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Augusta Maria Denny and John Eugene Tyler letter to Justin Perkins, 1862 September 16

Tyler, Augusta M. D., 1825-1899

A.M.D. Tyler letter to Justin Perkins in which Tyler writes regarding Mrs. Perkins (Charlotte Bass Perkins). She notes her general health and writes about how Mrs. Perkins spends her time. She says that the Ladies (in the Asylum) would always find her a pleasant companion if it were not for her presentation on religious subjects in an unreasonable manner. Tyler discusses Mrs. Perkins' Christian life and how she wanted Tyler to infer that her leaving the Mission affected it. She also notes that Mrs. Perkins has never asked her if she saw Mr. Perkins there. After Mrs. Tyler's portion of the letter, John E. Tyler also provides brief updates on Mrs. Perkins' status.

Augusta Maria Denny and John Eugene Tyler letter to Justin Perkins, 1862 September 16
Susan Flint Shedd letter to Justin Perkins, 1863 October 29

Shedd, Susan F., 1825-1912

Susan F. Shedd letter to Justin Perkins in which Shedd writes regarding her recent visit with Justin's wife (Charlotte Bass Perkins) at the Asylum. She notes that Charlotte was pleased to see her, that she updated Charlotte on news of their friends, and that they talked of the bible and prayer. She shares their conversation regarding Mr. Richardson. Shedd says she has never seen Charlotte so happy "yet she bears the same marks of insanity as when she entered." She notes Charlotte's response to her asking if Henry's departure would cause her sorrow and writes positively of Dr. Tyler. She also writes about a call from Dr. Young, her own health, and her wandering son.

Susan Flint Shedd letter to Justin Perkins, 1863 October 29
Samuel Melancthon Worcester letter to Justin Perkins, 1862 September 17

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

S.M. Worcester letter to Justin Perkins in which Worcester responds to a letter from Perkins and news of his deep affliction. He briefly mentions the funeral service of Abel Lawrence and goes on to write regarding Perkins returning to Persia without his wife (Charlotte Bass Perkins). He writes about his own experience of Mrs. Worcester being in the McLean Asylum. He notes that he has not seen her in years and writes about her case, times when he thought he might move her elsewhere, and the cost. He shares his thoughts on Perkins' decision (about whether he should go to Persia and leave his wife in the asylum) and mentions Br. Treat.

Samuel Melancthon Worcester letter to Justin Perkins, 1862 September 17
Selah Burr Treat letter to Justin Perkins, 1863 April 11

Treat, Selah Burr, 1804-1877

S.B. Treat letter to Justin Perkins in which Treat explains his delay in getting to see Mrs. P. (Charlotte Bass Perkins) and writes about his visit with Dr. Tyler and then her yesterday. He notes that she was moved to another part (of the Asylum) after some troubles in the matter of her singing in church and annoying other ladies. He provides updates on her health and writes about Mrs. P.'s opinions of her husband, saying that she questions his piety and fitness to be a missionary. He also discusses Dr. Tyler's feelings about how often he should visit and if Mr. Shedd can visit. He provides his opinion that such a retreat is the best place for Mrs. P.

Selah Burr Treat letter to Justin Perkins, 1863 April 11
Selah Burr Treat letter to Justin Perkins, 1863 July 31

Treat, Selah Burr, 1804-1877

S.B. Treat letter to Justin Perkins in which Treat writes about his visit with Mrs. P. (Charlotte Bass Perkins) yesterday. He remarks on her health, says that this visit was more pleasant than the prior, and references her opinion of Mr. Perkins and Dr. Bass. He also mentions Miss Fiske, Dr. Tyler, Mr. Shedd, and Henry. Treat goes on to write about (American Board of Commissioners for Foreign Missions) business and finances, mentioning Mr. Gordon, Dr. Anderson, and Mr. Wood. He briefly discusses the (American Civil) war. He also updates Perkins on the statuses of Dr. Anderson and Dr. Young.

Selah Burr Treat letter to Justin Perkins, 1863 July 31
Augusta Maria Denny Tyler letter to Justin Perkins, February 16

Tyler, Augusta M. D., 1825-1899

A.M.D. Tyler letter to Justin Perkins in which Tyler writes regarding Mrs. Perkins (Charlotte Bass Perkins). She says that "the Doctor hopes the excitement is over and she will be willing to do as he wishes, that is use self control and not indulge in actual scolding and other signs of ill temper." She writes about how their patients (in the Asylum) have needs like children in regards to self-control and about Mrs. Perkins not being able to see why under some circumstances religious subjects ought not to be mentioned and a cheerful story might be better than a religious book for other patients. She mentions Miss Dana going to another part of the house.

Augusta Maria Denny Tyler letter to Justin Perkins, February 16
Augusta Maria Denny Tyler letter to Justin Perkins, 1862 November 16

Tyler, Augusta M. D., 1825-1899

Augusta M.D. Tyler letter to Justin Perkins in which Tyler writes regarding Mrs. Perkins (Charlotte Bass Perkins). She says that she will be absent for a few weeks as she is leaving for Ohio and writes about her last visit with Mrs. Perkins, Mrs. Perkins' companion Miss Dana, Mrs. Perkins' attendants, and the nurses (at the Asylum). She notes that Mrs. Perkins received a package. In a postscript, J.E.T. (John E. Tyler) provides a brief update on Mrs. Perkins, saying that she "has her good days and her bad ones."

Augusta Maria Denny Tyler letter to Justin Perkins, 1862 November 16
Augusta Maria Denny Tyler letter to Justin Perkins, 1863 June 18

Tyler, Augusta M. D., 1825-1899

Augusta M.D. Tyler letter to Justin Perkins in which Tyler writes regarding Mrs. Perkins (Charlotte Bass Perkins). She notes that Miss Fiske and Mrs. Perkins' brother will likely send him full accounts this month as they both visited. In addition to discussing her room and other accommodations at the Asylum, Tyler discusses her visit with Charlotte, publications Charlotte is interested in, and Charlotte's mental and physical health. She mentions her husband Dr. Tyler several times.

Augusta Maria Denny Tyler letter to Justin Perkins, 1863 June 18
Susan Flint Shedd letter to Justin Perkins, 1862 October 31

Shedd, Susan F., 1825-1912

Susan F. Shedd letter to Justin Perkins in which Shedd updates Perkins on his wife (Charlotte Bass Perkins) based on information she's received from Dr. Tyler at the Asylum. She notes Charlotte's appetite, general health, excitement, and constant church attendance. She shares a story about Charlotte's loud singing in church. She also relays Mrs. Perkins' responses to Dr. Tyler asking how long since she entertained her present feelings in regard to her husband and how long since she spoke of it, noting that in answering the latter she unconsciously dated it back to the death of Judith (Grant Perkins). Shedd says she thinks Charlotte is happier there (at the asylum) than she would be elsewhere, mentions Henry (Perkins), notes that they have moved, shares that her brother expects to be married on the 20th, and says her class want their next contribution to go to Justin's mission.

Susan Flint Shedd letter to Justin Perkins, 1862 October 31
Susan Flint Shedd letter to Justin Perkins, 1867 December 30

Shedd, Susan F., 1825-1912

Susan F. Shedd letter to Justin Perkins in which Shedd writes regarding Perkins' wife (Charlotte Bass Perkins) and the recent visit she and Miss Rice had with Charlotte. She discusses Charlotte's general and mental health and her situation at the Asylum. She also mentions the Perkinses' son Henry and Dea. Jones, who has also been at the Aslyum. She goes on to write about her family circle, including Carrie, Ephie (Ephraim) and his wife, herself, her father, and Lyman.

Susan Flint Shedd letter to Justin Perkins, 1867 December 30
Augusta Maria Denny Tyler letter to Justin Perkins, 1863 February 14

Tyler, Augusta M. D., 1825-1899

A.M.D. Tyler letter to Justin Perkins in which Tyler writes regarding Mrs. Perkins (Charlotte Bass Perkins). She says that Dr. Tyler thought she should not suggest writing Justin to Charlotte, as that would be the surest way to prevent her doing it. She discusses the loud and peculiar singing of Charlotte in church; subsequent requests for her not to sing, which made Charlotte "unreasonable;" and Charlotte's vocal dislike of one of Dr. Tyler's sermons. She also writes about books Charlotte is interested in and says that Charlotte sews for the Soldiers and reads. In an additional note, she says "I believe Mrs. P. thinks the Brattleboro Asylum was burnt as a judgement for her being there and she anticipates something for us."

Augusta Maria Denny Tyler letter to Justin Perkins, 1863 February 14
Susan Flint Shedd letter to Justin Perkins, 1863 April 23

Shedd, Susan F., 1825-1912

Susan F. Shedd letter to Justin Perkins in which Shedd writes about letters Perkins' wife (Charlotte Bass Perkins) addressed to Dr. Tyler and the directors of the Asylum. She shares that in the one to Tyler, Charlotte requested he stop coming to her door every morning and said "she little realized what was to be her fate when she said so many times perhaps the Lord did not intend that she should return to Persia." Shedd also discusses Charlotte's letter to the directors which she notes was respectful, religious, and set forth her grievances and desire to be released. Shedd expresses her hopes that Justin will keep a fatherly eye over their Susan in Persia and mentions Miss Fiske.

Susan Flint Shedd letter to Justin Perkins, 1863 April 23
Justin Perkins letter to William Seymour Tyler, 1862 March 4

Perkins, Justin, 1805-1869

J.P. letter to William S. Tyler in which Perkins remarks on his visit to Amherst and writes about the question of his return to Persia, which relates to the peculiar state of Mrs. P.'s (Charlotte Bass Perkins) health. He notes that there are few living men whose advice on the subject he would prize more than that of Tyler and Hitchcock. He says he is enclosing a letter from Mrs. Labaree which will better give him the form in which the matter lies in Mrs. P.'s mind. He asks Tyler to peruse it, give him his opinion, and return it. He also mentions the possible arrangements for Henry (Perkins) in the future. He notes the confidentiality of this letter and its contents and expresses his confusion over what he should do.

Justin Perkins letter to William Seymour Tyler, 1862 March 4
Fidelia Fiske letter to Justin Perkins, 1863 November 21 to December 7

Fiske, Fidelia, 1816-1864

Fidelia Fiske letter to Justin Perkins in which Fiske writes from South Hadley regarding Mrs. (Charlotte Bass) Perkins. She writes of her plans to speak with Dr. Tyler about Mrs. Perkins' situation in the Asylum. Fiske continues the letter in Boston. She remarks on another woman who has been removed from an asylum in Jacksonville and writes regarding the need for a physician at the Oroomiah (Urmia) Mission. She also writes of the possibility of her returning to Oroomiah. Mr. Treat, Mr. Cozzens, Dr. Bass, Dr. Anderson, Mrs. Stoddard, Mr. and Mrs. Hazen, Mrs. Shedd, Dr. Wright, Dr. Young, Miss Rice, Miss Crawford, Mr. Cochran, Mr. and Mrs. Chandler, and Mrs. Rhea are all mentioned in the letter.

Fidelia Fiske letter to Justin Perkins, 1863 November 21 to December 7
Sarah Bass Crehore letter to Justin Perkins, 1863 February 24 and March 3

Crehore, Sarah Bass, -1889

A letter from Sarah (presumably Sarah Bass Crehore) to Justin Perkins in which she writes of her unsuccessful attempt to see Charlotte (Charlotte Bass Perkins). She writes that Dr. Tyler would not let her see Charlotte. She shares news of Charlotte's health and discusses the health of herself, her family, and Middlebury friends. She also remarks on the state of the country, the weather, and Henry (presumably Henry Martyn Perkins).

Sarah Bass Crehore letter to Justin Perkins, 1863 February 24 and March 3
Samuel Woodworth Cozzens letter to Justin Perkins, 1867 December 24

Cozzens, Samuel W. (Samuel Woodworth), 1801-1875

Samuel W. Cozzens letter to Justin Perkins in which Cozzens thanks Perkins for letters received and writes regarding Charlotte Bass Perkins. He explains that she proposed leaving the asylum to attend Henry's (Perkins) graduation and notes that William (presumably William Bass) planned to write Justin and suggest his return to America. Cozzens discusses his opinion that Charlotte should not be removed from the asylum and remarks on whether or not Justin should return to America. He notes that he has sent Justin Perkins' letter to two doctors and goes on to write regarding his and his family's current situation, mentioning Abby and Hannah.

Samuel Woodworth Cozzens letter to Justin Perkins, 1867 December 24
Susan Freeman Labaree letter to Justin Perkins, 1862 November 19

Labaree, Susan Freeman

S.F.L. (Susan Freeman Labaree) letter to Justin Perkins in which the sender responds to a letter from Perkins and mentions that she trusts Perkins is now at Seir. She writes regarding Henry (Martyn Perkins) commenting on his growth, success in his studies, and his religious welfare. She also writes regarding the health of Mrs. Perkins (Charlotte Bass Perkins), saying that it is much the same and sad. Labaree mentions "our dear Benja," missionary Benjamin Labaree.

Susan Freeman Labaree letter to Justin Perkins, 1862 November 19
Mary Brewster McClure letter to Justin Perkins, 1864 June 5

McClure, Mary Brewster

Mary Brewster McClure letter to Justin Perkins reflecting on her faith, and sharing news of her children and other family members and notes she has hopes that the current strife has a glorious purpose and "might result in making this a great missionary country!" McClure comforts Perkins about his wife (Charlotte Bass Perkins) mentioning her heart is stirred by what Perkins shared and says she feels that Charlotte will be greatly improved by her sojourn at the asylum, noting the Summerville (Somerville) Asylum's good reputation and references God, Providence, and discusses her faith. McClure also references Henry (Perkins) and her feelings that his development into manhood and future will be affected by a parent with an unstable mind and relays news from a family member that Henry appeared well and had much improved.

Mary Brewster McClure letter to Justin Perkins, 1864 June 5
Susan Freeman Labaree letter to Justin Perkins, 1863 March 7

Labaree, Susan Freeman

S.F.L. (Susan Freeman Labaree) letter to Justin Perkins in which Labaree writes regarding the status of Perkins' son Henry, commenting on his sense of Christian responsibility; his social circle and interest in women; and his academic performance at college (Middlebury College). She also writes of Henry's relationship with his mother (Charlotte Bass Perkins), the status of Mrs. Perkins, and the possibility of Mrs. Perkins returning to Justin in Persia after she leaves the asylum. Labaree inquires after and comments on "our dear Benja," Benjamin Labaree.

Susan Freeman Labaree letter to Justin Perkins, 1863 March 7
Fidelia Fiske letter to Justin Perkins, 1863 June 24

Fiske, Fidelia, 1816-1864

Fidelia Fiske letter to Justin Perkins in which Fiske writes of spending the last several months in Boston after leaving the Seminary (Mount Holyoke Seminary). She remarks on the possibility of her returning to Oroomiah (Urmia) and discusses a visit with Mrs. (Charlotte Bass) Perkins (in the asylum). Writing of Perkins' separation from his family, she expresses her faith in God's designs. Fiske also writes regarding American missionaries returning to their fields and Perkins' impressions of a book he called the "Persian Holyoke" (Woman and Her Savior in Persia). Mr. Laurie, Miss Lyon, Miss Rice, Dr. Tyler, Mr. Beber, Henry (Martyn Perkins), Mr. Eddy, Dr. Lord, Mr. Washburn, Mr. Hazen, Mr. Treat, and Dr. Anderson are all mentioned in the letter. The letter appears to be missing a page.

Fidelia Fiske letter to Justin Perkins, 1863 June 24