feels adrift about Nestorian affairs and provides his negative opinions about the Nestorian people. He discusses Mar Yohannan, Yonan, the Malek, and leadership in general amongst the Nestorians. Labaree says that his chief comfort is in President Johnson's sentiment, "that time is an important element in reform," and writes specifically about the people of Gavalan (Gavlan, Urmia). Baboona, Jaffar Koolif Agha, and Yahya Khan are also discussed.

Benjamin Labaree letter to Justin Perkins, 1866 August 19
Mary Susan Rice letter to Charlotte Bass and Justin Perkins, 1859 June 4

Rice, Mary Susan, 1821-1905

M. S. Rice letter to Justin and Charlotte Bass Perkins in which Rice shares that they (at the Nestorian Mission) have prayed for Justin to recover from illness and be able to return. She remarks on the "season of refreshing at Seir," mentioning Danick and his wife and Hormezd's wife and daughter. Rice shares the plans of Sara, Oshana's wife; Hormezd of Aliawa; and Segu of Geog Tapa to go labor in Koordistan (Kurdistan). Rice writes about Guyly, Shlemon's sister; little Gozel; Martha, the daughter of Yakob; Dr. Jospeh's Sara; and the hours of signing in their school (the Nestorian Female Seminary). In closing, she thanks the Perkinses for visiting her father at his death bed. Mar Sergis, Rakhil, Priest Yohannan's daughter, and Henry (Perkins) are also mentioned in the letter.

Mary Susan Rice letter to Charlotte Bass and Justin Perkins, 1859 June 4
Benjamin Labaree letter to Justin Perkins, 1865 March 24

Labaree, Benjamin, 1834-1906

Benj Labaree letter to Justin Perkins in which Labaree writes from Supergan and says that Perkins' letter reached him at Chamekee. He responds to Perkins' letter, comparing the rainfall on the mountain side to their own. He writes of the congregations they've visited, including Mr. Shedd's experience at Ada and the Chamakee congregation. He compares the work of Deacon Siad and Yonan and writes about "several entering into the kingdom." Labaree remarks on Brother Yohannan.

Benjamin Labaree letter to Justin Perkins, 1865 March 24
Benjamin Labaree letter to Justin Perkins, April 18

Labaree, Benjamin, 1834-1906

Benj Labaree letter to Justin Perkins in which Labaree says that he will not argue further on the subject though he hopes Perkins will look more favorably on the plan of accompanying Mr. Rhea before the time of going arrives. He writes regarding their independence of action and relations with the Chamakee people and Mirza Nejjef Ali. He writes of Ali's recent commission of Colonel, increase in position, aims to be the governor of all the Christians, and suggestion that the missionaries petition the Prince through himself for the recovery of Mr. Shedd's property. In a postscript, Labaree asked to be loaned Lady Sheil's work on Persia.

Benjamin Labaree letter to Justin Perkins, April 18
Benjamin Labaree letter to Justin Perkins, 1863 January 30

Labaree, Benjamin, 1834-1906

Benj Labaree letter to Justin Perkins in which Labaree responds to a note from Perkins, writing regarding the conversation reported to Perkins by Dr. Wright. He mentions their Enfield friends. Labaree discusses their discrepancies in his and Perkins' representations in regard to their work, the people, and the country. He explains the influence of the views of Mr. Cochran and Mr. Breath on his own impressions. He shares that "I must say I never expect to entertain the pleasing views of Persia or the Nestorians that you have formed from your standpoint of observation." Labaree expresses his desire to serve his Master among the Nestorians. In a postscript he mentions another's statement to their friends and pictures he will sent Perkins.

Benjamin Labaree letter to Justin Perkins, 1863 January 30
Austin Hazen Wright letter to Justin Perkins, 1861 June 21

Wright, Austin Hazen, 1811-1865

A.H. Wright letter to Justin Perkins in which Wright notes the arrival of Perkins to the country (the United States) and responds to a letter from Perkins. He remarks on Perkins' joy in England and asks about Perkins' plans and prospects. He also writes about the cheering news from Oroomiah (Urmia). He says he is enclosing a letter from Mr. Breath and shares news from Mr. Rhea about donations, news about a Persian Bible being read at a Mollah's in Khoy, and other mission news from Priest Eshoo and Joseph. He also says that Mrs. Wright is sick, provides updates on their travels in the U.S., and notes that his head is easily confused though his general health is good.

Austin Hazen Wright letter to Justin Perkins, 1861 June 21
Justin Perkins letter to William Seymour Tyler, 1841 February 16

Perkins, Justin, 1805-1869

J. Perkins letter to William S. Tyler in which Perkins responds to Tyler's letter and news of his marriage. He shares news of the death of their only son, William, writes about their grief, and shares news of the birth of a daughter who is now six months old. He writes about the negative effects of sickness and bereavements on Mrs. Perkins health, the struggle they would go through if they needed to leave the missionary field temporarily or permanently, and their plans for recreation for her. Perkins also remarks on Priest Abraham and provides updates on their mission, native pastors, congregations, seminary, and press. He notes trials, including the Papists pouring in upon them. He responds to news of the prosperity of (Amherst) College.

Justin Perkins letter to William Seymour Tyler, 1841 February 16
Benjamin Labaree letter to Justin Perkins

Labaree, Benjamin, 1834-1906

Benj Labaree letter to Justin Perkins in which Labaree writes regarding Mr. Rhea's current health status. He also says that he has seen Mr. Coan in regard to the Communion and neither Coan nor he objects to its postponement if the brethren at Seir decide it. Labaree shares that Mirza Nejjeff Ali is talking about the Barandooy matter and the letter Mar Yohannan and Priest Sergis sent to Tiflis. He says Ali is going to send for Brother Yosif and demand the paper. He remarks that Ali talks against the papists and says he has authority to drive Monsieur Warris out of the country.

Benjamin Labaree letter to Justin Perkins
Austin Hazen Wright letter to Justin Perkins, 1859 September 27 to 29

Wright, Austin Hazen, 1811-1865

A.H. Wright letter to Justin Perkins in which Wright writes regarding the disagreement between Mar Yohannan and his brother Dr. Joseph and Joseph's wife and shares something written in Syriac. He also discusses the value of Deacon Isaac and writes about the differences of opinion between other members of the Nestorian community regarding the disagreement. Wright discusses other news: the death of Usta Yohannan, robberies by Harkee Koords (Kurds), a fight between the Tekhomeans and the Tiarcans (mentioning also the Artoosh Koords and Bass people), a report that the wife of Shlemon ran off with a man from Tekhoma, the Shah's activities and the state of the capital, and updates on several missionaries' travels. He writes about the last proof of the Ancient Syriac Grammar and notes the death of Gozel. He also writes about the high price of wheat and how the mission may have to cut off some helpers in order to help others. He briefly mentions Sir Henry Rawlinson.

Austin Hazen Wright letter to Justin Perkins, 1859 September 27 to 29
Franklin Slosson and William Jessup Armstrong letter to Justin Perkins, 1846 January 31 and February 18

Slosson, Franklin

Franklin Slosson letter to Justin Perkins in which Slosson writes as secretary of a Presbyterian Church Sabbath School. He writes regarding the school, mentioning Francis Armstrong, and says that they have adopted Sarah Abraham (a student at the Nestorian Female Seminary) as their beneficiary. He goes on to remark on Perkins' Mission, mention Perkins' friend, and note the deaths of missionaries Mrs. Polman (Pohlman) and Mrs. Doty. William J. Armstrong also writes to Perkins, discussing the school and the village in which it is located. He writes of the "spiritual winter" in New York City and says that they hope to hear of the Lord's work with Perkins, especially at Geog Tapa (Gug Tappeh, Urmia).

Franklin Slosson and William Jessup Armstrong letter to Justin Perkins, 1846 January 31 and February 18
Sarah P. Coan letter to Justin Perkins

Coan, S. P. (Sarah P.)

S.P. Coan (presumably Sarah P. Coan) letter to Justin Perkins in which Coan responds to notes. She addresses the suggestion for a door keeper, says she regrets they will not be in Gawar by winter, comments on someone reaching Oroomiah (Urmia), and discusses the school room. She also writes regarding the masons and the difficulties they will face if they chose to come. She expresses her dread that the Moudir may come and her hope to stay there (presumably in Memikan). Coan remarks on the "Koords" (Kurds) several times. In a postscript, she says that she hopes to see such a school there as that of Miss Fisk and Miss Rice in Oroomiah. Shaleas, Deacon Tamo's wife, Henry, and two individuals with illegible names are mentioned.

Sarah P. Coan letter to Justin Perkins
Letter from unidentified correspondent to Justin Perkins, 1841 April 26

Perkins, Justin, 1805-1869

A letter from an unidentified correspondent to Justin Perkins in which the sender relays an account of an earthquake in a village near Ararat (presumably near Mount Ararat, Turkey) in which it is indicated that the earthquake was a result of an Armenian priest intending to have a mock ceremony relating to the death of Hussein. He writes that Persians say that subsequently the Emperor of Russia forbade subjects to ridicule the Islamic faith. He goes on to discuss news regarding the Nestorian Mission and his upcoming journey, apologize for previous insulting correspondence, and thank Perkins and Mr. Breath (presumably Edward Breath) for the Nestorian tract. The signature on this document is illegible.

Letter from unidentified correspondent to Justin Perkins, 1841 April 26
List of people admitted to communion, 1858 September 1

Nestorian Mission

An unattributed list of "persons admitted to the communion" on September 1, 1858. The communion was likely held in Seir by the Nestorian Mission. The list consists of mostly women.

List of people admitted to communion, 1858 September 1
Letter from unidentified correspondent to Justin Perkins with enclosure, 1840 February 17

Perkins, Justin, 1805-1869

A letter with an illegible signature to Justin Perkins. The sender writes that he is enclosing a sheet with a few of his thoughts on "the recent visitations of Providence amongst us" and asks Perkins for his thoughts on it. Included is the document, dated February 10, 1840 and titled "The Dealings of Providence within this Mission." He writes that Providence has been calling for a revival by people within the Mission: firstly by sending word of successful missionary efforts in the Sandwich Islands amongst the "unlearned savages," secondly through sermons on the subject delivered by Perkins and others, and finally with smite as five children have now been taken away.

Letter from unidentified correspondent to Justin Perkins with enclosure, 1840 February 17