Wheaton College Archives
Jonathan Blanchard Collection
Correspondence
1. Allen, Charles. [Letter to Catherine Avery Bent]. Worcester, MA; June 16,
1808. 1 p.
Writes that he hopes to begin a correspondence.
2. Avery, Mary (Mother of CB). [Letter to [Catherine Avery Bent]]. n.p.; [1827].
2 p.
Note: Fragment, torn.
Sends money. Writes about revival among Calvinistic churches in
Worchester. Mentions that Samuel Bent [Catherine Avery Bent's husband]
professed faith in Christ, and that she attended ordination of Mr.
Miller.
3. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; December 24, 1831. 1 p.
Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to write.
Oversized.
4. Swift, Jane. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Middlebury, VT; December 25,
1831. 2 p.
Writes that Mr. Stevens died of influenza; that the Stevens family is now
brought low, though it was once prosperous; that Mr. Dickenson's son
died; that Mrs. E. Miller is feeble; and that she attended a Christmas
service where Mr. Crane[?] preached. Writes about the singing school.
5. Swift, Mary Ann. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Middlebury, VT; December
25, 1831. 2 p.
Writes about attending an exhibition at [Middlebury] College, Mrs. Cook's
school being full, Miss Kitchell [substitute teacher], and Mr. Flagg's
teaching singing school. Writes about Sunday School.
6. Dunning, Catherine Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Caroline]; ca. January
1832. 1 p.
Note: Clipped to a letter from Catherine Avery Bent to Mary Bent
Blanchard on January 9, 1832.
Writes about an unreturned book. Asks about her studies. Mentions Santa
Claus' "Scattering his New Years gifts.".
7. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; January 9, 1832. 2 p.
Note: Letters to Mary Bent Blanchard from Catherine Bent Dunning, to
"Sister" from Catherine Avery Bent, and to Caroline from Catherine Bent
Dunning were clipped to this letter.
Writes about George Bent [cousin of Mary Bent Blanchard's], David [uncle
of Mary Bent Blanchard's], Mr. Flagg's singing school, Miss Robbins'
opening of a school, 42 deaths over the past year, finding a French
Testament, Nancy [Aunt of Mary Bent Blanchard's], Samuel Bent [Mary Bent
Blanchard's brother], and Charlotte [daughter of Nancy]. Admonishes Mary
Bent Blanchard to form good habits. Mentions Molly's death.
Oversized.
8. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to "Sister"]. n.p.; ca.
January 9, 1832. 1 p.
Note: Clipped to a letter from Catherine Avery Bent to Mary Bent
Blanchard on January 9, 1832.
Says she was anxious about Mary Bent Blanchard and Caroline.
9. Dunning, Catherine Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
n.p.; ca. January 9, 1832. 1 p.
Note: Sent with letter from Catherine Avery Bent to Mary Bent Blanchard
on January 9, 1832.
Asks how Massachusetts compares to Vermont. Writes about Mrs. Woller
(nee Kitchum) and about Samuel Bent. Asks about Mary Bent Blanchard's
studies and about Grandmother. Writes that the school is full, and that
Mr. Stuart is ill.
10. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; May 1, 1832. 1 p.
Writes about Charles Allen's being insane, Clara [Smith?] being ill, and
people who are moving.
11. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; June 15, 1832. 2 p.
Writes that Polly (domestic servant) went home. Invites Salome to visit.
Gives arrangements for Mary Bent Blanchard's return.
Oversized.
12. Dunning, Catherine Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; June 15, 1832. 3 p.
Writes that she is enrolled in the [Middlebury College] Female Seminary.
Writes about her classes; about Harriet Rood's being ill; and about Mr.
Harris, Miss Ackley's suitor. Writes that there are "a large number of
failures this spring." Lists failed merchants: Rogers, Cotter,
Sargeant, Woller, Smith, and Seymour. Lists failed lawyers: Linsley,
Woller, Phelps, and Chipman. Writes about Sabbath School, and Samuel
Bent's having employed four girls and a man. Gives news of
acquaintances.
13. Hill,. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Middlebury, VT; 1833. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Asks Mary Bent Blanchard's pardon for being "angry or displeased.".
14. Tarbell, Adeline. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Moriah, NY; May 25/26,
1833 ? 2 p.
Writes about looking for a teaching job; about her Aunt who is dying; and
about F. Shipherd's having preached on moral reform, holding nothing
back, and her reaction to the sermon.
15. Huschild, Miss. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Bennington, [ ]; November,
1833. 4 p.
Writes about Laura Norton, who is to marry. Calls man "a hedious [sic]
monster so captivating to the female heart." Asks about Mary Bent
Blanchard's classes and teachers.
16. Robbins, J. B. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Royalton, [ ]; November 28,
1833. 3 p.
Writes that the rumor that she was to be married is false. Asks Mary
Bent Blanchard to write of what people say about her and to tell whether
they censure her as they had done previously.
17. Hill, A. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; 1834 ? 3 p.
Defers giving Mary Bent Blanchard a subject on which to write.
18. Hinsdill, Caroline. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Bennington, [ ]; 1834 ?
2 p.
She has been unsuccessful in finding a school for Mary Bent Blanchard.
19. Hinsdill, Caroline. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Bennington, [ ]; 1834 ?
3 p.
Writes about her sister Joan. Says she wishes to visit Mary Bent
Blanchard again.
20. Maria. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; [ca. 1834]. 2 p.
Writes that Calphurnia left and Sister Lucy was involved in a wagon
accident.
21. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; [ca. 1834]. 2 p.
Writes that Aunt Fisher died and Mrs. Fink is dying. Asks about prospects
for a seminary in Middlebury.
22. Tarbell, Harriot. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; [1834]. 1 p.
Token of friendship.
23. Dunning, Catherine Bent (Sister of MAB's). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Montreal, Canada; February 18, 1834. 2 p.
Writes about a new school teacher, rivalry between Mrs. Cooke's school
and Castleton Academy, Mrs. Beardsley's being ill, revival in Montreal,
and hearing President Wheeler of Burlington speak.
24. Barber, Naomi G. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Benson, [ ]; February 26,
1834. 3 p.
Writes about Mr. Dobie, schoolteacher; her studies; Mrs. Cooke's having
left Middlebury; and "M". Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to write a letter in
French.
25. Robbins, J. B. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Royalton, [ ]; February 28,
1834. 1 p.
Writes about Mary Bent Blanchard's relatives.
26. Smith, Laura. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. East Williamstown, [ ]; April
3/4/7, 1834. 4 p.
Writes about guarding the thoughts. Mentions revival in the seminary.
Writes that her sister had a baby--Harriet Atwood. Describes the room in
which she is writing. Talks about the duty of Christian women.
27. Tarbell, Harriot. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Moriah, NY; May [ca. 27],
1834. 1 p.
Describes journey from Middlebury to Moriah.
28. Robbins, J. B. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Royalton, [ ]; July 28,
1834. 2 p.
Note: Torn.
Writes that ill health is forcing her to leave school and asks if
Catherine Bent Dunning wishes to teach in Royalton.
29. Tarbell, Adeline. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Moriah, NY; ca. August
12, 1834. 3 p.
Says the outlook for schoolteaching is not favorable. Talks about Mary
Bent Blanchard's visiting Moriah.
Oversized.
30. Beach, S. A. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Bennington, [ ]; August 13,
1834. 1 p.
Note: Torn.
Introduces a "dear sister" to Mary Bent Blanchard.
31. Wells, M. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; 1835 ? 1 p.
Encloses poem: "Autumn is changing colours. . . ." Talks about plans to
study Greek, writing poetry, and opening a store.
32. Jan [ ], H. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Paxton, IL; January 11, 1835. 2
p.
Writes about Cousin Elizabeth C, and her travels. Asks if Mrs. Cook is
engaged to Mr. Merrill. Writes that sister C. is engaged to Mr.
MacIntosh.
Oversized.
33. Samantha. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; January 11, [1835]. 2 p.
Sends thanks for a book.
34. Smith, Laura. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Middlebury, VT; February 26,
1835. 1 p.
Writes about the need for the influence of the Holy Spirit in colleges.
Says she would like to attend a Little Girl's Society meeting.
35. Merrill, Thomas A. (Minister, Middlebury, VT). Middlebury, VT; May 25, 1835.
1 p.
Note: RPFC.
General letter of recommendation for Mary Avery Bent and Martha Wells.
36. Bates, Mary. Middlebury, VT; May 26, 1835. 1 p.
General letter of recommendation for Mary Bent Blanchard.
37. Matthews, Leonard Salmon (Former classmate of JB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Pavillion, NY; July 16, 1835. 1 p.
He is expecting to die and asks Jonathan Blanchard to inform their
classmates: [James] Meacham, [Jesse] Caswell, and [Benjamin Washington]
Reynolds.
38. Matthews, Leonard Salmon (Middlebury College Classmate of JB). [Letter to
Jonathan Blanchard]. Genesee, NY; July 16, 1835. 1 p.
Note: Letter attached to this one from L. W. Savage to Jonathan
Blanchard.
Writes about dying, about looking forward to heaven.
39. Savage, L. W. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]; ca. July 16, 1835. 1 p.
Note: Attached to letter from L. S. Matthews to Jonathan Blanchard on
July 16, 1835.
Describes the state of Leonard Matthew's health. Says that he is not
expected to live.
40. Wilcox, Elizabeth B. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; August 1835 ? 1
p.
Writes that Simpson [Wilcox?] is to preach in Elizabethtown. Talks about
teaching positions for Yankee girls in PA, and about holding a meeting of
Vermonters.
41. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; ca. August 24, 1835. 1 p.
Note: Attached to a letter from Catherine Bent Dunning to Mary Bent
Blanchard on August 24, 1835.
Writes about Middlebury Academy, and about Mary Bent Blanchard's
"undertaking" in going to Pennsylvania.
42. Dunning, Catherine Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; August 24, 1835. 4 p.
Note: Letter from Catherine Avery Bent to Mary Bent Blanchard of the same
date is attached.
Assesses Mary Bent Blanchard's current position. Writes about Catholics
and Protestant Schools. Asks what is thought of female education in the
area. Writes that Samuel [Bent--brother] was injured when thrown for a
stumbling horse. Writes about Middlebury College's commencement, about a
party at Seymours', about the Middlebury Seminary, about Mr. Johnson
having preached, and about Clara Hogan's marriage to Mr. Niles. Gives
local news.
43. Dunning, Catherine Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Ipswich, [ ]; December 9/19, 1835. 4 p.
Writes about her journey to Ipswich, the boarding situation, teaching at
a female seminary, seven hundred conversions in Middlebury, and writing
by means of dots on newspapeers.
44. Wilcox, Elizabeth B. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; January, 1836 ?
1 p.
Says that she will not be able to visit and that Ann is changed.
45. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; February 8, 1836. 4 p.
Note: Note from Samuel Bent to Mary Bent Blanchard is enclosed with this
letter.
Writes about writing by means of putting dots on newspapers; about a
revival in Middlebury; about Mr. Burchard, "the evangelist," and his
preaching; about converts and new church members. Writes that Mrs.
Burchard led a mother's meeting; about children converts; about
Episcopalian opposition to protracted meetings; about converts in the
Episcopal Church; and that the Methodists are "greatly stirred up." Says
that cousin William entered Brown University; that Emeline Nichols
married Mr. Howe, and that Frank entered Bristol College.
Oversized.
46. Bent, Samuel B. (Father of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; ca.
February 8, 1836. 1 p.
Note: Sent with a letter from Catherine Avery Bent to Mary Bent Blanchard
on February 8, 1836.
Writes about his health and the weather.
Oversized.
47. Blanchard, Jonathan (Student, Andover Theological Seminary, Andover, MA).
[Letter to John J. Shipherd]. Andover, MA; February 23, 1836. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Inquires about a teaching position at Oberlin College. Briefly relates
some of his accomplishments at Plattsburg Academy and gives William
Swetland as a reference.
48. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; February 26, 1836 ? 2 p.
Writes that Mr. Martin, the postmaster, opens papers sent to examine them
for communications. Writes that Cousins Aaron and William are attached
to the anti-slavery movement; that Mr. Boriah Green lectured on AntiSlavery, that Samuel Bent [father] favors buying slaves and sending them
to Africa, and that Catherine Avery Bent "greatly deprecate[s] slavery."
Writes that Mr. Tienor's factory was burned. Writes about fires in NY.
Writes that Widow Seymour is dying. Says Joseph Avery Bent and Catherine
Avery Bent are to assist in a shop. Writes that Mr. Curtis is ordained,
and is to marry Betsy Denning; and that Nancy [Catherine Avery Bent's
sister?] is to marry Mr. Paine. Writes about teaching a catechism to
children. Says that Mr. Johnson keeps Mr. Martin's tavern, and that Mr.
Rood and Mr. Goddard went in to trade. Gives local news.
Oversized.
49. Wells, Martha. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Mantua, [ ]; March 16, 1836.
4 p.
Writes about Robbins going to Europe and about Sunday worship.
50. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; May 3, 1836. 2 p.
Mentions Mary Bent Blanchard's having sent money. Wants Mary Bent
Blanchard to return to Middlebury. Says Catherine Bent Dunning had to
borrow money to go to Ipswich one term. Says that papers sent in the
mail were possibly examined. Talks about Mr. R. and his visits to the
Bent house. Says that Mr. Burchard, an evangelist, "labored with great
success." Mentions that Mary Bate is teaching.
Oversized.
51. Campbell, Mary S. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Elizabethtown, PA; June,
1836 ? 2 p.
Says she will be unable to visit.
52. Dunning, Catherine Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Milbury, MA; June 17, 1836. 2 p.
Note: Fragment.
Mentions that death of Miss Lorol and the wedding of Mrs. MacIntosh.
Writes about various people.
53. Wilcox, Elizabeth B. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Lewistown, PA; June
28, 1836. 3 p.
Writes about stewardship of life. Writes about teaching.
54. Wells, Martha. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Abington, PA; July 11, 1836.
3 p.
Writes about hiking with a group of 22 people; about Miss Kitchel's plans
to go to Cyprus and about meeting a Bent family in Jenkintown.
55. Wilcox, Elizabeth. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Lewistown, PA; July 25,
1836. 1 p.
Writes that her mother is ill. Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to meet her in
Marietta.
56. Campbell, Mary S. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Elizabethtown, PA;
October 39, 1836 ? 1 p.
Advises Mary Bent Blanchard to accept position in Harrisburg. Says she
is ill and is using mustard plasters.
57. Campbell, Mary S. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Elizabethtown, PA;
October 28, [1836]. 1 p.
Forwards a letter from Mr. Foster offering Mary Bent Blanchard a
position.
58. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; November 9, 1836. 3 p.
Writes about Catherine Bent Dunning's plans for returning home and about
Catherine Avery, the mother of Catherine Avery Bent. Writes that Samuel
Bent's [brother] "intimacy with Miss Barrett had terminated." Talks
about Mr. Beardsley, an intemperate gambler, whose wife returned to her
father; discusses the disposition of their children. Says that Mr.
Richardson is ill. Talks about [Middlebury] Seminary and gives local
news.
Oversized.
59. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Future wife of JB). [Letter to Dr. E. W.
Roberts]. Maytown, PA; November 16, 1836. 1 p.
Note: Marked "copy" on reverse.
Accepts a position in Harrisburg.
60. Campbell, Mary S. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Elizabethtown, PA;
November 24, [1836]. 1 p.
Writes that she thinks Mary Bent Blanchard is justified in going to
Harrisburg. Desires to hear how the directors received Mary Bent
Blanchard's resignation and sends cloth samples.
Oversized.
61. Forster, Jonathan W. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Harrisburg, PA;
December 19, 1836. 1 p.
Requests data on the Common School of South Ward, Harrisburg.
62. Forster, Jonathan W. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; January 30,
1837. 1 p.
Sends check.
63. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; January 31, 1837. 3 p.
Writes about Mary Bent Blanchard's being in charge of four schools; about
Catherine Bent Dunning's travels; about Cousin Charles and Cousin George
in stores in Boston; about local news; about schools and singing school;
and about having four deaths in one year. Writes about Levine Beardsley
having separated from her husband.
64. Wilcox, Elisabeth B. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Lewistown, PA; January
31, 1837. 3 p.
Takes Mary Bent Blanchard to task for not notifying her of her move to
Harrisburg. Writes about teaching school, about trouble with boils, and
about possibly getting married in the spring.
65. Campbell, Mary S. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Elizabethtown, PA; March
2, 1837 ? 3 p.
Mentions that Mary Bent Blanchard wrote of a convention. Writes about
Lutheran and Methodist rivalry for converts, about the Lutheran
convention, and about Methodist and Winebrennian meetings. Talks about
looking for a new minister. Says that Mary [Garman?] is to marry a man
named Warford, a man of doubtful character.
66. Wilcox, Elisabeth B. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Lewistown, PA; March
12/16, 1837. 3 p.
Wishes Jonathan Blanchard had a "higher calling than his present one."
Comments on abolitionism. Comments on the rumors surrounding the event
of her upcoming marriage to Professor Graves. Asks Mary Bent Blanchard
to go to Middlebury for the summer.
67. Hastings, E. M. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Montgomery, AL; March 22,
1837. 3 p.
Compares teaching opportunities in the South and in the North; talks
about the climate of the South. Talks about ill-treatment of Indians,
6000 of which live near by. Writes about William T. Allen, a local
minister.
68. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB's). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Middlebury, VT; April 26, 1837. 3 p.
Writes about her studies; that Miss Powell's Seminary is "not thriving;"
that Mrs. Court had twins; and that Catherine Avery Bent, Samuel Bent
(father) and Catherine Bent Dunning are planning to attend Eliza Wilcox's
wedding. Cautions Mary Bent Blanchard against extremism, saying, "I
suppose you have become quite an abolitionist." Gives local news.
69. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; April 28, 1837. 1 p.
Writes that Mr. Swift's chimney caught fire. Gives local news.
Oversized.
70. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; May 1, 1837. 2 p.
Writes about attending Eliza's wedding; about a revival in Cornwall,
about communication by way of dots on newspapers; and about Samuel Bent's
(brother) plans to marry a Miss Barret.
Oversized.
71. Campbell, Mary S. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Elizabethtown, PA; May
27, 1837 ? 3 p.
Writes that she had hoped that Mary Bent Blanchard and Mr. Boggs would
"make a match." Talks about the stages going through town. Gives local
news.
72. Wells, Martha. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Abington, PA; June 7, 1837.
3 p.
Writes about the proceedings of the Assembly--three synods excluded.
Says that Mr. Plumer interrupted 27 times in two hours. Talks about Old
and New School Theology. Asks, "Are you an Abolitionist?" Says she
hopes Jonathan Blanchard does not convert her to Abolitionism. Counsels,
"you must be a warm colonizationist." Writes about Agnes Gordon going to
Africa on a mission; about Mr. Wilson, a missionary, in Abington; and
about a rumor that Mary Bent Blanchard was engaged to Mr. Reynolds.
73. Maxwell, A. M. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Marietta, PA; July 10, 1837.
3 p.
Writes that the town is socially dull; that Sarah Jane Anderson is
staying with Miss Hays; and that the 4th of July was celebrated with
little spirit.
74. Hastings, E. M. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Montgomery, AL; July 24,
1837. 3 p.
Note: The letter was sent by express mail.
Writes about a job opportunity for Mary Bent Blanchard in Montgomery.
Mentions Southern families who are moving to the country in the summer.
Says that business is dull.
75. Bent, George (Cousin of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Montreal,
Canada; July 31, 1837. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Response to letter of sympathy. Mentions that Mr. Court would like to
meet Jonathan Blanchard. Says that Mrs. Court and Laura [Bent] are
planning to visit Mary Bent Blanchard, bringing with them Grace Court,
George [Bent], and some money he owes to Mary Bent Blanchard.
76. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
n.p.; August 2, 1837. 3 p.
Note: Sent with a letter from George W. Bent to Mary Bent Blanchard on
August 2, 1837.
Mentions that Samuel Bent (brother) is to be married. Writes about a
"convulsion" at Middlebury College in which a student was expelled and a
pamphlet published against the officers of the school. Mentions that
[Thomas] Merill spoke about newspaper dotting.
77. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; August 2, 1837. 3 p.
Note: Cut; Letter from Catherine Avery Bent to Mary Bent Blanchard, dated
August 2, 1837, is sent with this one.
Writes that Mr. Richardson is to leave, and that the schoolchildren are
collecting money for a present. Mentions that the Methodists are erecting
a meeting house.
Oversized.
78. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Catherine Bent Dunning].
Middlebury, VT; August 18, 1837. 1 p.
Note: Sent with a letter from Catherine Avery Bent to Mary Bent
Blanchard, dated August 18, 1837. Catherine Bent Dunning received the
letter and added a note to Mary Bent Blanchard, dated August 23, 1837,
before forwarding the letter to Mary Bent Blanchard.
Writes that Uncle Grosvenor hopes to marry Miss Poole, that Lucy
[Grosvenor] and Harriet [Grosvenor] are to marry Shoemakers, that William
White left Brown College and has gone to Williams College, and that Mary
Bent Blanchard asked for advice concerning an Alabama position.
Oversized.
79. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; August 18, 1837. 1 p.
Note: Letter from Catherine Avery Bent to Catherine Bent Dunning, dated
August 18, 1837, written on same paper. Catherine Bent Dunning received
the letter first in Philadelphia and added a note to Mary Bent Blanchard,
dated August 21, 1837.
Writes about the financial benefits and drawbacks of teaching positions
and mentions that Hannah Bent Tyner Pettengill is opposed to Mary Bent
Blanchard's going to Alabama.
Oversized.
80. Dunning, Catherine Bent (Sister of MAB's). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Philadelphia, PA; August 21, 1837. 1 p.
Note: Written on the same page as two letters dated August 18, 1837, from
Catherine Avery Bent to Catherine Bent Dunning and Mary Bent Blanchard.
Catherine Bent Dunning received the letters, and added a note to Mary
Bent Blanchard prior to forwarding them.
Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to write when she plans to resign her position
and go to Alabama.
Oversized.
81. Hastings, E. M. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Montgomery, AL; August 28,
1837. 3 p.
Writes that Mary Bent Blanchard is to have charge of the school--highly
recommended. Says that prices are higher in the South. Cautions Mary
Bent Blanchard to get gold or U.S. Currency. Talks about travel costs
and arrangements for Mary Bent Blanchard's arrival. Proposes a travel
route.
82. Reynolds, Benjamin W. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Granville, OH; August
31, 1837. 4 p.
Writes that Jonathan Blanchard scolded him for not calling on Mary Bent
Blanchard, that a travel delay was caused by a breach in the canal lock.
Writes about his travels in New England, that he saw a panorama of
Jerusalem in Boston, and that "they are pretty orthodox at P[rinceton]."
Writes of plans to go to Missouri to preach at Granville, a New England
colony in the West. Writes about the Home Missionary Society. Says the
proceedings of the General Assembly are little discussed.
83. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB's). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; September 1837. 2 p.
Writes about school work.
84. Blanchard, Jonathan (Abolitionist speaker). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Millerstown, PA; September 1, 1837. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Description of a camp meeting in which a preacher belabored the
Winebrennian Baptists. Says that in the south "lynch-law is etiquette
and bondage is liberty." Says that he cannot attend Mary Bent
Blanchard's examination without missing an important camp meeting. Tells
that a young preacher told him of the misdeeds of the Winebrennian
clergy. Bro. Leib led the meeting and Bro. Maize preached. Writes that
he is to preach on Sunday.
85. Campbell, Mary S. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Elizabethtown, PA;
September 4, 1837 ? 2 p.
Says she was unable to see Mr. Douglass. Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to
visit.
86. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Future wife of JB). [Letter to Catherine Bent
Dunning]. Montgomery, AL; September 20, 1837. 4 p.
Writes about her journey to Montgomery, being seasick on the steamship
voyage, a storm at sea, and church services aboard ship. Writes that
Jonathan Blanchard left Pennsylvania for the West, and that "slavery
appears neither more or less agreeable to be than formerly!!".
87. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB's). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Middlebury, VT; September 29, 1837. 3 p.
Mentions that she was averse to Mary Bent Blanchard's going South. Talks
about Hannah Bent Tyner Pettengill being in charge of a family, about
Catherine Avery Bent's absence, about Samuel Bent's marriage to Narcissa,
and about [Thomas] Merrill who is to marry Miss Boardman. Writes, "The
state of Canada has recently excited the religious sympathy of the people
in this place.".
88. Bent, Joseph Avery (Brother of MAB's). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; September 30, 1837. 1 p.
Writes that Samuel is to "have his machien [sic] curred [sic] by the
"Electro Magnetic Machien [sic]." Says the Methodist Meeting house is
nearly finished, and that Mr. Brewster built a store. Talks about
students who were dismissed from [Middlebury] College.
89. Keeler, Henry; Keeler, Mary. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Vienna, AL;
October 7, 1837. 2 p.
Describes a drought. Writes that a brother lost a thumb in an accident,
and that Mary Bent Blanchard left her bonnet and cloak in their room.
90. Dunning, Catherine Bent (Sister of MAB's). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Harrisburg, PA; October 9, 1837. 3 p.
Mentions having received Mary Bent Blanchard's letter [of September 20,
1837]. Mentions about two deaths aboard Mary Bent Blanchard's ship.
Writes that she opened two letters addressed to Mary Bent Blanchard and
relates the information found in them. Writes about a letter from
Jonathan Blanchard in which he describes a camp meeting, and says that
Jonathan has left for Lane Seminary. Says that Mr. Dunning "could not
stand" the "blue old schoolism" of York.
Oversized.
91. Blanchard, Jonathan (Abolitionist speaker). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Pittsburgh, PA; October 24, 1837. 3 p.
Note: RPFC; torn.
Writes that he is to debate "a certain 'Governor'" on the topic of
slavery. Mentions that Several families have urged him to form an
independent or Congregational church in Pittsburg, but he believes it is
his duty to go to the west. Says that he needs Mary Bent Blanchard's
advice to prevent him from going out in the rain without an umbrella.
Mentions that he met one of Mary Bent Blanchard's sisters and gives his
estimation of her character. Writes that three stages were broken down
on the trip to Pittsburg, one of which overturned. Gives news of
Elizabeth Ewing.
92. Mann, William W. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Augusta, [ ]; October 24,
1837. 1 p.
Writes to give Thompson an excuse to visit.
93. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; November 22, 1837 ? 3 p.
Note: Torn.
Writes that Samuel [Bent--father] built a bee house, grainary, and shed,
and that they set up machinery. Writes about her trip to Massachusetts
with George W. Bent. Writes that Uncle William "is anti-Abolition," and
that Myron [White?] was burned. Writes about staying in a temperance
public house, about machines run by dog power, and about hopes to
electrify the machines. Gives local news.
Oversized.
94. Blanchard, Jonathan (Student, Lane Seminary, Walnut Hills, OH). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Walnut Hills, OH; Jan 1, 1838. 6 p.
Note: RPFC.
Speaks of his experience of life, plans to settle in Illinois and
mentions that he is "incapable of loving" due to his experience with
Elizabeth Lynde. Writes that the drinking of two cups of coffee brought
Mary Bent Blanchard "forcibly to mind." He wonders why he has received
no letters from Mary Bent Blanchard, musing that perhaps she is afraid to
put his name on an envelope, lest a southerner discover the "dangerous
correspondence." Mentions that the students call Catherine Beecher "The
Queen of Sheba." Writes of pride and thoughtlessness, warning Mary Bent
Blanchard against these faults, which he feels are particularly strong in
the south. Gives his opinion of southern culture. Tells of a visit to
Professor Biggs' with Catherine Beecher and gives his opinion of
Beecher's character. Mentions that he doesn't care for his present
situation and that he desires to hear news of Cross.
95. Dunning, Catherine Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Harrisburg, PA; January 10, 1838. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; torn.
Chatty letter about friends and family. Inquires about Mary Bent
Blanchard's teaching position and boarding arrangements with Mr. Lyons.
Mentions that she was recently ill, and was attended to by Dr. Reily.
Writes that she boards with Mr. Foster and that her teaching goes well.
Tells about her students: Miss Artes, Miss Geiger, and Miss Noyle. Says
that [Edward] Dunning has a preaching position and that Samuel [Bent] is
doing well. Mentions that Deacon Storrs died and says that she gave up
her Sabbath School class when she was ill.
Oversized.
96. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Teacher and future wife of Jonathan Blanchard).
[Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Montgomery, AL; January 30, 1838. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives her opinion of the South and a few words on the topic of marriage.
Mentions that she has seen 13 and 14 year old children married. Asks if
her letters are reaching Jonathan Blanchard. Writes that she may return
north by the western route and visit Mrs. Crossin.
97. Blanchard, Jonathan (Student, Lane Seminary, Walnut Hills, OH). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Walnut Hills, OH; Feb 21, 1838. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that apparently someone destroyed Mary Bent Blanchard's letters to
him. Jonathan Blanchard suggests that the perpetrater be subjected to
one of his speeches against Governor Pinney. Says that he has given up
coffee. He preached before the students and faculty of the seminary and
to two congregations of colored churches. Mentions revival in the
colored churches. Mentions that Professor [Calvin Ellis] Stowe addressed
a ladies' society "and was nearly orthodox." Talks about his theological
studies. Mentions that Bro. Chislett plans to visit him from Pittsburg
and says that if he liked all of the people of that place as well as him,
he would stay there as an editor and preacher. Says that the Ohio
Society would like him to be their corresponding secretary, but there is
not enough religion in such a position to suit him. Writes that there
are destitute churches in Illinois and that he may receive an invitation
to some of them soon. Writes of Mary Bent Blanchard's ingenuity. Asks
Mary Bent Blanchard to direct her next letter to him in the care of
Willard Jones. Hopes she will visit him on her return journey.
98. Blanchard, Jonathan (Student, Lane Seminary, Walnut Hills, OH). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Walnut Hills, OH; February 28, 1838. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Suggests that Mary Bent Blanchard not visit Mrs. Cross, in order to visit
him in Cincinnati. Writes: "Mary, I wish to be married with you," giving
reasons why they ought to wed. Writes a self-analysis and praises Mary
Bent Blanchard's qualities.
99. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Teacher and future wife of Jonathan Blanchard).
[Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Montgomery, AL; March 14, 1838. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes on "judging harshly or rashly," one of Jonathan Blanchard's
"besetting sins." Says that Jonathan Blanchard's readiness to
acknowledge his errors is one of his virtues. Suggests that Jonathan
would be happier pastoring a destitute church in Illinois than in holding
a worrisome job as a corresponding secretary or an editor. Describes the
William Johnson family with whom she is staying. Mentions that Mr. Allen,
the local Presbyterian minister was appointed governor of Liberia or
Bassa Cove. Writes that she is teaching Sabbath School and studying
German. Conducted school examinations, since Mr. Sayers had been ill and
was quite weak. Her class sang a hymn by C[atherine] Beecher. Mentions
that Professor Turner and Deacon Storrs died. Suggests sage or hoarhound
tea for a cold--not coffee. Expresses desire to see the West--future
spot of the Empire.
100. Dunning, Catherine Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Harrisburg, PA; March 17, 1838. 4 p.
Writes about school work and ill health. Mentions Mrs. Weidman ? who has
a son, Jacob; the local church; Martha Brewster (engaged to Mr. Robbins)
and L. Bendsley (married to Alonzo Wainright). Asks about Mary Bent
Blanchard's plans to return North.
Oversized.
101. Keeler, Mary. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Harrisburg, PA; March 17,
1838. 4 p.
Writes about the death of Mr. Keeler's brother, the worldly amusements of
a theatre in Montgomery, and a sea voyage.
Oversized.
102. Mann, William W. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Augusta, [ ]; March 26,
1838. 4 p.
Acknowledges receipt of $35.00 from Mary Bent Blanchard.
103. Blanchard, Jonathan (Student, Lane Seminary, Walnut Hills, OH). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Walnut Hills, OH; March 28, 1838. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes of his plans to settle in IL and of the Sixth Church in
Cincinnati. Writes that he is supplying the pulpit at the Sixth
Presbyterian Church in Cincinnati and is corresponding with a church in
Knoxville, Illinois. Writes that he had to stop preaching to the colored
churches. Mentions that [William Walter Blanchard] is to stay with him.
Comments on Mary's plans to return north. Asks if Rev. George Allen is
related to Mary. Responds to Mary Bent Blanchard's rebuke of him for a
"cutting reply" to Judge Cowan at Plattsburg.
104. Love, E. M. [Letter to Richard Lee Love]. Montgomery, AL; April 6, 1838. 1
p.
Letter of introduction for Mary Bent Blanchard.
105. Love, E. M. [Letter to John Love]. Montgomery, AL; April 7, 1838. 1 p.
Letter of introduction for Mary Bent Blanchard.
106. Keeler, Henry; Keeler, Mary. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Vienna, AL;
April 9, 1838. 3 p.
Writes about changes in his business. Invites Mary Bent Blanchard to
visit. Describes revival in Mobile, Alabama. Gives plans to enter
partnership with Messrs Hall and Prentice. Talks about "Little Virginia"
[Keeler].
107. Mann, William W. [Letter to Mary A. Bigelow]. Augusta, [ ]; April 12, 1838.
1 p.
Desires her to meet Mary Bent Blanchard.
108. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Future wife of Jonathan Blanchard). [Letter to
Jonathan Blanchard]. Harrisburg, PA; April 30, 1838. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Describes her trip home via Eastern route, from Georgia to Washington, D.
C.. Attended debates in Congress. Comments on a motion to restore the
District of Columbia to the states and mentions that Mr. Wise said he
would vote to remove the capitol to the west. Writes of her friends and
relatives in Harrisburg. Mentions that Rachel Todd married a Mr.
Gilmore, said to be an "unamiable and wicked man." Responds to Jonathan
Blanchard's proposal of marriage by telling Jonathan that he can write to
her father..
109. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Future wife of Jonathan Blanchard). [Letter to
Jonathan Blanchard]. Middlebury, VT; May 9, 1838. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Speaks of the dangers of the lower classes of Southern Society,
mentioning that two men were killed in daylight on a public street.
Explains that she took the Eastern route because of the prospect of good
company and because of reports of steamboat disasters on the Mississippi
and Ohio Rivers. Writes of the benefits of a ministerial situation in
the country. Alludes to Jonathan's position at the Sixth Presbyterian
Church. Mentions that Samuel and Catherine Bent do not wish her to
return to the South for another year. Writes of the George Allen family
and mentions that most of her family in Massachussets are abolitionists.
Gives news of friends in Middlebury. Writes about Jonathan Blanchard's
proposal of marriage, saying that she does not wish anyone in Middlebury
to know of the matter. Mentions that a rumor is circulating Middlebury
that she is engaged to a Southern gentleman and that Mr. [Thomas] Merrill
was married while she was in Alabama. Writes that Professor [Edward]
Turner died and was replaced by [Solomon] Stoddard, formerly of Andover.
110. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Sixth Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, OH).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Walnut Hills, OH; May 12, 1838. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Speaks of his work in Cincinnati, having taken pastoral charge of the
Sixth Presbyterian Church. He writes that there is "an old division of
feeling" in the church. Mentions that only one letter mailed from the
South reached him, although two papers sent in care of Bro. Jones were
received. Asks Mary to pray for him, as he does her.
111. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Future wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Middlebury, VT; May 22/25/29, 1838. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Relates objections to their marriage which she had written in a previous
letter and which Jonathan did not receive. Gives a short history of her
family, including Samuel Bent's financial state. Gives her reaction to
Jonathan Blanchard's letter to her father. Expresses suprise that Mrs.
Graydon advised Jonathan concerning her. Mentions that she is planning
to begin a benevolent sewing society.
112. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Sixth Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, OH).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Cincinnati, OH; May 26, 1838. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Explains that he tells his church members that he is engaged to her.
Asks Mary to save his letters.
113. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Sixth Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, OH).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Cincinnati, OH; June 5, 1838. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Explains his letter to Samuel Bent. Answers Mary Bent Blanchard's
objections to marriage; gives his attitude toward love and marriage.
Attended the anniversary of Ohio A.S.S. Society, where his speeches were
praised. Received an invitation to preach in Ravenna, Ohio. Says that
David Root preached an abolition sermon to the Sixth Presbyterian Church.
Sent a letter and an engraving of his church to Mary Bent Blanchard by
Miss Bartholomew. Gives an account of his financial situation.
114. Bent, Samuel B. (Father of MAB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; June 16, 1838. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives approval to marriage of Mary Bent Blanchard and Jonathan Blanchard.
115. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Sixth Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, OH).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Cincinnati, OH; June 27, 1838. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes of his church and his thoughts on marriage. Gives fall as his
preference for their wedding date. Mentions upcoming State Anti-Slavery
Convention for Indiana and his plans to join a black couple in marriage.
Mentions Rev. Mr. Spaulding and Rev. Mr. Bullard, his predecessors at the
Sixth Presbyterian Church. Mentions possibility of settling in
Cincinnati, and of going to Niagra Falls and Saratoga Springs. Talks of
his boarding house. Mentions that he was vested with the power to
perform marriages and his first official act in this capacity was to join
a colored couple in wedlock. He is to perform the wedding of Mary Cobb
and mentions that new members are to be added to the church.
116. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Future wife of Jonathan Blanchard). [Letter to
Jonathan Blanchard]. Middlebury, VT; June 28, 1838. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Forgives Jonathan Blanchard for his stiff and formal letter to Samuel
Bent. Writes that the entire family is to be together for the first time
in years. Says that Catherine Bent Dunning is planning to marry, but
does not know when. Relates that her brother, Samuel Bent and his wife
Mary Narcissa may visit. Mentions that [Thomas] Merrill plans to travel
for the summer and that his new wife resembles Mrs. Cooke. Comments on
women public speakers. Mentions that Mr. Hullock preached in Middlebury
and asks if he was a classmate of Jonathan Blanchard's at Andover. Asks
about the Sixth Presbyterian Church. Writes that Dr. Wheelock and his
family returned from Indiana, where the climate did not agree with them.
Comments on the local newspapers, _The Vermont Chronicle_ and _The Free
Press_. Mentions Miss Grimple was married. Writes of teaching her younger
siblings, George and Maria. Mentions a work called "The Torrents," which
she attributes to Blanchard.
117. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Future wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Middlebury, VT; July 11, 1838. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Received the letter and engraving of the Sixth Presbyterian Church which
Blanchard sent to her by Miss Bartholomew. Sat up with members of Judge
Swift's family, who are ill. Asks when Jonathan Blanchard will come to
Middlebury. Heard through a letter from Mrs. Ladd that missionary
operations on Cyprus are hindered by persecutions from the Greek Church.
Mentions that Deacon [Elisha] Brewster is dying and that Mr. Barlow died.
Received a caution not to write in the margins of mailed newspapers.
Received an offer of a teaching position in New Hampshire. Approves of
return via Niagra Falls and writes concerning the time of their wedding.
118. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Sixth Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, OH).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Cincinnati, OH; July 13, 1838. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives a brief history of the Sixth Presbyterian Church and the
possibility of being ordained. Mentions [Asa] Mahan of Oberlin College
and Rev. Norton, his predecessors in the pastorate. Writes of his
popularity in the church. Writes of Dr. Weed, a former missionary to the
Indians who wished the pastorate to be settled on Mr. Bullard. Mentions
an abolition resolution he proposed to the church and his plans to attend
an Anti-Slavery Convention in Indiana. Says that he made his peace with
Mrs. Leggett (about whom he wrote "such wicked things") after she took
care of him when he was ill. Talks of desire to marry in the fall, and
the responsibility of marriage. Mentions that he is reading a book that
Mary Bent Blanchard read.
119. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Future wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Middlebury, VT; July 24, 1838. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she sat up all night with Jane Swift (a sick friend) and
walked to a mineral spring with Hannah [Bent]. Comments on Jonathan's
dealings with Mrs. L[eggett]. Expresses hope that Mr. Cross' residence
in Missouri will "cool" him toward slavery and mentions that he was, or
came close to being mobbed. Speaks of prevalent illness in Middlebury.
Asks if Mr. Reynolds is still a colonizationalist. Writes that they have
had many different preachers in [Thomas] Merrill's absence, including Mr.
Phleps. Describes attendance at prayer meeting and planns to join a new
one composed principally of married ladies and led by Dorcas Muller.
Charges Jonathan Blanchard to be prudent. Writes of the upcoming
commencement of Middlebury College and mentions that George Bent has gone
to work on a farm. Writes that if Jonathan decides not to stay in
Cincinnati, that they should wait until spring to be married. Writes of
the death of a pious lady she met in Alabama.
120. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Sixth Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, OH).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Cincinnati, OH; July 30, 1838. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he did not write the caution against writing in the margins
of newspapers. Mentions that he did not like his name when young. Says
that a church meeting is to be called to invite him to the pastorate of
the Sixth Presbyterian Church. Talks of travel plans, settling in
Cincinnati, and his upcoming ordination. Writes of Elder Weed, who
favored Mr. Bullard as the new pastor over Blanchard. Mentions that he
normally put his name to everything he prints, as it gives him the
respect of the country people.
121. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Sixth Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, OH).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Cincinnati, OH; August 7, 1838. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Tells that he has received the call to be the pastor of the Sixth
Presbyterian Church and that he is not going to the Indiana Anti-Slavery
Convention. Writes that he is coming to Middlebury.
122. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Future wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Middlebury, VT; August 11, 1838. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Jonathan's position at the Sixth Presbyterian Church and
wishes that he and Elder Weed were better friends. Says that Mr. Jeb[?],
a baptist with an insane wife preached in Middlebury. Mentions that
Harriet Smith, who was once fancied by Mr. [James] Meacham, died.
[Thomas] Merrill returned to Middlebury. Tells that Professor and Mrs.
[William Chauncey] Fowler are to move to Amherst and that there are
rumors that things are not all pleasant between the professor and the
president of Middlebury College. Mentions that Dr. [Joshua] Bates is
quite unpopular and everyday affairs at the college seem to be getting
worse. Mr. Spaulding, of the Sandwich Islands Mission preached.
Mentions that she attended the anniversary meeting of the Philadelphian
Society, which was addressed by Mr. [Harvey] Curtis. Says that she may
forgo attending the commencement exercises at Middlebury College.
Mentions that Maria [Bent] was dissapointed in the exhibition of the
Philomathisian Society. Mentions that it has been nearly a year since she
has seen Jonathan. Talks about the responsibilities of being a
minister's wife.
123. Paterson, Caroline Ellsworth. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Philadelphia, PA; September 7, 1838. 3 p.
Writes about various people and a General Convention meeting in
Philadelphia.
124. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Sixth Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, OH).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Vergennes, VT; September 10, 1838. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to send some sermons to him by Mr. Gordon.
Plans to take some medicine given him by Dr. Smith. He preached for Mr.
[James] Meacham.
125. White, Mary (Aunt of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Boylston, MA;
September 15/22, 1838. 2 p.
Writes about Mary Bent Blanchard's upcoming marriage to Jonathan
Blanchard, the duties of a minister's wife, and the death of Lucy Ann
Houghton's daughter, Elizabeth.
126. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard and
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Middlebury, VT; November 6, 1838. 1 p.
Note: Following notes and letters enclosed: from Hannah Bent Tyner
Pettengill to Mary Bent Blanchard, dated November 8, 1838; from Maria
Bent Nichols to Mary Bent Blanchard, ca. November 6, 1838; from Samuel B.
Bent [father], dated November 7, 1838; and from Catherine Bent Dunning to
Mary Bent Blanchard, ca. November 6, 1838.
Mentions items left behind. Says Horatio Seymour's wife died, and Mr.
Woodard is looking for his daughter. Mentions that the Methodists are
holding protracted meetings. Talks about "the cause of the oppressed"-[i.e. slavery].
Oversized.
127. Dunning, Catherine Bent (Sister of MAB's). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; ca. November 6, 1838. 2 p.
Note: Sent with letter from Catherine Avery Bent to Jonathan Blanchard
and Mary Bent Blanchard, dated November 6, 1838.
Writes about Niagara Falls, and an accident in which James F. lost two
fingers. Mentions the Education Society.
128. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB's). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; ca. November 6, 1838. 1 p.
Note: Attached with letter from Catherine Avery Bent to Jonathan
Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard, dated November 6, 1838.
Hopes to raise a school in the seminary.
129. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner [and others] (Family of MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard and Jonathan Blanchard]. Middlebury, VT; November 6/7,
1838. 4.
Note: RPFC.
Hannah writes that Martha Nichols was married to a Universalist. Gives
local news. Maria writes that an attempt is being made to raise a school
in the seminary and that she is busy with housework. Samuel writes that
an anti-slavery library was formed in Middlebury and that Jonathan
Blanchard's lectures had worked much good. Catherine (sister of Mary
Bent Blanchard) writes of Mrs. Cross (who is being treated for a spinal
disease), James Wright (who died), that James lost two fingers through an
accident, Weidman (who was struck in the head by a falling axe), Mrs.
Stoner (who died), Mr. Tyler (who moved), and of the "late dreadful fire
in Harrisburg." She says that she would like to teach a class of girls in
the seminary and that the Education Society is to meet. Catherine Bent
writes of local and family news. She says that the Methodists are
holding protracted meetings, which are well attended in spite of
inclement weather.
Oversized.
130. Bent, Samuel B. (Father of MAB). [Letter to [Jonathan Blanchard and Mary
Bent Blanchard]]. Middlebury, VT; November 7, 1838. 1 p.
Note: Sent with letter from Catherine Avery Bent to Jonathan Blanchard
and Mary Bent Blanchard, dated November 6, 1838.
Says an Anti-Slavery Library was begun, and that Jonathan Blanchard's
lectures "had a good tendency in this place.".
131. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Middlebury, VT; November 8, 1838. 1 p.
Note: Attached with letter from Catherine Avery Bent to Jonathan
Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard dated November 6, 1838.
Writes that Martha Nichols married a universalist, and that Hannah Bent
Tyner Pettengill attended the wedding. Writes about schools.
Oversized.
132. Blanchard, Cyrus Lewis (Brother of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Milford, NH; December 31, 1838. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; torn.
Answers Jonathan Blanchard's "corrections." Gives opinions on courtship
(says it is offensive to him) and marriage (approves of people doing it,
but does not think it wise for a student to make too many such plans).
Talks about his teaching position, a debate, and a lyceum in his
classroom. Gives news of family members and says he is considering
attending Marietta College.
133. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Cincinnati, OH). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Cincinnati, OH; "Mon Morn" [1839 ?]. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Filed in 1839 by RPF.
Writes that he asked Mr. Melendy to give Mary Bent Blanchard $50.00.
Writes that Mrs. Melendy is ill and asks Mary Bent Blanchard to visit.
134. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Sixth Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, OH).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Rising Sun, IN; March 21, 1839. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Describes a walk along the Ohio River, including a steamship, a log
house, birds, and livestock. Boarded with a merchant named McNight and
inquired after female teaching positions.
135. White, Caroline (Cousin of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; ca.
June 20, 1839. 2 p.
Note: Sent with letter from Aunt Mary White to Mary Bent Blanchard on
June 20, 1839.
Wonders if a "Mr. Blanchard who used to speak in the vestry on Thursday
Evenings" was Jonathan Blanchard.
136. White, Mary (Aunt of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Boylston, MA;
June 20, 1839. 2 p.
Note: Letter attached from Caroline White to Mary Bent Blanchard, ca.
June 20, 1839.
Writes about Jonathan Blanchard's address on slavery and about Mr.
Sanford, their abolitionist minister.
137. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner; Dunning, Catherine Bent (Sisters of MAB).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Castleton, VT; July 4, 1839. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Written while attending Castleton Seminary, she describes how she spends
her time there. Mentions Mr. Hallock, principal of the school, and her
fellow students, Miss Drury and Miss Douglass. Says that she plans to
teach school next term. They send news of Middlebury. Mentions that a
number of Middlebury College students did not pass examinations in the
spring and that the new professors are very strict. Catherine Bent
Dunning writes of her Greek Instructor (a native of Athens), and her
opinion of the school. Asks if a teaching position can be found for Miss
Tucker.
Oversized.
138. Blanchard, William Walter (Brother of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Cleveland, OH; August 19, 1839. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes of his interest in the family's religion. Mentions his planned
meeting with Jonathan Blanchard. Speaks of the lack of religious
devotion in the family of Samuel and Lucretia [Hayward] Blanchard.
Recommends _The Advocate for Moral Reform_, saying that he forwarded a copy
to [Laura Blanchard] Stearns and [Lavinia Blanchard] Stafford and thinks
that Samuel Blanchard's family ought to subscribe to it. Discusses
serving God. Says that he thinks the Moral Reform Society will "erect a
wall of virtue." Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to recommend _The Advocate for
Moral Reform_ to Mrs. Black.
139. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Sixth Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, OH).
[Letter to Mary Avery Blanchard]. Xenia, OH; August 21, 1839. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Written while on a speaking tour. Tells Mary Bent Blanchard that she may
negotiate for a domestic servant. Mentions [Jonathan Edwards Blanchard].
Oversized.
140. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Sixth Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, OH).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Hudson, OH; August 27, 1839. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Mentions that he asked the editors to send their account of the meeting
he addressed and asks Mary Bent Blanchard to show it to Mr. Robinson and
Mr. Melendy. Describes his trip through Ohio, including an all-night
stagecoach ride with Wyandot Indians and drunkards. Visited William
Walter Blanchard. Mentions spending the night Mr. Chamberlin's house,
whose wife is a sister of Professor Nutting. Recalls courting Mary Bent
Blanchard in Middlebury. Talked about Mary Bent Blanchard to a Mr.
Austin and Miss DeForest. Wants Mr. Robinson to ask Mr. Powell to preach
for him.
141. Swift, Mary Ann. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Middlebury, VT; September
27, 1839. 4 p.
Note: Torn.
Writes about local people and events and describes a Middlebury College
commencement.
142. Cross, R. W. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Bridesburg, [PA]; October 15,
1839. 4 p.
Writes about the Anti-slavery movement in the city. Says that the
Lutheran Church which burned down is built anew.
143. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; November 11, 1839. 4 p.
Sends gifts from the family and a ring containing the hair of Uncle and
Aunt Adams. Mentions the Anti-Slavery Library and Edward Dunning's views
on slavery. Writes that William White's wife and child died, and that
Cousin George Allen's son and his daughter, Ann Maria, both died. Talks
about the "Reformade" school and Yellow Fever in Cincinnati.
144. Caswell, Jesse (Middlebury College classmate of JB and Missionary
travelling to Siam). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Singapore; November
26, 1839. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; torn.
Travelling to Siam, describes Singapore; its people, resources, and
churches. Tells of his study of the siamese language, giving an example
of it. Maintains that the Chinese have "a valid claim to be called a
Civilized People." Mentions the London Missionary Society.
145. Caswell, Jesse (Middlebury College Classmate of JB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Singapore; November 26, 1839. 4 p.
Note: Torn.
Writes about the voyage to Singapore, about his plans to go to Siam, and
about learning the Siamese language. Describes Singapore, Englishmen in
Singapore, temples and churches in Singapore, schools, and the Chinese in
Singapore. Mentions that he saw only two Chinese women in Singapore.
146. Dunning, Catherine Bent; Dunning, Edward C. (Sister and Brother-in-law of
MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard and Jonathan Blanchard]. Rome, NY;
January 22, 1840. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Catherine Bent Dunning writes on being a minister's wife and on the
spiritual state of the area. Mentions that Maria [Bent Nichols] is
attending Middlebury Seminary and that Hannah [Bent Tyner Pettengill] is
teaching. Says that Middlebury College has no president. Mentions Uncle
Grosvenor's failure and Aunt Allen's death. Wonders how Samuel [Bent]
will survive the "distressing times." Edward Dunning remembers a meeting
of Jonathan Blanchard, Mary Bent Blanchard, and himself in Harrisburg,
PA.
147. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner; Bent, Samuel W. (Sister and Brother of MAB).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard and Jonathan Blanchard]. Middlebury, VT;
February 15, 1840. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Give local news.
148. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Sixth Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, OH).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Middlebury, VT; March 31, 1840. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
On wisdom derived from privation. Obtained subscribers to their paper.
Writes of his expected return to Cincinnati.
149. Dunning, Catherine Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Rome, NY; April 3/4, 1840. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives local news, mentioning Professor [John] Hough taking a colonization
agency. Talks about Jonathan Edwards Blanchard's death. Speaks of
Jonathan and Mary's ministry in Cincinnati. Maria [Bent Nichols] is
staying with her. Middlebury College is expecting to have a president
soon. Mentions Mr. and Mrs. Richardson (whose baby died), and that Mary
Swift is said to be engaged to Matthew Gordon.
150. Bent, Mary Narcissa (Sister-in-law of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Boston, MA; April 4, 1840. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives sympathy for Jonathan Edwards Blanchard's death. Speaks of
revivals in Cincinnati and Boston. Mentions Jonathan Blanchard's
"Perfect State of Society." Also asks about Dr. [Lyman] Beecher and
speaks highly of him. Mentions a writing by Harriet Beecher Stowe.
151. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Sixth Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, OH).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Richmond, IN; April 8, 1840. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he attended and spoke at an Abolition Convention. Mentions
that he met William and Albert Blanchard, who are storekeepers. Says
that he wrote a letter to Dr. [Gamaliel] Bailey describing the convention
for _The Philanthropist_.
152. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Sixth Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, OH).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Columbus, OH; April 10, 1840. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about visiting a new church, relating his disgust that it has done
nothing about slavery. Talks about the daughters of Mr. Foster (with whom
he is staying), saying that they ought to be married. Gives list of
people for Mary Bent Blanchard to visit. Talks of "Mr. Arthur who must be
expelled." Asks Mary to pray for the meeting.
153. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; April 26, 1840. 1 p.
Writes about Hannah Bent Tyner Pettengill going to Cincinnati.
Oversized.
154. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Cincinnati, OH; May 19, [1840]. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she corrected letters to [Lyman] Beecher and J. Scott
Harrison mis-directed by Jonathan Blanchard. Gives local news,
mentioning that Mr. Eustis is discouraged about keeping a temperance
house. Mentions that she read in the _Philanthropist_ that the New School
southern churches formed an organization to rid themselves of antislavery. Comments on Pro- and Anti-Slavery in churches and legislature.
155. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Sixth Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, OH).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Massillon, [OH]; May 28, 1840. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes of his love for Mary Bent Blanchard. Tells that women at the
Anti-Slavery Convention, where he made a speech, were considering making
Mary Bent Blanchard secretary "of some state concern." Mentions that the
local Anti-Slavery society may split. Tells that the Society was
declared independent of the Garrison Club of NY and that there was no
trouble from the third political party men. He writes a poem "To My
Wife." Mentions vacant schools where Hannah Bent Tyner Pettengill might
find a position.
156. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Sixth Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, OH).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Putnam, [OH]; June 3, 1840. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he made a speech opposed to the third political party.
Defends himself against Mary Bent Blanchard's charge that he does not pay
enough attention to her. Writes of Mr. Byington, an unsuccessful
pastor, and his daughter Electa. Says that he conferred with Reverend
John I. Shipherd from Oberlin concerning a Professorship at Oberlin
College, that he hopes Hannah Bent Tyner Pettengill is preaching for Mary
Bent Blanchard. Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to "moderate Meacham's
displeasure if he comes while I am absent" and mentions "our paper.".
157. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Sixth Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, OH).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Lancaster, OH; June 8, 1840. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he has obtained some subscribers to a paper. Describes the
situation of ministers and the things with which they must deal. Says
that if he had an English background, his "democratic notions" would be
shaken by his observations on this trip. Tells the story of a farmer's
family and their folly. Writes of human ignorance and depravity.
Mentions a letter to Dr. [Gamaliel] Bailey for the _Philanthropist_ which
he wishes Mary Bent Blanchard to prevent being published.
158. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Cincinnati, OH; June 9, 1840. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Says that [John] Rankin preached for Jonathan Blanchard on the topic of
baptism. Mentions that General Harrison visited and that Miss Williams
is to marry Mr. Schofield, Mr. Bushnell to officiate. Tells of an
invitation from Mr. Wilder for Jonathan Blanchard to deliver an address
about slavery on July 4--(Wilder wants "eminent names").
159. Baily, G. Jr. [Letter to Gerrit Smith]. Cincinnati, OH; July 21, 1840. 4 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Writes about _The Philanthropist_, and the upcoming Anti-slavery meeting.
Defends Ohio abolitionists against the charge of being half-hearted.
Talks about abolitionists and the Whig Party, that Jonathan Blanchard is
not to vote for Harrison, and that he wishes to publish Smith's letter to
Jonathan Blanchard.
160. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Sixth Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, OH).
[Letter to Professor H. Cowles]. Cincinnati, OH; August 4, 1840. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Mentions an earlier letter of the same date which he is sending via Miss
Roby Merrill. Mentions that he intends to write to [Charles G.] Finney
and [Asa] Mahan concerning Mr. Boyle, who is to be dropped from "our
society" for his "terrible fanaticism," Writes about abolitionist
concerns: a collection taken at a Colored Church, an Eastern split among
abolitionists, and a decision in the Presbyterian Church to make slaveholders disqualified from membership. Mentions that [William Lloyd]
Garrison's views were rejected by the World's [Anti-Slavery] Convention.
Comments on a letter in which he expressed his intention to vote for
[William Henry] Harrison, which drew a letter from Gerrit Smith. Says
that things are leading to the establishment of an abolitionist political
party. Mentions [James] Gilliand, [John] Rankin, and [Horace] Bushnell
as holding political views similar to his own. Writes that Rev. Mr.
Humphrey was appointed a professor at Lane Theological Seminary, but he
refused. Mentions that [Lyman] Beecher's had obtained his salary and
several scholarships. Writes thatbhe attended the corner-stone laying of
Western Baptist Theological Institute. Wishes to make slave-holding a
disqualification for church membership at the Fall Presbytery meeting and
asks Cowles to speak with the faculty regarding this. Mentions Mr. Allen
and Mr. Watt (who is "vehemently opposed to abolition").
161. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Sixth Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, OH).
[Letter to [Professor H. Cowles]]. Cincinnati, OH; August 4, 1840. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Sends money for individuals and for books/pamphlets. Asks what to do
with unsold books.
162. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Cincinnati, Ohio). [Letter to Gerrit Smith].
Cincinnati, OH; August 5, 1840. 4 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Makes remark concerning the fact that his position on voting for [William
Henry] Harrison and [John] Tyler has been made public. Says he does not
want to appear a Whig partisan. Mentions Father Gilleland, an
abolitionist.
163. Bent, Joseph Avery (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; August 20, 1840. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives home news, mentioning that Charles Allen and A. W. Dyar were
expelled [from Middlebury College] for attending a political meeting
without faculty permission. Writes that there is much excitement over
politics and that 15,000 people attended a "Log Cabin and Hard Cider"
celebration on the 4th of July. Mentions that he hears boys singing
[William Henry] Harrison songs in the streets. Gives his plans to attend
the academy next term. Mentions that many students plan to enter the
college: Edward Merrill, Peter Starr, and John W. Stewart among them.
Writes about the commencement exercises of Middlebury College. Mentions
Dr. Beman, Mr. [James] Meacham, Mr. Taylor and [Julius] A. Beckwith.
Says that Dr. [Benjamin] Labaree was elected as president of the college.
164. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; August 20, 1840. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes of her visit to Catherine Bent Dunning in Rome, NY. Tells about
the Dunning's new baby, Catherine. Mentions the death of Jonathan
Edwards Blanchard. Gives news of Middlebury College, including
commencement and tells of students who were expelled for attending a Whig
convention. Mentions that a new president has been obtained for the
college. Says that the Philadelphian Society of Middlebury College wanted
Jonathan Blanchard to address them, but settled for Mr. Richardson.
165. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard and Jonathan Blanchard]. Shelbyville, [KY]; [September 20],
1840. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
To Mary Bent Blanchard she writes that she desperately desires a letter,
describes her school teaching and gives her impressions of Southern
people. Says that Mr. Wheelwright is ill and among strangers. To Jonathan
Blanchard she writes about slavery, mentioning a minister who is opposed
to slavery and the New School, and who is consequently very unpopular.
Oversized.
166. Curtis, Harvey (Middlebury College classmate of JB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Brandon, VT; October 23, 1840. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Refuses offer of secretaryship and agency, as missionary, in the West.
Mentions that his wife and youngest son died.
167. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; October 28, 1840. 4 p.
Note: Letter attached from Maria Bent Nichols to Mary Bent Blanchard ca.
October 28, 1840.
Talks about the Blanchards' plans to get a house. Describes numerous
meetings and much political activity. Writes about Mary Bent Blanchard's
affiliation with a society for colored people. Mentions Catherine Bent
Dunning's new baby, Catherine Avery Dunning. Says Jeanette Gordon went
to Jamaica. Mentions that Alonzo Wainwright and his wife lost an infant,
that Benjamin Labaree is the new president of Middlebury College, that
Mary [Bates?] is strongly pro-slavery, and that Ann [Bates?] is engaged
to Tutor Butler. Writes that Samuel Bent [father] is converting his
machinery from dog to horse power. Apologizes for sending a trifling
gift to William Safford.
Oversized.
168. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; ca. October 28, 1840. 1 p.
Note: Written on letter from Catherine Avery Bent to Mary Bent Blanchard
on October 28, 1840.
Talks about Hannah Bent Tyner Pettengill, who is in Kentucky. Writes
that when N. Chapman was married, he hid as the stage came to take the
couple away. Talks about Middlebury College's new president.
Oversized.
169. Hough, John. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Windham, OH; November 11,
1840. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Asks about openings in the ministry.
170. Hough, John. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Windham, OH; November 11,
1840. 1 p.
Inquires about vacant ministerial positions.
171. Twining, William. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Madison, IN; November 23,
1840. 2 p.
Asks Jonathan Blanchard to write to [John] Hough, informing him that
their pulpit is empty and inviting him to preach. Asks Jonathan to
inquire of Joseph Brown, a manufacturer of fire engines, whether he had
received a letter regarding "an apparatus.".
Oversized.
172. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Sixth Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, OH).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Batavia, OH; November 26, 1840. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Will delay his return home.
173. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; January 28, 1841. 4 p.
Note: Torn.
Writes about the birth of [Mary Blanchard (Daughter)], suggesting middle
names for the baby; and about Elizabeth's new baby, Mary White. Writes
that Davis [White?] is to marry Elizabeth Grosvenor, and that Thomas
[White?] is to marry Miss Sawyer. Asks for an account of the AntiSlavery Convention. Writes about efforts to promote revival, that the
Baptists and Methodists have been holding protracted meetings, that Mr.
Day and Mr. Lamb have conducted meetings at Bridgeport, and that there
has been a revival in New Haven. Mentions Mr. Fairbank, the former
minister of 6th Church in Cincinnati. Writes that Martha Hough's
engagement to Mr. Walden is broken.
Oversized.
174. Dunning, Catherine Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Rome, NY//Middlebury VT; February 25/April 14, 1841. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Mentions birth of Mary Blanchard (Daughter), Catherine Dunning, and
writes of changes in Middlebury. Mentions that they might leave Rome,
NY. Writes that the fate of Deacon Brewster's family is "melancholy" and
that Elisha is to be "tried for his life" in Quebec. Says that Martha
married a Universalist. Writes that Hannah Bent Tyner Pettengill has not
been heard from for some time, causing anxiety and speculation on Maria
Bent Nichols' part that she may have been secretly married. Writes of
Joseph Avery Bent's studies and maturity.
175. Scales, William (Former classmate of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Rochester, VT; March 4, 1841. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Response to offer of editorial position. Writes of his wedding journey.
176. Scales, William (Middlebury Classmate of JB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Rochester, VT; March 4, 1841. 4 p.
Praises Dr. Samuel Hanson Cox. Calls Jonathan Blanchard a poet. Talks
about his hunt for a situation and the qualifications of an editor.
Questions whether a religious periodical could be supported in the west.
Declines offer to assume an editorship.
177. Irwin, J. T. (Pastor in Felicity, OH). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Felicity, OH; March 8, 1841. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Invites Jonathan Blanchard to come and assist at a "communion meeting."
Gives the spiritual state of the congregation.
178. Irwin, J. T. (Minister). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Felicity, OH;
March 8, 1841. 1 p.
Wishes Jonathan Blanchard to be present at a Communion service.
179. Cross, R. W. (Friend of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Marion
College; March 25, 1841. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives local news--revival in the area. Inquires about Catherine Bent
Dunning and Edward Dunning. Asks about distance and travel expenses to
Cincinnati.
180. Cross, R. W. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Marion College; March 25,
1841. 3 p.
Mentions his church.
181. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Sixth Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, OH).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Albany, NY; April 16, 1841. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Quick note saying that he preached the previous night.
182. Barber, A. D. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Oberlin, OH; April 26, 1841.
4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes of revival at Oberlin College, Charles G. Finney's preaching in
Oberlin and Elyria, of anti-Oberlin sentiment from pro-slavery people, of
the death of Whitford, an anti-Oberlin kidnapper. Speaks of "emigrants"
going through Oberlin to Canada. Writes that Old School people are
beginning to hold protracted meetings, and that Bro. Steily[?] is
preaching.
183. Barber, A. D. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Oberlin, OH; April 26, 1841.
4 p.
Mentions his connection to a colored school. Writes about Prof. Charles
G. Finney's preaching and conversions at Oberlin College. Mentions the
Norton Affair, Bro. Avery's work in Elzria and Buffalo, and revivals.
Says that the "Old School people" are holding protracted meetings, and
mentions that a Kentuckian [Whitford] died en route to his trial for
kidnapping. Writes about threats against Oberlin by Pro-slavery forces,
trials of Kentuckians, and the Underground Railroad work at Oberlin.
184. Tibbets, Mary A. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Noels Creek, IN; April
29, 1841. 3 p.
Writes about new converts and anti-slavery sentiments of the area.
Thinks Mary Bent Blanchard should encourage Jonathan Blanchard to adopt a
plan of women taking part in prayer meetings. Writes that she adopted a
child. Mentions abolition lectures.
Oversized.
185. Cable, Jonathan. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Reynoldsburg, OH; April
30, 1841. 3 p.
Writes that anti-slavery men ought to take the lead in education.
Suggests establishing a school upon anti-slavery principles. Gives his
plans for the institution and village. Writes about protracted meetings.
186. Benthall, W. C. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Cincinnati, OH; May [ ],
1841. 1 p.
Note: Form letter.
Announces that Jonathan Blanchard is elected as an honorary member of the
Young Men's Mercantile Library Association.
187. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; May 11, 1841. 1 p.
Writes about the family.
Oversized.
188. Blanchard, William Walter (Brother of JB's). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Delhi, [ ]; May 14, 1841. 4 p.
Writes about a National Fast, the need for greater holiness and prayer
among Christans, and about Brother Walker's plans to meet Universalists
in discussion.
189. Blanchard, Cyrus Lewis (Brother of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Hanover, OH; May 17, 1841. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Says he does not want letters filled with preaching; he would rather go
to a meeting. Speaks of an abolition meeting which became rather heated
and which he addressed. Mentions [William Lloyd] Garrison, Wright,
Rogers, Foster, Pillsbury, "and the whole tribe of lunaticks." Mentions
Alison St. Clair's speaking ability. George Minard gave him money.
190. Blanchard, Cyrus Lewis (Brother of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Hanover, OH; May 17, 1841. 4 p.
Writes about his decision concerning whether to continue in college, and
about his devotional life. Sends Jonathan Blanchard "an abolition,
nonresistant, women's rights paper" in which his name appears. Writes
that [William Lloyd] Garrison, Wright, Rogers, Foster, and Pillsbury are
"luniticks" in the "foolish ground they took in Abolitionism." Says that
Wright, Foster, and Pillsbury held an Abolition Meeting, and that Wright
debated Alison St. Clair. Talks about Sabbatarianism. Mentions that he
addressed the meeting.
191. Blanchard, William Walter (Brother of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Delhi, [ ]; May 17, 1841. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Mentions that it is a national fast day and writes of the need for
holiness and prayer among Christians. Writes that Bro. Walker is to meet
the universalists in discussion.
192. Cooley, James Jr. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Greenfield, OH; May 25,
1841. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Asks Jonathan Blanchard to see to Jonathan Logan's situation while Logan
is in Cincinnati. (Logan is a man with a crippled son, an abolitionist,
and a member of Mr. Carothers' church). Suggests that Logan could stay at
Mr. Eustis' or at Henry Van Bergen's house.
Oversized.
193. Cooley, James Jr. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Greenfield, OH; May 25,
1841. 2 p.
Asks that Jonathan Blanchard see that Logan, an abolitionist, has his
needs met while he is in Cincinnati for the medical treatment of his
son's hip.
Oversized.
194. Twining, William. [Letter to Edward Dunning]. Madison, IN; May 26, 1841. 2
p.
Urges Dunning to remain in the West, though "it is not a land flowing
with milk and honey for ministers." Asks Dunning to preach and mentions
opportunities for situations in the West.
Oversized.
195. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Sixth Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, OH).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Cincinnati, OH; June 7, 1841. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives local news. Refers to letter from W. Twining to Edward Dunning of
May 26, 1841. Says he caught a huge rat which Mr. and Mrs. Pritchard
scalded to death with the tea kettle. Mentions a prayer meeting and
William Walter Blanchard. Says that he wrote a poem which he hopes to
publish. Mentions that the United Bretheren are to begin a newspaper
soon. Relates that people returned from an Anti-slavery convention and
that Mary Bent Blanchard's report is to be published.
196. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; June 21, 1841. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Mentions a report of hers published (with errors) in a paper and asks
Jonathan Blanchard to obtain the original manuscript from [Gamaliel]
Bailey. Describes the trip to Vermont. Mentions Mrs. North, "whose
husband was shot about a year ago." Gives local news. Inquires about
the female prayer meetings and the sewing society and the mother's
meetings.
197. Safford, Myron W. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Wilmington, OH; July 3,
1841. 1 p.
Letter of introduction and recommendation to Oliver E. Peehley.
198. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Sixth Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, OH).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Cincinnati, OH; July 5, 1841. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes of stove troubles. Says that societies are languishing without
Mary Bent Blanchard. Mentions possible situations for George [Bent], and
says that retail jobs are hard to get. Mentions a delegation of reformed
drunkards expected from Baltimore and that a Dutchman and a Roman
Catholic temperance man had been asked to come. Says that the meetings
with which Mary Bent Blanchard was connected have languished. Writes
that an attempt was made to hold an anti-abolition meeting, but no
speakers could be found. Says that Piatt and Wilson W. Brown were
involved in the abortive meeting. New members were added to the church,
among them Mrs. Jackson. Mentions that the remains of [William Henry]
Harrison are expected in Cincinnati on the morrow.
199. Meacham, James (Middlebury College classmate of Jonathan Blanchard).
[Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. New Haven, CT; July 6, 1841. 4 p.
Writes about hearing Daniel Webster speak on the Bankrupt Law. Says he
was going to send to Jonathan Blanchard to deliver a poem before the
Alumni of Middlebury College. Gives news of acquaintances. Says that
abolition in Vermont is in a transition state (about to "dive into
politics") and divides abolitionism into three forms: Garrisonian,
political, and religious. Cautions Jonathan Blanchard against
indifference toward individuals when "greater men were about." Says that
Middlebury is changing. Mentions "the Oberlin Evangelist" and
perfectionism.
200. Meacham, James (Middlebury College Classmate of JB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. New Haven, CT; July 6, 1841. 4 p.
Writes that he heard Daniel Webster speak on the Bankrupt Law, and says
that it is a mystery that Jonathan Blanchard has "so likely and lovely a
wife." Asks if Jonathan Blanchard will deliver a poem to the Alumni of
[Middlebury] College, mentioning that Jonathan Blanchard can "make poetry
extempore." Says Minn's health is very poor. Gives news of classmates.
Discusses abolition, writing that "abolition in Vermont is in a
transition state;" that he believes abolitionism will take three forms:
1. Garrisonian (i.e. infidelity) 2. Political 3. Religious; and that
the Church split in Cornwall over slavery. Mentions a Middlebury College
graduate who complained that he could get "but little interview" with
Jonathan Blanchard. Mentions Jonathan Blanchard's Oberlin Speech [on the
Perfect State of Society].
201. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; July 9/10/12, 1841. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about her activities and acquaintances, in Middlebury. Mentions
college, and her siblings. Mentions a warmly discussed resolution
regarding trading with temperance merchants. Participants in the debate
were: [Horatio] Seymour, Mr. Botteson[?], [Solomon] Stoddard, and [James]
Meacham. The abolition cause in Middlebury; the Methodist minister, Mr.
Prindle, a firm abolitionist, but some church-members are
colonizationalists. Mentions that Mr. Porter and others are "warm
friends of the slave." Gives an account of her expenses. Local and
family news. Her brother, Samuel Bent had a son. Asks if Hannah Bent
Tyner Pettengill got her money from Mr. Hill. [James] Meacham preached.
Mary Blanchard (Daughter) was vaccinated. Mr. Hurlbut is to deliver an
anti-slavery lecture.
202. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Sixth Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, OH).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Cincinnati, OH; July 21/22, 1841. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives Cincinnati news, and the "situations" of relatives. Thinks that
George [Bent] ought to come to Cincinnati with Mary Bent Blanchard. Says
that he will discuss Hannah Bent Tyner Pettengill's business matters with
Mr. Hall, who got Selima Blanchard Allen's money from Judge Fishback.
Says that William Walter Blanchard will probably teach and board at their
house. Declines to ask Mrs. Walbridge about "the women's matters."
Writes that "Sarah has her turns of 'terrible, terrible' as usual."
Discusses the time of Mary Bent Blanchard's return. Chides Mary Bent
Blanchard for calling [James] Meacham "old and fat." Mrs. Powell had a
baby which is being nursed by Mrs. Benton. Mentions that he is afflicted
with "variableness in religion." Mr. and Mrs. Curtis returned from
Illinois. Says that he has bathed with a sponge all over and his health
has benefited. Saw James E. Ludlow, who is hardened against religion.
Mentions that Mrs. Garrard is at the Kentucky springs and that John
Melendy went to Illinois. Mentions writing a sermon for the Presbytery.
Spoke to an Irish woman about taking a position as a domestic servant in
the Blanchard's house and mentions that Mrs. Pritchard highly recommends
a Welsh girl. Writes of a Baltimore Temperance delegation and mentions
that he got "our poor Willet" to go and sign the pledge. Gives the
reasons he loves Mary Bent Blanchard.
203. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; July 30, 1841. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Letter about her activities and events in Middlebury. Gives arrangements
for return trip. Attended a meeting of the Maternal Association.
Mentions that [Thomas] Merrill is attending the temperance convocation at
Saratoga and that none of his children give any evidence of piety.
Writes that George [Bent] has gone to live with Samuel [Bent] and work as
a clerk in his store. Says that Samuel Bent has grown more sedate and
his religious character has improved. Writes that she expects Cyrus
[Lewis Blanchard] for commencement. Says that she would like William
Walter Blanchard to live with them, if she can have a domestic servant.
Gives Hannah Bent Tyner Pettengill's address. Mentions that she has
pleasant associations of the church members, excepting a few. Received a
singing book from Mrs. Collier. Warns Jonathan Blanchard not to say
anything to Mr. Richardson that would "not sound well told of" in
Middlebury and asks him to write to Mr. and Mrs. Graydon. Mentions that
the Presbyterian church where in Harrisburg, Penn. where Mr. Dewitt
preached was torn down and a new one being built. Writes that the
colored population of Harrisburg are better than perviously, but that the
concert of prayer had been discontinued. Samuel Bent plans to send a
copy of the sermon preached on the death of General [William Henry]
Harrison by [Benjamin] Labaree.
204. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Lexington, KY; August 12, 1841. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Details her troubles getting some money to owed her by Mr. Hill.
Mentions that Miss Brown is having the same trouble. Mentions Mr.
Safford, Colonel Dunham, Miss Weeks[?], and that Mr. Bennett's daughter
died.
205. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB's). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Lexington, KY; August 12, 1841. 3 p.
Note: Torn.
Writes that Mr. and Mrs. Hill owe money to Hannah Bent Tyner Pettengill
and Miss Brown. Writes about teaching, finances, and the death of Mr.
Bennet's daughter.
206. Coon, Joseph. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Sardinia, OH; August 19,
1841. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Invitation to a protracted meeting. Writes that the Campbell Baptists
are currently preaching to large congregations.
207. Moore, James. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Sardinia, OH; August 19,
1841. 1 p.
Asks if Jonathan Blanchard or other "of the bretheren" could attend
protracted meetings. Mentions the Campell Baptists.
Oversized.
208. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Sixth Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, OH).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Cincinnati, OH; August 26, 1841. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Sends a check with instructions concerning check and money--"be sure to
have it in New York City bills." Gives instructions concerning Mary Bent
Blanchard's trip home. He wrote to Osman Sellew and Rev. Mr. Allen.
Mentions that Dr. Towler's child Edward died. Expects Mr. Avery soon.
Mentions that Mary Bent Blanchard will have to break in a domestic
servant. Writes that he preached for Bro. Benton, who recently lost his
son, Henry Martin. Says that Mary may write to Dr. Hewitt, a "warm
friend" of Jonathan's whose first name he cannot remember. Asks Mary
Bent Blanchard to visit Rev. John T. Avery. Gives the names of friends
where Mary Bent Blanchard could stay on her return journey. Mentions that
his foot is 11 inches long.
209. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; September 3/[4], 1841. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes of her love for Jonathan Blanchard and for God. Gives the plans
for her trip home. Mentions that Maria Bent Nichols had cholera and
Joseph Avery Bent has summer fever. Writes that she intends to visit
[John T.] Avery. Writes that she would like to bring a servant girl
named Mary to Cincinnati from Middlebury, but that she has a "peculiar
disposition." Mentions letters received from family members. Describes a
"curious letter" received by a neighbor inquiring as to whether Samuel
Bent's daughters are all married and whether the writer might get a wife.
Asks Jonathan Blanchard to visit Mrs. Miller and ask her to have the
secretary pro tem of the city anti-slavery society write a report for the
next meeting. Thinks she will step down as secretary of Anti-Slavery
Society. Mentions that George Bent started for Boston.
Oversized.
210. Barber, A. D. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Paterson, [NJ?]; February
25, 1842. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Letter responding to offer of position of agent, possibly for AntiSlavery Society; is uncertain where path of duty lies. Talks of
President [Asa] Mahan's and [Charles G.] Finney's evangelistic efforts in
NY and NJ. Writes of the progress of the causes of temperance and
abolition, mentioning that colored people may sit where they please in
the church. Says that he preaches for the colored people and that the
blacks of Paterson are behind those of Cincinnati.
211. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; May 6, 1842. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives family and local news. Writes of the death of Mary Avery. Writes
that Catherine [White?] was engaged to Mr. Forbes Westboro. Says that
George Allen's son, George, lost his wife. Received a letter from [Mary]
Narcissa [Bent], who speaks of revival in Rev. Allen's church. Mentions
that Jonathan Blanchard bought a house.
Oversized.
212. Stevens, Thaddeus (Lawyer and Politician). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Washington, DC; May 24, 1842. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Mentions that he had received letters from both Salmon P. Chase and
Jonathan Blanchard inviting him to join a third political party. Stevens
believes that is would not be wise to form a third party at the present
time. His thoughts on the next presidential election. Mentions that
Gerrit Smith favored Winfield Scott before [William Henry] Harrison's
nomination. Scott's views on the slavery question. Stevens says that
Scott's election would do more for the Liberty cause than defeat as a
third party and says he will support the general. Renders admiration for
the "address and proceedings" of Jonathan Blanchard's convention.
213. Stevens, Thaddeus (U.S. Senator). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Washington, DC; May 24, 1842. 2 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Advises against forming a separate anti-slavery Political Party. Gives
his thoughts on the upcoming election.
214. Cobb, H. W. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Oberlin, OH; June 21, 1842. 3
p.
Note: RPFC.
Letter concerning financial matters between himself and the ladies'
society.
215. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Sixth Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, OH).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Porter, OH; July 1, 1842. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about a debate with slaveholders and a Unitarian aboard a boat.
216. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Sixth Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, OH).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Ripley, OH; July 6, 1842. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Feels a "shrinking at . . . going back to my duties at Cincinnati," and
the difficulties waiting him. Gathered flowers, berries, and quail eggs.
Writes of preaching at a revival meeting. Plans to debate on the topic
of slavery and find subscribers for the paper. Plans to try to find
subscribers for _The Philanthropist_.
217. Dunning, Catherine Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Canajoharie, NY; August 16/17, 1842. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Talks of Jonathan Blanchard's home struck by lightning, the settling of
Mary Avery's estate, a fugitive cousin (Aaron White), and outrages in
Philedelphia.
218. Wilder, Nancy B. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Circleville, OH; December
8, 1842. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Inquires about how best to run a Maternal Association. Writes about her
husband assisting Dr. [Lyman] Beecher in Meetings. Writes that Miss
Elliott died of comsumption.
219. Bent, Samuel W. (Brother of MAB's). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. New
York, NY; March 19, 1843. 1 p.
Writes that a violent storm prevented him from returning home.
220. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Sixth Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, OH).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Pittsburgh, "four miles from Warf," PA;
April 27, 1843. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to save the letters he writes during his voyage
to England, as he plans to have them printed. Mentions that he wrote a
letter for the _Philanthropist_. Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to direct letter
to him in care of Lewis Tappan.
221. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; May 2, 1843. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she will not be able to visit Cincinnati. Mentions Jonathan
Blanchard's planned trip to England. Gives home and Middlebury College
news; describes remodelling in her house.
222. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Cincinnati, OH; May 5, 1843. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Mentions "perils" Jonathan Blanchard passed through. Received a letter
from her brother, Samuel Bent. Gives home news, deaths, a
funeral.Attended a prayer meeting led by [William] Walter [Blanchard]
which was not fully attended due to a benefit concert for the Ladies'
Colporteur Society. Visited Mrs. Williams, and was present at her death
bed. Describes Mr. Robinson's death and funeral. Writes that Bro.
Edwards has preached for Jonathan Blanchard and will probably be invited
to preach for the summer. Mentions that Selima Blanchard Allen is
expected to make a visit. Writes that Ann was unable to find a teaching
position in Elizabethtown. Mentions that Malvina did a good job while
Ann was gone. Writes that Mary Avery Blanchard thinks that Jonathan is on
the boat with the boilers. Mentions that [William Walter Blanchard]
(son) is "worrisome." Says that Mrs. Garrard is to marry Judge McLean,
who is talked of as a Whig candidate for President.
223. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Sixth Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, OH).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. New York, NY; May 8/9, 1843. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives news of NY acquaintances. Spent two days with Thomas White and the
Sabbath with Bro. Badeau's father and sister. Mentions that Mr. Collier
received letters from Catherine Bent and Hannah Bent Tyner Pettengill to
be forwarded to Mary Bent Blanchard by Dr. Weed. Mentions Mrs. Gay and
Mrs. Corwin in regard to changes respecting the lot in the Walnut Hills
[Ohio] Cemetary. Mentions [Edward] Dunning's "infirmities" and says that
he thinks they have not prayed enough about the matter. Writes of paying
$75.00 for passage to England on _The Montreal_, captained by Mr. Tinker.
Writes that Mrs. Childs left the editorship of the _Anti-Slavery Standard_
in order to enjoy her freedom, mentioning that she was criticized by the
Garrisonites and others. Says that the anti-slavery societies are at a
low ebb in Philadelphia. Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to read the papers and
keep a file of the _Watchman_ and _The Philanthropist_. Mentions that Mr.
Collier's son thinks of going to Middlebury to live with [Samuel Bent].
224. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Sixth Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, OH).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. New York, NY; May 9/10/12, 1843. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that the Hutchinson singers are to sing in Cincinnati. Tells that
the ship's sailing is delayed by contrary winds. Mentions a letter he
wrote to [Gamaliel] Bailey complaining of ill health. Asks Mary Bent
Blanchard to tell [Gamaliel] Bailey to hold an anti-slavery meeting while
the Hutchinson Singers are in Cincinnati: "Have Smith speak and
them...sing anti-slavery songs and all Cincinnati will be moved."
Mentions Malvina and asks if Mary Bent Blanchard and Mrs. Huntington pray
for and persevere for Mrs. Melendy.
225. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Sixth Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, OH).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. At Sea; June 1, 1843. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Describes the voyage to England and that he was sea sick the entire time.
Writes on Mary Bent Blanchard's qualities. Desires Dr. [Gamaliel] Bailey
to edit carefully his letters for publication and mentions that his
Ripley speech suffered for want of proper punctuation. Asks Mary Bent
Blanchard to see that copies of _The Philanthropist_ are sent to Thomas
White. Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to send him copies of _The Philanthropist_
and _The Watchman of the Valley_, if she has copies to spare. Urges Mary
Bent Blanchard to spend some time in the country for her health. Writes
on the "vast and solemn" work of building the holy Church. Gives
anecdote of a pilot saluting Jonathan Blanchard as Captain. Mentions the
letters he has written during his journey. Mentions Bro. Robinson's
death, saying that he was much affected by it.
Oversized.
226. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Sixth Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, OH).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. London, England; June 15, 1843. 4 p.
Writes that he is sending a copy of _The Anti-Slavery Reporter_ to Mary
Bent Blanchard to the care of Dr. [Gamaliel] Bailey. Mentions that Sir
M. G. Crofton gave him $20 for medicine which Dr. Crofts sent. Writes
that he was listed as a delegate for the Ohio State [Anti-Slavery]
Society but not the Ladies' Society. He spoke to the convention
secretary about correcting this oversight in the official minutes.
Mentions that he has not resolved to collect money for the Ladies'
Education Society, since six or seven are already "begging." Tells of
the state of the English poor and beggers. Comments that "everything is
here" (i.e. in London) and that he plans to "go to the bottom" of several
things before he leaves.
227. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Madison, [OH?]; June 26, 1843. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Mentions that she received letters from Jonathan Blanchard sent by Mr.
Badeau, Dr. Weed, and Father Melendy. Gives home news. Mentions Selima
Blanchard Allen's marriage to [Jacob T.] Allen. Writes that William
Walter Blanchard traveled with Mr. Cable and family and plans to visit
Selima. Tells of receiving letters from Cyrus Lewis Blanchard, and gives
news of Hiram Blanchard and Laura Blanchard Wheeler. Writes that the
anniversary exercises at Lane Seminary were said to be very fine.
Mentions that Roby Merrill was married to Mr. Newton, who had consulted
Mary Bent Blanchard on the propriety of the union. Writes that Mrs.
Robinson moved into Ashbel Merrill's house. Mentions that she has had
much company since Jonathan left and is now staying in the country with
Mrs. Black. Mentions that Ann (a domestic servant) took a sewing
position and that Miss Bollesby became ill and went to her mother's.
Says that Malvira, Mary Avery Blanchard, William Walter Blanchard (son)
and herself were ill. Lists the visitors at their house. Mentions that
Mr. Edwards is preaching and that Mr. Cleveland is preaching in the 2nd
church. Gives news of prayer meetings and tells that she had established
a female prayer meeting. Says that the "doings of the General Assembly
this year have mortified and distressed me" and that Mr. Rankin and
others are advising to withdraw from that body. Gives news of the AntiSlavery Convention. Says that Millerites (the "End is Near" group) are
gaining converts and that Mrs. Henry Miller and Mr. Cooke are followers
of this doctrine. Tells of the condition of the house and yard, saying
that a hen got in and hatched a brood of chicks.
228. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Sixth Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, OH).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. London, England; July 1, 1843. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Complains of receiving no letters. Gives news of the Convention, saying
that he was elected Vice President. Tells his intention of writing of
his experiences in England. Writes that he plans to travel and see other
parts of the kingdom and then return via sailing ship with Rev. A. A.
Phelps. Mentions that he preached twice and that he was weakened by it.
Mentions the Ladies' Education Society and the Oneida Institute.
Describes the lack of piety and zeal in the English Congregational
Churches and their "hollow formalism." Mentions praying for Malvina and
Mrs. Melendy's conversions.
229. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Sixth Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, OH).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. London, England; July 11, 1843. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Complains of not receiving any letters. Mentions [Gamaliel] Bailey and
_The Philanthropist_. Gives plans for his return via Boston. Mentions
trouble concerning some woman and Jonathan Edwards Blanchard's grave.
Mentions his plans to visit Ireland (and possibly friends of Selima
Blanchard Allen's "friend" [Jacob T. Allen?]. Discusses the depravity of
Englishmen, comparing it unfavorably with that of Americans. Mentions
that he is vexed with "Pusyism" and corruptions in the church. Says he
attended a function given by "the celebrated Mrs. Ossie." Compares the
religion of the city of London to that of Dr. [Lyman] Beecher's church,
"or lower." Says that the University is lower in grade than Dr. Cox and
that the philanthropy of England is about that of a "tolerably honest
Whig or Democratic politician.".
230. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Sixth Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, OH).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Liverpool, England; July 29, 1843. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives his plans for the trip home on the merchant ship Goodwin, captained
by Mr. Davis. He describes the ship and mentions that he will be
accompanied by [A. A.] Phelps. Says that he plans to visit Samuel Bent
and [Uzziah] Burnap. Comments on William Walter Blanchard's character,
saying that people will make allowances for his eccentricities and that
he was sometimes vexed by him. Relates his thoughts on the action of the
General Assembly regarding slavery and asks Mary Bent Blanchard to report
on the state of the anti-slavery churches in Cincinnati. Mentions that
he began writing a letter on Puseyism addressed to Dr. Ayedelotte.
Comments on the prostitutes in London. Says that prayer ought to be
relied upon in regard to the Millerites and Mormons.
231. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Sixth Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, OH).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Liverpool, England; July 29, 1843. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Describes receiving a letter from [John] Melendy and his reaction to
having this news from Cincinnati. Gives his plans for the trip home
aboard the Goodwin, captained by Mr. Davis. Expresses concern over Mary
Avery Blanchard's fits.
232. Blanchard, Cyrus Lewis (Brother of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Elizabethtown, NY; August 12, 1843. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he is entering the "real" world with no small trepidation,
describes commencement, and says that he has decided law is his calling.
Mentions that the Philadelphia Black Band played at Commencement. Gives
news of Hiram Blanchard, and asks about William Walter Blanchard. Asks
who married Selima Blanchard Allen. Mentions that Jonathan Blanchard
urged him to study divinity and that he had spoken about getting him a
position as a tutor in an institution. Asks when Jonathan Blanchard is
to return from England.
Oversized.
233. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Cincinnati, OH; August 30, 1843. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives news of relatives and various churches in Cincinnati. Visited
Selima Blanchard Allen, who is keeping rooms in Mr. Pollack's house.
Comments on [Jacob Allen's] preaching and mentions that he has gone to
Iowa or Illinois to find land. Writes that William Walter Blanchard and
Mr. Edwards have recently returned from a journey to Columbus and
Oberlin. Writes of morning prayer meetings which meet in Mr. Brooks'
house and in Mr. Wilson's church. Mentions that the 2nd Church have
called Mr. Cleveland as their pastor. Mentions a riot, with its leaders
jailed. Speaks of "second advent" doctrine in the Free Wesleyan and
colored churches. Writes that the 6th Baptist church has moved into its
new building with Dr. Brisbane as pastor. Mentions that there is antislavery feeling in Asbury Chapel and that Mr. Wunder and other prominent
men are "very decided." Mentions the General Assembly's action regarding
slavery and [John] Rankin's response to it. Received a letter from Cyrus
Lewis Blanchard. Mentions that William Walter Blanchard criticized her
for not praying in public. Mentions that she leads two prayer meetings.
Mentions the health of Mary Avery Blanchard and William Walter Blanchard
(son). Says that Dennis Mayther is "sunk in sin." Mentions that Mr.
White preached and that there are prayer meetings at Bro. Reddish's and
Dr. Weed's. Hints at the death of William Walter Blanchard (son).
Writes that Mr. Aiken had an exhibition of his juvenile choir.
234. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Cincinnati, OH; September 20, 1843. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives reasons why she cannot not go east to meet Jonathan Blanchard on
his return from England. Mentions that John Melendy went to Illinois.
Mentions that a daughter of Mrs. Huntington's boarders is a runaway and
disobedient to her parents. Mentions that William Walter Blanchard told
her that she had improved 50% since Jonathan Blanchard left.
235. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Cincinnati, OH; September 22, 1843. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Hasty note telling Jonathan Blanchard that she is coming to meet him on
his return from England.
236. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Sixth Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, OH).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Worcester, MA; September 30, 1843. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Expresses his disappointment that Mary does not plan to travel east to
meet him. Criticizes Mary for not writing of William Walter Blanchard's
(son) death while he was in England. Asks for extra copies of his
published letters to [Gamaliel] Bailey and admits that he wrote some
severe things to Mary while he was in England. Mentions that he used to
praise Mrs. Burnap's housekeeping as superior to Mary's, but now modifies
his stance. Gives Mary Bent Blanchard a list of instructions. Proposes
never to open a letter or a newspaper before dinner and suggests that he
and Mary Bent Blanchard read more together. Mentions books that they
have read together. Asks that Miss Bollsby make him a calico wrapper.
Says that the ought to have a "law of ablution" for the improvement of
their health.
237. Warner, U. N. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. New Haven, CT; November 14,
1843. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Asks if Mary Bent Blanchard can find news of his brother, George.
238. Conant, Elizabeth (Cousin of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Worcester, MA; February 7, 1844. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Mentions that she received a letter from Catherine Bent. Gives health
and news of family members.
239. Cook, R. S. (Corresponding Secretary, A[merican] T[ract] Society). [Letter
to Jonathan Blanchard]. New York, NY; February 10, 1844. 3 p.
Note: RPFC; Contemporary Copy.
Writes about German colporteurs, giving news of them by name.
240. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Troy,
NY; February 17, 1844. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Describes his journey from Cincinnati to Troy. Writes of reactions to
his teaching at a black school. Relates that he refused an offer of
whiskey and gave the man a temperance lecture. Mentions that Mr. Jewett
desires Jonathan Blanchard to come to Dayton and lecture on slavery. Mr.
Jewett's sister wishes to know Mary Bent Blanchard's opinion of giving to
the Bible Society. Mentions that a black Sabbath School is to be
started.
Oversized.
241. Johnson, Flora. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Church Hill, AL; May 1,
1844. 2 p.
Writes that she heard that Mary Bent Blanchard married a Presbyterian
clergyman.
242. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; May 21, 1844. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives home and family news. Writes that Cyrus Lewis Blanchard arrived
for a visit. Says that William White is an itinerant preacher and that
Mary White moved to Indiana. Mentions Mr. Nash's father and attributes
his derangement to the trouble which his son has caused. Writes that
Samuel [Bent] sailed for Europe. Writes that Catherine Bent Dunning had a
baby and that [Edward] Dunning's mother is expected to stay with them.
243. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Greenwood, [IN]; May 27, 1844. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Describes her trip from Cincinnati to Greenwood by boat, stage, and
canoe, complaining of the terrible roads. Writes that she was awakened
in her hotel room by a woman complaining that a man had broken into her
room. Traveled by stage with Mr. Palmer, an Indiana politician, Judge Mc
Clean and Mrs. Gaig. Writes that Dr. Noble would like Jonathan Blanchard
to come to Indiana. Mentions teaching school. Mentions that she
borrowed a copy of _The Young Ladies' Friend_ and that she needs a watch.
Writes that she has charge of the infant Sabbath School class.
244. White, Mary. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Worcester, MA; June 4, 1844.
1 p.
Writes that she has suffered from lung fever, and that Aaron White's
wife, Cordelia, died. Writes about Elizabeth and her family, including
her son, Charly Blanchard; and about Mary and her husband.
Oversized.
245. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Sixth Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, OH).
[Letter to Reverend Henry Cowles]. Cincinnati, OH; July 5, 1844. 3 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Inquires after a "Mrs. H. A. Spenser" who passed Jonathan Blanchard a
$3.00 bill, questioning whether she may be an imposter.
246. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Sixth Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, OH).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Greensburg, [IN?]; August 9, 1844. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he is "preaching pretty hard," and the meeting is successful.
Mentions writing to _The Watchman of the Valley_. Says that he is staying
with Mr. Cable and describes his house.
247. Bent, Mary Narcissa (Sister-in-law of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. New Ipswich, N. H.; August 15, 1844. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives family news, describing her boys. Writes of her husband's trip to
the British Isles and France, and his safe return. Comments on her
pastor, Mr. Rogers.
248. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Brookville, IN; November 15/16, 1844. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Describes her trip from Greenwood to Brookville, with a short description
of Brookville's religion and the people's mourning of the Whig defeat.
Mentions that people are almost cursing the abolitionists. Writes that
she was knocked from her horse by the branch of a tree. Writes that she
is not too upset about [James K.] Polk's election, though she is a Whig.
249. Blanchard, Jonathan. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; [1838-1845]. 1
p.
Note: RPFC.
Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to send the papers left by Senator [Thomas]
Morris.
250. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Brookville, IN; Janurary 13, 1845. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives local and family news. Mentions removal of the church debt [of the
Sixth Presbyterian Church?]. Writes about the protracted church meeting,
prayer meeting and teaching school. Gives news of Middlebury, includung
Mary Bass' (whose parents became Episcopalians) marriage to Mr. Sheldon.
251. Lewis, William (Former member of Sixth Presbyterian Chruch, Cincinnati,
Ohio). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Leech Lake, MN; January 22, 1845.
4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about missions to the Indians of the area, including the Red Lake
Mission and his own at Leach Lake. Mentions that the local Indians are
called "pillagers" and that they well deserve the name. Describes some
of the hardships and privations he and the Indians face. Mentions that
his wife was a teacher at a colored school. Asks for donations.
Oversized.
252. Lewis, William. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Leech Lake, MN; January 22,
1845. 4 p.
Note: Torn.
Writes about Lucy M. Wright Lewis [his wife], his work as a missionary to
the Indians, the trip to Leech Lake, and the trip to Red Lake Mission for
supplies. Mentions that the Indians are called pillagers, and writes
about the needs of the mission. Asks for material assistance. Writes of
the Western Evangelical Mission Society.
Oversized.
253. Beardsley, William. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Theopolis, IL; March
24, 1845. 3 p.
Writes about Jonathan Blanchard's scheduled visit to deliver an address
at the institution [Adelphia Theopolis Mission Institute]. Hopes that
Jonathan Blanchard will connect himself with the institution. Discusses
sources of donations, the founding of the institution, the alumni in
mission work, classes and courses, and travel arrangements.
Oversized.
254. Maxwell, A. M. (Friend of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Marietta,
OH; April 9, 1845. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Made a long visit to Maryland. Gives news of herself and friends.
Mentions Jonathan Blanchard's trip to England and says she has heard of
Jonathan Blanchard's virtues. Mentions that Sisters Lloyd and Garman
have become very "large." Writes that Rev. Mr. Boggs plans to attend the
General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church.
255. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Sixth Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, OH).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Steam Boat "Laclede," St. Louis; April
11, 1845. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Describes his house and family in Cincinnati. Says he read part of a
novel, _The Wandering Jew_ by Eugene Sue, but "threw it by" to read a
biography of the Wesleys. Mentions his weekly fast, his desire for God's
guidance and the furtherance of God's plan. Mentions his revival labors
of last winter. Gives instructions for Mary Bent Blanchard. Outlines
his plans for travel in Illinois, including Quincy, Nauvoo, Galesburg,
Peoria and Jacksonville. Instructs Mary Bent Blanchard to maintain his
file of _The Watchman of the Valley_. Mentions writing for newspapers. He
mentions that before his success in winning souls, Charles Wesley often
had a pining desire to die and mentions that he has been like Wesley in
that way.
256. Beardsley, Bethiah. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Theopolis, IL; April
27, 1845. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Describes Adelphia Theopolis Mission Institute and the vision of its
founder, [David] Nelson. Asks Jonathan Blanchard to come to the
Institute.
257. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB's). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Brookville, IN; May 5, 1845. 3 p.
Mentions the possibility of the Blanchards moving from Cincinnati to go
to Quincy. Writes about a communion service in which Mr. McArthur and
Mr. Sturtevant were present. Writes about a death by drowning. Asks
Mary Bent Blanchard to buy paintbrushes. Mentions the Methodist Society.
258. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Cincinnati, OH; June 19, 1845. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Mentions a letter from [George] Gale concerning a meeting at Beloit,
Wisconsin to establish a college. Jonathan Blanchard mentioned as
candidate for president of this college. Mentions [Hiram H.] Kellogg's
resignation as president of Knox College. Gives home news. Mentions
many visits and visitors, including Hannah Bent Tyner Pettengill and from
young men from Quincy, [IL].
259. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Sixth Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, OH).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Detroit, MI; June 21, 1845. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes from a convention that a report on slavery was adopted; he sat on
the committee with Drs. Linsley, Beaman, Pierce, and Mr. Hyde. Writes
that he addressed the convention and obtained an allusion to Benevolent
Societies in the resolution. Mentions meeting some Plattsburg
acquaintances named Williams. Writes that he has something to say to
Cousin William about Illinois.
260. Dunning, Catherine Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Herkimer, NY; July 4, 1845. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
News of her family, its new residence.
261. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Cincinnati, OH; July 31, [1845]. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives local news. Tells of invitation for Jonathan Blanchard to address
Ladies Education Society for the education of "free people of color."
Gives advice from Mr. Wilkinson on amount of time to speak at [Nathan]
Rice Debate, mentioning that it takes time for Jonathan Blanchard to "get
under way," while Rice is glib from the start. Asks Jonathan Blanchard
to note everything about Galesburg in case they have a home there.
Writes that Mr. Stark had an operation on his arm. Received a request for
a letter of recommendation from Jonathan Blanchard for Mr. Walton.
Mentions that _The Watchman of the Valley_ arrived. Asks Jonathan Blanchard
to inform her, if he hears of any teaching positions in Illinois for
Joseph Avery Bent.
262. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Higginsport, [?]; August [1845 ?]. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Short, hasty note--asks Mary Bent Blanchard's opinion of her staying in
Higginsport. Says that she would not like to "step into a minister's
shoes at Hamilton.".
263. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Sixth Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, OH).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Burlington, IA; August 12, 1845. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the trip from St. Louis [MO] to Burlington [IA] on the way
to Galesburg [IL]. Says that a man from Quincy [IL] is "driving his
subscription manfully" and is possibly going to Galesburg to "neutralize
our proceedings." Says that he will not be bound to come to Quincy.
Talks of his preaching and writing. Says that he is "convinced that we
shall come west." Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to have Dr. Weed obtain
someone to supply the pulpit. Writes that he thinks Mary Bent Blanchard
gets too little food and exercise. Wrote a letter to _The Watchman of the
Valley_ and the _Herald_. Mentions that he hopes to find Mary Avery
Blanchard reading [Samuel] Johnson's _Rasselas_.
264. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Sixth Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati, OH).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; August 14, 1845. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the probability of coming to Galesburg to take the
presidency of Knox College and compares his feelings to those he had when
they were married: "pleased--yet solemn." Tells of his feelings about
the change. Mentions that he has looked at housing and is making
inquiries of the Board of Trust on behalf of Mr. Aiken and Hannah Bent
Tyner Pettengill. Writes that the Knox Board of Trustees are "judicious
and grave men." Mentions Mary Bent Blanchard's nearly saying that he was
a hard husband to manage.
Oversized.
265. Gildersleeve, W. C. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Wilkes Barre, PA;
September 9, 1845. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Cover note for bank draft.
266. Gildersleeve, W. C. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Wilkes-Barre, PA;
September 9, 1845. 1 p.
Sends bank draft.
267. Bent, Joseph Avery (Brother of MAB's). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; September 11/12, 1845. 4 p.
Writes about the funeral of Jonathan Wainwright. Discusses his decision
to teach, and his search for a teaching position. Writes about his
travels to Massachusetts, and his plans to undertake theological studies.
Mentions Jonathan Blanchard's plans to leave Cincinnati, and his plans to
travel to Cincinnati. Says he is disappointed that there is no
Presbyterian minister in "B." Mentions upcoming Jonathan BlanchardNathan Rice debate.
268. Ernst, Emily J. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Spring Garden, OH;
February 6, 1846. 4 p.
Note: Torn.
Mentions the journey to Galesburg and Jonathan Blanchard's preaching and
ministry in Cincinnati. Writes that Mrs. Kellogg's daughters had scarlet
fever, and that Mrs. Sellow's daughter had billious fever. Writes about
her health. Gives local news.
Oversized.
269. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Homer H. Stuart]. Galesburg, IL; February 10, [1846]. 1 p.
Note: Fragment; Text is quoted in the text of a dealer's letter.
Letter of counsel and consolation.
270. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; February 27, 1846. 4 p.
Writes that Samuel Bent [father] feels that it is bad for the health for
people "advanced in life" to move west. Writes that Samuel and Narcissa
Bent are experiencing a "depression of business." Writes about being
afflicted with boils. Writes about the journey to Galesburg.
271. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Brookville, IN; March 9, 1846. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; torn.
News of family and friends. Says that "several low families" with no
less than 16 children moved into Jonathan Blanchard's old house in
Cincinnati. Writes that Mrs. Pierce died suddenly of smallpox. Mentions
that William Walter Blanchard is "much engaged in religion." Says that
Mr. Maxwell preached to the Sixth Presbyterian Church and was well liked,
although he is too young to be settled upon as minister. Mentions that
part of the church was in favor of inviting [Charles G.] Finney to preach
for the summer, but Dr. Weed was not in favor of the motion and Finney
declined. Mentions that [Silas] Tyner and his brother may lose heavily
in the pork business. Speaks of a prayer meeting which has a lack of
male attendees. Mentions that Catherine Bent Dunning is suffering with
poor eyes. Writes that Molly discarded her old lover in favor of a
wealthy Mason.
272. Bent, Joseph Avery (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Liberty, IN; July 11, 1846. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about his situation as head of a seminary, and about the village
of Liberty, Indiana. Says he vistied Lane Seminary. Mentions that he is
boarding with Mr. Yargar, a lawyer, temperance man, Whig, and opposed to
slavery. Gives family news. Mentions receiving a catalog of Knox
College and says that he thinks Cyrus Lewis Blanchard would probably lose
his heart among so many ladies.
273. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; July 22/23, [1846]. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes of memories brought on by coming to the bustle of Chicago. Says
that he has heard that the Michigan Congregational Convention was called
for the purpose of dividing Congregationalism and Presbyterianism.
Mentions that he is not a "ecclesiastical zealot." Gives domestic
instructions for Cyrus [Lewis Blanchard], George [Bent] and Mary Bent
Blanchard. Warns that if Catherine Blanchard Stoddard should destroy one
of his _Western Heralds_ it would be a serious loss to him. Asks Mary Bent
Blanchard to read his mail and advise him of its contents.
274. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Galesburg, IL; July 24/29, 1846. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; torn.
Keeps Jonathan Blanchard posted on his correspondance. Advises Jonathan
Blanchard not to take Mr. Cable as an officer of the College due to his
radical and frequently-changing mind. Reports on Jonathan's mail. Says
that a flyer was received announcing the formation of the Illinois branch
of the American Educational Society and that Jonathan Blanchard was
listed as one of the Vice Presidents.
275. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Galesburg, IL; July 24/29, 1846. 4 p.
Note: Torn.
Writes about a prospective student, Patterson, and his father, William
Hunt Chester. Writes about about Jonathan Blanchard's mail and expresses
her opinion of Mr. Cable. Says she received a circular announcing the
formation of the American Education Society, of which David A. Smith is
president and Jonathan Blanchard a vice president. Writes about picking
blackberries. Writes that Mr. B. F. Reynolds lectured on slavery.
276. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; July 27, 1846. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Tells that he addressed a liberty meeting at the saloon. Mentions that he
preached for Patterson and Bascom. Says that his efforts in Chicago may
help to heal breaches among the abolitionists. Mentions that Albert
Barnes and Dr. Eddy are on their way west to inspect Knox College.
Writes that a division is expected between the Congregationalists and the
New School Presbyterians at the upcoming Michigan City Meeting. He
expresses his happiness that he was led to Congregational "connexion."
Mentions that Cyrus Lewis Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard had
exprressed doubts as to whether he ought to leave the Presbyterians.
Talked with Bishop Hamline, a Methodist who felt Jonathan Blanchard had
attained "full sactification," but had fallen into darkness through
failure to confess all that God had done for him. Talks of Eliza Smith,
suspended from Communion for "dancing and general folly." Says that "the
mesmerizers here are very active magnetizing girls from sixteen to twenty
years of age.".
277. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Michigan City; August 3, 1846. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Tells of his speech at the Michigan City Meeting on "The Violent
Disruption of Congregational and Presbyterian Christians in the West,"
and its effects. Tells of resolution commending Knox College, passing
over opposition. Mentions Cyrus Lewis Blanchard's agency for _The
Watchman of the Valley_. Spoke in "the Abolition or Liberty saloon"
against the wishes of Patterson and [James B.] Walker. Preached and sent
an abstract of his sermon to the _Western Herald_. Mentions that James B.
Walker lauded his sermon and speech.
278. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Galesburg, IL; August 3, 1846. 6 p.
Note: RPFC.
Keeps Jonathan Blanchard informed of his correspondence. Mentions a
letter from Mr. Nichols, a Methodist minister asking why Mr. Twining left
the Presbyterian church and why the Presbytery did not give him a letter
to the Methodist Episcopal Church. Transcribes letter from Thoron
Baldwin about a coming committee visit to Galesburg. Tells that the
committee came to Galesburg and found all the professors gone. Gives
family news--barn being built. Mentions that Mrs. Garland went to meet
her husband, who is bringing Elizabeth's body. Asks Jonathan Blanchard
to buy cloth, white metal knobs for windows, and stockings in Cincinnati.
Inquires after Cincinnati friends, giving messages for Jonathan Blanchard
to relay. Asks Jonathan Blanchard to buy books to give to friends.
Mentions that Catherine Avery Bent hopes for a visit from Jonathan
Blanchard. Says that she does not want any boarders for the first
quarter.
279. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Galesburg, IL; August 10, 1846. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Fragment.
Mentions the College Society's visit. Note by Cyrus Lewis Blanchard
about Esquire Blaisdell of Dart[mouth] College. Warns Jonathan Blanchard
to remain ignorant of his affairs, if he goes to Hanover. Asks Jonathan
Blanchard to look for textbooks for Mary Avery Blanchard. Mentions Cyrus
Lewis Blanchard and George [Bent's] watermelon patch.
280. Spencer, M. W. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; August 20,
[1846-1857]. 3 pp.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that her daughter's health will not enable her to attend Knox.
281. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Jonathan Blanchard]. Cincinnati, OH; August 27, 1846. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he was violently ill. Gives account of a dream he had.
Writes of his desire to attend the College Society meeting, thinking that
they will give an appropriation to the college. Urges Mary Bent
Blanchard to read Curtis' _Obstetricks_ and advises against bleeding.
Gives his thoughts and advice concerning the upcoming birth of baby
[Maria Blanchard Cook]. Gives news of Cincinnati friends. Mentions that
he plans to perform a marriage ceremony.
282. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Galesburg, IL; August 28, 1846. 6 p.
Writes that she does not plan to take in boarders. Mentions that Jonathan
Blanchard left a dollar piece with her which was discovered to be
counterfeit. Gives farm news, and writes of the progress on the barn.
Writes that a man wrote, asking when Jonathan Blanchard would preach on
Leviticus 25. Writes that Sarah Waters married Dr. Bateman. Writes
about illness in Galesburg. Says that Cyrus Lewis Blanchard is looking
for a domestic servant for her. Writes that she needs a bedstead, and
lists items for Jonathan Blanchard to purchase in Cincinnati. Mentions
that Jonathan Blanchard's wardrobe needs attending to. Describes
religious state of Galesburg.
283. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; September 2, 1846. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives family and local news. Mentions that they are waiting for the
arrival of Jonathan Blanchard. Writes that a minister's convention was
held in Middlebury and she entertained two of the delegates. Writes that
Hannah Bent Tyner Pettengill had a new son [George]. Mentions that
Catherine Bent Dunning is to have a baby. Mentions that Samuel Bent
[father] is traveling and that Charles Blanchard Conant died. Mentions
that Hiram Blanchard and A[dam] Stafford visited Middlebury. Writes of
recent conversions. Writes about a local election for state legislature,
in which temperance was an issue.
284. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Cincinnati, OH; September 8, 1846. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Says he is sending a parcel of gift cloth and clothes and writes: "I do
not relish this present-making between relatives," since it "is well
calculated to generate a mercenary and ostentatious spirit." Says that
he cannot be responsible for Bartle's $40 per year.
285. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburgh, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Cincinnati, OH; September 9, 1846. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Mentions the Southern Circulation of _The True American_ and a strong nonslaveholding party in the South. Mentions his visit to Hannah Bent Tyner
Pettengill and Silas Tyner. Writes that wherever he has met William
Walter Blanchard's influence, it has been against him. Writes that he
received articles from people who wished to aid Knox College, but were
unable to donate money. Writes that his fever was broken by taking a
lobelia emetic and equal parts of Quinicus and Cayenne Pepper. Mentions
meeting troubles in his business mentioning the Mexican War, the tariff,
and the Subtreasury. Writes that he was told that the troubles they
experienced in their trip to Galesburg were an indication that they
should not have left. Mentions that Mr. Boyington, the new pastor, has
arrived. Asks about home news and if Cyrus Lewis Blanchard has a cat.
286. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to S.
P. Chase]. Cincinnati, OH; September 12, 1846. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Writes that he will not require the money that Chase subscribed to Knox
College. Observes that anti-abolition sentiment seems now directed
against the determination to vote against slavery, rather than the
principle of abolitionism.
287. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Cincinnati, OH; September 17, 1846. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes of his activites. Says he sent items for Mary Bent Blanchard to
Moses Pettengill and that he is looking for a French bedstead. Instructs
Mary Bent Blanchard to avoid the drug Calomel, mentioning that Mrs. TodHunter was destroyed by that drug. Sends money to pay a [Knox] College
debt. Gives news of Cincinnati friends. Asks Cyrus Lewis Blanchard to
do what he can to have the buildings done before cold weather. Mentions
the upcoming meeting of the College Society. Asks if she wants him to
bring a girl home with him as a domestic servant.
Oversized.
288. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Galesburg, IL; September 29, 1846. 6 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives family and local news. Comments on [Hiram] Kellogg's unaccountable
actions. Tells what supplies to buy in the East. Gives news of the
children and mentions that she has a girl from a Mormon family as a
domestic servant. Writes that she would prefer that Jonathan not bring a
new domestic servant to Galesburg, saying that she has heard that a
colony of Germans is planning to locate nearby and that they can pick a
girl there. Mentions that the kitten has disappeared and mentions the
progress on the buildings. Asks if Mr. Cushing gave to Knox College as
he said he would. Writes that the Presbytery met and [William Walter
Blanchard's] congregation wanted him to be ordained. Gives encouragement
for Jonathan amid his troubles. Says that Professor Grant wishes Jonathan
to obtain books for him. Writes of a letter from J. R. Woods concerning
the planning of a Sabbath Convention. Mentions that the mice destroyed
her silk veil.
289. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburgh, IL). [Letter to
Samuel Williston]. Northampton, MA; October 3, 1846. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Typescript, photocopy.
Writes that he desires that Williston's opinion against slavery become
more "decided . . . perhaps somewhat more radical." Encourages him to
read an address he wrote. Announces his intention to attend the American
Board's meeting and "present some arguments for the Board's
consideration.".
290. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, Illinois). [Letter
to Samuel Williston]. Northampton, MA; October 3, 1846. 1 p.
Note: Typed Transcript; copy.
Thinks Williston's opinions concerning slavery should be more radical.
Announces his intention to attend a meeting of the American Board in
Buffalo. Gives a "Brief History of Knox College.".
291. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Philadelphia, PA; October 10, 1846. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he received $20.00 of Thaddeus Stevens, who is still in debt.
Talks of money matters and gives instructions for domestic matters.
Mentions that the Hymn Book Committee of Galesburg Church wrote to him.
Writes that he is sending household articles to Galesburg. Criticizes
Mary Bent Blanchard for not giving the facts concerning [Hiram] Kellogg's
extraordinary behavior and mentions that he relies on his own judgement
more than her's. Writes that he plans to get Mary Blanchard (Daughter) a
drawing book, if she is good, and hopes that the white kitten was found.
Says that he thinks they ought to get a cow and mentions that his
patience with Mr. Edgerton is nearly ended.
292. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburgh, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. New York, NY; October 14, 1846. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he is anxious to hear about the decision of the Hymnbook
Committee. Writes that Baldwin and Eddy were offended by a garbled
version of his remarks at Michigan City Convention and by the mislocation of Knox College. Writes that he desires to get Knox College on
"the Society's list," that the upcoming weeks have "a marked influence on
the destiny of our College and myself." Says that he will endeavor to
obtain a roll of bordering paper, if Mary will send a sample. Mentions
that he was forced to buy a new coat in Pittsburg. Writes that he had
tea with Albert Barnes and that he admires Barnes. Mentions that Joel
Parker is the leader of the pro-slavery Presbyterian Party in
Philedelphia. Says that the prospect before the New School Assembly is
"darkness." Writes that he is convinced that Knox College ought to be on
the College Society's list and he will "press the matter to the wall.".
293. Bailey, M. A. (Wife of Gamaliel Bailey). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Cincinnati, OH; October 19, 1846. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that _The Visiter_ will cease publication as the Bailey's move to
Washington City. Mentions that she has heard that white servants are as
abundant as colored in Washington. Mentions that she prefers Irish and
German domestic servants to Americans. Gives her opinion of John
Wattles, an "agent or missionary" to the colored people of Cincinnati who
had no settled religious faith. Mentions the upcoming marriage of Sarah
Bella Ludlow to S[almon] P. Chase; "an excellent match." Mentions a
woman "experimenting at some Fourierite [sic] establishment in
Massachusetts." Writes that sickness is prevalent in the city and many
have died.
294. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Milford, NH; November 11, 1846. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Says he will not make a tour of Vermont, but will begin the homeward
journey, and that "the College Affairs are tolerably well." Writes that
he paid Cyrus Lewis Blanchard's debt to Sally Howard Blanchard. Says
that he wants Mr. Edgerton to work on the barn. Mentions that he wishes
to have glass windows in the barn.
295. Emory, Emily J. (Cincinnati friend of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Spring Garden, OH; November 13, 1846. 3 p.
Note: RPFC; Torn.
Writes that she will be unable to visit. Writes about Jonathan
Blanchard's illness. Gives local news. Writes that William Birney was
married.
296. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. New York, NY; November 16, 1846. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Mentions a letter to [George] Gale in which he expresses displeasure with
[Hiram] Kellogg's actions. Mentions that he is attempting to procure
books for the Knox College library. Writes of a fundraising success for
Knox. Says that he preached for Homer H. Stuart and met with Dr.
[Milton] Badger. Talks of need for God's Spirit in building Knox.
Mentions his pecuniary embarrassment and says that William Blanchard
ought to send Mary $10. Mentions that Williston subscribed $1100 to Knox
College. Says that he is disgusted with Mr. Edgerton.
297. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Harrisburg, PA; November 20, 1846. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the birth of new daughter [Maria Elizabeth]. Mentions that
he desired a son. Writes of the necessity of a good diet for bodily or
intellectual achievement, discussing the Germans vs. the English in this
matter. Calls the German scholars "intellectual drones and dreaming
monks." Writes that he bought books for the children and the Knox
College library. Writes that he bought _Prarie Land_ by Mrs. Farnham in
commemoration of the birth of Maria Blanchard Cook.
298. Mary (Cincinnati friend of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Cincinnati, OH; December 1, 1846. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives local news, mentioning that the Church is becoming Congregational
and is to pay off its debt. Writes that Jonathan Blanchard visited them
and plans to preach. Writes about a society which assists Mr. Bushnell.
Mentions that a Juvenile Sewing Society has been formed and that prayer
meetings are well-attended. Writes that she attended the wedding of Miss
Huntington and Mr. Foster.
299. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Cincinnati, OH; December 3, 1846. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that Mr. Evan Jones is coming to look at land to start a colony.
Talks of the improved state of religion at Galesburg. Writes that he
attended the Huntington-Foster wedding. Asks Mary to give him the facts
about situations and he can make his own judgements concerning them.
Mentions that there have been frequent steamboat accidents.
300. Eustis, Sarah B. (Cincinnati friend of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Cincinnati, OH; March 9, 1847. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she fell and sprained her wrist. Alludes to revival at
Galesburg, but says that such a blessing has not come to the [Sixth
Presbyterian Church]. Mentions that there were converts at the 9th
Street Baptist Church. Talks of the change to Congregationalism, saying
that Mr. Boynton delivered a sermon explaining the change which "was a
complete expose of the ambiguity of Presbyterianism" and "bore rather
hard on the Episcopalians." Says that Socratists, or Theosophers are
becoming more numerous--they neither pray nor preach: they think and
talk. Writes of female prayer meetings. Writes that Governor Corwin is to
visit Cincinnati and mentions his speech in congress opposing the
[Mexican-American] War. Mentions Corwin's work: "Anti-war, Anti-Polk and
_almost_ Anti-Slavery." Mentions twice giving temporary relief to
families from the south who were sent north by their masters without any
means of support. Mentions the work of Mr. Wattles among immigrants from
southern states. Gives local news, including many deaths. Mentions Knox
College as a sanctuary from evil influences prevalent in other colleges.
301. Bent, Catherine Avery; Nichols, Maria Bent (Mother and Sister of MAB).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Middlebury, VT; March 12/17, 1847. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; damaged.
Catherine Bent writes of her long illness and the treatment thereof.
Maria writes of local and family news. Mentions that one of Dr.
[Benjamin] Labaree's sons narrowly escaped drowning while attempting to
drown a cat. Mentions revival in Galesburg.
302. Emory, Emily J. (Cincinnati friend). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Spring Garden, OH; March 16, 1847. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she is not coming to Galesburg in the summer, and that she
had shingles. Mentions that she heard that Catherine Avery Bent intended
to visit Galesburg. Gives local news, that she is satisfied with
minister, and mentions "the affair of Young Gilmore . . . in the
tabernacle," a minister guilty of "abominable sins." Mentions news of
revival in Galesburg. Says that an Anti-Slavery Sewing Circle is growing
in interest. Mentions that Spencer is to be married to Frances
Williamson. Mentions that the Sixth Presbyterian Church became
Congregational.
303. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Brookville, IN; April 2, 1847. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Hannah writes that she does not relish the thought of moving to Cambridge
City, since it is a sickly place and its prospects are not good. Writes
of plans to travel East. Mentions that Widow Smith is to stand before a
church trial on charges of slandering Mrs. Purcell's character. Gives
news of the Missionary Society and the Female Prayer Meetings.
304. Eustis, Sarah B. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Cincinnati, OH; April 6,
1847. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives news of Cincinnati friends. Mentions that Theosophy is growing in
popularity.
305. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; April 16, 1847. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Says she is unable to visit Galesburg in the summer. Gives local and
family news. Mentions a revival in Galesburg and hopes that there are no
backsliders. Writes of her eyesight. Mentions that Hannah Bent Tyner
Pettengill has "courage." Mentions that the mails have been delayed by
snow. Writes that a railroad is to be built in Middlebury.
306. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Milton Badger]. Galesburg, IL; April 19, 1847. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Asks for suggestions on how to serve the meetings of the Central
[Missionary] Association and the General State Association. Gives
summary descriptions of the churches and ministers of the Central
Association [Galesburg, West Illinois vicinity]. Mentions a "young man
from Oberlin [College]" whose views on "the corruption of human nature
and indwelling sin" are not all that Blanchard could wish.
307. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Milton Badger [Secretary, A.H.M.S.]]. Galesburg, IL; April 29, 1847. 4 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Writes about the upcoming meetings of the General State Association and
the Central Association. Describes the area ministers and churches of
the Central Association. Writes about a young man from Oberlin who
wishes to be aided by the AHMA. Discusses the lack of Congregational or
Presbyterian churches in Peoria, IL.
308. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Thaddeus Stevens]. Galesburg, IL; May 12, 1847. 4 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Writes about Steven's hospitality to Jonathan Blanchard. Mentions
Abolition Lecturing. Mentions a "degrading vice" of Stevens' to which
Jonathan Blanchard had referred in an earlier letter. Asks why Stevens
adheres to good principles and compares Stevens to Sampson. Admits that
[Jonathan Blanchard]'s actions are mixed with "vehemence" and "revenge."
Writes about the source of virtue, and about CongregationalistPresbyterian tension. States, "Popery and Slavery seem to me to be
taking toward a joint sway over the destinies of this country . . .".
309. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner; Foster, Ann Maria (Sister of MAB). [Letter
to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Brookville, IN; May 13, 1847. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Hannah writes of plans to travel to the east. Ann writes of the death of
Mrs. Sellew and gives news of Cincinatti friends. Writes of a sale held
by a sewing society to benefit Mr. Bushnell, a city missionary.
310. Garland, Eliza B. (Friend of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. New
Orleans, LA; July 2, 1847. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes of her health, family news, the upcoming journey to Massachusetts
and the proposed route.
311. Hunter, Nancy. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Quincy, IL; August, 1847. 4
p.
Note: RPFC; torn; letter contains notes on tithing.
Mentions that she had a dream about Mary Bent Blanchard. Gives
impressions of a trip over the prairie, and family news. Tells of the
death of an infant. Talks of the [Adelphia Theopolis] Mission Institute,
mentioning that two students are to enter Yale Theological Seminary and
two are to enter Lane Theological Seminary.
312. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; August 26, 1847. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Written on journey to Buffalo, NY to meeting of American Board. Says he
was advised by Brother Pierson not to agitate the Board on the Slavery
issue. Mentions that he spoke on education and preached a dedication
sermon. Asks Mary to send him Knox College Catalogs and Histories.
313. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; August 28/[30], 1847. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Talks of trip from Rockford to Chicago, of troubles of Br. Loss [?], a
Rockford Presbyterian minister with a Congregational church. Desires
[Nehemiah] Losey to send the Trustee resolution on the College Society to
Jonathan Blanchard. Writes of a debate between St. Clair and Kavanaugh
on colonization. Says he is to preach three times and that abolitionists
are anxious for him to speak on slavery or colonization. Says there is
talk of the ladies making Mary Bent Blanchard president of the State
[Anti-Slavery] Society. Mentions that he "cautioned and exhorted" George
[Bent]. Thanks Mary for sending some pills with him. Mentions that
[Samuel Bent] has worked most of his life to pay debts. Says that Miss
Smith's father decided not to send the children to [Hiram] Kellogg's
school.
314. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; August 31, 1847. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes of deaths of sons of Catherine [Bent Dunning] (Edward) and Hannah
[Bent Tyner Pettengill] (George Avery), of troubles at Middlebury
College, and of the local news. Mentions that illness is prevalent and
many have died. Hopes that Jonathan Blanchard will visit.
315. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Steam Boat "Louisiana," 3 hours out of Detroit;
September 2, 1847. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Talks of his trip thus far by steam boat, and his fellow passengers.
Writes a self-analysis, mentioning that he has "irregular nerves" which
make him "incapable of thinking, except in certain veins of thought."
Mentions that Horatio Seymour "married rich." Writes of missions and of
the American Board, fearing that it will be corrupted. Talks about Mary
Bent Blanchard's good judgement. Says what he desires in a church, and
that his desires are met in Galesburg. Writes that he wants Mary Avery
Blanchard and Catherine Blanchard Stoddard to play together.
316. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Buffalo, NY; September 3, 1847. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Tells Mary Bent Blanchard his love and admiration for her. Writes of the
insanity of Mrs. Ide, whose madness was attributed to hearing too much
praise of her predecessor. Says the College Society Agents were recently
in the area. Gives plans to go to Vermont. Mentions that he spoke to
George [Bent] "pretty strongly" about being kind and gentlemanly to Mary.
317. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Galesburg, IL; September 4/6, 1847. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes of the illness of [Maria Blanchard Cook]. Mentions the death of
[George Avery Tyner]. Talks of Jonathan Blanchard's correspondence, of a
well-digging, and of the Academic building being built. Tells Jonathan
Blanchard what articles to purchase in the East.
318. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Galesburg, IL; September 14/[15], 1847. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes of [Maria Blanchard Cook], who had been ill. Advises Jonathan
Blanchard not to get any "new-fashioned pantaloons." Writes news of Knox
College: Miss Churchill may go to Monticello, and there is a rumor that
William Walter Blanchard is engaged to Miss [Elizabeth] Melendy [Knox
College faculty member]. Writes about the state of affairs in the local
church. Relates an anecdote concerning asking Catherine Blanchard
Stoddard about going to heaven.
319. Gale, George W. (Trustee, Knox College, Galesburg, Illinois). [Letter to
Jonathan Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; October 3, 1847. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes of town and college affairs and the need for money. Gives a
report on the progress of the Academy Building. Writes that he assisted
in a communion service.
320. Bent, Joseph Avery (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Galesburg, IL; October 4, 1847. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Wants Jonathan Blanchard to bring copies of a Greek Grammar book for
Academy Class.
321. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Galesburg, IL; October 6, 1847. 4 p.
Writes about looking for a domestic servant. Mentions that Jonathan
Blanchard is "troubled about something." Talks about Jonathan Blanchard
coming before the American Board. Writes about a Communion Service in
which [George] Gale and Mr. Parker officiated. Says that Mr. Gale is to
write Jonathan Blanchard concerning the action of the Knox College Board
of trustees toward the College Society. Relates the progress on the
Academy and Church buildings, mentioning heating the buildings. Relates
Mr. Kellogg's opinion of Jonathan Blanchard's fundraising tour. Asks
Jonathan Blanchard to purchase dried fruit and fabric. Gives farm news.
322. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Middlebury, VT; October 13, 1847. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Mentions that he plans to attend the Synod of Albany. Writes that Mary
can tell Mrs. Strong that one of his letters is worth a dozen of Mr.
Strong's. Comments on Miss Churchill's going to Philadelphia, leaving
the matter to Mary's good judgement. Says there is a possibility of Mary
Bent Blanchard's parents moving to Galesburg. Approves of Cyrus [Lewis
Blanchard] and Maria [Bent Nichols'] engagement. Writes that George Bent
ought to be encouraged to improve his speaking, since Jonathan thinks he
ought to preach.
323. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Galesburg, IL; October [14], 1847. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Describes her over-exertion and illness and gives local news. Writes
about the Academy Building.
324. Benton, Thomas A., Jr. [Letter to [Jonathan Blanchard]]. Dubuque, IA;
October 20, 1847. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Wants address of James H. Warren, a former [Knox College] student who
owes money.
325. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Galesburg, IL; October 22, 1847. 4 p.
Writes about Cyrus Lewis Blanchard and Maria Bent Nichols's "matter."
Says Miss Churchill may go to Monticello. Relates college news, the
progress on buildings, and farm news. Writes that Mr. Sawyer's wife died,
and that "the girl who poisoned [the Sawyers] has run off.".
326. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; October 22, 1847. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives home and college news. Says Miss Churchill may go to Monticello, a
"rival institution" and be able to find out what improvements they have.
Gives local news, mentioning a girl who poisoned Mr. Sawyer. Reports on
the progress of the Academy Building.
327. Corwin, Elizabeth (Cincinnati friend of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Mt. Harrison, OH; November 16/17, 1847. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the death of Emily Ernst, a friend of Mary Bent Blanchard's.
Mentions that a Catholic College is to be built and Catholics are moving
in. Writes about her work at an institution for children. Gives news of
Cincinnati aquaintances. Mentions that Mr. Rice's and Mr. Boynton's
churches are the most popular in Cincinnati. Says that Jonathan
Blanchard's move was a loss to the city. Mentions that [Asa] Mahan and
his wife visited.
328. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Samuel Williston]. Galesburg, IL; December 2, 1847. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; typescript, copy.
Addresses the American Board's softness on slavery questions, its hiring
of slaves, and admitting slaveholders in Missions. He desires the board
to pay his expenses to attend the meeting, mentioning the College
Society's short payment.
329. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Samuel Williston]. Galesburg, IL; December 2, 1847. 2 p.
Note: Transcript, copy.
Writes about the American Board, about hiring slaves to work in the
Christian Mission, about slaveholders and the Mission Churches, and about
the Literary Society at Knox College. Writes that Jonathan Blanchard
moved at the meeting of the American Board to inquire upon the subject of
slavery in a visit to the Choctaw and Cherokee Nations. Asks if
Williston will bear his expenses to attend the next meeting of the
American Board. Says the College Society paid $549 on a $2000
appropriation.
330. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Brookville, IN; December 12, 1847. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; Contains a list of goods and prices.
Talks about the trip from Middlebury, VT, to Cincinnati, OH, the deaths
of Emily Ernst and Maria (a friend of Hannah's). Writes about a flood in
Brookville.
331. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Milton Badger]. Galesburg, IL; January 31, 1848. 3 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Writes of the evil work and heretical teachings of "the Prophet Johnson,"
among the Swedes and Norwegians, comparing him to Joseph Smith. Asks if
anything has been done for the Swedes against this false prophet and
suggests that a "sort of Lutheran Swedish minister" could be sent as a
missionary to them.
332. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Milton Badger]. Galesburg, IL; January 31, 1848. 3 p.
Writes about Swedes in Henry County, the Prophet Johnson, Joseph Smith
[Mormon], possible poisonings by Johnson's followers, and Johnson's
teachings. Asks if anything can be done for "these Swedes." Writes
about a Swedish Methodist minister working among the Johnsonites and
Swedish communities. Suggests a Swedish Lutheran to work with "refugees"
from Johnson's community.
333. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Samuel Williston]. Galesburg, IL; February 17, 1848. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; typescript, copy.
Urges Williston to work to make the American Board take a strong antislavery stand. Writes about slavery and the Indian Churches supported by
the American Board. Mentions that Galesburg is experiencing a revival.
Mentions that Williston has agreed to help pay his expenses. Relates what
he told the Board at its last meeting.
334. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Samuel Williston]. Galesburg, IL; February 17, 1848. 2 p.
Note: Transcript, copy.
Mentions revival in Galesburg and preaching in circuit meetings. Writes
about Williston's paying Jonathan Blanchard's expenses, the American
Board and Slavery, and Williston's fear that Jonathan Blanchard's actions
might alienate the west from the American Board. Says that people with
no opinion on slavery are opposed to slavery's opposers. Describes his
actions before the American Board.
335. Huntington, Julia C. (Cincinnati friend of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Cincinnati, OH; March 7, 1848. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes of deaths of Maria and Emily Ernst. Mentions that she is planning
to move. Gives local news, mentioning the sewing society and the church
building.
336. Corwin, Elizabeth (Cincinnati friend of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Mt. Harrison, OH; May 4, 1848. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Sends material for pulpit covering, making suggestions for church decor.
Agrees with Mary Bent Blanchard's proposal about giving change at fairs
or sales. Says she sold a house at profit and gives travel plans. Asks
for information on a Mr. Poe, who represents himself as destitute. Talks
about a reception for orphan children at which Mrs. Beecher and Judge
Burnet were present.
337. Kellogg, Elizabeth. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Cincinnati, OH; May
10, 1848. 3 p.
Note: RPFC; torn, not affecting text.
Gives local news: deaths, sewing society, marriages, raising money for
Mr. Bushnell (a city missionary), and trimmings for the new church.
Writes of the death of her son.
338. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Galesburg, IL; July 10, 1848. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Relates how she spent her days since Jonathan Blanchard left. Gives
local news. Talks of a visit from Rev. Albert Barnes of Philadelphia.
Tells of marriage of Julia Waters to Rev. Johnson.
339. Bent, Joseph Avery (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
DuBuque, IA; July 31, 1848. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes of travels on Lake Pepin and Chippeway, and of Indians seen on the
way. Says he is learning German. Talks about his eye weakness.
Mentions that he has not collected many mineral specimens.
340. Jones, E. H. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Caton, IL; August 4, 1848. 1
p.
Asks Mary Bent Blanchard for a copy of the Constitution of the Maternal
Association of Galesburg in order to assist her in forming one. Mentions
petitions regarding [Illinois] State slave laws.
341. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to I.
B. Turner]. Galesburg, IL; August 5, 1848. 4 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Explains a remark he made about Turner. Writes about raising money for a
building, Turner's "heresies," or views, and the possibility of Turner's
taking a position on the Knox faculty. Writes about Jonathan Blanchard's
belief that theological teaching will not renovate the world. Writes
about the Roman Catholic and Greek Orthodox Churches, Congregationalism,
and the American Board and Slavery.
342. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Professor I. B. Turner]. Galesburg, IL; August 5, 1848. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Apologizes and explains his "hasty" opinion of Turner. Gives state of
subscriptions for Building Fund. Talks of Turner's "heresies," giving
his opinion of them and the effect they would have on his possible
appointment at Knox College. Talks of the need for zeal and earnestness
in evangelism, not just ideas. Says he hopes Harmon Kingsbury will endow
a professorship. Gives his opinion on Congregationalism and advice to
Turner regarding Turner's critics. Writes about the American Board and
Slavery.
343. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; August 25, 1848. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes family and local news: about the visit of a number of cousins;
that she hopes to visit, but probably will not move from Vermont; and
about the deaths of townspeople. Says she hopes to hear Jonathan
Blanchard's account of the American Board Meeting. Mentions that Cousin
William is "about getting married" to Miss Ames.
344. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; September 9, 1848. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes news of the cousins and their opinions of Jonathan Blanchard,
along with family news. Asks Jonathan Blanchard to write of what he did
at the Meeting [of the American Board] on slavery.
345. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Samuel Williston]. Boston, MA; September 14, 1848. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Typescript, copy.
Talks about anti-slavery opinion and the American Board, saying that he
is confident that the Board "must take a decided movement against
slavery." Mentions a letter written by Williston which is having an
effect on the anti-slavery sentiment of the American Board. Mentions the
appointment of a committee on the Choctaw and Cherokee missions.
346. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Samuel Williston]. Boston, MA; September 14, 1848. 1 p.
Writes about the American Board and Slavery, and about a letter by
Williston read at the American Board meeting, omitting his remarks on
slavery.
347. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Boston, MA; September 15, 1848. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that Jonathan Blanchard is less impressed with the action of the
Meeting of the American Board than last year. Mentions meeting Cyrus
[Lewis Blanchard] and being impressed with some letters he wrote. Talks
about the progress of Cyrus [Lewis Blanchard's] courtship of Maria [Bent
Nichols]. Gives rumours of trouble for Samuel Bent. Says Jonathan
Blanchard received $50.00 for Knox College from Seth Terry, who had
compared Abolitionists to sharks a year ago.
348. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Boston, MA; September 15, 1848. 4 p.
Says he wrote for _The Intelligencer_. Writes about the American Board and
Slavery. Writes that Cyrus Lewis Blanchard and Maria Bent Nichols are
engaged; writes about Cyrus Lewis Blanchard's letters. Writes that Seth
Terry donated $50 to Knox College. Gives farm instructions.
349. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; September 18, 1848. 4 p.
Writes that he preached to "an exploded Fourier Association." Complains
of ill health, describing a wet sheet and water cure. Says he wrote for
the _Western Citizen_, for the _Herald of the Prairies_ (about the American
Board proceedings), and for the _National Era_. Mentions that he avoided
speaking harshly at the American Board Meeting, and mentions his trip
from Cincinnati to Galesburg. Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to save his
papers. Advises Mary Blanchard (Daughter) to govern her feelings.
350. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Samuel Williston]. Manchester, CT; September 28, 1848. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Typescript, photocopy.
Writes about donations to the building fund; that some call Deacon
Collings a "mushroom politician" for favoring the Buffalo platform; that
Jonathan Blanchard wrote to Secretary Treat, informing him of Williston's
opinion of the Board and Slavery. Says he desires to hear of the Home
Missionary Society's doings, and that the "Anti-Slavery political
feeling is strong in this country.".
351. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Samuel Williston]. Manchester, CT; September 28, 1848. 2 p.
Note: Transcript, photocopy.
Writes that he raised money for Knox College buildings, that Deacon
Collings "has taken the stumpt for the Buffalo Platform," and that he is
sending merchandise to Galesburg. Writes about the American Board and
Slavery. Asks Williston to find out what people think of slavery.
352. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Knox College). [Letter to Thaddeus
Stevens]. Galesburg, IL; November 10, 1848. 4 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Congratulates Stevens on his election to congress. Writes that he heard
Steven's "pecuniary embarassment" came through betting on elections.
Describes John Van Buren as "popular and vicious." Mentions that his
name was placed on the [Martin] Van Buren electoral ticket. Writes about
the birth of Charles A. Blanchard. Mentions burying two sons [Jonathan
Edwards and William Walter]. Asks Stevens to write and send his Seventh
Day Sabbath argument.
353. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Samuel Williston]. Galesburg, IL; December 9, 1848. 2 p.
Note: Transcript, Copy.
Writes about Williston's expressions concerning slavery, about the fact
that the American Bible Society does not give Bibles to slaves, and about
Williston's manufactury.
354. Newton, Ruby T. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Covington, KY; January 13,
1849. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes of her sister's trip to Red Cedar Lake mission, to the Indians.
Gives news of the Cincinnati church. Talks about a "donation visit" at
the house of Mr. Boynton [pastor of Sixth Presbyterian Church]. Says
there was a near riot over a black man attending lectures. Gives an
account of an incident in a local Baptist Church concerning a slave
teaching the Bible. Talks about a slave-holding pastor, and about a
household slave. Mentions the Blanchard's journey to Galesburg.
355. Blanchard, Mary (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
n.p.; [ca. February, 1849]. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives news of her siblings and asks Jonathan Blanchard to write "apart
from mother.".
356. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Galesburg, IL; February 2, 1849. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about children with the chicken pox, that [George] Gale and Mr.
Fiske preached, that Mr. and Mrs. Culver were reconciled and signed a
temperance pledge, and that a moral reform society is to meet.
357. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Galesburg, IL; February 5, 1849. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives church news, writing about new members and a communion service.
Writes of the plans and objections to a proposed lecture room for the
Presbyterian Society. Talks about collections for foreign missions, that
[George] Gale announced a collection, and counsels Jonathan Blanchard not
to write further on the subject. Talks about the health and words of the
children. Writes that she heard of revivals in the Peoria area.
358. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Samuel Williston]. Galena, IL; February 22, 1849. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Typescript, photocopy.
Says that the American Board was blasted by two influential papers.
Talks about the revival at Lyndon, [IL], where Jonathan Blanchard's
brother was pastor and a revival in Dubuque, [IA]. Says that Jonathan
Blanchard and Brother Magoun are working for revival in Galena.
359. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Samuel Williston]. Galena, IL; February 22, 1849. 2 p.
Note: Transcript, Photocopy.
Writes that the American Board was blasted by the Philadelphia and New
York _Observers_. Writes about preaching in Illinois, raising money for
building, a revival in Lyndon, and a revival in DuBuque, Iowa. Says that
Jonathan Blanchard was called to DuBuque to help resolve a church
dispute, and that en route to Galena, his horse took fright, smashed his
sledge, and mildly injured him.
360. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard and
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Middlebury, VT; April 18, 1849. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives family news: pressing debts, plans for a western trip, and the
sudden death of Horace Nichols. Gives local news.
361. Starr, Henry W. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Burlington, IA; April 22,
1849. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Apologizes for leaving "our little cousin" [Minnie Cooke] with the
Blanchards. Hopes Mary Bent Blanchard will be frank if Minnie proves a
nuisance. Talks about cholera in river towns.
362. Starr, Marion S. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Burlington, IA; April 22,
1849. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Apologizes for Minnie [Cooke's] sudden arrival. Gives some of Minnie's
background and advises Mary Bent Blanchard to do with her what she thinks
best.
363. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Samuel Williston]. Galesburg, IL; April 29, 1849. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Typescript, photocopy.
Supports Williston's stand in regard to the American Board. Indicates
his willingness to attend the next meeting of the American Board, if
Williston will bear his expenses.
364. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Samuel Williston]. Galesburg, IL; April 29, 1849. 1 p.
Note: Transcript, Photocopy.
Writes that he is willing to attend a meeting of the American Board, if
Williston still desires it. Says that Williston's letter concerning
slavery was not read at the American Board meeting. Writes about farm
work, and about Williston's testimony against slavery.
365. Starr, Marion S. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; [May, 1849]. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives instructions for her cousin Minnie's education. Writes that W.
Slater, the local Congregational minister is absent and asks if Jonathan
Blanchard would visit and preach.
366. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Samuel Williston]. Galesburg, IL; May 7, 1849. 3 p.
Note: RPFC; Typescript, photocopy.
Talks about new church members, his plans to attend the American Board
Meeting, the State Associations of Wisconsin, Iowa, and Illinois voting
against slavery, and his planned preaching and fundraising for a
building. Mentions that ill health will force him to quit preaching, and
he is not sure how the family will get along financially. Says that the
College Society has "shown itself hostile" to Knox College. Talks about
his ardorous work for Knox. Tells about the birth of Charles A.
Blanchard. Says that his name is placed on the Illinois State electoral
ticket. Mentions that money was raised for a professorship at
Crawfordsville College by Henry Beecher's Church. Mentions that an agent
for Crawfordsville College told him that the issue of salvery was not
discussed at that institution. Writes that he is sending _The National
Era_ to Williston's father as a gift "for his vote for Van Buren and 'Free
Soil.'".
367. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Samuel Williston]. Galesburg, IL; May 7, 1849. 3 p.
Note: Transcript, photocopy.
Writes about new church members, a revival of last winter, preaching, and
his plan to attend the meeting of the American Board. Writes that the
General Convention of Wisconsin voted in favor of giving Home Missionary
aid only to non-slaveholding churches, and that the State Associations of
Iowa and Illinois voted likewise. Says that he resigned his pastoral
position, and that he is to visit several cities during the winter. Gives
his plans for the building fund. Mentions the birth of Charles A.
Blanchard. Talks about Free Soil, being an elector for [Martin] Van
Buren and having made one speech, and that there is no revival.
368. Williston, John P. [Letter to Trustees of Knox College]. Northampton, MA;
June 16, 1849. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Letter generally supporting Blanchard in a dispute with [George] Gale,
but urging both men to look to the "common ground" of Christ and achieve
harmony.
369. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard and
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Middlebury, VT; June 21, 1849. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that their plans to visit Galesburg are cancelled due to
epidemics. Talks about Jonathan Blanchard's resignation, Samuel [Bent's]
trip to California to mine and take up business in San Francisco. Gives
local news.
370. Starr, Marion S. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Burlington, IA; June 21,
1849. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Expresses gratitude for Minnie [Cooke's] escape without serious harm when
her dress took fire. Says she plans to attend commencement.
371. Starr, Marion S. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; c. June 26, 1849. 1
p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that they are delaying the trip to Galesburg. Mentions that they
are being cautious about travel, due to the prevalence of cholera.
372. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to S.
P. Chase]. Galesburg, IL; June 30, 1849. 8 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Gives his version of his trouble with the Gale faction and asks for
advice. Mentions that he was put on the electoral ticket by friends.
373. Starr, Henry W. (Mayor of Burlington, Iowa). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Burlington, IA; July 6, 1849. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Says the trip to Galesburg is to be delayed due to the cholera scare.
Expresses his desire to spend the summer in Galesburg. Sends $10.00.
374. Bent, Joseph Avery (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Aurora, IL//Chicago, IL; July 7/10, 1849. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Describes journey from Lyndon to Aurora en route to Chicago and the
cholera epidemic. Writes that Peru, [IL] was severely afflicted with
cholera, and that a refugee from that place died in the Hotel at Aurora.
Says he visited M. O. Walker and Bascom in Chicago. Mentions that
Marriett was married to Mr. Dennsmore. Mentions that a burglar stole
three gold watches from the Dennsmore house.
Oversized.
375. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Peoria,
IL; July 17, 1849. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Written en route to Indianapolis, Indiana. Describes visits to diverse
persons.
376. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to S.
P. Chase]. Galesburg, IL; July 21, 1849. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Encloses charter of Knox Manual Labor College. Reports Starr's opinions
on slavery and the Blanchard-Gale dispute. Relates further arguments in
Blanchard-Gale case.377. Bent, Joseph Avery (Brother of MAB). [Letter to
Jonathan Blanchard and Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Middlebury, VT; July 26, 1849. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Describes the trip from Chicago to Middlebury. Talks about two deaths by
cholera during a steamboat voyage while the other passengers danced and
gambled. Describes visit to Niagra Falls and other spots in Canada.
Gives local news. Says that Martin Henry Freeman, a colored student,
gave a salutory oration and was treated well at a levee. Mentions the
commencement at Middlebury College, that he took his second degree, and
that he has been elected a tutor. Mentiones that he received a copy of
_The Intelligencer_ containing [George] Gale's apology for his course
against Jonathan Blanchard. Mentions that a semi-centennial celebration
is planned for the next year. Mentions that george Bent's miniature
likeness had excited curiosity.
378. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Brookville, IN; July 30, 1849. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Tells about death of Anna Maria Tyner, who was sick with cholera.
Describes the cholera and flux epidemic. Mentions that he can teach at
the academy at Dublin.
379. Starr, Marion S. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Burlington, IA; August
24, 1849. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Describes the Middlebury College commencement, a thunderstorm, and its
attendant flood.
380. Garland, Eliza B. (Friend of Mary Avery Bent Blanchard). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. New Orleans, LA; October 8, 1849. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Tells about a new daughter and describes a vacation on the Gulf of
Mexico.
381. Ferris, Sylvanus [and others] (Trustees of Knox College). [Letter to
Jonathan Blanchard and Eli Farnham]. Galesburg, IL; October 18, 1849. 3
p.
Give reasons why they do not plan to attend a called Knox College Trustee
meeting and why they object to the transactions of the previous meetings.
They offer a compromise.
382. Starr, Marion S. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Burlington, IA; October
24, 1849. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Sends patterns for little boys' dresses. Mentions that she is expecting
her mother to visit.
383. Corwin, Elizabeth (Cincinnati friend of Mary Avery Bent Blanchard). [Letter
to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Cincinnati, OH; November 13, 1849. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Mentions procuring supplies for Mary Bent Blanchard's society. Describes
travels in the east and the cholera epidemic. Mentions Jonathan
Blanchard's troubles with "false brethren." Says that the orphan's
assylum is flourishing. Mentions that Mary Avery Blanchard used to make
"dry speeches." Asks Jonathan Blanchard to Write to Marcellus [Corwin].384.
Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; December 1, 1849. 3 p.
Note: RPFC; Sent with Joseph Avery Bent's letter of December 1, 1849.
Gives local and family news. Tells that a telegraph was used to summon
relatives of Mrs. Henshaw, a deceased woman. Mentions that Maria Bent
Nichols plans to "migrate to a warmer clime." Writes that Maria was
married to [George] Nichols rather suddenly. Alludes to Jonathan
Blanchard's difficulties at Knox College.
385. Bent, Joseph Avery (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; December 1, 1849. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; Sent with Catherine Bent's letter of December 1, 1849.
Writes about teaching at Middlebury College (mentions that many of the
students plan to teach during the winter term), the Blanchard-Gale
dispute, and a railroad in Middlebury. Gives family news. Asks about
events in Galesburg. Mentions a steamboat explosion. Mentions that new
railroad and telegraph office in Middlebury. Writes that he has access to
Professor [Rensselaer David Chanceford] Robbins' library, and mentions
the books he has read.
386. Starr, Marion S. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Burlington, IA; December
6, 1849. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Describes illnesses in the family. Mentions that a Maternal Association
is to be formed.
387. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Brookville, IN; December 7, 1849. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; Torn.
Talks about Maria [Bent Nichols'] unexpected marriage. Gives local news.
Talks about the Blanchard-Gale dispute and about George [Bent's] schoolteaching and habits. Writes of a protracted meeting and new church
members. Gives Cincinnati news, including deaths and the intelligence
that Mr. Kellogg had failed in business again. Mentions that George
seems to think highly of Mary [Paine?]. Mentions that Dr. Rice is
meeting much opposition to his proposed seminary from "his southern
bretheren.".
388. Starr, Marion S. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Burlington, IA; December
14, [1849]. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that Minnie [Cooke] is not coming to Galesburg due to ill health.
389. Starr, Marion S. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Burlington, IA; January
11, 1850. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the death of Minnie Cooke's mother. Says that Mary Bent
Blanchard must have had a great deal of trouble with Minnie. Offers a
dress to Mary Bent Blanchard.
390. Starr, Marion S. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; [January 11, 1850].
1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Says that Mary Bent Blanchard may keep Minnie [Cooke's] dress. Mentions
that Minnie's mother died and that she has many faults. Gives family
news.
391. Williston, John P. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; January
12, 1850. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives a $200.00 donation toward Jonathan Blanchard's salary. Describes
money worries in his factory and his desire to do "some good by proxy."
Talks about slavery, the American Board, and the Garrison force. Says
that the Collegiate Society is "more liberal" toward Knox College than
previously. Writes about the Blanchard-Gale dispute. Writes about his
religious state. Mentions that there have been some revivals in the
area.
392. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Thaddeus Stevens]. Galesburg, IL; March 13, 1850. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Comments on Stevens' speech to Congress on slavery, saying it was
"thoroughly honest" and that Stevens' election was providential. Says
that slavery will not "possum," as did masonry. Mentions Stevens' debts
and immoralities and says that he thinks these were the devil's means of
preventing Stevens from exercising his full abilities against slavery.
Mentions his own unwilling appearance on Free Soil ticket. Urges Stevens
to turn to Christ.
393. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Thaddeus Stevens]. Galesburg, IL; March 13, 1850. 4 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Says he read Stevens' speech on Slavery in the _National Era_. Talks about
Freemasonry, Stevens' money troubles, and being a Free Soil Elector.
394. Williston, John P. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; April
13, 1850. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives Samuel Williston's response to Jonathan Blanchard's letter
regarding Secret Societies, suggesting using the periodical press rather
than a book. Talks about "California fever," worries of business, and
possible future donations. Mentions Blanchard's difficulties at Knox
College.
395. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Lewis Tappan]. Galesburg, IL; April 24, 1850. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Writes that he is unable to attend the Cincinnati Convention because of a
trustee meeting (to settle "one year's solid quarrelling), and that he is
sending a delegate. Gives his reaction to Bro. Goodell's attack on
Jonathan Blanchard in a paper read before the Albany Convention of Bible
Missions and his opinion of Goodell. Says he will not travel to
Rochester [NY] to preach, because Mary Bent Blanchard is with child.
Prefers National Anti-Slavery Commission over particular boards.
396. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Genesco, IL; May 14, [1850]. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he visited courthouse at [Cambridge--Jonathan Blanchard
mistakenly gives it as "Carthage"]. Saw place where [Eric] Jansson was
murdered. Writes about Root--murderer of Jansson. Writes about the
upcoming Central Association meeting. Inquires about events at
Galesburg.
397. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)].
Woodford, County, KY; June 11, 1850. 2 p.
Note: Torn.
Describes physical features of the area. Mentions slaves and teaching
school.
398. Williston, John P. (Benefactor of Jonathan Blanchard). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; August 6, 1850. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Sends $150.00 donation toward Jonathan Blanchard's salary and his AntiSecret Society pamphlet. Gives his personal experience with Secret
Societies. Says that business is profitable and he will send more
donations if Knox will continue harmoniously.
399. Gardner, M. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Galena, IL; August 20, 1850. 4
p.
Writes about teaching school, and about cholera in the area.
400. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Lewis Tappan]. Galesburg, IL; August 30, 1850. 3 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Says he is willing to preach before the American Missionary Association
in 1851 and desires to know if he will be appointed to preach. Talks
about his feelings regarding Mr. Treat's letter concerning the Choctaw
missions and slavery. Writes about the annual report of the AMA Annual
Report, saying that he intends to publish portions of it in the Galesburg
newspaper. Mentions that popular church sentiment will be against the
principles regarding teaching free colored people expressed in the
report. Writes about his experience with Bro. Bidwill (editor of _The
Evangelist_), that he "chilled my arder . . . as a newspaper
correspondent." Says that Kingsbury (a missionary to the Choctaws in
Texas) denied the charge of Abolitionism.
401. Williston, John P. (Friend and benefactor of JB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; September 7, 1850. 1 p.
Authorizes Jonathan Blanchard to draw on his account. Notes concerning
withdrawals are made on the page in Jonathan Blanchard's handwriting.
402. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
[Milton] Badger]. Galesburg, IL; September 18, 1850. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Charges American Home Missionary Society with selling out the gospel in
order to achieve apparent success in missions. Mentions that he was
elected Vice-President of Western Anti-Slavery Home and Foreign
Missionary Society. Talks about the inconsistency of applying to the
American Home Missionary Society for funds, and of his intention to take
up a labor with AHMS similar to that with the American Board. Urges
Badger to quit supporting slave-holding Churches. Says that having many
home missionary organizations is a weakness.
403. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
[Milton] Badger]. Galesburg, IL; September 18, 1850. 4 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Writes that he was unknowingly made a vice-president of a Western AntiSlavery Home and Foreign Missionary Society. Says he is presented with a
dilemma when asked to endorse contributions to the AHMS, and plans to
"take up a sort of labor" with AHMS as he did with the American Board.
Discusses the problem of multiple Home Missions organizations.
404. Williston, John P.; Tyler, William (Benefactor of Jonathan Blanchard).
[Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; September 25, 1850. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
They recommend John Stacy as a teacher of chemistry.
405. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Andover,
MA; December 7, 1850. 2 p.
Describes his trip to Massachusetts, teaching school, and a Methodist
Revival in Richmond.
406. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Drs. [Milton] Badger and Hall]. Galesburg, IL; December 16, 1850. 4 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Writes about Rev. L. P. Eshbjorn's work among Swedes, the prophet Jansen,
and Hedstrum, a Methodist Preacher.
407. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Milton Badger and Dr. Hall]. Galesburg, IL; December 16, 1850. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Reports of Esbjorn, a Swedish home missionary having less success than
hoped due to Jansenism. Says that Esbjorn is a good man, though.
Upbraids them for the American Home Missionary Society's support of
slave-holding churches.
408. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Ontario, IL; January 25, 1851. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Mary Bent Blanchard's qualities and says that his fear that
he is on a fool's errand has been overcome.
409. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Ontario, IL; January 25, 1851. 3 p.
Writes on Mary Bent Blanchard's qualities.
410. Bent, Joseph Avery (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)].
New York, NY; January 30, 1851. 2 p.
Note: Torn.
Describes an orphanage, children who are sent out into the streets by
parents to beg, and the warm weather. Mentions that people are putting
canaries in windows.
411. Williston, John P. (Benefactor of Jonathan Blanchard). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; February 15, 1851. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Says that neither he nor [Samuel Williston] is able to provide funds to
assist Blanchard in his pecuniary difficulties. Mentions Blanchard's
advice to the Illinois State Government regarding a University of
Illinois. Talks about ministers and Anti-slavery.
412. Bancroft, Emily J. [Letter to Mrs. Losey, Mary Bent Blanchard, and Miss
Churchill]. Jacksonville, IL; March 8, 1851. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Informs the adressees that they are directresses of the Association for
Educating Females and writes to enlist their prayers and sympathy. Sends
a report and tells of the work of the Association for Educating Females.
Encourages them to form an auxiliary at Knox College and raise funds.
413. Fee, John G. (Abolitionist). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Cabin Creek,
KY; March 21, 1851. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Responds to invitation to address a "Free Mission." Needs funds in order
to attend. Writes about his wife's poor health and talks about openings
in the ministry.
414. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Shreveport, LA; April 16, 1851. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about her new son [Edward], and mentions that her husband is not
religious. Talks about slavery and a tornado. Writes of plans to spend
the summer in Vermont and mentions that she is reluctant to unite with a
slave-holding church. Writes about living in the South.
415. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
[George] Whipple]. Middlebury, VT; July 28, 1851. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Says he is to attend NY State Association meeting and inquires after the
date of anniversary talks in Cleveland.
416. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
G[eorge] Whipple]. Middlebury, VT; August 5, 1851. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Agrees to preach in Cleveland. Inquires date of NY State Association
meeting. Asks if he, Mary Bent Blanchard, and two children can stay with
Lewis Tappan.
417. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
[George] Whipple]. Middlebury, VT; August 19, 1851. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Asks about the possibility of hiring a larger building for the
Anniversary Sermon.
418. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
J[ohn] P. Williston]. Brooklyn, NY; September 6, 1851. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Typescript, photocopy.
Mentions that a debate on the topic of home missions and slavery "sprung
up" at the New York State Asociation Meeting. Account of his speech
before the New York State Association and a resolution calling for a
National Congregational Convention on Slavery.
419. Waters, J. (Galesburg friend of the Blanchards). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. New Hartford, NY; September 1, 1851. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes of a visit from Bro. and Sis. Colton, who gave her news of
Galesburg. Asks Jonathan Blanchard to inquire for John T. Doubleday, who
is married to the popular female author. Suggests that Blanchard solicit
funds in addition to that for the education for the ministry.
420. Waters, Wealthy (Galesburg friend of the Blanchards). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. New Hartford, NY; [September 1, 1851]. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that September is a month of many anniversaries for her. Sends
family news.421. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Knox College). [Letter to
John P.
Williston]. Brooklyn, NY; September 6, 1851. 1 p.
Note: Transcript, photocopy.
Discusses a debate on Home Missions and slavery which took place during
the New York State Association meeting, which he addressed. Calls for a
National Congregational Convention on slavery. Writes that he preached
before the New York Association.
422. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Galesburg, IL; September 22, 1851. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Forwards a letter from William Walter Blanchard, saying that she hopes
Jonathan Blanchard will not be overly upset. Writes that the children
are ill and she is weak. Asks Jonathan Blanchard to purchase a solar
lamp. Says that she cannot take in boarders. Mentions that she feels
much anxiety over Mary Avery Blanchard. Says that she is indisposed to
take Cousin Alphonso's child.
423. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
[Lewis] Tappan and [George] Whipple]. New Buffalo, [MI?]; September 27,
1851. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Talks about "remodelling" of his Cleveland sermon. Says he sees the
election of Western members of American Board as an attempt to gain
control of American churches. Asks what relation the American Missionary
Society will maintain toward the American Board.
424. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Brooklyn, NY; October 6, 1851. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes of her trip from Vermont to New York. Gives family and local
news, mentioning that she is firing a domestic servant. Says that she is
looking forward to reading Jonathan Blanchard's addresss before the
Philedelphian Society.
425. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
[Lewis] Tappan]. Galesburg, IL; October 7, 1851. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Sends receipt for $45.00 for expenses of the Cleveland Sermon. Writes
about slavery in the churches and gives his thoughts on his sermon.
426. Bent, Joseph Avery (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Andover, MA; October 8, 1851. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; torn, affecting text.
Writes that Jonathan Blanchard is "making a sensation in various places;"
gives reaction to speech before the [NY State Association]. Says he
attended board meeting in Portland. Gives account of Missionary Meeting
and visits to relatives.
427. Corwin, Elizabeth. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Oxford, [OH]; November
12, 1851. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Says she moved from Kentucky to Oxford, Ohio. Writes of a trip to New
England. Gives description of Oxford [OH] (including its churches and
college) and local news. Mentions that the railroad is scheduled to pass
through the town.
428. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
George Whipple]. Galesburg, IL; December 4, 1851. 5 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Talks about relation of the American Missionary Society to its
auxiliaries. Writes of Brother Walker's qualifications to preach at the
American Missionary Society meeting, and suggests Flavel Bascom as a
speaker. Mentions the possibility of Knox College being proscribed
because of its condemnation of slave-holding. Suggests a salary for
himself in order to go on an Eastern speaking tour. Talks about the
possible "heavy consequences" of the National Congressional Convention
and the need to "suppress it." Mentions that _The Christian Era_ is
increasing in circulation.
429. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
George Whipple]. Galesburg, IL; December 11, 1851. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Says missionary affairs are in "the worst confusion possible;" desires
that A. D. Barber be sent to devote himself to missionary affairs and
raise money. Gives a recommendation for Miss Blakely, who wishes to
enter missions work. Says that the praries will soon be "one vast hive
of population." Says that the idea of a National Congregational Council
meets with general approval in the west.
430. Blanchard, Jonathan [and others]. [Letter to George Whipple]. Galesburg,
IL; December 11, 1851. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Petetition for an appropriation for A. Martin, a pastor in Iowa.
431. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
George Whipple]. Galesburg, IL; January 17, 1852. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Says that Boynton placed Jonathan Blanchard in an unwanted vicepresidency. Boynton wants the Northwestern Society to give up the
_Christian Era_. Writes about the decision on whether to send money to NY
or Cincinnati. Asks for A. D. Barber to come west as an agent. Says he
heard that the Free Mission Society "treat their missionaries shabbily,"
warning that the Free Mission Society is being watched closely, and that
the people and churches are like "needles in the compass quivering to
turn." Suggests Flavel Bascom to preach a sermon. Mentions [Lewis]
Tappan's troubles.
432. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
George Whipple]. Galesburg, IL; February 10, 1852. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Comments on ministers and missionaries. Talks about an offer from
Boynton to merge the _Christian Era_ with his weekly paper. Suggests that
Flavel Bascom preach a sermon. Urges that A. D. Barber be sent as an
agent.
433. Blakely, Sarah (Teacher at Knox College). [Letter to George Whipple, Sec.
of the AMA]. Galesburg, IL; February 19, 1852. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy; on same paper as Jonathan Blanchard's letter to
George Whipple, February 20, 1852.
Inquires about the Jamaica mission. Gives some account of her life and
labors.434. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL).
[Letter to
George Whipple]. Galesburg, IL; February 20, 1852. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy; on same paper as Sarah Blakely's letter to George
Whipple on February 19, 1852.
Recommends Sarah Blakely. Talks about the work of the missionary Steele
and that A. D. Barber is not assured of an appropriation.
435. Blanchard, Mary (Daughter of MAB and JB). [Letter to Elizabeth Hodges].
Galesburg, IL; March, 1852. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives family and local news. Says "the town has grown.".
436. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
George Whipple]. Galesburg, IL; March 10, 1852. 8 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Writes about an objection to Bro. Steele by [Lewis] Tappan. Writes of
Boynton's project, his newspaper and use of Jonathan Blanchard's name as
vice-president. Mentions his opposition to moving the _Christian Era_.
Discusses A. D. Barber and the status of auxiliarys to the AMA. Mentions
grievances against [George] Whipple, for not making him an officer of the
society and not publishing his sermon. Criticizes Whipple for holding a
meeting in a Millerite Temple and holding a meeting chaired by William
Goodell. Mentions the Congressional Convention and suggests [Flavel]
Bascom as a preacher.
437. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Knox College). [Letter to George
Whipple]. Galesburg, IL; March 24, 1852. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Writes recommendation for [Sarah] Blakely, [who wishes to go on a mission
tour to Jamaica]; mentions as a flaw her being twenty-eight and
unmarried; compares her unfavorably to Mary Bent Blanchard. Asks that
[A. D.] Barber be sent as an agent.
438. Bancroft, Emily J. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Jacksonville, IL; April
5, 1852. 1 p.
Writes about the Ladies Association for Educating Females. Says she is
to send a constitution, and asks for a report.
439. Blanchard, Mary (Daughter of MAB and JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
n.p.; [April 23/24, 1852]. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives family and local news; anecdotes.
440. Nichols, Maria Bent; Nichols, G. M. (Sister and Brother-in-law of MAB).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard and Mary Blanchard (Daughter)].
Shreveport, LA; May 13, 1852. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Maria gives family and local news. Mentions the death of [Silas Tyner]
and talks about their son Edward [Nichols]. George writes that he likes
girls as much as before he was married. Mentions that Mary Avery
Blanchard has promise as a writer. Writes that he is considering taking
a tour of Europe.
441. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)].
Middlebury, VT; May 24, 1852. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Sunday School work in N. Vermont and Canada. Gives advice
on Christian Life.
442. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
George Whipple]. Galesburg, IL; June 11, 1852. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Writes about his resistance to moving _Christian Era_ to Cincinnati, the
relation of the Northwestern Society to New York and Cincinnati, and
Boynton's proposal to split home and foreign missions.
443. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College). [Letter to George Whipple].
Chicago, IL; July 8, 1852. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Gives his reasons for favoring a western home missions organization, as
opposed to an organization auxiliary to New York.
444. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Galesburg, IL; July 8, 1852. 3 p.
Writes about new church members: Mr. and Mrs. Dunton, Mr. Kite, Mrs.
Wilson, and Mrs. Stevens. Writes that a cake with a ring in it sold by
Mr. Wiley is the cause of severe remarks. Writes about a deficit in
local church funds, saying, "If I had been a man I fear I should have
said some saucy things. . . ." Comments that the minister is not getting
his pay on time. Says Mr. Bascom is to preach on Baptism, that Mr.
Palmer died of cholera, and that she is against George W. Bent's
returning with Jonathan Blanchard.
445. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
George Whipple]. Chicago, IL; July 9, 1852. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Talks about Goodman and Boynton coming to NY for a meeting on the
organization and relationship of the missionary society, and about a
western missionary society.
446. Morse, Sarah R. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Metamora, IL; August 2,
1852. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about her desire to enter Knox College after her "unexpected
removal" two years ago.
447. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Middlebury, VT; August 21, [1852]. 4 pp.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about a journey to Middlebury, plans for the winter, and about
settling her estate. Writes that she rented part of her house. Writes
about the [Middlebury College] commencement and about a church meeting.
448. Bascom, Flavel. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Southampton, MA; September
4, 1852. 1 p.
Note: Letter attached from P. S. P. Bascom to Mary Bent Blanchard, dated
September 6, 1852.
Desires Jonathan Blanchard to attend the Convention at Albany.
449. Bascom, P. S. P. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; September 6, 1852.
3 p.
Note: Torn; Attached with letter from F. Bascom to Jonathan Blanchard on
September 4, 1852.
Gives plans to attend meeting of the A.B.C.F.M. Describes their journey
east and their Sabbath Observance.
450. Blanchard, William Walter (Brother of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Lake Mills, Wisconsin Territory; September 7, 1852. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the plight of Wisconsin Churches, their dependence on the
American Home Mission Society, and about free soil and free church
principles.
451. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
George Whipple]. Galesburg, IL; September 12, 1852. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Expresses his opinion in favor of separate boards for foreign and home
missions, and mentions the upcoming Albany Convention.
452. Blandin, J. H. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Blandinsville, IL;
September 28, 1852. 3 p.
Writes that her father is ill, that she is teaching school, that Bro.
Clark returned from California, and that she is to marry Mr. Lyon.
453. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Albany, NY; October 5, 1852. 4 p.
Writes about his ill health, having lost Mary Bent Blanchard in
Schenectady, the upcoming convention, the price of N. W. State Reports,
and having telegraphed Mr. Williston.
454. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Albany, NY; October 7, 1852. 2 p.
Writes about the convention, Home Missions and slavery, and that a
committee adopted a report declaring slaveholders unworthy of church
membership.
455. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.;
Oct 23, 1852. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives family news.
456. Williston, John P. (Benefactor of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Northampton, MA; November 7, 1852. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about his illness.
457. Williston, John P. (Friend and Benefactor of JB). [Letter to [Jonathan
Blanchard?]]. n.p.; November 7, 1852. 1 p.
Note: Transcript [by Herman A. Fischer?].
Writes about the Albany Convention.
458. Cody, Anna E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Griggsville, IL; November
14, 1852. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Rev. Mr. Mears, of Quincy, about Mrs. Whittlesey, and about
teaching.
459. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to [Jonathan Blanchard]].
Andover, MA; November 19, 1852. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about his health, the Albany Convention, the death of [Daniel]
Webster, student work, classmates, and a college scholarship scheme.
Asks for money. Writes that Henry Sanderson and Anne Dunn are married.
460. Boynton, Charles B. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Cincinnati, OH;
December 22, 1852. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Writes about the relationships of the missionary societies, the
publishing of a paper, and a note by Jonathan Blanchard to George Whipple
on January 4, 1853 from Galesburg.
461. Spencer, Levi. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Memphis, TN; December 30,
1852. 4 p.
Writes about slaves in town on Christmas, violence in the city, a teacher
who held a ball for his students, and having heard a "Cumberland Bro."
Says he attended a slave service and heard a minister praise
colonization. Mentions that he visited a slave market and was invited to
"look at stock.".
462. Boynton, B. B. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Cincinnati, OH; February 11,
1853. 6 p.
Explains his theological views, discussing Calvinism, the Law of God, The
Free Mission Movement, the Brooklyn Report, Christian Life and Character,
differing views of the church and missions theory, Perfectionism, and
Sanctification. Says The _Herald_ is bought out.
463. Boynton, B. B. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Cincinnati, OH; February 19,
1853. 4 p.
Apologizes for errors in publishing Jonathan Blanchard's letter.
Expresses need for agents. Explains that he does not favor splitting
Congregationalists into Free Missions and Old Board Parties. Describes
the editorial opinion of the _Independent_ regarding slaveholding and
missions.
464. Hicks, M. N. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Metamora, IL; Februeay 21,
1853. 4 p.
Sends thanks for Jonathan Blanchard's article in the press. Mentions that
the _Prarie Herald_ and _Paynes Banker_ are defunct. Writes about
Congregational papers. Writes about revival with the Baptists. Mentions
that Bro. Green's son was converted, as was Edward Hicks. Asks if
Jonathan Blanchard would be willing to assist in forming a seminary with
a shorter course to train ministers. Writes that he desires to move an
address to the Christians of England on the topic of brandy and winedrinking at the General Assocaition. Mentions addresses from English
Christians concerning slavery. Mentions that converts are joining the
Baptist church, rather than his, due to his anti-slavery stand.
465. Magoun, George F. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Burlington, IA; February
23, 1853. 4 p.
Writes about Jonathan Blanchard's reaction to the Albany Convention.
Writes about opinions on the slavery question, mentioning
Congregationalism and slavery. Discusses the great question of how the
New School Presbyterians will treat the convention. Mentions that
Jonathan Blanchard called on Mrs. Magoun. Mentions that the stage
overturned. Responds to Jonathan Blanchard's opinion about his law
practice. Mentions being "rudely and arbitrarily thrust out" of a
religious occupation. Writes that Bro. Holbrook offered _The Prarie Herald_
to him to make it a Congregational paper. Mentions that Henry W. Starr is
"a strong compromise man." Mentions that Mr. and Mrs. D. W. Burton went
to the mission field.
466. Roy, Joseph E. (Theological Student and Knox College Graduate). [Letter to
Jonathan Blanchard]. New York, NY; March 12, [1853]. 4 p.
Writes about people involved in work with the western churches. Mentions
Congregationalists in his seminary class. Mentions that he plans to be
married.
467. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
[Lewis] Tappan and [George] Whipple]. Galesburg, IL; May 14, 1853. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Writes his dissatisfaction with the _Christian Era_ and asks for [A. D.]
Barber to be sent to Illinois.
468. Holcomb, William H. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Knoxville, IL; June 10,
1853. 1 p.
Writes about boys needing clothing, and about his plans to publish
Jonathan Blanchard's notice.
Oversized.
469. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Samuel Williston]. Galesburg, IL; July 5, 1853. 1 p.
Note: Transcript; photocopy.
Writes about spiritism and sorcery. Says that the Principal of the
Female Department resigned and he wishes to appoint a replacement who
would fall less under [George] Gale's influence. Asks if Williston knows
of a prospect for the position among students of Mount Holyoke Seminary.
470. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College). [Letter to L[ewis] Tappan
and S. S. Jocelyn]. Galesburg, IL; August 29, 1853. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Talks about Bro. Nevin and [Flavel] Bascom of Galesburg. Has no real
recommendation for a preacher at annual sermon at Worcester.
471. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Lewis Tappan]. Galesburg, IL; October 3, 1853. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Enclosed $10.00 from Samuel Hitchcock and self.
472. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
George Whipple]. Galesburg, IL; October 8, 1853. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Accepts office of Vice President of the American Missionary Society.
Writes about the influence of slavery, missionary boards, and [George]
Gale and slavery.
473. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to J.
B. Turner]. Galesburg, IL; November 14, 1853. 3 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Says Jonathan Blanchard's children "kidnapped" a copy of the _Morgan
Journal_ containing Turner's Springfield speech. Writes that he wishes to
buy a horse. Asks about a rumor circulating concerning Turner and a
girl. Mentions Mary Bent Blanchard, [in Jacksonville Asylum]. Says he
may attend State Association.
474. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; December 24, 1853. 3 p.
Discusses arrangements for bringing Mary Bent Blanchard back to Galesburg
[from Jacksonville Assylum]. Mentions his concern for Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)'s religious condition. Mentions family finances.
475. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Jacksonville, IL; January 7, 1854. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Letter of advice to be good and holy.
476. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
George Whipple]. Galesburg, IL; February 8, 1854. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Recommends Charles Finney Martin for foreign missions.
477. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Jacksonville, IL; May 2, 1854. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Fragment; torn.
Mentions Jonathan Blanchard working on his memoir of Levi Spencer; also
mentions Jonathan Blanchard working on a speech to be delivered in
Indiana and gives local news.
478. Blanchard, Mary (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Galesburg, IL; May 6, [1854]. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Mentions Jonathan Blanchard's anxiety over whether the seniors will be
properly prepared for graduation. Explains why she left school.
479. Johnston, Julia E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; [1855 ?]. 3 p.
Writes that her mother returned to Galesburg. Says that she would like to
hear Jonathan Blanchard preach.
480. Kingsley, Nancy. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Northampton, MA;
February 27, 1855. 7 p.
Writes about the upcoming end-of-school exhibition. Writes about
Valentines and says that she dropped Henry Wheeler's acquaintance.
Mentions the Institute Lectures, a grand ball, and a temperance meeting.
Mentions that a ministerial candidate preached. Mentions sleigh rides and
Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s "intended." Says that she is considering
teaching and mentions that Sister Martha is teaching. Writes about
classroom discipline, saying that they no longer have "the certificate
rule.".
481. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; May 9, 1855. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the birth of [Julia Blanchard Fischer], and the birth of
[Howard Nichols]. Says that Mr. Bent is busy with work, that she
sprained her ankle. Mentions that Mr. Newham preached Dr. Merrill's
funeral sermon. Gives family and local news.
482. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Elgin, IL; June 13, 1855. 3 p.
Gives instructions for the children and compliments the beer Mary
Blanchard (Daughter) brewed.
483. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. n.p.; ca. July 16, 1855. 2 p.
Note: Sent with letter from Mary Bent Blanchard to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter) on July 16, 1855.
Sends money. Writes that he waits for Mr. Williston to send a teacher.
Gives advice on studies. Mentions laughing over her letter, but says
that he would rather have seen less of its "jaunty and bantering" air.
484. Blanchard, Mary (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Catherine Blanchard
Stoddard]. Northampton, MA; July 16, [1855]. 4 p.
Writes that she is happy she came to Northampton and mentions John P.
Williston's melodeon. Writes about her sewing and asks if Catherine
Blanchard Stoddard and Maria Blanchard Cook still live in "uninterupted
[sic] hostility." Asks if Nora Blanchard Kellogg and Sonora Blanchard
Kennedy still eat the plastering. Writes about the Williston family and
house. Asks about the water cure in Galesburg.
485. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; July 16, 1855. 2 p.
Note: Letter enclosed from Jonathan Blanchard to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter), ca. July 16, 1855.
Says [Flavel] Bascom preached. Advises Mary Blanchard (Daughter) on her
studies.
486. Coltrin, N. P. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Plymouth, IL; July 20, 1855.
1 p.
Sends arrangements for Jonathan Blanchard to attend a dedication.
487. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; July 22, 1855. 2 p.
Sends arrangement to pay Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s expenses.
Admonishes Mary Blanchard (Daughter) to be thorough in her studies.
Writes that bugs destroyed the winter wheat. Mentions that he plans to go
to Kentucky, and that he walked eight miles. Cautions against excitement
and irregular sleep as aggravating a pain in Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s
side, and cautions against "wildness" in order to impress her peers.
488. Holbrook, Jonathan C. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; July 23,
1855. 2 p.
Describes the state of the local church. Says the _Herald_ will continue,
if funds are raised. Mentions "The San Francisco Matter" and
negotiations with Presbyterians.
489. Storrs, R. S. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Brooklyn, NY; July 24,
[1855]. 3 p.
Give the policy concerning printing items in _The Independent_. Says that
they will probably print whatever Jonathan Blanchard sends. Writes about
slavery in the churches and mentions Jonathan Blanchard's upcoming
journey to Kentucky.
490. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Galesburg, IL; July 29, 1855. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives local and family news, mentioning that [J. P.] Williston gave
$100.00 toward Jonathan Blanchard's expenses, and $500.00 in Kansas
Emigrant Society Stock. Mentions Mr. Cleveland's farewell discourse.
491. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Cabin Creek, KY; July 30, 1855. 4 p.
Mentions rumors on the boat that [Cassius M.] Clay, [John G.] Fee, or
[Scott] Davis was shot "in the late strife there at a meeting
[Maysville]." Writes about attending meetings, upcoming meetings, being
scheduled to preach, and his plans. Writes that he left a manuscript of
[Levi] Spencer's memoir at Mr. Mason's. Describes the anti-abolitionist
feelings of the area, "ruffians" at meetings, the Know-Nothing Party,
American Waldenses, and the abolition efforts of Clay and Fee.
492. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Ripley, OH; August 1, 1855. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Mr. and Mrs. Rankin, Brother Leavitt (mentions his terrier),
and members of his family. Writes about the countryside and gives
instructions for stable.
493. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Lexington, KY; August 9, 1855. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about train trip to Lexington, resolutions to be a better husband
(resolves to be as polite to Mary Bent Blanchard as he is to Mrs.
Williston), and horse buying.
494. B., Lucy. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Dixon, IL; August 13,
1855. 4 p.
Writes about her brother and family.
495. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; August 23, 1855. 4 p.
Mentions that he wrote twelve letters prior to this one. Advises her to
cultivate delicacy of taste. Compares her letters unfavorably to those
of other girls at Mt. Holyoke School. Writes about his Kentucky tour.
Writes that he got [Levi] Spencer's memoirs to press, and that he bought
an English Terrier puppy from Cincinnati. Writes about farm crops,
livestock killed on the railroad, and a building structure for the Knox
Female College. Advises her on when to return to Knox College, and to
"write _very little_ with any young men yet." Gives example of Elizabeth
Wilcox, who corresponded with several young men and became a "College
talk." Recommends ironing as excellent exercise.
496. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; August 23, 1855. 1 p.
Writes that she thinks Mary Blanchard (Daughter) ought to write to
Charles A. Blanchard and "get him reconciled to you." Indicates that Mary
Blanchard (Daughter) may have slapped Charles A. Blanchard.
Oversized.
497. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Blanchard (Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; August 23, 1855. 2 p.
Relates an anecdote concerning a missing comb. Writes that Jonathan
Blanchard returned to Galesburg bearing gifts, including a black dog
named "Watch" for Charles A. Blanchard and Williston Blanchard. Says that
Jonathan Blanchard bought Maria Blanchard Cook a rosary.
Oversized.
498. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; August 31, 1855. 4 p.
Writes that he is worried about the pain in Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s
side. Writes about her studies. Mentions that he did not like Greek,
Latin, or math until he conquered them. Gives hints on reading Latin.
Talks about his college days and how he came to delight in the success of
others. Relates an anecdote from his Chester Academy days. Writes about
work on the house, fence, and hedges.
499. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; September 8, 1855. 4 p.
Mentions teaching writing school at age fifteen, and criticizes Mary
Blanchard (Daughter) for not writing as well as she could. Writes, "the
rarest and most resplendent achievement of human nature is a cool and
correct appreciation of one's self." Gives advice on taking Latin.
Mentions "one of the sweetest and most agreeable girls" he ever knew.
Advises her to listen. Mentions farm crops and the dog sent by Peter
Melendy.
500. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; September 8, 1855. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Mrs. Williston. Gives advice on tolerating school work,
local and family news. Writes about family members and students. Advises
her not to correspond with Jonathan Blanchard or [Samuel] Caldwell.
501. B., Lucy. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Dixon, IL; September 12,
1855. 3 p.
Writes that she made a visit to Rockford and mentions going to school.
Says that much sickness prevails in the region. Hopes that Mary Blanchard
(Daughter) will improve in Latin and asks where the "Little Tutor" is.
502. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; September 15, 1855. 4 p.
Writes that his letters were published in _The Independent_. Writes about
the "Young West." Gives instructions for J. P. Stoddard and farm
instructions.
503. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Chicago, IL; September 16, 1855. 4 p.
Writes about the Knox College buildings, about loving one's enemies, and
about her Latin studies. Says he believes Twining was at fault for Mary
Blanchard (Daughter)'s shortcomings in Latin.
504. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; September 19, 1855. 4 p.
Writes about Miss [Eunice] Hayward, the new Principal of the [Knox
College] Female Dept. Writes that Mary Bent Blanchard disfavors Mary
Blanchard (Daughter) leaving school. Writes about her Latin and French
studies, the farm crop. Writes about Dr. Edward Beecher, a candidate for
pastor of a new church. Asks for her daguerreotype.
505. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; October 3, 1855. 4 p.
Writes that Julia Blanchard Fischer was baptized. Mentions that his
letters were published in _The Christian Era_ and _Independent_. Says that
fifteen persons were living in the Blanchard home. Writes about farm
news, and her Latin studies.
506. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; October 9, 1855. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that Miss McIntosh left for Africa. Mentions that Jonathan
Blanchard borrowed money to build an addition to the house. Writes about
boarders and family members. Advises Mary Blanchard (Daughter) to watch
her deportment. Says that 41 people petitioned to split and form a new
church with [Edward] Beecher as its pastor.
Oversized.
507. B., Lucy. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Dixon, IL; October 20,
1855. 4 p.
Writes about her schoolwork and says that she is learning leatherwork.
Mentions changing boarding places. Says that Henry McArthur is "paying
his address" to Carrie Wells. Mentions that her family visited.
508. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; October 24, 1855. 2 p.
Writes that he preached an installation sermon for Rev. M. Williams in
Farmington. Warns her that "next to flirtation and gallants--promiscuous
and endless letter writing has the worst effect on the mind of a girl."
Suggests that she read his letter to Williston published in _The
Independent_.
509. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; November 7, 1855. 2 p.
Writes that J. P. Williston wrote concerning the Female College building,
and that the foundation is laid. Gives farm news, that he is
disappointed with a tenant. Writes that he is to lecture, and that
college and farm duties are increasing. Mentions Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)'s overly-many letters; warns against "A multitude of intimate
friends, a multitude of half-formed ideas, and a multitude of halfmastered studies.".
510. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; November 12, 1855. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; clipped by RPF to letter by [Maria Blanchard Cook] to Mary
Blanchard (Daughter) in [November, 1855].
Writes about Mrs. Grant's funeral and mentions Jonathan Blanchard's
selling [cattle?]. Gives local and family news.
511. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; [ca. November 12, 1855]. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; clipped by RPF to Mary Bent Blanchard's letter of November
12, 1855.
Writes about her birthday, a bonnet, and an apron.
512. Blanchard, Mary (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Northampton, MA; November 16, [1855]. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about her sewing projects, local news and her desire to visit
Middlebury.
513. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; November 21, 1855. 2 p.
Writes that William W. Blanchard is irrational. Warns Mary Blanchard
(Daughter) against selfishness.
514. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; December 3, 1855. 4 p.
Criticizes her for directing a letter to him in the care of J. P.
Stoddard. Writes about Hiram [Blanchard]'s character, about her studies,
her over-much writing, his disappointment in her course at Northampton,
and her lack of progress. Says he doesn't have time to dwell on Mary
Blanchard (Daughter)'s "pleasing and hopeful symptoms." Writes that he
is to lecture in Springfield, and to write a review of _Cousin_. Writes
about Johann Burnett and Hurlburt [postal clerks].
515. B., Lucy. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Moneek, IA; December 4,
[1855]. 4 p.
Writes about her journey to Iowa and her daily routine. Asks how Mary
Blanchard (Daughter) and Henry McArthur are doing.
516. Garland, Eliza B. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. New Orleans, LA;
December 12/16, 1855. 3 p.
Note: RPFC; torn, affecting text.
Writes about the river boat journey to New Orleans, George (brother),
Mrs. Sawing (who is boarding with her), and the reunion with her husband.
517. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; December 13, 1855. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that Julia Blanchard Fischer is now named. Mentions the arrival of
[Edward] Beecher. Writes that Julia Chappels' father died returning from
California, that Galesburg is growing, and that Fidelia Wheeler married
Mr. Porter. Writes about Professor Stoddard's widow and encloses a news
clipping on bread.
518. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; December 17, 1855. 2 p.
Writes that Mary Bent Blanchard thought Jonathan Blanchard's letter "too
severe." Says the dining room is being remodeled, and that "we have a
good Swede girl." Writes about being late to morning [College]
exercises. Wants Mary Blanchard (Daughter) to learn, so that she "can
take charge of the farm and let me do nothing but study, write and
preach." Writes about the Female College building.
519. Blanchard, Mary (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Northampton, MA; December 19, 1855. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about school, her friends and relatives, going to Mr. Bayard
Taylor's lecture on the benefits of Travel, and Mr. Emerson's lecture.
520. Bent, Joseph Avery (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Cornwall, VT; December 24, 1855. 4 p.
Writes that Mary Blanchard (Daughter) is invited to VT. Writes that he
is looking for a teaching position and inquires whether a position is
open at Knox. Writes about Middlebury College Female Seminary. Says
Elizabeth Goodhue is too much of an abolitionist to teach in Kentucky.
521. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. n.p.; [1855 - 1856]. 2 p.
Writes about her schoolwork and mentions that Mary Smith died.522. Stoddard,
Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Blanchard (Daughter)]. n.p.; [1855-1856]. 4 p.
Writes that Chasteen plans to be married and mentions her dislike of
music lessons.
523. "The Young Ladies of the Middle Class". [Letter to [Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]]. n.p.; [ca. 1856]. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Invitation to a social event at the home of Mr. Jones Harding.
524. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. n.p.; [ca. January 1, 1856]. 1 p.
Writes about New Year's presents and family members.
525. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Blanchard (Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; January 1, 1856. 2 p.
Writes about the family's New Year's celebration and the gifts received
by family members.
526. Beecher, Charles. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Andover, MA; January 3,
1856. 4 p.
Writes that he will come to Galesburg, and asks if he should bring his
melodeon. On the topic of preeexistence, he says, "If people will let me
alone, I will let them alone.".
527. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Catherine Avery Bent].
Galesburg, IL; January 4, 1856. 2 p.
Note: Letter was misdated, January 4, 1855.
Writes about boarders. Writes that Jonathan Blanchard cancelled a
lecture in Springfield. Mentions Mrs. Hamblin, matron of the water cure
establishment. Says the town is growing.
528. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; January 11, 1856. 6 p.
Writes about Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s health and religious state.
Mentions that she did not join in communion, and being "mortified" about
Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s studies. Compares her to Hiram Blanchard.
Says Mary Bent Blanchard advised Jonathan Blanchard not to send this
letter, and that he borrowed money at 10% interest.
529. Clay, Cassius Marcellus. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. White Hall, KY;
January 14, 1856. 5 p.
Note: RPFC.
Response to and defense of himself against Brother [John G.] Fee's letter
to a northern paper. Defends his holding of slaves since they are a life
trust. Writes about his debts, his opinion on slavery, and fanaticism.
Corrects a bovine pedigree error, saying that the correction will be
better for Blanchard's heifer. Says he burned Jonathan Blanchard's
letter.
530. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; January 21, 1856. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about local and family news, saying that Hannah Bent Tyner
Pettengill has become Westernized. Writes of [Thomas] Merrill's children
and will.
531. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; January 24, 1856. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Urges Mary Blanchard (Daughter) to conquer her dislike of school and
applies an incident from her own life. Gives local and family news,
including the senior class tea at the Blanchards. Mentions that Samantha
Anderson's marriage ceremony was performed by Jonathan Blanchard.
532. Bent, Joseph Avery (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
DuQuoin, IL; January 26, 1856. 4 p.
Writes about his travels and preaching at Centralia. Mentions an
institution for young ladies there and wishes Northerners and Easterners
would settle in Centralia.
533. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; January 28, 1856. 2 p.
Writes about Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s religious state and her Latin
studies.
534. B., Lucy. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Moneek, IA; January 29,
[1856]. 4 p.
Mentions that she attended a writing and spelling school. Mentions that
her brother was married. Writes that she will send a pattern. Mentions
that she told J. G. W. that they ought to dissolve their relationship.
535. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Middlebury, VT; January 29, 1856. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s possible visit to Middlebury and
Montreal, local and family news.
536. Blanchard, Mary (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Northampton, MA; February 11, [1856]. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Says she has had a "comfortable" winter--not under -18 degrees, that
there is a good prospect of a flood, which she means to see, that Mrs.
Williston's father is unwell, that she had a tooth pulled and will have
another filled. Relates part of a letter by Cyrus Lewis Blanchard and
mentions that Lyman Williston gave her some music. Says that it is [John
P.] Williston's opinion that the [Knox?] College has too much "spirit of
progress.".
537. I. W. W. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. New York, NY; February 13,
1856. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; clipped to 1856 Female Dept. of Knox Commencement Program.
Hopes to begin a correspondence with Mary Blanchard (Daughter).
538. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; February 18, 1856. 1 p.
Writes about preaching and mentions several people.
539. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Chicago, IL; February 18, 1856. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives advice on spiritual matters. Says he borrowed at 12% to pay taxes.
Urges Mary Blanchard (Daughter) to learn "house affairs" and scholarship.
Urges Mary Blanchard (Daughter) to watch [C. L.] Williston's
housekeeping. Says she needs to learn domestic affairs as well as
scholarship--otherwise she would be "much worse off than a common Swede
woman.".
540. Blanchard, Mary (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Northampton, MA; February 18, 1856. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
A homesicky letter. Talks about Dr. Boynton (a lecturer), Gedogy, Katie,
Nora, and Maria.
541. Grant, Susan; Grant, Innes. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)].
Galesburg, IL; February 20, 1856. 4 p.
Susan writes about a visit to eastern friends and mentions that she did
not return to school. Asks about Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s progress in
Latin. Innes comments that "sleigh rides and happiness are all one to
young ladies.".
542. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Dayton, OH; February 21, 1856. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Says he traveled to Cleveland. Talks about Ohio Senators ("old line
Abolitionists") and says he saw Gov. Chase, who besought Jonathan
Blanchard to attend the Pittsburg preliminary Presidential Convention.
Talks about the American Party (Know-nothing), giving reasons he did not
attend the convention. Mentions that Mr. Lane is separated from his
wife. Writes of Kansas matters and the temptation of politics.
543. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Blanchard (Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; February 22, 1856. 4 p.
Asks about J. P. Stoddard's slippers. Mentions that Jonathan Blanchard
went to Chicago to look into heating the seminary building. Mentions that
Mary Bent Blanchard hired a domestic servant. Mentions a local population
increase.
544. Abbot, Louisa. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL;
February 23, 1856. 4 p.
Mentions Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s dislike of school. Says that she
does not like being a senior and has not yet started reciting to Jonathan
Blanchard. Writes that she had some teeth pulled. Says that she does not
think Mary Blanchard (Daughter) will be an old maid.
545. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; February 25, 1856. 2 p.
Writes that Nora Blanchard Kellogg is ill, and Jonathan Blanchard is in
Ohio. Mentions that Levi Spencer's memoirs are published, and the
likeness of Spencer is "not very good." Says the faculty took tea at
their house. Writes about Sunday School, conversions and hope for
revival, lectures by Rev. J. Pierpont, and the death of old Mr. Williston
[J. P.'s father].546. Lavake, Frances L. [and others]. [Letter to Mary
Blanchard (Daughter)].
n.p.; [March, 1856]. 1 p.
Invitation to a reception.
547. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; March 2, 1856. 4 p.
Writes about a poem that Mary Blanchard (Daughter) wrote on the death of
J. P. Williston's father. Says that his duties are overwhelming. Writes
about the journey in which he inspected heating methods in buildings, and
about the college buildings at Knox. Answers Williston's questions that
College buildings might be extravagant. Writes about Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)'s plan to drop school and return to Galesburg. Says, "I blame
and condemn you for _not_ enjoying study _there_." Gives arrangements for
Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s return trip. Admonishes her to work for the
salvation of souls.
548. B., Lucy. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Moneek, IA; March 3, 1856.
4 p.
Writes that her sister is ill. Says that she believed that Mary Blanchard
(Daughter) was in love with "that young man where you board." Mentions
that Mary Smith died and that she would like to hear Jonathan Blanchard
preach. Mentions Sunday visiting.
549. Blanchard, Mary (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
n.p.; [c. March 3, 1856]. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes of local news, singing in the choir, her desire to go to Vermont,
and her dislike of school.
550. Humphries, Mary A. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL;
March 4, 1856. 3 p.
Note: Torn.
Writes that Eliza Marsh dropped school due to illness. Mentions Mary
Blanchard (Daughter)'s dislike of school. Says that Jonathan Blanchard
lectured her class on how to study. Writes about religious interest and
mentions Longfellow's "Hiawatha.".
551. Hammond, C. G. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Aurora, IL; March 6, 1856. 1
p.
Says, "We want a man of some more boldness to strike our iron." He is
looking for a seminary to call Edward Beecher.
552. Holbrook, Jonathan C. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Dubuque, [IA]; March
7, 1856. 2 p.
Writes that Bro. Jones is fitted to edit _The Herald_, but lacks financial
ability. Says Holbrook was tired of the labor of editing and quit.
Discusses possible editors for the _Herald_ and business matters connected
with that paper. Suggests Magoun for editor.
553. Blanchard, Mary (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Northampton, MA; March 11, 1856. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about packing ink for [John P.] Williston. Mentions the upcoming
end of the school term and the exhibition to be held at that time.
Mentions reading a letter to [John P.] Williston. Writes of Jonathan
Blanchard's workload, and the lack of religious vitality in Northampton.
Mentions that that [C. L.] Williston's father was ill-treated with
morphine and antimony. Writes about a sleigh that overturned.
554. Blanchard, Mary (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Northampton, MA; March 19, [1856]. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about packing ink, a revival in Galesburg, and the Galesburg
trouble. Mentions that W[illiston] was defeated in a liquor case and
says "folks are going to law here almost all the time." Mentions [Levi]
Spenser's Memoirs.
555. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Dixon, IL//Lyons, IL; July 19/21, 1856. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about parting with Charles A. Blanchard and Williston Blanchard,
and a memory of Mary Bent Blanchard at Worcester (MA). Writes of rowing
across the Mississippi River at night, and a church dedication. Writes
that whiskey and "every evil work" are increasing at Galesburg, and sends
farm instructions.
Oversized.
556. Harriet. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; March 22,
1856. 4 p.
Writes about her recent misery. Says that she plans to write an essay on
fanaticism. Mentions that Mary Blanchard (Daughter) and McArthur broke
up. Says that M. M. Clark is engaged to Celia Tinker. Writes that she is
dating Mr. Bruner, but is tired of it.
557. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; March 25, 1856. 4 p.
Writes about settling accounts with [John P.] Williston, and Mary's
expenses. Expresses his disappointment in her scholastic achievements,
and mentions having given up his "costly Kentucky calf.".
558. Blanchard, Mary (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Northampton, MA; March 26, [1856]. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family and local news, the vacation and working in the shop.
Mentions attending a double wedding. Writes that the Willistons asked
if the "gale" has passed. Calls Jonathan Blanchard "the College Drudge.".
559. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of MB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Blanchard (Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; March 28, 1856. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Sends family news, including an anecdote about Julia Blanchard Fischer
sticking her head in a jar of cream. Asks Mary Blanchard (Daughter) for
a lock of hair.
560. Blanchard, Mary (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Northampton, MA; March 31, 1856. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Thanks Jonathan Blanchard for sending money. Writes about local news and
her religious state.
561. Bascom, P. S. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Southampton, MA; April
11, [1856]. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Letter of introduction for S. C. Bascom (brother of writer).562. Atkinson, P.
[Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Atlanta, IL; April 14, 1856. 3
p.
Asks if he can receive his degree without being present at commencement.
Mentions debts to Knox College, Mr. Williston, and the Education Society.
Questions the value of his college education. Writes about the town of
Atlanta, about local churches--Methodist, Baptist, and Campbellite, and
about the anti-slavery testimony of church.
563. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; April 15, 1856. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Sends local news, including that [Flavel] Bascom is to leave, the Adelphi
lectures, and Jonathan Blanchard's speaking.
564. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; April 15, 1856. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family members and local news. Mentions that Sarah Farmer
is to teach, and that Jonathan Blanchard is building a pigpen. Mentions
Mary Bent Blanchard "having a small school.".
565. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; May 5, 1856. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she learned a new song on the melodeon.
566. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; May 7, 1856. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Admonishes her to be considerate and dutiful to Catherine Avery Bent and
to Samuel Bent. Writes about hats. Mentions that Caroline Hitchcock and
Dudley Gale died. Writes that Mr. Bascom is to leave soon and Mr. Miter
may replace him. Writes that [J. B.] Robb and [A.] Brunson left Knox
College, and that there is a "flurry" in the college.
567. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard; Blanchard, Mary Avery (Daughter and Wife of
JB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; May 7, 1856. 4
p.
Writes that Mrs. Westfall moved to Galesburg. Mention that Eugene and
Albert Beecher are her classmates. Mary Bent Blanchard writes about
getting a pattern for a linen collar for Jonathan Blanchard.
568. Williston, C. L. (Wife of John P. Williston). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Northampton, MA; May 12, 1856. 4 p.
Writes about Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s journey to Middlebury. Mentions
that James took the prize of the Burkby Scholarship. Writes that she
heard a negatively-impressive preacher.
569. Williston, Martin L. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. n.p.; [May 12,
1856]. 1 p.
General note of greeting.
570. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; May 15, 1856. 1 p.
Writes about family members and mentions the death of Isaac Davis.571.
Caldwell, Samuel. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. New Haven, CT; May 20,
1856. 6 p.
Returns thanks for Jonathan Blanchard's letter of introduction to Pres.
Woolsey. Describes his journey from Galesburg to Middlebury, giving the
characters of Chicago, Pittsburg, Philadelphia, and New York City.
572. Williston, Hannah. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Northampton, MA;
May 20, [1856]. 4 p.
Writes about scarlet fever and local people.
573. Phelps, Fannie (Friend of MB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)].
Northampton, MA; May 23/24, 1856. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about local news, a prayer meeting, the shop work and co-workers,
singing school, and Mr. Crane (who preached at length).
574. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Brookville, IN; May 26, 1856. 4 p.
Writes about paying taxes and having bought a house. Gives instructions
concering her trunk and carpet bag.
575. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; May 29, 1856. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s being accompanied to Chicago by
[Joseph Avery Bent?], and about Samuel Bent (Mary Bent Blanchard's
father).
576. Caldwell, Samuel. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. New Haven, CT; May 29,
1856. 4 p.
Explains where he stands following an incident during morning exercises.
Writes that he attended a "Sumner Indignation Meeting" at which the
Governor presided and several legislators spoke.
577. Thomas, L. A. [and others] (Members of the Congregational Church and
Society of Dubuque, Iowa). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Dubuque, IA;
May 29, 1856. 2 p.
Note: Also includes letter from Jonathan Holbrook to Jonathan Blanchard.
Invitation to the installation of Rev. Jonathan Holbrook as pastor.
Holbrook asks Jonathan Blanchard to deliver an address and mentions that
Dr. Beecher is to preach. Mentions that the cornerstone for the new
church building is to be placed.
578. Phelps, William J. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Elmwood, IL; May 30,
1856. 3 p.
Gives advice in a dispute between the Adelphi and Grothautie [?]
concerning lecture courses.
579. Preston, J. R. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Kewanee, IL; May 30, 1856. 1
p.
Writes that he is expecting Jonathan Blanchard to preach.
580. Castle, Alfred. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Waukesha, WI; June 2, 1856.
2 p.
Wishes to send his son and daughter to Knox. Says the climate is
unhealthy for him, and that he may move to Galesburg. Comments on the
nation and Wisconsin's (Anarchial [sic] Proslavery tendencies).
581. Espres, Darius. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; June 4, 1856.
1 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Writes about agents to procure subscribers to the _Herald_.
582. Espres, Darius. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; June 4, 1856.
1 p.
Writes about personnel and agents for the _Herald_, and about the need for
an agent near Terre Haute, Indiana.
583. Atkinson, P. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Atlanta, IL; June 10, 1856. 1
p.
Writes a second time, asking if the second degree could be conferred in
his absence.
584. Caldwell, Samuel. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. New Haven, CT; June 16,
1856. 9 p.
Response to Jonathan Blanchard's letter concerning student discipline and
the system of student grading and discipline. Agrees to read the Bible,
but not to pray. Says he attended "the Wooden Spoon Exhibition.".
585. Clay, Cassius Marcellus. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. White Hall, KY;
June 21, 1856. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about his financial distress, slaves, anti-slavery feelings,
begrudging support for [John C.] Fremont and [William Lewis] Dayton,
cattle, his brother Brutus [Clay], his step-father, and a Mexican War
trip.
586. Clarke, Jonathan. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Rushville, IL; June 30,
1856. 2 p.
Writes that he received a challenge from Rev. Dr. J. P. Richmond to
discuss slavery. Wishes Jonathan Blanchard and Lovejoy to participate in
debate.
587. Sill, Anna P. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Rockford, IL; July 3, 1856. 3
p.
Writes that she knows no one qualified to fill the position offered by
Jonathan Blanchard.
588. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard and
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Morrison, IL; July 7/8, 1856. 4 p.
Writes about various relatives and local people. Mentions that Mr. Jenks
kindly assisted her with her baggage. Mentions a house to be sold for a
library. Mentions frivolous and wasteful fashions. Writes of prayer
meetings.
589. Williston, C. L. (Wife of John P. Williston). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Northampton, MA; July 11, 1856. 4 p.
Writes about commencement and Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s return to
Galesburg. Writes about the 4th of July and the cornerstone ceremony for
the third lunatic assylum. Mentions the completion of the Hampden
Railroad and that her father and aunt died.
590. Phelps, Fannie (Friend of MB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)].
Northampton, MA; July 12/14, 1856. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the 4th of July celebration, local news and gossip.
591. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Knox College). [Letter to Theodore D.
Weld]. Dubuque, IA; July 26, 1856. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; copy marked on reverse, "deposit in other institutions
prohibited.".
Writes about Weld teaching at Amboy and expresses his hope to see Weld
and Mrs. Weld. Writes, "I almost wish I had married Mrs. Weld and you
had a wife less opposed to "hireling" preaching." Writes that he wishes
Weld would speak in public and writes about his anti-slavery activities.
Writes that he is "doing a little to elect Fremont after whose election
and the freedom of Kansas I shall try and do the next thing...".
592. Bent, Joseph Avery (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Cornwall, VT; July 28, 1856. 2 p.
Writes about his wife, Ann Bent, about ill health, his journey home, and
having read _Memoir of Levi Spencer_.
593. Kingsley, Nancy. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Northampton, MA;
August 1, 1856. 4 p.
Writes that she went berrying and mentions that Sister Martha returned
from the South.
594. Williston, Martin L. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Northampton,
MA; August 5, 1856. 3 p.
Writes that he was not pleased with the manner in which she began a
letter to him. Mentions that he attended an exhibition at Easthampton.
Writes that he fears Nebraska will be admitted as a slave state. Writes
about the upcoming presidential election and predicts that John Freemont
will carry Massachussetts.
595. Williston, C. L. (Wife of John P. Williston). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Northampton, MA; August 6, 1856. 4 p.
Writes about local and family matters, mentioning a lost letter and
Hannah Williston's travels.
596. Brunson, M. P. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Abingdon, IL; August
19, 1856. 3 p.
Writes about plans to go to Iowa. Mentions a Methodist camp meeting which
was threatened to be broken up by "roudies." Says that she wishes she
could have attended Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s party.
597. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; August 29, 1856. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about illness on the journey and the medicines he took to counter
it (Lobelia and Congress Water). Writes that he used Mr. Cotton's brandy
to stave off a chill and crushed the vial during the night. Sends farm
instructions and encourages the children to "eat" milk.
598. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; September 2, 1856. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family and local news.
599. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; September 3, 1856. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about recovering from illness, visiting Mr. and Mrs. Samuel
Williston, and visting Mt. Holyoke School. Mentions that he plans to stop
in New Haven to see steam heating and speak with Dr. Bacon and college
officers. Says he has heard encouraging words about Rev. Patton. Gives
farm instructions and writes about bringing [Harriet Beecher] Stowe's new
book _Dread_ for Mary Blanchard (Daughter).
600. Crane, Helen A. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Northampton, MA;
September 5/7/8, 1856. 4 p.
Writes that Lucy left for Minnesota. Writes about public events in
Northampton: Theatre, political meetings and a concert. Mentions that the
gas works is "being pushed forward." Writes that a new organ is being
installed in the Old Church. Mentions that her father is traveling for
his health. Mentions that she attended the Sweetzer Prize Declamation at
Amhurst.
601. Williston, Hannah. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Northampton, MA;
September 6, 1856. 4 p.
Writes about her return from Rye, NH and the beginning of school.
Mentions that a new church vestry is being built and that the church is
closed while a new organ is installed. Mentions that gas pipes are being
emplaced. Mentions that Martin Williston is to read a composition about
girls wearing hoops.
602. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; September 22, 1856 ? 1 p.
Asks Mary Blanchard (Daughter) to ask Miss Hayes to announce the funeral
of Miss Marsh.
603. Kingsley, Nancie. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Northampton, MA;
September 24, 1856. 4 p.
Writes about her studies. Mentions that she went on an excursion to
Greenfield. Writes that a new organ is being installed in the Old Church.
Mentions Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s "gentleman callers." Mentions that
Mr. Wheeler was re-married.
604. Williston, C. L. (Wife of John P. Williston). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. n.p.; [ca. October, 1856]. 2 p.
Writes that Annie Abbot returned from the West on a visit and died.
Mentions that she is sending a book to Catherine Blanchard Stoddard.
605. Williston, C. L. (Wife of John P. Williston). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Northampton, MA; October 2, [1856]. 4 p.
Writes that Jonathan Blanchard visited. Mentions that she plans to send a
book to Catherine Blanchard Stoddard. Mentions the new church organ and
that the church called Rev. O. E. Daggett. Mentions the Cattle Show and a
mass meeting in Illinois. Writes about raising money for Kansas
sufferers.
606. Phelps, Fannie (Friend of MB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)].
Northampton, MA; October 7, 1856. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; clipped with letter by Sarah Burt of [Oct 9, 1856?].
Writes about local news and people: the cattle show festivities, keeping
shop for Mrs. Dickinson, a new organ in church, and Annie Abbot's death.
607. Burt, Sarah (Friend of MB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. n.p.;
[October 9, 1856 ?]. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Clipped with Fannie Phelps' letter of October 7, 1856.
Comments on the West. Asks Mary Blanchard (Daughter) to visit.
608. B., Lucy. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Moneek, IA; October 12,
1856. 4 p.
Writes about living in Minnesota. Mentions that many students have left
Knox College. Mentions that her brother died two years ago and mentions
that her father, brother, and sister are dead.
609. Williston, Hannah. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Northampton, MA;
October 14, 1856. 2 p.
Writes about the upcoming cattle show. Mentions that Esther's brother and
father returned from California.
610. Kingsley, Nancy. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Northampton, MA;
October 18, 1856. 4 p.
Writes about the cattle show. Mentions that women take up a good deal of
room with their hoopskirts. Mentions that she went to see a pair of
dwarfs. Writes about a concert at the church. Mentions that Mary
Blanchard (Daughter) handed in a composition she had previously submitted
in another class. Writes about school news.
611. Williston, C. L. (Wife of John P. Williston). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Northampton, MA; November 7, 1856. 4 p.
Writes that Martin Williston is heavily involved in politics. Laments
that John and Bessie Freemont are not to occupy the White House. Mentions
that Dr. Patton was called by the Galesburg church. Says that Dr. Dagget
refused the call of her church. Writes that Hiram Bingham and Minerva
Brewster plan to marry and be missionaries in Micronesia. Mentions that
gas pipes are being placed. Mentions that John P. Williston was pleased
at the results of the election for Representative and Clerk of the Court.
Mentions torchlight processions.
612. Williston, Hannah. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Northampton, MA;
November 7, 1856. 4 p.
Writes about suprise parties. Asks how Jonathan Blanchard feels about the
recent election, indicating that John P. Williston was disappointed, but
says "wait until 1860." Mentions that Mr. Lee's old tin shop is being
fixed up as a school. Mentions Mr. Williston's Sunday School class.
613. Phelps, Fannie (Friend of MB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)].
Northampton, MA; November 15, 1856. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about local news and people: Miss Brewster is to be married, Bill
Kingsley may wed Eva Brown, Mrs. Leeland (who is a large woman) and Sarah
Wells (who is said to be married to her uncle). Writes why she does not
get married. Writes that "Political Fever [is] over at last," and
mentions that Mr. Rose preached four funerals--one for a woman buried in
her wedding dress.614. Kingsley, Nancy. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)].
Northampton, MA;
November 21, 1856. 4 p.
Writes that school is soon to open. Mentions that Charlotte Clark plans
to go West. Writes that she attended the wedding of Hiram Bingham and
Minerva Clark and describes the women's dresses. Writes about suprise
parties. Mentions attending a lecture on John Huss by President [William
A.] Stearns of Amhurst College at the YMCA. Mentions that Henry Ward
Beecher is to deliver the Institute Lectures. Writes about winter hat
fashions and mentions that she plans to teach.
615. Williston, Hannah; Williston, C. L. (Daughter and Wife of John P.
Williston). [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Northampton, MA;
December 6/9, 1856. 4 p.
Hannah writes about Mr. Mitchell's system of discipline at school. Writes
that Henry Ward Beecher spoke at the Institute Lectures, but says that
Mr. Chapin gave a better speech than did Beecher. Writes about suprise
parties. Mrs. Williston relays a message from Eliza.
616. Williston, C. L. (Wife of John P. Williston). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Northampton, MA; December 11, 1856. 4 p.
Writes about sewing and mentions that Minerva Brewster Bingham and Hiram
Bingham's ship was nearly wrecked. Mentions that Miss Wells was married.
Writes that Rev. Perkins and that Judge Hoar died. Writes that the
"spirit for parties" has subsided. Mentions that James Whitney won a
prize in New Haven. Writes about the church choir and mentions that Miss
Brewster married Watson Smith. Says that "prospects in Kansas seem to
brighten" and writes about raising money and sending clothes to that
state.
617. Kingsley, Nancy. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Northampton, MA;
December 13, 1856. 4 p.
Note: Fragment.
Writes that she considers Bob Vail thoughtful, but finds Byron Croom
"rather green in society." Writes about thanksgiving, local and school
news. Mentions that Institute Lectures, saying that many people were
disappointed in Beecher's lectures. Mentions that Mr. Chapin lectured on
Columbus.
618. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Anoka,
MN; December 23, 1856. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about moving to Minnesota, a subscription to erect a church
building, family members, fear that Jonathan Blanchard might get "land
speculating fever," and Buchannan's election.
619. Phelps, Fannie (Friend of MB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)].
Northampton, MA; December 29/30, 1856. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about an Institute Lecture by Mr. Storres on Sir Walter Raleigh,
and a lecture on "The Street" by Mr. Shillabar. Mentions the new vestry
(lit by gas), and a new depot.
620. B., Lucy. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Pleasant Grove, Minnesota
Territory; January 18, 1857. 4 p.
Writes that she thinks Mary Blanchard (Daughter) is getting wild. Invites
Mary Blanchard (Daughter) to teach school in Minnesota. Writes about
singing school and teachers' salaries. Compares _Dred_ to _Uncle Tom's
Cabin_.
621. Williston, C. L. (Wife of John P. Williston). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Northampton, MA; January 31, 1857. 4 p.
Writes about Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s birthday party and a college
girls' party. Writes of the possibility of a festival or concert to raise
money for a new church organ. Mentions a Baptist Society fundraiser.
Mentions that Mr. West sold out and a new chapel was dedicated. Writes
that "Aaron Breck's wife dined on roast turkey and has been sick ever
since." Writes about her daily routine. Mentions that sunlight is valued
in room in Rome. Mentions that Alice Whitney is "indulging a hope.".
622. Williston, Hannah. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Northampton, MA;
January 31, 1857. 4 p.
Writes about gas lighting and mentions that Amhurst College burned.
Writes about local people.
623. Phelps, Fannie (Friend of MAB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)].
Northampton, MA; February 9, 1857. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
On the anniversary of her sister's death, she writes about local people
and news, spring floods, and mentions that Lyman and Charles Kingsley
hired a seat together in church. Writes that Mr. Hancock from Amhurst
preached. Writes that T. Barths (an old man) married Fannie Strong (a
young woman).
624. Williston, Martin L. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Northampton,
MA; February 14, 1857. 5 p.
Writes that William Blanchard visited the Williston family and talked
much. Apologizes for his behavior toward Mary Blanchard (Daughter).
Mentions that his sister had a baby and writes about gas lighting. Says
that he thinks Illinois ought to be ashamed for voting for James Buchanan
and mentions that the Massachusetts vote went anti-slavery, i.e. John C.
Fremont. Mentions that prizes are to be awarded for declaimations at an
upcoming exhibition.
625. Blanchard, Samuel (Brother of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Milford,
OH; February 23, 1857. 2 p.
Note: Writes that he will abide by Jonathan Blanchard's judgement in land
speculation and mentions that he joined the Methodist church. Writes
about winter church meetings.
626. Phelps, Fannie (Friend of MB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)].
Northampton, MA; February 28, 1857. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Asks Mary Blanchard (Daughter) about a "gent." Writes about temperence
meetings, music for piano, diseases, local news and people.
627. Sanderson, Mary L. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; March 6, 1857. 1
p.
Note: RPFC.
Invitation to a social gathering.
628. Blanchard, Mary; Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Daughter and wife of JB).
[Letter to Ann Bent]. Galesburg, IL; March 9, 1857. 4 p.
Miss Mary writes that she hopes Ann and George W. Bent will move to the
West. Mentions that she expects to teach school in Monmouth, IL. Mentions
that she attended an oyster supper and Carrie Wells' birthday party, at
which there were 150 guests. Mentions that she has made eight pairs of
shoes. Mrs. Blanchard, writing at a later date, writes that Mary
Blanchard (Daughter) is teaching and Jonathan Blanchard is preaching an
installation sermon. Invites George W. Bent and Ann to visit.
629. Blanchard, Mary; Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Daughter of JB and MAB and
Wife of JB). [Letter to Anne Bent]. n.p.; March 9, 1857. 4 p.
Miss Mary writes that she hopes Anne and Joseph Avery Bent will settle in
the West. Writes about her studies and mentions that she hopes to teach
school. Mrs. Blanchard writes about Joseph Avery Bent moving to Illinois.
Mentions that Jonathan Blanchard is ill and sends $5.
630. Williston, Martin L. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Northampton,
MA; March 20, 1857. 4 p.
Writes that he is ill with measles. Mentions that he desires to attend
Knox College. Hopes that Mary Blanchard (Daughter) will not be an old
maid and writes about the school exhibiton prizes.
631. B., Lucy. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Pleasant Grove, Minnesota
Territory; March 22, 1857. 4 p.
Writes that a "donation" was held for Raston. Says that she is not in
love with Aaron. Writes that she wants Mary Blanchard (Daughter) to have
her ambrotype taken.
632. Williston, Hannah. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Northampton, MA;
March 30, 1857. 4 p.
Says that Mr. Mitchell forbade writing paper in class, except for
compositions. Writes about the school exhibition. Mentions cases of
scarlet fever at South Hadley Seminary. Sends school and local news,
including the fact that Charlotte Clark married a man with four
grandchildren.
633. Phelps, Fannie (Friend of MB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)].
Northampton, MA; April 7, 1857. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about her [commencement?], a present of a watch, piano music,
temperance meetings, local news and people.
634. Converse, Ellen, W.; Durant, Julia. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)].
Northampton, MA; April 8, 1857. 4 p.
Write that they attended a party at Carrie Waters'. Mention the school
exhibition and hoopskirts.
635. Williston, C. L. (Wife of John P. Williston). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Northampton, MA; April 9, 1857. 4 p.
Writes that she visited Mrs. Boris to collect money for the pulpit.
Mentions that the church gave a call to Mr. Martin, but his church
increased his salary and voted him other benefits. Mentions that Mrs.
Prof. Stoddard has a sewing machine.
636. Williston, Martin L. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Northampton,
MA; April 9, 1857. 4 p.
Writes that he thinks Mary Blanchard (Daughter) ought to mention the
equity of rulers in her essay " and give the new administration a heavy
blow." Says that he thinks the new administration will be " a series of
failures." Mentions James Buchanan's Kansas appointments. Mentions the
election of Cameron from Pennsylvania. Mentions Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)'s "danger of celibacy." Writes about suprise parties and says
that he has not heard Horace Mann lecture. Writes that the Seminary
Building at Easthampton burned down. Mentions that Clara is "indulging a
hope" and mentions that Mary Blanchard (Daughter) abandoned her fancy of
getting married at age 17.
637. Kingsley, Nancy. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Northampton, MA;
April 18, 1857. 4 p.
Writes about a day of fasting and mentions that Mr. Hall and Pres.
Stearns preached. Writes that Shalberg gave a concert in the town hall.
Writes about the Dorcas Society and the school exhibition. Writes about
local people.
638. Bent, Mary P. (Sister-in-Law of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Anoka, MN; April 24, 1857. 1 p.
Sends a collar and mentions that George W. Bent is attending an
Association Meeting.
639. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; April 27, [1857]. 2 p.
Writes that Jonathan Blanchard went to two Sabbath meetings and got
chilled. Mentions that Mr. Benham died and Mr. Tyler preached. Mentions
that Jonathan Blanchard was invited to preach an ordination sermon in
Amboy. Says that Hannah Bent Tyner Pettengill's house nearly burned down.
640. Cook, Maria Blanchard; Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughters of JB and
MAB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. n.p.; April 28, 1857. 3 p.
Maria writes about local people, mentioning that Breta received a letter
from Sweden and that Mr. Tyler preached about death. Catherine writes
that Jonathan Blanchard is "troubled" about affairs at Knox College.
Mentions that she found 55 pins and 7 needles in Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)'s room.
641. Clark, Catherine Dunning (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. New Haven, CT; April 30, [1857]. 4 p.
Writes that Mary Blanchard (Daughter) plans to teach school. Writes about
the junior exhibition and Joseph Avery Bent's "new colony to Egypt."
Mentions that she is reading _Dred_. Mentions that Mr. Kingsley became a
spiritualist. Writes about receiving two wedding cards, one from a friend
to be married to the governor of Tennessee. Asks Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)'s opinion of Mt. Holyoke Seminary. Mentions that she detests
hoops and asks about Western dress.
642. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of Jonathan Blanchard). [Letter to Mary
Blanchard (Daughter)]. n.p.; [May 1, 1857]. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Dated "Friday Morn".
Writes about Mary and Nora's departure and says that she will send a
bonnet.643. Blanchard, Mary (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Catherine
Blanchard
Stoddard]. Monmouth, IL; May 2/4, 1857. 2 p.
Writes about the school routine, mentioning the pupils' recess. Asks
Catherine Blanchard Stoddard to send newspapers to Samuel Caldwell.
644. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. n.p.; May 4, 1857. 1 p.
Forwards a letter. Says he is to attend a faculty meeting. Hopes Mary
Blanchard (Daughter) will "do something for Christ.".
645. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; May 9, 1857. 2 p.
Writes that he got Mary Blanchard (Daughter) a watch. Cautions against
"riding out with some young gentleman." Writes that the Amhurst Catalog
arrived for Mary Blanchard (Daughter).
646. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; May 13, 1857. 2 p.
Writes that the Association met in Galesburg. Cautions against riding
alone with a young man. Says Jonathan Blanchard is to attend a State
Association meeting. Writes about Mrs. Ladd, a former missionary to
Smyrna. Mentions Susan Grant's wedding.
647. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Lisbon, [IA]; May 20, 1857. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the church trial of a wayward minister.
648. Blanchard, William Walter (Brother of JB). [Letter to Joseph Avery Bent].
Prospect City, IL; May 24, 1857. 3 p.
Writes about his future plans. Writes that he established a church in
Urbana and writes of the prospects of founding a church in Centralia.
Says that his wife died and he has remarried a widow with four children.
Mentions that Selima Blanchard Allen and two nieces are living with him.
Mentions that he saw a notice of Joseph Avery Bent's enterprise [the
Hoyleton colony] in the _Congregational Herald_. Writes that he desires to
buy a small farm and asks questions about land, climate, etc.
Oversized.
649. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; May 27, 1857. 2 p.
Writes that he is to preach in Roseville for Dea. Dilley. Writes about
sending a watch to Mary Blanchard (Daughter).
650. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Blanchard (Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; May 27, [1857]. 4 p.
Writes that she may visit Galva, IL.
651. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Blanchard (Daughter)]. n.p.; [ca. June 1857]. 2 p.
Writes that Jonathan Blanchard is in the midst of commencement work.
652. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Blanchard (Daughter)]. n.p.; [ca. June 1857]. 3 p.
Writes that she is not sorry she was raised in a large family.653. Blanchard,
Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; June 3, 1857. 1 p.
Says he would like to preach in Mr. Whitman's church. Writes about the
melodeon being fixed.
654. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. n.p.; June 5, 1857. 1 p.
Writes that Francis Westfall is to buy a hen from Maria Blanchard Cook.
655. Phelps, Fannie (Friend of MB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)].
Northampton, MA; June 5, 1857. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about local news and people, including Hannah and her large hoops.
656. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Blanchard (Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; June 6, 1857. 2 p.
Writes about a trip to Galva and local people.
657. Bent, Joseph Avery (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Duquoin, IL; June 12, 1857. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about land warrants in Iowa, and a Colony near Hoyleton [IL].
658. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Blanchard (Daughter)]. n.p.; June 15, 1857. 4 p.
Mentions scarlet fever and small pox in Swedish towns "where plagues
usually come from." Mentions that Nora Blanchard Kellogg had "the scarlet
rash." Writes that the almanac predicted the Judgement Day, causing
Charles A. Blanchard and Williston Blanchard to run to their Bibles
during a great storm. Mentions that the church was painted and papered.
659. Crocker, Abbie Welles. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Maron, [ ]; June
18, 1857. 1 p.
Writes that her mother is in the east and unable to accept an
invitiation.
660. Bent, Joseph Avery (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
DuQuoin, IL; June 27, 1857. 2 p.
Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to forward a package. He is occupied with
colony matters as new colonists are expected, and he preaches every other
week.
661. Bent, Joseph Avery (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Centralia, IL; July 2, 1857. 2 p.
Heard that Jonathan Blanchard resigned presidency of Knox College.
Describes work in the colony.
662. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Auoka, MN; July 4, 1857. 3 p.
Writes about moving to Auoka. Asks for a land warrant and says that
George W. Bent selected a claim for her.663. Kingsley, Nancy. [Letter to Mary
Blanchard (Daughter)]. Northampton, MA;
July 7, 1857. 4 p.
Writes about the 4th of July celebration. Mentions that Mr. Mitchell is
not going to keep school any more. Says that Miss Crane plans to attend
college and comments that it seems strange for a woman to do so. Mentions
that Mr. Sinclair addressed a Temperance Convention. Mentions that Jones
and Newell plan to attend Yale College. Mentions that the Hon. Edward
Everett lectured and that George Kingsley played the organ.
664. Allen, Selima Blanchard. [Letter to [Jonathan Blanchard]]. North Fork, IL;
July 14, 1857. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes a letter of encouragement, having heard of the Knox College
difficulties. Says that Mary Stearns was planning to attend Knox, but
may not, and asks Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s opinion.
665. Williston, C. L. (Wife of John P. Williston). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Northampton, MA; July 16, 1857. 4 p.
Writes about the difficulties at Knox College. Mentions that Samuel
Williston is "making his place magnificent." Says that Lyman Wiliston
plans to marry Miss Gale. Says that John P. Williston was benefited by
drinking Congress Water. Writes about local news and family members.
666. Williston, Hannah. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Northampton, MA;
July 16, 1857. 4 p.
Writes that Mr. Mitchell and Miss Crane will no longer be teaching and
that Mitchell is "deranged." Mentions that Mr. Marshall, a "young,
handsome and unmarried" man is to be the new teacher. Mentions a fire at
the Hampshire Foundry in which Mr. Clapp and Mr. Wright were injured.
667. Bent, Joseph Avery (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
DuQuoin, IL; July 20, 1857. 4 p.
Writes that he harvested wheat. Says Dr. [Edward] Beecher is to expose
the doings of the [Knox College] trustees. Writes that he may come to
Galesburg. Describes progress of the colony. Says his wife's Uncle
Farrar drowned in the St. Lawrence when he was a passenger on the
_Montreal_. Writes that he plans to establish a college. Writes that a
fugitive slave was shot and decapitated in [Perry] County.
668. Phelps, Fannie (Friend of MB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)].
Northampton, MA; August 7, 1857. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Mentions birth of Cyrus L. Blanchard. Writes about church members
fasting and praying for a new minister, S. Williston's adopted son
Lyman's "isms" and marriage, Hannah and her hoops, a comet, Lyman's
moustache, and Mrs. Kellogg's singing in church. Gives local news.
669. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Ann Bent]. Middlebury,
VT; August 15, 1857. 2 p.
Writes that Joseph Bent suffered a "breach." Mentions that she is seeking
a domestic servant. Mentions the birth of Sophie Nichols. Sends a
clipping of an article by Mr. Beecher concerning Knox College.
670. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; August 24, 1857. 3 p.
Note: Additional note attached from Catherine Avery Bent to Mary Bent
Blanchard, ca. August 24, 1857.
Writes about the birth of Cyrus Louis Blanchard. Mentions having
received a paper containing Jonathan Blanchard's statement and memorial
from the alumni. Says that she saw Dr. [Edward] Beecher's letter in
Chicago _Herald_. Mentions the birth of [Sophie May Nichols]. Writes about
the Middlebury College Commencement and Arthur Bent's plans to enter Yale
College. Writes that Mrs. Conant's son joined Walker's Army.
671. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
n.p.; ca. August 24, 1857. 3 p.
Note: Attached to letter from Catherine Avery Bent to Mary Bent Blanchard
on August 24, 1857.
May send a [Middlebury College] commencement program.
672. Williston, Martin L. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Northampton,
MA; August 24, 1857. 6 p.
Writes about his plans for the future and his desire to go west. Mentions
the Mary Blanchard (Daughter) is writing an essay. Mentions that he has
grown 5 inches and that the 11th regiment plans to hold a muster. Writes
that Jonathan Blanchard was reinstated at Knox College.
673. Williston, C. L. (Wife of John P. Williston). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Northampton, MA; September 3, 1857. 4 p.
Writes about Jonathan Blanchard's reinstatement at Knox College. Mentions
new buildings, that Mary Blanchard (Daughter) plans to teach school, and
that the church is seeking a new minister. Writes that she took a trip to
Saratoga Springs and Clarenden Springs. Says that she met Mr. Ware, a
Knox College alumnus. Mentions that Daniel Kingsley was beaten by three
Irishmen and that three Northampton boys were sent to reform school.
Mentions that Mary Wells graduated from Dartmouth College and that Dr.
Walker's house was bought by Dr. Fish.
674. Williston, John P. (Benefactor of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Northampton, MA; September 8, 1857. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Knox College trouble, an injunction against Jonathan
Blanchard by Gale party, a satanic agency which he sees at work in
Galesburg, seizure of liquor, and his giving $100.00.
675. Williston, C. L. (Wife of John P. Williston). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. n.p.; [September 17, 1857]. 2 p.
Mentions Jonathan Blanchard's troubles with Knox College. Mentions Mr.
Beecher's opinion of George Gale.
676. Williston, Martin L. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Northampton,
MA; September 17, 1857. 3 p.
Says that he is not writing love-letters to Ellen Parsons, but he might
before he finishes college. Writes that he desires to attend Knox
College. Mentions Jonathan Blanchard's troubles with George Gale.
Mentions the question of admitting the territory of New Mexico to the
Union.
677. Phelps, Fannie (Friend of MB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)].
Northampton, MA; September 20, 1857. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about local people and events. Writes about learning oriental
painting and leather work, riding in a steam car, and a muster.
678. Williston, Hannah (Friend of MB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)].
n.p.; September 21, 1857. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about local people and news, her studies, and remembers getting
"fixed up and dismissed from school." Comments that Mary Blanchard
(Daughter) expects to be married soon.
679. Caldwell, Lizzie. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Farmington, IL;
September 22, [1857]. 3 p.
Writes that she hopes to visit Galesburg. Mentions people going to hear
"the speeches." Asks for information about "a handsome young man of
Chicago and his progress with the 'school marm.'".
680. Blanchard, Mary Ann (CLB's wife). [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)].
Schroon Lake, NY; September 23, 1857. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about how Cyrus Lewis Blanchard was once thought to be "an
incorrigible bachelor," and her "winning" of him. Also writes about Mary
Blanchard (Daughter)'s romantic pursuits.
681. Clark, Catherine Dunning (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. South Hadley, MA; October 2, [1857 ?]. 3 p.
Writes that she is attending Mt. Holyoke Seminary, mentioning the
examinations. Sends thanks for Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s picture and
mentions that Mary Blanchard (Daughter) is considering going to the East.
682. Kingsley, Nancy. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Northampton, MA;
October 2, 1857. 4 p.
Writes about the new fine-looking, unmarried teacher. Mentions that Mary
Blanchard (Daughter) is considering attending Yale College's
commencement. Mentions that George Wells desires to correspond with her.
Mentions the lack of men in Northampton. Mentions that the insane assylum
building is nearly completed. Writes that she attended a dance and that
the cattle show is coming soon.
683. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Anoka, MN; October 2, 1857. 4 p.
Says the Church Society decided not to continue to employ George W. Bent.
Writes that she is thinking of going to Egypt. George W. Bent is to
attend a conference of Churches at Prescott.
684. B., Lucy. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Dixon, IL; October 10,
1857. 4 p.
Comments on Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s picture and writes about her
visit to Galesburg. Mentions "mite socials" in Dixon and asks Jonathan
Blanchard to sign her album. Mentions that Aaron is studying law.
685. Stearns, Cordelia (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Urbana, IL; October 10, 1857. 4 p.
Writes about family members and her conversion to Christianity.
686. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; October 13, 1857. 4 p.
Writes that she is following the events at Knox College in the papers.
Mentions the births of Cyrus Louis Blanchard and Sophie Nichols. Mentions
that G. M. Nichols plans to go to the South in the winter. Mentions a
commercial panic in New York City. Writes that Henry Ward Beecher
delivered a speech which was reported upon in the papers.
687. Williston, Martin L. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Northampton,
MA; October 18, 1857. 4 p.
Writes that his father [John P. Williston] made him read his letter to
Mary Blanchard (Daughter) aloud. Says that he feels restrained at home.
Mentions Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s essay as being "unsuccessful."
Mentions Jonathan Blanchard's troubles at Knox College. Writes that he
fears treachery in the Kansas elections. Says that he does not plan to
smoke while at college, but makes no promises about love-letters.
Mentions the Cattle Show.
688. B., Lucy. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Dixon, IL; October 19,
1857. 3 p.
Writes about the synod meeting in Dixon. Writes about the sociables at
Mrs. Flagg's and asks Mary Blanchard (Daughter) to burn her letter.
689. Kingsley, Nancy. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Northampton, MA;
October 25, [1857]. 4 p.
Writes that Pres. [William A.] Stearns of Amhurst College preached and
mentions that the church is seeking a minister. Mentions that many ladies
attended a political meeting. Asks if the hard times are felt in
Galesburg. Mentions that Christina Foley died: a Catholic buried in the
Protestant cemetary. Discusses her Saturday and Sunday evening routines.
Mentions the Cattle Show.
690. Phelps, Fannie (Friend of MB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)].
Northampton, MA; October 25, 1857. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about hard times, the cattle show, and local events and people.
691. Williston, Hannah. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Northampton, MA;
October 27, [1857]. 4 p.
Writes that Christina Foley died of Typhoid. Writes about a
congregational meeting for the purpose of calling a minister. Mentions a
concert to benefit G. Kingsley. Mentions that she expects to go away.
692. Parsons, Julia; Parsons, Ellen. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)].
Northampton, MA; November 1, 1857. 3 p.
Write that they are no longer working in the shop due to hard times.
Write that they think Mary Blanchard (Daughter) is wise to wait four
years before marrying. Mentions that "the proprieter" is growing
whiskers. Mention learning Oriental painting.
693. B., Lucy. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Pleasant Grove, Minnesota
Territory; November 9, 1857. 4 p.
Writes about moving to Minnesota Territory and dreading the winters
there. Mentions that Celia's husband edits _The Squatter Sovereign_. Writes
about social events and mentions that Alice had her jewelry stolen.694. Peck,
George B. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. St. Paul, MN; November 21,
1857. 2 p.
Writes about teaching. Thanks Jonathan Blanchard for hospitality. Says
he read of the Jonathan Blanchard-Gale controversy in the papers.
695. B., Lucy. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Pleasant Grove, Minnesota
Territory; November 30, [1857 ?]. 4 p.
Writes that she wants Mary Blanchard (Daughter) to come to Pleasant
Grove. Mentions that Henry McArthur left Mary Blanchard (Daughter).
696. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Joseph Avery Bent and Ann
Bent]. Middlebury, VT; November 30, 1857. 4 p.
Writes that Kittie [Dunning] is delighted with Mt. Holyoke Seminary and
that Mary Narcissa Bent gave up a plan to winter in the South due to the
hard times. Mentions that she got a barrel of poor flour and that Samuel
Bent (brother) gave $10 to her and Samuel Bent (father). Mentions that
Horatio Seymour died.
697. Williston, Martin L. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Northampton,
MA; November 30, 1857. 3 p.
Writes about the new school term. Mentions that Jonathan Blanchard does
not intend to keep the presidency of Knox College. Mentions that Prof.
Hudson of Oberlin College is on an agency for the AMA.
698. Labaree, Benjamin (President of Middlebury College). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Middlebury, VT; December 4, 1857. 1 p.
Writes about the death of Samuel Bent.
699. Phelps, Fannie (Friend of MB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)].
Northampton, MA; December 4, 1857. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the shop closing because of hard times. Mentions that Mr.
Singmaster is worth $1/2 million, and gives local news.
700. Williston, C. L. (Wife of John P. Williston). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Northampton, MA; December 14, 1857. 4 p.
Mentions that Mary Blanchard (Daughter) is preparing to graduate.
Mentions that Charles Beecher left Knox College. Mentions a visit from
Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s uncle. Writes about hard times and says that
the Greenville factory is out of operation.
701. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; December 25, 1857. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Describes the death, funeral, and estate settling of Samuel Bent,
including the ministrations of the doctors and post-mortem. Mentions
that Horatio Seymour and Julius Beckwith died.
702. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
n.p.; [1850-1858]. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Asks Jonathan Blanchard to get writing paper, raisins, and loaf sugar.
Writes that the Baptist meetings are well-attended.
703. Henchley, M. S. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. n.p.; [1858]. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Filed in 1858 by RPF.
Invites Mary Blanchard (Daughter) and Catherine Blanchard Stoddard to a
social event.
704. Dunning, Catherine Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
New Haven, CT; January 7, 1858. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the death of Samuel Bent (Mary Bent Blanchard's father).
Asks Mary Bent Blanchard and Jonathan Blanchard to sign a court order
regarding the sale of the property. Mentions that it is "a bad time to
dispose of machinery.".
705. Rodgers, Belle I. (Friend of MB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)].
Monmouth, IL; January 12, 1858. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Eliza Paine marrying Calvin Rodgers, the wedding party, an
"infair" for another wedding, church activities, and mentions that
Jonathan Blanchard is to address the graduates.
706. Stearns, Cordelia (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. 10 Mile Grove, IL; January 12, 1858. 3 p.
Writes about a suprise party and fears that she may have comsumption.
707. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; January 26, 1858. 3 p.
Writes that she plans to have her picture taken for Miss Green. Writes
that she desires to teach and that she had an opportunity to buy a watch.
708. [Letter to [Mary Blanchard (Daughter)?]]. Galesburg, IL; January 29, 1858.
1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Invitation to a social event.
709. Parsons, Julia; Parsons, Ellen. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)].
Northampton, MA; January 30, 1858. 4 p.
Writes about a New Year's celebration and John P. Williston's ink
business. Mentions that Frank H. grew homely and that Mary Blanchard
(Daughter) mentioned going to Kansas.
710. Williston, Hannah. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Northampton, MA;
January 30, [1858]. 4 p.
Note: Torn.
Writes that Mary Blanchard (Daughter) graduated. Mentions a party at a
mansion to which 250 were invited. Writes that Mr. Crane was given the
proceeds of a festival held in the town hall. Writes about New Year's
presents and mentions that Mr. Eddy preached. Writes that there is to be
an exhibition at the High School and that the factory was shut down.
711. Phelps, Fannie (Friend of MB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)].
Northampton, MA; February 7, 1858. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Mr. Eddy being called to minister, spiritualism, Hannah's
"looks," and local news.
712. Clark, Catherine Dunning (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. South Hadley, MA; February 10, 1858. 4 p.
Writes that she plans to have her daguerrotype taken and gives a
description of herself. Writes about Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s love
troubles and her beau. Mentions "awful times" at Yale College. Writes
that some girls were nearly expelled for a charade of raising the spirit
of Miss Lyons.
713. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Prospect City, IL; February 13, 1858. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Encourages Mary Blanchard (Daughter) to "make her mark" in the world.
Writes about teaching positions.
Oversized.
714. Ford, Mollie L. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Viola, IL; February
15, 1858. 4 p.
Mentions that Jonathan Blanchard performed the wedding ceremony for her
sister. Writes that her trip to Viola was enlivened by the stage driver's
tales. Asks if Mary Blanchard (Daughter) and "Peter" quarrel.
715. Blanchard, Mary (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to "Cordie" [Cordelia
Stearns]]. Galesburg, IL; February 23, 1858. 2 p.
Note: Sent with letter from Mary Blanchard (Daughter) to Selima Blanchard
Allen on February 23, 1858.
Writes about Commencement and Examinations, the senior class at Knox
being a poor one, and letter writing.
716. Blanchard, Mary (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Selima Blanchard
Allen]. Galesburg, IL; February 23, 1858. 2 p.
Note: Sends letter to Cordelia Stearns on February 23, 1858, attached to
this one.
Writes that she finished college. Writes about a toothache for which she
is taking laudanum. Writes that she will not be able to teach in Urbana.
Writes about Jonathan Blanchard's financial difficulties.
717. Williston, C. L. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Northampton, MA;
March 4, 1858. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Mentions a poem of Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s to be published in _The
[Christian] Era_. Writes that skating is the chief amusement, two young
ladies who fell through ice, Sarah Stoddard whose foot froze, and
"Colored Delia." Gives news of local events and people.
2nd Parties.
718. Stearns, Cordelia (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. 10 Mile Grove, IL; March 6, 1858. 2 p.
Writes that she is considering teaching school in Indiana.
719. Williston, Martin L. (Friend of MB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)].
Northampton, MA; March 6, 1858. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about his opinion of lawyers. Mentions that he is done with high
school. Writes that Daniel Kingsley was given a Bible by the Sunday
School and mentions that his speech is to be published. Mentions that
"The Merchant of Venice" is to be produced as an exhibition. Gives his
school plans.
720. B., Lucy. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Pleasant Grove, Minnesota
Territory; March 8, 1858. 4 p.
Writes that she wishes Mary Blanchard (Daughter) would start a select
school. Mentions that the school is preparing an exhibition. Writes that
a lodge of Templars was founded and that she is Deputy Marshall, while
her parents are Vice President and Secretary. Writes that "some people do
not believe in [temperance lodges]." Writes of religious revival in the
area and among the Camelites. Writes about the beliefs of the Camelites.
Writes about valentines.
721. Phelps, Fannie. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Northampton, MA;
April 3, 1858. 4 p.
Writes about a revival, mentioning that she is among "the hopeful in
Christ.".
722. Kingsley, Nancy (Friend of MB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)].
Northampton, MA; April 5, 1858. 3 p.
Writes of her conversion experience and of friends who have "experienced
religion." Mentions daily prayer meetings and her plans to teach school.
723. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to
Williston Blanchard]. n.p.; [ca. May 1858]. 1 p.
Writes that she has a Charlie in her school, but no Willie and promises
to bring him a present.
724. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; May 1, 1858. 2 p.
Writes about the election of Carter to [Knox College] Board in a divided
vote, about popular amusements, about Maria Blanchard Cook having joined
the church, and about possibly selling a quarter section to Samuel
Blanchard.
725. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Stephen A. Douglas]. Galesburg, IL; May 1, 1858. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Expresses approval of Douglas' Anti-Lecompton speech. Indicates his
support for Douglas, but says "I wish you were a Christian.".
726. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Stephen A. Douglas]. Galesburg, IL; May 1, 1858. 2 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Says he read and approves of Dougles' Anti-Lecompton Speech. Writes
about the Fugitive Slave Act, the repeal of Missouri Line, favoring
Douglas' return to the Senate and election as President. Wishes Douglas
were a Christian.
727. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; May 4, 1858. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about revivals in Middlebury and Galesburg. Says that the
Episcopalians and Catholics are "aloof." Writes about the settling of
[Samuel Bent's] estate. Gives local and family news.
728. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Lewis Tappan]. Ottawa, IL; May 4, 1858. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Writes about Missionary Society Relations, the tendency to take
collections for two associations: one home, another foreign.
729. Williston, Martin L. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. n.p.; May 6,
1858. 4 p.
Writes that he plans to work, attend Mr. Dudley's school, and attend
Amherst College. Writes about the recent revival and his plans to join
the church. Mentions that Mr. Eddy lectures to the young converts and
that Jonathan Blanchard plans to leave Knox College.
730. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; May 10, 1858. 1 p.
Note: Letters attached from Maria Blanchard Cook to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter), May 11, 1858, and from Mary Bent Blanchard to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter), ca. May 11, 1858.
Relates his thoughts on selling his land. Reminds her to write to
Blandinville about a Seminary. Writes about preaching.
731. Craven, Katie. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Winfield, [IL?]; May
10, 1858. 4 p.
Writes that she is considering teaching. Mentions that she had a dream in
which all of her classmates were married, but she was not.
732. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. n.p.; ca. May 11, 1858. 1 p.
Note: Attached to a letter from Jonathan Blanchard to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter), May 10, 1858. Also attached is a letter from Maria Blanchard
Cook to Mary Blanchard (Daughter), May 11, 1858.
Writes about a revival in Middlebury.
733. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; May 11, 1858. 1 p.
Note: Attached with letter from Jonathan Blanchard to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter), May 10, 1858. Also attached is a letter from Mary Bent
Blanchard to Mary Blanchard (Daughter), ca. May 11, 1858.
Writes that Sonora Blanchard Kennedy and Julia Blanchard Fischer broke
the wagon handle, and that Mr. Cass preached.
734. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Blanchard (Daughter)]. North Fork, IL; May 15, 1858. 1 p.
Writes that she is teaching school for $15/month and asks Mary Blanchard
(Daughter) to send money.
735. Clark, Catherine Dunning (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. South Hadley, MA; May 19, 1858. 4 p.
Writes about moving day at Mt. Holyoke Seminary. Writes about her
roommate and summer activities. Says that she will send her picture.
736. Williston, C. L. (Wife of John P. Williston). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Northampton, MA; May 24, 1858. 4 p.
Writes about Jonathan Blanchard's difficulties at Knox College and
mentions a "frightful tornado" which destroyed Edward Beecher's church.
Writes about religious interest and conversions. Mentions a private
school merged with a boarding school.
737. Rodgers, Belle I. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Monmouth, IL; May
25, 1858. 4 p.
Writes that her colored servant left her service to join her husband who
had bought his freedom. Mentions that Harvey Curtis is to succeed
Jonathan Blanchard as President of Knox College. Mentions a storm which
blew down trees.
738. Eaton, Louisa M. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; May
31, 1858. 3 p.
Writes about a tornado which destroyed Edward Beecher's church. Mentions
that Carrie Edgerton's brother died.
739. Clark, Catherine Dunning (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. South Hadley, MA; June 3/9, 1858. 3 p.
Writes about her room and says that she will send her picture.
740. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Lewis Tappan]. Galesburg, IL; June 4, 1858. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Sends $10.00. Writes that missionary matters are "in a very feeble way"
in Galesburg, that people are used to two missionary collections, that he
wishes for an understanding.
741. Blanchard, Mary (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard and
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Prospect City, IL; June 12, 1858. 8 p.
Writes that floods have prevented the mail's arrival. Writes about
teaching school, about Mr. Patton's daughters, about giving melodeon
lessons, about her finances and expenditures, and about Mr. Patton's
Anti-Slavery. Mentions that Mr. Patton has African blood in him. Writes
about Williston Blanchard's death.
742. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. North Fork, IL; June 15, 1858. 4 p.
Writes that she misses being home. Writes about teaching school. Gives
reasons why she has not united with a church.
743. B., Lucy. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Fillmore, MN; June 16,
1858. 4 p.
Writes about teaching school and mentions that Aaron grew a beard. Asks
about Josie and Nettie.
744. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; June 17, 1858. 4 p.
Writes that he is depressed. Says that he is writing a Baccalaureate
Sermon. Advises Mary Blanchard (Daughter) to rent a watch. Gives advice
on saving money, and talks about debts. Says, "I never knew a person
regret putting off marriage." Describes strife in the [Knox] College
board. Says Mr. Curtis is to be inaugurated the new President of Knox
College. Describes the unhappy early life of William W. Blanchard, and
cautions Mary Blanchard (Daughter) against talking about her relatives
negatively.
745. Blanchard, Mary (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard
and Jonathan Blanchard]. Prospect City, IL; June 22, 1858. 6 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about friends and family members, Williston Blanchard's death,
traveling to Prospect City, and saving money. Mentions that she is
considering buying a watch and writes of her plans to marry [Samuel]
Caldwell.
746. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Blanchard (Daughter)]. North Fork, IL; June 22, 1858. 2 p.
Writes about the death of Williston Blanchard.
747. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard and
Jonathan Blanchard]. Middlebury, VT; June 25, 1858. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about a man seeking Jonathan Blanchard's autograph, the death of
Williston Blanchard, and settling [Samuel Bent's] estate. Mentions
selling the Woodland, and that the Homestead was appraised at $1400.00.
Mentions a Methodist ministers' conference.
748. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; June 26, 1858. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Mr. Bascom and Phelps (who spent the night) and having the
Senior classes to tea. Tells Mary Blanchard (Daughter) not to buy
jewelry, and gives advice on money. Writes about [Knox College]
Commencement, mentioning that Jonathan Blanchard made a speech after Mr.
[Harvey] Curtis' inaugural. Writes about mourning dress and the death of
Williston Blanchard.
749. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. n.p.; July, 1858. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about local people and Jonathan Blanchard's horses.
750. Blanchard, Jonathan (Ex-President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Malden, IL; July 1, 1858. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives farm instructions; says he is going to Mr. [Flavel?] Bascom's to
see the _Congressional Herald_, that Mr. Hitchcock wants him to speak in
Knoxville, and that [James] Knox and [John G.] Sandburn are writing
"squibs" against him.
751. Blanchard, Mary (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Prospect City, IL; July 7, 1858. 4 p.
Writes that she does not think she will need a watch. Waxes sentimental
over a visit from Samuel Caldwell. Writes about dresses and teaching
music. Mentions the death of Williston Blanchard. Writes a note of
encouragement to Jonathan Blanchard and mentions a 4th of July
celebration.
752. Caldwell, Lizzie. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Farmington, IL;
July 7, 1858. 3 p.
Asks for information on Samuel Caldwell's whereabouts. Mentions that she
attended Knox College's commencement with J. D. Wycoff.
753. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Blanchard (Daughter)]. North Fork, IL; July 8, 1858. 4 p.
Writes that her earrings turned black and asks if she can sell them.
Mentions that she was ill.
754. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Ottawa, IL). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. n.p.; ca. July 16, 1858. 1 p.
Note: Sent with letter from Mary Bent Blanchard to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter), dated July 16, 1858.
Says he is to go to Malden.
755. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; July 16, 1858. 2 p.
Note: Note attached from Jonathan Blanchard to Mary Blanchard (Daughter),
ca. July 16, 1858.
Writes about winter skirts. Tells Mary Blanchard (Daughter) not to
indulge in any folly.
756. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Ottawa, IL). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; July 22, 1858. 4 p.
Writes that [Samuel] Caldwell visited and expresses pleasure that
Caldwell decided for a Christian life. Describes situation at Knox
College, saying that Mr. Curtis is the new President. Writes about the
new appointments, that the College is considering skipping two student's
junior years in order to make a senior class, and that "The College must
be in a miserable condition for a time." Writes about Dr. Bunce's lame
daughter. Relates his concern over his own affairs, that he plans to
continue in Galesburg as a farmer and minister. Mentions that several
churches desire his services, and that he has received invitations to be
a minister in Princeton, [IL], and in Pittsfield, MA. Writes that he is
to preach in the 1st Church of Chicago and in Bro. Roy's Church, and that
he was appointed to lectureship in Chicago. Asks for Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)'s advice. Compliments her on not purchasing a watch. Writes
about Williston Blanchard's death.
757. Williston, John P. (Benefactor of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Northampton, MA; July 23, 1858. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Encourages Jonathan Blanchard to take a pulpit in Pittsfield [MA].
758. B., Lucy (Friend of MB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Fillmore,
MN; August 8, 1858. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about teaching, wages, a preacher named Blake, and a lumber man
named Aaron.
759. Page, P. L. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Pittsfield, MA; August 10,
1858. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Invites Jonathan Blanchard to fill their pulpit, saying "We believe there
is a work for you here to do, and hope nothing may arise to prevent your
coming." Also says that he is calling a meeting of the society.
760. Blanchard, Jonathan (Ex-President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; August 16, 1858. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about mental distress over the offer to take a pulpit in
Pittsfield, MA, saying he may go there for six months and return to
Illinois. Says he had a "miserable time preaching.".
761. Blanchard, Jonathan (Ex-President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; August 18, 1858. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Expresses concern that Mary Bent Blanchard takes insufficient food. Says
that the Atlantic Cable celebration delayed the sermon, and that he
talked with Brother Bartle about going to the Presbyterians. Assures
Catherine Blanchard Stoddard that he will try not to sell the horses
until she has had "one good canter." Mentions meeting Mrs. Scripps (nee
Blanchard and wife of the editor of the _Press and Tribune_).
762. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; August 21, 1858. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about local news and people, and mentions the laying of the
Atlantic Cable.
763. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. n.p.; ca. August 21, 1858. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; enclosed with Mary Bent Blanchard's letter of August 21,
1858.
Asks Mary Blanchard (Daughter) to write.
764. Stearns, Cordelia (Niece of JB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)].
n.p.; August 22, 1858. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Elbridge, and Mr. Pollock.
765. Clark, Catherine Dunning (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. New Haven, CT; August 23, 1858. 4 p.
Asks for Galesburg news, mentioning that Harvey Curtis was inaugurated as
president of Knox College. Mentions Jonathan Blanchard's speech at Knox.
Mentions that Jonathan Blanchard is being considered for political office
and that Mary Blanchard (Daughter) never met a Mt. Holyoke girl she
liked. Writes that she is reading _Five Years in an English University_ and
mentions the death of Williston Blanchard.
766. Blanchard, Mary (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Prospect City, IL; September 3, 1858. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about her finances, and local people. Mentions that she is
thinking of teaching another term, and writes of her wages. Speaks of
Jonathan Blanchard's "Congressional Prospects".
767. Blanchard, Jonathan; Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent. [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; September 6, 1858. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; cut, not affecting text.
Writes that he has just returned from Malden [IL]. Write about deaths in
Galesburg, a woman struck by a rocket and killed at an [Atlantic] Cable
celebration, and a political speech. Writes that he expects to hear from
[Pittsfield] Massachusetts whether he is to go and "preach a spell."
Writes of "shortness of money," and mentions lacking "stability of
purpose to do much in politics." Mentions Jonathan Blanchard's
popularity. Writes of the uncertainty of Jonathan Blanchard's future
course: perhaps politics or ministry. Writes about hard times, and
teaching positions.
768. Blanchard, Mary (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard and
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Prospect City, IL; September 17, 1858. 2 p.
Writes about her plans to return to Galesburg with Melissa Patton.
Mentions applicants for her teaching position.
Oversized.
769. Bent, G. R. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; September 26,
1858. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Says he has heard of Jonathan Blanchard's resignation. Asks about
employment in Galesburg.
770. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Middlebury, VT; October 1, 1858. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about local people and news. Mentions Jonathan Blanchard's
declining the Pittsfield [MA] pastorship and his political activity.
Mentions that Dr. Beaman was the commencement speaker. Mentions that
Mrs. Cooke published a book, and writes about settling [Samuel Bent's]
estate.
771. Blanchard, Jonathan (Ex-President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Malden, IL; October 25, 1858. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; torn, slightly affecting text.
Writes about political activity--talked with people about "getting rid of
political speaking." Says that Mary Blanchard (Daughter) ought to
converse with [Samuel] Caldwell in the daytime. Writes about Catherine
Blanchard Stoddard's and Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s relationships,
instructions regarding Jessie, and instructions for Charles A. Blanchard.
Mentions that Best is to bring heifers.
772. Blanchard, Jonathan (Ex-President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
G. F. Magoun]. Galesburg, IL; October 28, 1858. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Response to offer of Presidency of Iowa College [later Grinnell]. Says
he is hesitant to accept due to lack of board unanimity. Mentions
possibly lecturing at Chicago Seminary.
773. Phelps, Fannie (Friend of MB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)].
Northampton, MA; October 30, 1858. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about plans to quit work in the shop and Ellen's father's leg
being amputated. Mentions that Hattie Hubbard is getting married, as is
Mary Wells.
774. Blanchard, Jonathan (Ex-President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Kewanee, IL; November 12, 1858. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he lectured to a large audience and stayed with Mr. Preston.
Writes about the title to Hannah Bent Tyner Pettengill's Property.
Mentions that he is going to write to Mr. Kedzie and [Philo] Carpenter,
who urge his appointment to Chicago Seminary.
775. Blanchard, Jonathan (Ex-President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Ottawa, IL; November 15, 1858. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that Mary Bent Blanchard forgot to pack his coat. Writes about
preaching to a "disinterested" congregation, and speaking at County Bible
Society meeting. Mentions people, including B. C. Cooke--a Freemason.
Gives and farm instructions.
776. Blanchard, Jonathan (Ex-President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Ottawa, IL; November 17, 1858. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about renting "slips" in church, seeing the town of Ottawa, and B.
C. Cooke, a freemason whom Jonathan Blanchard informed of his opinion of
Masonry.777. Blanchard, Jonathan (Ex-President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL).
[Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; November 23, 1858. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Sends arrangements for Mary Blanchard (Daughter) to meet him in Ottawa.
778. Blanchard, Jonathan (Ex-President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Ottawa, IL; November 27, 1858. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives rationale for not bringing Mary Blanchard (Daughter) to Ottawa.
Writes about being ill in Chicago, speaking with Julius Avery about
taking [Samuel] Caldwell as a partner, a letter from [Samuel] Caldwell,
and Chicago lectures which he has to write out.
779. Blanchard, Jonathan (Ex-President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Ottawa, IL; November 29, 1858. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about local people and family members. Writes of possibly
bringing Mary Blanchard (Daughter) to Ottawa.
780. Blanchard, Mary (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Ottawa, IL; December 3, 1858. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Chester Hard and his family, the journey to Ottawa, plans to
attend choir meeting, the church vestry, and Dr. Hard's house being lit
by gas. Mentions Deacon Famam's Corn.
781. Blanchard, Jonathan (Ex-President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Ottawa, IL; December 4, 1858. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about that he heard Cyrus Louis Blanchard was not well. Says that
he is writing and working hard.
782. Blanchard, Jonathan (Ex-President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Ottawa, IL; December 13, 1858. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about going to Chicago, the care of hogs, sleighing, farm
instructions, family members, and Hasbrouck [a creditor].
783. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; December 18, 1858. 2 p.
Writes about Nellie, a domestic servant. Mentions that Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)'s was offered a position.
784. Blanchard, Jonathan (Ex-President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Charles A. Blanchard and Maria Blanchard Cook]. Ottawa, IL; December 23,
1858. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Wants to know how many hogs Mr. Main took [Jonathan Blanchard makes a
mathematical error]. Asks questions about the farm. Gives farm
instructions. Writes that he desires to delay the family New Year's
Celebration.785. Blanchard, Jonathan (Ex-President, Knox College, Galesburg,
IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Ottawa, IL; December 23, 1858. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Reports on Mary Blanchard (Daughter) and writes that he is concerned
about Catherine Blanchard Stoddard. Writes about paying Hasbrouck [a
creditor], and city taxes. Mentions Mary Bent Blanchard sending "a
turkey or two" if she learns of any want. Mentions the "Father of that
wild girl" calling for him. Says that he hopes to be home for the girls'
commencement. Writes that Christmas is "a fool's day" and hopes that
Maria Blanchard Cook will not attend a "Christmas frolic.".
786. Blanchard, Jonathan (Ex-President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Ottawa, IL; December 25, 1858. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Mentions that classes are cancelled in Chicago. Writes that "things here
look critical," and that he will return to Galesburg if Mary Bent
Blanchard wires. Says that "if Jesse is in trouble, pay him and let him
go.".
787. Williston, Martin L. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Northampton,
MA; December 25, 1858. 8 p.
Writes that he worked at Grandfather Lyman's and attended an exhibition
at Easthampton. Mentions attending an Anniversary Celebration at Mt.
Holyoke Seminary and remarks, with suprise, upon the lack of "beauties"
among the student body of that institution. Mentions attending Mr.
Dudley's school. Writes about Theodore Parker's lectures against
Christianity in Boston's Concert Hall. Writes about the lack of warmth
and affection at home.
788. Turley, Josie. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Council Bluffs, IA;
December 26, [1858]. 4 p.
Writes that Mr. Robb is ill. Asks if Jonathan Blanchard is going to move
to Grinnell, Iowa. Writes that she is making underwear.
789. Blanchard, Jonathan (Ex-President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Ottawa, IL; December 27, 1858. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s letter from [Samuel] Caldwell,
and Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s decision to "behave herself." Writes
that he plans to preach Tuesday-Friday. Mentions that he is still
mourning for [Williston Blanchard]. Mentions that Mary Blanchard
(Daughter) is starting a prayer meeting.
790. Blanchard, Jonathan (Ex-President, Knox College, Galesburg, IL). [Letter to
G. F. Magoun]. Ottawa, IL; December 31, 1858. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Declines presidency of Iowa College.
791. Taylor, Mrs. E. E. [and others] (Choir of Ottawa, IL Church). [Letter to
Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. n.p.; [1859]. 2 p.
Express regret that Mary Blanchard (Daughter) left the choir and wish her
well in the future.
792. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Ottawa, IL). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; January 4, 1859. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he is put out at the lack of mail. Mentions meeting
Richards, a former student. Mentions that there is only one copy of the
Jonathan Blanchard-Rice debate at [the Seminary]. Asks about family New
Year's Celebration.
793. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. n.p.; January 5, 1859. 2 p.
Writes about Josie, a friend of Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s, and about
postponing the New Year's celebration.
794. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Ottawa, IL). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Ottawa, IL; January 10, 1859. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family members, New Year's gifts, and childrens' letters.
795. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; January 12, 1859. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about moving from Middlebury and family heirlooms sent to Mary
Bent Blanchard. Mentions the birth of [George P. Bent]. Writes of
selling machinery to Friend Norton (a Quaker) and renting a homestead to
Mr. Lawrence. Mentions being interested in reading _Post Meridian_ by Mrs.
Sigounry. Gives news of family members.
796. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Ottawa, IL). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Ottawa, IL; January 24, 1859. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Julia Blanchard Fischer being in Ottawa with him. Writes
that he is displeased with Mary Blanchard (Daughter) and he gave her a
lecture. Writes of his visit to Galesburg and God's mercies. Asks advice
on writing his opinion on some matter to Mrs. Colton. Writes about being
"distracted" over church affairs and sends farm instructions.
797. Williston, C. L. (Wife of John P. Williston). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Northampton, MA; January 24, 1859. 4 p.
Writes about Jonathan Blanchard's "unsettled state" and mentions that
Willie Storrs is staying with the family. Mentions the scarlet fever and
mentions that Sally Clapp died. Mentions that Fannie Phelps married Mr.
Peck. Writes that the young men bought a sewing machine for Mrs. Eddy.
Mentions that Judge Dewey's daughter plans to marry Mr. Atwood, the
District Attorney.
798. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Ottawa, IL). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard;
Catherine Blanchard Stoddard; Maria Blanchard Cook]. Ottawa, IL; January
27, 1859. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Sends farm instructions. Writes that Julia Blanchard Fischer wants to go
home. Writes that there has been little apparent progress in the church
work. Mentions inquiring after a teaching position for Catherine
Blanchard Stoddard.
799. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Ottawa, IL). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Ottawa, IL; February 1, 1859. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about [Chester] Hand, his disappointment with Mary Blanchard
(Daughter), "Irish Mary," and seeing James' mother and her paramour.
Sends farm instructions. Mentions writing to Bolton about colts. Writes
of his hope for revival. Asks for advice concerning Mrs. Colton. Writes
of the upcoming fast day, and his loneliness. Says that he has "no
drawings toward Iowa," and Brother Cook wants him to remain in Ottawa
longer than six months.
800. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Ottawa, IL). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Ottawa, IL; February 14, 1859. 2 p.
Writes that he is pleased with Mary Bent Blanchard's business dealings.
Mentions debts and the possibility of selling some property. Writes that
he plans to preach and writes of the spiritual state of the church.
801. Blanchard, Mary (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Ottawa, IL; February 16, 1859. 2 p.
Note: Stained.
Writes that Jonathan Blanchard is ill and "fretting himself to death
because there aren't conversions. Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to come.
Writes about donations by "The Bretheren.".
802. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Ottawa, IL). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; February 23, 1859. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Tells Mary Bent Blanchard not to pay Bolton. Says he wants Mary Bent
Blanchard to come to Ottawa. .
803. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Ottawa, IL). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; February 23, 1859. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Says he lectured twice and is uncertain what course to take in regard to
the family's future. Writes that Ottawa, is "a center of political and
Judicial power." Writes that lecturing and preaching are hard on him.
Writes that he hopes James is obeying, but if not, he is to be put out.
804. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; March 9, 1859. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family members.
805. Cook, Maria Blanchard; Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Daughter of JB and MAB
and Wife of JB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. n.p.; March 9,
1859. 3 p.
Maria writes about Catherine Blanchard Stoddard and Mr. Sanderson. Mrs.
Blanchard writes that she desires Mary Blanchard (Daughter) to return to
Galesburg. Mentions a protracted meeting and says that Mr. Haskill is to
preach. Mentions that Mrs. Wells' home was broken into by thieves.
806. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Ottawa, IL). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Ottawa, IL; March 11, 1859. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about preaching on Popular Amusements, and being willing to go to
Salt Lake.
807. Blanchard, Cyrus Lewis; Blanchard, Mary Ann (Brother and Sister-in-Law of
JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard]. Schroon
Lake, NY; March 24, 1859. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Mary (Cyrus Lewis Blanchard's wife) writes on the last half
page to Mary Bent Blanchard.
Cyrus writes about Jonathan Blanchard's "Galesburg Experiment." Writes
that "the marriage life [agrees] with me" and sends his height and
weight. Mentions losing a son at birth. Writes about the death of [Sally
Howard Blanchard].
Oversized.
808. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Ottawa, IL). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Ottawa, IL; April 4, 1859. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; partial letter.
Writes about the Ottawa church being saddened by his not accepting their
call at $1200.00 per year (saying that is was too little). Writes that
he wishes the Galesburg Church would call him. Writes of an offer from
"a young but good college.".
809. Green, Martha. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Ottawa, IL; April 7/
8, [1859]. 4 p.
Gives her opinion of Mr. McArthur's preaching. Mentions that the
carpenter's shop burned and hopes that Jonathan Blanchard will remain in
Ottawa.
810. Carpenter, Philo (Chicago land-owner and philanthropist). [Letter to
Jonathan Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; Apri 12, 1859. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Jonathan Blanchard writes on the back as p. 3 of a letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard from Ottawa, IL on April 15, 1859.
Encourages Jonathan Blanchard to supply the Galesburg Church, even
against [George] Gale's opposition.
811. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Ottawa, IL). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Ottawa, IL; April 15, 1859. 3 p.
Note: RPFC; p. 3 of Jonathan Blanchard's letter is written on the reverse
of Philo Carpenter's letter of April 12, 1859.
Writes that he may have found a pastor for the Ottawa Church. Writes of
the pros and cons of taking the Galesburg Church. Says that he is
inclined to preach in Galesburg. Mentions that he wants a $1500.00
salary, which is what [Edward] Beecher receives.
812. Blanchard, William Walter (Brother of JB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Prospect City, IL; April 16, 1859. 1 p.
Sends thanks for Jonathan Blanchard's "interference in behalf o[f] the
Cong Chch in this place." Mentions a vote to form a new county and asks
for slips of Mary Bent Blanchard's roses.
Oversized.
813. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Ottawa, IL). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Ottawa, IL; April 18, 1859. 4 p.
Qualifies his formerly high opinions of [Samuel] Caldwell. Warns against
making confessions of love to her beau. Says the State Association is to
meet at Bloomington.
814. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
n.p.; ca. April 18, 1859. 1 p.
Note: Attached with letter from Ovid Miner to Jonathan Blanchard, April
18, 1859.
Writes that she is forwarding a letter to Jonathan Blanchard, and that
poor roads have been preventing coal shipments.
815. Miner, Ovid. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Hoyleton, IL; April 18, 1859.
1 p.
Note: Torn; Letter attached from Mary Bent Blanchard to Jonathan
Blanchard, ca. April 18, 1859.
Writes that he is to go east to raise funds for "our infant institution,
and that the Southern Illinois Association gave an endorsement. Asks
Jonathan Blanchard for a letter of commendation and advice in
fundraising.
816. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Galesburg, IL; April 22, 1859. 4 p.
Writes that she called for "the colored man" to work at the barnyard, and
that they slaughtered a calf. Writes about "the Englishman," and a
possible salary for Jonathan Blanchard. Gives her advice on Jonathan
Blanchard's taking the position at the First Church of Christ. Writes
about divisions over the church. Says she will give her opinion on
Wheaton when Jonathan Blanchard returns.
817. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Morrison, IL; April 25, 1859. 2 p.
Asks Mary Blanchard (Daughter) to attend to her taxes, saying that she is
living on the charity of friends. Asks Mary Blanchard (Daughter) to write
to Harriet Farrington Sherwin concerning genealogy.
818. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, Ottawa, IL). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. n.p.; April 25, 1859. 6 p.
Writes about a conversation with [Samuel] Caldwell, in which Caldwell
defended wife desertion and argued "with coarse indifference" on baptism.
Writes that he is alarmed at Caldwell's lack of religion and good sense.
Mentions Caldwell's apology and says that business is not good for
Caldwell. Gives his estimate of Caldwell's character, comparing him
feebly to Mayor Glover.
819. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, First Church of Galesburg, Galesburg, IL).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; April 26, 1859. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he is coming to Galesburg for the Sabbath. Writes about his
replacement at the Ottawa pulpit. Mentions the College Report, and
family members.
820. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; April 26, 1859. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that Jonathan Blanchard thinks he may have a replacement minister
for Ottawa and he is to return to Galesburg. Mentions a new organ in the
church and writes of Henry Ward Beecher speaking. Gives family and local
news.
821. Williston, John P. (Friend and Benefactor of JB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; April 29, 1859. 2 p.
Mentions that Jonathan Blanchard wrote to him about visiting a small
college in Illinois. Says he is glad that Jonathan Blanchard did not join
his name to Galesburg, and that he is opposed to starting more small
colleges. Mentions his benefactions to various colleges, but that he
does not want his name associated with a college.
822. Hard, Chester (Physician). [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Ottawa,
IL; May 3/5, 1859. 6 p.
Mentions that the livery stables are empty on Sundays and discusses Mary
Blanchard (Daughter)'s health. Writes about the church choir and gives
his reaction to the news that Jonathan Blanchard does not plan to remain
in Ottawa. Mentions that Rev. Scofield preached. Mentions that he was
appointed a delegate to the State Medical Society.
823. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, First Church of Galesburg, Galesburg, IL).
[Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Ottawa, IL; May 4, 1859. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about [Samuel] Caldwell, his new job, and weak eyesight (Jonathan
Blanchard gives him advice). Writes that he had no idea Mary Blanchard
(Daughter) and Caldwell planned to marry next summer. Says that he feels
God is calling him to Galesburg. Sends respects to Judge Patton,
supposing he is elected judge for the new county of Ford.
824. Hard, Amanda S. (Wife of Chester Hard). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Ottawa, IL; May 5, [1859]. 4 p.
Writes about Jonathan Blanchard's plans to leave Ottawa and mentions that
Albert was baptized.
825. Cook, Maria Blanchard; Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Daughter of JB and MAB;
Wife of JB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. n.p.; May 17, 1859. 2
p.
Maria writes about "Peter" and flowers. Mrs. Blanchard writes about Mary
Blanchard (Daughter)'s dress and cape.
826. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, First Church of Galesburg, Galesburg, IL).
[Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; May 18, 1859. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Urges Mary Blanchard (Daughter) to return to Galesburg for health
reasons. Writes about "Love matters," family members, and acquaintances.
827. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Goshen; May 25, 1859. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s illness, misspellings, teaching,
and meeting Mrs. Miner--"very wealthy, but dresses plain and neat.".
828. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, First Church of Galesburg, Galesburg, IL).
[Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; May 31, 1859. 4 p.
Writes that the doctor advised Jonathan Blanchard not to govern Mary
Blanchard (Daughter) by "too severe a parentle [sic] rule." Sends a copy
of a prescription. Writes about ill health. Advises her to shun tea and
coffee, and gives other advice for her condition.
829. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, First Church of Galesburg, Galesburg, IL).
[Letter to Rev. S. S. Jocelyn]. Galesburg, IL; May 31, 1859. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Says there was little said on the topic of Home missions at [state
association meeting], that he is now the pastor of the First Church in
Galesburg. Writes about home missions and slavery.
830. Hard, Chester (Physician). [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Ottawa,
IL; June 10, 1859. 4 p.
Writes that he visited Wheaton and the Illinois Institute "with the
committee appointed at Bloomington for that purpose." Mentions that the
finances of the Illinois Institute were worse than the committee
expected. Writes about business matters and the Ottawa Church.
831. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, First Church of Galesburg, Galesburg, IL).
[Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; June 11, 1859. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s improved health and suggests
warm cow's milk. Writes of the efficacy of prayer. Says that _The
Atlantic_ is "flimsy truth." Mentions the organ and writes of Blake's
ordination. Says that God is taking away the privileges of the Jewish
nation.
832. Turley, Josie. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Council Bluffs, IA;
June 20, 1859. 8 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the death of John, her "beloved." Mentions Jeannie, a
relative of John, and Minnie.
833. Carpenter, Ann T. (Wife of Philo T. Carpenter). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; June 26, 1859. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Invites Mary Bent Blanchard to Chicago with Jonathan Blanchard. Writes
about Mr. Bascom marrying Miss Pomeroy, and Mrs. Fox and Mr. Goodman
arriving in Chicago from Cincinnati.
834. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, First Church of Galesburg, Galesburg, IL).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Beloit, WI; July 11, 1859. 6 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the Wesleyan Methodist Conference at Wheaton, mentioning
that he stayed with President [Lucius C.] Matlack. Writes about a speech
[to the conference?]. Mentions that he gained information about a college
in Wheaton [i.e. Illinois Institute]. Mentions an upcoming meeting on
Illinois Institute. Mentions the murder of Ellen Slade by Keith. Writes
about Freemasons and Oddfellows. Says that he is preaching for Brother
Brinswade, and delivered an "iconoclast address." Says that he is
staying for commencement.
835. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; July 11, 1859. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that Jonathan Blanchard started East. Writes about the whooping
cough and mentions that Mr. Robb is dead. Gives spiritual admonition.
Writes about President [Harvey] Curtis marrying Miss Wilcox and the Gale
party disapproving of the marriage. Writes about the 4th of July
celebration, and mentions that Hurwood and McKenzie graduated.
836. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, First Church of Galesburg, Galesburg, IL).
[Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Northampton, MA; July 14, 1859. 4
p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the Willistons and gives local news. Gives his plans for
winter. Writes about the death of [Lucretia Hayward Blanchard]. Says
that "Every honest attempt to do good--does good.".
837. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, First Church of Galesburg, Galesburg, IL).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Boston, MA; July 26, 1859. 6 p.
Note: RPFC.
Describes the scene at Boston Harbor. Says that he will try to visit Gov.
Banks. Mentions that he took tea with Dr. Garratt. Writes about Rev.
Mr. Dexter, editor of the _Quarterly and Congregationalist_. Compares his
home with others and mentions debts.
838. White, Mary (Aunt of MAB). [Letter to [Joseph Avery Bent?]]. Boylston, MA;
July 30, 1859. 1 p.
Writes about her health, and asks about a Female Seminary.
839. Magoun, George F. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Davenport, IA; August 15,
1859. 1 p.
Wishes to recieve a copy of Beecher's address. Writes that a street may
run through the College grounds.
840. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, First Church of Galesburg, Galesburg, IL).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Saratoga, NY; August 16, 1859. 8 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about a "jaunt" to the mountains. Mentions Union Hall, where
Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard stayed when newly married.
Writes about Hellen Phelps and Uncle Phelps' children.
841. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, First Church of Galesburg, Galesburg, IL).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; August 19, 1859. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that Cyrus Lewis Blanchard and [Mary Ann Blanchard] are expecting
a baby. Mentions family members and writes about resuming ministerial
duties.
842. Parsons, Ellen. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Northampton, MA;
August 26, 1859. 4 p.
Writes about her growth and development. Mentions attending Amhurst
College and her plans to attend Mt. Holyoke Seminary. Writes that she
converted to Christianity.
843. Green, Addie; Addie. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Ottawa, IL;
September, [1859]. 4 p.
Martha writes about local people, mentioning that Will King moved to
Chicago. Addie writes that she plans to move to Rockford and attend a
fair in Chicago. Mentions that Mrs. Bristal's baby died and that Miss
Avery married Mr. Tarbel.
844. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Catherine Avery Bent].
Galesburg, IL; September 5, 1859. 4 p.
Writes about Jonathan Blanchard's pastoral duties with the First Church
of Galesburg. Says Jonathan Blanchard is on a trip to the East. Writes
about the whooping cough, that Mary Blanchard (Daughter) is ill, and that
Jonathan Blanchard has a decayed tooth. Says President [Harvey] Curtis
married Miss Wilcox.
845. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Joseph Avery Bent].
Galesburg, IL; September 13, 1859. 1 p.
Writes that Mary Blanchard (Daughter) and Jonathan Blanchard are ill, and
that she wants some peaches.
846. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Joseph Avery Bent].
Galesburg, IL; September 29, 1859. 3 p.
Thanks him for peaches. Says Jonathan Blanchard is to preach the
ordination sermon of Bro. Windship.
847. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, First Church of Galesburg, Galesburg, IL).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Genesco, IL; October 1, 1859. 5 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about lecturing, and mentions that "Le Grand Cushman" lectured.
Mentions Allen ("infidel" teacher) and the seminary. Writes about the
power of secret societies, and mentions Mr. Stewart (a mason). Writes of
the weakness of the churches. Says that he is sending new cider for Mary
Blanchard (Daughter). Mentions the Stearns children, and writes of his
spiritual state.
848. Patton, Cynthia. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Paxton, IL; October
11, 1859. 2 p.
Note: Torn.
Writes about Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s return to Galesburg. Mentions
that the name of Prospect City, IL was changed to Paxton. Writes that the
Presbyterians are building a new church. Says that Jonathan Blanchard's
services will be needed in the political arena. Mentions that she sold
some cattle.
849. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, First Church of Galesburg, Galesburg, IL).
[Letter to Catherine Avery Bent]. Galesburg, IL; October 18, 1859. 4 p.
Writes about the birth of Geraldine Blanchard Fischer, and about going to
Chicago.
850. Haskins, B. F. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. College Springs, IA; October
18, 1859. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Desires an appointment from Missionary Board. Writes about the Election
of trustees through which the character of Institution will be decided-Haskins favors congregationalism. Jonathan Blanchard adds a postcript
about abolition "fag ends" among the Wesleyans.
851. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, First Church of Galesburg, Galesburg, IL).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; October 19, 1859. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the Tract Convention, a speech by Cheever to Patton's
Church, preaching at Perkins' funeral and the prospect of an Anti-Slavery
Convention. Mentions speaking at Wheaton, and that the Wheaton "matter
progresses finely." Writes of the meeting of a committe at Bro. [Philo]
Carpenter's.
Oversized.
852. Hard, Amanda S. (Wife of Dr. Chester Hard). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Ottawa, IL; October 24, 1859. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; Enclosed with letter by C[hester] Hard of October 24, 1859.
Mentions birth of [Geraldine Blanchard Fischer], local and church news,
and "excitement" over fugitive slave.
853. Hard, Chester (Physician). [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Ottawa,
IL; October 24, 1859. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; enclosed with letter from A. S. Hard on October 24, 1859.
Invites Mary Blanchard (Daughter) to visit. Writes about an attempt to
kidnap a citizen, one Berkeley. Writes about the rescue from the U. S.
Marshall of fugitive slave named Jim Groz by a mob.
854. Waters, Wealthy. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. New Hartford, NY; October
24, 1859. 2 p.
Writes about various acquaintances.
855. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, First Church of Galesburg, Galesburg, IL).
[Letter to Milton Badger]. Galesburg, IL; October 26, 1859. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Recommendation for Benjamin Haskins for mission work, mentioning that he
is the founder of College Springs, Iowa.
856. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; October 27, 1859. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about local and family news. Mentions the birth of Geraldine
Blanchard Fischer, and [Gertrude] Nichols. Writes of visits in New
England, and deaths.
857. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, First Church of Galesburg, Galesburg, IL).
[Letter to Lewis Tappan]. Galesburg, IL; November 15, 1859. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Concerns a parcel of land donated by Deacon Leonard.
858. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, First Church of Galesburg, Galesburg, IL).
[Letter to Warren L. Wheaton]. Galesburg, IL; December 5, 1859. 4 p.
Writes that the question of Congregationalists at Wheaton College needs
to be resolved. Writes about Wheaton's donation and the need for Wheaton
College to have clear title to the land. Proposes to call the College,
"Wheaton College." Proposes that Wheaton donate every alternate lot to
Wheaton College. Promises to build a house on land donated to him by
Weidman. Gives arrangements for an indemnifying bond--$25,000 of
buildings to be erected within five years.
859. Haskins, B. F. [Letter to Milton Badger]. College Springs, IA; December 10,
1859. 4 p.
Note: Copy.
Writes about his attempts to establish a college and his desire to enter
missionary work. Writes of the needs of the local church, mentioning that
it is in need of a minister.
860. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Hoyleton, IL; December 12, 1859. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Mentions the Blanchards contemplated move to Wheaton. Asks that Latin
books be sent. Writes that Blanchard [Pettengill] is studying at home.
Mentions that things are "going on with the seminary building.".
861. Green, Martha. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Dighton, MA;
[December 13/14, 1859]. 4 p.
Compares the area about Dighton with the praries. Mentions Jonathan
Blanchard's plans to resettle in Wheaton. Writes about her trip to the
East and the wedding of the "Rich Cabun.".
862. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, First Church of Galesburg, Galesburg, IL).
[Letter to Milton Badger]. n.p.; December 22, 1859. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Recommends [B. F.] Haskins for monetary assistance.
863. Blanchard, Jonathan (Minister, First Church of Galesburg, Galesburg, IL).
[Letter to Milton Badger]. Galesburg, IL; December 22, 1859. 2 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Letter of recommendation for Bro. Haskins.
864. Blanchard, Samuel (Brother of JB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)].
n.p.; [1860]. 2 p.
Writes that he fears Catherine Blanchard Stoddard's college work will
overtax her. Writes that Josie Blanchard is making garmets on a sewing
machine.
865. Green, Martha. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Ottawa, IL; [18591860]. 3 p.
Writes about local people.
866. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Hoyleton, IL; January 3, 1860. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Thanks Mary Bent Blanchard for some books. Mentions "hard-pressed"
Minnesota colonists. Writes about the cold weather, and family members.
Mentions that Mr. Edwards is preaching in Australia, and that Mrs. Benham
is teaching.
867. Dunning, Catherine Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
New Haven, CT; January 13, 1860. 4 p.
Writes about family members. Mentions that Mary Bent Blanchard plans to
move from Galesburg. Mentions the birth of Geraldine Blanchard Fischer.
Mentions that the Bent homestead is owned by strangers. Says that Edward
Dunning is absent and much of the family responsibility is upon her. Asks
if Mary Bent Blanchard will send a child to Yale. Asks about Knox
College, having heard that the Presbyterians would not be able to keep
control of it. Mentions that Joseph Avery Bent is establishing a colony.
868. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; January 17/18, 1860. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Says he feels called to Wheaton. Writes about forthcoming meeting of
stockhoders of _The Herald_, and the payment of $15.00 debt. Asks Mary
Bent Blanchard to visit Mrs. Tuttle and pay the butcher's bill. Says that
he has no objection to "taking Barnard to [board?]." Asks for news of
Mrs. Sanderson and the Galesburg Church. Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to
watch for news of Wheaton College in _The Independent_, asks for receipt
from _The Independent_, and asks for news of the children.
869. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; January 18, 1860. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Comments on Jonathan Blanchard's Wheaton job. Hopes Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)'s engagement is not off, mentioning [Samuel] C[aldwell].
Writes about a family gathering. Mentions that Mr. Mason is painting
Maria and G. M. Nichols' "likeness." Writes about having daguerreotypes
taken of her parents' portraits. Comments on the names Gertude and
Maria.
870. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; January 21, 1860. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about preparing to preach, wishing he had Mary Bent Blanchard to
give him advice. Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to send his sermon briefs.
Talks about "quite a floating population here," and the need to go "on
the cash system"--not accounts. Writes about Wheaton College students,
saying "We are to graduate seven.".
871. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; January 27, 1860. 6 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about a church meeting to decide on the name change. Mentions
that Mary Jane Stearns is not going to stay with Mary Bent Blanchard.
Says that he has not rented a house yet. Mentions that Wheaton people
are better than he expected, though Mr. Mather is still a lodge-goer.
Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to send Jonathan Blanchard's "Argument on Secret
Societies" and "Const . . . of State Assoc.." Writes about the children
and Galesburg aquaintances, and sends farm instructions. Asks Mary
Blanchard (Daughter) to write. Writes about renting Samuel's farm.
872. Patton, D. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Prospect City, IL;
January 27, 1860. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about possibly sending Mary and Susan [Patton's daughters?] to
Wheaton College. Writes of school, receiving a library, and plans to
build a courthouse. Mentions local people. Says that Virginians are a
"set of cowards." Writes that Mr. Briggs' leg was broken while wrestling
with Mr. French in Mr. Cleyer's store. Mentions that he was receiver in
Chancery Case, and that he declined an appointment to notary public.873.
Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Blanchard (Daughter)]. Wheaton, IL; January 27, 1860. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about her activities as a teacher, having gone to Lyceum, liking
the Lady Principal, [George] Beecher and [Charles] Marsh reading good
essays, Dr. [A. H.] Hiatt's lecture on physiology, and Miss [Ellen]
Moore's Bible class.
874. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; January 30, 1860. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about a "crowded house" for church, being glad he came to Wheaton,
and instructions for disposal of Samuel's farm.
875. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Charles A. Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; [February 4, 1860]. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; enclosed with Jonathan Blanchard's letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard on February 4, 1860.
Gives farm instructions. Says he was given a red cow.
876. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Maria Blanchard Cook]. Wheaton, IL; [February 4, 1860]. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Enclosed with Jonathan Blanchard's letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard of February 4, 1860.
877. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; February 4, 1860. 6 p.
Note: RPFC; enclosed with Jonathan Blanchard's letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter) on February 7, 1860.
Says, "I have often wondered that with the children all day you are alive
at night." Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to write of her distractions and
complaints. Mentions Mary Bent Blanchard's visit "to poor good Mrs.
Jagger." Writes that he spoke with Will King of Chicago and writes "I
believe more and more in the _special_ providence of God." Writes about a
church fast for salvation of souls and revival, and a revival in
Naperville. Mentions Hannah Bent Tyner Pettengill having land trouble,
which he referred to Samuel.
878. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; February 4, 1860. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Complains of "billious cholic." Comments on Mary Bent Blanchard's
anecdotes of the children. Writes about the changed name of the church-now is the same as the Galesburg Church. Mentions that George Beecher
joined the church. Mentions looking at houses to buy. Tells Mary Bent
Blanchard not to rent Samuel's farm to Chaffer "or any one on such
terms.".
879. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Wheaton, IL; February 7, 1860. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Enclosed with Jonathan Blanchard's letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard on February 7, 1860.
"Preachy" letter about dropping anger and cultivating "amiable graces."
Believes her disposition is "modified" by her illness.
880. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Charles A.
Blanchard]. n.p.; ca. February 13, 1860. 1 p.
Note: Sent with letter from Jonathan Blanchard to Mary Bent Blanchard of
February 13, 1860.
Gives farm instructions. Says there is good skating in Wheaton.
881. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Maria Blanchard Cook]. n.p.; ca. February 13, 1860. 1 p.
Note: Attached with a letter from Jonathan Blanchard to Mary Bent
Blanchard, February 13, 1860.
Mentions a letter of his which upset Maria Blanchard Cook.
882. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; February 13, 1860. 5 p.
Note: Letters attached from Jonathan Blanchard to Maria Blanchard Cook,
Charles A. Blanchard, and Mary Blanchard (Daughter), each ca. February
13, 1860.
Writes about looking for a house, his duties, a new cow with rich milk,
and thinking of answering [Harvey] Curtis' letter. Says, "We have none
but pork meat here." Gives instructions prepatory to moving.
883. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary
Blanchard (Daughter)]. n.p.; ca. February 13, 1860. 2 p.
Note: Sent with letter from Jonathan Blanchard to Mary Bent Blanchard of
February 13, 1860.
Relates doctor's advice concerning inhaling tubes. Sends "recepie" for
medicine. Advises her to perform light housework and to stay indoors.
884. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Charles
A. Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; February 15, 1860. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Mentions troubles in Galesburg. Writes about family members, local
events, the new cow, and a sleigh ride with [Ellen] More, [Walter H.]
Powell and others.
885. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; February 16, 1860. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about renting a house with small rooms. Mentions preaching and his
hope for revival. Explains his words in a previous letter about Mrs.
Baker's housekeeping. Mentions the need for variety in menu.
886. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Blanchard (Daughter)]. Wheaton, IL; February 20, 1860. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that Mr. King is to visit Galesburg. Mentions family members.
Writes of taking tea at Lawyer D. Wolfe's. Says, "I dont know as I shall
ever see ten dollars again." Says their rented house is small.
887. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; February 21, 1860. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about moving problems, and the close of the school term. Mentions
painting the college. Sends a postscript to Charles A. Blanchard about
buying him a gun, the abundance of prairie chickens, and prairie chicken
season.
888. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; February 22, 1860. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Sends instructions for selling corn for a $25.00 college order. Gives
instructions on selling Samuel's farm, mentioning the need of a downpayment, says "rent it to the Swede if possible," Asks Mary Bent
Blanchard to check on payment of a $75.00 note at the bank. Asks Mary
Bent Blanchard to get Superintendant Hitchcock's answer.
889. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; February 28, 1860. 2 p.
Writes that he may go to Boston in May. Writes about a tombstone for
Williston Blanchard, and about dreaming that he couldn't find Williston
Blanchard's grave. Says Judge Blanchard is converted. Writes that he
does not want Mary Blanchard (Daughter) going to stay with Mrs. Eaton.
890. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; February 28, 1860. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that Mr. Masters was divorced after about three months of
marriage. Mentions attending a faculty meeting. Writes that they rented
a house half-way between downtown and "stone pile" (college building).
Writes about the [Wheaton] College building, the boarding hall, and their
rented house. Writes about her duties--teaching, studies, housework, and
"agonizing" over her "thorough base" [music]. Writes about Jonathan
Blanchard preaching, conversions, and Jonathan Blanchard's reaction
(laughter) to letters from Charles A. Blanchard, Mary Blanchard
(Daughter), and Mary Bent Blanchard. Asks if her drawers were paid for.
891. Clark, Catherine Dunning (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. New Haven, CT; February 29, 1860. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Says she was studying at [Mt.] Holyoke [Female Seminary] and her head got
"out of kilter," so she took a break. Writes about New Haven Lectures.
Says "I don't know about women's voting." Says that she enjoys Beecher's
sermons. Writes about Professor Goodrich's death.
892. Edgerton, Carrie. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Lansing, MI; March
1, 1860. 4 p.
Note: Torn.
Writes about her respect for Jonathan Blanchard. Mentions that she is
teaching school, but wants a better salary. Asks if Jonathan Blanchard
can find her a teaching position in Illinois. Writes about a woman's
sphere and mentions reading _Beulah_.
893. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; March 3, 1860. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about colts who were killed on the railroad, and that he wants
railroad passes in exchange. Suggests that Mary Bent Blanchard get a
"girl" in Galesburg, as they are hard to get in Wheaton--Jonathan
Blanchard thinks a Norwegian or Swede may be available in Wheaton or
Chicago. Says "God never made them (daughters) to eat without
cooking...".
894. Green, Martha. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Ottawa, IL; March 3/
April 4, 1860. 4 p.
Writes about her visit to the East and says that her father is very ill.
Writes about prayer meeting and thinks it providential that Mary
Blanchard (Daughter) and Samuel Caldwell broke their engagement. Mentions
that Miss Preston broke her wrist.
895. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; March 8, 1860. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about work for conversions and the conversion of Judge Blanchard.
Mentions Mrs. Colby, who would need 2 years of study to graduate from
Wheaton College. Mentions family members and Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s
health.
896. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Maria Blanchard Cook]. Wheaton, IL; March 12, 1860. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Written with Jonathan Blanchard's letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard on March 12, 1860.
Complains of Charles A. Blanchard's not writing.
897. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; March 12, 1860. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; Jonathan Blanchard writes letter to Maria Blanchard Cook with
this one.
Writes that Charles A. Blanchard is to get a college order from Mr.
Pitcher ([Knox] College Treasurer). Writes of moving arrangements, and
selling the pigs. Mentions that the teaching market is not good in
Wheaton, and writes of church growth.
898. Hard, Amanda S. (Wife of Dr. Chester Hard). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Ottawa, IL; [March 15, 1860]. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Sent with C[hester] Hard's letter of March 15, 1860.
Writes about local people.
899. Hard, Chester (Physician; Trustee of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary
Blanchard (Daughter)]. Ottawa, IL; March 15, 1860. 3 p.
Note: RPFC; Sent with A[manda] Hard's letter to Jonathan Blanchard on
March 15, 1860.
Writes about having church meetings twice a day, mentioning conversions.
Writes of local people.
900. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; March 19, 1860. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Sends instructions on selling household items preparatory to moving.
Sends medical advice for Mary Blanchard (Daughter)--dandelion extract,
Wauhoo beer and tea "chew and swallow the berries." Writes about
preaching "5 nights last week and 3 times yesterday," and church growth.
901. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; March 22, 1860. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Says [J. P.] Stoddard left for Galesburg. Writes about moving
arrangements. Tells Mary Bent Blanchard to give the cow to Mr. Wolfe.
Writes about buying pictures, and Jabez Eastes' note. Mentions that a
student gave some English Goose Berry bushes to him. Says that Mary
Blanchard (Daughter) ought to go to Mrs. Eaton's during the move.
902. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; March 22, [1860]. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Sent with Catherine Blanchard Stoddard's letter of March 22,
1860.
Writes about J. P. Stoddard leaving for Galesburg. Mentions that Jonathan
Blanchard is bringing two trunks to Galesburg and that he is homesick and
feels "boyish" about it. Writes of having her picture taken, and says
that she did not ask Mr. Horton the price of oil carpet.
903. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; [March 22, 1860]. 1 p.
Note: Includes a short note from Jonathan Blanchard.
Writes that Mrs. Horton is selling an oilcloth and asks if Mary Bent
Blanchard desires to purchase it. Mentions that she had her picture
taken. A note from Jonathan Blanchard sends love to the family.
904. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Blanchard (Daughter)]. Wheaton, IL; [March 22, 1860]. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Sent with Catherine Blanchard Stoddard's letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard on March 22, [1860].
Says she did not put elastic into Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s slippers-that there was none in town.
905. Blanchard, Samuel (JB's brother). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Milford,
OH; March 23, 1860. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Apparently a response to Jonathan Blanchard's job offer to do
advertising. Talks about others' attempts at matchmaking between him and
widows. Mentions the granddaughter of Gov. Morrow. Writes about the
transfer of a note from H. H. Mays to F. H. Allen and asks Jonathan
Blanchard to deliver it to L. C. Congreve, Magistrate of Galesburg.
906. Moore, Julia F. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Ottawa, IL; April 3,
1860. 4 p.
Writes about church, prayer, and conference meetings. Mentions several
conversions, including several unexpected ones. Writes about the death
and funeral of Father Cook. Writes about benevolent societies and Mary
Blanchard (Daughter)'s picture.
907. Waters, Wealthy. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. New Hartford, NY; April
10, 1860. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; signed for Wealthy Waters by John Waters; Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard enclosed.
Asks for advice concerning a will.
908. Waters, Wealthy. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. New Hartford, NY; April
10, 1860. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Enclosed with a letter to Jonathan Blanchard on April 10,
1860.
909. Hard, Chester (Physician; Trustee of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary
Blanchard (Daughter)]. Ottawa, IL; April 23, 1860. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Asks for a full account of Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s symptoms. Writes
that he expects Mary Blanchard (Daughter) to enter into missionary work,
if she recovers. Says Jonathan Blanchard has "a wide door of usefulness
open" in Wheaton.
910. Goodrich, Maria A. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL;
April 25, 1860. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the death of Mr. Drake's daughter. Says Mr. Bancroft's
child is not expected to live. Writes of Edwin being surprised at Mary
Blanchard (Daughter)'s note. Gives local news.
911. Carrie. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; May 3/20,
1860. 4 p.
Writes about Catherine Blanchard Stoddard's illness, the horse, Mary
Blanchard (Daughter)'s departure, and local people and events.
912. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; May 9, 1860. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Mentions moving. Writes about a memory from childhood of visits from
"Mrs. Bonney and Bro. William." Mentions that Miss Wallace died. Gives
local and family news.
913. Goodrich, Maria A. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; May 15,
1860. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that the "family group at Mr. Bond's" is completed. Writes that
she is trying "a new kind of treatment--_electropathy_." Writes about items
left in Galesburg. The writer's mother suggests that Mary Blanchard
(Daughter) bathe in water with ground mustard as an antidote for chills.
914. Bartlett, R. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; May 21, 1860.
4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Mrs. Buckingham's death and mentions the appearance of a
long-expected pamphlet.
915. Hard, Chester; Hard, Amanda S. (Physician and Wife). [Letter to Mary
Blanchard (Daughter)]. Ottawa, IL; May 23, 1860. 4 p.
Note: The letter contains a short note from Mary Bent Blanchard
suggesting short horseback rides and giving news of Catherine Blanchard
Stoddard, Anna, and Mrs. Eaton.
Dr. Hard writes about Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s intended visit to Ohio.
Mrs. Hard writes about a new son and Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s health.
916. Wells, Julia T. (Friend of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Galesburg, IL; May 24, 1860. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives local news. Writes about Sister Colton's death, J. Harlan Wood's
funeral procession, Frank being feeble and thinking of going to Kansas,
"C" with a spine disease, and Miss Dinel joining the church.
917. Blanchard, Josie (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Milford, OH; May 25, 1860. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; Includes a note to Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard
from Mary Blanchard (Daughter).
Writes about family members, a tornado, and a train journey to Milford.
An enclosed note from Mary Blanchard (Daughter) mentions that people
thought she had come to marry Samuel Blanchard.918. Blanchard, Mary (Daughter
of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard and
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Milford, OH; May 26, 1860. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the jouney to Milford, her activities, and cousins. Mentions
that she hopes that Samuel [Blanchard] will not remarry.
919. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary
Blanchard (Daughter)]. Wheaton, IL; May 30, 1860. 4 p.
Writes that the State Association met at Aurora, that Wheaton College was
favorably reported upon by Rev. Mr. Bascom, and that "We had a regular
Waterloo fight over it [the report]," as Carter and Savage opposed the
report. Says Miss Morse married Charley Burns. Tells Mary that her ill
health will probably prevent her from teaching at Wheaton College.
Writes that he marched with a flute, with Cyrus Louis Blanchard and Julia
Blanchard Fischer.
920. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Blanchard (Daughter)]. Wheaton, IL; June 7, 1860. 4 p.
Writes about Tuesday evening meetings and mentions that Jonathan
Blanchard's office was re-plastered.
921. Sanderson, Mary L. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; June 17,
1860. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about plans to travel east with her ailing mother.
922. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Blanchard (Daughter)]. n.p.; June 18, [1860]. 4 p.
Writes about her studies and asks Mary Blanchard (Daughter) to send her a
photo for presentation to Miss Moore. Mentions [George H.] Beecher's
essay.
923. Blanchard, Mary (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Milford, OH; July 4, 1860. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; enclosed with Samuel Blanchard's letter of July 4, 1860.
Writes about local people and family members.
924. Blanchard, Samuel (JB's brother). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Milford,
OH; July 4, 1860. 3 p.
Note: RPFC; Letter from Mary Blanchard (Daughter) attached.
Writes about the arrival of much-hoped-for rain, and calling in a
Methodist Preacher as doctor who prescribed quinine, tincture of iron,
and port wine for Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s condition.
925. Hard, Chester (Physician; Trustee of Wheaton College). [Letter to [Mary
Blanchard (Daughter)]]. n.p.; n.d. [ca. July 5, 1860]. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; fragment, lacking first part.
Describes Wheaton College's first commencement and a stay with the
Blanchards.
926. Moore, Julia F. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Ottawa, IL; July 11,
1860. 4 p.
Writes about female prayer meetings, local people, and mentions that Mr.
Green died.
927. Blanchard, Mary (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Milford, OH; July 16/17, 1860. 7 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about how she plans to spend $1.00, Sunday School picnic, Mr.
Green's death, Dr. Hard sending the wrong letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter), making Grecian paintings, Mary Blanchard (Daughter) being
reconciled to Jonathan Blanchard's building in Wheaton, and the Wheaton
Commencement. Asks if Mr. Barnard is still in the Galesburg church.
Writes about her health and mentions smoking as a cure for catarrh.
928. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary
Blanchard (Daughter)]. Wheaton, IL; July 20, 1860. 6 p.
Writes about a haying. Cautions Mary Blanchard (Daughter) to take care
of herself. Suggests an extract of dandelion, port wine, and peruvian
wine as medicine, as well asbathing in salt water.
929. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to [Mary
Blanchard (Daughter)]]. n.p.; July 20, 1860. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Dictated?
Writes that he broke a rake and says that [Mary Bent Blanchard]'s
"feelings...lie much deeper than common people's.".
930. Blanchard, Mary (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Milford, OH; July 20, 1860. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about taking cod liver oil with wine or beer. Mentions that she
was not introduced to Mr. Lellen. Writes about her cousins. Mentions
having taught the girls Grecian painting, and making feather flowers.
931. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to [Mary
Blanchard (Daughter)]]. Wheaton, IL; July 25, 1860. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s returning to Wheaton and the
arrangements thereof. Writes that neither Jonathan Blanchard nor Mary
Bent Blanchard "much favor the cold liver oil," and that "what you have
most to fear in coming home is excitement and worry.".
932. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Wheaton, IL; July 25, 1860. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Asks Mary Blanchard (Daughter) to inquire of Mr. Sellen for Mrs. Munson
and possibly to look up Cincinnati friends. Writes about Jonathan
Blanchard preaching in Downers Grove. Suggests taking tar in water for
catarrh. Writes about visiting McChesney, mentions that Jonathan
Blanchard is going to Galesburg, and that "the spirit of God seems
hovering over us.".
933. Eaton, Louisa M. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; July
25, 1860. 2 p.
Writes that Sister Julia and her sister visited.
934. Rodgers, Bell I. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; July
25, 1860. 2 p.
Comments on Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s picture and writes about
weddings.935. Sumner, Emma. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL;
July 26,
1860. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about her health, and says that Mr. Perking was called to the
pastorate. Writes that Mary Bent Blanchard's absence is felt--in lack of
counsel and lack of meeting organizers. Writes of the need for revival.
Mentions that Mr. Barnard left.
936. Stoddard, James Philemon (Student at Wheaton College and future husband of
CBS). [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Wheaton, IL; July 28, 1860.
2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Suggests that they begin a correspondence.
937. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; August 2, 1860. 8 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Galesburg aquaintances. Mentions that "The Swede Anderson"
will not buy his land. Mentions visiting his nieces Stone and Clark.
Mentions a bowel complaint and gives an account of his grave illness.
Writes of Mr. Tuttle, who rented their Galesburg house, saying that he
thinks he will pay the rent. Describes their Galesburg house as it
appears. Mentions plans to build a sidewalk and says that Street
Commissioner Arnold is out and a "sharp Swede in." Writes of a prayer
meeting. Mentions that the Bancroft's child is well. Mentions James
Wiley's wife's death, and Wiley's plans to marry Mary Brooks (he gives
his objections to the haste). Mentions plans to meet Mr. Daily to show
him some land. Compares Catherine Blanchard Stoddard and Maria Blanchard
Cook to Mr. Tuttle's daughter.
938. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; August 4, 1860. 6 p.
Note: RPFC.
Says the land sold for unredeemed taxes and he hopes they are not
swindled. Calls Esq. Cook--"a drunken swindler in a small way," and
writes of his plans to preach in Galesburg. Mentions visiting
acquaintances. Mentions selling corn and new wheat, and an offer of
$350.00/year on the farm. Waxes lyrical on the landscape. Calls the
_Andover Quarterly_ "that excellent piece of dullness." Says he settled
with Mr. Bartlett, has spent little money, is building a house in
Wheaton, and that Mrs. Stoddard is expecting Catherine Blanchard
Stoddard. Speaks of milking a heifer [huh?].
939. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; August 5, 1860. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that they got their land redeemed by Esq. Cook, and that he could
not get Mr. Tuttle to pay. Writes that he preached twice to a small house
and that it was a humbling experience. Says that he fears he will have
no money to support the family.
940. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; August 7, 1860. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he saw Mrs. Wolfe about pictures, that [Mr.] Bond is no
longer at the Post Office, and that Tuttle still has not paid. Says that
he went to Knoxville and saw Mr. Holcomb. Writes that he got the title
to Mary Bent Blanchard's 40 acres. Mentions that Pierce is preaching in
Knoxville. Says that he plans to take Mr. Boon along when he visits Mrs.
Willard "to keep me from being captivated with the charms of her person."
Writes that he told Chapman that Anna ought to be paid. Mentions that
Walker is dead. Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to see Brother Markham about
the Lady Principal. Mentions visiting Williston [Blanchard's] grave.
941. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; August 9, 1860. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that Mr. Marsh will pay the rent on Samuel's land. Writes about
trying to sell the land and describes it. Mentions walking to the
Swede's--took off shoes and rolled his pants. Mentions buying four dress
patterns. Mentions parlor carpet and his plans to travel to Monmouth or
Burlington.
942. Blanchard, Mary (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Milford, OH; August 10, 1860. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about visiting Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard's
friends from Cincinnati. Mentions Daniel Truman's death. Writes of
seeing the Blanchards' old house, and searching unsuccessfully for her
brothers' graves. Writes of her plans to return to Wheaton.
943. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; August 11, 1860. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about his activities, receiving a pass to Chicago from Hitchcock,
getting his spectacles marked, and talking much of college matters.
Writes that he refused to preach, partly due to fear of a small
congregation. Writes of going to Monmouth. Mentions a Congregational
Assembly being opposed to Secret Societies and talk of moving a
publishing firm to Chicago: _Congregational Herald_. Writes about a
settlement for the death of colts on the railroad.
944. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; August 16, 1860. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the death of Mary [White]. Writes of family matters, saying
that George W. Bent is "thinking of selling his place for cranberries.".
945. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; October 1, 1860. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Account of Catherine Avery Bent falling down the stairs. Sends family
news. Mentions that George W. Bent's baby [Charles Avery] died.
946. Carrie. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Galesburg, IL; October 4/7,
1860. 6 p.
Writes that Johnnie and Frank went to Kansas and Johnnie was nearly
arrested for horse thievery. Mentions that Mr. Barnard made himself
unpopular.
947. Clark, Catherine Dunning (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. South Hadley, MA; October 5, 1860. 4 p.
Writes that Dr. Hitchcock's textbook on Geology did not endear her to the
subject. Mentions that she is tired of "this everlasting cant about
'womens mission.'" Writes about her room and cross-eyed roommate.
948. Blanchard, Josie (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Milford, OH; October 6, 1860. 4 p.
Writes that she hurt her thumb while sewing. Mentions that Mrs.
Callender's son, a drinking man, returned home. Mentions a Catholic named
Catherine.
949. Green, Martha. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Ottawa, IL; [October
10, 1860]. 4 p.
Writes about prayer meetings which are held at Mr. Jennings'. Mentions
that her father died.
950. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Rev. J[oseph] E. Roy]. Wheaton, IL; October 23, 1860. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Inquires the status of M. Harken's application to the American Missionary
Association. Writes about Brother Patton, says that the Wheaton church
is "settling into Ecclesiastical shape," and sends a collection prognosis
for the Wheaton Church.
951. Hard, Amanda S. (Wife of Chester Hard). [Letter to Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)]. Ottawa, IL; October 29, 1860. 4 p.
Writes that she may travel to Chicago and mentions her infant son.
952. Hard, Chester (Physician; Wheaton College Trustee). [Letter to Mary
Blanchard (Daughter)]. Ottawa, IL; October 29, 1860. 4 p.
Writes that he saw the Mississippi River and suggests extract of indian
hemp, rather than opium, for Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s pain.
953. Williston, Martin L. [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)]. Amherst, MA;
October 31, 1860. 4 p.
Writes that Perry Peck recovered from comsumption. Blames Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)'s ill health on her vigorous activity during 1858. Gives news
of local people and mentions that he may attend Chicago Seminary.
954. Stearns, Mary Jane (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Rockingham, VT; November 8, 1860. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Says she is married to Royal Stearns. Gives family news. Mentions that
Laura is buying a sewing machine.
955. Carpenter, Ann T. (Wife of Philo Carpenter). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; November 16, 1860. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she purchased stockings for Mary Bent Blanchard and spoke
with a seamstress about doing machine work. Mentions that she wishes to
send a Cuban orange to Mary Blanchard (Daughter).
956. Baker, Ira O. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Matoon, IL; November 19,
[1860 ?]. 1 p.
Asks for a Knox College Catalog.
957. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; December 4, 1860. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Samuel Bent's health and physick. Writes about George W.
Bent and his new son Charles Avery. Mentions that [George] Nichols is
expecting to go south. Gives comments on the South.
958. Blanchard, Samuel (Brother of JB). [Letter to Mary Blanchard (Daughter)].
Milford, OH; December 9, 1860. 3 p.
Note: RPFC; note from Jonathan Blanchard to Mary Bent Blanchard on Dec.
15 or 22, 1860 attached.
Writes about his painful journey to Milford, and attending a newlyorganized court. Sends a poem of home life and advice.
959. Roy, Joseph E. [Letter to Lewis Tappan]. Chicago, IL; December 10, 1860. 3
p.
Note: Photocopy.
Mentions the death of Mary Blanchard (Daughter), sending a notice of her
death for the _American Missionary_. Suggests that Tappan send a letter of
condolance to Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard, saying that
Jonathan Blanchard is "enjoying the fullness of the spirit." Writes that
Mary Blanchard (Daughter) bequeathed her money to John G. Fee. Mentions
that he preached Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s funeral sermon, preached
twice for Jonathan Blanchard and took a collection for the AMA. Writes
about accounting procedures.
960. Sanderson, Mary L. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; December
10, 1860. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Sympathy for Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s death.
961. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; Dec 15 or 22, 1860. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; written at the end of a letter from Samuel Blanchard to Mary
Blanchard (Daughter) on Dec 9, 1860 from Milford, [OH].
Writes about Charles A. Blanchard, gives farm instructions, writes about
Mr. Hillman and Jerauld.
962. Clark, Catherine Dunning (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. South Hadley, MA; December 21, 1860. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; probably enclosed with letter by Ellen C. Parsons of December
10, 1860.
Sympathy for Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s death.
963. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard and
Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; December 29, 1860. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Bemoans her low estate, that she was denied property, owes money and
lacks money. Sends sympathy for Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s death.
964. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; December 31, 1860. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives her sympathy for Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s death. Writes about
the death of Mr. Conant, President [James] Buchanan and [Edward] Dunning
in the South.
965. Roy, Joseph E. [Letter to Executive Committee of the American Missionary
Association]. Chicago, IL; January 1, 1861. 4 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Fifth monthly report of the Western Agency of the American Missionary
Association. Writes about preaching and fund-raising in various locales
and his work for the AMA. Mentions preaching Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s
funeral sermon. Mentions that Mary Blanchard (Daughter) bequeathed her
money to the ministry of John G. Fee. Mentions that 10 young people
"professed submission to Christ" the day after Mary Blanchard
(Daughter)'s funeral.
966. Roy, Joseph E. [Letter to Lewis Tappan]. Chicago, IL; January 3, 1861. 3 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Writes about Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s bequest to the ministry of John
G. Fee. Mentions "Commercial Articles" written by Tappan. Writes af an
attitude of "no compromise" in government. Mentions an article he wrote.
967. Wells, Julia T. (Galesburg friend of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Galesburg, IL; [January 5, 1861]. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Sends condolance for Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s death and mentions that
Mrs. Gay is to be buried. Writes about a day of fasting and prayer for
apathy in the church.
968. Blanchard, Samuel (Brother of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Milford,
OH; January 12, 1861. 4 p.
Sends sympathy for Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s death. Recalls the times
he spent with Mary Blanchard (Daughter).
969. Cox, H. J. (Former member of the Sixth Presbyterian Church, Cincinnati,
OH). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Sixteen Mile Stand, OH; January 24,
1861. 2 p.
Sends sympathy for death of Mary Blanchard (Daughter), and a poem
["pome"], "Give me the Harp I hear. . . .".
970. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Bois'd Arc School; January 27, 1861. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Mr. Davis wants to know what Jonathan Blanchard thinks of the saying "God
cannot save a sinner in his sin." Writes about laundry, teaching school,
measels, watching with the sick, and a drunken man and his family.
971. ? [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard]. Maroa, IL;
January 29, 1861. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; fragment.
Sympathy for the death of Mary Blanchard (Daughter).
972. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; March 28, 1861. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives her sympathy for Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s death. Writes about
[George] Nichols' religious beliefs, "excitement" in the South, the death
of Samuel Bent and Catherine Avery Bent's planned trip to the west.
973. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
George Whipple]. Wheaton, IL; April 4, 1861. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Expects to travel east and speak in Fremont Temple; may expect
remuneration of expenses. Asks if an allusion to the Errors of the
A.B.C.F.M. would be out of order in his speech.
974. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Wheaton, IL; April 5, 1861. 2 p.
Note: Fragment.
Writes about her journey to Wheaton and includes a catalog of letters
written between April 1861 and January 1862.
975. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. New York, NY; May 3, 1861. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about his trip to New York, and his impression of Philadelphia.
Comments on the [Civil] war and slavery. Instructs Charles A. Blanchard
to chop wood.
976. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; May 11, 1861. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about visits to friends and relatives in the East. Mentions
[Edward] Dunning's business being swallowed up by the war. Writes of
attending a Congregational Union which he calls a "thin military 'starSpangled Banner' affair." Suggests Catherine Blanchard Stoddard go to
another year of school before "thinking of anything else." Writes about
his health, and expenses.
977. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; May 13, 1861. 6 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about debts and finances. Gives instructions about pasturing the
mare. Writes about preaching for Dr. Eddy. Mentions being sorry about
Frank Hoffman, who forbade his preaching. Asks about progress on the
house and mentions paying workmen in land. Writes about the appletrees
by the house, farm instructions, and writing an evangelistic letter to
[George] Nichols.
978. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Florence, MA; May 18, 1861. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that Florence is the seat of a "community" and "come-outism."
Writes about the hope of organizing a church in Florence, plans to preach
and re-write a sermon, a revival in Haydenville, and the disunity of
Christians in Florence.
979. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Charles A. Blanchard]. Florence, MA; May 20, 1861. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; attached with letter to Mary Bent Blanchard on May 20, 1861.
Says he is to have no more play days. Gives farm instructions.
980. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Florence, MA; May 20, 1861. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; letter to Charles A. Blanchard attached.
Writes that he preached, and is staying with a farmer and his household.
Describes the country and Christians of Florence. Writes about the C. C.
Barleigh lectures in Florence and that he is working to found a church.
981. Grant, Delia E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; May 21,
[1861]. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s death, and the death of Susan's
[nee Grant?] son Grant.
982. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; May 22, 1861. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about preaching, re-writing a discourse, and finances. Writes
that he scolded Brother Curtis. Mentions acquaintances and associates.
Writes that he is uncertain whether he will raise enough money to meet
his expenses.
983. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Wheaton, IL; May 25, [1861]. 4 p.
Writes about Wheaton College news, mentioning that she saw some of the
professors. Writes that the chapel is being cleaned. Mentions that Mr.
Roberts preached and that some were pleased and others were disgusted.
Asks what Jonathan Blanchard wrote to the McChesneys. Mentions that Dea.
Gilbert blames Jonathan Blanchard for "letting those men swear to that
paper last summer" and says that she thinks Gilbert may mention that he
had to rebuke Jonathan Blanchard to the Association. Tells about progress
on the new house and mentions "wildcat money.".
984. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Hopkinton, MA; May 27, 1861. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he preached, that money is scarce, factories are closing,
that he visited relatives. Mentions that he talked to some boys about
personal salvation. Writes about news of Gen. [Benjamin Franklin]
Butler's victory at Lewall's Point. Predicts "terrible times" before the
war is over. Writes about paying Samuel [Blanchard] and perhaps the
College debt from the farm.
985. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; June 1, 1861. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he has "symptoms of colic," and that "The Anniversaries" were
not well-attended. Writes that he had "much better standing in the
Congregationalist than I had any reason to hope," and that the
Congregationalists are opposed to Dr. Cheever and the Church Anti-Slavery
Society. Says that he wants professors to read an article, and mentions
that he wrote letters to Chicago Newspapers. Writes about finding a man
for the Chemistry Department--hopes to get money to support him.
986. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Florence, MA; June 10, 1861. 4 p.
Writes that he attended a Sabbath School organizing, that he hopes to
attend the General Association of MA, and that he is becoming acquainted
with Eastern Clergy and its stand on Slavery. Asks about the frame of
the new house.
987. Blanchard, Samuel (Brother of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Milford, OH; June 10, 1861. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about an encampment near Milford [OH]--Camp Duneson. Writes about
soldier attendance at church and Chaplain McAbee, who is also a surgeon.
Mentions that Charles [H. Blanchard?] was driven to Bal[timore?] by "the
reign of terror when cecession was rife.".
988. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; June 12, 1861. 2 p.
Says he plans to attend the wedding of Lyman Williston. Mentions Mrs.
Stoddard of Middlebury. Writes about hiring a chemistry professor.
Writes that he has received news of the defeat of "our troops" in the
Civil War. Mentions Butler's victory.
989. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Florence, MA; June 17, 1861. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about preaching, and Lyman Williston's wedding. Mentions Jonathan
Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard's stop at Saratoga Springs [on their
Honeymoon]. Mentions seeing a "white whale in a great glass tub of
water" and some big snakes.
990. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; June 18, 1861. 2 p.
Sends a draft and instructions for giving the draft to [F. H.] Mather and
for cashing the draft. Encloses a letter to students of Wheaton College.
991. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to "The
Students of Wheaton College"]. Northampton, MA; June 18, 1861. 4 p.
Writes that Professor Agassig may possibly donate some fossils to the
college. Writes that they may have a possible candidate to teach Natural
Science at Wheaton College. Mentions Silliman, of Yale; Professor
Hitchcock, of Amhurst; banks and manufactories that are closing, and a
prospective Professor of Geology who probably will not come to Wheaton
College. Describes his travels and business.
992. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Florence, MA; June 20, 1861. 4 p.
Note: Torn.
Writes about fundraising for Wheaton College, and about the frame for the
new house.
993. Vaughn, Mollie H. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Newark, IL; June 22,
1861. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Maria Blanchard Cook.
994. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Paxton, IL; [June 25], 1861. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Mary J. Stearns living on Grandfather's [Oliver Lovell]
farm. Mentions the death of the boy of the family with whom she boards.
Writes of inquiries for land.
995. Williston, C. L. (Wife of John P. Williston). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; July 1, 1861. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about sending some articles with Jonathan Blanchard. Writes about
the marriage of her son Lyman to Sarah Stoddard, and Jonathan Blanchard's
work in Florence, [MA].
996. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Gerrit
Smith]. Rochester, NY; July 3, 1861. 4 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Writes that he plans to visit Smith. Mentions the NY Anti-Slavery
Society. Writes about his labors at Cincinnati and at Knox College, and
outlines Wheaton College's history and situation. Asks Smith to donate
to a fund for the salary of a Geology professor and to speak at
commencement.
997. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Saratoga Springs, NY; July 3, 1861. 4 p.
Writes that he saw the "Union Hall," the first Hotel at which they
stopped after marriage. Also writes that he preached "in the largest
parlor in town.".
998. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Hoyleton, IL; July 18, [1861]. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about her trip from Wheaton to Hoyleton.
999. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Hoyleton, IL; August 14, 1861. 2 p.
Note: Letter attached from Catherine Avery Bent to Sonora Blanchard
Kennedy on August 14, 1861.
Writes about her activities.
1000. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Sonora Blanchard
Kennedy]. n.p.; ca. August 14, 1861. 2 p.
Note: Sent with letter from Catherine Avery Bent to Mary Bent Blanchard
on August 14, 1861.
Writes about various people.
1001. A. T. C. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; August 15, 1861. 3
p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about war news and Mission Schools.
1002. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; September 2, 1861. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to send a dress to her.1003. Bent, Catherine Avery
(Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Hoyleton, IL; September 4, 1861. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family and local news. Writes of blackberries and peaches.
Mentions that [George] Nichols has no business yet. Mentions that Harry
Langworthy (who lost his wife) was refused by Mrs. Derranur[?] and was
successfully courting Jane Wellington. Writes about Caroline White's
opinion of the [Civil] War.
1004. Curtiss, E. H. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; September 23,
1861. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Relates a dream. Writes that Mr. Hobart's wife died.
1005. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Hoyleton, IL; October 12/14, 1861. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Joseph Avery Bent's trip. Mentions a preacher who calls
Jonathan Blanchard his "intellectual father." Writes about a tapestry,
genealogy, Edward Dunning's pamphlet on Thomas Jefferson, and sorghum
molasses.
1006. Sanderson, Mary L. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Clifton Springs, [ ];
October 21, 1861. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about her mother and about the religious atmosphere of the place.
1007. Beardsley, B. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; November 4,
1861. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Offers to watch Mary Bent Blanchard's children while the Blanchards move.
1008. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to
Jonathan Blanchard]. Decatur, IL; November 29, 1861. 3 p.
Describes her journey to Decatur. Says John Davis heard Jonathan
Blanchard speak in Decatur on "Popular Education." Mentions that water
did not freeze in her room.
1009. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. "Winter Quarters"; December 7, 1861. 4 p.
Says she has not yet taken the teacher's certificate exam, and that she
is teaching school. Describes travels from Mendota.
1010. Haskins, B. F. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; December 13,
1861. 3 p.
Inquires about an opening in the ministerial field.
1011. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Hoyleton, IL; December 26, 1861. 4 p.
Writes that neighbors are sewing for sick and lame soldiers, that George
W. Bent is planning to attend the General Association meeting in
Galesburg, and that [Lucius C.] Matlack is a Chaplain in the Army.
Writes about Jonathan Blanchard's receiving a study gown from students,
and mentions that Wheaton College is flourshing.
1012. Ermina F. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; December 31,
1861 [?]. 4 p.
Writes that she received Mary Bent Blanchard's photograph. Writes about
the Scarlet Fever. Writes that Josiah Pole married Miss Jackson, who was
sick in bed during the ceremony. Mentions the Soldier's Aid Society.
Says that "the talk is that Mr. Bailey will be President of the College,"
and that "the school is nearly dead." Gives local news.
1013. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to
Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; January 11, 1862. 3 p.
Asks if Jonathan Blanchard preached to the soldiers. Writes that she
held three "spelling schools." Relates her response to a proposal of
marriage.
1014. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Gerrit
Smith]. Wheaton, IL; January 13, 1862. 4 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Mentions Smith's declining to donate to Wheaton College. Asks Smith to
speak at commencement on the "State of the Nation, the War, and slavery."
Mentions his work against slavery, the Liberty Party, a political meeting
near Cincinnati in 1840, and his work against Secret Societies. Writes
about the Church trial of Rev. William Graham for teaching that Christ
sanctioned slave-holding, and about his resignation from the Presbyterian
Synod. Mentions Wheaton College's first commencement.
1015. Avery, M. E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; January 18,
1862. 3 p.
Writes about being anxious about Tommy, a student who is boarding with
the Blanchards.
1016. Avery, J. M. [Letter to Tommy]. Chicago, IL; January 22, 1862. 2 p.
Note: Contemporary Copy.
Writes that he desires Tommy to apply himself to his schoolwork.
1017. Avery, T. M. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; January 22,
1862. 1 p.
Wishes Tommy to remain with the Blanchards.
1018. Avery, T. M. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; January 26,
1862. 1 p.
Says Thomas wishes to study Bookkeeping and writing, leaving the decision
to Jonathan Blanchard. Promises to send the _Tribune_ and lumber.
1019. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; February 5, 1862. 1 p.
Note: Original Filed with the Charles A. Blanchard Papers. Letter
attached from Mary Bent Blanchard to Jonathan Blanchard, ca. February 5,
1862.
Reports on the white cow and the wood.
1020. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
n.p.; ca. February 5, 1862. 2 p.
Note: Attached with letter from Charles A. Blanchard to Jonathan
Blanchard on February 5, 1862.
Writes that Mary Bent Blanchard read one of Griffith's sermons "to the
congregation at home," that Dr. Hiatt preached. Mentions that Miss
Frangle wants Jonathan Blanchard to write a recommendation for her.
Writes about using a sewing machine, and about Maria Blanchard Cook's
wanting a crayon knife.
1021. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Hoyleton, IL; February 6, 1862. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the Blanchards' new house. Mentions a "New Year's donation
visit." Writes of the devestation of the war and mentions Mary Bent
Blanchard's visit to Downer's Grove, apparently to visit a dying soldier.
Writes that Maria Bent Nichols is expecting a baby while her husband is
out of work and that [George Nichols] is thinking of raising mules.
Writes that Hannah Bent Tyner Pettengill asks about taxes. Mentions
family members, and buying a knife for Cyrus Louis Blanchard.
1022. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; February 11, 1862. 4 p.
Writes about the birth of [George Herbert Nichols]. Says her husband, G.
M. Nichols, is discouraged. She hopes her husband will become a
Christian. Asks Jonathan Blanchard's opinion of Abraham Lincoln, and
relates her minister's opinion of him, then says she thinks Lincoln is
afraid of being called an abolitionist. Says G. M. Nichols is seeking a
governmental appointment, and she believes he did not receive one because
he is honest. Mentions that her husband had an interview with [Abraham
Lincoln.].
1023. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to
Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; February 21, 1862. 4
p.
Writes that Mr. Wright went to the Army, and that she had an offer to
teach next summer. Writes about the items she purchased and the rising
price of cotton goods.
1024. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; March 1, 1862 [?]. 4 p.
Writes that his ill health is relieved by taking calamus preserved in
maple sugar.
1025. Webster, J. C. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Hopkinton, MA; March 1,
1862. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Says he's delaying coming to Wheaton because of illness and that the
_[Christian] Era_ is much improved after "purification by fire.".
1026. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; March 5, 1862. 1 p.
Asks that Charles A. Blanchard meet him at the train.
1027. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Hoyleton, IL; March 10, 1862. 2 p.
Writes about Maria Bent Nichols's new baby [George]. Says Mr. and Mrs.
Leavits' school is prospering. Writes that measles is infecting the
area, and gives her advice on treating measles. Gives local and family
news. Says Hannah Bent Tyner Pettengill wishes to know if Jonathan
Blanchard will pay her property taxes.
Oversized.
1028. Conard, Jennie. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Franklin Grove, IL; March
15, 1862. 6 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about her illness, and the reason why she quit teaching. Writes
of leaving Wheaton [College], and of being accused of "dishonest
intentions.".
1029. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Paxton, IL; March 17, [1862]. 1 p.
Writes that she is visiting Paxton and may teach there.
1030. C. S. C. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Bloomington, [ ]; March 18,
1862. 3 p.
Inquires about the price of housing and indicates a desire to move to
Wheaton. Writes that there is no Congregational minister or church
building for Wednesday night meetings.
1031. Bascom, P. S. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Dover, [ ]; April 1, 1862.
4 p.
Writes about Jonathan Blanchard's visit, illness in the family, and
working once a week for soldiers.
1032. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Dover, [ ]; April 1, 1862. 3 p.
Writes about President Wallace of Monmouth and about sleeping with
chloroform. Gives farm instructions.
1033. Dunning, Catherine Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
New Haven, CT; April 1, 1862. 4 p.
Mentions that Kitty Dunning is a possible candidate for a position at
Wheaton College. Writes about friends lost in the Civil War.
1034. Lovejoy, Owen. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Washington, DC; April 5,
1862. 2 p.
Writes that he asked Steward for Jonathan Blanchard to be appointed to go
to the Dissenters in England, or to bear a treaty to Mexico. Says, "I
think that the anti-slavery world moves, though slowly.".
1035. Avery, M. E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; April 8, 1862.
4 p.
Writes about Tommy [Stanford?]'s school and piano studies, about Jonathan
Blanchard's ill health, and about her family's health.
1036. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Owen Lovejoy].
Wheaton, IL; [April 11, 1862]. 4 p.
Note: Draft.
A response to Lovejoy's letter about the possibility of Jonathan
Blanchard carrying a treaty to Mexico, or sending Jonathan Blanchard "to
the dissenters in England.".
1037. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Owen Lovejoy].
Wheaton, IL; April 11, 1862. 2 p.
Note: Draft; Written on the back of a receipt for linseed oil dated
October 18, 1861.
Writes that Jonathan Blanchard is willing to undertake government work as
bearer of a treaty to Mexico, if he is not required to break the Sabbath.
1038. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to
Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard]. Decatur, IL; April 11, 1862.
4 p.
Writes about teaching school and not being satisfied with the pay.
Mentions that she sought a new position, and then turned one down. Says
she had three offers of marriage in three weeks. Mentions "Uncle.".
1039. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Hoyleton, IL; April 12/14, 1862. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the birth of George W. Bent's daughter, [Minnie Bent].
Mentions the death of Mr. Bukarth, Writes of the possibility of
travelling east, or to Iowa. Mentions that Mrs. Conant lost a finger.
1040. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; April 23, 1862. 6 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Wait Talcott and his wife, with whom Jonathan Blanchard and
Mary Bent Blanchard are to stay during the State Association meeting.
Writes of preaching and finding Charles A. Blanchard a farm job with Mr.
Johnson. Gives instructions for Charles A. Blanchard's departure, and
farm instructions. Writes of his health, the Staugh's boy, and the
"Schotts" woman.
1041. eBlanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; April 23, [1862]. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the arrival of Charles A. Blanchard. Writes about his
health, and says that he is sending 18 pigeons to Mary Bent Blanchard.
Sends farm instructions, and says "don't forget some osage orange
plants.".
1042. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Hoyleton, IL; April 24, 1862. 4 p.
Writes that Jonathan Blanchard attended to her taxes. Asks Jonathan
Blanchard's apinion on a business matter. Mentions Blanchard
[Pettengill]'s studies, and conversions in the local church.
1043. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Decatur, IL; April 24, 1862. 4 p.
Writes about "Uncle," teaching school, her health, and wedding plans.
1044. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Byron, IL; May 2, 1862. 4 p.
Writes that he is unable to hire Mr. Stauch. Says he took strychnine and
pie plant wine with raw eggs for his health, and that he is "utterly
unfit to resume duty at Wheaton." Mentions hunting with Charles A.
Blanchard. Says he is thinking of starting a paper if Bascom comes to
Wheaton, and that he is hoping for a government job abroad. Gives
instructions for work on the house.
1045. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; May 4, 1862. 3 p.
Asks about her trunk and asks for a Singing Book.
1046. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Byron, IL; May 5, 1862. 4 p.
Note: Torn.
Writes that he hunted and attended church, and that he is taking
treatment for worms. Describes his health. Writes that Milo Smith and
his wife petitioned the church "to commune under the role," and that Dr.
Helms took communion. Writes about spiritualism.
1047. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Wheaton, IL; May 7 [or 8], 1862. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Mr. Platt's and Carlos Haven's deaths, and mentions that Mr.
Bascom preached. Says that Mr. and Mrs. Hagerdone and their daughter
were granted church membership. Mentions a visit from Beardsley and
Brother Adams. Mentions that [Wheaton] College matters "move on well."
Writes of the birth of a calf, a church meeting and communion.
1048. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Byron, IL; May 12, [1862]. 2 p.
Note: Original Filed with the Charles A. Blanchard Papers.
Writes about the Johnson farm.
1049. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; May 15, 1862. 3 p.
Thanks Mary Bent Blanchard for a box of things. Says Cousin Mary had a
baby. Asks for a hymn book.
1050. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Hoyleton, IL; May 16, 1862. 2 p.
Writes that she is going to visit George W. Bent in Iowa. Mentions the
crops. Writes about Dr. Holbrook, a homeopath. Writes about Jonathan
Blanchard giving Catherine Avery Bent a Testament.
Oversized.
1051. Farrar, Laura Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; June 6/8, 1862. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about her arrival in Chicago and future plans. Writes about the
death of Emma Sawyer and Mr. Sawyer's financial distress. Mentions that
Mr. Boyer preached. Writes about John [Stearns] (who was wounded) and
Confederate prisoners in Chicago.
1052. Clark, Catherine Dunning (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Barnesville, OH; June 9, 1862. 4 p.
Writes that she gained noteriety in town for teaching a Sunday School
class in a settlement of free blacks. Asks Jonathan Blanchard for advice
on how to proceed. Writes about teaching school.
1053. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Bois'd Arc School; June 11, 1862. 4 p.
Writes about working for the board, and about Mr. Clark's child's
(Newtie) death by diptheria.
1054. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Selima
Blanchard Allen]. n.p.; June 23, 1862. 4 p.
Writes that Mrs. Butts is spreading rumors.
1055. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Burr Oak, IA; July 8, 1862. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family members. Mentions hearing that Jonathan Blanchard
was ill. Writes about travel, and George W. Bent's farm.
1056. Hall, Mary. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Whitewater, WI; July 10, 1862.
3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about herself as a potential music teacher and says she will visit
Wheaton. Mentions Kittie Hall [sister of the writer], and Miss Tyler--a
potential Pricipal.
1057. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Prospect City, IL; July 12/14, 1862. 8 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about getting subscribers for "the paper," and his weariness. Says
that he is to preach and that he feels the pressure of people's
expectations of his preaching. Writes that Julia Glover married George
Campbell. Gives farm instructions about the fence posts. Writes about
fundraising for Wheaton College and dreading it. He says, "I believe I
have a mission and that the college and the paper ... are a part of it;"
"I am unfit to originate and be a sort of center and leader of a
_movement_...." Sees himself as lacking the ability to spark enthusiasm
in others, "... come to what you are--nothing!!" Talks about money for
Catherine Blanchard Stoddard, and mentions Catherine Blanchard Stoddard's
upcoming wedding and a melodeon. Says, "I am sorry to be so miserably
destitute of means." Sends a p.s. to Catherine Blanchard Stoddard about
honoring her mother.
1058. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Gerritt
Smith]. Wheaton, IL; July 22, 1862. 4 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Thanks Smith for sending money. Gives personal history and writes about
his anti-slavery activity. Mentions the 6th Presbyterian Church, Knox
College, human inventions in church and worship, his leaving Knox, the
Religion of Reason, Angels and Devils, and Wheaton College debts and
faculty.
1059. Fretts, Christine. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Lane, IL; July 30,
[ca. 1862]. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about teaching and thanks Mary Bent Blanchard for books and
papers. Writes that her sister is ill with consumption.
1060. Smith, Gerrit (Abolitionist). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]; July 30,
1862. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; barely legible.
Says he will be glad to have Jonathan Blanchard visit. Writes about the
"Religion of Reason" vs. the "Religion of Christ." Says he will suscribe
to the _Christian Era_.1061. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB).
[Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Byron, IL; August 1, [1862]. 3 p.
Note: Original filed with the Charles A. Blanchard Papers. Embossed with
the seal of the College.
Answers Jonathan Blanchard's objections to his [entering the army.]
Mentions farm work.
1062. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Galena, IL; August 4, 1862. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about preaching, travel plans, the paper, and reasons for not
running for congress. Mentions Cunningham, who is Presbyterian and says
he "will take care that he [Cunningham] does not make the
[Congregational] Church at Nora Presbyterian." Mentions debts.
1063. Sanderson, E. L. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Edgartown, [ ];
September 6, 1862. 2 p.
Note: Letter attached from Mary L. Sanderson to Mary Bent Blanchard, ca.
September 6, 1862.
Thanks Mary Bent Blanchard for a photograph. Mentions deaths in the
family.
1064. Sanderson, Mary L. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; ca. September 6,
1862. 2 p.
Note: Enclosed with letter from E. L. Sanderson to Mary Bent Blanchard,
September 6, 1862.
Writes about acquaintances.
1065. Conard, Jennie (Former Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Franklin Grove, IL; September 11, 1862. 3 p.
Writes that she is looking for a teaching position.
1066. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; October 24, 1862. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about moving mishaps and gifts. Mentions that J. P. Stoddard is
working for the _Era_, and mentions receiving a letter from Jonathan
Blanchard full of advice.
1067. Tirtlot, William M. (Former Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Bowling Green, OH; November 8, 1862. 4 p.
Writes about his sister, Mary, and his brother. Says he thinks Jonathan
Blanchard would make a better general than Gen. Ward, his general, who is
a drunkard. Writes about election for officers, and about having
performed the duties of a 2nd lieutenant.
1068. Whittier, A. E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; November 25,
1862. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about a sewing machine and work among children. Mentions the
marriage of Catherine Blanchard Stoddard.
1069. Sanderson, Mary L. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL;
December 15, 1862. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Sends payment for the _Christian Era_. Writes about her family's health,
Louise, and Catherine Blanchard Stoddard.
1070. Dill, J. H. (Chaplain 89th IL, C Brig, 2 Div.). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; December 26, 1862. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he is unable to visit Jonathan Blanchard and that he sent a
bill to Prof. Baker to be remitted to Dill's wife.
1071. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to "Loved
ones at home"]. Byron, IL; December 26, 1862. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about letters from family members, a revival, and prayer meetings
with Brother Penfield. Mentions Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent
Blanchard's heavy cares and Wheaton College debt. Expresses her desire
to unite with a church.
1072. Stoddard, James Philemon (Husband of CBS). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Byron, IL; December 26, 1862. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about a revival, L. Reed's [court] case, and reception of the
_[Christian] Era_ in Byron.
1073. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Maria Blanchard Cook].
n.p.; [1863]. 2 p.
Writes about family members and mentions that Maria Blanchard Cook plans
to attend Mt. Holyoke Seminary.
1074. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
n.p.; [ca. 1863]. 1 p.
Note: Fragment.
Writes that the adopted son of Deacon Williston died. Mentions Maria
Blanchard Cook's plans to attend Mt. Holyoke Seminary and writes about
staying with Maria Bent Nichols.
1075. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; [ca. 1863 ?]. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about her return to Byron via Rockford and her stay at [Rockford]
Seminary.
1076. Blanchard, Samuel (Brother of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard and
Maria Blanchard Cook]. n.p.; [ca. January 1863]. 4 p.
Writes to Maria Blanchard Cook that she has usurped Catherine Blanchard
Stoddard's place in his heart, now that Catherine Blanchard Stoddard is
married. To Mary Bent Blanchard he writes about family members,
mentioning that Katy Blanchard visited Congress and that Cyrus Lewis
Blanchard and Mary A. Blanchard had a new daughter.
1077. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Dr. A. W. Freeman].
Wheaton, IL; January 24, 1863. 1 p.
Note: Misdated January 24, 1862; Freeman returned the letter with his
address.
Asks for his present address.
1078. Freeman, A. W. (Physician). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; January
27, 1863. 1 p.
Note: Written on the letter from Mary Bent Blanchard to Freeman [January
24, 1863], in which she requests his address.
Sends his address.
1079. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard; Stoddard, James Philemon (Daughter and Sonin-Law of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL;
February 11, 1863. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Write about Jennie, the case of Mr. L. Reed, Mr. Bascom, and that they
will not be able to visit Wheaton.
1080. Pettengill, Lucy (Wife of Moses Pettengill). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; February 17, 1863. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Sends names of new subscribers to the _Christian Era_. Writes that they
moved and sends money.
1081. Blanchard, William S. [?]. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. [?]; March 3,
1863. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Copy of a letter describing a young man's conversion at Ludlow, VT.
1082. Lass, Mary C. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; March 18,
[1863]. 3 p.
Writes about her mother's death and mentions that she got married.
1083. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Rev. S. S. Jocelyn [sec. AHMS]]. Wheaton, IL; April, 1863. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; note of recommendation from George B. Hubbard for Rev. and
Mrs. Lyman is attached.
Recommendation of Rev. T. Lyman and his wife "respecting work among the
Freed-men." Mentions Wheaton College debt.
1084. Baker, Matthias. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Middle Grove, IL; April
3, 1863. 1 p.
Writes that he will delay joining a church.
1085. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; April 9, 1863. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about raising money for Wheaton College. Mentions that Carpenter
advised Jonathan Blanchard not to go to Wheaton.
1086. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; April 13, 1863. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about her journey from Chicago to Tarrytown via train. Writes
about [George] Nichols' health and deteriorating mental state, and Maria
Bent Nichols's new baby [George H. Nichols]. Mentions Mary Bent
Blanchard's responsibilities. Mentions that Catherine Bent Dunning had a
fall, and that Joe is doing well at College. Writes about family
members.
Oversized.
1087. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; May 7/9/[11]/[12], 1863. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about [George] Nichol's physical and mental health and Maria Bent
Nichols's renting out of the house. Gives family news. Asks if Jonathan
Blanchard will preach the dedication sermon in George W. Bent's new
church. Writes about Mr. Lewis' sermons. Writes of new [Wheaton]
settlers and the hope that the Wheaton College debt would be paid soon.
Mentions Nora Blanchard Kellogg singing in a concert. Mentions the
Blanchards' prolific cats and the Blanchards' bees.
1088. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; May 12, 1863. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about ill health, being caught in a blizzard during a carriage
ride to Harvard, [IL], Miss Parsons returning from the war, and rabbits
in the garden.
1089. Skeel, Carrie (Former Wheaton College Student, Academic Dept.). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Florid, IL; May 19, 1863. 3 p.
Mentions a student prayer meeting and a neighborhood prayer meeting.
Writes that she joined a church. Writes about a sewing circle.
1090. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Genesco, IL; May 27, 1863. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he saw Dr. Hiatt and received "a just result," and that he
missed the train. Writes about boarding with George S. Perry, and a
letter from George Whipple. Mentions that Boynton is "at his old tricks"
and that he wants to have nothing to do with him. Writes of
Presbyterianism, and the New York and Cincinnati boards. Writes about
the prospect for selling the farm at a good price, and mentions that
Neely's daughter is married.
1091. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Genesco, IL; May 29, 1863. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives report on Association Meeting and a resolution on the _Christian
Era_. Writes that Brother Patton preached. Writes about his plans to go
to Galesburg.
1092. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; June 6, 1863. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family and local news, the cancellation of the Wheaton
College debt, [George] Nichols' physical and mental health, moving, the
new house, and items sent to Mary Bent Blanchard.
1093. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Hoyleton, IL; June 21, 1863. 4 p.
Says that G. M. Nichols is "a wreck," and that she is boarding with a
woman named Townsley. Mentions new families in the area. Says Mr. Davis
lost his brother MaKee in the battle of Vicksburg. Mentions holding a
strawberry festival for the soldiers. Asks for a photograph.
1094. Dunning, Catherine Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
New Haven, CT; July 7, 1863. 4 p.
Writes that Edward Dunning returned to the military near Cumberland, and
that a soldier engaged to a local girl was killed at Gettysburg. Writes
about the strain that study puts on the mind.
1095. Tupper, Cornelia A. (Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Cass, [ ]; July 8, 1863. 4 p.
Expects to return to Wheaton College. Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to inform
Miss Northway that she expects to return to Wheaton.
1096. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; July 10/20, 1863. 2 p.
Writes about G. M. Nichols' ailments, about sending old clothes to Mary
Bent Blanchard, and about Jane and Emmiline, (Nichols' sisters) who
visited him in the assylum. Says that Edward Dunning cut short a twentyday leave from the military upon hearing of an invasion of Maryland and
Pennsylvania. Mentions Wheaton College commencement.
1097. Sanderson, Mary L. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; July
22, 1863.
Writes about a subscription to the _Christian Era_ and about her mother.
1098. Blanchard, Kate (CLB's daughter; niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Paxton, IL; July 23, 1863. 2 p.
Writes that Confederate troops were within sight of her house, and that
she is sending a trunk and carpetbag, express. Writes about the capture
of Capt. John, about the drought, and about the wickedness of the
neighbors.
Oversized.
1099. Hand, Millie. [Letter to "Friend"]. n.p.; July 30, 1863. 2 p.
Writes about her siblings and says her brothers might be drafted.
1100. Bent, Joseph Avery (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Hoyleton, IL; August 5, 1863. 4 p.
Writes that he attended the State Association meeting at Genesco. Writes
about Wheaton College being out of debt, about plans to open a school in
Hoyleton, and about preaching. Mentions "National successes." Says a
severe frost cut the peach crop, and he plans to raise some cotton.
1101. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Hoyleton, IL; August 7, 1863. 3 p.
Subscribes to the _Christian Era_. Writes about Mr. Davis, the local
minister. Says that threats from the Copperheads caused the Seminary to
be guarded.
1102. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Rock River, IL; August 14/22, 1863. 4 p.
Writes about her sidesaddle, and about a new house and furnishings.
1103. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Gerrit
Smith]. Wheaton, IL; September 7, 1863. 2 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Writes that he is planning to go to Boston to attend an AMA meeting, and
speak on behalf of freedmen. Says he is working to establish Wheaton
College. Describes Presbyterian control of most Illinois Colleges. Says
he wishes to visit Smith. Writes that Wheaton College's debt is paid,
and that he plans to preach before the American Missionary Association.
1104. Blanchard, Samuel (Brother of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard and Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Milford, OH; September 7, 1863. 2 p.
Says he tried to convince his brother to move to Wheaton.
1105. Wells, Julia T. (Galesburg friend of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; September 8, 1863. 4 p.
Writes about her subscription to the _Christian Era_. Writes that Carrie
is married, and her husband is "awaiting orders." Writes that her son
Johnnie is in Logan's division of Grant's Army, and that Henry is in the
112th Regt. of IL volunteers. Writes that the Universalists are building
a church.
1106. Shipherd, J. R. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; September
12, 1863. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Says he is sending his "young friend" to her.
1107. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; September 14, 1863. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Catherine Avery Bent travelling to Massachusetts, Catherine
Avery Bent's health, and her baby's health [George H. Nichols].
1108. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Boston, MA; September 16, 1863. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about his trip to Boston, and being seasick and colicy. Mentions
Maria Blanchard Cook, who is traveling with him. Writes of his plans.
Mentions the Tract House.
1109. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to
Jonathan Blanchard]. n.p.; ca. September 16, 1863. 1 p.
Note: Attached to a letter from J. P. Stoddard to Jonathan Blanchard,
dated September 16, 1863.
Writes about a toothache, and about J. P. Stoddard having shot five
quail.
1110. Stoddard, James Philemon (Husband of CBS). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Byron, IL; September 16, 1863. 4 p.
Note: Note attached from Catherine Blanchard Stoddard to Jonathan
Blanchard, ca. September 16, 1863.
Sends subscription money to _The Christian Era_ for Deacon J. Rood and
Charles Fisher. Writes about the Sunday School Picnic. Says a Church
committee has raised money for his support, and he is thinking of
applying to the AHMS for further money. Mentions having preached a
funeral sermon, describes his farm situation, and says he plans to join
the army.
1111. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Wheaton, IL; September 21, 1863. 2 p.
Writes that Mr. Austin is working on plastering, that there is but one
tea drinker among her boarders, and that Nora Blanchard Kellogg won a
second prize at the fair for her stockings. Writes about her boarders.
1112. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; September 22, 1863. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Says he wants the plastering done on the house prior to the frost.
Writes about news of the battle between [William Starke] Rosecrans and
[Braxton] Bragg and that it may affect the value of gold. Says he will
go to Rosecrans Army, if he can get sent. Sends $1.00 to Mr. Hand for
[Moses] Pettengill's paper. Asks about $60.00 from Jones Harding.
1113. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; September 22, 1863. 4 p.
Says she attended a lecture by Mr. Vincent of Rockford. Writes that J.
P. Stoddard performed a marriage ceremony for an old man, to his sixth
wife. Suggests adding soda to pie crust, and says she drinks Valerian
for her nerves.
1114. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; September [23 or 25], 1863. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy (Original filed with Charles A. Blanchard Papers).
Letter from Mary Bent Blanchard to Jonathan Blanchard sent with this
letter.
Writes about progress on the house, Mr. Mott, and Mr. Mather.
1115. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Wheaton, IL; September [23 or 25], 1863. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Sent with letter from Charles A. Blanchard to Jonathan
Blanchard.
Writes about Charles A. Blanchard, Mr. Austin, progress on the house, and
Maria Blanchard Cook.
1116. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; September 24, 1863. 6 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about his ill health. Cautions Mary Bent Blanchard against
sleeping in rooms with wet plaster. Writes about the upcoming Anniversary
of the American Mission Association. Sends $1.00 for Dea. Pomeroy's
paper. Says that he thinks Charles A. Blanchard ought to take Latin and
Greek if possible. Gives farm instructions. Mentions that it hurts him
to read and write. Writes about Pomeroy's grapes. Mentions that he
refused to preach. Writes about lumber for the parlor door.
1117. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; September 26, 1863. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Advises Mary Bent Blanchard to take Brandreth's pills. Writes that he
wants Charles A. Blanchard to succeed and to take Latin and Greek. Gives
building instructions.
1118. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Wheaton, IL; September 29, 1863. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about daily chores, and progress on the house. Mentions that
Selima wished to be a missionary and "should love to go and teach the
contrabands." Mentions that Mr. Markham preached. Writes of Mary Barker,
who also wishes to do missionary work. Mentions starting to have
breakfast prior to morning exercises. Says that Mr. Staunch is selling
potatoes. Writes that there are 130 Wheaton College students. Says that
Miss Holcomb and Miss Tirtlot are giving lessons. Writes about boarders.
1119. Blanchard, Jonathan. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; [October, 1863
?]. 2 pp.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Mary Bent Blanchard's sleep and health and writes that he is
to visit Gerritt Smith.
1120. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Pelham, MA; October 2, 1863. 6 p.
Note: RPFC.
Talks about being in the mountains for his health, hunting, and the town.
Writes that he left Maria Blanchard Cook in a large house with 360 girls.
1121. Skeel, Carrie. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Granville, IL; October 3,
1863. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about attending school, Lizzie Turner, and school activities.
1122. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Pelham, MA; October 5, 1863. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about his health, having preached and given communion, building
instructions, and plans to go bee-ing.
1123. Sanford, Vannie. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Nashua, IA; October 5,
1863. 3 p.
Writes that her mother was going to unite with the local church, now
pastorless. Mentions that the Congregationalist Society is small. Says
her brother Scott is attending Upper Iowa University. Asks for a photo.
1124. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Pelham, MA; October 7, 1863. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Says he will inquire about a teaching position among freedmen for Selima
and Miss Barker. Mentions various people.
1125. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard and the children]. Pelham, MA; October 7, 1863. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about hunting, bee-ing, health, having climbed a chestnut tree,
and having sent letters.1126. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton
College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; October 9, 1863. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about his plans, and mentions hearing that the _Congressional
Quarterly_ had his article on Eldership in it. Mentions Dexter's article
on Eldership in the Iowa Newsletter. Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to ask Mr.
Hand to re-write his article. Gives building instructions.
1127. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; October 11, 1863. 2 p.
Writes that she miscounted the months of her pregnancy and asks Mary Bent
Blanchard to come and stay with her.
1128. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; October 12, 1863. 1 p.
Note: Letter contains numerous corrections by Jonathan Blanchard.
Jonathan Blanchard returned a letter to Charles A. Blanchard on October
25, 1863.
Writes about progress of work on the house. Writes that Howard shot two
river snipes. Mentions a trip to the mill.
1129. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; October 12, 1863. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about sight-seeing around Boston.
1130. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard and children]. Pelham, MA; October 13, 1863. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about his activities--hunting and picking chestnuts. Writes about
his health. Mentions that he is saving two bird wings for Nora Blanchard
Kellogg and Sonora Blanchard Kennedy.
1131. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Wheaton, IL; October 13, 1863. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about local people, progress on the building, prayer meeting, the
upcoming Sunday School Excursion, and a new calf.
1132. Bliss, C. P. (Mother of Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Providence, IL; October 13, 1863. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she is sending Howard [Bliss] to Wheaton because of its "high
toned Christian and moral character," and that she is sending peaches.
1133. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Hopkinton, MA; October 21, 1863. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives building instructions. Writes about his plans, mentioning that he
may preach at Dr. Sweetzer's church. Writes about looking for a
Professor of Rhetoric and Logic. Writes about his health and says, "I
believe more and more in prayer." Gives instructions for paying debts and
writes that he sent a $25.00 draft on Mr. Williston. Writes about a new
calf to supply winter meat. Mentions an upcoming meeting for which he
has a sermon written. Sends instructions about printing a poem by Owen
Lovejoy in the _[Christian] Era_.
1134. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Wheaton, IL; October 21/22, 1863. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about her plans to visit Catherine Blanchard Stoddard. Mentions
that Martin Brown is selling his house to [George H.] Collier and that
Mr. Montgomery is buying Collier's house. Mentions that Brother Rawson is
selling his house and land. Writes of Mrs. Stauch and her potatoes.
Mentions visiting Jesse Wheaton "about that land." Mentions Wheaton
College student prayer meetings. Mentions that Jonathan Blanchard's
views on secret societies pleased Mr. Juelson.
1135. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; October 21, 1863. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family members, the _Christian Era_, and local people.
1136. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Charles A.
Blanchard]. Hopkinton, MA; October 25, 1863. 1 p.
Note: Written on Charles A. Blanchard's letter to Jonathan Blanchard of
October 12, 1863.
Criticizes Charles A. Blanchard's letter for punctuation and
incompleteness, saying he will not show it to Mr. Williston. Asks him to
write a perfect letter about religion, want, Wheaton College, and home.
1137. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; October 27, 1863. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about being delayed, saying that "professors and professorships
are not picked up in an afternoon." Tells Mary Bent Blanchard to "go
cheerfully" to visit Catherine Blanchard Stoddard.
1138. Blanchard, William Walter (Brother of JB). [Letter to [Mary Bent
Blanchard]]. Paxton, IL; November 2, 1863. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about his stepchildren and their spiritual state. Mentions that
the crops are ruined. Writes of financial matters, saying that he bought
land. Says that he will possibly have to teach. Mentions having trouble
with his stepchildren, and the possibility of adopting some new way of
providing for himself.
1139. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; November 9, 1863. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Says she went to a meeting on behalf of the freedmen and heard Mr. Davis
speak. Mentions that she received a gift of a photo album. Mentions
that she read a report of a meeting at Hopkinton, and read Henry Ward
Beecher's address at Manchester. Writes about [William Starke] Rosecrans
being "deposed." Writes of attending lectures on "Cultivation of the
Human Voice" from Professor Monroe. Mentions finding a cousin--Mary
Forbes.
1140. Bliss, C. P. (Mother of Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Providence, IL; November 11, 1863. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Howard [Bliss], who is staying with the Blanchards, and
discussion topics of gentlemen visitors.
1141. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Geritt
Smith]. Chicago, IL; November 12, 1863. 4 p.
Challenges Smith to read a review of Lyell on the Antiquity of Man, and
says he will read Mrs. Child's books and "endeavor to beat you in candor
and frankness." Mentions an article on Spiritualism in _The Eclectic
Magazine_. Thanks Mrs. Smith for taking care of him, and warns her
against spiritualism. Mentions an article on The Antiquity of Man in _The
Eclectic Magazine_, a review of Prof. Wilson, and Prof. Wilson's speech on
blacks and mulatoes.
1142. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to William
Claflin]. Wheaton, IL; November 17, 1863. 3 p.
Writes that he desires J. C. Webster to come to Wheaton College, saying
he met with Webster's brother, and is concerned about endowing Webster's
professorship. Describes the difficulty of living a Christian life in
American politics, and asks Claflin to use his political position to
attempt to obtain donations for Webster's professorship.
1143. Blanchard, Cyrus Lewis (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; November 19, 1863. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; torn, affecting text.
Writes about family members.
1144. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; November 25, 1863. 6 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family members and local people. Writes about [George]
Nichols' ill health and death. Writes about her travels in the East and
Mr. Todd's sermon.
1145. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; November 30, 1863. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about his health, Warren and Jesse Wheaton seeming "willing to
sign a bond to deed those lots." Mentions J. P. Stoddard telling
Jonathan Blanchard that he did not praise Markham and Collins enough.
Mentions that H. L. Hammond preached, Jonathan Blanchard having preached
at Dr. [Edward] Beecher's. Says that Henry is "sinking with drink. Says,
"stick to your opposition to beer and intoxicating drinks, but push . . .
for something I can drink or your opposition will be useless." Gives
farm instructions.
1146. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; November 30, 1863. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that her sore breast was cured with lard, hops and hot carmel.
Writes of family members. Includes a letter to Mary Bent Blanchard on
November 28, 1863.
1147. Fischer, Julia Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; December 8, 1863. 1 p.
Note: Letter attached from Catherine Blanchard Stoddard to Mary Bent
Blanchard, dated December 8/10, 1863.
Asks if Mr. Galloway joined the army. Talks about having walked on ice.
1148. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; December 8/10, 1863. 1 p.
Note: Attached with letter from Julia Blanchard Fischer to Mary Bent
Blanchard, dated December 8, 1863.
Asks if Mary Bent Blanchard received some letters.
1149. Blanchard, Charles H. (Son of Samuel Blanchard; Nephew of JB and MAB).
[Letter to [Mary Bent Blanchard]]. Chicago, IL; December 15, 1863. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about his future plans--perhaps to enlist in the Army.
1150. Bliss, C. P. (Mother of Wheaton College student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Providence, IL; December 17, 1863. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about her son and husband. Recommends Faber's _Napoleon III: The
Man of Prophecy_.
1151. Women's Loyal National League, by order of Susan B. Anthony. [Letter to
[Mary Bent Blanchard]]. New York; December 17, 1863. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the work for Universal Emancipation. Asks Mary Bent
Blanchard to work for donations.
1152. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to
Jonathan Blanchard]. Byron, IL; December 19, [1863]. 3 p.
Note: RPFC; note from J. P. Stoddard attached.
Writes about family members, misunderstanding over some papers, and the
_[Christian] Era_.
1153. Stoddard, James Philemon (Husband of CBS). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Byron, IL; December 19, [1863]. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; attached with a letter from Catherine Blanchard Stoddard to
Jonathan Blanchard on December 19, [1863].
Invitation to the church in Brimfield, "with a view of becoming its
Pastor." Writes about Mr. Bowman and a commission from the AHMS.
1154. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; December 22, 1863. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the Willistons. Describes her room and its furnishings.
Mentions Jonathan Blanchard having lost money. Asks, "Has Mr. [Warren]
Wheaton deeded the land to the college[?]" and says she heard that the
_[Christian] Era_ printing office burned. Mentions the death of Judge
Blanchard. Mentions Vermont men enlisting.
1155. Carpenter, H. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Downers Grove, IL; December
23, 1863. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about funeral arrangements for Captain Blanchard.
1156. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; December 24, 1863. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; sent with letter from J. P. Stoddard to Mary Bent Blanchard
on December 24, 1863.
Writes about family members: Ann, Williston B. Stoddard, Charles A.
Blanchard, Julia Blanchard Fischer, and Miss [Lizzie] Hennessey.
1157. Stoddard, James Philemon (Husband of CBS). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Byron, IL; December 24, 1863. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; letter from Catherine Blanchard Stoddard to Mary Bent
Blanchard attached.
Writes about family members and rabbit trapping.
1158. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; January 11, 1864. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about naming Williston B. Stoddard. Mentions being invited to
five turkey suppers. Writes of sewing and having an Ambrotype taken of
Julia Blanchard Fischer and Williston B. Stoddard. Writes about the
possibility of Charles A. Blanchard teaching in the area, the cold
weather, and paying debts.
1159. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; January 12, 1864. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Jonathan Blanchard's ill health, Charles A. Blanchard's
sleigh, and hopes that Mary Bent Blanchard will not take as many
boarders. Writes that she received a letter from Catherine Avery Bent.
Mentions a new Stewart Stove, and a melodian. Writes about her spiritual
state. Mentions carrying food to the sick.
1160. Farrar, Laura Stearns (Niece of MAB and JB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; January 12, 1864. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about looking for a job in Chicago, Mr. McCabe preaching, local
people, family members, and Mrs. Hemmney having had a baby girl.
1161. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; January 17, 1864. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Says she is planning to arrive in Wheaton on Saturday.
1162. Bliss, C. P. (Mother of Wheaton College student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Providence, IL; January 21, 1864. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she is anxious due to receiving no letter from Howard
[Bliss].
1163. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; February 5/9, 1864. 6 p.
Suggests unfermented cider for Jonathan Blanchard's ill health, and
writes about her sister Nancy's ill health. Writes about a revival and
new church members.
1164. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Redfield, IA; February 6, 1864. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he is intending to stay in Iowa two or three weeks.
1165. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
S. S. Jocelyn]. Wheaton, IL; February 10, 1864. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Letter of recommendation for Rev. Mr. Besse--"not much of a preacher."
Writes about Prof. [Oscar F.] Lumry and says, "I am vexed and perplexed
about Chicago matters.".
1166. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. n.p.; February 12, 1864. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Says she is invited to spend part of vacation with Mr. and Mrs. Washburn,
and that Dr. Kirk [President of the Board of Mt. Holyoke Seminary] spoke.
Writes about her spiritual state.
1167. Farrar, Laura Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard and family]. Chicago, IL; February 13, 1864. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; torn, affecting text.
Writes about local people and the spotted fever epidemic.
1168. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard]. Dunton, IL; February 15, 1864. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Original filed with Charles A. Blanchard papers.
Writes that he received his teaching certificate by examination [in
Chicago]. Writes that Mr. Hubbard preached. Writes about his first
teaching experience.
1169. Farrar, Laura Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; February 25, 1864. 3 p.
Note: RPFC; fragment?
Writes of [Robinson S.] Lockwood, "a college chum of Uncle's.".
1170. Fischer, Julia Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; February 29, 1864. 1 p.
Writes that she wants Geraldine Blanchard Fischer and Sonora Blanchard
Kennedy to write.
1171. Stearns, John O. (Nephew of JB and MAB). [Letter to "Friends at Wheaton"].
Red River; ca. March-April, 1864. 2 p.
Describes Civil War Army experiences. Talks about a hard campaign.
1172. Blanchard, Cyrus Lewis (Brother of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Ticonderoga, NY; March 2, 1864. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about business being poor due to the war, his children, the
corrupt country, and family members. Writes about attempting to buy a
place for a church from a woman "by the name of Benedict" and asks
Jonathan Blanchard to deal with her. Mentions that one may travel to
Ticonderoga by rail and steam boat now.
Oversized.
1173. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. South Hadley, MA; March 2, 1864. 4 p.
Writes about teachers at South Hadley Female Seminary. Writes that
Professor Hitchcock of Amherst was buried. Says she will need a white
dress for anniversary exercises.
1174. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. South Hadley, MA; March 3, 1864. 2 p.
Writes about Jonathan Blanchard's having sold the farm.
1175. Pettengill, Moses (Friend and benefactor of JB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; March 3, 1864. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the death of his wife and says that she wanted Mary Bent
Blanchard to have a set of furs.
1176. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; March 4, 1864. 2 pp.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about her ill health and mentions that Mrs. Rood's daughter is
helping with the housework.
1177. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to George
Whipple]. Wheaton, IL; March 5, 1864. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Recommends Rev. Mr. Besse and mentions the "new organization" in Chicago.
1178. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; March 12, 1864. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about her health and about having a buggy built. Writes that
Jonathan Blanchard lent money to Mr. Gerald and asks if Jonathan
Blanchard sold farm to Mr. Sanderson.
1179. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Dunton, IL; March 15, 1864. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Original filed with Charles A. Blanchard Papers.
Says, "the young men here are godless." Writes about drinking and the
religious state of Dunton.
1180. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to George
Whipple]. Wheaton, IL; March 21, 1864. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Asks, on behalf of student Mr. Montgomery, for the amount expended by
Whipple's organization. Recommends Rev. Calvin Feemster to Whipple.
Says Feemster fled Mississippi to avoid conscription. Writes about
Jeff[erson] Davis.
1181. Bliss, C. P. (Mother of Wheaton College student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Providence, IL; March 21, 1864. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Mr. Bliss' illness, and bringing some freedmen from St.
Louis.
1182. Wiley, A. C. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Washington, DC; March 25,
1864. 1 p.
Writes that Owen Lovejoy is moribund. Mentions flower seeds.
1183. Conard, Jennie. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Franklin Grove, IL; March
28, 1864. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Says she is interested in work among the freedmen, and desires a
recommendation from Jonathan Blanchard. Writes about Miss Cook and
encloses a form from the Northwestern Freedmen's Aid Commmission.
1184. Gay, Mary E. (Former Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Elk Grove, IL; March 28, [ca. 1864]. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes of the possibility of returning to Wheaton College.
1185. Pettengill, Moses (Friend of JB and MAB; Trustee of Wheaton College).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; March 30, 1864. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Cover letter for items sent by the late Mrs. [Lucy] Pettengill to Mary
Bent Blanchard.
1186. Pettengill, Moses (Friend of JB and MAB; Trustee of Wheaton College).
[Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; March 31, 1864. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about sending items from the late Mrs. [Lucy] Pettengill to Mary
Bent Blanchard, and his plans to attend the Chicago Triennial Convention.
1187. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; April, 1864. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Reaction to Jonathan Blanchard's decision to travel west. Writes about
the Ladies Loyal League, and secret societies.
1188. Farrar, Laura Stearns (Neice of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard
and family]. Chicago, IL; April 1, 1864. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about John [Stearns], investing money, and the Rev. R. S.
Lockward.
1189. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Burr
Oak, IA; April 4, 1864. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about traveling home with sick children, and Minnie [Bent] having
had a fit.
1190. Smith, Henry. [Letter to Catherine Avery Bent]. New York, NY; April 7,
1864. 1 p.
Sends a $60 dividend check.
1191. White, Thomas (Relative of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Brooklyn, NY; April 8, 1864. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that Mary Bent Blanchard is welcome to visit.
1192. Bliss, C. P. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Providence, IL; April 9/11,
1864. 4 p.
Sends $5.00 for board for Howard, a student boarder. Says she will send
plants to Mary Bent Blanchard. Writes about holding a Sunday School for
freedmen in their house. Asks if Jonathan Blanchard follows the
movements of Napoleon [III], saying, "I believe the prophetic vision is
about run out and . . . we are to expect great changes.".
1193. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Milton
Badger]. Chicago, IL; April 14, 1864. 4 p.
Note: Photocopy and transcript.
Writes about his plan to go to Idaho. Asks if Badger wishes him to "do
anything for your society there [in Idaho].".
1194. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Milton
Badger]. Wheaton, IL; April 23, 1864. 1 p.
Note: Photocopy and transcript.
Thanks Badger for money. Says he hopes to do missionary work in the
West.
1195. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Grinnell, IA; April 28/29, 1864. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about his train journey. Describes the town and college at
Grinell--almost wishing he had accepted the presidency. Mentions that
there are good roads ahead. Gives farm instructions. Mentions their
travelling companions--Mr. Harvey led the party from Joliet, and that
three denominations are represented. Mentions a rumor that people are
selling teams at the Missouri River. Mentions Campbell's pamphlet on
Idaho and its tales of gold.
1196. Wright, L. B. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; April 30,
1864. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Thanks Mary Bent Blanchard for quilt sent to the "Home for the
Friendless.".
1197. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; May, 1864. 4 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Writes that he is to be "exploring bishop of the mountains." Writes
about the missionaries Chamberlain and Allen, about mass emigration West,
leaving only the young and the old, and about the need for ministers in
the West.
1198. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
n.p.; May 1, [1864]. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Marked "journal". Writes about Anniversary exercises, the state of the
farm, and about missing the train to Wheaton. Writes that the committee
voted Jonathan Blanchard $200 instead of $100 and writes that Mr. Alden
preached.
1199. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. South Hadley, MA; May 2, 1864. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Jonathan Blanchard and his upcoming journey. Mentions the
_Christian Era_. Writes about money matters and mentions Lizzie Gass, her
new roommate. Writes that a teacher is sick with "the varioloid" and
writes about vaccinations.
1200. Bent, Mary P. (Sister-in-Law of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Burr Oak, IA; May 6, 1864. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes abut Jonathan Blanchard's journey and writes that Kittie Dunning
is engaged to Mr. Bradford, a Yale man and Army chaplain.
1201. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Coon River, Jordan's Branch, Central IA, 140 miles from
Council Bluffs; May 6, 1864. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about his health (an attack of diptheria), camping, a Sabbath
meeting, settlers, Irish railroad workers and drink, seeing wild cats,
and his plans to take the stage to Omaha.
Oversized.1202. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; May 7/9, 1864. 6 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Jonathan Blanchard and Charles A. Blanchard's departure.
Mentions illness and that Ellen Payne died. Asks, "is Mr. H. in the
Army?" Writes about [George] Nichols' Southern property, the high prices
of food and clothing, and possibility of coming to Wheaton. Writes about
acquaintances and family members. Mentions that Mr. Bradford, an Army
Chaplain is engaged to Kittie Dunning. Mentions new church members.
1203. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Council Bluffs, IA; May 10, 1864. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Original filed with Charles A. Blanchard papers.
Writes about his trip, Sunday rest, Jonathan Blanchard, Mr.
W[orthington], sending a photo of a friend and pressed flowers [see
enclosures file for flowers].
1204. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Hoyleton, IL; May 10, 1864. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Jonathan Blanchard's departure and asks, "Is he under the
protection of a military company?" Mentions a dispute with "brother"
over purchasing land. Mentions measles and says that Frank is in the
Army. Says, "I am much obliged to you for seeing to my taxes.".
1205. Roy, Joseph E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; May 10, 1864.
1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Sends draft for $100.00. Asks about the prospect of Brother [J. C.]
Webster's coming to Wheaton.
1206. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Council Bluffs, IA; May 11, 1864. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about his and Charles A. Blanchard's health. Mentions that Mr.
Turley has been to Idaho, Oregon, and California. Describes Idaho.
Writes about a dispute with Mr. W. over Sunday travel and money. Sends
instructions for payment of debts. Describes the Missouri River.
1207. "Young Ladies of WC". [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; May
11, 1864. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Invitation to join the young Ladies of Wheaton College on Friday evening,
May 13, 1864.
1208. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to "Dear Dear
Children"]. "Missouri River"; May 12, [1864]. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about waiting to cross the River, camping and cooking at the roadside,
finding lost or stolen mules, the looks of the River--that it looks like used washing
water.
1209. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton
College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Council Bluffs, IA; May 12, 1864. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about acquaintances and family members. Mentions possibly needing
to borrow money to get home. Describes the "infatuation of these moving
multitudes." Writes of trading a lame mule for a sound one, and says he
will be "leaving civilization tomorrow.".
1210. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Maria Blanchard Cook].
Wheaton, IL; May 12, [1864]. 4 p.
Sends instructions for self-vaccination against smallpox. Writes about
preparing for Jonathan Blanchard and Charles A. Blanchard's Western
journey. Mentions the possibility of Maria Blanchard Cook visiting Mary
Bent Blanchard's relatives. Writes about boarders and borrowing money.
1211. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; May 13, 1864. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Inquires about Jonathan Blanchard and Charles A. Blanchard's departure
and writes about Williston B. Stoddard.
1212. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mr. Hand]. Platte River, Nebraska; May 16, 1864. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives his impression of Nebraska, its vastness. Writes about the
Indians, Sunday rest, plants and animals, and the Platte River.
1213. Ermina F. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; May 18, 1864. 4
p.
Writes about Jonathan Blanchard and _The Christian Era_. Writes that
Hattie had a baby, that William H. Wilcox was missing after the Battle of
Red River, and that the Small Pox is in town. Writes about teaching
school. Calls Jonathan Blanchard "the smartest and best man that ever
lived." Says George Gale and his wife are going to California. Writes
that three companies were raised for 100-day service.
1214. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Charles A. Blanchard].
Wheaton, IL; May 19, 1864. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about planting and that Charles A. Blanchard's photos "look too
stern." Mentions students enlisting: [Samuel F.] Stratton, [Levi F.]
Bickford, [Albert E.] Matson, [Edward B.] Sellers, [W. C.] Ferry, [J. W.]
Tilson, and [Samuel L.] Tate. Writes about Sabbath rest and a festival
for enlistees.
1215. Stearns, John O. (Nephew of JB and MAB). [Letter to "Friends at Wheaton"].
Red River,; May 20, 1864. 4 p.
Writes about his Civil War experience in the Red River Campaign of 1864.
Mentions that General Nataniel Prentiss Banks is "a ruined man" after a
"disastrous movement." Mentions [the Battle of Yellow Bayou]. Says that
he thinks some other means of putting down the rebellion ought to be
found than allowing "blackheads" to "experiment at the cost of thousands
of lives.".
1216. Blanchard, Jonathan. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Grand Island, NE;
May 21, 1864. 2 pp.
Note: RPFC.
Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to read and correct his letter and gives farm
instructions. Gives a physical description of Charles A. Blanchard.
1217. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. South Hadley, MA; May 25, 1864. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about William White, her studies, and Mr. Washburn.
1218. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of MAB and JB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; May 26, 1864. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that Lizzie Hennessey and her brother were possibly present at a
massacre. Mentions that Laura is sick with the measels. Writes that John
[Stearns] was possibly at battle of Richmond.
1219. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to L. S.
Hand]. Buffalo Creek, 40 miles beyond Ft. Kearney; May 27, 1864. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that "My strange journey seems...to have extinguished my
intellect." Writes about his diet, his surroundings, buffalo meat,
Indians, and rumours of the land ahead being desert.
1220. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; May 27, 1864. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that J. P. Stoddard is ill--asks Mary Bent Blanchard to come to
Byron.
1221. Hennessey, Lizzie (Former Wheaton College student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Morris, IL; May 30, 1864. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she substitute taught for her ailing sister. Writes about
acquaintances and asks whether [W. C.] Ferry or Arthur [Churchill?]
enlisted. Writes about "Hundred days men" and "three hundred days
service.".
1222. Bent, Mary P. (Sister-in-law of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Burr Oak, IA; June 1, 1864. 4 p.
Asks about Jonathan Blanchard's journey. Sends thanks for photos, and
says that Jonathan Blanchard looks worn. Says George W. Bent has gone to
the General Association meeting. Writes about smallpox in town. Writes
that Minnie, her daughter, is ill.
1223. Ferry, William C. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL [Camp Fry];
June 3, 1864. 3 p.
Describes camp life. Mentions "Friend Bean." Says the unit is to go to
Memphis. Mentions prayer meetings.
1224. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; June 8, 1864. 6 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about her desire to visit Middlebury cemetary. Writes about
family members. Mentions the death of William [White's] son. Writes that
Kitty Dunning is a teacher in Mrs. Sherwood's school, and is being
courted by Mr. Bradford.
1225. Farrar, Laura Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; June 8, 1864. 2 p.
Writes that Mr. and Mrs. G. are to move to VT for health reasons.
1226. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Fort Laramie, Nebraska Territory; June 9, 1864. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Original filed with Charles A. Blanchard Papers.
Writes that the team is in poor condition and that Jonathan Blanchard and
Mr. Worthington went to town to get a lighter wagon. Writes about
illness, chimney rock, and flowers along the route.
1227. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard and
Charles A. Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; June 11, [1864]. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about spending with week with Catherine Blanchard Stoddard, J. P.
Stoddard being ill. Writes that Millikin accepted the call of the
Wheaton church. Writes that Mr. Tillot lost a leg in battle, and that
Arthur Rice was killed. Mentions that Dr. Potter died. To Charles A.
Blanchard she writes that [W. C.] Ferry has enlisted and gone to Memphis.
Writes that Cyrus Lewis Blanchard's son, [Cyrus Louis Blanchard] died.
1228. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Idaho Territory, 6 miles from Ft. Laramie; June 12, [1864]. 4
p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about their daily routine and mule trading. Writes that Charles
A. Blanchard is ill. Mentions needing to trade the wagon. Mentions a
trip to Galesburg, and that he preached in open air. Describes a prayer
meeting at Bro. Neff's tent. Mentions that the Indians have committed
"ravages" and that troops were sent after them. Tells of rumours of gold
and that Charles A. Blanchard finished reading the Bible.
1229. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. South Hadley, MA; June 15, 1864. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about her accounts--asks for $2.00. Speaks of giving up the "idea
of graduating (it costs so much money) and teaching." Talks about
studying botany (160 flowers analyzed) and trigonometry.
1230. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to "Friends at
Home"]. "Platt [_sic_] River"; June 19, 1864. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives an account of an Indian attack on a ranch. Says he is becoming
enamored with pioneer life and that some of the boys found gold. Writes
about a place in Nebraska he thinks "the Italian girl" would like. Says,
"I think it hardly possible to think of going back to Illinois for the
remainder of the years I am allotted here on earth.".
1231. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. 100 miles above Laramie; June 19, 1864. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Charles A. Blanchard, that "we have torments," that he hopes
to write out his meditations, about the _Christian Era_, receiving three
letters and paying $3.00 for them, and that the men found gold particles.
1232. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; June 19, 1864. 3 p.
Says she read that the Idaho company was harassed by Indians. Says her
brother John Stearns is member of the Red River Expedition. Mentions
"the handkerchief affair.".
1233. Blanchard, Cyrus Lewis (Brother of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Ticonderoga, NY; June 21, 1864. 1 p.
Mentions the death of a son. Asks for Jonathan Blanchard's photo.
1234. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Red Buttes, 150 miles above Ft. Laramie on Platte River; June
21, 1864. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about his plans to take a new cut-off [Bridger's]. Talks about
the prospect of journey's end and the letters he received. Mentions
having written a letter for the _[Christian] Era_. Writes of the
possibility of selling mules and wagon, and rumors of prices in Idaho.
Sends farm instructions. Writes that he hopes to write a letter about
wolves and antelope for children's department of the _[Christian] Era_.
Mentions family members and says that he thinks Maria Blanchard Cook
should complete her education. Says that he is planning to stand by [J.
C.] Webster when he returns.
1235. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Red Buttes, 150 miles above Ft. Laramie; June 21, 1864. 8 p.
Note: Marked "For the Christian Era," and bears editor's markings.
Writes about Bridger's cut-off, keeping the Sabbath, good weather in
Platte Valley, the Platte River, the geography of the area he traveled
through, the flowers, the birds, immigrants to the region, and the
Indians.
1236. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Milton
Badger]. Red Buttes, 150 miles about Ft. Laramie; June 21, 1864. 4 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Writes about immigration to Idaho, the stampede of travelers to Idaho,
mining minerals and some gold in the Platte River, and agriculture.
Relates his opinion that only mines could cause the region to be
populated. Writes about the mistreatment of Indians by ranchers and
soldiers, and the need for something to be done.
Oversized.
1237. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Big Horn River, 140 miles from Platte Bridge...; July 1,
1864. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Marked "_For the Era_." Writes about the Bridger Cut-Off, Major Bridger
and Bob McMinn (their cross-eyed guide). Describes the land, letting
wagons down the steeps by ropes, the vegetation, birds, and the Bighorn
River.
1238. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Virginia City, Montana Territory; [July 7, 1864--misdated
July 27]. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about their arrival at Virginia City, Sunday rest, health, gold,
and riding home.
1239. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Virginia City, Montana Territory; July 9, 1864. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about breaking up the travelling company, calling Mr. Worthington
"one of the worst and most disagreeable men I ever saw." Describes the
area, and writes that the return plans are uncertain. Writes about gold.
Says, "I have seen no _real_ suffering such as in 1850." Writes about the
new governor Edgerton. Mentions a Methodist and an old school
Presbyterian in Virginia City. Writes about division of Idaho and
Montana Territories in Congress.
1240. Bliss, Howard C. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Providence, IL; July 10,
1864. 4 p.
Says the weather and bugs are destroying crops.
1241. Kellogg, Nora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Byron, IL; July 15, 1864. 3 p.
Writes about the trip to Byron.
1242. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Charles A. Blanchard].
Wheaton, IL; July 18, 1864. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Written with a letter from Joseph F. Galloway [Blanchard's
hired man] to Charles A. Blanchard on July 18, 1864, but not entered into
the Jonathan Blanchard-Mary Bent Blanchard collection of letters.
Wishes Jonathan Blanchard had time to write on a weekday. Writes about
acquaintances and family members. Mentions that Mrs. Hand's baby is ill.
1243. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Wheaton, IL; July 19, 1864. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the Wheaton College commencement, [J. C.] Webster having
preached. Writes about the commencement decorations and banners.
Mentions that 17 trustees were present at their recent meeting. Mentions
that the actions of the trustees were sent to Jonathan Blanchard. Writes
that [Moses] Pettengill is considering endowing Jonathan Blanchard's
professorship. Mentions that [Oscar F.] Lumry is thinking of getting his
professorship endowed and calling it the Lovejoy Professorship. Says,
"Mr. Millikin preaches well," and "Mr. Day, a man of color . . . lectured
here.".
1244. Stafford, Lavinia Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Milford, OH; July 25, 1864. 2 p.
Writes that Kate is ill, that Charley is gone to war, and that Samuel
[Blanchard] "will not mare [sic] a woman with children he has had to
mutch [sic] trouble with his own. . . ." Sends photograph.
1245. Ferguson, Ann. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; July 28, 1864.
2 p.
Writes about her journey to Byron. Says she picked currants to dry for
the soldiers.
1246. Ferry, William C. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Paducah, KY; July 30,
1864. 1 p.
Note: Note on letter in Mary Bent Blanchard's handwriting says that money
was sent.
Asks for $5.00 on account.
1247. Babcock, Hiram Allen (Middlebury College Class of 1833). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Lindenville, [OH]; August 2, 1864. 4 p.
Asks if Mary Bent Blanchard is Jonathan Blanchard's first wife. Writes
about his wife and his journey West. Says he will send sugar. Says he
saw Jonathan Blanchard's letter in the _Home Missionary_.
1248. Jerauld, James. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Cornwall, VT; August 2,
1864. 1 p.
Sends interest and rent payment.
1249. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; August 2, 1864. 4 pp.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about preserving fruit and about a troublesome trip to Rockford.
1250. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; August 4, 1864. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; sent with letter from Mary Bent Blanchard to Jonathan
Blanchard on October 17, 1864.
Writes about acquaintances and family members. Says Mary Bent Blanchard
"does enough to break one down.".
1251. Hennessey, Lizzie (Former Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Ausoble [?], IL; August 8, 1864. 2 p.
Writes that John [Tirtlott] was taken by the Rebels, and that Hennessey's
brother was captured at Ft. Pillon.
1252. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Virginia City, Montana Territory; August 9, 1864. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about plans for the trip home. Mentions buying 1/3 of a cabin and
1/3 of a claim. Writes about the New Territorial Government which is to
arrive and that he may work for the census. Says that Charles A.
Blanchard has grown whiskers, and mentions having dug to "pay dirt,"
Writes of the religious state of the area; a prayer meeting started.
Mentions possibly spending the winter in Montana. Says they will take the
Salt Lake route if they start home soon. Mentions having collected flower
seeds. Mentions his debts: $100.00 to [F. H.] Mather, $200.00 to Barnes,
and $80.00 or $90.00 to Samuel [Blanchard]. Writes about his desire to
preach.
1253. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Milton
Badger]. Virginia City, Montana Territory; August 9, 1864. 2 p.
Note: Photocopy, transcript, and notes.
Writes about vigilante activity and organized religion. Mentions
Baptists and Presbyterians in the area. Says he started a prayer meeting.
Mentions [Governor] Edgerton having been at the Free Soil Convention in
1848. Writes about the opportunity to assist with the census.
Oversized.
1254. Tirtlot, William M. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Turner, IL; August
11, 1864. 2 p.
Writes that ill health prevents a visit.
1255. Farrar, Laura Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; August 15, 1864. 2 p.
Writes about investments in Government Stock, about her brother [John] in
the Army.
1256. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Milton
Badger]. Virginia City, Montana Territory; August 18, 1864. 2 p.
Note: Transcript and notes.
Describes the area: men cutting timber, the water, and the crops. Writes
about Torbet, a Baptist minister, preaching. Says he offered to raise
money for Bro. P. if he would resign his commission with the board.
Mentions the possibility of starting a Congregational Church.
Oversized.
1257. Bliss, C. P. (Parent of Former Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Buda, IL; August 18, 1864. 4 p.
Writes about sending her children to Buda to school. Talks about
conscientious objectors to war. Gives reasons for not sending Howard to
Wheaton College.
1258. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; August 18, 1864. 4 p.
Thanks Mary Bent Blanchard for a letter of sympathy. Says she read
Jonathan Blanchard's letter in _The Home Missionary_. Writes that she
rented her house and moved.
1259. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; August 19, 1864. 4 p.
Mentions Maria Blanchard Cook's return to Wheaton. Says [Edward] Dunning
is nearly worn out from Army life. Writes about Antionette Dunning's
nervous ailment, about visiting Thomas and Charles White, about moving to
a new house, and about having her photo taken.
1260. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Milton
Badger]. Virginia City, Montana Territory; August 22, 1864. 4 p.
Note: Transcript and notes.
Describes the religious state of the area, mentioning a Baptist Preacher,
a Presbyterian Minister, and Methodists who might come. Mentions
vigilante activity. Gives his opinion that a minister and colporteur
would do well. Mentions the scarceness of books. Estimates the
population of Gulch at 8-15,000. Mentions gold and quartz mines. Writes
that a minister, Rev. Smith, was sent to Bannock City. Urges Badger to
send a missionary to the area.
Oversized.
1261. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; August 23, 1864. 4 p.
Asks about Jonathan Blanchard and Charles A. Blanchard. Writes about
120,000 Copperheads in Illinois. Asks Mary Bent Blanchard's opinion of
her possibly moving to Lafayette. Describes diseases in the area.
1262. Kellogg, Nora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; August 26, 1864. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Asks for a Wheaton paper with list of premiums.
1263. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Hoyleton, IL; August 26, 1864. 4 p.
Writes that she recovered from cholera. Describes the wheat yield.
Expresses concern for Blanchard Pettengill's education and asks for a
Wheaton College catalog. Mentions Indian disturbances.
1264. Aiken, Lewis B. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Oneida, IL; August 29,
1864. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Asks for Wheaton College catalog.
1265. Stearns, John O. (Nephew of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Marganzin, LA; August 29, 1864. 4 p.
Describes Indian depredations on emigrants, Indians, his ill health, Army
life, and army activities from May 21 to date. Thanks Mary Bent
Blanchard for a razor.
1266. Bent, Mary P. (Sister-in-Law of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Burr Oak, IA; September 2, 1864. 2 p.
Writes that her daughter, Minnie, died of Diptheria. Writes about the
birth of a son, [Arthur Bent]. Asks for catarrh medicine for George W.
Bent.
1267. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Hoyleton, IL; September 2, 1864. 3 p.
Writes that here are few teaching situations in the area, and that
Katherine and Virginia Dunning are in St. Louis "among the contrabands."
Says she does not like changes in the paper and she is thinking of
selling the farm.
1268. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; September 3, 1864. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Desires Nora Blanchard Kellogg to winter with her. Writes about the cost
of "everything." Mentions that Mr. Hudson returned from the war.
1269. Blanchard, Samuel (Brother of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Milford, OH; September 8, 1864. 3 p.
Note: Letter attached from Lavinia Stafford to Mary Bent Blanchard, ca.
September 8, 1864.
Asks about Jonathan Blanchard and Charles A. Blanchard. Writes about
Charles H. Blanchard's being in the 100 day's service. Thanks for
$25.00.
1270. Stafford, Lavinia Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; ca. September 8, 1864. 1 p.
Note: Attached with a letter from Samuel Blanchard to Mary Bent
Blanchard, September 8, 1864.
Writes about _The Christian Era_ and various relatives.
1271. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Salt Lake City, UT; September 13, 1864. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Talks of murder and robbery on the road. Sent a $600.00 draft. Writes
about his debts: [F. H.] Mather $100.00, Horace Barnes $200.00, Samuel
[Blanchard] $70.00 with interest, and Felker $30.00. Says, "If I never
see you this will clear you of debt." Writes about the dangerous journey
ahead.
1272. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Milton
Badger]. Salt Lake City, UT; September 13, 1864. 2 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Writes that he traveled through an area "infected with savages and
robbers," that "The Mormans [sic.] are the best class of men I have met,"
and that he would be willing to work as a missionary to the Mormons.
Writes about the lack of Bibles in the Territory. Says he saw a man who
had been killed by a pistol shot. Writes about the need for colporteurs
and preachers.
1273. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Burr
Oak, IA; September 15, 1864. 3 p.
Writes about Indians, and about "Old Abe [Lincoln] for our next
President.".
1274. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Milton Badger].
Wheaton, IL; September 19, 1864. 2 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Forwards Jonathan Blanchard's letters to Badger for publication in the
_Home Missionary_. Writes about the _Christian Era_, which is to be merged
with another paper.
1275. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Salt Lake City, UT; September 24, 1864. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Mentions a $600.00 draft sent in previous letter and writes that he and
Charles A. Blanchard are gravely ill. Says that they plan to go to Denver
by stage.
1276. Bryan, Thomas B. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; September
30, 1864. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Recommends Drs. Small and Ludlam as surgeons.
1277. Haven, I. E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; September 30,
1864. 2 p.
Writes about having consulted with Dr. Haven. Says that Mary is dying.
1278. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; October, 1864. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Thanks Mary Bent Blanchard for "material aid." Writes about
acquaintances and family members.
1279. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Milton
Badger]. Latham, Colorado Territory; October 3, 1864. 2 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Writes that he was ill in Salt Lake City, and that he spoke with General
[Patrick] Connor. Asks if he ought to write a report on Evangelizing the
Territories.
1280. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; October 3, 1864. 1 p.
Thanks Mary Bent Blanchard for a satchel of articles. Mentions that Ford
Douglas is to speak.1281. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College).
[Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Denver, CO; October 4, 1864. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about his ill health, and Chauncy Barber's wife's (nee Graves)
death. Mentions the $600.00 draft sent with an earlier letter and
mentions his debtors. Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to pay Dr. Hiatt's drug
bill and get a receipt. Asks "if that Wheaton title is secured."
Mentions Indians firing into trains and stopping the mails.
1282. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Wheaton, IL; October 4, 1864. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Says that Mr. Hand sold out. Mentions Indian disturbances, and that Maria
Blanchard Cook is in the senior class of eight. Mentions that Mr.
Tirtlot needs a surgical operation. Says that there are 80 to 110
students at Wheaton College. Writes, "Mr. [J. C.] Webster has taken the
Hitchcock property." Writes that Mr. John Bachelder died in a hospital of
a flesh wound and left property (around $1500.00) to Jonathan Blanchard
to use to help indigent. Mentions that she sold a cow to Bro. Adams.
Writes about debts, hoping there is enough money for winter, threshing by
Mr. Ott's machine, farm news, and Captain Jones's death. Mentions that
Mr. Millikin is to be married, and the Home Missionary Society.
1283. Aurand, Henry. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Lena, IL; October 5, 1864.
2 p.
Writes that he needs boarding for his daughter if she is to attend
Wheaton College.
1284. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Milton
Badger]. Denver, CO; October 10, 1864. 4 p.
Note: Photocopy; note attached from Rev. William Crawford to Milton
Badger, ca. October 10, 1864.
Writes that he aided Norman McLeod and Rev. Crawford in organizing a
church. Describes the great need for a church in Salt Lake City, and
proposes to send Rev. McLeod there. Mentions mining near Salt Lake City.
1285. Crawford, William. [Letter to Milton Badger]. n.p.; ca. October 10, 1864.
1 p.
Note: Photocopy; sent with letter from Jonathan Blanchard to Milton
Badger, dated October 10, 1864.
Concurs with Jonathan Blanchard in the need for a missionary to Salt
Lake. Says he will give up [Norman] McLeod if a good replacement is
sent.
1286. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Denver, CO; [October] 11, 1864. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Original filed with the Charles A. Blanchard Papers.
Writes about the trip to Salt Lake City, Jonathan Blanchard being ill,
and coming to Denver by coach.
1287. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Denver, CO; October 14 [or 15?], 1864. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about finding friends in Denver. Says that Charles A. Blanchard
declined a job due to working on Sunday. Mentions starting for Nebraska
City, and acquaintances.
1288. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Wheaton, IL; October 17, 1864. 3 p.
Note: RPFC; note by Julia Blanchard Fischer of August 3, 1864 and letter
by Maria Blanchard Cook of August 4, 1864 enclosed with this letter.
[Maria Blanchard Cook's letter is entered separately.].
Writes Wheaton College news, mentioning that Professor [George H.]
Collier is ill, and that Mr. Bailey has a class in telegraphing. Writes
of [J. C.] Webster's endowment, the trustee actions, and endowing the
presidency. Mentions that B. C. Cooke was nominated for Congress.
Writes about the John Bachelder legacy. Says, "the churches are united."
Advises Jonathan Blanchard to live a peaceful life.
1289. Farrar, Laura Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; October 19, 1864. 2 p.
Writes that Mr. Tirtlott underwent an operation. Mentions Dr. T.
1290. Wight, L. B. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; October 19,
1864. 1 p.
Writes that s(he) would welcome a donation. Writes about arrangements
for a car.
1291. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Wheaton, IL; October 22, 1864. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Says she received the draft Jonathan Blanchard sent her. Writes that
Professor [George H.] Collier is ill and his classes were taken by Mrs.
Millikin. Mentions a letter from Charles A. Blanchard. Mentions Charles
Smith having sold his farm and bought out Mr. Wiant. Writes about the
church and mentions Jonathan Blanchard's letters in the Chicago _Tribune_,
the _[Christian] Era_, and in a Massachusetts paper. Writes about John
Bachelder's funeral sermon.
1292. Connor, P. Edward (General in command of Camp Douglas). [Letter to
Jonathan Blanchard]. Camp Douglas, Utah Territory; October 24, 1864. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Writes about a free passage from Denver to Salt Lake being secured for
Mr. McLeod, and Connor having been given the resposibility to "look to
the safety of the overland stages as far as Ft. Kearney.".
1293. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; October 24, 1864. 3 p.
Thanks Mary Bent Blanchard for an offer to stay with her. Writes about
her concern over her academic advancement.
1294. Connor, P. Edward (General in command of Camp Douglas). [Letter to
Jonathan Blanchard]. Camp Douglas, Utah Territory; October 25, 1864. 3 p.
Note: RPFC; photocopy.
Writes about the Gentile population of Salt Lake City and about the lack
of an "orthodox Christian ministry." Mentions a need for missionaries in
Utah Territory and says that a church could be established without
interference from the Mormons while "the troops remain here.".
1295. Mary (Friend of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Turner, IL; October
25, 1864. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives advice on how to invest in government stock. Writes about her
relatives.
1296. Watson, Jesse B. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Vermillion, Dakota
Territory; October 25, 1864. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Having been on General [Alfred] Sully's Indian Expedition, he gives an
account of a running battle with Indians. Asks about Jonathan Blanchard,
saying, "the Brule Sioux were murdering and robbing on the rout [sic]
which he traveled.".
1297. Stoddard, James Philemon (Husband of CBS). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Byron, IL; October 28, 1864. 4 p.
Writes that the Association met at Winnebago. Describes good crops.
Writes that he bought a buggy. Asks for a Wheaton College catalog for a
local young man.
1298. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Charles A. Blanchard].
n.p.; [November, 1864]. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; half page note attached from [Cyrus Louis Blanchard] to
Jonathan Blanchard in [November, 1864].
Writes about packing boxes for the freedmen. Mentions that Mr. Clark is
running a tavern. Mentions Dr. Hiatt's drugstore in the old Billiard
saloon, that "business increases here," and prayer meetings.
1299. Blanchard, Samuel (Brother of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Milford, OH; November 3, 1864. 2 p.
Writes about financial matters.
1300. Kellogg, Nora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Byron, IL; November 5, 1864. 1 p.
Note: Note attached from Catherine Blanchard Stoddard to Mary Bent
Blanchard, ca. November 5, 1864.
Writes about family members.
1301. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; ca. November 5, 1864. 1 p.
Note: Attached to a letter from Nora Blanchard Kellogg to Mary Bent
Blanchard, dated November 5, 1864.
Describes "a little shaking among the dry bones as though the spirit was
beginning to breathe upon them.".
1302. Clark, Catherine Dunning (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. St. Louis, MO; November 9, 1864. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Jonathan Blanchard, "laboring at Benton Barracks." Says
that Virginia Dunning is teaching "contraband children," soldiers, and
"some grown people." Writes about her work among refugees with the
Ladies Freedman Relief Society, and appeals for clothing.
1303. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Wheaton, IL; November 16, 1864. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Charles A. Blanchard staying behind and Ann (who is ill).
Says that Mr. Tirtlott went to Cincinnati to obtain a discharge.
Mentions that Mr. Millikin is teaching, as is Miss Tupper. Says, "Miss
[Addie E.] Collins had some trouble with a love affair"--engaged to Mr.
Lewis. Writes that Professor [George P.] Kimball is attending to a
Commercial department. Mentions that B. C. Cooke was elected to Congress
and Judge Norton spoke in chapel. Mentions cashing Jonathan Blanchard's
draft. Says that [Samuel F.] Stratton, [Levi F.] Brickford and [Edward
B.] Sellers are back from the war. Mentions the new homeopathic doctor
in town, and that Oxnard preached.
1304. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Des Moines, IA; November 18, 1864. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about his plans to be home soon, and arrangements for meeting at
the depot.
1305. Blanchard, Samuel (Brother of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Cincinnati, OH; November 18, 1864 [?]. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that Jonathan Blanchard wrote him a poor letter and asks for
family news. Writes about his family.
1306. Blanchard, Samuel (Brother of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Milford, OH; November 21, 1864. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Sends receipt for draft from Mary Bent Blanchard. Writes about family
members and selling the house.
1307. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Milton
Badger]. Wheaton, IL; November 26, 1864. 1 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Forwards a letter from Gen. [Patrick] Connor. Writes about the Methodist
Rulers of Colorado.
1308. Pettengill, Moses (Friend of JB and Wheaton College Trustee). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; November 26, 1864. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about J. C. Webster, sending funds to Mary Bent Blanchard, and
Lucy [his late wife]. Asks Mary Bent Blanchard's advice on marrying
again. Says, "the brief sketch of your sister [Hannah Bent Tyner
Pettengill] interested me." Says, "I am glad that [Abraham] Lincoln is
to be our next President, not [George B.] McClellan.".
1309. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Townsley's Ranch; November 30, 1864. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Original filed with Charles A. Blanchard Papers.
Says he may remain west for the winter.
1310. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Collins Station [ ]; November 30, 1864. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about teaching, and boarding with the Morgan family. Gives her
opinions on marriage and singleness [in response to Mary Bent Blanchard's
letter about an eligible gentleman--Moses Pettengill] and asks for a
"more particular account of the gentleman in question.".
1311. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Milton
Badger]. Chicago, IL; December 7, 1864. 4 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Writes that he plans to go fundraising for Wheaton College, and write
sermons. Writes about Home Missions needs, in Salt Lake (a
Congregational Minister), Montana Territory, and Colorado Territory.
Writes that the Sheriff of Virginia City resigned on suspicion of aiding
the escape of a murderer. Asks for money to pay Bro. Roy's debts.
1312. Pettengill, Moses (Friend of JB and Wheaton College Trustee). [Letter to
Jonathan Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; December 8, 1864. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Hannah Bent Tyner Pettengill, Lucy [Pettengill], and
possible remarriage.
1313. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; December 9, 1864. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about local and family news. Mentions her trip to Middlebury,
visiting the cemetary, efforts to merge Burlington and Middlebury
Colleges, and effect of the war on a number of students.
1314. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Charles A. Blanchard].
Wheaton, IL; [December 9, 1864]. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Sent with letter from Maria Blanchard Cook to Charles A.
Blanchard of December 9, 1864, the original of which is filed with the
Charles A. Blanchard papers.
Writes that Jonathan Blanchard reached home November 22, and that he has
gone to Henry Co. to examine land that Judge Tillson wishes to donate to
Wheaton College. Writes that Ann is ill, that Mercer Knight broke his
leg, and that Fred Hand jumped from cars and nearly killed himself.
1315. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Kewanee, IL; December 10, 1864. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he bought a tombstone for Mary Blanchard (Daughter), that he
heard Asa Hutchinson's family sing, and gives instructions to Mary Bent
Blanchard.
1316. McLeod, Norman. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Denver, CO; December 10,
1864. 3 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy; Written on letter from Jonathan Blanchard to
Milton Badger of December 24, 1864.
Writes that he is starting a mission to the Mormons in Salt Lake.
1317. Hand, Fred D. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. St. Charles, IL; December
14, [1864 ?]. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes to pay his board bill.
1318. Kellogg, Nora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Byron, IL; December 16, 1864. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she wants $.28 to buy a New Year's present. Writes about
Ann, and says that she expects to be home in 17 days.
1319. Connor, P. Edward (General, Commanding Camp Douglas). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Camp Douglas, Utah Territory; December 20, 1864. 2 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Writes about the need to educate people as to the condition of the
Territory. Agrees that [Norman] McLeod is a good man to send to Salt
Lake.
1320. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Milton
Badger]. Wheaton, IL; December 24, 1864. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy; Written on December 10, 1864 letter from Norman
McLeod to Jonathan Blanchard.
Suggests that [Norman] McLeod be sent to Salt Lake as a missionary and
writes about Methodists.
1321. Stearns, John O. (Nephew of JB and MAB). [Letter to "Uncle and friends in
Wheaton"]. Duvalls Bluff, AR; December 24, 1864. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about his re-enlistment, the movements of his regiment, and
garrison duty. Mentions that rations are not over-abundant. Writes of
biscuits, regimental duties, bushwhackers, and witnessing the execution
of a deserter.
1322. Ferguson, Ann (Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Byron, IL; December 26, 1864. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that the Stoddards attended a lecture and returned home to find a
new carpet in their parlor. Writes about Mr. Reed's funeral.
1323. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Friends at
Home]. Council Bluffs, IA; January 1, [1865] [mismarked 1864]. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about his journey--by foot and wagon--to Council Bluffs, via
Omaha, and that he froze his foot.
1324. Haven, I. E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; January 2/8,
[1865 ?]. 5 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the death of Mary [Haven?].
1325. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Collins Station, [ ]; January 2, 1865. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about local people and family members, asks advice on selling
land, and writes of coming to Wheaton.
1326. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Milton
Badger]. Wheaton, IL; January 7, 1865. 2 p.
Note: Photocopy; misdated January 7, 1864.
Writes about the need to send Rev. [Norman] McLeod to Salt Lake City.
Describes McLeod's work in Denver.
1327. Newton, D. F. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. New York, NY; January 9,
1865. 2 p.
Note: Fragment?
Writes that he thinks Harper's influence is negative and deplores the
favorable notice given to one of his publications.
1328. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton IL). [Letter to
Milton Badger]. Wheaton, IL; January 10, 1865. 2 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Writes about Home Missions need at Salt Lake City, and about McLeod's
work in Denver, reasserting his opinion that McLeod should be sent to
Salt Lake City. Says "there is more powder in that movement [Mormonism]
than there was in the slave system by far.".
1329. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; January 15, 1865. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that Mrs. Williston gave Mary Bent Blanchard money for a New
Year's gift. Writes of Wheaton people, his health, and a box of books.
1330. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Milton
Badger [?]]. Wheaton, IL; January 17, 1865. 2 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Writes, "In my deliberate judgement [James P.] Stoddard is the best man
for Denver.".
1331. Stoddard, James Philemon (Husband of CBS). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Byron, IL; January 25, 1865. 2 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Writes about the possiblity of moving to Denver.
1332. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to J. E. Roy].
Wheaton, IL; January 30, 1865. 2 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Forwards J. P. Stoddard's letter concerning possibly moving to Denver to
Roy.
1333. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to George
Whipple]. Wheaton, IL; February 4, 1865. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Inquires whether Whipple still wants him to organize a committee to
endorse applications; says that he thinks the AMA is God's agent for
"this work when the war shall stop.".
1334. McLeod, Norman. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Salt Lake City, UT;
February 8, 1865. 4 p.
Note: Photocopy; Jonathan Blanchard added a note to the letter and
forwarded it to J. P. Williston.
Describes his Mission work in Salt Lake City and his plans to organize a
church. Writes about the Mormons, from whom he expects opposition, and
his plans to build a church ediface.
1335. Hennessey, Lizzie (Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Morris, IL; February 11, 1865. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Annie [Hennessey], who is planning to go to Colorado
Territory when the overland route opens. Mentions Indian trouble. Says
that she hopes to attend Wheaton College with a brother who is a prisoner
at Andersonville. Mentions Mr. Loyd, a temporary minister.
1336. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Ottawa, IL; February 13, 1865. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Mentions that he preached twice. Writes that he wishes to send two young
ment to Wheaton College, saying "they are hard cases.".1337. Blanchard, Mary
Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Wheaton, IL; February 15, 1865. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that Mr. Ellis and his mother visited. Suggests that Jonathan
Blanchard send some young men to Wheaton College "if they do not appear
hardened beyond measure." Sends news that George Hand starved to death at
Andersonville. Mentions that George Churchill requested Jonathan
Blanchard to address the temperance alliance and that Mr. Loyd asked
Jonathan Blanchard to preach. Writes about Mr. Humphrey of Chicago and
the missionary work in Sandwich Islands. Writes about local people and
events. Writes that Mr. Tirtlot will not manage land business well.
Advises Jonathan Blanchard "to make the most of what you saw of the
effects of drink on your journey" if he delivers a temperance lecture.
1338. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Moline, IL; February 18, 1865. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about acquaintances and mentions that Mr. Howe may move to
Wheaton.
1339. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Ottawa, IL; February 21, 1865. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Says he will probably bring "those two young men" with him to Wheaton.
1340. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to J. E. Roy].
Wheaton, IL; February 25, 1865. 2 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Writes about the possiblity of J. P. Stoddard's going to Denver. Says,
"Mr. Orvis has taken the "Era" where it will die.".
1341. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. LaSalle, IL; February 28, 1865. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Says he will not be home when planned, and will try to get some
wallpaper.
1342. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; March 1, 1865. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes "I believe I am out of debt." Mentions his "especial friend
Lieut. Gov. Bross." Mentions General [Benjamin] Sweet (commanding at
Camp Douglas), and that Ellis is no longer recognized as a deserter.
1343. Webster, J. C. (Professor, Wheaton College). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. New York, NY; March 10, 1865. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about fundraising. Writes that he desires Jonathan Blanchard to
find someone to begin farm operations on his Wheaton land.
1344. Dodge, William B. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Millburn, IL; March 11,
1865. 3 p.
Note: RPFC; note attached from Mary Bent Blanchard to Jonathan Blanchard
on March 16, 1865 from Wheaton.
Asks for tracts on Freemasonry "to enlighten this community" because his
church repealed rule barring adhering masons. Writes about masonry among
soldiers and that he fears that soldiers will start a lodge in Lake Co.
1345. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; March 13, 1865. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about acquaintances, his boot, Batchelder money, and changing the
looking glass. Writes that he is sending coal.
1346. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Wheaton, IL; March 16, 1865. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; attached with letter from William B. Dodge to Jonathan
Blanchard on March 11, 1865 from Millburn, [IL].
Writes about the return of Charles A. Blanchard. Gives news of family
members and acquaintances and mentions that the coal did not arrive.
1347. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Hoyleton, IL; March 16, 1865. 4 p.
Writes about her visit to Chicago. Says Mrs. Jones is undergoing
galvanic battery treatment. Writes about having missed the train.
1348. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to J. P.
Williston]. Galesburg, IL; March 18, 1865. 1 p.
Note: Photocopy; forwards letter from Norman McLeod dated February 8,
1865.
Forwards a letter and mentions Charles A. Blanchard.
1349. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; March 20, 1865. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives instructions for Charles A. Blanchard to pick him up in Naperville.
Writes that he is bringing a pump.
1350. Capen, Lizzie S. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Sterling, IL; March 23,
1865. 2 p.
Inquires about Wheaton College.
1351. Ferry, William C. (Union Soldier). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Dalton, GA; March 31, 1865. 3 p.
Describes the area and the guerilla activity in the area.
1352. Gurnea, Lizzie. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Mt. Palatine, IL; March
31, 1865. 4 p.
Sends thanks for an invitation to tea. Mentions her visits in Wheaton.
1353. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Milton
Badger]. Wheaton, IL; April 1, 1865. 2 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Writes that he heard that J. P. Stoddard is not needed in Denver.
Jonathan Blanchard gives his estimation of J. P. Stoddard. Mentions that
Gen. [Edward] Connor's headquarters moved from Salt Lake to Denver and
describes the effects of that move on Utah and Colorado missions. Says
he thinks Connor would like some notice in the _Home Missionary_.
1354. Gay, Hannah P. (Former Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Dunton, IL; April 3, 1865. 2 p.
Writes about her sister Mary. Inquires about the possibility of a poor
girl, Ellen Morey, boarding with the Blanchards and working for board.1355.
Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; April 5, 1865. 2 p.
Mentions errands to do in Chicago.
1356. Ferry, William C. (Soldier, U. S. Army). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Dalton, GA; May 1, 1865. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about [Abraham] Lincoln's death and its effect on the camp.
Writes about the actions of his regiment: attempt to force General
Wofford to surrender. Mentions that the railroad from Cleveland to
Dalton was repaired. Writes of changes in the country due to the war.
Mentions a little girl asking him for sugar. Writes of horses and mules
dying "for the flag.".
1357. Farrar, Laura Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard and Jonathan Blanchard]. n.p.; May 4, 1865. 4 p.
Writes about the need to be Godly. Asks Jonathan Blanchard to buy
government bonds.
1358. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Burr
Oak, IA; May 5, 1865. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about going to the convention in NY and the Association meeting,
about visiting Wheaton in the future.
1359. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. New York, NY; May 6, 1865. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about speaking and preaching to a Sabbath School and Meeting of
the Society. Mentions Jonathan Green, a returned missionary. Writes about
Dr. Cheever and his troubled church--Jonathan Blanchard blames troubles
on Cheever's anti-slavery. Mentions attending an Ex-Parte council called
by Thompson and Dr. Bacon where Brother Sturdevant was the chairman.
Says that he plans to back Cheever in his church troubles. Gives advice
about marriage--suggests more education and society prior to marriage.
1360. Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Hoyleton, IL; May 24, 1865. 2 p.
Writes about various family members.
1361. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Selima Blanchard
Allen]. Wheaton, IL; May 24, 1865. 2 p.
Writes that Charles A. Blanchard "got the itch from a soldier," and that
John Stearns was at the capture of Mobile. Mentions Abraham Lincoln's
death. Mentions the weddings of R. Feemster to Miss Ferguson and Hannah
Bent Tyner Pettengill to Moses Pettengill.
1362. Kennedy, Sonora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; ca. May [30, 1865]. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about activities with the Stoddard family.1363. Bent, Catherine Avery
(Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Hoyleton, IL; June 23/25, 1865. 6 p.
Mentions Mr. B. F. Taylor, "the famous poet." Writes that Mr. Glesen's
daughter married a physician, that Mr. Dunning [Catherine Bent Dunning's
husband] returned [from the army] ill, and that Maria Bent Nichols
entrusted her business to a Hungarian acquaintance of her late husband's.
Writes that she is living in Hannah Bent Tyner Pettengill's old house.
Mentions Joseph Avery Bent's children: Catherine, Joseph, Samuel, and
Anna Maria. Says Hannah Bent Tyner Pettengill is in Boston. Writes that
Mrs. Conant's son died in the army.
1364. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Hampton, NH; July 1, 1865. 4 p.
Writes about a State Association Meeting, a trip to Boston and visits and
meetings there. Mentions Mrs. Conant's son, who died of a morphine
overdose. Writes that Cousin George is the lone dissenting voice over
renewing assent to the faith and polity of the Pilgrim Fathers. Writes
about having a picture taken at Plymouth Rock.
1365. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to S. P.
Chase]. Wheaton, IL; July 5, 1865. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Sends thanks for letter [apparently recommending Wheaton College], part
of which he read at commencement. Writes about Professor [J. C.] Webster
and says that Wheaton College is more prosperous than ever.
1366. Dunlavy, Jennie. [Letter to Jennie]. Hennepin, IL; July 5, 1865. 3 p.
Writes that her mother left her carpetbag at the Blanchard's house.
1367. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard, Nora Blanchard Kellogg, and Julia Blanchard Fischer]. Chicago,
IL; July 13, 1865. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about 4th of July procession and fireworks. Writes of local
people and family members. Mentions that Mr. Olcott's sons have returned
from the Army. Mentions Uncle William's death. Mentions that John
[Stearns] was at Mobile (now in Texas). To Nora Blanchard Kellogg and
Julia Blanchard Fischer she writes about Sonora Blanchard Kennedy and
Cyrus Louis Blanchard.
1368. Haven, I. E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; July 20, 1865.
2 p.
Writes that she will be unable to visit.
1369. Manning, Louis C. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Ottawa, IL; July 28,
1865. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about [Lizzie] Heywood [Jordan] who wishes to board with the
Blanchards while attending Wheaton College.
1370. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Friends in
Wheaton]. Chicago, IL; August 1, 1865. 3 p.
Note: RPFC; Letter by L[aura] E. Stearns of August 1, 1865 enclosed.
Writes about local people and family members.
1371. Farrar, Laura Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Friends]. Chicago,
IL; August 1, 1865. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; sent with a letter by Minnie S. Stearns of August 1, 1865.
Writes about Mr. Kelly, Mrs. Pettengill, and Charles A. Blanchard.
1372. Conant, Elizabeth (Cousin of MAB). [Letter to Catherine Avery Bent].
Boston, MA; August 2, 1865. 4 p.
Writes that her son spilled bromine on his leg while in the army and died
of an overdose of morphine taken to releive the pain.
1373. Sanderson, Louise. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; August 3,
1865. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writing on behalf of her mother who has a lame back, she writes about
acquaintances.
1374. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Ottawa, IL; August 6, 1865. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about having preached two discourses. Mentions his dreams.
Mentions that the remembrance of foolish sayings that gave him a strange
feeling.
1375. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Ottawa, IL; August 8, 1865. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about fundraising. Mentions young [Edward C.?] Lewis who gave
Wheaton a bad name. Says that Montgomery is trying to get [George H.]
Collier away (from Wheaton College).
1376. Manning, Louis C. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Harlem, IL; August 8,
1865. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about [Lizzie] Heywood, who is to board with Mary Bent Blanchard.
1377. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; August 12, 1865. 3 p.
Gives farm news. Asks whether she ought to hire Mr. Dunn, a former
slave.
1378. Dunlavy, Jennie. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; August 16/21,
1865. 3 p.
Writes that she misses the table conversation of the Blanchard house, and
that she wishes to have her brother Jimmie attend Wheaton College.
1379. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; [ca. September, 1865]. 4 p.
Writes that Sonora Blanchard Kennedy is returning to Wheaton. Mentions
that the Freemasons are enlarging their hall.
1380. Beneckly, Hattie. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Hampton, NH; September
10, 1865. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Asks about Wheaton College. Writes about Alice Pratt and Blanchard family
members. Asks for Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard's photos.1381.
Bent, Catherine Avery (Mother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Hoyleton, IL; September 14, 1865. 2 p.
Describes her plans for winter, and gives family news.
1382. Goodrich, Mrs. H. B. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Morris, IL;
September 18, 1865. 4 p.
Writes that Mary [Goodrich] is looking for a position at Dixon Seminary
and Wheaton College. Writes about teaching piano. Expresses her
confidence in Wheaton College. Writes that Mr. Goodrich sold some land.
1383. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; September 29, 1865. 4 p.
Note: Note attached from Hannah Bent Tyner Pettengill to Mary Bent
Blanchard, ca. September 29, 1865.
Writes about selling the house and land. Asks questions about taxes.
1384. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; ca. September 29, 1865. 4 p.
Note: Enclosed with letter from Hannah Bent Tyner Pettengill to Jonathan
Blanchard, dated September 29, 1865.
Writes that Blanchard Pettengill was admitted to High School, that Mr.
Jenny preached, and that Maria Bent Nichols heard that Shreveport burned
(Maria Bent Nichols owned property there.).
1385. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; October 3, 1865. 2 p.
Writes that she was given a shawl and a dress by "the Ladies.".
1386. Stoddard, James Philemon (Husband of CBS). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Byron, IL; October 3, 1865. 4 p.
Writes about the [Pratt v. Wheaton College] court case and efforts made
in the area to prevent students from going to Wheaton College. Mentions
potential Wheaton College students, and asks Jonathan Blanchard to send
catalogs. Writes about a meeting of the A.B.C. at Chicago.
1387. Curtiss, H. E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Lima, NY; October 4, 1865.
4 p.
Note: RPFC; Signed "E. H. Curtiss".
Writes that she moved to a new house and joined a church. Writes that
her husband is in Virginia City. Mentions having heard that there was
trouble at Wheaton College. Writes about prices.
1388. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Charles A.
Blanchard]. n.p.; ca. October 10, 1865. 1 p.
Note: Note attached with a letter from Jonathan Blanchard to Mary Bent
Blanchard, dated October 10, 1865.
Gives farm instructions and a warning against not working.
1389. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Lockport, IL; October 10, 1865. 2 p.
Note: Notes are attached from Jonathan Blanchard to Nora Blanchard
Kellogg and to Charles A. Blanchard, ca. October 10, 1865.
Mentions having failed to bid good-bye to Mary Bent Blanchard. Writes
about Patton and "other leading 'bretheren' of Chicago" opposed to
Wheaton College. Writes that he spoke, that he plans to visit the
Barretts, and that the Fox River Union is to meet.
1390. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Nora
Blanchard Kellogg]. n.p.; ca. October 10, 1865. 1 p.
Note: Note written with a letter from Jonathan Blanchard to Mary Bent
Blanchard, dated October 10, 1865.
Writes, "If the death of that colt makes you a thoughtful careful child
it will be a great blessing.".
1391. Dunning, Catherine Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
New Haven, CT; October 18, 1865. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the death of Catherine Avery Bent. Writes that [Edward]
Dunning has Typhoid fever. Writes about family members.
1392. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; October 21, 1865. 3 p.
Writes about the death of Catherine Avery Bent. Asks for Wheaton College
catalogs. Asks about "the Secret Society decision." Writes that she is
pregnant.
1393. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; October 30, 1865. 1 p.
Thanks Mary Bent Blanchard for gifts.
1394. Goodrich, Mary S. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Morris, IL; November 2,
1865. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Note enclosed by Mrs. H. B. Goodrich of November 2, 1865.
Writes that she is seeking a boarding place in Wheaton. Writes about
Wheaton people.
1395. Goodrich, Mrs. H. B. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Morris, IL; November
2, 1865 ca. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Enclosed with letter by Mary S. Goodrich of November 2, 1865.
Writes about Professor Fargo.
1396. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; November 10, 1865. 4 p.
Writes about the death of Catherine Avery Bent, the possibility of
removing her body to Middlebury, and settling her estate. Writes that a
"great Union victory" was celebrated and that the Copperheads were
disappointed. Writes that a public school for blacks closed due to
"fewness of scholars.".
1397. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Salem, OH; November 11, 1865. 2 p.
Asks her to read an enclosure and pass it to Mr. Meacham, and to send
Judge Chase's letter to him. Gives farm instructions. Writes that Mr.
Ott is to thresh grain.
1398. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Wheaton, IL; November 15, 1865. 4 p.
Writes that she will send Jonathan Blanchard the decision made on Pratt
v. Wheaton College and Judge Chase's letter. Describes fine weather and
numerous visits. Mentions a candy pull at Mr. McCane's, a cotillion
party at Wheaton House, and her many duties. Gives local news.
1399. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Norwich, CT; November 16, 1865. 2 p.
Writes that he spoke to the College Society and at a Temperance
Convention. Mentions a resolution concerning Wheaton College before the
College Board. Jonathan Blanchard says he is "confused and embarassed."
Writes that he hopes Mary Bent Blanchard sent Judge Chase's letter.
Mentions a proposal to have two men visit Wheaton College.
1400. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Norwich, CT; November 17, 1865. 2 p.
Writes, "My brain is cooler than it was.".
1401. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; November 21, 1865. 2 p.
Sends money. Writes about the College Society vote and about Wheaton
College matters.
1402. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Hopkinton, MA; November 27, 1865. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about being unsuccessful in raising money for [J. C.] Webster's
endowment from Thompson and Abraham Crooks. Says, "there must be a
different style of teaching in the Congregational Churches." Says he is
convinced that Christ sent them to Wheaton. Gives advice to Charles A.
Blanchard. Writes about Napolean [Bonaparte], and farm instructions.
1403. Brydges, W. H. (Assistant, Elgin Academy). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Elgin, IL; November 27, 1865. 1 p.
Asks for a teacher.
1404. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Boston, MA; December 1, 1865. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about raising funds and about Prof. [J. C.] Webster.
1405. Curtiss, H. E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Lima, NY; December 2,
1865. 8 p.
Note: RPFC.
Sympathy for the death of Catherine Avery Bent. Writes about the College
at Lima, her house, and Baptist baptism.
1406. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Wheaton, IL; December 4, 1865. 4 p.
Writes about Mr. Childs' party, "a common Universalist Church sociable."
Writes about Wheaton College student discipline, namely about Hamm, who
attended some balls. Mentions a festival for Mr. Cramb. Writes that the
Rev. Mr. Christopher lectured on temperance, and "Mr. Weston did not like
it at all." Gives farm news. Writes that "A fine young german from
Addison was here to dinner today looking for board . . ." [Herman A.
Fischer?] Writes about applicants to board at the Blanchard house.
Gives Wheaton College news.
1407. Norton, Helen S. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Lansing, MI; December 4,
1865. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Inquires about job as Lady Principal at Wheaton College. Writes about E.
P. Bowers.
1408. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Wheaton, IL; December 6/8, 1865. 4 p.
Asks if Jonathan Blanchard is going to send money. Writes that Warren
Wheaton sent a turkey for Thanksgiving. Mentions new Wheaton College
students. Writes that Miss Cook wishes to teach French and German at
Wheaton College. Asks for instructions on house improvements. Writes
that Mr. Tirtlot was advised to have a limb amputated, and that Mary was
rumored to have run off with a married man. Writes that Col. Bronson,
Mr. Smith, and others are speaking unfavorably of Jonathan Blanchard and
Wheaton College.
1409. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Lowell, MA; December 8, 1865. 1 p.
Writes about J. C. Webster's communication to the Congregationalists.
1410. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Boston, MA; December 9, 1865. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about fundraising and the few opportunities for clerks. Says,
"Light . . . begins to arise." Writes that he preached.
1411. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Wheaton, IL; December 12, 1865. 2 p.
Writes that they slaughtered the red calf. Mentions the term at Wheaton
College is nearing its close. Writes that Miss Bowers recommended Miss
Norton as Lady Principal and that Maria Blanchard Cook was voted to a
teaching position at Wheaton College. Writes about applications to the
board.
1412. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Brookline, MA; December 13, 1865. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about preaching, fundraising, and the Aelioian Library.
1413. Dawes, William. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Rippon, WI; December 15,
1865. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Reverse contains Jonathan Blanchard's letter of December 30,
1865.
Writes that he wants to visit Wheaton College.
1414. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; December 18, 1865. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about ill health (menstrual problems), a revival, debts and
expenses, and possible names for new baby boy [Ernest I. Stoddard].
1415. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Brookline, MA; December 19, 1865. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Miss Mary Conant, saying that he is considering recommending
her to the Wheaton College trustees to teach. Writes about and his slow
progress in fundraising: "My face is strange in Boston.".
1416. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; December 21, 1865. 4 p.
Gives an account of the Pettengill house fire.
1417. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Boston, MA; December 25, 1865. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about fundraising and Wheaton matters.
1418. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Boston, MA; December 27, 1865. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Clark, the new secretary of the American Board. Gives
instructions to "kill the hog." Sends building instructions. Writes of
his intention to stay in the East and collect money in small sums.
Mentions that that it would be bad for the college to lose [J. C.]
Webster. Says that he is delighted with Mary Bent Blanchard's management
and mentions a tract.
1419. Norton, Helen S. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Lansing, MI; December 27,
1865. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Inquires further about job [as Lady Principal at Wheaton College]. Says
the Wheaton College catalog did not arrive and gives references.
Mentions greater zeal and piety as advantages of an "infant
institution.".
1420. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Boston, MA; December 28, 1865. 6 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about fundraising difficulties. Mentions preaching, and a
discourse which is to be printed--one which "contains the principles
which took me to Wheaton." Writes about calling at the State House to
see the Sec. of Education. Mentions Robert Morris, Esq.--a colored man
with a son in the college.
1421. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Boston, MA; [December 29, 1865 ?]. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to give something to Esq. Meacham and get a
receipt.
1422. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Boston, MA; December 30, 1865. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; written on reverse of letter by William Dawes of December 15,
1865.
Writes that he is sending a check, and asks Mary Bent Blanchard to write
"one of your nice little letters.".
1423. Bailey, M. A. (Widow of Gamaliel Bailey). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Hartford, [ ]; December 31, 1865. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she is collecting material for a biography of her late
husband G[amaliel] Bailey. Writes about Anti-Slavery and asks Jonathan
Blanchard for reminiscences. Writes about a Lane Seminary "difficulty"
resulting in expelled students. Writes about the Beecher and Stowe
families. Mentions Marcellus [Bailey], who returned from Texas where he
commanded colored troops.
1424. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
n.p.; [January, 1866]. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about [Helen] Norton, a candidate for Wheaton College Lady
Principal, saying that her recommendations are positive. Mentions having
sold "the large blank book to the College." Writes about Wheaton College
enrollment. Writes of Hattie's funeral and a prayer meeting.
1425. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; January, 1866. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Lizzie, Charlie [Blanchard?], people seeking God, Williston
B. Stoddard, Jonathan Blanchard, and Cyrus Louis Blanchard.
1426. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Boston, MA; January 1, 1866. 10 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about fundraising--"an awful agency." Writes about his defeat
before the College Society and mentions letters written against Wheaton
College. Gives Baldwin's answer to the question "What is the matter with
Blanchard." He claims his opposition to Secret Societies was used against
him. Says that he wrote an anti-secretism tract for the American Tract
Society. Writes about eldership, mentions that he preached and his
sermon is to be printed. Writes about new acquaintances, and says that
he hopes their house doesn't burn down. Writes that Miss [Mary] Conant
is not coming to Wheaton College.
1427. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; January 11, 1866. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the Education Society, debts, and Wheaton people.
1428. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; January 12, 1866. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about his health, Wheaton people and family members. Mentions
having "11 letters to write today.".
1429. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; January 18, 1866. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Asks if Mary Bent Blanchard received three bank drafts. Writes about the
Batchelder Fund. Mentions that 11 boarders are staying with them and
gives reasons against having so many. Writes about taxes, bills, and his
health. Writes of his great effort to get a tract published, and a
sermon being printed.
1430. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; January 28/29, 1866. 3 p.
Note: RPFC; Original filed with Charles A. Blanchard papers.
Writes about conversions at the seminary and a prayer meeting.1431. Dunlavy,
Jennie. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tonica, IL; January 30, 1866. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about special meetings and conversions. Writes of teaching, and
mentions Mr. Swinton, a Congregational Minister. Mentions that Mr. West
is preaching. Says that Mr. Foot [she is boarding with him] thinks she
is "old fogyish" because of her opposition to popular amusements.
1432. Barnet, Louisa. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Lockport, IL; January 31,
1866. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about George and Henry [Barnet], and coming to visit Wheaton.
1433. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Burr
Oak, IA; January 31, 1866. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family members and settling Catherine Avery Bent's estate.
1434. Williston, C. L. (Wife of John P. Williston). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; January 31, 1866. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about [John P.] Williston, Everett, Jonathan Blanchard, and
sending a draft for $50.00.
1435. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; February 6, 1866. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Maria [Bent Nichols], who is travelling to Shreveport.
Writes about the settlement of the [Bent] estate and an insurance policy.
Writes about the cost of tombstones. Mentions that Mr. Hammond, the
Evangelist, expected in the City. Writes that Mr. Pierce preached.
1436. Wells, Julia T. (Friend of MAB). [Letter to [Mary Bent Blanchard]].
Galesburg, IL; February 13/20, 1866. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that eight churches united for a series of meetings, and
conversions were experienced. Says that Sherman Williams is a "changed
man," and that Mrs. Lyford's husband began to pray. Mentions that the
Pettengill house burned. Writes that Tracey [Wells] went to Colorado
with Mr. Chamberlin. Writes about churches in Denver, including one
founded by Jonathan Blanchard. Writes about local people and events.
1437. Farrar, Laura Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; March 6, 1866 [?]. 4 p.
Gives advice concerning a jacket for Maria Blanchard Cook. Writes that
she gave up teaching due to health reasons, that she is considering
working in a store, and asks for a recommendation from Jonathan Blanchard
because he is "so well known by everyone nearly in the city." Mentions
Jonathan Blanchard's writing her in regard to her being a Universalist,
and mentions that she did not live in a Christian family.
1438. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to
Jonathan Blanchard]. Byron, IL; March 12, 1866. 4 p.
Note: Faded.
Writes about they used the money given by the congregation. Writes that
J. P. Stoddard received a blank from the Home Missionary Society.
1439. Dunning, Catherine Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
New Haven, CT; March 22, 1866. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that Kitty [Dunning] desires to go West. Writes about family
members and the revival of religious interest. Writes that Prof. [?]
Lulye [?] of Amhurst having preached and that Dr. Baron resigned. Says,
"You are getting all our smart men out west.".
1440. Harrisson, John. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Knoxville, IL; March 23,
1866. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about payments to William H. Holcomb. Mentions that he might sell
his property. Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to send a deed and writes about
arrangements for future payments.
1441. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; March 28, 1866. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about a revival of religion led by Mr. Hammond, the Evangelist.
Writes that "Some of the first converts were leading copperheads," that
doctors, lawyers, and athiests were converted. Writes about Mr. Holyoke,
a pastoral candidate.
1442. Bent, Joseph Avery (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Hoyleton, IL; March 31, 1866. 2 p.
Writes that Maria Bent Nichols is in Shreveport, LA, and that he is to go
to the East. Writes about farm crops. Says he thinks few people will
leave to go to Sandoral [?].
1443. Ferguson, Harriet (Wheaton College Class of 1871). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Byron, IL; April 2, 1866. 3 p.
Writes about the outlook for teaching positions. Says Mr. Feemster went
to the South. Writes that a Teachers' Institute is to be held.
1444. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to
Jonathan Blanchard]. Byron, IL; April 3, 1866. 2 p.
Writes about Jonathan Blanchard having visited them and she sent him home
with no lunch. Says she will send Cyrus Louis Blanchard's shirt.
1445. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Burr
Oak, IA; April 10, 1866. 2 p.
Writes that Joseph Avery Bent is to start east with Catherine Avery
Bent's remains. Says he received Jonathan Blanchard's sermon. Mentions
hope for a revival.
1446. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; April 13, 1866. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to send a copy of Judge Wilson's decision [in
Pratt v. Wheaton College] in favor of Wheaton College to William W.
Farwell, the lawyer for Wheaton College. Mentions Wheaton people and Mr.
DeWolf's speech.
1447. Russell, Eugene R. (Former slave). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Bidelange, [ ]; April 16, 1866. 3 p.
Note: RPFC; Written by a former slave.
Writes that he returned home to mother and father, and that he visited
his former mistress. Writes that he is trying to get into night school.
Writes about whiskey drinking.
1448. Holcomb, William H. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Knoxville, IL; April
18, 1866. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about [John] Harrisson's payments, people joining churches, and
receiving a copy of Jonathan Blanchard's sermon.
1449. Tindall, Hattie A. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. So' Grove, [ ]; April
21, 1866. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about visiting Wheaton. Asks for Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent
Blanchard's photos; gives plans to teach school in the summer. Talks
about preaching every other Sabbath, and that there is no revival.
1450. Bent, Mary P. (Sister-in-Law of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; [ca. May, 1866]. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Catherine Avery Bent's effects.
1451. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; May 6/26, 1866. 3 p.
Writes that she took Lizzie in as a domestic servant. Mentions new
church members. Writes about Nora Blanchard Kellogg's having professed
faith in Christ. Says that the work of Satan is in the land.
1452. Fischer, Julia Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Tarrytown, NY; May 10, 1866. 2 p.
Writes that she wrote five letters and received none. Writes about Mrs.
Rice, who knew Mary Bent Blanchard as a child.
1453. Fischer, Julia Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Tarrytown, NY; May 24, 1866. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Note by Maria [Nichols] of May 24, 1866 enclosed.
Writes about family members, etc.
1454. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
n.p.; May 24, 1866 ca. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; letter by Julia Blanchard Fischer of May 24, 1866 enclosed.
Writes about Mrs. White and Julia Blanchard Fischer's letter writing.
1455. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Ottawa, IL; May 26, 1866. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that the Association voted to endorse Wheaton College, that Dr.
Beecher wrote a report on Secret Societies, and Prof. Bartlett submitted
resolutions of which Jonathan Blanchard approved. Writes about his
health, mentioning that he may preach. Mentions the decision in Supreme
Court case [Pratt v. Wheaton College] being in, but opinions not
published until later. Says that one of the Judges [Lawrence]
complimented his Boston discourse. Mentions being introduced to Chief
Justice Walker, and having seen Secretary Coe of the American Home
Missions Society--secretaries strongly favor Wheaton College.
1456. Manning, Annie. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Oak Park, IL; May 28,
1866. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about a pain in the back and that she is considering electric
shock treatment.
1457. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; May 28, 1866. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family news.
1458. Manning, Annie. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Oak Park, IL; May 31/June
2, [1866]. 2 p.
Writes that she is sending garden plants.
1459. Jordon, Lizzie Heywood. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Riverside Farm,
IL; June 2, 1866. 1 p.
Writes that she is sending wild flowers.
1460. Fischer, Julia Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; June 11/12/13, 1866. 2 p.
Writes about her activities, which include strawberry picking.
1461. Caswell, Anna T. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Rockford, IL; June 21,
1866. 3 p.
Writes that she is looking for a teaching position for her daughter, and
asks Mary Bent Blanchard's help.
1462. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; July 17, 1866. 3 p.
Writes about a trip to Davenport, IA, about the Nourse's spirtualists,
and about Nora Blanchard Kellogg's upcoming visit. Gives instructions
for getting to the Pettengill house.
1463. Blanchard, William Walter (Brother of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Paxton, IL; July 21, 1866. 2 p.
Writes about his low, bereaved state of mind. Says "my wife's children
are sources of anything but comfort." Writes that Mr. Schlosser, a
pastor, is to resign.
1464. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Lexington, MA; July 21, 1866. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about her trip to Boston. Mentions the Rice debate on slavery,
and asks about a 3-week's leave of absence.
1465. Manning, Annie. [Letter to Maria Blanchard Cook]. Oak Park, IL; July 21,
1866. 2 p.
Writes about her poor health.
1466. White, Harriet (Cousin of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Bayonne,
[NJ ?]; July 22, 1866. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Julia Blanchard Fischer's activities while staying with the
Whites. Writes about family members.1467. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of
MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; July 23, 1866. 3 p.
Mentions Mary Bent Blanchard's visiting George W. Bent in Burr Oak, IA.
Writes that Narcissa [Bent] visited, that Josey Bent (the son of Samuel
Bent and Narcissa) is to go West, and that Arthur [Bent] has been
admitted to the bar.
1468. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Quincy, IL; July 25, 1866. 1 p.
Note: Photocopy; Original filed with the Charles A. Blanchard Papers.
Writes that he taught school and is working in a store.
1469. Dunlavy, Jennie. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Hennepin, IL; July 26,
1866. 3 p.
Writes that she attended Anniversary exercises at Rockford Seminary, that
she is unable to accept a teaching position, and that she is expecting
Jonathan Blanchard to preach for them. Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to come
also.
1470. Fischer, Julia Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; July 28, 1866. 2 p.
Asks Sonora Blanchard Kennedy to write.
1471. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; July 30, 1866. 3 p.
Writes that she is looking for a teaching position, that some people fear
cholera, that her father visited, that John and Frances Stearns had a
baby boy, and that there is a new Sabbath School Library.
1472. Shornas, Ella P. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Ottawa, IL; July 31,
1866. 1 p.
Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to send a dress she left at the Blanchard house.
1473. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; August 2, 1866. 1 p.
Writes that he is sending coal to Wheaton.
1474. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Burr
Oak, IA; August 3, 1866. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about positions for teachers, saying that they are "not as fixed
as we could desire.".
1475. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Granville, IL; August 4, 1866. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he got lumber for a sidewalk and gives news of acquaintances.
1476. Votaw, Hattie W. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Amherst, MA; August 6,
1866. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Compares Amhurst and Wheaton Churches. Writes about Amhurst College,
revival in Liber, the Band of Hope, acquaintances, and family members.
1477. Bartlett, Alice E. (Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Blackberry, IL; August 10, 1866. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she is uncertain whether to return to Wheaton College and
mentions Mary Bent Blanchard's exhaustion following commencement.
1478. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; August 14, 1866. 2 p.
Writes that she had cholera. Asks when Nora Blanchard Kellogg is to
arrive. Mentions the omnibus fare.
1479. Bartlett, Alice E. (Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Blackberry, IL; August 15, 1866. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about arrangements for coming to Wheaton and staying with the
Blanchards.
1480. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Quincy, IL; August 17, 1866. 1 p.
Note: Photocopy; Original filed with the Charles A. Blanchard Papers.
Asks for a letter to transfer his church membership to the First
Congregational Church of Quincy.
1481. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard]. Lexington House, MA; August 18, 1866.
2 p.
Gives plans for her return to Wheaton.
1482. Manning, Annie. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Oak Park, IL; August 21,
1866. 2 p.
Writes about plans to visit Wheaton. Says she is anxious to "take an
electric shock." Asks if a good domestic girl can be obtained in
Wheaton, saying that the local Dutch are "nasty.".
1483. Bliss, C. P. (Parent of Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Buda, IL; August 24, 1866. 3 p.
Asks if Howard can board with the Blanchards.
1484. Bent, Joseph Avery (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Hoyleton, IL; August 27, 1866. 2 p.
Writes that his family is ill and he is unable to come. Writes that he
plans to rent Dr. Lewis' place.
1485. Kellogg, Nora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; September 3, 1866. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about her trip to Chicago and various people. Mentions that the
depot men broke her trunk's lock.
1486. Thayer, S. A. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Boston, MA; September 7,
1866. 4 p.
Writes about two black students who may attend Wheaton College. Asks
about Wheaton College's advantages and if blacks have equal standing with
whites.
1487. Wells, Abby F. (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Fenton; September 17, 1866. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about her situation--her husband is dead and she wants one of
Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard's girls to live with her for a
few months to expose her children to "refined society.".
1488. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Maria Blanchard Cook].
Tarrytown, NY; September 20/25, 1866. 4 p.
Note: Note attached from Maria Bent Nichols to Mary Bent Blanchard, ca.
September 20/25, 1866.
Writes about Maria Blanchard Cook's teaching gymnastics. Asks about
[Catherine Avery Bent]'s monument.
1489. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
n.p.; ca. September 20/25, 1866. 4 p.
Note: Attached to letter from Maria Bent Nichols to Maria Blanchard Cook,
dated September 20/25, 1866.
Writes about Catherine Avery Bent's effects and George W. Bent's things.
1490. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. n.p.; ca. September 25, 1866. 1 p.
Note: Attached to a letter from Hannah Bent Tyner Pettengill to Mary Bent
Blanchard, dated September 25, 1866.
Refers to some business which Jonathan Blanchard took care of for her.
Mentions Collin's Bond. Says she wishes to sell the property at
Hoyleton.
1491. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; September 25, 1866. 3 p.
Note: Note enclosed from Hannah Bent Tyner Pettengill to Jonathan
Blanchard, ca. September 25, 1866.
Writes about Catherine Avery Bent's effects. Says Mr. Griffin's brothers
attend the Pettengills' church.
1492. Holcomb, William H. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Knoxville, IL; October
1, 1866. 1 p.
Writes about paying the debts of Mr. Harrison. Asks Jonathan Blanchard
to send the note and he will send money.
1493. Sanderson, Louise. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; October
10, 1866. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that her mother will be happy to entertain Mary Bent Blanchard and
Jonathan Blanchard during the Association meeting.
1494. Holcomb, William H. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Knoxville, IL;
October 12, 1866. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about payment and deed arrangements for [John] Harrisson.
1495. Kellogg, Nora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; October 12, 1866. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she attended the dedication of the Peoria County Soldiers'
Monument and that Major B. F. Butler and General John A. Logan spoke.
Asks for a sample of Charles A. Blanchard's handwriting.
1496. Manning, Louis C. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Oak Park, IL; October
13, 1866. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Thanks Mary Bent Blanchard for sending medical supplies. Writes about
clearing land, and mentions that Lizzie [Heywood Jordan] is planning to
get married.
1497. Farnsworth, J. F. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. St. Charles, IL;
October 25, 1866. 1 p.
Writes that he will visit Wheaton and his son Fred who is boarding with
the Blanchards. Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to continue boarding Fred.
1498. Manning, Annie (Wife of Louis C. Manning). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Riverside Farm, IL; November 6, 1866. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about being sick with cholera.
1499. Blanchard, William Walter (Brother of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; November 14, 1866. 4 p.
Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to send a Wheaton College catalog to Gilbert
Hall. Writes that there is a "general desire" for Rev. Hubbard to become
their minister. Mentions that a meeting of the church considered the
grievances of the current minister, Mr. Schlosser. Says that he is
inviting Rev. Hubbard to live in his house.
1500. Dunlavy, Jennie. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Hennepin, IL; November
28, 1866. 3 p.
Sends money for the _Freedmen_. Writes that she attended a lecture by Anna
Dickinson, "the first 'Lady Lecturer' I have ever heard and considered
endurable.".
1501. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard]. Farm Ridge, IL; December 6, 1866. 3
p.
Note: RPFC; Oroginal filed with Charles A. Blanchard Papers.
Writes about teaching, the spiritual state of the students, and the local
Episcopal church.
1502. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard and
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chester, NY; December 8, 1866. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about teaching school, and family news. Mentions the death of
Cyrus Lewis Blanchard, and meetings where M. E. was the preacher.
1503. Russell, Eugene R. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Houma, IL; December
10, 1866. 4 p.
Writes that he wishes to return to the North and to go to school.
1504. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; [1867 ?]. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Original filed with Charles A. Blanchard Papers.
Asks about the Wheaton College building fund.
1505. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; [ca. 1867 ?]. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes letter of introduction for Bro. Bissell. Writes that Maria
Blanchard Cook is to take Mary Bent Blanchard's place at home if Mary
Bent Blanchard is to act as Wheaton College officer. Writes about a
carriage.
1506. Wells, Julia T. (Friend of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Galesburg, IL; January 3, 1867. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about a meeting of the Missionary Association, the American Tract
Society, prayer meetings, and family news.
1507. Wright, S. G. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Neponset, IL; January 4,
1867. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Damon Reed, and his family background. Mentions a revival
and writes of Methodists' "entire sanctification.".
1508. Farrar, Laura Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; January 5, 1867. 1 p.
Writes that she is suffering from neuralgia, and that she sent a box of
New Year's gifts.
1509. Wheeler, Laura Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Manchester, [ ]; January 6, 1867. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes children who have died and includes a poem "To My Niece Mary
Blanchard, 22 Years of Age.".
1510. Manning, Annie (Wife of Louis Manning). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Riverside Farm, IL; January 9, 1867. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that E. Kelly is ill. Writes that she remembers reading "The
Black Dwarf" to Mary Bent Blanchard. Writes about Wheaton College and
mentions that her mother is ill. Writes about their livestock, the New
Year's Celebration, and sends a recipe for English Plum Pudding.
1511. Feemster, Ann. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Columbus, MS; January 30,
1867. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about her family. Mentions a black and white Sabbath School where
colored people are learning to read. Writes of a week of prayer, and a
rumor that a Negro school house in Columbus burned down.
1512. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; February 5, 1867. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Family members and Middlebury acquaintances. Writes of
Martha Nichols, who married a Benson and then a Phinney. Mentions that
Horace and Janus are dead. Mentions that Sarah Bewere[?] is married, and
that Smith married Mrs. Rufus Wainwright's granddaughter.
1513. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Catherine Bent
Dunning]. Wheaton, IL; February 11, 1867. 4 p.
Writes that Jonathan Blanchard "had a turn of sick headache," that
Catherine Blanchard Stoddard and J. P. Stoddard stayed in Wheaton for two
weeks, that Charles A. Blanchard is teaching in a Seminary, and that
Maria Blanchard Cook is teaching at Wheaton College. Writes about her
seven boarders, one of whom is a universalist. Mary Bent Blanchard
asserts, "most of that persuasion [Universalism] are spiritualists."
Writes that there is some religious interest at Wheaton College. Writes
that there is talk of enlarging the Wheaton College building. Mentions
Catherine Avery Bent's effects. Writes that George W. Bent plans to move
from Burr Oak.
1514. Powell, L. W. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; February 12,
1867. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Mary [a prospective student] having taken ill and a revival
at Ft. Atkinson.
1515. Manning, Annie. [Letter to [Mary Bent Blanchard]]. Oak Park, IL; February
14, 1867. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family news and packing boxes of clothing.
1516. Phelps, A. A. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Lockport, NY; February 14,
1867. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he is writing anti-freemasonry material and asks Jonathan
Blanchard to send a tract.
1517. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to [Mary Bent
Blanchard]]. Turner, IL; February 18, 1867. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the Beltonian Literary Society and having received $10.00.
1518. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. DuBuque, IA; February 20, 1867. 2 p.
Writes that he is uncertain when he shall return. Gives travel plans.
Writes that he fears a "fuss and talk" will "keep down religion" in the
Beltonian.
1519. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; February 22, 1867. 3 p.
Note: Note attached from Hannah Bent Tyner Pettengill to Nora Blanchard
Kellogg, ca. February 22, 1867.
Writes about Catherine Avery Bent's effects. Writes about a washing
machine, and about the river being high, causing fear that the bridge may
be carried away. Writes that Moses Pettengill is waiting to hear from a
man in Iowa before writing about college land.
1520. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Nora Blanchard
Kellogg]. Peoria, IL; ca. February 22, 1867. 1 p.
Note: Enclosed with letter from Hannah Bent Tyner Pettengill to Mary Bent
Blanchard, dated February 22, 1867.
Writes that congregational singing was introduced in church.1521. Garrison, T.
R. [Letter to First Church of Christ at Wheaton]. Houston,
TX; February 28, 1867. 4 p.
Monthly report of his labors among the Freedmen, mentioning the need for
missionaries and the low estate of the Freedmen. Writes about teaching
the Freedmen.
1522. Bartlett, Alice E. (Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Blackberry, IL; March 8, 1867. 4 p.
Writes about her "friend in the far west," about a young gentleman, about
having given a tract on Secret Societies to a Freemason, about the low
religious state of Blackberry, and about the growth of the Lodge and of
the Good Templars.
1523. Manning, Annie. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Oak Park, IL; March 21,
1867. 2 p.
Asks if Nora Blanchard Kellogg could stay with her while her husband is
away.
1524. Manning, Annie. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; March 26, 1867. 4
p.
Writes that the YMCA locates positions for young people. Writes about
the difficulty of obtaining domestic servants in the country, and asks
Mary Bent Blanchard what she desires in a domestic servant. Says she
will inquire about a teaching position for Miss Feemster. Mentions
German and Irish schoolchildren.
1525. Dunlavy, Jennie (Former Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Galveston, [TX]; April 4, 1867. 4 p.
Writes that her church appointed her a representative to the Freedmen.
Describes the anti-northern feelings of the city. Writes about her
journey to Galveston, about a religious meeting of northerners held in an
upper parlor, about waiting for an appointment from the Freedmen's
Bureau, and about a black man who was murdered by soldiers on the steps
of the Teacher's House.
1526. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; April 8, 1867. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about acquaintances and family members. Says that she may go to
Middlebury.
1527. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; April 16, 1867. 4 p.
Writes about Mary, Mrs. Jackson's domestic "girl." Writes that she
suggested to Mrs. Jackson that she move to Wheaton. Says she could "weep
her eyes out for sorrow" when she thinks about how she was brought up.
1528. Wells, Julia T. (Friend of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Galesburg, IL; April 20, 1867. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that Carrie [her daughter] had a son. Mentions that Professor Hard
is leaving and that he led a class on Christianity. Writes of local
people and family members.
1529. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; May 2, 1867. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the price of flour. Mentions having bought Samuel Adams'
biography. Sends farm instructions.
1530. Crocker, May N. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Maroa, IL; May 4, [ca.
1867]. 6 pp.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about her children, John, Rufus, and George. Writes that Abbie is
an artist and that Abbie married George R. Percy. Writes about the
Cooper Institute. Writes about breast cancer and blames it on "over
exertion heating the blood, &c.".
1531. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; May 4, 1867. 3 p.
Note: RPFC; includes 1 p. note to Nora Blanchard Kellogg [not indexed
with Jonathan Blanchard-Mary Bent Blanchard letters].
Writes about local and family news, including buying land, and
"excitement" concerning a minister.
1532. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; May 8, 1867. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that Bro. Smith preached and compares him to Jonathan Blanchard.
Writes that Ernest I. Stoddard was baptized and gives her views on infant
baptism. Mentions Jonathan Blanchard's sermon on baptism. Mentions that
Mrs. Stoddard is ill. Mentions that she is writing a manuscript for the
Massachusetts Sunday School Society. Mentions the death of Calvin
Feemster's father.
1533. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard; Stoddard, James Philemon (Daughter and Sonin-Law of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; May
15, 1867. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Write about the birth of a daughter [Mary Irene].
1534. Blanchard, Mary Ann (Widow of CLB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Chestertown, NY; May 16, 1867. 8 p.
Writes about Cyrus Lewis Blanchard's estate and her business matters.
Writes about business and family matters concerning Laura Blanchard
Wheeler, saying that Laura believes Mary owes her money and Mary
disagrees with her.
1535. Stoddard, James Philemon (Husband of CBS). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Byron, IL; May 21, 1867. 2 p.
Writes that Catherine Blanchard Stoddard is recovering from childbirth.
Writes about converting a store into a house, about preaching duties,
planting trees, having sent trees to Jonathan Blanchard, and selling a
buggy. Writes that Mrs. Rood had a baby.
1536. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Paxton, IL; May 22, 1867. 2 p.
Writes that catalogs are not out, and that he got wet. Gives farm
instructions. Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to send a paper containing a nonvoting resolution passed by the Garrison convention in Boston, in 1838.
1537. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to
Jonathan Blanchard]. Byron, IL; May 24, 1867. 6 p.
Mentions Jonathan Blanchard's asking his listeners to verify his sermon
statements. Relates her view of baptism. Says she named the new baby
Mary Irene Stoddard, and she wants one of her sisters to stay with her.
1538. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Champaign, IL; May 27, 1867. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the Association Meeting, saying that the Wheaton College
cause gained and the Secret Societies' losing. Writes about a resolution
on Secret Societies being postponed.
1539. Manning, Annie (Wife of Louis Manning). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
n.p.; June 6/7, 1867. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about sending vegetable plants, asks if a strawberry festival and
a fair are to be held, and talks about plans for when "the folks" visit.
1540. Sanford, S. I. (Former Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Auburn, IA; June 12, 1867. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about teaching--rough students, local churches and Sunday Schools,
Methodists, and "The Desciples" [sic].
1541. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Burr
Oak, IA; June 20, 1867. 3 p.
Note: RPFC; Mary Bent sends note with this letter to Mary Bent Blanchard.
Writes that he received a box. Mentions teaching and railroad positions.
Mentions that he is thinking of applying for an Agency with the American
Mission Association. Writes about family members.
1542. Bent, Mary P. (Wife of George Bent). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Burr
Oak, IA; [June 20, 1867]. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; sent with a letter from George W. Bent to Mary Bent Blanchard
on June 20, 1867.
Writes about second-hand clothing, and a week of Prayer.
1543. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Lansing, IL; June 21, 1867. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about teaching, collecting on a note, and Laura [Stearns].
1544. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; July 8, 1867. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that Mr. Perkins may preach. Writes about his health and mentions
having preached. Mentions calling on O'Brien--a converted lawyer. Writes
of Knox and Wheaton College matters.
1545. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; July 9, 1867. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Mr. Morgan, who is selling books; and Mrs. Michael, whose
husband is seeking a divorce and is to rent a room from them. Suggests
Miss Alice Spalding to teach music at Wheaton College.
1546. Haven, I. E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; July 13, 1867.
2 p.
Says she would like to visit.
1547. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; July 13, 1867. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about a 14 year old girl who wishes to go to school and work--she
may want to attend Wheaton College.
1548. Fischer, Julia Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Byron, IL; July 16, 1867. 3 p.
Describes the journey to Byron. Writes about Mr. Reed's daughter. Says
J. P. Stoddard wishes to meet with Jonathan Blanchard.
1549. Dunning, Virginia (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Chicago, IL; July 17, [1867]. 1 p.
Asks if she can visit Wheaton, saying that she is "sick of this dusty,
dirty city." Mentions that she is worn out from teaching.
1550. Dunning, Virginia (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Chicago, IL; July 23, [1867]. 1 p.
Writes about her planned arrival in Wheaton.
1551. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; July 30, 1867. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about yeast, Hattie Ferguson, and family members.
1552. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to [Catherine Bent
Dunning]]. Wheaton, IL; August 1, 1867. 4 p.
Writes that she is sending a trunk to Catherine Bent Dunning, that
Jonathan Blanchard preached in Byron for J. P. Stoddard, and that Josey
Bent is still alive.
1553. Fischer, Julia Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; August 3, 1867. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; letter by Catherine Blanchard Stoddard of August 3, 1867
enclosed.
Writes about a mother who wishes to send her daughter to Wheaton College,
Bread-making, and yeast.
1554. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; [August 3, 1867]. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; letter by Julia Blanchard Fischer of August 3, 1867 enclosed.
Writes about Jonathan Blanchard's carriage wheels, preserving food, and
family members.
1555. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Lansing, IL; August 12, [1867]. 3 p.
Mentions that Mary Bent Blanchard is keeping and collecting money for
her. Says that she is not keen on the idea of boarding with Mrs.
Pierpont. Writes about family members, mentioning that Laura Stearns is
in Vermont. Writes of her plans to return to Wheaton.
1556. Jones, Sarah Feemster (Wheaton College Class of 1870). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Big Woods, [ ]; August 12, 1867. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about teaching, Hattie, and Miss Paxton.
1557. Fleming, Alice (Former Wheaton College Student). [Letter to "Beloved
Teacher"]. n.p.; August 16/29, 1867. 3 p.
Writes about teaching school and about the students, who "have not good
moral principles.".
1558. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; August 17, 1867. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about her health, mentions Rev. E. G. Miner preaching, the AntiSecret Society effort, candidates for pastoral position, and family
members.
1559. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; August 19, 1867. 4 p.
Writes that she will send a parcel. Describes her "Southern Affairs"-business, paying debts, and her good business agent, a Hungarian. Writes
about a visit to Middlebury. Mentions that Anne Bent's mother died.
Writes that Stephen A. King, Jr. is advocating joining the Freemasons.
1560. Blanchard, William Walter (Brother of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Paxton, IL; September 9, 1867. 4 p.
Writes that he does not want Libbie [Blanchard] to go to Byron. Writes
about Libbie's education and asks Mary Bent Blanchard's advice as to
whether she should go to Wheaton or not.
1561. Reed, Penley. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Crystal Lake, IL; October 4,
1867. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Handwritten copy of a letter donating $5.00 to Wheaton College Building
fund. Talks about the Anti-Secret Society effort.
1562. Blanchard, William Walter (Brother of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Paxton, IL; November 8, 1867. 2 p.
Writes about the drought, saying, "Water is an article of trade in
Paxton." Describes health and financial ills. Writes that he had hoped
to make money from his plow [invention?]. Writes, "There is more
consistant piety in the Presbyterian church than in the Congregational.".
1563. Bartlett, Alice E. (Former Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Blackberry, IL; November 12, 1867. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Jonathan Blanchard's printed sermon, chloroform use during
operations, and teaching (unusual school--no profane scholars). On the
envelope is a draft of Freedman Aid form.
1564. Manning, Annie (Former Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; November 18, 1867. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about building a house, painting, plowing, and digging a ditch to
drain the field; says she would like to visit Jonathan Blanchard and Mary
Bent Blanchard; talks about digging a well, and mentions prairie fires.
1565. Stoddard, James Philemon (Son-in-Law of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Byron, IL; November 25, 1867. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about acquaintances and family members.
1566. Wright, W. F. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Atlanta, GA; November 25,
[1867]. 3 p.
Asks about the prospects of a former slave being admitted to Wheaton
College and says that prejudice keeps Negro students out of the local
schools.
1567. Blanchard, William Walter (Brother of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Paxton, IL; November 30, 1867. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Wheaton College, sends $20.00 and mentions lawsuits.
1568. Manning, Annie (Wife of Louis Manning). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Oak Park, IL; December 10, 1867. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes why she did not visit Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard.
1569. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Toledo, OH; December 12, 1867. 4 p.
Describes activities in Chicago. Says "Chairman" Fairfield did not know
the result of council. Mentions that he attended a noon prayer meeting
with Moody, and that he thinks Moody loves him, but Moody is afraid to
offend the Freemasons. Writes about a salary dispute over a new minister
at Patton's church. Says the train did not leave due to a collapsed
bridge. Writes that he took charge of a Wednesday evening prayer meeting
at Plymouth Church. Mentions Captain Smith, a prominent member of
Plymouth Church, who wants him to preach. Writes that he will write
letters for the Sunday Evening meeting at home. Mentions tobacco smoke
in the hotel.
1570. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Oberlin, OH; December 14, 1867. 2 p.
Writes that he rode an omnibus sleigh to Pres. Fairchild's of Oberlin,
and that he rode on a smoking car. Writes that Pres. Finney is to speak
on Secret Societies, that Jonathan Blanchard attended and addressed a
meeting of the second Congregational Church "which was to distress Secret
Societies." Says that the National Convention is to be at Pittsburg.
1571. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Oberlin, OH; December 16, 1867. 2 p.
Writes about the providence of God. Writes that he preached twice, that
the Convention is to be held in Pittsburg, and that the Oberlin bretheren
are "just enough afraid of attacking the Lodge" to make them willing to
send the national convention to Pittsburg.
1572. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; December 19, 1867. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Railroad disasters and sends farm instructions. Writes that
the Oberlin people favor Pittsburg as the venue for the National [NCA]
Convention. Asks about the "result of council in case of our Pastor."
Asks for the Proceedings of the Aurora Convention and other items. Writes
about the building fund, and writing a book. Mentions writing a letter to
the _Chicago Tribune_ about the ghost at Chicago jail and asks for it to be
read on Sabbath evening.
1573. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; December 23, 1867. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he preached, and that he wants the Result of Council. Writes
about the Wheaton College building fund, acquaintances, and family
members.
1574. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Herman A.
Fischer]. Northampton, MA; December 25, 1867. 4 p.
Writes about Herman A. Fischer's success in obtaining subscriptions to
the Wheaton College building fund. Asks for an exact account of the
building fund. Says that he is making arrangements for an NCA Convention.
Mentions that the editor of the _Christian Statesman_ is to act on the NCA
Convention Committee. Writes that a public meeting is scheduled
concerning constitutional recognition of Christianity. Mentions that he
is writing a manuscript which he hopes to publish. Mentions that there is
talk in the East that Illinois land is richer than that of New England
and that "the West must build its own colleges." Writes about the work of
Wheaton College, saying "the success of the College depends on the
success of its principles." Says that Freemasonry is undermining the
Kingdom of God.
1575. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; December 26, 1867. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about attending to National [NCA] Convention matters, writing a
book, prayer meetings, and promising to address the Society which seeks
the recognition of Christ in our national Constitution. Writes about the
Wheaton College building fund, the "Result of Council," and says that
"omitting pray[er] was the fatal rock on which the Galesburgh movement
seemed to split.".
1576. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; December 30, 1867. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about writing, the Result of the Council, the Batchelder fund, and
the Wheaton College building.
1577. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; December 30, 1867. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about refusing an offer to buy her "place," family members, a
tombstone, and visits to friends. Sends $25.00.
1578. n.p.; [1868]. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; Draft of a letter.
Describes Wheaton College and its needs, the building fund and progress
on the building; and asks for financial assistance.
1579. Floyd, William. [Letter to [Mary Bent Blanchard?]]. Wheaton, IL; January,
1868. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about breaking through the ice while skating.
1580. [Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard] (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; January, 1868. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Thanks Mary Bent Blanchard for a thread case. Writes about Maria
Blanchard Cook, Jonathan Blanchard, and Julia Blanchard Fischer.
1581. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; January 4, 1868. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about a fur-trimmed hood which is to be a New Year's gift for "a
poor colored woman." Mentions the upcoming week of prayer, reading of a
speech by Jonathan Blanchard in the Newspapers, the Wheaton College
building, a prayer meeting, and a New Year's Festival.
1582. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to The
Students of Wheaton College]. Florence, MA; January 6, 1868. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about his busy schedule--writing, preaching, the British Political
Parties, the Spirit of God, the Gospel, 15 young men in a Northampton
jail for arson and other crimes, "Maine, or Prohibitory Laws," Secret
Societies, and the political situation.
1583. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; January 7, 1868. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Write about receiving a package from Mary Bent Blanchard. Mentions
reading Mrs. Pomeroy's Life. Mentions talking with two people about
going to Wheaton College in Miss Moon's place. Writes about a week of
prayer, and being invited to a Masonic festival.
1584. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Hopkinton, MA; January 9, 1868. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about his activities in Massachusetts, prayer meetings, the
Wheaton College building fund, and a week of prayer. Mentions being
snubbed by Joshua Leavitt, who refused to allow him to speak. Mentions
Lee Claflin (a member of the Massachusetts State Senate), Dr. Ide (the
father-in-law of Torrey), and his plans to apply to a committee of the
College Society. Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to send the Aurora proceedings
to him.
1585. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. n.p.; January 10, 1868. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Original filed with Charles A. Blanchard Papers.
Writes about [Wheaton College] and his time in Lafayette.1586. Blanchard,
Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. West Medway, MA; January 13, 1868. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about revivals, popularity, attending four Sunday meetings, and
fearing Mary Bent Blanchard will be burnt out.
1587. Manning, Annie (Former Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; January 13, 1868. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the death of her Mother-in-Law, about Geraldine Blanchard
Fischer, and Alice Bartlett.
1588. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Boston, MA; January 15, 1868. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Burnham (who is to publish his book), and fear of Lodge
retaliation.
1589. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Boston, MA; January 16, 1868. 3 p.
Note: RPFC; Short note [1 p.] attached from Jonathan Blanchard to Cyrus
Louis Blanchard.
Writes about taxes, saying "I have been swindled enough about taxes."
Sends instructions for selling a bank draft. The note to Cyrus Louis
Blanchard is about "making trouble at home.".
1590. Bartlett, P. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; January 18,
1868. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about prayer meetings, and the local church having lost its
pastor, and Mr. P.[?].
1591. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Brookline, MA; January 18, 1868. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about being a Vice President and hoping to speak at a meeting in
the State House. Mentions publishing a book on Secret Societies, and
anxiety over fire and insurance.
1592. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Hampton, NH; January 24, 1868. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about where he stayed, his health, having sent a clipping for Mary
Bent Blanchard to forward to Mr. Whitlock (of the _Illinoian_). Mentions
that business is dead and he will not try to raise funds.
1593. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Boston, MA; January 27, 1868. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about ill health, his manuscript book, the dread of Secret
Societies and their funeral rites. Mentions that Burnham is "flinching"
at publishing his book. Says that Draper is "a dull stick of a man.".
1594. Jennie. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Houston, TX; January 28, 1868. 6
p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about "Missionary Teachers" in Texas, and work with freedmen.
Writes of teaching, and the AMA. Says that "City Freedmen are more
demoralized than those in the country." Writes of the wickedness of the
state, and an account of an intruder.
1595. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; January 31, 1868. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Mrs. Robinson, who talked with Catherine Blanchard Stoddard
about having her (Robinson's) sister go to Wheaton and work for her
board.
1596. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; February 1, 1868. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to spend "a week or more" with her [to assist
with childbirth]. Writes that Simon Spaulding died, and that Mr. Fisk
and Mrs. Hall are both ill.
1597. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Hew Haven, CT; February 3/8, 1868. 2 p.
Writes about the College Society. Agrees to spend an evening talking of
Catherine Bent Dunning's affairs. Writes that three men are to give
money for Wheaton College. Writes that Mr. Washburne has a "paralytic
shock.".
1598. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Washington, DC; February 7, 1868. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Written on War Dept. Stationary. Writes about a prayer meeting. Writes
of attending a reception for Judge Chase ("a vanity fair") and having
seen the British Minister [Workton?]. Writes about the ladies' dresses.
Mentions being engaged to preach in the House of Representatives and in a
colored church. Says that Judge Chase wants the nomination for
President. Mentions General [Ulysses S.] Grant's drinking. Writes that
he believes the College Society will endorse Wheaton College in May.
Writes about fundraising, Secret Societies, and Thaddeus Stevens' opinion
of Secret Societies. Writes his belief that the Masonic influence kept
congress from impeaching President [Andrew] Johnson. Mentions that
Senator [Henry] Wilson is opposed to Secret Societies.
1599. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Washington, DC; February 14, 1868. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Written on U. S. Congress letterhead. Writes that he attended a
Congressional prayer meeting. Writes about Judge Chase and his daughters,
Mrs. [Kate] Sprague and Nettie. Mentions visiting Howard University and
the Treasury Dept..1600. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College).
[Letter to Thaddeus
Stevens]. Washington, DC; February 15, 1868. 6 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Thanks Stevens for a letter Stevens wrote for Jonathan Blanchard to
General Robert C. Schenck. Writes that he is to preach in the Hall of
Representatives. Writes about his possessions and family--that they are
free from debt. Asks for money for the Wheaton College building and
offers to name it after Stevens. Upbraids Stevens for his sins,
mentioning popular beliefs about Stevens and asks Stevens to accept
Christ.
1601. "Poetical Cousin". [Letter to "Cousin Byron"]. Geneva, IL; March 26, 1868.
2 p.
Writes of attending an examination and exhibition at Wheaton College.
Mentions that the Wheaton College students are returning home for
vacation. Mentions a teacher's institute.
1602. Manning, Annie (Wife of Louis Manning). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Oak Park, IL; March 27, 1868. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Lizzie [Heywood Jordan], saying she gave up a young man and
is going to go to Wheaton College.
1603. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; April 1868. 6 p.
Writes that Charles A. Blanchard was disgusted with her house. Mentions
some "little things" that happened when J. P. Stoddard was left with
Cyrus Louis Blanchard which make her want Mary Bent Blanchard to keep
Williston B. Stoddard for a time. Mentions that J. P. Stoddard plans to
attend a triennial meeting. Writes of her plans for a family excursion to
Wheaton College commencement. Mentions that Charles A. Blanchard had
commented that housekeeping was not one of Mary Bent Blanchard's
excellencies and discussed Mary Bent Blanchard's housekeeping. Mentions
that Cyrus Louis Blanchard was "slow to stop teasing his mother." Says
that J. P. Stoddard received some clothes from the church and that she
received a rocking chair. Mentions Mary Bent Blanchard's success as an
agent for Wheaton College and wonders if she ought to undertake similiar
work. Relates that Mr. Pettibone spoke of "giving women credit for what
they had done." Mentions that J. P. Stoddard drinks much coffee and that
he partook of that beverage with Jonathan Blanchard.
1604. Bent, Mary P. (Sister-in-Law of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Burr Oak, IA; April 18, 1868. 2 p.
Writes that Geroge P. Bent is to go to school. Asks if Mary Bent
Blanchard asked Jonathan Blanchard about a communion set for George W.
Bent's church. Asks for second-hand books for Sunday School. Writes
about Adventists preaching in the area.
1605. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; May 1, 1868. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Moses Pettengill] and going to Pittsburg.
1606. Stewart, Mattie. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Champaign, IL; May 6,
1868. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Jonathan Blanchard's "interfereance" in church trouble,
acquaintances and family members.
1607. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to [Charles
Finney]]. Wheaton, IL; May 11, 1868. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Corrects what he said about Finney's late masonic connection. Mentions
his book on masonry. Says he is thinking of starting a bi-weekly antisecret society paper and considering "The American Christian" as a title.
1608. Manning, Annie (Wife of Louis Manning). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
n.p.; May 17, 1868. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that a family is renting part of their house, and that they did
not plant a garden. Writes about poultry.
1609. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Charles G.
Finney]. Wheaton, IL; May 18, 1868. 2 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Asks Finney to inquire of Rochester friends about holding an NCA meeting
in that place. Writes about the need for an anti-secret society paper.
1610. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to [Charles
G.] Finney]. Wheaton, IL; May 18, 1868. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Writes about the venue of the [NCA] meeting, the new paper [_Christian
Cynosure_], and Finney's letters to _The Independent_. Writes about
ejecting Secret Society members from churches. Writes about the National
Convention.
1611. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; May 18, 1868. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Invites Mary Bent Blanchard to visit; writes about a convention in
Jacksonville where the lady delegates were "rather superfluous.".
1612. Sanderson, Louise. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; May 19,
1868. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Julia, Henry, and Mrs. Haven.
1613. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; May 25, 1868. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he spoke for an hour against Secret Societies. Mentions
people who joined the Good Templars. Mentions that he "spoke with too
much vehemence." Writes about bees, and wanting a place to speak on
Sunday.
1614. Beardsley, B. V. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Atlanta, IL; June 1,
1868. 4 p.
Writes that Mr. and Mrs. G. B. Hubbard are attending the General
Assocation at Jacksonville. Gives prices for a table, a mop handle, and
varnish. Writes about her spiritual state.
1615. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to George
Whipple]. Wheaton, IL; June 1, 1868. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Says he is unable to recommend Dea. Thomas Tuttle due to unfamiliarity.
Also on the letter, in another hand, are instructions to Mrs. Barrister
concerning response to the above.
1616. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Charles G.
Finney]. Wheaton, IL; July 4, 1868. 1 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Writes about Finney's articles in the _Independent_. Says that the
_Christian Cynosure_ is to be out soon. Offers possible locations for the
NCA's next annual meeting.
1617. Kennedy, Sonora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; July 7, 1868. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Mr. Mack (the preacher), and a trip to Peoria via Galesburg.
1618. Cowan, R. A. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Kindenwood, IL; July 10, 1868
[?]. 2 p.
Inquires about payment of tuition from the Batchelder fund.
1619. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Charles G.
Finney]. Wheaton, IL; July 11, 1868. 1 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Writes that he hopes to have _Christian Cynosure_ out in ten days. Gives
possible locations for the next annual NCA convention. States his belief
that the papers "will not report for us" [Anti-Secret Societies] by next
year.
1620. Wicks, Nettie M. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. La Foy, [ ]; July 13,
1868. 2 p.
Seeks a home for a 14 year old boy while he attends Wheaton College.
1621. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Lockport, IL; [July 16, 1868]. 3 p.
Note: RPFC; Original is filed with Charles A. Blanchard papers.
Writes about teaching school and about Sabbath School. Writes, "I see
the Devil is trying a flank movement on Wheaton by way of Knox and the M.
E. Church.
1622. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; July 17, 1868. 4 p.
Writes about Catherine Avery Bent's effects and the cemetary lot's
completion. Says she will try to donate $100.00. Mentions her business
agent. Subscribes to _Christian Cynosure_. Asks Jonathan Blanchard's
opinion of (college fraternities?).
1623. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Morrison, IL; August 3/6, 1868. 2 p.
Asks for a Wheaton College catalog for an interested student. Mentions
Jonathan Blanchard's having written a "small book." Says she received the
_Christian Banner_ [_Christian Cynosure_]. Writes that she will speak with
the head teacher about a position for Charles A. Blanchard.
Oversized.
1624. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; August 4, 1868. 4 p.
Mentions a lost manuscript [_Fellowship with Devils_?] and the death of
[Herman A. Fischer]'s father. Writes about farm crops. Writes that
Father Norton was injured in a fall from a horse. Asks if Maria
Blanchard Cook is to be married and if she would adopt a girl. Writes
that Mr. White, a blind man, is cured.
1625. Blanchard, William Walter (Brother of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Paxton, IL; August 5, 1868. 2 p.
Writes that he wishes Libby to asssume the responsibilities of sewing and
washing. Asks for a Wheaton College catalog to be sent to Milton
Spinning, who, along with his sister-in-law, is a Campbellite. Writes
about his efforts to influence students to choose Wheaton College.
1626. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; August 5, 1868. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Thanks Mary Bent Blanchard for letter and package; writes about Jonathan
Blanchard, the death of her husband's stepmother, an Irish village that
has started adjoining their place (causing neighbors to talk of buying
out).
1627. Whiting, R. E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Oswego, IL; August 5,
1868. 2 p.
Writes that a letter for Julia arrived from a young lady who wishes to
attend Wheaton College. Writes about houses for sale in Wheaton. Asks
Mary Bent Blanchard to send Wheaton College catalogs.
1628. Kennedy, Sonora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; August 10/13, 1868. 3 p.
Writes that many children are dying, that she saw six new graves of
children, and that Mr. Mack's baby died. Writes that she attended a
colored celebration at which two colored men and Mr. Ingersol spoke.
1629. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; August 12, 1868. 4 p.
Writes about Sonora Blanchard Kennedy's affliction with boils, about
building a new house, and about Catherine Bent Dunning's injury from a
fall. Asks if Mary Bent Blanchard could board Blanchard Pettengill.
Writes that Thomas White's wife is ill, that Maria Bent Nichols is "very
much annoyed by the foreign population in her vicinity and does not know
but that she will have to pay $1000 or $1500 to help get rid of the
nuisance," and that she received the _Christian Banner_ [_Christian
Cynosure_].
1630. Landerson, E. L. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; August 15,
1868. 1 p.
Asks Mary Bent Blanchard and Maria Blanchard Cook to visit.
1631. Blanchard, William Walter (Brother of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Paxton, IL; August 17, 1868. 1 p.
Note: Written on the reverse of a receipt for $150.00 from C. T. Hillyer.
Writes about the history and circumstances of Edward Kirtz, a possible
student for Wheaton College.
1632. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; August 18, 1868. 2 p.
Tells where Hattie [Stearns] can find her Virgil translations.1633. Haven,
Joseph. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; August 19,
1868. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Says that the name _Christian Banner_ is already taken and he does not like
Jonathan Blanchard's suggestion for the new title [probably _Christian
Cynosure_]. Writes about the College Board, saying that he will use his
influence for Wheaton College. Mentions possible new trustees and a
future meeting of College presidents in Evanston.
1634. Cobb, H. W. (Agent, American Missionary Association). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; August 21, 1868. 4 p.
Asks questions concerning taking a collection for the AMA in Wheaton.
1635. Wicks, Nettie M. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. La Foy, [ ]; September
5, 1868. 1 p.
Thanks for Mary Bent Blanchard's efforts for "the boy," whom she is to
send to Wheaton. Recipe for canning fruit is on the reverse.
1636. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Morrison, IL; September 9, 1868. 2 p.
Writes that Lizzie Allingham wishes to attend Wheaton College and work
for board, that Mr. Jason Lewis wants to subscribe to the _Christian
Banner_ [_Christian Cynosure_], and that the Freemason who occupied her
house moved. Writes about teaching school. Says that the local
Congregational Church "looks rather dubious" and mentions that the
Universalists are building a church. Mentions that the Freemasons are
building a meeting house.
Oversized.
1637. Beecher, Edward (Minister and Knox College Trustee). [Letter to [Jonathan
Blanchard]]. Galesburg, IL; September 10, 1868. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Declines a Wheaton College trusteeship due to his age and position on the
Knox College board. Suggests [Philo] Carpenter as a trustee.
1638. Unidentified Author. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Columbus, MS;
September 28, 1868. 2 p.
Note: Fragment.
Expresses sorrow over Jonathan Blanchard's lost manuscript, _Fellowship
with Devils_. Asks Jonathan Blanchard to assist him in publishing a book
of his father's life and to assist him with a metrical renderings of the
psalms.
Oversized.
1639. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; October 3, 1868. 4 p.
Writes about Joseph Avery Bent's new home, about paying to buy out Irish
neighbors, and about Catherine Avery Bent's grave site being paid for.
Sends $100.00 for Wheaton College. Writes that George married a niece of
a general. Writes that she is to start an effort for the freedmen, and
she thinks that duty calls to assist the freedmen, rather than the Irish
Catholics.
1640. Farrar, Laura Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; October 14, 1868. 4 p.
Writes about someone who lost her reason following a paralytic shock,
about plans to go to Wheaton, and about Lyman's having bought land in
Iowa. Describes her rooms. Mentions Chicago getting stirred up over "a
stray flower or an extra yard of cloth on the hips.".
1641. Jordon, Lizzie Heywood. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; October 19,
1868. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about crabapples and inquires after rooms.
1642. Williamson, A. W. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Central College, OH;
October 26, 1868. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; On November 7, 1868, Jonathan Blanchard wrote a letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard on Williamson's letter.
Asks Jonathan Blanchard to speak with the faculty of Marietta College to
recommend him.
1643. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Morrison, IL; November 2, 1868. 2 p.
Writes that Miss Allingham would like to board with the Blanchards and
work. Says that she got into debt the same way the Blanchards did.
Writes that she will look for a teaching position for Minnie Stearns.
Describes her teaching routine, including Bible reading and singing.
1644. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton IL). [Letter to
Charles G. Finney]. Wheaton, IL; November 2, 1868. 2 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Writes that he wishes to publish and "enlarged" version of Finney's
letters in _Christian Cynosure_, but he cannot leave the type standing in
order to print a book. Mentions a stolen manuscript [_Fellowship with
Devils_]. Writes that George Clark is distressed at a Wheaton College ad
in _Christian Cynosure_. Writes about paying _Christian Cynosure_ expenses
and the unwillingness of other papers to publish anti-Secret Society
material. Writes that he is tempted to withdraw from NCA and opposes
Secret Societies as an individual.
1645. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; November 5, 1868. 2 p.
Gives instructions on taking a note from Mr. Underhill. Describes Ezra
A. Cook's character and instructs Mary Bent Blanchard to give money to
him, saying that Ezra A. Cook "believes in banks which may burst up any
minute in rows.".
1646. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Charles G.
Finney]. Marietta, OH; November 7, 1868. 3 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Writes that Bro. Ritchie desires to publish Finney's manuscript.
Jonathan Blanchard says he would like to publish Finney's articles in
_Christian Cynosure_, but has no capital to publish a book. Mentions a
stolen manuscript [_Fellowship with Devils_]. Describes two types of
Freemasons-- those who love masonry and those who hate it.
1647. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Marietta, OH; November 7, 1868. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Writes on a letter from A. W. Williamson to Jonathan
Blanchard on October 26, 1868.
Writes about meeting acquaintances in Ohio and his health. Mentions a
donation that Mary Bent Blanchard made toward colored schools.
1648. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Charles G.
Finney]. Cincinnati, OH; November 12, 1868. 1 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Asks Finney to send his manuscript to Ritchie. Says, "the masons are
hunting and hounding me to death.".
Oversized.
1649. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Cincinnati, OH; November 12, 1868. 3 p.
Writing from the Vine Street Congregational Church, Jonathan Blanchard
says he was rejected by the College Society and is finding the rejection
hard to bear. Mentions Dr. Patten of New Haven. Says he plans to write
an appeal to the churches of New England. Write that he stayed with Mr.
Dyer Burgess, an 84 year-old man, and that he went to a prayer meeting.
1650. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; November 12, [1868 ?]. 1 p.
Writes that she expects to leave. Mentions that Mr. Payne died.
1651. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Morrison, IL; November 14, 1868. 2 p.
Mentions a teaching position for Minnie [Stearns]. Writes that a widower
and his bachelor sons wanted a young girl to court. Writes that Miss
Allingham is to visit Mary Bent Blanchard, and that she bought a knitting
machine. Describes a lukewarm Congregational Church.
1652. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Cincinnati, OH; November 16, 1868. 3 p.
Writes that he preached, led prayer meetings, and gave an account of his
"22 years' work." Sends _The Great Question_ and asks that Mr. Hart print
two chapters. Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to place a notice (a copy of
which he encloses) for the book and to send a copy of _Christian Cynosure_
that contains the notice to Dr. Aydelotte.
1653. Cobb, H. W. (Agent, A.M.A.). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL;
November 16, 1868. 1 p.
Writes about having received money. Says he will be in Wheaton for the
A. M. A.
1654. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Cincinnati, OH; November 18, 1868. 1 p.
Writes that he attended prayer meetings and that he is to give an account
of his "22 years' labors." Writes that he raised $1000.00 in pledges for
Wheaton College building.
1655. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Cincinnati, OH; November 19, 1868. 2 p.
Writes that Mrs. Cummings is to write on behalf of her daughter about
Wheaton College. Tells Mary Bent Blanchard that she "may promise tuition
liberally as my $1500 salary will cover it.".
1656. Cummins, Harriet. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Cincinnati, OH;
November 20, 1868. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Explains arrangements for board, work, etc. available if her niece and
daughter go to Wheaton College.
1657. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Ripley, OH; November 21, 1868. 2 p.
Writes that her letter did not reach him. Ponders the memory of Jonathan
Edwards Blanchard. Writes that Mary Leavitt Campbell has a new son, that
Ashbell Merrill's wife died, and that he will raise money for Wheaton
College building if possible. Describes planned visits. Gives
instructions for slaughtering the hogs. Writes: "I begin to fear that
Cook is crazed and confused amid the details of his own business," and
asks Mary Bent Blanchard to visit Ezra A. Cook's store and Hand's office.
1658. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Ripley, OH; November 23, 1868. 2 p.
Writes that he wants Mary Bent Blanchard to visit Ezra A. Cook and see
how he runs his business. Mentions breaking his health by undertaking
everything in Wheaton College matters. Asks that Mary Bent Blanchard
forward any important letters. Writes that he preached and that people
are building a church.
1659. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Cincinnati, OH; November 25, 1868. 2 p.
Mentions that a financial crash may occur.
1660. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; November 25, 1868. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Mentions Jonathan Blanchard's recovery from an acccident. Mentions
wanting to subscribe to _Christian Cynosure_. Mentions that Charles White
has a new daughter. Mentions that Bythia Manning is to be married and
that Charlotte White is engaged. Writes about children's clothing and
family members.
1661. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Cincinnati, OH; November 28, 1868. 1 p.
Mentions a letter from Judge [Salmon P.] Chase. Says, "Your doings
please me." Writes that Mr. and Mrs. Rankin are wintering in Kansas.
1662. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Cincinnati, OH; November 30, 1868. 4 p.
Note: Written on colored letterhead depicting the Cincinnati and
Covington Suspension Bridge.
In what was Dr. Beecher's study, writes about visiting Jonathan Edwards
Blanchard and William Walter Blanchard's [son] graves. Sends a copy of
the inscription from Jonathan Edwards' tomb. Writes that he is to visit
Osman Sellew, that he visited the chapel where he graduated thirty years
before, that he attended a meeting led by Bookseller Moore, who published
the Jonathan Blanchard-Rice debates "and treated me like a savage," and
that he preached. Mentions Mrs. Henry Smith (Hannah Bates) and the Esq.
Burgoyne family. Mentions subscriptions for Wheaton College building.
Writes about Mrs. Holbrook, "whose husband was a brush-maker and who went
up to a phalax [sic] and lost all their property.".
1663. Kennedy, Sonora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; December 8, 1868. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; letter by Hannah Bent Tyner Pettengill of [December 9, 1868]
enclosed.
Writes about moving to a new house, going to a surprise party, reading
_Mary Queen of Scots_ and _Scott's Poems_.
1664. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; [December 9, 1868]. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; letter by Sonora Blanchard Kennedy of December 8, 1868
enclosed.
Writes about the new house, the new furnace, and Sonora Blanchard
Kennedy.
1665. Cobb, H. W. (Agent, AMA). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL;
December 29, 1868. 1 p.
Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to send any money she collected for the AMA.
1666. Anna. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; [1869 ?]. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that Dr. Homland died suddenly, and about public school opening
soon.
1667. Breed, Clara (Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
n.p.; [ca. 1869]. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Dated "Monday Morn"; Filed by RPF under 1869.
Writes that she wishes to board with Mary Bent Blanchard.
1668. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]; [1869]. 1 p.
Note: Writes about Geraldine Blanchard Fischer and Lizzie. Mentions
cleaning the house and dormitory.
1669. Rowell, Mary E. (Mother of Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Joliet, IL; 1869. 3 p.
Writes about Mr. Rowell, Hastings Rowell, and paying board. Says that
real estate is not yielding money.
1670. W., J. E. (Sunday School Pupil). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.;
[ca. 1869]. 2 p.
Writes that prayers were held and writes of her spiritual state.
1671. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Granville, IL; January 2, 1869. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about his schedule, preaching, and Sanford Richardson's sister.
1672. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; January 6, 1869. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family members. Mentions that Mrs. Charles White has a new
daughter and that Mary Bent Blanchard is considering traveling East.
Alludes to the rejection of Wheaton College by the College Society and
Jonathan Blanchard's report in the _Northern Illinoian_. Mentions a
"little adopted one" [Elizabeth Blanchard?] in Jonathan Blanchard and
Mary Bent Blanchard's family. Mentions selling Southern property,
revival at Wheaton College, a week of prayer, and church meetings.
1673. Haven, Joseph. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; January 19,
1869. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about his plans to speak on the topic: "Recollections of Italy.".
1674. Rowell, Mary E. (Mother of Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Joliet, IL; January 19, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Thanks Mary Bent Blanchard for not pressing Hastings [Rowell] to pay his
board bill. Writes about Mr. Rowell and "tightness in the money market.".
1675. Blanchard, W. S. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; January 21,
1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that "their card to you in the Advance was weak as dishwater."
Expresses his support for Jonathan Blanchard and Wheaton College.
1676. Blanchard, William Walter (Brother of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Paxton, IL; January 29, 1869. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Rev. Haselquist (President of Augustana College), AntiSecretism, a law case, and says, "Fanaticism is beating the air.".
1677. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Palos, IL; January 30, 1869. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that Mary Bent Blanchard is "suffering from a felon." Writes
about Mr. Brewster (Wheaton pastor), local society, acquaintances and
family members.
1678. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Burr
Oak, IA; February 3, 1869. 2 p.
Calls _The Advance_, "flashes of darkness" on the "pending controversy."
Writes about holding daily church meetings, about Adventists and
Universalists in the area, and his hopes that "the articles" are rejected
at the annual meeting in March.
1679. Manning, Annie (Wife of Louis Manning). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
n.p.; February 4, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Asks for dress pattern.
1680. Wells, Julia T. (Friend of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Galesburg, IL; February 4, 1869. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about local people and news. Makes reference to a felon and
mentions the death of Dea. Chambers. Mentions that Jonathan Blanchard is
scheduled to lecture. Writes of having no settled pastor and refers to a
letter [by Jonathan Blanchard] in the papers.
1681. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; February 6, 1869. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the unexpected arrival of a daughter [Maria Stoddard
Wheaton], mentioning that Mrs. Bloom and Mrs. Spaulding assisted with the
birth.
1682. Grose, R. P. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; February 8,
1869. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Invites Mary Bent Blanchard to come to Galesburg when Jonathan Blanchard
comes to lecture.
1683. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to
Jonathan Blanchard]. Byron, IL; February 10, 1869. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about that Julia Blanchard Fischer has not yet arrived in Byron.
Asks after rabbits sent by express.
1684. Carpenter, Philo (Land owner and Philanthropist). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Aurora, IL; February 11, 1869. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about a meeting of the executive committee and the annual meeting
[of NCA?]. Writes of going to Florida to visit Theodore, publishing
tracts, and gives suggestions for operations of NCA.
1685. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; February 12, 1869. 1 p.
Writes about Julia Blanchard Fischer's visiting, about a "sneering"
article in the Boston _Recorder_ over Jonathan Blanchard's title of "Dr."
Writes that she is considering naming the baby Maria Bent.
1686. Fischer, Julia Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Byron, IL; February 15, 1869. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about her trip to Byron, family members and acquaintances.
1687. Hurlbut, Mrs. J. H. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Oak Park, IL;
February 22, 1869. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Asks about Katie Stanton--needs a domestic girl.
1688. Manning, Annie (Wife of Louis Manning). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
n.p.; February 24, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she heard Maria Blanchard Cook is to marry Ezra A. Cook.
1689. Rowell, Mary E. (Mother of Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Joliet, IL; February 24, 1869. 2 p.
Writes about a board bill for Hastings. Says that she "cut" for her
fortune at New Years, using a knife and Bible. Mentions the "wholsome
social influence" of the Blanchard House.
1690. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; [March, 1869]. 2 p.
Writes about "The Report" and secret societies.
1691. Stewart, E. C. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Troy; March 1, 1869. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the late Mr. Stewart and deaths; writes that he would like
to talk with Jonathan Blanchard about the feasibility of starting a
manual labor school and that he would like to visit Mary Bent Blanchard.1692.
Foster, L[emuel]. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Blue Island, IL; March
2, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; 2 p. letter attached from Lemuel Foster to Horace Bushnell.
Writes that he favors an Eastern fundraising trip by Mary Bent Blanchard
for Wheaton College and lists potential donors.
1693. Blanchard, Cyrus Louis (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Byron, IL; March 3, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; letter by Catherine Blanchard Stoddard of March 3, 1869
enclosed.
Writes about family and other people.
1694. Hopkins, Mary C. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Cleveland, OH; March 3,
1869. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she would welcome a visit by Mary Bent Blanchard.
1695. Hopkins, Mary C. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Cleveland, OH; March 3,
1869. 1 p.
Sends her address.
1696. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to
Jonathan Blanchard]. Byron, IL; [March 3, 1869]. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; letter by Cyrus Louis Blanchard of March 3, 1869 enclosed.
Writes about Bro. Linn, who invited them to a series of meetings. Writes
about Frederick Douglass having spoken at Freeport and asks if he is
interested in Wheaton College.
1697. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Burr
Oak, IA; March 4, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Mary Bent Blanchard's planned trip East, protracted
meetings, _Christian Cynosure_, and having read a report in the _Northern
Illinoian_.
1698. Stoddard, James Philemon (Son-in-law of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Byron, IL; March 4, 1869. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he is unable to work as an agent for Wheaton College beyond
the immediate area. Mentions having bought a hog. Writes about
protracted meetings with the Methodist church.
1699. Hart, I. A. (Treasurer of Wheaton College). Wheaton, IL; March 6, 1869. 1
p.
States that Mary Bent Blanchard is appointed to solicit and receive
donations for Wheaton College.
1700. Blanchard, Cyrus Louis (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to ?]. Byron, IL;
March 15, 1869. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Julia Blanchard Fischer. [A footnote [by Catherine Blanchard
Stoddard?] explains part of the letter.] Writes about Mr. Evans' father.
1701. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Gerrit
Smith]. Wheaton, IL; March 15, 1869. 2 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Writes that Mary Bent Blanchard may visit Smith on her fundraising
journey. Writes about the Wheaton College building progress. Asks Smith
to address the NCA meeting in Chicago. Says he believes that Secret
Societies contributed to the Civil War.
1702. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; March 15/22, 1869. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about prayer meeting, illness, a colored woman (Mrs. Parker) who
washes for Catherine Blanchard Stoddard, livestock, a pony who died, and
a name for Maria Stoddard Wheaton.
1703. Conant, Elizabeth (Cousin of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Framingham, MA; March 16, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she would welcome a visit from Mary Bent Blanchard. Writes
about family members.
1704. Farrar, Laura Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; March 17, 1869. 2 p.
Writes that she sent $35.00 for Miss Feemster; asks if it was received.
Writes that Cordie [Stearns] had a baby, Martha Stearns. Mentions that
there has been some fine sleighing.
1705. Reed, E. C. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Evanston, IL; March 18, 1869.
1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that "Mr. Reed feels inclined to do something for you" and invites
Mary Bent Blanchard to stay with them.
1706. Manning, Annie (Wife of Louis Manning). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Oak Park, IL; March 23, 1869. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that Louisa is staying with them, mentioning that she has an
unkind stepmother. Mentions Louisa's menstrual problems and the garden.
1707. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Burr
Oak, IA; March 24, 1869. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about having received letters regarding an agency for the Western
Tract Book Society.
1708. Blanchard, Lizzie (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to [Mary Bent
Blanchard]]. n.p.; March 24, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Jonathan Blanchard, Miss Ellingham, Geraldine Blanchard
Fischer, Nora Blanchard Kellogg, Cyrus Louis Blanchard, and J. P.
Stoddard.
1709. Fischer, Geraldine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; March 24, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she is invited to a party at Jennie Adams' and that she put
up a swing.
1710. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; March 26, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Peter Cook, Lucia Cook--author of _The Mystic Tie_, and the
attempted expulsion of the Cooks from the Methodist Church. Mentions his
ill health and an amendment putting saloons in the hands of town
authorities. Writes about the temperance council and the Ladies
Benevolent Society. Mentions that he is going to lecture to the students
on the "Mode of Baptism.".
1711. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; March 26, 1869. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that "there has been no friction in the household machinery."
Writes of a Parlor Concert to be held at the Court House, and a Sabbath
School Concert. Mentions that the Temperance Amendment passed. Writes
that Mr. Brewster is to lecture on the topic "opium and tobacco."
Mentions Bishop Gleason marrying Emma Wheeler.
1712. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; March 29, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the Wesleyans and professorships. Mentions that Julia
Blanchard Fischer failed to get a teaching certificate. Writes that he
wants [John?] Avery to take charge of the Female Department and lecture
in the seminary. Mentions the temperance amendment, and that Mr. Brewster
preached.
1713. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Gerrit
Smith]. Wheaton, IL; April 1, 1869. 2 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Thanks Smith for a donation and for receiving Mary Bent Blanchard.
Writes that he does not wish Smith to endager his health by addressing
the NCA convention, but would like him to assume the chair of the
meeting. Writes about his anti-Secret Society activities, and about
Secret Societies and Slavery, saying, "The curse of secret societies is
deeper than slavery.".
1714. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; April 1, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about acquaintances, family members, an exhibition, and the
[Wheaton College] building progress.
1715. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; April 5, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about local people and family members. Mentions Bishop Gleason
having married Emma Wheeler, and Mr. Bostwick having married Dr. Learn's
daughter.
1716. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; April 10, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that Jonathan BlanchardF received her teaching certificate.
Mentions a Corporation election in which the Prohibition ticket
triumphed. Says that A. D. Reed is giving a donation to Wheaton College.
Writes that his lecture on "The Classics" is to be published.
1717. Manning, L. B. [Letter to "My Dear Cousin" [Mary Bent Blanchard]].
Worcester, MA; April 14, 1869. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that [she] would welcome a visit.
1718. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; April 14, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about having engaged teaching positions for Nora Blanchard Kellogg
and Julia Blanchard Fischer.
1719. Kennedy, Sonora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; April 16, 1869. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family and local news.
1720. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; April 17, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about local and family news. Gives advice on fundraising and says
not to visit Gov. Claflin, Dea. Field or Dr. Kirk. Writes about the
progress of Wheaton College building.
1721. Jones, Sarah Feemster (Wheaton College Class of 1870). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; April 19, 1869. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about a Rhetorical Exhibition. Mentions that A. Bostwick married
Lilly Searn, but the shivaree was "not very vigorously done." Writes that
Cousin Jasper F. and wife had a new daughter.
1722. Bailey, Celestia A. (Wheaton College Class of 1872). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; April 20, 1869. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about local news, including a Church meeting at which trustees
were appointed. Writes of a donation for Mr. Brewster.
1723. Tappan, Lewis. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Brooklyn, NY; April 21,
1869. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes his thoughts on opposing Secret Societies--"we should not
exasperate opponents..." Writes about a pamphlet and various people.
1724. Fischer, Geraldine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; April 22, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family news, and turkey and hen's eggs.
1725. White, S. V. (Cousin of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. New York,
NY; April 23, 1869. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she is unable to give more to Wheaton College.
1726. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; April 24, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he attended "our" Association, which voted to give $25,000.00
for the Wheaton College building. Mentions an appeal for Wheaton College
in _The Advance_. Writes about Mary Bent Blanchard's fundraising efforts.
1727. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; April 27, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Suggests that Mary Bent Blanchard visit friends and return home. Mentions
that he may go East. Writes about progress on the building, and the
Anniversary [of NCA].
1728. Wells, Julia T. (Galesburg friend of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; April 27, 1869. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about potential donors. Writes of Mrs. Holton having died, and of
Mrs. George Churchide having died in a buggy accident.
1729. Fletcher, Julia. [Letter to "Cousin"]. LaPorte, [ ]; May, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about commencement, Mrs. B. F. Taylor, and the possibility of
visiting Wheaton.
1730. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; May 1, 1869. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about progress on the Wheaton College building, and selling some
Wheaton College land. Writes about local and family news.
1731. Dunning, Catherine Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
New Haven, CT; May 2, 1869. 4 p.
Gives arrangments for Virginia [Dunning] to bring things from Wheaton.
Writes that Maria Bent Nichols is to attend to a monument for Samuel Bent
and Catherine Avery Bent. Writes about the new minister and about the
old minister, Mr. Dalton. Writes that she thinks boarding places should
be provided for teachers. Writes that Kitty [Dunning] wishes to move to
Minnesota.
1732. Wells, John H. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Burlington, CO; May 2,
1869. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Sends clipping of an address to the Oddfellows--hopes to have it
commented upon in the _Christian Cynosure_. Writes about Secret Societies
in the area.
1733. Kellogg, Nora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Hale, IL; May 4, 1869. 3 p.
Writes about teaching school. Writes that Jonathan Blanchard is lonesome
and that mail comes three times each week. Mentions that a student broke
her arm. Writes that the school law changed, so that the school month
corresponds to a calendar month. Writes about boarding around.
1734. Fischer, Julia Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; May 5, 1869. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family news and her plans to attend a teachers' Institute.
1735. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; May 8, 1869. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family and local news. Mentions her business matters,
having traded some land with Mr. Hue.
1736. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; May 10, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family and local news. Writes about the Wheaton College
building, the NCA anniversary, and mentions having preached.
1737. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mrs. Gov.
Claflin]. Wheaton, IL; May 10, 1869. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Wheaton College building and Mary Bent Blanchard's agency
for Wheaton College--"in these days of giving prominence to the ladies.".
1738. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Toronto, Canada; May 18, 1869. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she is returning to Wheaton via Chicago.
1739. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Aurora, IL; May 25, 1869. 2 p,.
Note: RPFC.
Writes a new domestic girl, and travel plans to attend the Association
Meeting.
1740. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Farmington, IL; May 28, 1869. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about [Moses] Pettengill and [Hannah Bent Tyner Pettengill].
1741. Fischer, Julia Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; May 28, 1869/[June 1, 1869]. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Mr. Baldwin and teaching school. A math problem is written
on back of the letter.
1742. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to
Jonathan Blanchard]. Byron, IL; May 29, 1869. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Mr. Sovreign (a possible speaker at convention). Sends a
clipping for _Christian Cynosure_ and writes about Secret Societies.
1743. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; May 31, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about [J. P. Stoddard], Charles A. Blanchard, Mr. McPherson, and
Cyrus Louis Blanchard.
1744. Fischer, Julia Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; June 4, 1869. 2 p.
Writes about teaching school, about thinking of returning to school, and
about having gone two and a half miles to hear preaching. Writes that a
Universalist is to preach next Sunday, and asks if it would be right to
attend.
1745. Russell, Eugene R. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Baltimore, MD; June 4,
1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about his situation--in school "claiming [sic] the ladder of
education.".
1746. Stewart, Mrs. P. P. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Pittsford, VT; June 5,
1869. 1 p.
Defers her subscription to _Christian Cynosure_.
1747. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Charles A.
Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; June 7, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives "hint" for dealing with hotel-keepers on getting lodging for
convention attendees [NCA anniversary].
1748. Kellogg, Nora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Hale, IL; June 8, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Miss Gary, Elizabeth [Blanchard], Sister H., and family
members.
1749. Fischer, Julia Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; June 9, 1869. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the [NCA anniversary] convention. Mentions that Cousins is
leaning toward Universalism, and that Mrs. Persons is mistress of
Cousins' father.
1750. Manning, Annie (Wife of Louis Manning). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Oak Park, IL; June 9, 1869. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about local news, her health, sending vegetable plants.
1751. Stafford, Lavinia Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to [Jonathan Blanchard
and Mary Bent Blanchard]]. Fairmont[?], [NE]; June 13, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family members.
1752. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; June 14, 1869. 4 p.
Mentions the local paper's notice of a meeting. Writes that Mr. and Mrs.
Norris visited. Mentions Mary Bent Blanchard's collecting funds for
Wheaton College. Writes that she hopes Mary Bent Blanchard will not let
Blanchard [Pettengill] study too hard. Writes that Emma Reynolds is
staying with Mr. Stevens, and that Mr. Foster's children have scarlet
fever. Writes about a high school commencement. Says she had part of
Mrs. Stowe's new book [_Oldtown Folks_] read to her.
1753. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Palos, IL; June 25, 1869. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she saw notice of Anti-Secret Society Convention. Writes that
Mr. Tyler was invited to speak at Commencement. Gives local and family
news.
1754. Fischer, Julia Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard]. Fairview, MN; June 25, 1869. 2 p.
Writes about Mr. Westfall, a Universalist Minister and former Methodist.
Writes that she wonders if she should return to school.
1755. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; June 25, 1869. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Eliza ("my upstairs girl") being married. Writes about
family and local news.
1756. Ferguson, Harriet (Wheaton College Class of 1871). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Columbus, MS; June 30, 1869. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about school teaching, being invited to attend "the Alumni",
sister Mary being ill, and recanting a statement made to Jonathan
Blanchard about Mr. Tapley and his work in the South.
1757. Kellogg, Nora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. n.p.; July 5, 1869. 1 p.
Note: Enclosed with a letter from Catherine Blanchard Stoddard to
Jonathan Blanchard, dated July 5, 1869.
Writes about teaching school, and about Julia Blanchard Fischer's having
"a pretty tough time.".
1758. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to
Jonathan Blanchard]. Byron, IL; July 5, 1869. 3 p.
Note: Nora Blanchard Kellogg enclosed a letter to Jonathan Blanchard,
dated July 5, 1869.
Writes that the hotelkeeper's son is married and that liquor is no longer
to be sold. Mentions an [NCA] meeting at the church. Writes about the
local church's testimony against Secret Societies, and about having four
children baptized. Writes that Nora Blanchard Kellogg had a holiday for
the 4th of July, and that she put a new binding on Cyrus Lewis
Blanchard's hat for Jonathan Blanchard. Sends material for _Christian
Cynosure_.
1759. Kellogg, Nora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; July 8, 1869. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about local and family news.
1760. Conant, Elizabeth (Cousin of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Framingham, MA; July 10, 1869. 4 p.
Writes about Mary Bent Blanchard's safe return to Wheaton. Comments on
photos of Jonathan Blanchard, Mary Bent Blanchard, and Catherine Avery
Bent. Writes that Lottie's father bought her and her husband a new
residence. Writes about the tendency of the young to surround themselves
with luxury.
1761. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; July 17, 1869. 4 p.
Thanks Mary Bent Blanchard for photos of Jonathan Blanchard, Mary Bent
Blanchard, and Catherine Avery Bent. Writes about Maria Blanchard Cook's
honeymoon. Renews her subscription to _Christian Cynosure_ and asks for
some back issues. Writes that she raised the wages of her domestic
servant, Annie.
1762. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Maria Blanchard
Cook]. Peoria, IL; July 19, 1869. 2 p.
Note: Letter from Hannah Bent Tyner Pettengill to Mary Bent Blanchard
enclosed with this one, ca. July 19, 1869.
Sends a pattern, and asks Maria Blanchard Cook to visit.
1763. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; ca. July 19, 1869. 3 p.
Note: Enclosed with a letter from Hannah Bent Tyner Pettengill to Maria
Blanchard Cook, dated July 19, 1869.
Writes that the photos did not arrive. Writes that Blanchard
[Pettengill] had his teeth worked on by a dentist. Says that Mrs.
Southwick Davis' husband was killed in an accident.
1764. Fischer, Julia Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; July 20, 1869. 3 p.
Writes about teaching school. Says that the arrangements for her return
to Wheaton are delayed by her not receiving wages until September.
1765. Lizzie. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; July 20, 1869. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family and local news.
1766. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Byron, IL; July 23, 1869. 3 p.
Note: Photocopy; Original filed with the Charles A. Blanchard Papers.
Writes that his foot swelled.
1767. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Palos, IL; July 23, 1869. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family members and plans to hold a small exhibition at her
school.
1768. Manning, Annie. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Oak Park, IL; July 24,
1869. 7 p.
Writes about her trip with Lizzie to Clinton, Iowa, where she saw the
"Father of Waters." Writes about wedding clothes for the marriage of
Alice and Mr. Rice. Writes about ill health and crop failure. Writes
about Louisa's father.
1769. Caswell, Anna T. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Whitewater, OH; July 25,
1869. 3 p.
Writes that Elizabeth Goodhere, the daughter of Rev. I. F. Goodhere, is
seeking a teaching position. Writes about an "Anniversary" at Rockford.
Encloses a portion of a book review by Mary Bent Blanchard of the
compiled letters of Ada R. Parker.
1770. Baird, John. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Cheyanne, [ ]; July 29, 1869.
1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about his daughter who is to attend Wheaton College.
1771. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]; [ca. August, 1869]. 2 p.
Note: Fragment.
Writes about Mrs. Bushnell, Ashley house, and Mr. and Mrs. McDougal.
1772. Manning, Annie. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; [ca. August, 1869].
2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about looking for a house [in Chicago], and about sending bottles
and booklet.
1773. Rowell, Mary E. (Mother of Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Joliet, IL; August, 1869. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about her son, Hastings [Rowell], and Senator Snapp[?].
1774. Manning, Louis C. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Oak Park, IL; August 2,
1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Offers a parlor stove for sale. Writes about his plans to move to
California and says that the crops failed.
1775. Manning, Annie (Wife of Louis Manning). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Oak Park, IL; August 3, 1869. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about moving to California due to ill health. Offers a stove and
other household items for sale.
1776. Smith, M.; Smith, Mrs. M. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; August 6, 1869. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Ask to be excused at 11 a.m.
1777. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; August 7, 1869. 1 p.
Note: Letter attached from Maria Blanchard Cook to Lizzie [Blanchard?],
ca. August 7, 1869.
Writes about various relatives and acquaintances.
1778. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Lizzie
[Blanchard?]]. n.p.; ca. August 7, 1869. 1 p.
Note: Enclosed with a letter from Maria Blanchard Cook to Jonathan
Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard, dated August 7, 1869.
Writes that she expects to see a total eclipse.
1779. Webster, J. C. (Wheaton College Professor). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Hopkinton, MA; August 8, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Letter is annotated by Jonathan Blanchard. Jonathan
Blanchard writes a letter to Mary Bent Blanchard on August 14, 1869 on
this letter from Webster.
Writes about hiring a Lady Principal, and fundraising for Wheaton
College.
1780. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Burr
Oak, IA; August 9, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family news and the method of sending a picture.
1781. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Saratoga Springs, NY; August 10, 1869. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about his trip to Saratoga Springs, mentioning that he drank from
4 springs. Writes of his travel plans, and remembers taking Mary Bent
Blanchard to Saratoga Springs 31 years before. Mentions his plan to
visit his parents' graves.
1782. Townsley, Frances E. (Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Hoyleton, IL; August 10, 1869. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she will soon need her feather bed (which Mary Bent Blanchard
is storing). Writes of marrying a Mr. Tyson.
1783. Prentiss, Mary. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Larydon[?], NH; August 11,
1869.
Note: RPFC; letter by Jonathan Blanchard of August 14, 1869 enclosed.
Refuses teaching position at Wheaton College.
1784. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Middlebury, VT; August 12, 1869. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about having spoken at [Middlebury College], and Middlebury
people. Writes about Freemasons and mentions having spoken at the Alumni
Dinner. Mentions having visited a gravesite, and attending a levee at
Middlebury College. Writes about a "general moving toward Christ," an
Anti-Secret Society speech, and his plans to visit the house where he
married Mary Bent Blanchard.
1785. Rice, Alice E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Stockton, CA; August 12,
1869. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the climate, fruit, a Pullman car, being involved in a train
accident, and the train journey to California.
1786. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; August 14, 1869. 3 p.
Note: RPFC; written on J.C. Webster's letter of August 8, 1869 and on a
letter by Mary Prentiss of August 11, 1869.
Writes about local and Wheaton people. Gives the newspapers' reaction to
his speech.
1787. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; August 14, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about local people the Lady Principal position [at Wheaton
College], and newspaper notices of Jonathan Blanchard's Middlebury
speech.
1788. Manning, Annie (Wife of Louis Manning). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Oak Park, IL; August 14, 1869. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes thanks for invitation cards and invites Mary Bent Blanchard to
visit.
1789. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Mt. Sterling, IL; August 16, 1869. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about travel in Illinois, the new Capitol at Springfield, and Ezra
A. Cook.
1790. Pettengill, Blanchard T. (Son of HBT). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Peoria, IL; August 16, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family members and an eclipse of the sun.
1791. Breed, Clara (Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
East Paw Paw, IL; August 17, [1869]. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about boarding with Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard,
and asks about the cost of Charles A. Blanchard's writing class.
1792. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Professor
Whipple]. Northampton, MA; August 18, 1869. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Mary Bent Blanchard, the Lady Principal Position, Mr. Bent,
and Mr. Bateman.
1793. Webster, J. C. (Wheaton College Professor). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; August 18, 1869. 3 p.
Note: RPFC; Jonathan Blanchard's letter to Mary Bent Blanchard of August
21, 1869 on reverse.
Writes that David Sanford recommends Miss Wiggins for the Lady Principal
Position.
1794. Baird, Annie (Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
La Moille, IL; August 19, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she would like to board with Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent
Blanchard.
1795. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; August 21, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Sent on letter from J. C. Webster to Jonathan Blanchard on
August 18, 1869.
Writes about the newspapers' mention of his anti-Secret Society speech at
Middlebury. Mentions that he plans to preach.
1796. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; August 23, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he preached in Town Hall on Secret Societies. Writes about
Mr. Fairbanks, who is buying wood for winter. Writes about the high cost
of coal, and buying [Louis] Manning's stove. Mentions having sent a
clipping to Mr. Foster about "An Imprisoned Nun.".
1797. Blanchard, William Walter (Brother of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Paxton, IL; August 23, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Sends arrangements for Elizabeth [Blanchard] returning home. Writes
about a lawsuit.
1798. Cook, Ezra Asher (Husband of MEC). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Monmouth, IL; August 23, 1869. 3 p.
Note: RPFC; note by Maria Blanchard Cook of August 23, 1869 enclosed.
Writes about thanks Mary Bent Blanchard for all she has done for him,
mentioning that she sent him a package when he was a "soldier boy.".
1799. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Monmouth, IL; [August 23, 1869]. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; letter by Ezra A. Cook of August 23, 1869 enclosed.
Writes about Mr. and Mrs. John Darling, Charles A. Blanchard, and travel
plans.
1800. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; [August 24, 1869]. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; fragment.
Writes about the Lady Principal position and various people.
1801. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; August 24, 1869. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about George [Nichols], who had an accident with the well.
Mentions Joseph Bent [Cousin] having died, and the death of Mr. Curtis'
son James.
1802. Rowell, Mary E. (Mother of Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; August 25, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Hopes to board Hastings [Rowell] with Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent
Blanchard.
1803. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; August 26, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about writing to Senator Pomeroy and Philo Carpenter. Writes about
the building fund, and mentions sending Charles A. Blanchard a paper
containing Pomeroy's speech. Mentions buying a copy of the _Atlantic
Monthly_ containing "Mrs. [Harriet Beecher?] Stowe's part" and says he
plans to "criticize and condemn" it in the _Christian Cynosure_.
Oversized.
1804. Dunning, Catherine Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
New Haven, CT; August 27, 1869. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives family news. Writes about Antoinette [Dunning] being married to
Mr. Anderson, and Mr. Anderson's parents. Mentions that [Cousin] Joseph
Bent died, and writes about the Wheaton College building.
1805. Norton, Helen S. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Howell, MI; August 27,
1869. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the death of her brother Henry, and mentions that her
younger brother and father are ill. Refuses an offer to teach [at Wheaton
College].
1806. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Newtonville, MA; August 28, 1869. 7 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about government figures he has met. Mentions being asked by
Senator Wilcox to supply information on Western Anti-Slavery for his
[Wilcox's] book.
1807. Townsley, Frances E. (Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Hoyleton, IL; August 28, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that her engagement is broken.
1808. Unidentified Author. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; August 28,
1869. 2 p.
List of items for sale.
1809. White, E. H. [Letter to [Mary Bent Blanchard]]. Brookline, MA; August 28,
1869. 5 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family news. Writes that Antoinette Dunning is married,
that Mary Forbes is married and planning to go to Japan, and that Mr.
Green was ordained. Mentions that Judge Allen and J. A. Bent died.
1810. Jordon, Lizzie Heywood (Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; August 30, [1869]. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she is returing scholarship money and returning to Wheaton
College.
1811. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; [ca. September, 1869]. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; Part of text torn off.
Writes about organizing a benevolent society to provide winter clothing
for children, the county fair, and family news.
1812. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. West Medway, MA; September 1, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about money difficulties, his plans to preach a preparatory
lecture, borrowing money, and Wheaton College classes.
1813. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Boston, MA; September 6, 1869. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about having preached preparatory lectures, and spoken on Secret
Societies. Writes about his fundraising efforts.
1814. White, C. (Cousin of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Framingham,
MA; September 7, 1869. 4 p.
Mentions Maria Blanchard Cook's recent marriage to Ezra A. Cook, and that
all but two of the Blanchard children are Christians. Also writes about
Jonathan Blanchard's "big brain and heart," and his falling asleep on the
train. Writes that she thinks that sending Julia Blanchard Fischer away
was a hazardous experiment. Gives her opinion of the Temperance meeting
in Chicago, that it is "not wise to make it a political question."
Writes about politicians and Secret Societies. Writes that she would
like Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard's photos.
1815. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Boston, MA; September 9, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Jonathan Blanchard includes a note to Cyrus Louis Blanchard.
Writes that he offered the Lady Principalship to Miss Russell. Writes
about [Louis] Manning's stove and cow. To Cyrus Louis Blanchard,
Jonathan Blanchard writes about his personal behavior and attending
Wheaton College.
1816. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; September 10, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she is planning a visit.
1817. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Newburyport, MA; Sept 13, 1869 ca. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he preached. Writes about fundraising, and his health.
Mentions an after-dinner speech which offended Mary Bent Blanchard.
1818. Manning, Annie (Wife of Louis Manning). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
n.p.; September 13, 1869. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about selling and transporting the stove.
1819. Blanchard, William Walter (Brother of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Paxton, IL; September 14, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about his assessment of Elizabeth Blanchard after a three-year
separation.
1820. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; September 15, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the College herbarium, family members, and "reading proof"
of Jonathan Blanchard's letter.
1821. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Foxboro, MA; September 16, 1869. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Rev. Mr. Dickinson, saying that his daughter is a possible
future Lady Principal [of Wheaton College]. Writes about fundraising and
asks for prayer.
1822. Prentiss, E. B. (Prospective Lady Principal of Wheaton College). [Letter
to Jonathan Blanchard]. South Hadley, MA; September 17, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; letter by Jonathan Blanchard of September 21, 1869 enclosed.
Writes about that she cannot accept the Wheaton College Lady Principal
position and suggests other candidates for the job. [In his letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard, Jonathan Blanchard writes: "I don't think much of
the names given in this letter."].
1823. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Boston, MA; September 18, 1869 [possibly September 17]. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about having preached and says he hopes the cattle will not be
killed.
1824. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Boston, MA; September 18, 1869. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he sent money to Prof. [Oscar F.] Lumry. Writes about
fundraising, his thoughts on mortgaging Wheaton College property, his
plans to preach, how to cope with [Lady Principal] difficulties, and the
Mannings' cow and stove.
1825. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. East Abington, MA; September 20, 1869. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about sending money for the Wheaton College building, having
preached, and fundraising. Mentions wanting the young men lectured "once
or more on the vices to which they are specially exposed." Mentions
"Griffin's and Galloway cases." Writes about Cyrus Louis Blanchard and
feeding hogs.
1826. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Morrison, IL; September 20, 1869. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about visit to "aunt's," and visits with cousins.
1827. Manning, Louis C. (Husband of Annie Manning). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Oak Park, IL; September 20, 1869. 2 p.
Asks for a stick wrapped with a card which was stuck in a lot of hay.
Says that he would sell his cow to Mary Bent Blanchard, but the beast is
too wild. Writes about his plans to move to Chicago.
1828. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; [September 21, 1869]. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Written on letter from E. B. Prentiss of September 17, 1869.
Sends money for Wheaton College building.
1829. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. North Wrentham, MA; September 23, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about lectures, fundraising, and giving charge to a new pastor.
Writes of the growing conflict between good and evil and encourages the
faculty to pray. Writes about the Wheaton College building, and Lady
Principal position.
1830. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; September 23, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that "250 Californians were here yesterday." Mentions Dr.
Patton's temperance editorial.
1831. Blanchard, William Walter (Brother of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; September 25, 1869. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that Elizabeth Blanchard is ill.
1832. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Newton, MA; September 26, 1869. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he preached. Writes about college society, and the Lady
Principal position.
1833. Russell, Eugene R. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Sunderlandsville, MD;
September 27, 1869. 3 p.
Writes about teaching school. Says, "times are very good here." Writes
that colored people held an eight-day camp meeting.
1834. Manning, Louis C. (Husband of Annie Manning). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; September 30, 1869. 2 p.
Writes that after letting the cow run with her head loose, she got better
milk. Asks if Mary Bent Blanchard wishes to take her.
1835. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard and
Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; October-November, 1869. 2 p.
Writes about Jonathan Blanchard's work, secret societies, and the death
of Elizabeth Blanchard.
1836. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; October 1, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about lady principal position and various people.
1837. Blanchard, William Walter (Brother of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Paxton, IL; October 2, 1869. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that Elizabeth Blanchard is dying.
1838. Blanchard, William Walter (Brother of JB) [Telegram]. [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Paxton, IL; October 2, 1869. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives news that Elizabeth Blanchard is dead.
1839. Blanchard, William Walter (Brother of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Paxton, IL; October 2, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Elizabeth Blanchard's death and his loneliness.
1840. Bolander, Lydia Hulett (Niece of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Morrison, IL; October 4, 1869. 4 p.
Writes that she wishes to go to school at Wheaton College or Sterling.
Describes her circumstances and teaching school.
1841. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; October 4, 1869. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she is sending a stove.
1842. Blanchard, William Walter (Brother of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Paxton, IL; October 5, 1869. 2 p.
Gives effusive thanks for her visit. Writes that he sent Mary Bent
Blanchard's trunk to Ezra A. Cook in Chicago.
1843. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; October 8, 1869. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about lady principal position.
1844. Blanchard, William Walter (Brother of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Paxton, IL; October 11, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Suggests that Israel Brandage ("the strongest and best minister in the
state") be invited to address Wheaton College's literary societies.
Writes about secret societies and mentions that Brandage is a Mason.
1845. Hill, Celestia G. (Neighbor of Laura Blanchard Wheeler). [Letter to Samuel
Blanchard]. Lowell, MA; October 12, 1869. 5 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the destitute state of Laura E. Wheeler. Mentions the
almshouse of Tewksbury, and the mill overseer, Mr. Irson.
1846. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. North Wrentham, MA; October 13, 1869. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he has written to the _Christian Cynosure_, and _The
Congregationalist_.
1847. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Brooklyn, NY; October 13, 1869. 3 p.
Note: Cut.
Writes that God is chastening William W. Blanchard. Says that he has
been able to accomplish much on his journey, and that he is looking for a
lady principal. Mentions that he is trying to raise $7000.00. Asks if
there is any religion in Wheaton.
1848. Wells, Julia T. (Galesburg Friend of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; October 13, 1869. 2 p.
Writes that Carrie went west with her daughter Ellen. Writes about
Dorcas Society.
1849. Pettengill, Moses; Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner. [Letter to Joseph Avery
Bent and Ann Bent]. Peoria, IL; October 15, 1869. 4 p.
Moses Pettengill writes that he received deeds and Land Office
Certificates for some Kansas property. Asks for the name of a reliable
man to whom he can write concerning taxes, etc. Writes about his fruit
and vegetable crop. Hannah writes that she brought plants.
1850. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. New York, NY; October 19, 1869. 4 p.
Writes about a new Lady Principal, and that he asked Mr. and Mrs. Charles
White to let their daughter Maria come to Wheaton College. Writes about
fundraising for Wheaton College.
1851. Manning, Louis C. (Husband of Annie Manning). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Oak Park, IL; October 19, 1869. 4 p.
Writes that he received a money order from Mary Bent Blanchard. Gives
instructions for sending further money orders. Writes that he moved from
the farm. Says he urged Mowatt's son James to go to Wheaton. Gives
character and background of James Mowatt.
1852. Blanchard, Samuel (Brother of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Moscow, OH; October 20, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about raising funds to place Laura [Blanchard Wheeler] in "the old
Lady's Home.".
1853. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; October 22, 1869. 4 p.
Writes about Jonathan Blanchard's visit. Writes, "I am sorry you have
met with such an accident." Says she will study more of the subject of
Satanic agency, and that she does not think her son George is possessed
with a devil. Writes that she may send outgrown clothes. Writes that
she hopes the minister will not have to fight against dancing as he did
last year. Writes about _The Dance of Modern Society_ by Wilkinson.
Writes that she attended a meeting of ladies for the social study of the
Bible.
1854. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; October 22, 1869. 2 p.
Thanks Mary Bent Blanchard for gifts. Writes about the Rockford
Association's having met in Byron, and the resolution recommending
discussion of Secret Societies. Writes that she is unable to find Nora
Blanchard Kellogg's pin. Writes that she took in an orphan.
1855. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Rochester, NY; October 23, 1869. 2 p.
Writes about Miss Johnson, the new Lady Principal. Says he saw a
childhood friend who will try to obtain a loan for Wheaton College, and
that he hopes to attend the anniversary of the AMA at Mt. Vernon, Ohio.
1856. Manning, Louis C. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Rockford, IL; October
27, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes and inquires about housing in Wheaton. [Letter received with small
tintype of a man paperclipped to it - see enclosures file].
1857. White, S. C. (Cousin of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. New York,
NY; October 27, 1869. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that Maria [White]'s daughter was offered the Lady Principal
position at Wheaton College. Mentions that Jonathan Blanchard preached
and remembers that Mary Bent Blanchard pulled her ears 40 years ago.
1858. Bolander, Lydia Hulett (Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Morrison, IL; October 28, 1869. 3 p.
Thanks Mary Bent Blanchard for the offer to board with the Blanchards.
1859. Manning, Annie (Wife of Louis Manning). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Oak Park, IL; October 28, 1869. 6 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about how to operate the stove.
1860. Brown, Eliza L. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Burlington, IA; October
29, 1869. 3 p.
Writes about her visit to Mr. Darling, about her parents' attending the
meeting of the American Board in Pittsburg. Accepts an invitation to
visit Mary Bent Blanchard.
1861. Sperry, Anson ? [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; October 29,
1869. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes and asks about boarding arrangements for his son and his son's
friend.
1862. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; November 2, 1869. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she is sending a package. Writes about family members,
mentioning that Mary Bent Blanchard fell down stairs. Mentions that Dr.
Cheever preached on "The Bible in the Common Schools." Writes about
Catholics and Jesuits in China.
1863. Blanchard, Jonathan. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Earl, [ ]; November
3, 1869. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that Jonathan Blanchard's report was passed by the committee and
will be printed for future consideration.
1864. Dunning, Catherine Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
New Haven, CT; November 3, 1869.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family news, including Antionette [Dunning's] marriage to
Mr. Anderson, and [Edward] Dunning resigning his agency. Writes about
temperance, and the Bible in public schools.
1865. Wells, Julia T. (Galesburg Friend of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; November 3, 1869. 2 p.
Writes that Mrs. Clarke gave $20.00 for Wheaton College building and
$10.00 for the freedmen, and that she made two of her children life
members of the Bible Society. Thanks Mary Bent Blanchard for a photo.
1866. Manning, Annie (Wife of Louis Manning). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Oak Park, IL; November 8, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the stove, and her ill health.
1867. Rogers, S. H. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; November 8,
1869. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Sends names to add to temperance petition.
1868. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Palos, IL; November 17, 1869. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Elizabeth Blanchard's death, an exhibition, and family news.
1869. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; November 18/29, [1869]. 4 p.
Writes about a union church service with the Baptists. Writes about a
visit from Catherine Blanchard Stoddard and hopes that Charles A.
Blanchard will visit. Comments on _Christian Cynosure_. Writes about an
editorial about Dr. Dexter (editor of _The Congregationalist_) saying that
Jonathan Blanchard ought to have overlooked Dexter's irritating remarks
and that Jonathan Blanchard is himself often harsh on those who disagree
with him.
1870. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Burr
Oak, IA; November 19, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about speculation, and family news.
1871. Cobb, H. W. (Agent A.M.A.). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL;
November 25, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Brother Brewster, denied exercising his agency in Wheaton
church and asks Mary Bent Blanchard to do what she can for A.M.A..
1872. Conant, Elizabeth (Cousin of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Framingham, MA; November 26, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; note by Cousin C. of November 26, 1869 included.
Writes about Jonathan Blanchard's anti-secret society efforts, National
Thanksgiving Day, and Sister C.
1873. Cousin C. [Catherine White?]. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.;
November 26, 1869, ca. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; note by E. Conant of November 26, 1869 enclosed.
Writes about Jonathan Blanchard, _Christian Cynosure_, and Aaron [White].
1874. Wells, Julia T. (Friend of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Galesburg, IL; November 26, 1869. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Charles A. Blanchard's anti-secret society speech and sends
Galesburg news.
1875. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Palos, IL; December 18, 1869. 3 p.
Says she feels that she is not near enough to God. Writes about a German
school and mentions that a church was established.
1876. Court, Martha (Cousin of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Montreal,
Canada; December 21, [1869]. 2 p.
Sends family news, mentioning that Mr. Court went to Europe and that John
Bent married a widow.
1877. Rice, Alice E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Stockton, IL; December 24,
1869. 4 p.
Sends good wishes for Wheaton College. Writes about their new residence
and about attending church.
1878. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Gerritt
Smith]. Geneva, IL; December 28, 1869. 2 p.
Writes that he is in Geneva to preach and speak against Secret Societies.
Mentions that he plans to publish a piece by Smith in _Christian Cynosure_.
Thanks Smith for his kindnesss to Mary Bent Blanchard. Writes:
"Freemasonry was then the heart and soul of the slave system." Blames the
attack on Kansas on the "Blue Lodges," and says, "I would rather go
through the abolition war than the one I am now waging" [against Secret
Societies].
1879. Cobb, H. W. (Agent, AMA). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL;
December 28, 1869. 1 p.
Writes that he received a barrel from Mary Bent Blanchard for Miss Hart
at the Natches Mission. Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to look to the Wheaton
Collection for the AMA.
1880. Manning, Annie (Wife of Louis Manning). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Chicago, IL; December 28, 1869. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about moving to the west side of Chicago. Mentions Hattie and her
husband's crop failure.
1881. Jordon, Lizzie Heywood (Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Morris, IL; December 30, 1869. 1 p.
Sends money due on a scholarship.
1882. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
n.p.; ca. 1870. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Says she is unable to assist L[aura Blanchard Wheeler]. Offers to will
her property to Jonathan Blanchard. Writes about the spiritual state of
Morrison.
1883. Blanchard, William Walter (Brother of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Paxton, IL; 1870. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he will contribute to the fund to put Laura [Blanchard
Wheeler] in an old ladies' home. Writes about Lavinia [Blanchard
Stafford] and says that Laura is "trying beyond description.".
1884. Clara. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; [1870 ?]. 2 p.
Writes that Mary and Mr. Starr were converted. Writes that her father
will not distribute anti-secret tracts. Mentions that she received some
hair from Mary Bent Blanchard.
1885. Farrar, Laura Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; [ca. 1870]. 2 p.
Urges a tea bath and enema for Minnie Stearns. Writes that she is unable
to come to Wheaton. Mentions that she received a tract, but no letter
from Mary Bent Blanchard. Mentions children killed at a picnic.
1886. Stuart, Emilie. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; [1869-1870]. 1 p.
Writes that she slighted Mary Bent Blanchard's wishes.
1887. Bolander, Lydia Hulett. [Letter to "My dear Aunt"]. Morrison, IL; January
2, 1870. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about plans for arrival in Wheaton.
1888. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; January 3, 1870. 1 p.
Note: Photocopy; Original filed with the Charles A. Blanchard Papers.
Writes about his lectures and a debate.
1889. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; January 8/10, 1870. 4 p.
Writes about New Year's, revival, religious meetings, and a plow
manufactory. Writes that Mr. Pierce and Mr. Taylor are to preach.
1890. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; January 10, [1870 ?]. 2 p.
Writes that J. P. Stoddard is away on business. Writes about a Week of
Prayer, about the time of the Annual Masonic Festival, about sewing,
about ill health, and about New Year's gifts. Writes that she sent a
star pin to Nora Blanchard Kellogg, that Estelle Stone married John
Sanford. Asks if Charles A. Blanchard would lecture in Byron.
1891. Bent, Mary P. (Sister-in-Law of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Burr Oak, IA; January 17, 1870. 2 p.
Writes about her lame wrist. Mentions that they are considering moving.
Writes about two local churches that may unite. Writes that she won a
prize for her carpet, that her sister Hattie is feeble, and that she
wishes to send her son George to Wheaton.
1892. Whiting, F. A. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Joliet, IL; January 17,
1870. 4 p.
Writes that Julia wrote to her, confessing a sin. Asks Mary Bent
Blanchard to take Julia back into her confidence.
1893. Breed, Clara. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. East Paw Paw, IL; January
19, [1870 ?]. 4 p.
Writes about her journey home, telling of a man who jumped from the train
and was killed.
1894. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Morrison, IL; January 21, 1870. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family news, making applesauce, and a family wanting to get
a house in order to take boarders. Asks Mary Bent Blanchard about the
situation in Wheaton. Writes about Mr. Erastus Allen and confusion over
_Christian Cynosure_ mailing.
1895. Pettengill, Blanchard T. (Nephew of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Cottage Hill, IL; January 22, 1870. 3 p.
Writes that he saw many Wheaton people at an exhibition. Mentions Mr.
Albert, a strong anti-mason.
1896. Stewart, Mattie (Mother of Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Champaign, IL; January 25, 1870. 4 p.
Expresses concern over Emma [Stewart], who played cards and went skating
with gentlemen. Writes that _The Advance_ is "demeaning itself with a
quarrell," and that a local church is in debt and divided by
"quibbling.".
1897. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; January 27, 1870. 2 p.
Sends Charles A. Blanchard's certificate of deposit. Writes that [Philo]
Carpenter gave $10.00 for his expenses. Says he is distressed over
Charles A. Blanchard's "state of heart." Writes that Mr. Hart failed to
send Forster's and Langworthy's coupons. Gives farm instructions.
1898. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Palos, IL; January 31, 1870. 3 p.
Writes that her father is in poor health, that she visited Mrs. Grant,
Mrs. Larson, and a German Teacher. Writes that she wishes to board with
the Blanchards.
1899. Dunning, Catherine Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
New Haven, CT; January 31, 1870. 2 p.
Relates her memories of birthday celebrations as a child. Asks that Mr.
Avery be recommended as a teacher. Mentions that Mr. Daggett saw a notice
saying that Charles A. Blanchard was "remarkably eloquent." Writes about
the Bible in the schools.
1900. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Gerrit
Smith]. Wheaton, IL; February 1, 1870. 4 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Sends a receipt for Smith's donation. Writes about fundraising for the
Wheaton College building fund, about the hostility of the towns, and
about Lodges in Chicago. Writes about _The Advance_, which gains its
advertising from Masonic businessmen. Says the NCA may meet in Worcester
and he hopes Smith will attend. Comments on Smith's opposition to the
dram shop. Writes that he believes an anti-Secret Society, anti-dram
shop political party will emerge.
1901. Wells, Julia T. (Galesburg friend of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; February 2, 1870. 3 p.
Writes about a week of prayer and mentions Female Prayer meetings. Says
she's busy with Prayer and Union meetings. Talks about an article in the
_Register_ about which Frank took the editor to task.
1902. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Morrison, IL; February 3, 1870. 3 p.
Writes of Lydia Hulett's abilities and gives corrections in mailing
addresses for _Christian Cynosure_. Says that Mrs. Boles's son would like
a situation at Wheaton and that she received a letter from Mrs. Hill.
She appoints Mary Bent Blanchard as treasurer for collecting money to
support Laura Blanchard Wheeler at the Old Ladies Home Society. Writes
that "they are dancing up an Episcopalian house".
1903. Wheeler, Laura Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Lowell, MA; February 7, 1870. 4 p.
Claims that Cyrus Lewis Blanchard owed her money and that Cyrus Lewis
Blanchard's wife [Mary] attacked her. Discusses Cyrus Lewis Blanchard's
character, her father's drunkenness and her daughter. Says that Amos
Blanchard died.
1904. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Chicago, IL; February 8, 1870. 2 p.
Writes of uncorrected letter in _Christian Cynosure_ and of Mr. Danforth
[_Christian Cynosure_ compositor]. Says that Idaho is recovering. Writes
that the Cushings feel badly over an article on "Schism" in _Christian
Cynosure_ and that Edward regrets renewing his subscription.
1905. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Chicago, IL; February 8, 1870. 2 p.
Sends thanks for rye and asks for a program for the winter examinations.
Says that the _Christian Cynosure_ letters are encouraging and receipts
good. Mentions that the new president of Hillsdale College is to receive
_Christian Cynosure_.
1906. Blanchard, Samuel (Brother of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Moscow, OH; February 11, 1870. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about placing Laura [Blanchard Wheeler] in the Old Ladies' Home.
1907. Cobb, H. W. (Agent, AMA). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL;
February 11, 1870. 1 p.
Note: Enclosed card and printed sheet "Help for Pastors who Take
Collections".
Asks if Mary Bent Blanchard can take up a collection for the freedmen
this month.
1908. Blanchard, Jonathan. [Letter to Gerrit Smith]. Wheaton, IL; February 13,
1870. 1 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Writes of receiving a letter from Smith containing Professor Sweet's
speech and says he will send it to Henry L. Kellogg for publication in
_Christian Cynosure_. He says that "The Advance is getting pious and
publishing against secret orders." Writes that Charles A. Blanchard is in
the East.
1909. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Burr
Oak, IA; February 14, 1870. 2 p.
Writes that he was writing a piece for _Christian Cynosure_ about _The
Advance_ and that he wishes his son George [P. Bent] to go to school and
work.
1910. Manning, Louis C. (Husband of Annie Manning). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; February 15, 1870. 4 p.
Writes to resign his receivorship because it is too corrupt. Writes about
tells of passing counterfeit money. Writes of working as a bookkeeper
for a wagon maker and of his hopes to learn that trade.
1911. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Morrison, IL; February 18, 1870. 2 p.
Writes of fear that she wounded Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent
Blanchard's feelings by sending Mrs. Hill's letter. Writes that Samuel
[Blanchard] and William W. Blanchard contributed to support of Laura
[Blanchard Wheeler] in Old Ladies' Home Society and that _Christian
Cynosure_ did not arrive.
1912. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Palos, IL; February 25/28, 1870. 4 p.
Sends her appreciation for an offer to board with Blanchards and tells
why she didn't transfer her membership from the Wheaton Church. Writes
that the Catholics are trying to get a Catholic Director and tells of a
Revival in the Methodist Church. Writes that she is wondering whether or
not to return to school. Says that she visited Maria Blanchard Cook.
1913. Kilner, Samuel R. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Atkinson, IL; February
25, 1870. 2 p.
Writes of his wishes to attend college and his hopes to sell land in
order to obtain money for that object. Asks if he can enter Wheaton
College and pay two years later and gives his references.
Oversized.
1914. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; February 25, 1870. 4 p.
Writes that she is considering a journey to Bunker Hill and that her
minister, Mr. Mack, has just returned from a trip to Cuba. Writes of
guest preachers and mentions that Mr. Potter led church mettings. Writes
about Mr. Taylor, a former Good Templar. Writes of her hope that the
arbitration will be fair. Writes that Mr. Powell is to lecture.
1915. Breed, Clara (Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
East Paw Paw, IL; February 26, [1870]. 3 p.
Says that she will not return to Wheaton College until Fall and that she
plans to attend commencement. Asks about progress of classes and writes
about the revival at Wheaton College. Writes about a shell wreath and a
hair wreath.
1916. Tynan, Mary E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Minooka, IL; March 3,
1870. 1 p.
Asks for address of a sewing machine agent and asks if she may board at
Blanchard House for the Winter Term.
1917. White, S. C. (Cousin of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. New York,
NY; March 3, 1870. 4 p.
Says that a "mixed" (co-ed) school is best and responds to Mary Bent
Blanchard's query regarding letters sent to people as part of a racket.
Would send Maria to Wheaton College if it were not so far.
1918. Farrar, Laura Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; March 7, 1870. 2 p.
Writes of paying a debt to Miss F[eemster] and that she is boarding at
Mrs. Roy's. Writes of the usefulness of the knowledge of medicine for
Christian Service.
1919. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Burr
Oak, IA; March 9, 1870. 2 p.
Writes of wishes for his son George [P. Bent] to board with the
Blanchards.
1920. Jones, Sarah Feemster (Wheaton College Class of 1870). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; March 9, 1870. 1 p.
Sends receipt for $35.00 from Mary Bent Blanchard.
1921. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Palos, IL; March 19, 1870. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she wants to come to Wheaton College.
1922. Farrar, Laura Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; March 27, 1870. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about a sermon with a reference to women, and East Indian Women.
1923. Manning, Louis C. (Husband of Annie Manning). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; March 30, 1870. 2 p.
Writes of resolve to be less harsh with his wife [Annie] and writes of
his wife's upbringing. Writes of a birthday party.
1924. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard];
April 2, [1870]. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes offering to board Laura Blanchard Wheeler. Sends instructions on
how to can crab apples. Discusses the Old Ladies' Home.
1925. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Ashmore, IL; April 4, 1870. 4 p.
Writes of a bitter day at a trial and gives his opinion of the referees
and his accusers. Says that he slept at Bro. Farwells and writes: "I
felt like a person assassinated by a thousand stabs." Writes of speaking
in Mattoon, administering communion, preaching against secret societies
for 1 3/4 hours, his intentions to speak to students at Westfield and to
lecture at Preston.
1926. Rowell, J. Hastings (Parent of Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Joliet, IL; April 15, 1870. 1 p.
Sends board money for Hastings [Rowell].
1927. Staples, A. C. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. West Branch, IA; April 18,
1870. 4 p.
Writes that he sent $5 as part payment for Jonathan Blanchard's travel
expenses and has received no reply. Mentions that he organized the
Springdale Precinct Christian Association Opposed to Secret Societies.
Writes that he believes that a political contest is being set up and
mentions a new drug store.
1928. Williams, Angie. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. La Grange, MO; April 29,
1870. 3 p.
Says that she is teaching school and that she has a cousin who wishes to
attend Wheaton College. Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to write.
1929. Carter, Amanda. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Clipper Gap, CA; May 11/
24, 1870. 8 p.
Writes of the journey to Clipper Gap and tells of the society there-dancing, wine. Asks for a copy of the temperance pledge. Writes that
she started a Sabbath School. Says that she is teaching school and that
she attended a teachers' institute. Writes of vacation plans in the
mountains and asks for photos.
1930. Chapman, Louisa B. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; May 16, 1870. 3
p.
Writes of plans to visit several places, including Wheaton. Writes that
she is looking for a house.
1931. Farrar, Laura Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; May 16, [1870 ?]. 2 p.
Writes that William W. Blanchard may try to establish a new church.
Writes about family members.
1932. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; May 16, 1870. 2 p.
Writes of attending a school picnic and says that Mr. Trowbridge and J.
P. Stoddard addressed the picnicers. Writes of new church members.
1933. Cook, Ezra Asher (Husband of MEC). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Chicago, IL; May 27, 1870. 1 p.
Writes that Maria Blanchard Cook couldn't find shoes for Mary Bent
Blanchard. Writes about his new house. Says that he plans to attend a
convention in Cincinatti.
1934. Tynan, Mary E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Minooka, IL; May 28, 1870.
1 p.
Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to send "the key to the Arithmetic".
1935. Rowell, J. Hastings; Rowell, Mary E. (Parents of Wheaton College Student).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Joliet, IL; June 2/3, 1870. 2 p.
Write of their expectation to attend commencement. Ask about boarding
arrangements and arrangements for Annie and her friend to attend Wheaton
College commencement.
1936. Russell, Eugene R. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Washington, DC; June
2, 1870. 4 p.
Writes of the decoration of the soldiers' graves and of visiting
[Arlington National Cemetary]. Writes about attending school.
1937. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; June 7, 1870 ? 1 p.
Writes that he saw Mr. Hall, a seller of spring beds. Asks Mary Bent
Blanchard to take a collection for the AMA, or show a circular to Mr.
Brewster.
1938. Chapman, Louisa B. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; June 11,
1870. 2 p.
Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to find her a domestic servant and writes of her
planned move to Wheaton.
1939. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Cincinnati, OH; June 13, 1870. 4 p.
Writes that he spoke for 1.5-2 hours and that Mr. Hart and Ezra A. Cook
spoke as well. Writes of the [NCA] convention, mentioning that Charles
A. Blanchard and Mr. Barlow were elected lecturers for the NCA. Writes
that Mr. Carpenter spoke of the topic of political action and that Judge
Parrish was elected president for next year. Writes of speaking in Dr.
Rice's former church and that he visited the graves of [Jonathan Edwards
Blanchard and William Walter Blanchard (Son)]. Says that he is to speak
in Indiana and at Oberlin and writes that the press coverage of the
Convention was fair.
1940. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Dublin, IN; [June 14, 1870]. 4 p.
Note: Torn.
Writes of taking dinner with Bro Leavitt and tea with Enos Sellen.
Writes of preaching and of press treatment of the sermon. Writes of the
people who had not paid pledges to Wheaton College: Richard Smith and Dr.
Taft. Says that he saw Dr. Aydelotte and sec'y Ritchie and says, "My
opinion is that the 'cards' had injured me with those men." Writes of
visiting a cemetary and that he intends to buy Mary Bent Blanchard a
washing machine.
1941. Rice, Alice E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Stockton, CA; June 15,
1870. 4 p.
Writes that her sister, Mrs. Cone, died.
1942. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; June 16, 1870. 1 p.
Writes about the prices of sugar and lemons and mentions that Mary Bent
Blanchard "fixed" some rooms.
1943. Morgan, Royal T. (Wheaton College Class of 1874). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; June 16, 1870. 1 p.
Writes of inability to pay a debt because of ill health.
1944. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Morrison, IL; June 17, 1870. 2 p.
Sends money for _Christian Cynosure_ and talks about Mr. and Mrs. Tripp,
who were former neighbors of Cyrus Lewis Blanchard. Writes that she
spoke with Dea D. Kirr about anti-secretism. Writes that she wants a
girl to assist her with teaching.
1945. Williston, C. L. (Wife of John P. Williston). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; June 17, 1870. 2 p.
Writes that since her husband [Mr. Williston] is averse to long journeys,
she is declining Mary Bent Blanchard's invitation to commencement.
Writes that "the rich Miss Smith of Hatfield" died, leaving money for
schools in Massachusetts.
1946. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard and
Minnie Stearns]. n.p.; June 26, 1870. 2 p.
To Mary Bent Blanchard she writes that she will be unable to attend
commencement and asks if Nora Blanchard Kellogg, Sonora Blanchard
Kennedy, or Julia Blanchard Fischer can stay with her. Mentions that she
received a book. Sends a list of people to whom to send a copy of
_Christian Cynosure_ and asks for an anti-secretism lecturer to deliver an
address in the area. To Minnie she writes about her improved situation.
Says that the cistern is empty and she gets her water from and artesian
well, which she believes has medicinal properties. Writes that she wants
a young lady to stay with her and teach.
1947. Manning, Annie (Former Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. LaMoille, IL; July 1, 1870. 4 p.
Writes about her journey home from Wheaton and asks Mary Bent Blanchard
to send someone to the express office to check for a parcel.
1948. McKee, Sarah W. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Aurora, IL; July 2, 1870.
3 p.
Writes of going to Mr. Matthew's for dinner. Says that Mr. McKee is in
poor health and wishes to sell the farm. Gives terms for selling the
farm.
1949. Avery, S. P. M. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. n.p.; July 4, 1870. 2 p.
Asks if Jonathan Blanchard uses wine for communion.
1950. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Morrison, IL; July 4, 1870. 1 p.
Writes that Selima Blanchard Allen sent a parcel to Wheaton and says that
she arrived safely in Morrison.
1951. Kellogg, Nora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; July 5, 1870. 2 p.
Writes of a trip to Chicago on a crowded train. Mentions that Maria
Blanchard Cook asked for a paint palate and paint knife to be sent to
her. Says that she saw fireworks and a balloon on July 4.
1952. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to
Jonathan Blanchard]. Byron, IL; July 5, 1870. 2 p.
Writes that Father Stoddard is very ill. Says that she would welcome a
visit and would like Jonathan Blanchard to preach.1953. Blanchard, Charles
Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; July 6, 1870. 1 p.
Note: Photocopy; Original Filed with the Charles A. Blanchard Papers.
Writes that he received a letter and money from Jonathan Blanchard.
Mentions plans to go to Iowa.
1954. Pettengill, Blanchard T. (Nephew of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; July 7, 1870. 3 p.
Writes of the city water works and people watering trees and streets.
Writes of city street cars--"excursion cars"--that look like "floating
palaces on wheels". Writes that Walter Stevens has returned from college
and writes about a business meeting concerning Mr. Mack.
1955. Farrar, Laura Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; July 8, [1870]. 2 p.
Writes that sewing work is available. Writes that Mrs. Cleveland's boy
died, then her father died, then Mrs. Cleveland died.
1956. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peru, IL; July 9, 1870. 2 p.
Writes of taking tea with Maria Blanchard Cook and Nora Blanchard Kellogg
and that he did business with Baird and Bradley. Writes that Charles A.
Blanchard is lecturing. Writes that he may meet Mary Bent Blanchard at
Byron.
1957. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; July 11, 1870. 2 p.
Sends a bonnet and thanks for a husk matress and lemons. Wants to know
if Cousin Kate [Bent] has paints.
1958. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Granville, IL; July 12, 1870. 2 p.
Writes that he lectured before communion and preached and that he is to
preach at Normal. Writes of fundraising for Wheaton College building and
that he is to attend a social circle. Says that the people of Granville
are "slow and careful".
1959. McKee, Sarah W. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Aurora, IL; July 13,
1870. 2 p.
Writes that she is sending a pattern via mail and that Royal is ill and
in debt.
1960. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Morrison, IL; July 16, 1870. 3 p.
Writes that Selima Blanchard Allen is "stirred up" about Mr. Fuller and
Annie's hat. Writes that Selima Blanchard Allen plans to have her house
repaired. Writes about Selima Blanchard Allen's school and about
visisting Mary Compton. Writes about Mrs. Millikin's children. Says
that she met "Mrs. Packard, the lady who was confined at the insane
asylum at Jacksonville". Writes that she heard "the celebrated Mrs.
Degear on Temperance". Writes that Mr. Roberts is to send money.1961.
Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Normal, IL; July 18, 1870. 2 p.
Note: Handwriting alters in penultimate paragraph.
Writes of speaking and of attending a funeral of an 8 month old baby.
Writes that he is to lecture at Wenona and Tonica. Writes of his plans
for going to Byron and that he wishes to meet with Charles A. Blanchard
"to arrange our work".
1962. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; July 19, 1870. 1 p.
Writes of plans to visit Wheaton and about her paints and painting.
There is a crossed out mention of committee meeting at which Mr. Foster
"was excused from further duties".
1963. Blanchard, Cyrus Louis (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; July 21, 1870. 4 p.
Writes about his personal conversion experience at Moody's church and
writes, "Please don't make this public".
1964. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Morrison, IL; July 21, 1870. 2 p.
Writes that she would prefer to board at Blanchards' rather than at Mrs.
Starr's. Wishes that Charles A. Blanchard would lecture in Morrison and
mentions war in Europe.
1965. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Geraldine Blanchard
Fischer]. n.p.; ca. July 23, 1870. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; written on letter by Julia Blanchard Fischer of July 23,
1870.
Writes that money was raised for Wheaton College and church.
1966. Fischer, Julia Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to [Geraldine
Blanchard Fischer]]. n.p.; July 23, 1870. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Note by Mary Bent Blanchard of July 23, 1870 written on this
letter.
Writes about local and family news.
1967. Pettengill, Blanchard T. (Nephew of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; July 23, 1870. 4 p.
Writes that Mr. Mack, a local pastor, resigned. Says that he is unable
to find a buyer for land and blames the "new war" and unsettled times.
Writes that Moses Pettengill and Hannah Bent Tyner Pettengill are
traveling. Writes that Jonathan Blanchard wished to see an issue of _The
Chronicle_ which he gave to Mr. Wheeler. Writes that Walter Stevens is a
reporter for _The St. Louis Times_. Writes about College Secret Societies
at Ann Arbor. Writes about the Meyers Family trouble and that Madie Kert
is not expected to live.
1968. Breed, Clara. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. East Paw Paw, IL; [July 24,
1870]. 1 p.
Writes about her plans to return to Wheaton College and asks if Mary Bent
Blanchard could employ her on Saturdays.
1969. Ferguson, Harriet (Wheaton College Class of 1871). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. East Paw Paw, IL; July 24, 1870. 2 p.
Writes that she will be unable to attend Wheaton College. Writes that
she heard that Jonathan Blanchard was planning to be away and mentions
pressing flowers.
1970. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; July 25, 1870. 4 p.
Writes of growing "stout". Writes that Howard [Nichols] took George
[Nichols, son] to the Episcopal Church. Writes that there are 9 people
in the Blanchard house.
1971. Fischer, Geraldine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; July 26, [1870]. 2 p.
Writes about acquaintances and mentions that she has a turkey.
1972. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; August 2, 1870. 1 p.
Writes of plans to visit Wheaton and of painting.
1973. Fischer, Geraldine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard and Julia Blanchard Fischer]. n.p.; August 4, 1870. 1 p.
Writes that Mrs. Bicknell had a baby.
1974. Turner, Mrs. E. B. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Hannibal, MO; August
4, 1870. 3 p.
Writes that Mrs. Ellen Hanix's son, Tom, wishes to attend Wheaton
College.
1975. Collins, William Granville. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Quincy, IL;
August 8, 1870. 1 p.
Writes that Mrs. M. H. Morgan, a black student, enquires about Wheaton
College and boarding and work arrangements. Writes that she has a
scholarship to Knoxville College, which he has heard is a better college.
1976. Pooley, Eliza. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Blackberry, IL; August 8,
1870. 1 p.
Asks that _Christian Cynosure_ be sent to Samuel Fletcher at her expense.
1977. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Burr
Oak, IA; August 12, 1870. 1 p.
Asks about his son George's boarding and work arrangements.
1978. Cook, Ezra Asher. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; August 12,
1870. 2 p.
Writes of Maria Blanchard Cook sending her a lace hat and about paying
for lard and butter.
1979. Grace, Sarah. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Quincy, IL; August 12,
1870. 1 p.
Asks about boarding in Wheaton.
1980. Kellogg, Nora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; August 12, 1870. 4 p.
Writes about Maria Blanchard Cook painting and that she saw Jonathan
Blanchard. Writes of selecting slippers for Julia Blanchard Fischer and
Sonora Blanchard Kennedy.1981. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB).
[Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Morrison, IL; August 13, 1870. 4 p.
Writes that Mr. Roberts has not sent money, but "can find money to carry
on lawsuits with his neighbors". Writes of "doctoring" with Mrs. Mayo
and says that she is considering boarding with Mrs. Starr. Writes that
Williston [Stearns] is to come to Morrison and attend the graded school
"as long as he and aunt [Selima Blanchard Allen] can agree". Writes that
Selima Blanchard Allen is having her house raised and repaired and writes
of Selima Blanchard Allen's _Christian Cynosure_ activities. Writes about
Anti-sec speakers and about the anti-sec sentiment of Morrison.
1982. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to
Jonathan Blanchard, Mary Bent Blanchard, and Mary [Mary Stoddard Fifield?
]]. Byron, IL; August 13, 1870. 4 p.
Writes of buying a carriage and of fundraising for Wheaton College. Says
that Mr. L. called to assess damages on land damaged by cattle. Mentions
that she wishes to give two pigs to Wheaton College.
1983. Pooley, Eliza. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Blackberry, IL; August 15,
1870. 2 p.
Writes that Anna went to Michigan and that Anna wishes to complete her
education at Wheaton College. Asks for a good real estate agent.
1984. Shepherd, Stella. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Granville, IL; August
15, 1870. 1 p.
Writes of wish to board at the Blanchard's House.
1985. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; August 17, 1870. 3 p.
Writes appreciation for deed to an acre. Writes about painting. Says
that she will pay Cyrus Louis Blanchard for picking apples. Writes that
she hopes Jonathan Blanchard and Charles A. Blanchard will dine with her
family.
1986. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; August 19, 1870. 2 p.
Writes about a committee meeting and that money was voted to Henry L.
Kellogg and Charles A. Blanchard. Writes that Bro Hart "feels slighted".
Writes that Ezra A. Cook sent Wheaton College circulars out and asks Mary
Bent Blanchard to send the number and size of missing panes.
1987. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; August 20, 1870. 1 p.
Note: Photocopy; Original filed with the Charles A. Blanchard Papers.
Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to look for an issue of _Christian Cynosure_.
Mentions that he would like Mary Bent Blanchard to travel to Belvidere
with Jonathan Blanchard.
1988. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; August 20, 1870. 2 p.
Writes of fundraising for Wheaton College and of the new carriage from
Dr. Helm. Writes about the new pigs and that Mrs. Whitaker had twins.
1989. Pettengill, Blanchard T. (Nephew of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; August 22, 1870. 4 p.
Asks after Charles A. Blanchard. Says that his classmates are to stay
out for a year and that he is debating whether or not to return to
Wheaton College. Writes about an offer of a teaching job in Southern
Illinois.
1990. Kellogg, Nora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; August 24, 1870. 3 p.
Writes of [Maria Blanchard Cook] painting and sends money. Writes of
plans for return to Wheaton.
1991. Fischer, Herman Augustus (Husband of JWF). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Oberlin, OH; August 27, 1870. 1 p.
Asks if Willie [Fischer?] and he can board at Blanchard House.
1992. Townsley, Frances E. (Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; August 31, 1870. 4 p.
Writes "I am subject to fits of depression". Writes of desire for a
roommate for next school term "with a mind on something besides boys and
matrimony.".
1993. Jordon, Lizzie E. (Sister of Annie Manning). [Letter to L[ouis] C.
Manning]. Chicago, IL; ca. September, 1870. 4 p.
Writes a nasty letter accusing Manning of vanity, hypocrisy, and
cowardice and says that he deserves a "cow-hiding". Says that she does
not look upon him as a desirable acquaintance and returns the tracts he
sent her. She accuses him of ill treatment of her sister. [A brief note
by Manning indicates that he called on Jordon three times. He asks Mary
Bent Blanchard to ask Jordon what he did.].
1994. Smith, Leander. [Letter to "to whom it may concern"]. Minooka, IL;
September, 1870. 1 p.
Letter of recommendation for Mary Tynan.
1995. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; September 1, 1870. 3 p.
Writes that she wants Carrie [Sonora Blanchard Kennedy?] to go to school.
Writes about Nora Blanchard Kellogg painting.
1996. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; September 2, 1870. 4 p.
Writes that she has returned for her journey and that she visited Edward
Dunning and his "scientific explorations". Writes that Edward Nichols
visited the oil well region of Pennsylvania. Writes that she is thinking
of finding some occupation for Blanchard Pettengill for a year.
1997. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to
Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; September 2,
1870. 3 p.
Writes of suffering form a toothache. Writes about the Young Ladies'
Athenaeum at Jacksonville, IL. Writes of a teaching position open and
gives a sample letter to Sonora Blanchard Kennedy to write if she desires
to apply for a teaching positon.
1998. Reade, Harriet A. M. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Geneva, WI;
September 5, 1870. 2 p.
Writes of being detained in coming to Wheaton and of plans for trip to
Wheaton.
1999. Bent, Mary P. (Sister-in-Law of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Burr Oak, IA; September 6, 1870. 2 p.
Writes that George [P. Bent] is to stay with the Blanchards. Sends
thanks for the photo of Catherine Avery Bent and Samuel Bent. Writes
about her domestic servant. Writes that "our new mother was not pleased
with father's provision for her".
2000. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; September 7, 1870. 2 p.
Writes that she would be willing for Cyrus Louis Blanchard to stay with
them and that Blanchard Pettengill is not going to Wheaton College this
term. Writes that the church needs a pastor.
2001. Nash, C. H. [Letter to [Mary Bent Blanchard]]. Belvidere, IL; September 8,
1870. 2 p.
Writes of need of a boarding situation.
2002. Pettengill, Blanchard T. (Nephew of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; September 8, 1870. 4 p.
Writes that he will not go to Wheaton College in the upcoming term and
gives a list of items he wishes Cyrus Louis Blanchard to bring from
Wheaton. Writes about abti-secretism.
2003. Rowell, Mary E. (Mother of Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Joliet, IL; September 8, 1870. 2 p.
Asks if her daughter Annie can board with the Blanchards.
2004. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Castalia, IA; September 12, 1870. 1 p.
Note: Photocopy; Original filed with the Charles A. Blanchard Papers.
Writes about meetings at Western Union and his plans to travel to Ripon,
WI.
2005. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Springdale, IA; September 12, 1870. 1 p.
Note: Photocopy; Original filed with the Charles A. Blanchard Papers.
Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to take his pants to the tailor and writes about
meetings.
2006. Pierce, W. P. [Letter to "To whom it may concern"]. Minooka, IL; September
19, 1870. 1 p.
Letter of recommendation for Mary Tynan.
2007. Tynan, Mary E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Minooka, IL; September 19,
1870. 2 p.
Writes that she wishes to find board, study, and recite to Mary Bent
Blanchard or Jonathan Blanchard.
2008. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; September 21, 1870. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Sonora Blanchard Kennedy, painting, and Anna Poe. Asks Mary
Bent Blanchard to visit.
2009. Manning, Louis C. [Letter to [Mary Bent Blanchard]]. Chicago, IL;
September 23, 1870. 7 p.
Writes that Annie Manning, his wife, will come back to him "subdued,
humbled, repentant". Writes that Lizzie [Jordan] is to visit Jonathan
Blanchard. Mentions his wife's "love affair" and his promise not to
mention it. Calls Lizzie "a man of straw, ignorant, self conceited,
wanting in true faith and humility". Writes that he wants Mary Bent
Blanchard to bring Lizzie to "a sense of duty" and wants Lizzie to
separate from "the Indian" [Mr. Jordan] and teach.
2010. Manning, Annie. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; September
25, 1870. 2 p.
Defends her actions.
2011. Pettengill, Blanchard T. (Nephew of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; September 28, 1870. 2 p.
Writes of recovering from an accident. Writes that Mr. and Mrs. Smith
and Major Thompson are visiting.
2012. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Burr
Oak, IA; September 29, 1870. 2 p.
Writes that he is sending his son George [P. Bent] to Wheaton College.
Writes about his financial situation.
2013. Poe, Annie H. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; October 1,
1870. 1 p.
Writes that Maria Blanchard Cook is "improving".
2014. Cook, Ezra Asher (Husband of MEC). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Chicago, IL; October 3, 1870. 1 p.
Writes that Maria Blanchard Cook is feeling better and sends $1.00.
2015. Manning, Louis C. (Husband of Annie Manning). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; October 3, 1870. 4 p.
Writes about Annie [Manning]'s situation and attitude toward him. Writes
that he will no longer give her monetary support. Believes Lizzie
[Jordan] was a bad influence on Annie.
2016. Cogins, Feby. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Quincy, IL; October 4,
1870. 2 p.
Writes that she, a niece, and two nephews wish to attend Wheaton College
and asks where they should go when they arrive. Also asks the rate of
rent.
2017. Blanchard, Cyrus Louis (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; October 5, 1870. 2 p.
Writes that he is working hard and going to a meeting with Blanchard
Pettengill. Writes that he saw Charles A. Blanchard.
2018. Manning, Louis C. (Husband of Annie Manning). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; October 6, 1870. 1 p.
Writes that he thinks it may have been better to let the matter [between
his wife, Annie, and him] drop. Writes that he left a flower stand at
"No. 88".
2019. Conant, Elizabeth (Cousin of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Framingham, MA; October 7, 1870. 4 p.
Sends money for _Christian Cynosure_ and says she believes that many will
not join secret societies due to the _Christian Cynosure_. Writes of a
family meeting at Bro Frances' and relates the family news. Writes that
Mary White "who married a Forbes" has a daughter married to Mr. Green and
they are the first missionaries to Japan. Writes that the eldest Forbes
son married a Miss Kittredge and that William White's daughter married.
Writes that cousin Avery's wife died in 1869 and that he married Miss
Curtis.
2020. Manning, Louis C. (Husband of Annie Manning). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; October 7, 1870. 3 p.
Writes that his estranged wife, Annie, wrote to clear her name and
reputation and claims that she never loved him. Writes that he thinks
both Annie and Lizzie are blind and "require grace from above.".
2021. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; October 10, 1870. 3 p.
Writes of plans to come to Wheaton and that she will pay Mary Bent
Blanchard if she replaces Minnie's cans.
2022. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; October 12, 1870. 4 p.
Writes that she is thinking of sending clothing and that she wishes
Virginia [Dunning] could be married. Writes about less popular
amusements and the marriage of Mr. and Mrs. Rice, as well as mentioning
the Revival in Wheaton.
2023. Blanchard, Cyrus Louis (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; October 14, 1870. 1 p.
Writes that his horse nearly ran away.
2024. McKee, Sarah W. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; October 15, 1870. 4
p.
Writes of hopes to sell farm and that Royal is to teach school. Writes
that Geraldine Blanchard Fischer is giving her a turkey.
2025. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; October 15, 1870. 4 p.
Writes about a Swedish domestic servant and about an injured limb. Tells
about the re-opening of a dispute involving Jonathan Blanchard and Dr.
Patton and gives advice. Writes that she wants Jonathan Blanchard to
stay at Wheaton College at least until Blanchard Pettengill graduates.
2026. Blanchard, Cyrus Louis (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard
and Mary Bent Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; October 19, 1870. 2 p.
Writes that his horse nearly ran away and that a buggy was damaged in the
runaway incident. Writes about squash pies and about new street lights.
Says that he found a one-eyed intruder in the house and that J. Smith and
"uncle" own a soap factory.
2027. Wells, Julia T. (Galesburg Friend of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; October 21, 1870. 1 p.
Writes that Frank is still an invalid and mentions Charles A. Blanchard's
[anti-sec] work and sends $20.
2028. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; October 24, 1870. 3 p.
Writes of sending a parcel of old clothing and mentions the death of
Maria Blanchard Cook's infant. Writes that Merrill Richardson draws
large crowds to hear him speak and mentions that he gave no signs of this
in his early days.
2029. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; October 27, 1870. 2 p.
Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to tell her what she has furnished for Mary
Stoddard Fifield. Writes that J. P. Stoddard is buying turkeys for Mr.
Eddy. Mentions the "patient and persistent efforts" by Mary Bent
Blanchard to take her to church when she was young. Writes that the
railroad is "working toward us with a new board of directors" and writes
about Jonathan Blanchard's "exhortations" to J. P. Stoddard to "attend to
those things that will perfect him in the Christian ministry.".
2030. Kennedy, Sonora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; October 31, 1870. 2 p.
Writes of her failure to obtain a teaching certificate and that she is
considering staying with Maria Blanchard Cook and attending the Wells
School.
2031. Kellogg, Nora Blanchard; Blanchard, Cyrus Louis (Daughter and Son of JB
and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; November 5/9, 1870. 4 p.
Note: 2 letters.
Nora Blanchard Kellogg writes that Charles A. Blanchard and Jonathan
Blanchard went east and that Sonora Blanchard Kennedy has been staying
with Maria Blanchard Cook. Writes that Mr. Stough has been adding to his
house and mentions Moses Pettengill and Hannah Bent Tyner Pettengill's
accident. Cyrus Louis Blanchard writes about news of Jonathan Blanchard
from Cleveland and mentions that Dr. Sedgewick is ill. Writes that
Charles A. Blanchard lectured and that [Philo] Carpenter subscribed $5000
to Wheaton College and resigned as Director of the Theological Seminary.
Writes that Mrs. Bicknell thinks he ought to write in a copybook each
evening.
2032. Kennedy, Sonora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; November 5, 1870. 2 p.
Writes of desire to be "examined" [for a teaching certificate] in DuPage
County.
2033. Carter, Amanda. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Clipper Gap, CA; November
8, [1870]. 8 p.
Writes about her vacation in the mountains. Writes about teaching school
and the program for the last day of classes. Sends thanks for Jonathan
Blanchard's photograph.
2034. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; November 8, 1870. 2 p.
Writes that she plans to send cloth for dresses for [Mary Stoddard
Fifield]. Writes about a prayer meeting and mentions that the school is
prospering under its principal, Mr. Marriner. Writes that J. P. Stoddard
spoke against Freemasonry and mentions trustee action which "must be some
comfort" to Jonathan Blanchard. Writes that Williston B. Stoddard was
knocked out by a ball at school. Writes about happy times with Jonathan
Blanchard.
Oversized.
2035. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Brockwayville, PA; November 11, 1870. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about trip to Brookville, and preaching. Writes about J.J. Marks,
a Presbyterian minister and Mason, saying that he "attacked him without
mittens and without mercy." Writes about Secret Societies, and asks Mary
Bent Blanchard to send pamplet on "History of Masonry" and copy of the
_Christian Cynosure_ to Mrs. Warren Wellman and William Dickey. Gives a
description of a forest.
2036. Blanchard, Cyrus Louis (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; November 14, 1870. 1 p.
Mentions a fire in downtown Peoria.
2037. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; November 15/21, 1870. 2 p.
Writes that she cannot come to Wheaton for the exhibition and
Thanksgiving. Mentions that Sonora Blanchard Kennedy is reading proof.
Writes that she invited the store hands to visit. Mentions that J. P.
Stoddard gave her family a turkey and that the ladies of the Aid Society
plan to hold a fair.
2038. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Syracuse, NY; November 16, 1870. 1 p.
Writes that he had a good crowd the previous night. Mentions his
intention to attend a county convention in Pennsylvania. Writes that
Sonora Blanchard Kennedy should not be discouraged by her failure.
2039. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Oswego, NY; November 19, 1870. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Syracuse Convention [Anti-Secret Societies], mentioning that
Charles A. Blanchard spoke.
2040. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Mexico, NY; November 21, 1870. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about preaching, Masons, and asks about numerous Wheaton matters
and people.
2041. Manning, Louis C. (Husband of Annie Manning). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; November 21, 1870. 1 p.
Sends a coffee pot, tankard, and gilt parlor ornaments to Mary Bent
Blanchard.
2042. Bolander, Lydia Hulett. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Cedar Creek, IA;
November 23, 1870. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about a visit to Morrison, and various relatives. Mentions a
Sabbath School concert, her train trip to Jefferson, and going to the
Presbyterian Church because the fire at Mr. Millikin's church wouldn't
burn.
2043. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; November 28, 1870. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family and local news, saying that Benjamin Smith (the elder
brother of Joseph) is looking for a job. Mentions laying a sidewalk, and
Mr. Mack, an agent for Wheaton College. Says that the Peoria people are
raising funds for a bell and church repairs. Hopes Jonathan Blanchard
"will be more careful in his statements.".
2044. Stoddard, James Philemon (Husband of CBS). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Byron, IL; November 28, 1870. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about preaching, performing marriages, and Masonry.
2045. Blanchard, Cyrus Louis (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; November 29, 1870. 1 p.
Mentions that he wrote a letter while he "was feeling good" and was later
happy when it was stopped in its "mad career." Mentions that Moses
Pettengill is not recovering well from an accident.
2046. Pettengill, Blanchard T. (Nephew of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; November 29, 1870. 4 p.
Writes that he has been "much interested in the arbitration." Mentions a
soap factory and an editorial on rash reformers in _The Advance_. Mentions
that he made Cyrus Louis Blanchard read history and ancient lives.
2047. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Clifford, [ ]; November 30, 1870. 1 p.
Note: Photocopy; Original filed with the Charles A. Blanchard Papers.
Writes that Jonathan Blanchard spoke at a convention and mentions
meetings.
2048. Kellogg, Nora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Cyrus Louis
Blanchard]. n.p.; December 1, 1870. 2 p.
Writes about local people and events, thanksgiving, that Mr. Stough is
adding to his house, and that Mrs. Ellis died.
2049. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; December 1, 1870. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Thanksgiving, John Knox Allen (the new minister),
"sociables", and family news.
2050. Kennedy, Sonora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; December 4, 1870. 2 p.
Writes about the costs of various items.
2051. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Gerritt
Smith]. Brooklyn, NY; December 6, 1870. 3 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Writes that Smith's letter was forwarded to him by Mary Bent Blanchard.
Says that he will print Smith's speech in _Christian Cynosure_. Discusses
the power of Secret Societies. Writes that Charles A. Blanchard is
lecturing in Pennsylvania and that he plans to lecture 6 times in New
York and 3 times in Pennsylvania. Mentions that he intends to hold a
meeting in Massachusetts and may visit Smith.
2052. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Brooklyn, NY; December 6, 1870. 3 p.
Writes about the White Family, mentioning that Mrs. White and the
children went to Coney Island. Writes about fundraising, saying that "No
one will give for a Western College till he gets interested in Wheaton
principles." Mentions that Mr. Bacon and Mr. Patton were not present at a
College Society meeting. Mentions that Sec. Rich moved that the College
Society not petition churches for funds.
2053. Blanchard, Cyrus Louis (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; December 7, 1870. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he wants to go to Kansas and be a farmer.
2054. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Brooklyn, NY; December 8, 1870. 4 p.
Writes that S. V. White plans to donate $1000 to the Wheaton College
building fund and that $20,000 has been raised. Writes that he thinks
Joseph Avery Bent ought to resign from his position at Wheaton College,
saying that it is impossible for him to be Prof. of Math while Jonathan
Blanchard is President. Mentions that J. C. Webster was at C. M. Tyler's
and mentions Webster and Joseph Avery Bent seeking to defeat the issue of
a paper against "that decision--which excommunicated me virtually from
the church.".
2055. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; December 8, 1870. 4 p.
Mentions the anniversary of Mary Blanchard (Daughter)'s death. Writes
about cleaning house and mentions attending an oyster supper to raise
funds for blinds for the church windows. Mentions that Maria Blanchard
Cook and Ezra A. Cook sent some stationary. Mentions gifts from various
people.
2056. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Brooklyn, NY; December 9, 1870. 1 p.
Writes that he was sorry to send the message by way of Mary Bent
Blanchard that Joseph Avery Bent ought to resign, but says that it was
"absolutely necessary.".
2057. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Otho,
IA; December 12, 1870. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about selling property at Burr Oak, preaching, the Chicago
Committee, Masons, and family members.
2058. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Brooklyn, NY; December 12, 1870. 4 p.
Mentions that he wrote 7 letters and spoke with Dr. Hall in preparation
for Charles A. Blanchard to speak in Northampton. Mentions that he
preached twice and that there were some signs of revival. Discusses his
belief that Joseph Avery Bent ought to resign his Wheaton College
position on account of his inadequate teaching. Mentions that he spoke
with Charles and Thomas White about Joseph Avery Bent's teaching
position. Mentions Mary Bent Blanchard's "land selling.".
2059. Morgan, Royal T. (Wheaton College Class of 1874). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Fountaindale, IL; December 12, 1870. 2 p.
Writes about a successful convention and a possible boarding/working
place for Vick with Mr. Jones.
2060. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College). [Letter to Gerritt
Smith]. Northampton, MA; December 14, 1870. 6 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Writes that Charles A. Blanchard is speaking in Pennsylvania and mentions
that he was "unable to open a way" for him to speak in Northampton.
Comments on the anti-masonic work in Massachusetts. Writes about Andrew
Johnson and the dedication of a Masonic Temple in Boston. Mentions that
Henry Wilson and Senator Sumner are anti-secret. Writes about fear of
secret societies and his plans to visit Smith. Says that he raised $19,
000 for the Wheaton College building, which is, as yet unfinished. Writes
that finishing the building will silence his enemies. Mentions that Philo
Carpenter pledged $5,000 to the building fund, conditionally and comments
that if he fails to complete the building he is "crippled.".
2061. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; December 15, 1870. 4 p.
Writes that he approves of Mary Bent Blanchard's letter. Writes: "I was
left to an hour of unutterable darkness and faintness" and that he read
Jeremiah 20 "and was astonished to see the workings of my own mind
written there." Argues that Joseph Avery Bent's position on the Wheaton
College faculty is different from J. C. Webster's, because Webster has
raised money for the college and "lauded" Jonathan Blanchard. Mentions
that Joseph Avery Bent hired Janes and Landon to do work for him and
comments on Joseph Avery Bent's poor teaching. Mentions a letter he sent
to Joseph Avery Bent via Mary Bent Blanchard.
2062. Pettengill, Blanchard T. (Nephew of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; December 16, 1870. 3 p.
Sends soap samples and gives the prices of soap. Gives advice on how best
to store soap. Asks for a Greek New Testament in payment for the soap.
Writes that the local church plans to hold a Forefather's Day.
2063. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Bailey Hollow, PA; December 23, 1870. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Original filed with the Charles A. Blanchard Papers.
Writes about the Whites, Jonathan Blanchard, Cyrus Louis Blanchard, and
that he is going to a Mass.
2064. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter
to Mary Bent Blanchard]. South Hadley, MA; December 23, 1870. 3 p.
Writes that he plans to go to Worcester and Springfield, MA. Mentions
that he has raised $20,000 for the Wheaton College building. Asks Mary
Bent Blanchard to send _The Northern Illinoian_ containing his College
Society Report to Samuel D. Greene and S. T. Farwell.
2065. Zaraphonithes, A. D. (Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Joliet, IL; December 23, 1870. 2 p.
Writes that he had a hard day and got chilled.
2066. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. South Hadley, MA; December 24, 1870. 3 p.
Writes that he lectured against secret societies for 2 1/2 hours. Writes
about the Wheaton College building fund and his travel plans.
2067. Blanchard, Cyrus Louis (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; December 27, 1870. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes "I think that you were right about Kansas" and says that the man
who shot Mr. Baker was sent to prison.
2068. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Carbondale, PA; December 28, 1870. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Original is filed with the Charles A. Blanchard Papers.
Writes that they are holding meetings with poor audiences; sends $5.00
for New Year's.
2069. Zaraphonithes, A. D. (Wheaton College Class of 1873). [Letter to Julia
Blanchard Fischer]. n.p.; December 30, 1870. 1 p.
Note: Original Filed with the Fischer Papers.
Sends New Year's Greetings.
2070. Zaraphonithes, A. D. (Wheaton College Class of 1873). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Joliet, IL; December 30, 1870. 2 p.
Writes that he was ill for 2 days.
2071. Zaraphonithes, A. D. (Wheaton College Class of 1873). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Joliet, IL; December 30, 1870. 1 p.
Sends New Year's greetings.
2072. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chelsea, MA; December 31, 1870. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Mr. and Mrs. Greene and includes a Pickle Lilly recipe.
2073. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Rossville, IL; 1871 ? 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Original filed with Charles A. Blanchard papers.
Writes about meetings planned.
2074. Dunning, Virginia (Niece of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.;
1871 ? 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Sends thanks for Bible.
2075. Jones, Sarah Feemster (Wheaton College Class of 1870). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; ca. 1871. 2 p.
Writes that she is teaching at Indiana College.
2076. Sarah. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; 1871 ? 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Jonathan Blanchard, Charles A. Blanchard, Sonora Blanchard
Kennedy, and Brother William.
2077. Kellogg, Nora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Byron, IL; January 3, 1871. 1 p.
Writes about a trip to Winnebago and family members.
2078. Kennedy, Sonora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; January 9, 1871. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she bought Mary Bent Blanchard a calico dress for her
birthday.
2079. Dunning, Catherine Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
New Haven, CT; January 11, 1871. 4 p.
Writes that she received a visit from Jonathan Blanchard and that she is
keeping boarders. Mentions Mr. Dunning's explorations in Tennessee.
Mentions that Virginia Dunning is teaching and writes of religious
interest in the churches.
2080. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Canastota, NY; January 18, 1871. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Charles A. Blanchard and lecturing with Charles A.
Blanchard.
2081. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Worcester, MA; January 30, 1871. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Original filed with the Charles A. Blanchard Papers.
Writes that Ella Gary married Mr. Ellis, and mentions lecturing against
masonry.
2082. McKee, Sarah W. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. St. Louis, MO; January
30, 1871. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family and local news.
2083. Jones, Sarah Feemster (Wheaton College Class of 1870). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Liber, IN; February 3, 1871. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Laura Stearns, Nora Blanchard Kellogg, Miss Geant, Jonathan
Blanchard, and Mr. Jones.
2084. Blanchard, Cyrus Louis (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard,
Mary Bent Blanchard, sisters and brothers]. Peoria, IL; February 4, 1871.
1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about cow kept by uncle [Moses Pettengill].
2085. Blanchard, Cyrus Louis (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; February 4, 1871. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; enclosed with letter by Cyrus Louis Blanchard of February 4,
1871.
Writes about a buggy accident.
2086. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Cyrus Louis
Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; February 6, 1871. 2 p.
Writes about a snow storm and Mary Brewster's death. Urges Cyrus Louis
Blanchard to accept Christ. Mentions that Mr. O'Brien disappeared.
Mentions that she is reading a biography of John Vine Hall.
2087. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Gerritt
Smith]. Wheaton, IL; February 11, 1871. 2 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Writes about an Executive Committee meeting of the NCA and mentions that
the next convention is to be held in Worcester or Syracuse. Writes about
the Wheaton College building and Smith's work in the "anti dram shop"
movement. Writes that he is not in favor of calling his movement "anti,"
saying that "we are the regular line, and the devil's men are the
'anti's'." Says that he will add opposition to the dramshop to the NCA
platform. Writes about _The Advance_ and the anti-secret movement.
2088. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Gerritt
Smith]. Chicago, IL; February 21, 1871. 2 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Writes that Prof. Sweet's speech is ready for print. Writes that the
managers of the AMA are angry at him "for opposing that which makes you
feel gloomy whenever you pass Cavawdagua jail." Mentions that he is
pressing for an NCA meeting at Worcester.
2089. Dunning, Catherine Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
New Haven, CT; February 21, 1871. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family news, keeping boarders, and the spiritual state of
local churches.
2090. McKee, Sarah W. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. St. Louis, MO; February
21, 1871. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Mr. McKee leaving for Nebraska, and family news.
2091. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Gerritt
Smith]. Aurora, IL; February 23, 1871. 2 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Writes that the next NCA convention will be held in Worcester. Mentions
that he was invited to lecture in Farwell Hall in response to a Texas
Attorney who lectured in favor of Freemasonry. Writes about the Wheaton
College building fund and writes of the importance of Wheaton College to
the anti-secret cause.
2092. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; February 23, 1871. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he is invited to speak in Farwell Hall; asks Mary Bent
Blanchard to attend and to ask others to do likewise.
2093. Blanchard, Cyrus Louis (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Julia Blanchard
Fischer]. Peoria, IL; March 2, 1871. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; second page torn off after text.
Writes that he is coming home and wants to surprise the family. Writes
that Jonathan Blanchard will be preaching.
2094. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Gerritt
Smith]. Peoria, IL; March 6, 1871. 2 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Sends a copy of the Chicago _Republican_ containing an account of his
lecture in Farwell Hall. Mentions a national meeting addressed by Senator
Pomeroy. Writes about the Wheaton College building fund, mentioning that
J. P. Williston plans to advance $3000 from his will. Mentions that he
expects to die before Williston. Writes that the NCA national meeting
will be held at Worcester and that he will vote for a temperance
resolution.
2095. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; March 6, 1871. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about fundraising and says that [J.P.] Williston wants the Wheaton
College building started, and that he is willing to advance money.
2096. Dunning, Virginia (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Chicago, IL; March 14, [1871 ?]. 2 p.
Writes that she desires to board with a small, quiet family.
2097. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard and Jonathan Blanchard]. Vineland, NJ; March 15, 1871. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Original filed with Charles A. Blanchard Papers.
Writes about speaking on masonry, religion, and secret temperance orders;
also writes about rumors about himself.
2098. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; March 16, 1871. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family news. Writes that Mr. Stevens' aunt died, leaving
$30,000. Writes that there is little anti-secret society feeling in the
area. Mentions that there is talk of removing the capital from
Springfield to Peoria.
2099. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Otho,
IA; March 17, 1871. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family news. Mentions Jonathan Blanchard's fundraising,
Secret Societies, and lecturing on masonry.
2100. Blanchard, Cyrus Louis (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; March 17, [1871]. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about progress in deportment and writing.
2101. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; March 18, 1871. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about _Christian Cynosure_, Wheaton College, preaching, and
fundraising. Gives instructions for placing an ad in the the local paper.
2102. Dunning, Virginia (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Chicago, IL; March 21, [1871 ?]. 2 p.
Writes that she desires to board with a small, quiet family. Says that
the Blanchard family is too noisy.
2103. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; March 22, 1871. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about various people and Jonathan Blanchard's lecture.
2104. Blake, Orella (Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
n.p.; March 24, 1871. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she is arriving in Wheaton on April 5.
2105. Dunning, Virginia (Niece of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.;
March 25, [1871 ?]. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about teaching school, Wheaton, and about toothache.
2106. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; March 29, 1871 ca. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; letter by Moses Pettengill of March 29, 1871 enclosed.
Writes about Katie and Moses Pettengill.
2107. Pettengill, Moses (Benefactor and Wheaton College Trustee). [Letter to
Jonathan Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; March 29, 1871. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Note by Hannah Bent Tyner Pettengill of March 29, 1871
enclosed.
Writes about arrangements for Jonathan Blanchard to lecture on Secret
Societies.
2108. Johnson, Laura R. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. St. John, N.B.
[Canada]; March 31, 1871. 8 p.
Writes that she read of Jonathan Blanchard and Charles A. Blanchard's
efforts in the anti-secret cause. Mentions a "dastardly attempt on the
life of Prof. Baker." Writes about Wheaton College, mentioning the
Students' Tuesday Evening Prayer Meetings. Writes about the prevalence of
Freemasonry.
2109. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Worchester, MA; April 1, 1871. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Original filed with Charles A. Blanchard Papers.
Sends $25.00 to buy gifts.
2110. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Otho,
IA; April 6, 1871. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Charles A. Blanchard almost being mobbed, _Christian
Cynosure_, money, endowment and building funds, and the masonic influence
in _The Advance_.
2111. Jones, Sarah Feemster (Wheaton College Class of 1870). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Liber, IN; April 6, 1871. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Mrs. Christie, Mr. Jones, Miss Grant, Miss Stearns, Minnie
[Stearns?], and teaching.
2112. Bolander, Lydia Hulett (Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Cedar Creek, IA; April 7/8, 1871. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Sister Eva, Ernest, Julia Blanchard Fischer, and teaching.
2113. Kellogg, Nora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; April 7, 1871. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about local news and people, _Christian Cynosure_, and callers at
the house.
2114. Gulliver, Jonathan P. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. n.p.; April 11,
1871. 1 p.
Writes that he injured himself and will be unable to meet Jonathan
Blanchard.
2115. Farrar, Laura Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; April 20/21, 1871. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about various people.
2116. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chelsea, MA; April 24, 1871. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Original filed with Charles A. Blanchard Papers.
Writes that he lectured on History of Masonry in Granite Hall, and bought
a set of lodge clothes.
2117. Wells, E. T. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Denver, CO; April 27, 1871.
1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes and thanks for the "kind exhortations," mentions a "new community,
" and his judicial position.
2118. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. On board the "Illinois" bound for St. Louis; May 1, 1871. 3
p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family and local news. Mentions a few ladies on board the
boat, moving the state capitol, and their stop at Beardstown.
2119. Tynan, Mary E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Seward, IL; May 1, 1871. 4
p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about teaching school and asks Mary Bent Blanchard how to compute
grades. Shares her family's reaction to her Christianity.
2120. Kennedy, Sonora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; May 8, 1871. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family members and apologizes for causing Mary Bent
Blanchard "sorrow and pain".
2121. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; May 17, 1871. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family news, Jonathan Blanchard's address on "God in the
Constitution," and summer hats.
2122. Bent, George P. (Nephew of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Chicago, IL; May 22, 1871. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; written on David C. Cook letterhead.
Writes about going to Mr. Holyoke's church and hearing an extemporaneous
sermon by a Baptist minister.
2123. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Palos, IL; May 22, [1871]. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that Cyrus Louis Blanchard is to battle potato bugs. Writes about
Freemasons. Gives farm instructions for Higginson.
2124. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Cyrus Louis
Blanchard]. n.p.; May 24, 1871. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; letter included by Jonathan Blanchard of May 24, 1871
enclosed.
Writes about preaching on Secret Societies. Gives farm instructions
concerning the calf and potato bugs.2125. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of
Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Moline, IL; May 24, 1871. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Letter by Jonathan Blanchard of May 24, 1871 enclosed.
Writes about fundraising for the Wheaton College building and asks Mary
Bent Blanchard to send Charles A. Blanchard's printing press to Rex P.
Hurless.
2126. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Worcester, MA; May 27, 1871. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Original filed with Charles A. Blanchard Papers; part of last
page is torn off, affecting the text.
Writes about Jonathan Blanchard's health, Wheaton College, speaking on
temperance, and a convention [NCA ?]. Mentions being troubled with
indigestion.
2127. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; May 30, 1871. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about local and family news. Writes about the the G.A.R.,
Catherine Blanchard Stoddard's adopted child, and the death of Mary
Swift. Mentions that Judge [Swift] is feeble. Says that the minister is
a delegate to Lutheran Presbyterian Convention. Mentions drought, and
the Darwinian Theory.
2128. Blanchard, Cyrus Louis; Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Son of JB and MAB and
Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; June [5/6,
1871]. 4 p.
Cyrus Louis Blanchard writes about beekeeping and livestock and mentions
that the hens and turkeys are hatching. Mary Bent Blanchard writes that
she hopes Charles A. Blanchard will visit Maria Bent Nichols and mentions
that Edward Nichols is to graduate from a polytechnic institution.
2129. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; June 10, 1871. 2 p.
Writes that he spoke "in the large hall." Mentions that Charles A.
Blanchard is to preach for Henry T. Cheever. Mentions that J. P.
Williston's church "is in a miserable state." Writes that the meeting at
Worcester was "great and glorious." Mentions the annual trustee meeting
and the Wheaton College building fund.
2130. Bolander, Lydia Hulett. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Calhoun, IA; June
14, 1871. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Sister Eva, Miss Johnson, Miss Jennie D., and about her
Sunday School work.
2131. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Vineland, NJ; June 15, 1871. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Original filed with Charles A. Blanchard Papers.
Writes about his travel plans, health, and speaking in Ohio.
2132. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; June 19, 1871 [ca.]. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Original filed with Charles A. Blanchard Papers.
Writes about speaking in Vineland.2133. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB
and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Bailey Hollow, PA; June 24, 1871. 4 p.
Note: Photocopy; Original filed with the Charles A. Blanchard Papers.
Writes about his travels in Pennsylvania, mentioning that he did not see
Jonathan Blanchard. Writes that he thinks Bethleham, PA the most
beautiful town he has seen. Mentions that he thinks that if Jonathan
Blanchard's strength fails, Wheaton College would loose its Christian
character. Mentions that though Jonathan Blanchard had requested him to
work at Wheaton College, he says that he and Jonathan Blanchard "never
have worked pleasantly together." Mentions that Jonathan Blanchard stands
for his convictions "as no other man I know.".
2134. Jones, Sarah Feemster (Wheaton College Class of 1870). [Letter to Nora
Blanchard Kellogg and Mary Bent Blanchard]. College Corner, IN; June 28,
1871. 4 p.
Writes about Wheaton College commencement and her preparations to attend
the Association meeting. Mentions that the railroad is to come to
Poetland soon. Sends $5 for Minnie Stearns.
2135. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; June 30, 1871. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family and local news. Mentions her southern trip, and Dr.
Post's preaching and cataract operation.
2136. ? [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Lake Forest, IL; July 10, 1871. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; fragment.
Writes discourse on "Except a corn of wheat fall into the ground and
die... ." Writes about faith, reliance, and weakness.
2137. Wiles, W. W. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Des Moines, IA; July 12,
1871. 4 p.
Writes that he heard that Haven returned to Chicago Seminary and comments
on Haven's adulterous conduct. Mentions that he follows Jonathan
Blanchard's career through _The Anti-Masonic Crusade_. Writes that he
pastored a church in Nebraska, and is now in Iowa. Writes about
Freemasons in the area and in the church.
2138. Kennedy, Sonora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; July 27, 1871. 2 p.
Writes about reading proof and mentions that Mary Bent Blanchard plans to
visit.
2139. Reade, Harriet A. M. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Geneva, WI; July 30,
1871. 4 p.
Writes that she feels herself inadequate for the job of Wheaton College
Lady Principal, though she would like to teach at the college. Asks for a
Wheaton College catalog.
2140. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Cyrus Louis
Blanchard]. n.p.; ca. August, 1871. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; letter by Geraldine Blanchard Fischer of [ca. August, 1871]
enclosed.
Writes about the Wheaton College building, Mr. Higginson, and Charles A.
Blanchard.2141. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Geraldine
Blanchard
Fischer]. n.p.; ca. August, 1871. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; sent with a letter to Cyrus Louis Blanchard [ca. Aug., 1871].
Writes about local people. Mentions going out on a lake and that she was
sick.
2142. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Cyrus Louis
Blanchard]. Banyonia, MI; August 4, 1871. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about fishing with Mary Bent Blanchard, the local town and
surrounding forest. In a note to Mr. Higginson he says that Cy must not
be disrespectful to him.
2143. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Nora Blanchard Kellogg
and Cyrus Louis Blanchard]; August 4, 1871. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about a prayer meeting, sailing on the lake, and travel plans.
2144. Kellogg, Nora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; August 4, 1871. 2 p.
Writes that the harvesting is nearly finished. Mentions that she attended
a social at Mr. Hart's and the wedding of Walter Hart. Writes about the
work on the tower of the Wheaton College building. Writes that a copy of
_Chronicle and Herald_ of Elmwood arrived for Jonathan Blanchard
containing an account of the resignation of W. J. Pierce.
2145. Turner, Mrs. E. B. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Hannibal, MO; August
11, 1871. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about a young black man, James Braxton, who wishes to attend
college.
2146. Kellogg, Nora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; August 13, 1871. 1 p.
Writes that Jonathan Blanchard is to write about the Wheaton College
building. Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to look for poplin and asks for Maria
Blanchard Cook's advice on drawers.
2147. Baird, Annie (Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
LaMoille, IL; August 18, 1871. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Mr. Lightbody's death, housekeeping, teaching school, and
her father's purchase of land in Kansas. Asks if a new church has begun.
2148. Kennedy, Sonora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; August 21, 1871. 2 p.
Writes that Maria Blanchard Cook wants old calico for a quilt. Writes
that she wishes to "go through the course." Writes of plans to attend a
sociable.
2149. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; August 23, 1871. 1 p.
Writes that Jonathan Blanchard visited and that she is thinking of coming
to Wheaton while her new house is being built. Sends shirt cuffs.
Writes of J. P. Stoddard and the National Association movement.2150.
Zaraphonithes, A. D. (Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Great Barrington, MA; August 24, 1871. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Mr. Webster's little girl, and housing arrangements for his
return to Wheaton College. Mentions a mason who died.
2151. Shepherd, Stella (Mother of Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Granville, IL; August 25, 1871. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about housing arrangements Campbell [Shepherd] and the Wheaton
College building.
2152. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Otho,
IA; August 29, 1871. 2 p.
Writes that he is sending George [P. Bent] to Wheaton and wishes him to
work for half board.
2153. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; August 29, 1871. 1 p.
Writes that Nora Blanchard Kellogg is coming to Chicago and Maria
Blanchard Cook wishes she would bring Julia Blanchard Fischer. Writes
that she bought alcohol instead of brandy for the nut galls.
2154. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; August 29, 1871. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Blanchard [Pettengill]'s Eastern trip. Writes of people who
were married. Mentions that Dr. Walker, and Mr. Millner wrote to
Blanchard Pettengill about teaching writing at Wheaton College.
2155. Van Lennep, Emily A. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Great Barrington,
MA; August 30, 1871. 4 p.
Writes that [A. D. Zaraphonithes] visited and mentions his being outcast
by his own people. Sends _The Missionary Link_ by the Organization of the
Women's Union Missionary Society and mentions two teachers in Smyrna who
are supported by this organization.
2156. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Herman A. Fischer].
Wheaton, IL; September 1, 1871. 2 p.
Writes that she is not indifferent to Julia Blanchard Fischer's welfare.
Mentions Herman A. Fischer's confidence-inspiring conduct and says that
she is glad he prays.
2157. Abnee, George A. ? [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Pittsburgh, PA;
September 6, 1871. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Wrote "The Evils of Life." Writes about his prison ministry and sends
pamphlets.
2158. Dunning, Virginia (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
n.p.; September 6/12, [1871]. 4 p.
Writes about the noise. Mentions that an attempt to make brown pudding
failed. Mentions that Mrs. Benni she wrote a letter about Avery
genealogy.
2159. Jones, Sarah Feemster (Wheaton College Class of 1870). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. College Corner, IN; September 6, 1871. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about acquaintances and the opening of school.
2160. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Barrington, IL; September 11, 1871. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about having preached. Writes about McClure--"a miser and a
Methodist and so good for nothing." Mentions Wheaton people and family
members.
2161. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; September 16, 1871. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about a subscription for Wheaton College, and having bought 25
pounds of oatmeal for $1.00.
2162. Ferguson, Harriet (Wheaton College Class of 1871). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Liber, IN; September 16, 1871. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family members and acquaintances. Sends money to pay Mr.
Curtis.
2163. Farrar, Laura Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Escanaba?, [MI?]; September 22/25, 1871. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the Wheaton College Building. Writes about the town and
mentions that Mr. Tyler preached,.
2164. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; September 26, 1871. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about local and family news, mentioning that Antoinette Dunning
Anderson had a son. Mentions that Mr. Stevens' preached and that she
"got up a barrel" for the Tougaloo Institute.
2165. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; September 27, 1871. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family news, mentioning that Edward [Nichols] is to teach
chemistry.
2166. Cook, Ezra Asher (Husband of MEC). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Chicago, IL; September 28, 1871. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about their new baby, [Mary Amelia].
2167. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Williston Stearns].
Wheaton, IL; October, 1871. 4 p.
Writes about his studies, encouraging him to conquer his bad habits.
Mentions working her way through college. Mentions studying music.
2168. Kimball, Carrie W. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; Oct 2, 1871 ? 4
p.
Note: RPFC.
Has abandoned idea of running a boarding house and is considering
hospital work.
2169. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; October 6, 1871. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the new baby, and a cure for ague.
2170. Gibbs, Mrs. O. C. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; October 9,
1871. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about acquaintances.
2171. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; October 11, 1871. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the Chicago fire.
2172. Bailey, Celestia A.; Townsley, Frances E.; Whiting, Julia E. (Members of
the Aelioian Literary Society of Wheaton College). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; October 16, 1871. 1 p.
Note: Includes Jonathan Blanchard's reply.
Send $15.00 on behalf of the Aelioian Society and express sympathy for
Jonathan Blanchard's "recent loss" [_Christian Cynosure_ offices in Chicago
Fire?].
2173. Baird, Annie. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. LaMoille, IL; October 16,
1871. 4 p.
Writes that she wishes to return to Wheaton College and that her father
agrees. Writes that she wishes to board with the Blanchards. Writes
that her family is to move to Laramie City. Writes about the Chicago
Fire.
2174. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to "Dear and
Precious Children" [Aelioian Society]]; [ca. October 16, 1871]. 3 p.
Note: Written on letter from the Aelioian Literary Society of October 16,
1871.
Wriites that he planned to have a committee appointed to raise money to
issue a _Christian Cynosure_ to "let them know we are not dead." Accepts
the $15.00 from the Aelioian Society and gives it back as a gift, telling
them to buy books with the money.
2175. Jean? D. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; October 19, [1871].
2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the Chicago fire.
2176. McKee, Sarah W. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Big Woods, [ ]; October
21, 1871. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Mr. McKee and Geraldine Blanchard Fischer. Asks Mary Bent
Blanchard and Jonathan Blanchard to visit.
2177. Andrews, Mrs. L. C. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Waupum, WI; October
[23], 1871. 1 p.
Writes about the Chicago Fire and asks about Ezra A. Cook and Philo
Carpenter.
2178. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; October 24, 1871. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family members, sending relief material to Chicago and
Michigan, and Forest Fires in NY.
2179. Farrar, Laura Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Hahn? College; November, 1871. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; torn.
Writes about college life, the Chicago fire, and mentions that Mrs.
Griswold gave birth.
2180. Baird, Annie (Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
LaMoille, IL; November 6, 1871. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she wants to return to Wheaton College and board with the
Blanchards. Writes about her family going west.
2181. Newton, Maria L. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Portsmouth, OH; November
11, 1871. 2 p.
Writes to Jonathan Blanchard as the pastor who performed their wedding
ceremony thirty years ago.
2182. Holt, Kate Blanchard (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Troy; November 12, 1871. 3 p.
Writes that she wishes to hear news of her father. Writes about the
Chicago Fire. Writes that she got married and had a son named Joel S.
Holt.
2183. Fischer, Herman Augustus (Wheaton College Class of 1870). [Letter to
Charles A. Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; November 14, 1871. 5 p.
Note: Photocopy; Original filed with the Fischer Papers.
Writes that Charles A. Blanchard plans to take a position on the Wheaton
College faculty and mentions that he once thought Charles A. Blanchard
too "proud and self-important" for such a position. Mentions that he
desires to travel in Europe and asks if Charles A. Blanchard would suceed
him as Principal. Mentions that Charles A. Blanchard allowed him to read
some of his love letters. Relates a conversation between himself and
Jonathan Blanchard concerning his courting of Julia Blanchard Fischer.
Asks Charles A. Blanchard's opinion of his courting Julia Blanchard
Fischer.
2184. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Genesco, IL; November 16, 1871. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Anti-Masonry, _Christian Cynosure_, travel plans. Writes that
he plans to preach to ministers.
2185. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; November 18, 1871. 3 p.
Thanks Mary Bent Blanchard for a bag of things. Declines an invitation
to Thanksgiving in Wheaton. Mentions Jonathan Blanchard's advice to
"hold every five cent piece until it squealed." Writes that Mr. Harrison
is no longer their pastor.
2186. Baird, Annie. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. LaMoille, IL; November 29,
1871. 3 p.
Writes about boarding arrangements and says that she may visit.
2187. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; November 29, 1871. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about relief sent to a Chicagoan, the Chicago fire, and family
members.
2188. Sumner, Mrs. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; December 2,
1871. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she stuffed birds for sale. Writes about Knox College,
relief for Chicago fire victims and others, and three churches without
pastors.
2189. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Creston, IA; December 6, 1871. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he preached to ministers.
2190. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; December 6, 1871. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family news. Mentions the Chicago fire, and _Christian
Cynosure_.
2191. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; December 9, 1871. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Offers to take Julia Blanchard Fischer in to work in her house, saying
that "it is very fashionable for one to go and stay with a married
sister." Mentions the _Christian Cynosure_ subscriber list and the Chicago
fire.
2192. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Wyanet, IL; December 12, 1871. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about various people, _Christian Cynosure_, negroes, and the Wheaton
College building.
2193. Atwood, S. P. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. DeKalb, IL; December 14,
1871. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Says that Jonathan Blanchard is to preach for him. Gives directions to
his home.
2194. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Bureau, IL; December 16, 1871. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about having lectured, and says that he is to preach. Says he
remembers hiding apples for Mary Bent Blanchard 28 years ago.
2195. Crane, L. Frances. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Potosi; December 18,
1871. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Accepts a position as arranged by Mary Bent Blanchard.
2196. Gibbs, Mrs. O. C. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Downers Grove, IL;
December 21, 1871. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about a young widow who wishes to attend college, the Chicago
fire, and trying to find places for six girls.
2197. Bent, George P. (Nephew of MAB and JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Peoria, IL; December 23, 1871. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family members.
2198. Newton, Maria L. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard].
Portsmouth, OH; December 27, 1871. 6 p.
Writes of the friends of her youth. Writes that her father "sufered
terably" for his antislavery principals. Wrties that her sister died in
St. Louis and her brother went among the Indians and hasn't been heard
from for 16 years. Writes about her children and about Mr. Boynton, "a
pleasant man and a good speaker.".
2199. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; [ca. 1872]. 10 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about her parents, a suitor named George Lowe, and her spiritual
journey.
2200. Crane, L. Frances. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Potosi; January 1,
1872. 3 p.
Writes that she was prevented from entering Wheaton College by an
accident in which she sprained her ankle.
2201. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; January 2, 1872. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about entertainment at College, and mentions having witnessed a
surgical operation.
2202. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Charles G.
Finney]. Wheaton, IL; January 6, 1872. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Photocopy.
Writes about articles to be published, his preaching, Secret Societies,
his plans for future speeches and travels, and barring Masons from
communion.
2203. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Charles G.
Finney]. Wheaton, IL; January 6, 1872. 2 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Tells Finney to use his judgement as to whether the articles shall first
appear in _The News_ or _Christian Cynosure_. Writes about his eastern trip
and about preaching. Writes that he believes that he "understood the
prime-promoters of that council and the use they would make of it better
than the Oberlin brethren could possibly do." Writes that he is a
moderate man compared with the Masons and writes about anti-secretism.
Writes that he is to speak at the next [NCA] anniversary at Oberlin on
Secret Societies but will not mention the council.
2204. Feemster, Robert M. D. (Home Missionary). [Letter to "Much Esteemed
Friend"]. Jackson, MS; January 9, 1872. 4 p.
Note: written on Mississippi State House of Representatives letterhead.
Writes about his family, his church, and about Negroes in the church.
Writes about Wheaton College's moral influence. Writes about politics
and says, "we beat the Democracy." Writes about the Ku Klux Klan and the
Democratic Party, and about a "Ku Klux" bill in Congress. Writes about
dancing at the boarding house.
2205. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Milford, OH; January 12, 1872. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Original is Filed with the Charles A. Blanchard Papers.
Writes about Jonathan Blanchard and Wheaton College. Writes that the
lodge at Glenwood is dead.
2206. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Morrison, IL; January 14, 1872. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Sends fruits and vegetables. Writes about the Masonic influence in
Morrison and teaching situations.
2207. Jones, Sarah Feemster. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Liber, IN; January
16, 1872. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Charles A. Blanchard, Miss Stearns, and a new baby.
2208. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; January 26, 1872. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about sending money to purchase books.
2209. Bartlett, J. P. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Blackberry, IL; February
3, 1872. 2 p.
Writes of desire for Charles A. Blanchard to lecture when there is a good
moon. Writes that Elder Langdon was dismissed for being a "barefaced
Mason" and that Elder Thomas is an anti-mason. Writes about Secret
Societies.
2210. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard];
February 4, 1872. 2 p.
Writes that Williston [Stearns] is sick from a vaccination. Writes about
boarding arrangements with Mrs. R. Writes about working for a revival in
area churches and about Masons in the churches. Writes about "Sister
Mary" and her daughter, Grace. Writes that she thinks she can get Minnie
[Stearns] a teaching position.
Oversized.
2211. Fischer, Herman Augustus (Husband-to-be of JWF). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; February 6, 1872. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Sends apology and explanation for attending a reading circle with Julia
Blanchard Fischer. Writes about his courting of Julia Blanchard Fischer.
2212. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to [Catherine Bent
Dunning]]. Wheaton, IL; February 7/13, 1872. 4 p.
Writes about sick boarders and mentions boarding an invalid lady. Writes
that Charles A. Blanchard is lecturing and that she invited him to teach
at Wheaton College. Writes that Nora Blanchard Kellogg is to graduate
and that Julia Blanchard Fischer is in the Wheaton College classical
course. Writes that Cyrus Louis Blanchard is in Wheaton College prep.
department and that J. P. Stoddard is lecturing. Write that Catherine
Blanchard Stoddard and her daughters are visiting. Writes that the
Stoddard house is being renovated. Writes about Maria Blanchard Cook's
baby, Mary Amelia. Writes that Ezra A. Cook is back in business and that
his house didn't burn in the Chicago Fire. Writes about Joseph Avery
Bent going to Kansas and about Jonathan Blanchard travelling on College
business. Writes about the death of [J. P.] Williston and about extra
prayer meetings.
2213. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Plano, IL; February 12, 1872. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Original filed with Charles A. Blanchard Papers.
Writes about a meeting in a Methodist Church and his plans to speak.
2214. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Cyrus
Louis Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; February 13/14, 1872. 4 p.
Sends money for yardage. Asks about train schedules and says that the
bitter cold prevents visits. Writes that she had a tooth filled. Writes
that she is reading the memoirs of Elijah P. Lovejoy.
2215. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Sandwich, IL; February 14, 1872. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Collected $20.00 for the college. Writes that he bought brick.
2216. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Aurora, IL; February 14, 1872. 4 p.
Writes about buying eaves spouts. Writes that he paid for a stove and
hopes to buy brick. Writes that he hopes the beasts will not suffer "nor
the barn set on fire." Writes that Mr. Boles is to fix a lantern.
Writes about Mrs. Cheney's poultry husbandry and about preaching. Asks
Mary Bent Blanchard to send him pages from Mr. Mack's roll book.
2217. Whipple, G[eorge]. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. New York, NY; February
15, 1872. 3 p.
Writes of the needs of Southern Missions and asks Jonathan Blanchard to
recommend men.
2218. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; February 19, 1872. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about his health, and having preached. Writes that Richard
Whiting gave Jonathan Blanchard a pedigreed calf, that Mr. Douglass
donated "creatures" to the college, and that he collected money for
Wheaton College.
2219. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; February 21, 1872. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Catherine Bent Dunning and Edward Dunning's monetary
trouble, small pox vaccination, a week of prayer, the death of [J.P.
Williston], local and family news.
2220. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; February 22, 1872. 4 p.
Writes about his plans and about both Jefferson College and South Hanover
College. Writes of writing for _Christian Cynosure_ and about being asked
by Rev. Mr. Taylor to preach on Secret Societies. Writes about Rev.
Jonathan Edwards, the pastor of First Presbyterian Church in Peoria, and
his feelings on Secret Societies. Writes of his anxiety about Catherine
Blanchard Stoddard.
2221. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Albany, MS; February 23, 1872. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Original filed with Charles A. Blanchard Papers.
Writes that he spoke, that he is to hold meetings and form a society.
Writes about Jonathan Blanchard, collecting for Wheaton College, and
Gulliver.
2222. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; February 23, 1872. 3 p.
Note: torn.
Sends fabric and writes about a visit from Catherine Blanchard Stoddard.
Writes about smallpox.
2223. Edwards, S. H. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; February 26, 1872. 1
p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Miss Baird.
2224. Miller, A. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; February 29,
1872. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about a girl coming to Wheaton, and orphaned children who are in
need of a home.
2225. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to
Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; March, 1872. 2 p.
Writes of a housewarming of an Irish Catholic woman. Writes of her
return home and about hired colored people.
2226. Phelps, J. W. (Civil War General and Anti-Secretist). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; March 1, 1872. 1 p.
Note: With March 5, 1872 letter from Jonathan Blanchard to Philo
Carpenter.
Writes that Gen. Howard will aid a church which excludes Freemasons.
2227. Tynan, Mary E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Plattville, IL; March 1,
1872. 2 p.
Sends embroidery for Geraldine Blanchard Fischer and writes that she is
to visit Wheaton.2228. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College).
[Letter to Philo
Carpenter]. Chicago, IL; March 5, 1872. 3 p.
Note: Written with March 1, 1872 letter from J. W. Phelps to Jonathan
Blanchard.
Writes that he thinks they should let Feemster go the the AMA and seek to
"detach that organization from the Lodge." Sends [George] Whipple's
"cautious noncommittal" letter. Writes that he thinks it will be
difficult to support a missionary whose church excludes Masons. Writes
about the Wheaton College building. Writes that Mr. Hart "has done a
good deal for an old man " by lecturing. Writes about Prof. Cross of
Oberlin and about _The Advance_.
2229. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; March 8, 1872. 2 p.
Writes about the places he visited. Writes about fundraising for Wheaton
College and says that Judge Tilson read a form of a deed giving 80 acres
to Jonathan Blanchard's professorship and donated $25. Writes that
[Philo] Carpenter paid his subcription. Writes that they are out of debt
on a building fund. Writes that Cyrus Louis Blanchard is to get a Durham
heifer form Lisle.
2230. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Monroe, WI; March 18, 1872. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Original files with the Charles A. Blanchard Papers.
Writes about Mr. McLeod is circulating mean stories about Jonathan
Blanchard, the Masons, and lectures.
2231. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Otho,
IA; March 19, 1872. 2 p.
Sends money for George [P. Bent's] board and asks about his health.
Writes of receiving a donation. Writes about new church members and
about preaching near coal mines where they had none before.
2232. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Otho,
IA; March 29, 1872. 2 p.
Sends money for George [P. Bents's] board.
2233. McKee, Sarah W. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; March 29, 1872. 3
p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about local acquaintances, and pasturing the stock.
2234. Ferguson, Harriet (Wheaton College Class of 1871). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Liber, IN; April 2, 1872. 2 p.
Writes about teaching school and reviving a prayer meeting. Writes that
she is paying debts to Laura and Minnie Stearns.
2235. Morgan, Royal T. (Wheaton College Class of 1874). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Fountaindale, IL; April 2, 1872. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Says that Philander Scott wants information on board and wants to attend
Wheaton College.
2236. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; April 5, 1872 [?]. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Is pleading for an artesian well by Wheaton College. Writes about a
meeting at Clintonville.
2237. Fisher, Carrie. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. St. Louis, MO; April 17,
1872. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Mr. and Mrs. Bereman who are thinking of sending their
daughter Maud to Wheaton College.
2238. Law, G. M. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Aledo, IL; April 18, 1872. 2 p.
Asks for information about a job in a marble shop and asks about Wheaton
College and boarding.
2239. Tynan, Mary E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Morris, IL; April 22,
1872. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about her personal lack of faith.
2240. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Palos, IL; April 23, 1872. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about his ill health and travel plans. Mentions having spoken and
writes of Wheaton College business.
2241. Bent, Mary P. (Sister-in-Law of JB and MAB). [Letter to [Mary Bent
Blanchard]]. Otho, IA; April 29, 1872. 2 p.
Writes about George [P. Bent's] health. Writes that "Sister Sarah's
Minnie" is to spend the summer. Writes about church meetings and new
church members.
2242. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; April 29, 1872. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family news and mentions that she sent a box of items.
Mentions _Christian Cynosure_, the Chicago fire, and the church club.
Writes about Jonathan Blanchard and an Anti-Slavery speech prior to their
marriage, and a Masonic funeral.
2243. Buchanan, John S. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; May 1,
1872. 2 p.
Asks for particulars about Adams property.
2244. Farrar, Laura Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; May 3, 1872. 4 p.
Writes that she needs money. Writes about a fearful dust in Chicago.
Writes about Nora Blanchard Kellogg going to California to teach and
about the patients in the hospital.
2245. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to
Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; May 7, 1872. 1 p.
Thanks Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard for a package.
2246. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Morrison, IL; May 14/17, 1872. 2 p.
Sends a poem from her papers. Writes that Miss Ellingham died of
consumption. Mentions that there are many good people in Morrison who
won't read _Christian Cynosure_. Writes of Williston [Stearns] catching a
5-lb fish. Writes that [Philo] Carpenter was nominated for President.
Offers to try to get Morrison School for Nora Blanchard Kellogg. Writes
that Mr. Serel thinks Secret Societies are on the wane. Writes that Dr.
Smith married a widow and died a few hours later. Writes about Politics
and about Wheaton College.
Oversized.
2247. Breed, Clara (Former Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. East Paw Paw, IL; May 14, 1872. 4 p.
Writes about her memories of Wheaton and about a statement by Jonathan
Blanchard in chapel that she remembers. Writes about the death of Mrs.
Scott and about her farm responsibilities.
2248. Conant, Elizabeth (Cousin of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Framingham, MA; May 18, 1872. 4 p.
Sends money for _Christian Cynosure_. Mentions the Chicago Fire and visits
in the East. Writes that Fanny is to marry Haren Wiranan. Writes about
her family and says that Mary had a daughter. Writes about Robert
College and writes of reading that Jonathan Blanchard is in favor of
Bible in schools.
2249. Tynan, Mary E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Morris, IL; May 20, 1872.
3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she may come to Wheaton. Writes about returning a book.
2250. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; May 21, 1872. 1 p.
Writes that she does not desire payment for brooms and asks for beans.
2251. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Julia Blanchard
Fischer]. Oberlin, OH; May 22, 1872. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about a meeting in Chicago, the Jubilee Singers, and a meeting at
which Jonathan Blanchard presided. Gives instructions concerning lye.
2252. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Winona, MN; June 1, 1872. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Original filed with Charles A. Blanchard Papers.
Writes about Jonathan Blanchard, the town of Winona and mentions that he
is working on a speech for the alumni.
2253. Greene, Samuel D. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Boston, MA; June 3,
1872. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; letter is torn, affecting text.
Writes about Charles Francis Adams, John Q. Adams, and Adamses who were
and who were not Freemasons. Mentions Mrs. Morgan's biography and
_Christian Cynosure_. Instructions for printing the letter are at the top
of the letter in Jonathan Blanchard's hand.
2254. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; June 10, 1872. 2 p.
Asks how much some brooms and a skirt was. Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to
look into a matter for Laura Stearns. Writes that she plans to come to
Wheaton College Commencement.
2255. Cruzan, J. A. [Letter to J. B. T. Marsh]. n.p.; June 11, 1872. 1 p.
Requests that Mary Bent Blanchard's essay "The Sabbath" be printed in _The
Advance_. Accompanied by a letter of rejection.
2256. Cruzan, J. A. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. St. Charles, IL; June 15,
1872. 1 p.
Sends certificate of vote for _The Advance_.
2257. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to
Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard, et al]. Byron, IL; June 15,
1872. 2 p.
Writes that Mr. and Mrs. Hart visited. Writes about an article by
Jonathan Blanchard in _Christian Cynosure_ and writes that she will not be
able to attend Wheaton College commencement.
2258. Farrar, Laura Stearns; Cook, Minnie Stearns (Nieces of JB and MAB).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard/Mrs. Knowlton]. Chicago, IL; June 18,
1872. 2 p.
Note: Includes letter to Mrs. Knowlton written June 28, 1872.
Write that they are thinking of coming to Wheaton, bringing jars and
dishes. Ask for a team to meet them and for a place to stay. Write to
Mrs. Knowlton that they plan to be in Wheaton for Commencement.
2259. Tynan, Mary E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Morris, IL; June 19, 1872.
3 pp.
Writes that she is unable to visit Wheaton and that her parents are in
Dakota.
2260. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; June 21, 1872. 3 p.
Writes about the health of Blanchard T. Pettengill. Writes that she is
considering an excursion to California and that she will be unable to
attend Wheaton College Commencement.
2261. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Morrison, IL; June 23, 1872. 1 p.
Writes that she wants Charles A. Blanchard to lecture and writes about
arrangements for Charles A. Blanchard to do so. Writes that she believes
that the Anti-secret climate is strong.
2262. Tousley, H. G. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; June 26,
[1872]. 1 p.
Sends flowers for [Nora Blanchard Kellogg's] graduation.
2263. Baird, Annie (Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
LaMoille, IL; July 1, 1872. 3 p.
Writes that she arrived home sans trunks. Gives her future plans.
Writes that she heard Mrs. DeGur lecture on temperance, but was not
enraptured.2264. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard].
Morrison, IL; July 4, 1872. 2 p.
Writes that she did not receive tracts or _Christian Cynosure_. Writes
that she thinks Williston Stearns should go to Wheaton in order to take
him away from the "poisenous [sic] influences" of Morrison. Ways that
Williston has taken a dislike to her, like Charles A. Blanchard did.
Writes that she wishes Charles A. Blanchard to lecture. Writes about
Freemason ministers and about the marriage of Lydia.
Oversized.
2265. Reade, Harriet A. M. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Dundee, IL; July 4,
1872. 1 p.
Returns a book.
2266. Cook, Minnie Stearns; Farrar, Laura Stearns (Nieces of JB and MAB).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]; [July 7, 1872]. 3 p.
Note: Separate letters from Minnie and Laura Stearns.
Both letters mention various people and Minnie writes that she may return
to Wheaton College.
2267. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Morrison, IL; July 8, 1872. 2 p.
Asks where L[aura] and M[innie Stearns] are. Writes that she wants
Williston Stearns to get a positions at the printing office or at Wheaton
College. Writes that she did not receive _Christian Cynosure_ and mentions
her desire for Charles A. Blanchard to lecture.
Oversized.
2268. Cook, Minnie Stearns; Farrar, Laura Stearns (Nieces of JB and MAB).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; July 10, 1872. 4 p.
Note: Separate letters from Laura and Minnie Stearns.
Minnie asks if Williston Stearns could board with Mary Bent Blanchard and
writes about his education. Laura Stearns writes that there are hard
feelings between Selima Blanchard Allen and Willie and gives her opinion
of the matter. Writes of SA's strong words for her.
2269. Derwent, T. J. ([Manufacturer]). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Rockford, IL; July 22, 1872. 1 p.
Gives window prices and specifications for Wheaton College buildings.
2270. Stratton, L. N. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Syracuse, NY; July 23,
1872. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Thanks Mary Bent Blanchard for a column that is to be printed.
2271. Cook, Minnie Stearns; Farrar, Laura Stearns (Nieces of JB and MAB).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; July 25, 1872. 4 p.
Note: Separate letters from Laura and Minnie Stearns.
Minnie writes in response to Mary Bent Blanchard's letter about Williston
Stearns and says that he was offered a situation. Writes about her
thoughts on returning to Wheaton College and says that she gave 25 cents
to a beggar. Laura Stearns writes of watching a baby with a brain
disorder. Writes that Willie was offered a job in a printing office.
Writes about Church meetings and Bible instruction.
2272. Gibbs, Florella. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Downers Grove, IL; July
25, 1872. 2 pp.
Thanks Mary Bent Blanchard and Jonathan Blanchard for their kindness to
needy students and recommends Miss Smith.
2273. Cook, Maria Blanchard; Cook, Ezra Asher (Daughter and Son-in-Law of JB and
MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; [July] 29, 1872. 2 p.
Note: Separate letters from Ezra A. Cook and Maria Blanchard Cook.
Maria Blanchard Cook writes of expecting a full house and wanting Julia
Blanchard Fischer to come help. Ezra A. Cook writes that he is sending
note paper via Henry L. Kellogg.
2274. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; July 30, [1872]. 2 p.
Writes about various people and mentions that Mary Bent Blanchard and
Mrs. Gibbs had Miss Smith's mission "under consideration.".
2275. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; August, 1872. 3 p.
Writes of her travels in California and writes about boarding
arrangements for Blanchard T. Pettengill.
2276. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to
Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; August 1, 1872. 1
p.
Writes that she was invited to a Negro picnic and writes about _Christian
Cynosure_ and Wheaton College.
2277. Bryant, Julia M. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. LaMoille, IL; August 5,
1872. 3 p.
Thanks Mary Bent Blanchard for a photo and sends a photo of Mr. Bryant.
Writes that "Knox College does not seem to prosper as at old since he
[Jonathan Blanchard] left it." Writes that she saw Mr. Wolfe, a portrait
painter. Writes that Mary Gore married.
2278. Baird, Annie (Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
LaMoille, IL; August 8, 1872. 2 p.
Writes that she wants to know when the Wachn's Institute begins and
wishes to board with Mary Bent Blanchard.
2279. Smith, F. Louise. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; August 9,
1872. 3 pp.
Declines offer of a position at Wheaton College and writes that she
wishes Minnie to attend Wheaton College.
2280. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; August 10, 1872. 4 pp.
Writes that she remembers Jonathan Blanchard riding 20 miles to visit and
speak. Mentions Jonathan Blanchard having a large job, "besides the
presidential campaign." Sends material for _Christian Cynosure_.
2281. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
n.p.; August 13, [1872]. 2 p.
Note: Torn in half.
Writes about selling books and _Christian Cynosure_ subscriptions. Mentions
selling butter to an anti-secretist grocer. Asks for platform tickets and
relates her desire for Jonathan Blanchard or Charles A. Blanchard to
lecture.
2282. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; August 13, 1872. 4 p.
Writes of visiting Middlebury, VT, and of the changes there. Writes that
Edward Dunning has a new project out. Writes that Hannah Bent Tyner
Pettengill is in California. Asks for a yeast recipe. Writes that she
rode on a street car "beside the disgusting Horace Greely." Writes that
she thinks _Christian Cynosure_ ought to be contented with the [U. S.]
Grant-[Henry] Wilson ticket and writes about Politics.
2283. Tynan, Mary E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Aurora, IL; August 15,
1872. 2 p.
Asks if a Dr. Kingsberry operates a shoulder brace factory in Wheaton.
2284. Reade, Harriet A. M. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Carpentersville, IL;
August 16, 1872. 4 p.
Writes of Wheaton College matters. Writes that Mrs. Wayne may wish to
come to Wheaton and board with her son Charlie. Writes about visits to
Hebron and Wisconsin.
2285. Gibbs, Florella. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Downers Grove, IL;
August 17, 1872. 2 p.
Writes that F. Louise Smith declined a position at Wheaton College
because of the low salary and suggests Alice Gibbs for a Wheaton College
position.
2286. Morgan, Royal T. (Wheaton College Class of 1874). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Oregon; August 17, 1872. 3 p.
Asks about boarding arrangements for William Hench, who wishes to return
to Wheaton College. Writes that he is attending a school for teachers.
2287. Grace, Sarah. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; August 19, 1872. 2 p.
Writes that she started a Sunday School.
2288. Jones, Sarah Feemster (Wheaton College Class of 1870). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard and Nora Blanchard Kellogg]. Portland, IN; August 19,
1872. 4 p.
Note: Separate letters to Mary Bent Blanchard and Nora Blanchard Kellogg.
Writes to Mary Bent Blanchard that she visited Wheaton and is thinking of
saving money to send her son to Wheaton College. Mentions that Jonathan
Blanchard performed their wedding ceremony. Writes to Nora Blanchard
Kellogg to ask if she plans to teach white children or "heathen
Chinese.".
2289. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Morrison, IL; August 24, 1872. 2 p.
Writes that William W. Blanchard is unable to come to Wheaton, to her
distress. Writes that she wishes Williston Stearns would read more and
says that [Samuel E. Stearns] is a spiritualist. Writes about Willie's
religious beliefs. Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to burn the letter. Writes
that she failed to receive _Christian Cynosure_. Writes of a "great
inquery for...platform tickets." Writes that she wants Jonathan
Blanchard and Charles A. Blanchard to lecture.
Oversized.
2290. Scott, Emma (Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Mainville, IL; August 26, 1872. 1 p.
Writes that she and Miss Jefferson wish to board in Blanchard House.
2291. Kellogg, Nora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Stockton, CA; August 28, 1872. 4 p.
Note: torn.
Writes of her arrival in California and about various people.
2292. Tynan, Mary E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Aurora, IL; August 28,
1872. 4 p.
Writes that she became ill during the journey home. Writes that she met
a man named Tate on the train who asked about Wheaton. Asks for a copy
of _Christian Cynosure_ with the lecture by Charles A. Blanchard.
2293. Morgan, Royal T. (Wheaton College Class of 1874). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Rockford, IL; August 29, 1872. 3 p.
Writes that Mr. Williams is to send his son to Wheaton College and writes
about boarding arrangements.
2294. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
n.p.; August 30, 1872. 2 p.
Mentions that some men in the grocery store were debating the
Presidential Election. Writes about politics in general. Writes about
[Platform] tickets. Writes that Williston Stearns is to go to Wheaton.
Writes that the Grangers are raging.
2295. Smith, F. Louise. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; September
2, 1872. 6 p.
Thanks Mary Bent Blanchard for her "exertions in Minnie's behalf."
Writes about Minnie's religious background and says that she thinks that
Jonathan Blanchard will consider it remiss in not teaching baptism by
immersion to Minnie. Writes that she has seen Masonic notices and heard
Jonathan Blanchard's name spoken.
2296. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Otho,
IA; September 3, 1872. 2 pp.
Writes that George [P. Bent] is not inclined to continue college. Writes
about politics and says, "Adams is the best man for president.".
2297. Bent, Mary P. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Otho, IA; September 3,
1872. 4 p.
Writes that Minnie is living with them. Writes about her children and
about Hannah Bent Tyner Pettengill and Moses Pettengill in California.
2298. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; September 3, 1872. 4 pp.
Writes about Jonathan Blanchard's visit and mentions kind feelings
between Negro families and hers.
2299. Warren, Jennie. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; September 3,
1872. 2 pp.
Writes about Minnie Marble who is to board with Mary Bent Blanchard.
Sends $10.00 for her tuition and writes about Minnie's wardrobe.
2300. Conant, Elizabeth (Cousin of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Framingham, MA; September 8, 1872. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family news, and mentions that Catherine Forbes' son is a
professor at Robert College.
2301. Stoddard, James Philemon (Husband of CBS). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Byron, IL; September 15, 1872. 2 pp.
Writes that Dr. Blount cured his chill.
2302. Bent, George P. (Nephew of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Otho, IA//Grinnell, IA; September 16/17, 1872. 4 p.
Writes that he is to attend college at Grinnell and writes about the
buildings at Grinnell. Writes that he is to send a violin for Niles
Wheeler. Writes about articles from "Our Western Correspondent" in
_Christian Cynosure_, which he thinks were written by Nora Blanchard
Kellogg.
2303. Tynan, Mary E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Plattville, IL; September
17, 1872. 2 pp.
Writes about a girl who may come to Wheaton College in the future and
writes about boarding arrangements.
2304. Kellogg, Nora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; September 20, 1872. 1 p.
Writes that she wants to hear from Mary Bent Blanchard and Jonathan
Blanchard.
2305. Cruzan, J. A. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. n.p.; ca. September 24,
1872. 1 p.
Writes that a meeting of the Wheaton Ministerial Association was
postponed.
2306. Warner, Jennie M. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; September
24, 1872. 2 pp.
Thanks Mary Bent Blanchard for her offer to Minnie and writes of raising
tuition money.
2307. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Otho,
IA; September 30, 1872. 2 p.
Writes that he is sending a parcel, including a violin. Writes that
George P. Bent is going to College at Grinnell. Writes that he has no
copy of Morgan's book. Writes that there are nearly 30 new church
members.
2308. William Garretson and Co. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; [ca.
October, 1872]. 2 p.
Note: Torn, Fragment.
Writes that they are loking for agents to sell John Bunyan's complete
works.
2309. Warner, Jennie M. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; October 4,
1872. 2 pp.
Writes about a wardrobe for Minnie [Marble] and about tuition money.
2310. M'Clelland, James S. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Oberlin, OH; October
5, 1872. 2 p.
Writes that Charles G. Finney and Prof. Cross plan to vote for [U. S.]
Grant. Writes about Jonathan Blanchard's reply to his letter. Writes
about Politics and about anti-secretism.
2311. Kellogg, Nora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; October 8, 1872. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Maria Blanchard Cook, Jonathan Blanchard, Mamie, Wheaton
College, teaching school, and ill health.
2312. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; October 8, 1872. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about local and family news, housework, and selling a dress to a
woman going to Nebraska. Mentions Jonathan Blanchard's lecturing.
2313. Stoddard, James Philemon (Husband of CBS). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Byron, IL; October 8, 1872. 2 p.
Writes that Catherine Blanchard Stoddard is recovering from an illness.
Writes about writing lectures. Writes that he has been doing housework
and that he got domestic help.
2314. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; October 15, 1872. 1 p.
Writes of the completion of the Wheaton College Tower. Writes that
Jonathan Blanchard's office was furnished. Gives the due date for the
baby. Writes that she is thinking of buying Charles A. Blanchard a
dressing gown.
2315. Weeks, J. W. L. [Letter to Nora Blanchard Kellogg]. Sacramento, CA;
October 18, 1872. 3 p.
Writes that California beefsteak and climate will cure Nora Blanchard
Kellogg's illness. Mentions graduating from Knox College under Jonathan
Blanchard.
2316. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; October 21, 1872. 6 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about local people and family members. Mentions that Owen
[Williams] is lazy, that Mr. Williams is selling his Chicago property,
and a shopping trip to Chicago.
2317. Williston, C. L. (Wife of J. P. Williston). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; October 22, 1872. 3 p.
Gives a donation for Wheaton College. Writes about house guests and
boarding a high school girl.
2318. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; October 23, 1872. 2 p.
Writes that she wishes to buy a dressing gown. Asks Julia Blanchard
Fischer to come. Writes that Mr. Heminway has typhoid. Writes that Ezra
A. Cook is feeling pressured by _Christian Cynosure_ receipts and says that
there are many _Christian Cynosure_ subscription cancellations. Asks Mary
Bent Blanchard how to make the paper more desirable. Writes about Mary
Bent Blanchard's article on the Sabbath question.
2319. Bailey, Celestia A. (Wheaton College Class of 1872). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Tougaloo, MS; October 25, 1872. 4 p.
Writes about the needs of the school [Tougaloo University] such as
clothing and room furnishings.
2320. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Julia Blanchard
Fischer]. n.p.; [October 27, 1872 or November 3, 1872 ?]. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family news and a fire.
2321. Fischer, Julia Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; October 29/30, 1872. 2 p.
Asks to have valise key and gloves sent to her.
2322. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; October 30, 1872. 4 p.
Writes that she is looking for a situation for a housekeeper.
2323. Meserole, C. E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; ca. November
1872. 1 p.
Note: Leter contains a note from Mary Bent Blanchard to Mrs. Curtis.
Writes that she will gladly accept a donation to the foundling's home.
Mary Bent Blanchard's note forwards Meserole's response to the committee.
2324. Meserole, C. E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; ca. November
1872. 2 p.
Sends instructions for shipping a donation to the foundling's home.
2325. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent. [Letter to William Garretson and Co]. Wheaton,
IL; November 1, 1872. 1 p.
Recommends Henry L. Kellogg and Stephen Higginson as agents to sell
Bunyan's complete works.
2326. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; November 1, 1872. 4 p.
Writes that she is sending a parcel. Writes that a horse disease is
prevailing in the area. Writes about Domestic Servants. Writes that
Mrs. Thomas White and Cousin Caroline [White] visited. Writes that
Edward Conant married. Writes that she will be glad when the election is
over. Mentions the election excitement and says, "If Kernon should be
our Governor the Catholics would have a triumph indeed.".
2327. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard and Julia Blanchard Fischer]. n.p.; November 4, 1872. 3 p.
Writes about gifts from relatives and says that Mrs. and Mr. Snyder
visited.
2328. Dunning, Catherine Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
New Haven, CT; November 5, 1872. 4 p.
Writes that she read Mary Bent Blanchard's article on the topic of the
Sabbath. Writes about a new Masonic Temple. Writes that Mr. Caldwell
died, as did Mr. Ladd and Mrs. Slade. Writes that William Slade went to
Europe and left Nancy. Writes that the local college [Yale] is
prosperous and writes about President Porter. Writes about the local
news.
2329. Fischer, Julia Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; November 7, 1872. 3 p.
Writes of the birth of [Julia Elizabeth Cook] and asks what Mary Bent
Blanchard thinks of the name, "Julia Elizabeth" for the baby. Writes
that Catherine Blanchard Stoddard is ill.
2330. Tynan, Mary E. [Letter to Geraldine Blanchard Fischer]. Minooka, IL;
November 7, 1872. 2 p.
Writes that she dreamed of Geraldine Blanchard Fischer.
2331. Tynan, Mary E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Minooka, IL; November 7,
1872. 4 p.
Writes that she received papers, including Mary Bent Blanchard's article
on the Sabbath. Writes of a "sickness" in Morris and about her plans to
teach.
2332. Meserole, C. E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; November 8,
1872. 5 p.
Calls for "aid, counsel and co-operation" with Chicago Foundlings' Home.
Writes of plans to hold a series of dinners to raise funds, and that
supplies were apportioned to the Wheaton Church Society. Writes of an
epidemic among horses.
2333. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; November 9, 1872. 1 p.
Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to see Miss Churchill, and writes that she wants
Miss Churchill or Miss Franzen's friend to come.
2334. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard,
Mary Bent Blanchard, and Minnie Stearns]. Morrison, IL; November 14,
1872. 1 p.
Note: Separate letters to Jonathan Blanchard, Mary Bent Blanchard, and
Minnie Stearns.
Writes to Jonathan Blanchard that she gave anti-secret tracts to Mrs.
Shirk. Writes that she is renting part of her house for $5.00 and that
she will subscribe to _Christian Cynosure_. Writes to Mary Bent Blanchard
that she wishes to know what things of Williston [Stearns'] to send.
Writes to Minnie Stearns to assure her that she is not a "spunge".
Writes, "I rather think you can have William Hulette, but you are as well
without him.".
2335. Bent, Mary P. (Sister-in-Law of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Otho, IA; November 14, 1872. 4 p.
Writes that she visited her dying sister, Hattie, and writes about
sickness in Peoria. Writes that Mr. Bascom preached. Writes that George
P. Bent does not like his situation at Grinell. Mentions "the burning of
Boston.".
2336. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Gerritt
Smith]. Wheaton, IL; November 16, 1872. 2 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Thanks him for donation to Wheaton College building fund for the tower
stairs and thanks him for sending a sermon. Writes about churches and
abolitionism, and churches and anti-secretism.
2337. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Julia Blanchard
Fischer]. Wheaton, IL; November 17, 1872. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family and local news. Mentions a new baby, religious
feeling in Wheaton, and attendance at a missionary meeting in Rockford.
2338. McKee, Sarah W. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; November 18, 1872.
3 p.
Writes that Carrie is afflicted with boils and that there is an epidemic
among the horses. Writes of wishing to sell a farm.
2339. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; November 25, 1872. 2 pp.
Writes that Ezra A. Cook lost the thanksgiving turkey.
2340. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; November 25, 1872. 2 pp.
Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to visit and writes that she wants a capable
girl to assist her.
2341. Kellogg, Nora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; November 25, 1872. 3 p.
Writes about her expenditures. Writes that Mrs. D. M. S. Weeks, wife of
an editor of the Sacramento _Union_ and Knox Graduate of 1854, invited her
to visit.
2342. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; November 25, 1872. 3 pp.
Sends $5.00. Asks about Catherine Blanchard Stoddard and her children.
Writes that she thinks T. T. and Mrs. Woodhull deserve "a berth in the
penitentiary." Writes that her horse escaped the distemper epidemic.
2343. Wells, Julia T. (Galesburg Friend of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; November 27/December 2, [1872]. 3 p.
Writes that she is unable to make a donation. Writes that she fears that
the Boston fires will reduce her income. Writes that she wants a copy of
Charles Finney's book on Freemasonry for a woman in Colorado. Mentions
that Mrs. Hattie Briggs died.
2344. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Byron, Il; December 3, 1872. 2 p.
Writes that she plans to stay with Catherine Blanchard Stoddard. Writes
about the Thanksgiving dinner.
2345. Mc, Sam. [Letter to Ella]. Erie, PA; December 13, 1872. 8 p.
Writes about his frustration over their relationship. Writes about his
love of preaching and his new rooms.
2346. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; December 14, 1872. 3 p.
Writes about her health and says that she has been taking Dr. McNeil's
Pain Exterminator. Writes that Mr. Ridley has ague. Writes about needed
articles.
2347. Curkeet, William. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; December
17, 1872. 1 p.
Writes that he will come to Wheaton to attend Wheaton College.
2348. Kellogg, Nora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Atlanta, CA; December 17, 1872. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about local people and family members. Mentions that Charlie
Stetson is teaching her to shoot and sends seeds.
2349. McKee, Sarah W. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Big Woods, [ ]; December
17, 1872. 2 p.
Writes that she wishes to sell a farm. Asks for Mr. Fischer's address.
2350. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Byron, IL; December 19, 1872. 3 p.
Writes about Catherine Blanchard Stoddard's health. Writes that H. Lon
wrote to her. Writes that she will not marry an irreligious man. Writes
that she hopes Cyrus Louis Blanchard and Geraldine Blanchard Fischer will
give up their "silly flirtations." Writes about Belle Roberts, a former
pupil.
2351. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Fenton; December 20, 1872. 2 p.
Sends money to Williston [Stearns]. Writes that the M. E. Minister is an
anti-mason. Writes that Rev. Smith replaced Bro Millikin. Writes that
Mrs. Linnell bought a wood lot for Mrs. Wells.
2352. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent. [Letter to Maria Blanchard Cook]. Wheaton, IL;
December 24, 1872. 2 pp.
Writes that Anna and her niece are to go to Maria Blanchard Cook as
domestic servants. Gives advice on keeping servants and writes that she
may visit.
2353. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; December 28, 1872. 4 p.
Writes about a fellowship meeting which Mr. Taylor couldn't attend.
Writes about a horse epidemic and about cold weatther. Writes that she
sent a barrel and a box to Tougaloo University. Mention a fire in the
_Christian Cynosure_ office. Writes that Mrs. Waters died.
2354. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to J. E. Roy].
Wheaton, IL; December 30, 1872. 4 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Writes that he preached against Secret Societies in Menomonee, Wisconsin,
and that Rev. Wainwright preached at the same time as he did. Writes
that Albert Pike, a high-ranking Mason, was entertained by the Wisconsin
Lt. Gov. Writes that Mr. Wainwright thinks Masonry is necessary because
the churches are derelict and that he discussed the topic with
Wainwright. Writes that Wainwright is to speak in favor of Oddfellowship
and that he [Jonathan Blanchard] believes that Wainwright is acting as an
emissary of the Lodge.
2355. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to J[oseph] E.
Roy]. Wheaton, IL; December 30, 1872. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Masons and Masonry; says that he believes that the masons
conspired against his preaching about secret societies.
2356. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; [1873 ?]. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about coming to Wheaton, acquaintances, and family members.
2357. Hale, Satie P. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; [ca. 1873]. 2
p.
Sends money.
2358. Hale, Satie P. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; [ca. 1873]. 3 p.
Writes that Walter Hale returned. Invites Jonathan Blanchard and Mary
Bent Blanchard to spend Christmas with them and sends money.
2359. Reed, E. C. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; [1873 ?]. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about a chapel which is being furnished by Wheaton Ladies.
2360. Breed, Clara (Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Waterman, IL; January 1, 1873. 2 p.
Writes about teaching school. Writes that she plans to attend Wheaton
College and writes about boarding arrangements.
2361. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; January 2, 1873. 2 pp.
Writes about her New Year's wishes and writes that a confusion over
hiring a servant needs to be cleared.
2362. Stetson, Mary S. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Atlanta, CA; January 5,
1873. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Nora Blanchard Kellogg's ill health (spinal trouble).
2363. Kellogg, Nora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard]. Atlanta, CA; January 6, 1873. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she was planning not to write for 3-4 weeks. Note to read
Romans 8:28.
2364. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard]; January 7, 1873. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Original filed with Charles A. Blanchard Papers.
Writes about lecturing and fundraising for Wheaton College. Mentions
lecturing on the topic "who killed Mortimer D. Leggett." Mentions
printing notices of his lectures, and that he had cards printed.
2365. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Mrs. Hale]. Wheaton,
IL; January 8, 1873. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Walter - including his tuition, fees, and board, Cyrus Louis
Blanchard, Geraldine Blanchard Fischer, and New Year's gifts.
2366. Wells, Julia T. (Friend of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Galesburg, IL; January 8, 1873. 4 p.
Sends $10.00 and pays Frank's subscription to _Christian Cynosure_. Writes
about Mrs. Furnham's death.
2367. Hale, D. T. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; January 11, 1873.
1 p.
Asks for the tuition bill for Walter C. Hale.
2368. Washburn, E. B. C. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Worcester, MA; January
16, 1873. 3 pp.
Writes of being able to donate royalties from patents to Wheaton College
after litigation. Writes that Mr. Washburn approved of Wheaton College
principles and writes about her brother, Henry.
2369. Hall, S. P. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; January 18,
1873. 6 pp.
Writes about the education and discipline of Walter.
2370. Conant, Elizabeth (Cousin of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Framingham, MA; January 20, 1873. 2 p.
Writes about ill health and about the family news. Sends $2.00 for a
_Christian Cynosure_ subscription for "someone not so well
indoctrinated...in relation to Masonry." Writes that Fannie Allen
married a member of the Antiquarian Society.
2371. Farrar, Laura Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; January 25, 1873. 4 p.
Writes that she is staying with Mr. Adams. Writes that she believes that
many child deaths are due to neglect and want. Mentions that Cordelia
[Stearns] and John [Stearns] both lost a child. Writes about hospital
work and surgical operations. Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to send her box
and key via Mr. Pratt.
2372. Jones, Sarah Feemster (Wheaton College Class of 1870). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Portland, IN; January 25, 1873. 2 p.
Writes of her son Josie. Writes that she wishes to know the address of
the Women's Board of Missions. Writes about an Alumni meeting.
2373. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; January 25, 1873. 4 pp.
Writes about her ill health and about a horse epidemic. Writes about the
debts from the Wheaton College building. Writes that Moses Pettengill
bought out Mr. Chase. Writes about a week of prayer. Writes that their
horse takes fright easily and that there have been several narrowly
escaped accidents.
2374. Hale, Satie P. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; January 28,
1873. 4 p.
Thanks Mary Bent Blanchard for her kindness and expresses pleasure that a
change was made in Walter Hale's studies. Mentions that Frank Hale's son
died.
2375. Dunning, Catherine Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
New Haven, CT; January 30, 1873. 2 p.
Writes about Freemasonry in the area. Writes that Kitty Dunning had a
son. Writes about icy weather and says that she sprained her ankle.
2376. Delano, Elizabeth. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; February
3, 1873. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about church meetings, _Christian Cynosure_, and secret societies.
2377. Ferris, Lodema. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Oberlin, OH; February 3,
1873. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about selling property in Wheaton.
2378. Humphrey, J. M. [Letter to Mrs. Ferris]. Blackberry, IL; February 11,
1873. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Mary Bent Blanchard, and says he wants to purchase property.
2379. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; February 11, 1873. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about New England Dinner for Forefather's Day, local and family
news.
2380. Chapman, Louisa B. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; February
13, 1873. 1 p.
Writes that Gracie is to introduce Mary Bent Blanchard to a girl who
wishes to attend Sabbath School.
2381. Dunning, Catherine Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
New Haven, CT; February 14, 1873. 2 p.
Writes about her sprained ankle. Writes that Rose Dunning died at the
age of one month. Writes that Cynthia [Howell?] married a Storrs.
Writes about the Auxiliary of Women's Board [of Missions?].
2382. Worrell, Benjamin F. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Bloomingdale, IL;
February 18, 1873. 2 pp.
Writes that he received a mailed invitation late.
2383. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to
Jonathan Blanchard]. Byron, IL; February 20, 1873. 4 pp.
Writes about Senator Pomeroy's speech in _Christian Cynosure_. Writes
about Alexander York's view of Masonry and about the National Tobacco
Association.
2384. Hale, Satie P. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; [February 21,
1873]. 2 p.
Writes that her baby was ill and thanks Mary Bent Blanchard for her
kindness.
2385. Barker, L. P. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Batavia, IL; February 24,
1873. 1 p.
Note: Uncludes letters from Mary Bent Blanchard to Jonathan Blanchard,
and Mary Bent Blanchard to Herman A. Fischer.
Barker asks Jonathan Blanchard for settlement of the Wheaton College
account with his stone company. Mary Bent Blanchard writes to Jonathan
Blanchard about Mr. Claflin and fundraising and sends two catalogs and
nine letters. Mary Bent Blanchard writes to Herman A. Fischer to ask if
she ought to visit Miss Stearns in Chicago about lending money to Wheaton
College.
2386. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Otho,
IA; February 26, 1873. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family news, Grangers, and the Wheaton College Commercial
Department.
2387. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Farmington, IL; February 26, 1873. 2 p.
Writes that Mr. Taylor is to commence an agency. Writes that he hopes to
visit the Pettengills and Atkinson and that he may canvass for Wheaton
College. Writes to hurry home, because he does not like "the loose way
things are left with Walker sick." Writes that the dedication of Wheaton
College is to follow the State Association Meeting. Writes that "things
of great interest " are occuring in Southern Illinois affecting Wheaton
College.
2388. Fischer, Herman Augustus (Husband of JWF). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Chicago, IL; February 26, 1873. 2 p.
Writes that he received a bank draft and asks for Jonathan Blanchard's
approval on its use to pay debts. Writes about the Wheaton College
building fund. Writes about noon-day meetings.
2389. Ashley, S. L. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. New Orleans, LA; February
27, 1873. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes to thank Mary Bent Blanchard for sending a box of articles.
Discusses Straight University, Sabbath Schools, public schools in the
area, and work among destitute blacks.
2390. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Oak Park, IL; February 28, 1873. 6 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family members. Writes that she is staying at Byron with
the Stoddards, mentioning Catherine Blanchard Stoddard's ill health and
accusations against Minnie.
2391. Ferris, Lodema. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Oberlin, OH; February 28,
1873. 2 p.
Sends deed for the Wheaton property and writes of the arrangements for
payment for the property.
2392. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Wheaton, IL; March 3, 1873. 2 p.
Writes that she bought a carpet for the college parlor. Writes of the
communion season and writes that Mr. Hench, Miss Parker, Dr. Walker, and
Mrs. Walker were received. Writes that Mr. Hanson is working on the
stairs. Writes that David Grant's child died. Writes that Charles A.
Blanchard is to lecture in the Wheaton College Chapel. Writes that she
is answering requests for catalogs and encourages Jonathan Blanchard to
work toward erasing the Wheaton College debt.
2393. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; March 10/20, 1873. 4 p.
Writes about Mary Bent Blanchard's article on the Sabbath and writes
about Charles G. Finney's article on popular amusements in _Christian
Cynosure_. Writes that she stopped her subscription to _The Advance_ and
_The Independent_. Mention a large donation to Wheaton College and sends
$10.00. Writes that Edward [Nichols] returned from a journey during
which he heard [U. S. Grant's] inaugural speech. Writes that Mr. Dunning
is in the South working on another scheme. Writes that Mrs. Leavitt died
and that Kate Dunning had a son.
2394. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Otho,
IA; March 12, 1873. 3 p.
Writes that George [P. Bent] is going to Wheaton and writes the courses
he wants George to take.
2395. Claypool, L. W. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Morris, IL; March 17,
1873. 1 p.
Thanks Mary Bent Blanchard for finding a place for Nellie.
2396. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; March 18, 1873. 3 p.
Writes that Mrs. Prince wishes her son to atend Wheaton College and
inquires if there would be a place for Mrs. Prince and her son in
Wheaton. Mentions that there is too much aristocracy and too little
Christian influence in Galesburg.
2397. Tolman, T. F. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; March 20,
1873. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Asks for the addres of E. H. Kilmore.
2398. Manning, Louis C. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. South Haven, MI; March
21, 1873. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Asks Jonathan Blanchard to write to a Mr. Keyes, who is considering
sending his son to Wheaton College. Asks about young ladies qualified to
teach, and discusses meetings led by an elder of the United Bretheren.
Writes about his property.
2399. Townsley, Frances E. (Former Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Howell, MI; March 21, 1873. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about a New England supper, and her plans to visit Wheaton in May.
2400. Stetson, J. W. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Atlanta, CA; March 24,
1873. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Nora Blanchard Kellogg's health, mentioning that she was
treated by Minister/Doctor who had earlier treated [Mary] Stetson.
2401. Stoddard, James Philemon (Husband of CBS). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Galesburg, IL; March 25, 1873. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about various bretheren, speaking, and organizing in counties.
2402. Ferris, Lodema. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Oberlin, OH; March 27,
1873. 5 pp.
Writes of being vexed at Mary Bent Blanchard's retaining $45.00 as
remuneration for transacting a property sale. Mention caring for [Sonora
Blanchard Kennedy and Nora Blanchard Kellogg?].
2403. Kellogg, Nora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Atlanta, CA; March 28, 1873. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about her health, and plans to return to Wheaton. Mentions that
she attended a Masonic ceremony.
2404. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent. [Letter to Lodema Ferris]. Sheaton, IL; March
29, 1873. 2 pp.
Response to Ferris' letter of March 27, in which Mary Bent Blanchard
defends having kept $45.00 from a property sale.
2405. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent. [Letter to Lodema Ferris]. Wheaton, IL; March
29, 1873. 2 pp.
Response to Ferris' letter of March 27. Mary Bent Blanchard defends her
having kept $45.00 from a property sale and offers to give it to Ferris.
2406. Foster, Lydia C. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Milwaukee, WI; April 4,
1873. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about her late husband, and the _Christian Cynosure_.
2407. Kimball, Carrie W. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Geneva, IL; April 4,
1873.
Writes about ill health and about having her teeth pulled.
2408. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; April 5, 1873. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about _Christian Cynosure_, Secret Societies, the NCA meeting at
Monmouth, and an idea of asking judges and government officials to write
their views of secret societies.
2409. Northrup, W. P. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; April 8,
1873. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes seeking a teaching position at Wheaton College.
2410. Ferris, Lodema. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Oberlin, OH; April 9,
1873. 5 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Jonathan Blanchard and a disagreement over a money matter.
2411. Bailey, Celestia A. (Wheaton College Class of 1872). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Tougaloo, MS; April 12, 1873. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Nora Blanchard Kellogg, the Tougaloo University, and Wheaton
College.
2412. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; April 15, 1873. 1 p.
Writes about Mary Bent Blanchard's visit and about a Monmouth meeting.
2413. Pewdy [?], J. H. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. San Francisco, CA; April
16, 1873. 8 p.
Note: RPFC.
Responds to request for letter to be read to [NCA] convention. Writes
about Secret Societies, the Catholic power in San Francisco, Mormons, and
being unwilling to speak against Masons, since he wants them as allies
against the Catholics. Writes about two U. S. Constitutional amendments,
spiritualists, communists, the first Amendment to the U. S. Constitution,
Masonic magazines, and the _Christian Cynosure_.
2414. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; April 21, 1873. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family news.
2415. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
n.p.; April 22, 1873. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Sends potatoes and apples. Writes about teaching school, and needing to
paint the house. Writes about family members and her relationship with
sisters and brothers. Mentions Wheaton College and Anti-Secretism. Asks
about a situation for a couple in Wheaton.
2416. Kellogg, Nora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Stockton, CA; April 23, 1873. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about local people and family members.
2417. Whipple, M. J. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Coos, [NH?]; April 25,
1873. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about her health, a childhood memory, and Wheaton College.
2418. Ferris, Lodema. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Oberlin, OH; April 30,
1873. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Thanks for $15.00 post office order.
2419. Kimball, Carrie W. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Geneva, IL; April 30,
1873. 2 p.
Writes that she sold a carpet to Mrs. Burton and asks Mary Bent Blanchard
to send it.
2420. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; May 6/10, 1873. 6 p.
Note: RPFC.
Sends clothing. Writes about family members and local events. Mentions
Dr. Cullis' prayer meetings, and a special Baptism of the the High
School.
2421. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; May 6, 1873. 4 pp.
Writes that Jonathan Blanchard visited and remarked upon Sabbath
observance. Writes about Anti-secret Societies in Cincinatti. Writes of
learing Mr. Barlow's song from _Christian Cynosure_. Writes that Jonathan
Blanchard is called the King of anti-masonry. Writes about the President
and "the Louisiana outbreak." Writes about [P. T.] Barnum's show and
says that it is two miles long. Writes of a possible teaching position
for Sonora Blanchard Kennedy and about pasture arrangements.
2422. Kinney, Ellen. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Taylor, MO; May 12, 1873.
1 p.
Asks for slips of house flowers and vines.
2423. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; May 30, 1873. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Sends clothing.
2424. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Morrison, IL; June 3, 1873. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about a girl who wishes to attend Wheaton College. Writes of
arranging for Jonathan Blanchard to lecture, the Masons, and a woman
attempting to keep money.
Oversized.
2425. Manning, Louis C. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. South Haven, MI; June
7, 1873. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Mary Sheffer, who wishes to attend Wheaton College.
Mentions a proposal of marriage, which was refused. Writes about his
troubles and having married a non-Christian.
2426. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to ?]. n.p.; June 14,
1873. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about sending vegetables and fruit, and making arrangements for an
Anti-Secret Society Speaker. Asks for Charles A. Blanchard to "come and
say something to set them laughing.".
2427. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Oak Park, IL; June 17, 1873. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she is unable to visit at present. Mentions that she is 25
and has "resisted the temptation.".
2428. Phelps, George. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Decorah, IA; June 18,
1873. 1 p.
Writes that he is paying his son's bill.
2429. Mather, F. H (Wheaton College Trustee). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Fountain, CO; June 20, 1873. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he will unable to attend [Wheaton College] trustee meeting.
2430. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard];
[June] 21, 1873. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about sending potatos, and says that she wants Jonathan Blanchard
to preach. Writes about local meeting houses, and anti-secretism.
Mentions _Christian Cynosure_ and a Constitutional amendment "to have the
name of God inserted".
2431. Williams, Angie. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. La Grange, MO; June 25,
1873. 2 pp.
Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to visit and writes that she is taking care of a
baby.
2432. Kellogg, Nora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; June 28, 1873. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family members and her health. Mentions taking medicine.
2433. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard and
Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; June 30/July 1, 1873. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about local people and family members, arrangements for Jonathan
Blanchard to speak, and having the house painted.
Oversized.
2434. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard and
Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; July 8, 1873. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about local people and family members, dancing, the spiritual
state of the locale, and arrangements for Jonathan Blanchard to speak.
Mentions a camp meeting at Cedar Rapids, and masons.
2435. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Jamestown, NY; July 8, 1873. 1 p.
Note: Original is filed with the Charles A. Blanchard papers.
Writes of holding meetings, travel plans, and fundraising for Wheaton
College.
2436. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Cyrus Louis
Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; July 10, 1873. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes to wish Cyrus Louis Blanchard a happy birthday. The letter also
discusses Moody's Church, and Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent
Blanchard's fear that Jonathan Blanchard would get cholera.
2437. Kimball, Carrie W. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; July 10,
1873. 3 p.
Writes that she wishes to stay with Mary Bent Blanchard for two weeks.
2438. Blanchard, Cyrus Louis (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Elgin, IL; July 11, 1873. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about his future plans, which are uncertain. Returns a dollar to
Charles A. Blanchard.
2439. Fischer, Julia Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Cyrus Louis
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; July 11, 1873. 4 p.
Writes of Cyrus Louis Blanchard's 16th birthday. Asks about the 4th of
July celebration and mentions that she saw fireworks. Writes that Noble
Huggins married Nellie Showers. Writes that George Alter and Mrs.
Hinckly died.
2440. Greene, Samuel D. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Chelsea, MA; July 17,
1873. 3 p.
Note: RPFC; third page of letter is torn.
Writes that he might sell copyright of _The Broken Seal_. Mentions
harrassing Eddy, secret societies, and encloses clippings about secret
societies (see enclosures file).
2441. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Cyrus Louis
Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; July 20, 1873. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes to wish Cyrus Louis Blanchard a happy birthday and talks about his
development. The letter also discusses Mr. C. A. Beverly asking for
Jonathan Blanchard's biographical sketch for a phrenological journal.
Writes about Cy's business, and mentions reproving Cy and George.2442.
Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to
Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; July 23, 1873. 4
p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about farm news, _Christian Cynosure_, Anti-secretism, reading Henry
Clay's speeches, and asks if she and her children could board with
Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard.
2443. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Gerritt
Smith]. Wheaton, IL; July 24, 1873. 2 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Writes that he plans to travel east by vote of National Committee to
prepare for the National Political Convention. Writes about Political
Parties and about some political advice from Adams. Proposes to visit
Smith to discuss platform for new party.
2444. Greene, Samuel D. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Chelsea, MA; July 25,
1873. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about selling the copyright to _The Broken Seal_. Gives his belief
that Jonathan Blanchard will not be allowed to speak in church meeting
house.
2445. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Morrison, IL; [July 26, 1873]. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she would like to hear Jonathan Blanchard preach. Mentions
that Geraldine Blanchard Fischer needs new shoes and that Charles Tranger
is to go to Wheaton College.
2446. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; July 28, 1873. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Cyrus Louis Blanchard, Evan Jones, Jonathan Blanchard,
Wheaton College, and _Christian Cynosure_.
2447. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Charles A. Blanchard].
n.p.; [August, 1873]. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Original is filed with the Charles A. Blanchard papers.
Writes that she will not be able to extensively advertise his upcoming
lecture.
2448. Fischer, Julia Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; August 2, 1873. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the waterworks, and the new fairgrounds for the state fair.
2449. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; August 8, 1873. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Asks for one pound of butter. Also encloses note to Sonora Blanchard
Kennedy and Nora Blanchard Kellogg sending each of them $1.00.
2450. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; August 8, 1873. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she is unable to visit. Writes about family members and her
expectation to continue residing in Tarrytown.
2451. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Seneca,
KS; August 9, 1873. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about religious state of area, a minister who is a Freemason and
Oddfellow.
2452. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Syracuse, NY; August 9, 1873. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about two girls who attended a Catholic School. Also writes about
speaking and preaching.
2453. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Canastota, NY; August 11, 1873. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about having a cistern built. Tells Mary Bent Blanchard she can
borrow money from Henry L. Kellogg.
2454. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Morrison, IL; [August] 13, 1873. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about asks if Charles A. Blanchard will come and lecture.
2455. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Gerritt
Smith]. Northampton, MA; August 13, 1873. 4 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Writes that he missed visiting Smith. Writes that he saw T. D. Curtis,
Who writes editorials for the Utica _Herald_. Writes that Curtis is an
anti-mason. Writes that he is to invite John Quincy Adams, son of
Charles Francis, and Fred. Seward to address the National Political
Convention. Writes that he is in favor of independance of Cuba from
Spain.
2456. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; August 14, 1873. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about a trip to the graveyard, Anti-secret society articles, the
Grange, Masonic funerals, and upcoming political convention. Says that
Charles A. Blanchard is to answer letters.
2457. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
n.p.; [August 16, 1873]. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that Charles A. Blanchard is coming to lecture and writes about
the preparations for his visit. Writes tha she gave notice of Charles A.
Blanchard's upcoming lecture at a M. E. meeting. Asks Mary Bent
Blanchard to take in Abbey and Mary [Wells] and writes about Mr. Samuel
and Ely.
2458. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Stuart, IA; August 16, 1873. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Cordelia [Stearns], [Kittie Dunning] Clark, Mr. Anderson,
and train connections.
2459. Fischer, Geraldine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Morrison, IL; August 16, [1873 ?]. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about her plans for returning to Wheaton and about her cousins
Abbey, Mary, and George.
2460. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Wheaton, IL; August 19, 1873. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about local people and family members. Writes about Dr. Walker's
preaching, and digging a cistern.
2461. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; August 21, [1873]. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about a visit with Catherine Bent Dunning, fundraising for Wheaton
College, and Dr. [Calvin Ellis] Stowe in old age.
2462. Fischer, Julia Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; August 23, 1873. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about plans for travelling home, a fishing trip with Mr. Stevens
and family, talking lessons in flower culture, and the new RR Depot.
2463. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; August 23, 1873. 3 p.
Note: RPFC; torn; enclosed with letter by Julia Blanchard Fischer of
August 23, 1873.
Writes about grasshoppers, a fishing trip, new houses and new
fairgrounds. Thinks that "this high pressure system of study is injurious
to the health and nerves of girls.".
2464. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Plainfield, IL; August 26, 1873. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Wheaton College, travels and visits, and railroad accident
she passed.
2465. [Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard] (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Julia
Blanchard Fischer]. Byron, IL; August 26, [1873]. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; torn.
Writes about J. P. Stoddard, Mary Stoddard Fifield, Maria Blanchard Cook,
Cyrus Louis Blanchard, and Mr. Jones.
2466. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. New York, NY; August 27, 1873. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes an account of proceedings, and arranging for Charles A. Blanchard
to lecture.
2467. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Gerritt
Smith]. Phoenixville, PA; August 28, 1873. 8 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Writes that he is disappointed in not meeting with Smith to discuss "The
Cause." Writes that he saw T. D. Curtis, temporary editor of the Utica
_Herald_ and writes that the Utica _Herald_ is "wedded to the fortunes of
the Republican Party." Writes that he visited Charles Francis Adams, and
anti-mason, who gave him a book. Writes that John Quincy Adams [son of
Charles F. Adams] has a reputation for being "fast". Writes that he
asked John Quincy Adams to speak against Masonry at the National
Convention. Mentions wanting to vote for Charles Francis Adams for
president. Writes about Temperance and Politics. Writes that he visited
Hon. Francis Gillette, who is interested in the anti-secrecism movement
and who subscribed to _Christian Cynosure_. Writes that he visited Thurlow
Weed and met Fred. W. Seward, who asked for literature and promised to
consider addressing the National Convention. Writes that he preached
against secret societies and that Charles A. Blanchard is to deliver a
course of lectures. Writes about John Dougall of the _Daily Witness_.
Writes that he is to preach and says that he thinks "God may yet turn
this nation from its idols." Writes about the Kansas-Nebraska Bill.
2468. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Wheaton, IL; September 1, 1873. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about local people and family members, writing to prospective
Wheaton College students, work on the fence and cistern, and buying coal.
2469. Blanchard, Cyrus Louis (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard
and Mary Bent Blanchard]. Fountaindale, IL; September 2, 1873.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about working for Mr. Jones. Says that he is not lazy.
2470. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Wheaton, IL; September 4, 1873. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about students arriving early, and that the threshing is done.
Mentions Mr. Goodenough's invitation to attend Association and gives her
views on relgious amusement.
2471. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Cyrus Louis
Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; September 18, 1873. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about his opinion on Cyrus Louis Blanchard going to Kansas,
mentioning advice from [Uzziah] Burnap when Jonathan Blanchard was 17.
Gives his opinion of [Margaret Milligan] his future daughter-in-law.
Encourages Cyrus Louis Blanchard to complete his education.
2472. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; September 19, 1873. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family news, mentioning that Sophie [Nichols] is going to
Vassar College. Mentions planned changes in Wheaton College faculty,
"the panic", and the possibility of sending old clothes.
2473. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; October 2, 1873. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about sending a box of things. Mentions that Sophie [Nichols']
hair soils her dresses. Mentions an account of a child healed by prayer.
Mentions that Mary Bent Blanchard's son is a delegate to the E. Alliance.
Writes of a letter in _Christian Cynosure_ about H. W. Bush. Mentions her
24th wedding anniversary.
2474. Lord, M. B. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Elgin, IL; October 3, 1873. 4
p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about meetings of a society, and papers to be delivered concerning
mission fields.
2475. Fisher, Carrie. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. St. Louis, MO; October 4,
1873. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about wanting Maud to visit "Mother".
2476. Dunning, Virginia (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Chicago, IL; October 14, 1873. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Inquires about finding music pupils. Writes that she recently returned
to Chicago.
2477. Kimball, Carrie W. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; October
18, 1873. 2 p.
Writes that she received an invitation to Nora Blanchard Kellogg's
wedding. Writes that Mrs. Kellogg is to visit and writes about her ill
health.
2478. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Morrison, IL; October 20, 1873. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about trouble with subscriptions to _Christian Cynosure_.
2479. Dunning, Virginia (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Chicago, IL; October 21, 1873. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Nora Blanchard Kellogg and Charles A. Blanchard being
married. Inquires about music pupils.
2480. Grigg, Mrs. Emery. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Fairbury, IL; October
23, 1873. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Wheaton College, and mentions that her husband's mother and
sister are boarding with them.
2481. Stevens, Ella A. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Fairbury, IL; October
23, 1873. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about work with the poor, Sabbath School, and sewing class.
2482. Eaton, S. T. (Prospective Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Vermillion, IL; October 27, 1873. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about wanting to attend Wheaton College, but not pay for board.
2483. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; November 10, 1873. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about "a domestic girl" and Father Cook.
2484. Williston, C. L. (Widow of John P. Williston). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; November 13, 1873. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Charles A. Blanchard's marriage and her household. Says that
Lutie's obstructed nose is to be treated by the celebrated Dr. Monroe.
2485. Tynan, Mary E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Minooka, IL; November 18,
1873. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about James and Mrs. Willey, whose son who wishes to enter Wheaton
College.
2486. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; December 3, 1873. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Nora Blanchard Kellogg wanting a musical instrument and
arrangements for paying for it.
2487. Dunning, Catherine Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
New Haven, CT; December 11, 1873. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about secret societies, _Christian Cynosure_, Mr. Druyrl (editor of
_Daily Witness_), and religious periodicals.
2488. Smith, Fannie D. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; December
12, 1873. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about preparing to leave and sends thanks to the Blanchards.
2489. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to "Sister"]. Wheaton,
IL; December 16, 1873. 2 p.
Writes that Mrs. Wells and Mary Wells might come and stay with her.
Writes about Charles A. Blanchard and [wedding] cards. Mentions that
Maria Blanchard Cook was married two months earlier than she had planned.
Writes about domestic servants and about hard times.
2490. Stearns, Williston B. (Nephew of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Morrison, IL; December 17, 1873. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about household articles he left behind, and that he may graduate
from school in Morrison.
2491. Kimball, Carrie W. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; December
22, 1873. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about acquaintances, her illness (a tumor), Rush College, and
electroplate treatment of tumors.
2492. Smith, Fannie D. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; December
27, 1873. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about teaching and acquaintances.
2493. Stearns, Williston B. (Nephew of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Morrison, IL; December 30, 1873. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about breaking and riding colts, and better opportunities for
study than at Wheaton College. Mentions that he applied for a teaching
certificate and job. Says that Rev. Edward H. Smith wants a book.
2494. Chapman, Louisa B. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; [ca.
1874]. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; Dated "Tuesday Morning".
Sends program of meeting and writes that Dr. Hiatt chaired the meeting
well. Writes about money for prosecution [for temperance violations?].
Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to see that music is furnished.
2495. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; January 5, 1874. 1 p.
Sends a train ticket for Geraldine Blanchard Fischer and sends Ezra A.
Cook visiting cards to her sisters.
2496. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; January 6, 1874. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; pages torn.
Writes about church trouble in Marengo, the Beltonian Literary Society,
and gives Cyrus Louis Blanchard intructions for feeding calves and pigs.
2497. Sill, Anna P. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Rockford, IL; January 6,
1874. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Mrs. Murray and asks Mary Bent Blanchard to speak with her.
Mentions that Mrs. Murray's handwriting is illegible.
2498. Arnold Brothers. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Sycamore; January 9,
1874. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about sending papers and Bro. Irwin.
2499. Phelps, George. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Decorah, IA; January 10,
1874. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about paying son's bill.
2500. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; January 11, 1874. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; included in note from Ann G. Smith of January 11, 1874.
Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to pay Geraldine Blanchard Fischer 88 cents.
2501. Smith, Ann G. [Letter to Maria Blanchard Cook]. Peterboro; January 11,
1874. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; enclosed with letter by Maria Blanchard Cook of January 11,
1874.
Writes about Gerrit Smith being afflicted with vertigo, and sends thanks
for a book by General [John Wolcott] Phelps.
2502. Baird and Bradley. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; January
12, 1874. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes and encloses interest coupon of Mr. J. Sproul.
2503. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to
Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; January 17, 1874.
2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about planning a trip east.
2504. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard and
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Morrison, IL; January 19, 1874. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family members. Asks if there is an insane assylum Laura
[Blanchard Wheeler] could be placed in "by strategem of force", and asks
for a copy of General [John Wolcott] Phelps' Book.
2505. Milligan, A. M. (Father-in-law of CAB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Allegheny, PA; January 20, 1874. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the [financial] embarrassment of Wheaton College. Mentions
a bank broken by a "rascally vice president" and "the panic".
2506. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Seneca,
KS; January 21, 1874. 6 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about _Christian Cynosure_ - subscriptions by cash, and suggests
special inducements to increase _Christian Cynosure_ circulation. Also
writes about the Grange, Masons, ministers in secret societies, paper
money and other political opinions - "the present office holders as a
whole are...a corrupt set".
2507. Blanchard, Ellen (Wife of CAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Allegheny, PA; January 21, 1874. 5 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about train trip to PA and boy with a harp, reading part of
General [John Wolcott] Phelps' book, and a church sociable.
2508. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to D. H.
Leavitt]. Wheaton, IL; February 12, 1874. 2 p.
Letter of introduction for Charles A. Blanchard in which Jonathan
Blanchard asks for money for Wheaton College building.
2509. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Enos,
William, and Osman Sellew]. Wheaton, IL; February 12, 1874. 2 p.
Letter of introduction for Charles A. Blanchard. Writes in it that
Charles A. Blanchard is lecturing against Secret Societies. Writes about
Dayton Theological Seminary. Writes that Peter Melendy is a U. S.
Marshall in Iowa. Writes about Wheaton College building and asks for
money.
2510. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Morrison, IL; February 23, 1874. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Sends money for interest-bearing notes. Mentions her contributions to
the anti-secret society cause. Mentions Mr. Leggett's death and sends a
list of books and pamphlets she wishes to have sent.
2511. Williams, J. L. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Fountaindale, IL;
February 23, 1874. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about mother's illness. Writes that Mary Howe won a "spelling
School" and describes her father's enthusiastic reaction. Mentions
Wheaton College. Encloses clipping from _Pecatonisa News_ describing
Charles A. Blanchard driven out of a lecture hall by Ithaca students.
2512. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; February 25, 1874. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family members. Mentions Julia Blanchard Fischer's trouble
with her teeth. Mentions "some indications of a temperance revival", and
Aunt Avery's will. Mentions that there is no immediate prospect of
daughters-in-law.
2513. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
n.p.; February 28, 1874. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about interest-bearing notes, local people and family members.
2514. Dowell, Anna L. (Former domestic "girl"). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard
and Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; February 28, 1874. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about her bad marriage to a minister. She is in the hospital and
asks Jonathan Blanchard to visit.
2515. Kellogg, Nora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; March 2, 1874. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family members.
2516. Sill, Anna P. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Rockford, IL; March 3,
1874. 6 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Mrs. Murray's ill health and her attempt to get a doctor for
her.
2517. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; March 7, 1874. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about _Christian Cynosure_ enlarging, and [Jonathan Blanchard?] to
preach.
2518. Thompson, Mary H. [Letter to [Anna P.] Sill]. Chicago, IL; March 8, 1874.
2 p.
Note: RPFC; Letter enclosed with letters from Mary Tuck of March 9, 1874,
and Anna P. Sill of March 12, 1874.
Writes about [Mrs. Murray's] condition.
2519. Tuck, Mary. [Letter to [Anna P.] Sill]. Wheaton, IL; March 9, 1874. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Letter enclosed with letters form Mary H. Thompson fn March
8, 1874, and Anna P. Sill of March 12, 1874.
Writes about Mrs. Murray and the need to do something soon.
2520. Sill, Anna P. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Rockford, IL; March 12,
1874. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; Letters from Mary H. Thompson of March 8, 1874 and Mary Tuck
of March 9, 1874 enclosed with letter.
Writes asking Mary Bent Blanchard to host Dr. Thompson while he visits
Mrs. Murray in Wheaton.
2521. Kimball, Carrie W. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; March 16,
1874. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes and asks Mary Bent Blanchard to inquire about some property.
2522. Tynan, Mary E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Bruley Creek, Dakota
Territory; March 16, 1874. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about young man who wished to attend Wheaton College. States that
most of ther neighbors are Catholic.
2523. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; March 24, 1874. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about invalid nephew and wife living in cottage, about Cyrus Louis
Blanchard becoming a Christian and about various friends and family
members.
2524. Sill, Anna P. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Rockford, IL; March 25,
1874. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes concerning a hospital or water cure and the need for boarding for
Mrs. Murray.
2525. Kimball, Carrie W. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; March 26,
1874. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Miss [F. E.] Townsley's property and asks Mary Bent
Blanchard to deal for it.
2526. Kimball, Carrie W. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; March 27,
1874. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about confusion over Miss [F. E.] Townsley's property and asks for
advice on its value. Mentions Mrs. Lewis hearing Jonathan Blanchard
preach.
2527. Sill, Anna P. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Rockford, IL; March 30,
1874. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes and asks Mary Bent Blanchard to visit the Minister and Wheaton
Methodist-Episcopal to "interest" him in Mrs. Murray's case.
2528. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Gerritt
Smith]. Wheaton, IL; April 1, 1874. 2 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Writes that Mary Bent Blanchard read Smith's temperance circular to the
Wheaton ladies. Writes of Germans in the Wheaton area and beer, and
mentions pride of Germans since the conquest of France [in FrancoPrussian War]. Writes that he will not attned the meeting at Syracuse.
Writes of the Adamses and political parties. Mentions "Young Seward" and
writes about the Lodge.
2529. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; April 2, 1874. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Sends thanks for sending money and informing her that she moved.
Mentions hearing that [Jonathan Blanchard] made remarks about her that
she did not like. Gives her opinion on getting married.
2530. Townsley, Frances E. (Former Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Shelburne Falls, MS; April 2, 1874. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes and agrees to take $800.00 for property. Shares about work as
"Pastor's assistant, town missionary, assistant Sunday School
superintendant, and doer of odd jobs.".
2531. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; April 3, 1874. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about her family and items she bought.
2532. Bailey, Celestia A. (Wheaton College Class of 1872). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Tougaloo, MS; April 5, 1874. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about appropriations for new buildings and the state of the
school.
2533. Sill, Anna P. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Rockford, IL; April 6,
1874. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes asking Mary Bent Blanchard to go to Chicago with her to look into
hospital arrangements for Mrs. Murray.
2534. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to J. P.
Stoddard]. Byron, IL; April 6, 1874. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about farm news and mentions that the children are ill.
2535. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Ezra A. Cook, Maria
Blanchard Cook, Mary Bent Blanchard and Jonathan Blanchard]. n.p.; April
7, 1874. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about selling an anti-masonic book to a Mason and a banking error.
Writes she received the books. Note to Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent
Blanchard discusses the _Christian Cynosure_, anti-secret societies, and
inability to attend commencement.
2536. Dowell, Anna L. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; April 9,
1874. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Enclosed card of hospital for women and children.
2537. Galloway, J. F. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Mary's Academy; April 9,
1874. 4 p.
Writes of a wish to get an education for Ed, a Negro man. Subscribes to
_Christian Cynosure_.
2538. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; April 22, 1874. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes requesting 2 quarts of Prof. Lumry's wine.
2539. Woods, J. W. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Baraboo, WI; April 23, 1874.
2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes inviting Blanchards to visit. Also discusses anti-masonry and
Grangers in Congregational Church.
2540. Fleming, Alice. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Buckley, IL; April 24,
1874. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Sends $5.00 for Wheaton College.
2541. Stearns, Williston B. (Nephew of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Morrison, IL; April 25, 1874. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes to confirm receiving a book from Mary Bent Blanchard.
2542. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; April 27, 1874. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Mr. Dunning's death, various relatives and acquaintances and
temperance.
2543. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Z.
Eastman]. Wheaton, IL; May, 1874. 2 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Writes that he is writing a speech on the fall of American Slavery and is
willing to turn over the speech to another. Writes of Thaddeus Stevens
and grave sites. Writes that he does not consider himself qualified to
make a speech about [Lewis] Tappan and Stevens. Writes that he is to
attend the State Association Meeting and the National Convention in
Syracuse. Asks if Eastman knows why McPherson, clerk of the House of
Representatives, does not publish his biography of T. Stevens. Mary Bent
Blanchard wonders why women were not invited to the Abolitionist Reunion.
2544. Stearns, Williston B. (Nephew of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Morrison, IL; May 6, 1874. 4 p.
Writes of reading Mr. Walker's work. Writes that Selima Blanchard Allen
"tries to do so much as she can in keeping the church straight, and is
pretty good herself" and says that Selima Blanchard Allen "has got some
real fire in her." Writes about the preaching of Rev. E. H. Smith.
Writes that Mrs. Pripp died. Writes about _Christian Cynosure_ and asks if
Wheaton College has a press.
2545. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; May 8, 1874. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes to tell Mary Bent Blanchard that the land is not sold and writes
about the family.
2546. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; May 23, 1874. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family members and acquaintances.
2547. Kennedy, Sonora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Bloomingdale, [ ]; May 26, 1874. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she is suprised about Jonathan Blanchard going to NY. Writes
about various people and mentions milking cows.
2548. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Gerritt
Smith]. Wheaton, IL; May 27, 1874. 2 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Writes that Smith's draft was used to pay Charles A. Blanchard. Writes
about the Wheaton College building debt. Writes that he is to attend the
Syracuse Meeting and an "Old Abolitionists" meeting in Chicago. Writes
about the evils of Secret Societies and about evil spirits. Writes about
divisions in the Granger movement.
2549. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to "My Dear Friend"].
Wheaton, IL; May 27, 1874. 2 p.
Thanks for donation to anti-secret cause. Writes about the Syracuse
meeting and the State Association meeting. Writes that Mrs. Adams and
Fred Bartlett died. Writes about the Temperance movement in Wheaton and
about saloons closing. Writes that the saloon keepers are Catholics.
Writes about the Abolitionist meeting in Chicago.
2550. Foster, Lydia C. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Onarga, IL; June 2,
1874. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes wanting to send clothes to the Freedmen. Discusses _Christian
Cynosure_ and travels from Wisconsin to Onarga.
2551. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Gerritt
Smith]. Chicago, IL; June 8, 1874. 2 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Writes that he had hoped to visit Smith, but was unable. Writes about an
Abolitionist meeting in Chicago and about Secret Societies.
2552. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Gerritt
Smith]. Wheaton, IL; June 20, 1874. 2 p.
Note: Photocopy.
Writes that he will correct the omission of Smith's donation to the
convention by the papers. Writes that he will send a copy of his speech
at the Abolitionist meeting.
2553. Farrar, Laura Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; ca. July 1874. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family members.
2554. Honeywell, Enoch. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Altay, NY; July 6, 1874.
2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Encloses two Anti-secret society tracts; desires that NCA executive
committee add a voucher to tracts veryifing the authenticity of the facts
within. Suggests that the columns in the _Christian Cynosure_ be narrowed
for the benefit of weak-sighted readers.
2555. Newkirk, A. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Plattville, IL; July 6, 1874.
4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she owes Herman A. Fischer money for board.
2556. Baird and Bradley. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; July 11,
1874. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Cover letter for bank draft.
2557. Dunning, Catherine Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
New Haven, CT; July 14, 1874. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about death of [Edward] Dunning, family members, and the _Christian
Cynosure_.
.
2558. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard et. al.]. Chicago, IL; July 16, 1874. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about arranging for a visit.
2559. Williams, Angie. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; July 21,
1874. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about churches being burned and their temporary meeting place -the city hall.
2560. McKee, Sarah W. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Cedar Springs, MI; July
23, 1874. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about friends and relatives.
2561. Pettengill, Blanchard T. (Nephew of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; July 23, 1874. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Moses Pettengill and Hannah Bent Tyner Pettengill going to
Detroit, the temperance movement and drinking among women.
2562. Blanchard, Cyrus Lewis (Brother of JB's). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Byron, IL; July 24, 1874 [?]. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that work is hard to find and crops are poor. Asks Mary Bent
Blanchard to save a Wheaton paper with his piece in it. Encloses
personal accounts.
2563. Sperry, E. P. (Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Marengo, IL; July 24, 1874. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes and asks about finding room and board.
2564. Dowell, Anna L. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; July 26,
[1874]. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Mary Bent Blanchard's visit.
2565. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; ca. August 1874. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Original is filed with Charles A. Blanchard letters.
Asks if Julia Blanchard Fischer can come over and make an underwaist for
Ellen. Writes about the baby, Jonathan McLeod Blanchard.
2566. Williams, Angie. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; August 3,
1874. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about a young man who wishes to attend Wheaton College.
2567. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Alssena, MI; August 9, 1874. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about a reception held in Detroit and their membership of the
Board of Trade. Writes about mineral springs and their cure for
rheumatism, travels and Niagara Falls. Mentions that the Blanchards have
a new grandchild.
2568. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard and
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Morrison, IL; August 14, 1874. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about possibility of the Wells' visiting. Writes about Lavinia
Blanchard Stafford lending $100.00, selling books and subscriptions to
the [_Christian Cynosure_]. Mentions that she thinks the Freemasons and
Oddfellows protect Warren Wilder. Writes: "I can tell you I feel _scart_
[sic] about Chicago fires." Encloses a card of W. R. Stearns, a
reporter.
2569. Unidentified Author. [Letter to "Aunt" [Mary Bent Blanchard]]. Chicago,
IL; [August] 14, 1874. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Nora Blanchard Kellogg and the birth of a baby.
2570. Holyoke, Charles S. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; August
15, 1874. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Describes his actions and intentions toward Sonora Blanchard Kennedy.
2571. Farrar, Laura Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; [August 17/18, 1874 ?]. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; Dated "Monday Eve"/"Tuesday 11 o'clock".
Writes that Nora Blanchard Kellogg suffered a prolapse.
2572. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; August 18, 1874. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about teaching and her difference of opinion with J. P. Stoddard
on Women's suffrage. Apologizes to Jonathan Blanchard for a misspelled
word.2573. Hammond, Sarah. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. St. Charles, IL;
August
31, 1874. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she cannot enter Wheaton College. Asks if she could work for
Mary Bent Blanchard and take a course in music.
2574. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Julia Blanchard
Fischer]. Peoria, IL; September 1874 [?]. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about her travels. Writes that she visited a piece of property.
Writes about Charles A. Blanchard and Ellen's loss of a baby and Maria
Blanchard Cook's loss of a baby.
2575. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; September 1, 1874. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about postcards, the death of a baby [Charles A. Blanchard and
Ellen's], difficulties with domestic servants, and the Beecher scandal.
2576. Roy, Joseph E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; September 2,
1874. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about domestic help.
2577. Graves, H. C. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Sandwich, IL; September 3,
1874. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Inquires about boarding his son.
2578. Knight, E. D. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Bristol, IL; September 4,
1874. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Mentions Mary Bent Blanchard's offering to provide for her tuition.
Inquires about boarding.
2579. Tynan, Mary E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Portland, IA; September 7,
1874. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about teaching school. Says that her brothers are going to the
Black Hills.
2580. Bent, George P. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Chicago, IL; September 9, 1874. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he will be unable to visit Wheaton.
2581. Ferguson, Harriet (Wheaton College Class of 1871). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Oberlin, OH; September 29, 1874 [?]. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Barely legible.
Asks for advice about money difficulties. Asks to borrow $40.00.
2582. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; October 6, 1874. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she wants to set up a consultation with Jonathan Blanchard
and Charles A. Blanchard about plans for the Illinois State Association
meeting. Writes that Laura [Stearns] is sending a letter for Mary Bent
Blanchard to respond to.
2583. Washburn, E. B. C. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Worcester, MA; October
10, 1874. 2 p.
Writes of inability to donate to Wheaton College and about patent
royalties.
2584. McKune, L. T. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Maulins, [ ]; October 22,
1874. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he wrote a series on "American Mothers," and that he wants
greater notice given to reform in areas of prostitution, abortion, and
child-raising. Writes about temperance and women's suffrage.
2585. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; November 9, 1874. 4 p.
Sends hats and a bonnet. Mention Democrats coming to power and wonders
what will happen to the Negroes. Wrties about Temperance and about the
American Missionary Association meeting. Writes that Edward [Nichols]
may go to England to learn about iron business. Writes that Howard
[Nichols] has a position as an organist and teacher. Writes that Charles
A. Blanchard's wife is "poorly". Writes that Julia Beckwith is to marry
Mr. Goodrich. Writes about Mr. Anderson [Antionette Dunning's husband].
Writes that Middlebury College is without a president. Writes of a
revival at Wheaton. Writes, "I think Beecherism seems to have permeated
everything and everbody almost.".
2586. Stoddard, James Philemon (Husband of CBS). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Lafayette, IN; November 9, 1874. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Robert Stockwell, a wealthy man interested in the NCA; and
about visiting ministers.
2587. Blanchard, Cyrus Louis (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard
and Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; November 20, 1874. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about teaching school.
2588. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; November 27, 1874. 4 pp.
Note: Portion of essay on evangelism written on reverse of envelope.
Writes that Mr. Bascom has "identified himself with the cause." Writes
about ill health. Writes that Jonathan Blanchard's Durham cow and calves
were saved. Writes, "we are called upon now to aid the Kansas sufferers"
and writes about the drought and insects in Kansas. Writes that Mrs.
Hewlett's daughter married Major Brewster and that Pennie is to marry a
Connecticut lady.
2589. Blanchard, Cyrus Louis (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. n.p.; November 30, 1874. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about teaching, about an inter-school spelling bee, and about
reading the Bible.2590. Dunning, Catherine Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard].
New Haven, CT; November 30, 1874. 4 p.
Writes that Charles A. Blanchard's wife is ill. Writes of apathy toward
anti-secrecism. Writes that she obtained subscribers to _The Witness_.
Writes of New York religious papers. Writes about Mr. Walker's letter to
Dr. B. Writes that Julia Beckwith is to marry a farmer. Mentions that
Mary Bent Blanchard has another son in the lecture field [Cyrus Louis
Blanchard]. Writes about Mr. Anderson [Antionette Dunning's husband].
2591. Galloway, J. F. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Mary's Academy; December
10, 1874. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the children of Ann F., about the death of a black man and
his wife, about day school, and about Bro. Dock Anderson, a mulatto who
wishes to go to Wheaton College.
2592. Tynan, Mary E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Bruley, Dakota Territory;
December 14, 1874. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Mentions that "half the town thought you ought to help them out of their
trouble." Writes about her mother's health. Says she was injured by
being thrown from a horse. Writes about a collection for the minister's
widow.
2593. Atkinson, P. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; December 17,
1874. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to say a kind word to Edwin [Atkinson].
2594. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; December 18, 1874. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the outlook for freedmen if the Democrats take power.
Writes about a Catholic plot. Says the new governor-elect gave money for
the Catholic church. Writes that Julia Beckwith married Mr. Goodrich.
2595. Bristol, S. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; December 19,
1874. 4 pp.
Asks for assistance in working against the gambling and drinking
establishments in town and writes of a wish to have a piece printed.
2596. Stearns, Frank E. (Nephew of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Creston, IA; December 20, 1874. 2 p.
Writes about building sleds and mentions that his father "does not take
much notice of any thing.".
2597. Wells, Julia T. (Galesburg Friend of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; December 30, 1874. 2 p.
Writes that her elder sister is over 90 years old. Writes that Mr. Jenny
said that prayer meetings are not as well attended in the U.S. as in
Turkey.
2598. Spafford, H. G. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; January 23,
1875. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Agrees to lecture on Cromwell before the Ladies' Benevolent Society.
2599. Starr, Harriet L. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Joliet, IL; January 28,
1875. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about meetings, a new grandson, Aaron C. Johnston, and the death
of J. C. Webster's son.
2600. ? [Letter to "Dear Friend" [Mary Bent Blanchard?]]. Rock Island, IL;
February 1, 1875. 2 pp.
Gives the news of her family--her mother and brother.
2601. Wells, Julia T. (Galesburg Friend of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; February 9, 1875. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about travel to the east. Says Mr. McMonagle preached a
temperance sermon and that John expects to marry.
2602. Tynan, Mary E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Elk Point, Dakota
Territory; February 17, 1875. 2 p.
Writes about New Year's resolutions, about hoping for good crops, so a
church can be built, and about how she spends Sundays.
2603. Foster, Lydia C. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Onarga, IL; February 25,
1875. 4 p.
Response to Mary Bent Blanchard's proposal that she writes a biography of
her husband and his views on the "reform question." Writes about "Kansas
Sufferings" and about a revival in the Methodist Church.
2604. Williston, C. L. (Wife of John P. Williston). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; March 13, 1875. 4 p.
Writes about Mary Bent Blanchard's plan to visit. Writes that the
Northampton bank was robbed and about the hardships that it caused.
Writes about President Seelye of Smith College and about Martin
[Williston] preaching.
2605. Blanchard, Cyrus Louis (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard
and Mary Bent Blanchard]. Mt. Pleasant, IA//Fountaindale, IL; March 15/
16, 1875. 2 p.
Writes that he is thinking of going to Minneapolis to teach and that he
is to speak on Masonry. Writes that John Hench is a _Christian Cynosure_
subscriber.
Oversized.
2606. Dunning, Catherine Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
New Haven, CT; March 19, 1875. 4 p.
Writes about her ill health and says that their income has been cut off.
Writes that the _Christian Cynosure_ agent, Mr. Barr, visited. Writes
about Mrs. Ladd and her brother and his wife. Writes that Dr. Luke Bent
is married.
2607. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Mrs. Gleason]. n.p.;
ca. March 23, 1875. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Written on letter from N. T. Whiting to Mary Bent Blanchard,
dated March 23, 1875.
Asks if she ought to respond on Gleason's behalf.
2608. Whiting, N. T. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Bristol, IL; March 23,
1875. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Mary Bent Blanchard wrote note to Mrs. Gleason on this
letter, ca. March 23, 1875.
Inquires about room and board for a colored girl. Mentions that Mary
Bent Blanchard has provided a place for a colored girl in the past.
2609. McKee, Sarah W. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Aurora, IL; March 24,
1875. 8 pp.
Writes about the health of family members Carrie, Royal, and Mr. McKee.
Thanks Mary Bent Blanchard for P.O. order. Writes about Temperance Work
and relates a Temperance anecdote in which she put opium in threshers'
whiskey.
2610. Farnham, Mrs. L. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Newark, IL; April 5,
1875. 1 p.
Writes that she would like to make an "exchange" [of houses], but is
unable to because Snyder and Lee failed to pay her.
2611. Farnham, Mrs. L. [Letter to Rev. H. W. Cobb]. Newark, IL; April 5, 1875. 4
pp.
Writes that she got rid of her chickens. Writes that she is unable to
exchange houses because Snyder and Lee failed to pay estaate.
2612. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. St. Augustine, FL; April 5, 1875. 4 p.
Writes about the Florida climate and says that milk is scarce. Writes
about her visits in the area and writes that she met Mr. Taylor of
Brookline. Writes that she hopes that the attempt to form a royal arch
chapter of the Masons will prove aboritve. Writes about Charles A.
Blanchard's wife and _Christian Cynosure_.
2613. Dowell, Anna L. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; April 14,
1875. 2 p.
Writes of her ill health and writes that Mrs. Woodruf is in the hospital.
Writes that Miss Clark went east.
2614. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Oak Park, IL; April 15, 1875. 2 p.
Writes that she wishes to leave her current situation and come to
Wheaton.
2615. ? [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Onarga, IL; April 16, 1875. 2 p.
Writes about Mrs. F[arnham]'s situation with Snyder and Lee and mentions
financial trouble at the Chicago Theological Seminary.
2616. Williams, Angie. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; April 26,
1875. 2 pp.
Writes that she wishes to visit and mentions that Walter's father is
living a "bad life.".
2617. Gibbs, Florella (Chairman of the Free Reading Room Committee). [Letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Downers Grove, IL; April 29, 1875. 6 p.
Gives suggestions for opening a Reading Room in the railroad depot.
Writes that it is important to have German papers.2618. Pettengill, Hannah
Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; April 29, 1875. 4 p.
Writes of her return from vacation and says that the Church Building
Committee was waiting for Moses Pettengill's return. Gives advice on
travel clothing. Writes that she thinks Julia Blanchard Fischer ought to
take things more slowly and asks about Julia Blanchard Fischer's wedding.
2619. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard and
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Morrison, IL; May 13, 1875. 4 p.
Writes that Orrin Sholes is to donate to the Publishing house. Writes
about The American Freeman and about selling books. Writes that she
wants Minnie Stearns' address. Writes that the Secret Society question
was not discussed at the Congregational Association meeting. Writes that
Jacob Baker married. Writes that anti-masons in church are "darkies" and
mentions that Richard S. Eli quit Freemasonry and that Frank Clendening
does not attend Lodge. Writes about the Bent Cousins and writes that
Mrs. Bent is a Universalist. Writes about the book, _History of the NCA._
Mentions Mary A. Blanchard [Cyrus Lewis Blanchard's wife] and Samuel and
Rhoda Stearns.
2620. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Seneca,
KS; May 17, 1875. 4 p.
Writes about a plague of grasshoppers and about _Christian Cynosure_.
Writes about the strength of Secret Societes and about the Grangers and
the Oddfellows. Mentions that he patented a clothes dryer.
2621. Whiting, N. T. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Lisbon, IL; May 23, 1875.
2 pp.
Writes of a potential student who will not attend school. Writes that
Alice's father died and that she may return to school in the Fall.
2622. Zaraphonithes, A. D. (Wheaton College Class of 1973). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. New York, NY; May 24, 1875. 2 p.
Writes about Armenians and writes that he is in the second year of a
Theological course.
2623. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Byron, IL; May 25, [1875]. 2 p.
Writes about the birth of J. P. Stoddard, Jr. Mentions the State
Association.
2624. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Morrison, IL; May 31, 1875. 2 p.
Writes that she has not yet received the tracts and books. Writes about
Jonathan Blanchard's letter to Orrin Sholes. Writes that F. Baker
married, and Mrs. A. C. Jackson, Mrs. Tripp, Mrs. Wilder, and Mrs. J.
Baker died. Writes about her plans to come to the Wheaton Commencement
and asks about prices in Wheaton. Writes about politics and mentions
Jonathan Blanchard's nomination for president.
2625. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; June 3, 1875. 4 pp.
Mentions that engagements are talked about freely and writes about [Julia
Blanchard Fischer and Herman A. Fischer]'s engagement. Writes that
Edward [Nichols] is not disposed to marriage and that he is visiting iron
works in England and Scotland. Asks Mary Bent Blanchard's opinion of
flowers in Church, and says that she thinks the custom is "heathenish.".
2626. Foster, Lydia C. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Onarga, IL; June 10,
1875. 2 p.
Writes that she is writing a biography of her late husband. Writes that
an NCA lecturer visited her. Writes about the settling of an estate.
2627. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Pittsburgh, PA; June 11, 1875. 2 p.
Writes that the meeting is exceeding his hopes. Writes that he visited
Dr. Semoyne. Writes, "Your nomination of president went through
unanimously." Writes about college President Hayes.
2628. Williams, Angie. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; June 18,
1875. 2 pp.
Writes that she is recovering from an illness and drinking clover tea.
2629. Stearns, Williston B. (Nephew of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Creston, IA; June 22, 1875. 4 p.
Writes of antagonism between himself and Needles. Writes that he wrote
for the Freedman and that he intends to work on a farm.
2630. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to
Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; June 23, 1875. 2
p.
Note: Separate letters to Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard.
Writes to Jonathan Blanchard about the [NCA] Convention and writes that
she might attend the Wheaton College Commencement. Writes to Mary Bent
Blanchard about various relatives.
2631. Rankin, Melinda. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Cincinnati, OH; June 26,
1875. 2 p.
Writes that she is publishing a book, _Twenty Years Among the Mexicans_,
and asks for advice on distributing the work.
2632. Fischer, Frederick J. T. (Brother of HAF). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Heidelberg, Germany; July, 1875. 6 p.
Writes to decline to take Herman A. Fischer's place at Wheaton College
and mentions that Charles A. Blanchard is thinking of leaving Wheaton
College. Writes about Oberlin College.
2633. Kreamer, M. H. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; July 5, 1875.
1 p.
Writes of a wish to teach about Temperance.
2634. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; [July] 9, 1875. 1 p.
Note: Postal Card.
Writes that she visited churches in Chicago. Writes that her left lung
is diseased and that she is using Dr. Hunter's inhaler.
2635. Gibbs, Florella. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Downers Grove, IL; July
10, 1875. 4 pp.
Writes that Miss Smith gave a delightful Bible Reading and urges Mary
Bent Blanchard to have Miss Smith give a Bible Reading in Wheaton.
Writes about the Women's Christian Temperance Union.
2636. Wells, Julia T. (Galesburg Friend of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; July 12, 1875. 2 p.
Writes that Mrs. Everest and Mrs. Finch died. Invites Mary Bent
Blanchard to visit and writes about the [Knox College] community.
2637. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; July 16, 1875. 4 p.
Mentions Julia Blanchard Fischer's and Sonora Blanchard Kennedy's
graduation and writes about Julia Blanchard Fischer's commencement.
Writes that Julia Blanchard Fischer and Herman A. Fischer are to visit.
Writes that Beecher's name is "a stench in the land." Writes that Edward
[Nichols] is in Great Britain and that Frank [White] advised him to go to
Germany.
2638. Tynan, Mary E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Dakota Territory; July 20,
1875. 3 p.
Asks if Mary Bent Blanchard thinks it is right for a girl to marry a
profane man. Asks Mary Bent Blanchard's opinion of Sabbath visiting and
asks if she ought to transfer her church membership to the Methodist
Church.
2639. Conant, Elizabeth (Cousin of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Framingham, MA; July 28, 1875. 4 p.
Writes about Julia Blanchard Fischer getting married and writes that
Cousin Mary DeWolf died.
2640. Blanchard, Jonathan. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Cambridge, IL; July
30, 1875. 4 pp.
Writes about his travel plans and says that he is to preach. Writes that
he wishes to hear of Herman A. Fischer's movements. Writes that he may
sell land and gives the farm instructions.
2641. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Cyrus Louis
Blanchard]. Cambridge, IL; [August 2, 1875]. 1 p.
Note: With letters to Mary Bent Blanchard and to Sonora Blanchard
Kennedy/Geraldine Blanchard Fischer.
Gives the farm instructions and writes that he wants the harvest "put
through.".
2642. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Cambridge, IL; August 2, 1875. 2 p.
Note: With letter to Cyrus Louis Blanchard and letter to Sonora Blanchard
Kennedy/Geraldine Blanchard Fischer.
Writes that he preached and lectured on temperance. Writes that he did
not sell land because a prospective buyer "crawfished." Writes that he
invited Mrs. Douglas to lecture on temperance in Wheaton College chapel.
2643. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Sonora
Blanchard Kennedy and Geraldine Blanchard Fischer]. Cambridge, IL;
[August 2, 1875]. 2 p.
Note: With letters to Mary Bent Blanchard and Cyrus Louis Blanchard.
Writes of being troubled with a summer complaint and says that he hopes
they are "ministering spirits of home.".
2644. Bradley, Mrs. William H. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Kenosha, WI;
August 4, 1875. 3 pp.
Writes that Mrs. Johnson is to be placed in Mary Bent Blanchard's
daughter's family.
2645. Blanchard, Jonathan; Lumry, Oscar F. (Wheaton College President; Wheaton
College Secretary). [Letter to "To All Whom it May Concern"]; August 5,
1875. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Testimonial for Herman A. Fischer as teacher in college.
Oversized.
2646. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). n.p.; August 13, 1875. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Salutation torn off.
Writes about various people.
2647. Blanchard, Jonathan. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Wyanet, IL; August
14, 1875. 2 p.
Writes about collecting Wheaton College pledges.
2648. Fischer, Julia Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard]. New York, NY; August 14, 1875. 4 p.
arites about the trip to New York City and mentions the noise of that
place. Writes of visits planned and made.
2649. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Atkinson, IL; August 16, 1875. 2 pp.
Writes that he preached, spoke for Wheaton College, and is to lecture
against Secret Societies. Writes about his travel plans and about his
hopes to raise funds in Chicago.
2650. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to [Herman A. Fischer and
Julia Blanchard Fischer]]. Wheaton, IL; August 17, 1875. 5 pp.
Writes about Jonathan Blanchard fundraising and preaching. Asks if it
would it be right to give a check to [J. C.] Webster, since she is unable
to open the safe.
2651. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Julia Blanchard
Fischer]. n.p.; August 18, 1875. 2 p.
Writes that she is worried about her "treasury affair." In true motherly
fashion, she expresses the hope that Julia Blanchard Fischer will obtain
underwear and warm clothing. Mentions that Elder Barlow, who is preaching
in the Baptist church, spoke on the topic of secret societies. Mentions
that Mr. Hench and Mr. Williams wish to board with the Blanchards.
2652. [Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard] (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; August 18, 1875. 2 pp.
Asks Jonathan Blanchard, Mary Bent Blanchard, Geraldine Blanchard
Fischer, and Sonora Blanchard Kennedy to visit. Writes that she sold a
calf and cooked the milk, as Jonathan Blanchard suggested.
2653. Kreamer, Jonathan W. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; August
19, 1875. 1 p.
Note: torn.
Writes about the conditions under which Mrs. Kreamer would like to
deliver a Temperance lecture.
2654. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Cyrus Louis
Blanchard]. CB and Q Crossing; August 20, 1875. 2 pp.
Writes with farm instructions and tells Cyrus Louis Blanchard he wants
him to earn good money or get subscribers if he goes to Ogie County.
2655. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. CB and Q Crossing; August 20, 1875. 2 pp.
Writes that he attended a convention for the promotion of holiness at
Rock Island. Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to send a _Christian Cynosure_ and a
copy of his Monmouth speech to William T. Allan and a _Christian Cynosure_
to Dea. Daniel Little. Writes about fundraising for Wheaton College and
about the sale of Wheaton College land.
2656. Christie, Sarah J. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Good Thunder's Ford,
MN; August 20, 1875. 4 pp.
Asks about room furnishings and what items she must provide. Asks about
opportunities to board and work in Wheaton for an acquaintance.
2657. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; August 21, 1875. 4 pp.
Writes about family photos and about a visit from Herman A. Fischer and
Julia Blanchard Fischer. Writes that Edward [Nichols] is in Switzerland
and that Sophie [Nichols] expects to return to Vassar.
2658. Dewey, Sarah M. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Toulon, IL; August 28,
1875. 4 p.
Writes that her son and Willie Lawman are to go to Wheaton. Writes about
her son's disposition and education and asks about boarding arrangements.
2659. Kreamer, M. H. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; August 31,
1875. 2 pp.
Note: torn.
Writes about her new temperance lecture depicting "the awful fate of the
man who has 'looked long into the eyes of the serpent coiled in the
bottom of the glass of whiskey.'" Writes about the scheduling of her
lecture.
2660. Fischer, Julia Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard]. At Sea; September 2, 1875. 5 p.
Writes of the sea voyage and being seasick. Writes about the other
passengers, saying that the men smoke, drink, and play cards, while the
women are seasick. Writes that they passed Newfoundland and Ireland.
2661. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; September 4, 1875. 2 pp.
Writes that Hannah Bent Tyner Pettengill is gravely ill. Writes of a
burglar scare and says that three were caught.
2662. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard,
Sonora Blanchard Kennedy, Jonathan Blanchard and Geraldine Blanchard
Fischer]. Morrison, IL; September 6, 1875. 4 pp.
Note: Four separate letters to Mary Bent Blanchard, Sonora Blanchard
Kennedy, Jonathan Blanchard and Geraldine Blanchard Fischer.
Writes to Mary Bent Blanchard to send _Christian Cynosure_ subscription
money for D. R. Kier. Writes to Sonora Blanchard Kennedy that she
inquired about local teaching positions, but none were open. Writes to
Sonora Blanchard Kennedy about showing Sonora Blanchard Kennedy's, Julia
Blanchard Fischer's, and Catherine Blanchard Stoddard's pictures. Writes
to Jonathan Blanchard that she understands Jonathan Blanchard's troubles
and says, "If you was [sic] not zealously affected in a good cause, you
would not have the troubles you now have." Writes also to Jonathan
Blanchard about a publishing house. Writes to Geraldine Blanchard
Fischer about boarders in her house.
2663. Fischer, Julia Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard]. Edinburgh, [U. K.]; September 10,
1875. 4 pp.
Writes about the sites they visited in Glasgow and about their travels
and the sites visited in Scotland in general. Writes that she heard two
sermons on Matthew 6:33. Writes that there are no horses on the streets
on Sunday and writes of attending a noon prayer meeting founded by Moody.
Writes about Mr. Christie's sister.
2664. Rankin, M. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Saginaw, MI; September 10,
1875. 1 p.
Note: Postal Card.
Writes that he is trying to "stir up" a greater interest in missions.
Writes that Mary Bent Blanchard "need feel no particular hurry about the
books.".
2665. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Julia Blanchard
Fischer]. Chicago, IL; September 14, 1875. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Letter from Mary Bent Blanchard to Julia Blanchard Fischer,
dated September 27, 1875, begins on page two of this letter.
Mentions Julia Blanchard Fischer's severe ocean crossing. Writes that
Charles A. Blanchard and Ellen moved to Chicago.
2666. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College). [Letter to Herman A.
Fischer and Julia Blanchard Fischer]. Wheaton, IL; September 15, 1875. 2
p.
Note: RPFC; Torn.
Writes about opening the school year and the new Lady Principal [S. J.
Christie]. Writes that Charles A. Blanchard is to enter seminary in
Chicago and that he has been invited to preach in Paxton. Writes about
Rev. Mr. Taylor, the new minister. Writes about fundraising for Wheaton
College. Says Cyrus Louis Blanchard won a prize for cattle at the fair.
Writes about a scandal in the Methodist Church. Mentions Mr. Carter and
details of treasury work.
2667. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; September 15, [1875]. 1 p.
Note: Postal Card.
Writes that she may attend an exhibition in Chicago.
2668. Williams, Angie. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; September
15, 1875. 2 pp.
Writes that Mary Bent Blanchard needs to make out a "proper" bill for Mr.
Hale.
2669. Williston, C. L. (Wife of John P. Williston). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; September 15, 1875. 4 pp.
Writes about the opening of new institutions for female education.
Writes about the opening of Smith College and mentions that Miss Smith is
an acquaintance. Writes that Miss Maria Whitney is to teach German and
French at Smith College. Writes about Wellsley College and writes that
Mt. Holyoke has a new art building. Writes that Lyman [Williston]
"changed his grounds about his house." Writes that Mr. Bishop resigned
the pastorate of the Presbyterian Church and formed a Dutch Reformed
Church.2670. Fischer, Herman Augustus (Husband of JWF). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard].
Slough, [England]; September 17, 1875. 6 pp.
Writes of his travels in Scotland. Writes about Mr. Blake possibly
teaching his classes and gives his motives for attending University.
Writes about Wheaton College and the Wheaton College building fund.
Writes that Mrs. Walker died. Writes of hearing Dr. A. Bonar and writes
about the Misses Christie.
2671. Fischer, Frederick J. T. (Brother of HAF). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Heidelberg, Germany; September 20, 1875. 3 pp.
Writes that he has not received an answer to his July letter.
2672. Anthony, M. M. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; September 24, 1875.
2 p.
Writes that he desires Willie [Anthony] to attend Sunday School.
2673. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College). [Letter to Herman A.
Fischer and Julia Blanchard Fischer]. Wheaton, IL; September 27, 1875. 2
p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about a Lady Principal [S. J. Christie], a new Pastor [Rev.
Taylor], the "constant struggle to meet debts," and new furnaces. Calls
Wheaton College "a bush burning but not consumed." Writes that Charles
A. Blanchard is in seminary and preaching at Paxton, that Cyrus Louis
Blanchard bought a horse, and is "full of trade and little study."
Writes that Mr. Dewlap gave Jonathan Blanchard two Jersey calves. Writes
that he is going to a Temperance convention, that he will preach in
Moody's Church, that Maria Blanchard Cook's baby is to be baptized, and
that he may attend the state Anti-Secret Society Convention.
2674. Kennedy, Sonora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; September 28, 1875. 1 p.
Note: Postal Card.
Writes about the health of Hannah Bent Tyner Pettengill.
2675. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Julia Blanchard
Fischer]. n.p.; October 1, 1875. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; Letter begins of page 2 of letter from Maria Blanchard Cook
to Julia Blanchard Fischer, dated September 14, 1875.
Gives an anecdote of Mr. Mark's crossing a lake with drinking men.
Writes about lemons and fish, seasickness, an Exposition, a lawsuit
between Prudden and Myers over the Thompson house, colporteur Mr.
Dempsey, Dr. Walker's adopted children, and Mrs. Johnson's husband being
out of jail. Mentions the deaths of Mrs. Dr. Walker and Mrs. Northum.
Mentions the marriage of Mr. Struckman and Miss Rodefer.
2676. Fischer, Julia Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard]. Brunswick, Germany; October 1, 1875.
4 pp.
Note: Enclosed with October 2, 1875 letter.
Writes that Herman A. Fischer found a grand-aunt of his and that they
visited the church of Father and Grandfather Fischer. Writes of visiting
Brunswick and writes about the prevelance of drinking and smoking.
Writes about Queen Victoria.
2677. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College). [Letter to Herman A.
Fischer]. Wheaton, IL; October 2, 1875. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Letters dated September 14, 1875; October 1, 1875; September
27, 1875; and October 2, 1875 sent by Maria Blanchard Cook, Mary Bent
Blanchard, Jonathan Blanchard, and Jonathan Blanchard, respectively, to
Julia Blanchard Fischer and/or Herman A. Fischer were clipped together by
RPF.
At 3:20 a.m., Jonathan Blanchard writes about ill health, about Faculty
Day, and about plans to preach in Moody's Church. Mentions that he plans
to baptize Maria Blanchard Cook's son. Writes about Wheaton College's
financial embarassment, the need to raise funds for Wheaton College, and
what he told the faculty. Writes that Charles A. Blanchard is forbidden
to preach in Paxton and is thinking of dropping seminary. Mentions that
Mary Blanchard (Daughter) "murdered" herself by "attempting
impossibilities.".
2678. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; October 2, 1875. 3 p.
Writes that he visited Whelan concerning selling Charles A. Blanchard's
horse and writes that Charles A. Blanchard is to preach at Paxton.
Writes that the _Reformer_ and _Free Press_ contained attacks on the NCA and
himself. Writes: "Charles must have a rupture with the Seminary
Faculty." Mentions that Boardman insists on a rule against Charles A.
Blanchard's preaching. Gives instructions for sending Mr. Carpenter's
knife.
2679. Dunning, Catherine Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
New Haven, CT; October 2, 1875. 4 pp.
Writes about the difficulty of finding boarders or buyers. Writes about
Jonathan Blanchard and the presidential elections. Writes that some
townsmen wish to invite Moody to speak. Writes about financial distress
and says that there are no anti-masonic ministers.
2680. Fischer, Julia Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard]. Utrecht, Holland; October 2, 1875. 4
p.
Writes about a trip to Rotterdam and a visit to the Crystal Palace.
Writes about the "foreignness" of Holland and about various sites in
Holland. Asks what is being done about dancing in Wheaotn and mentions a
sermon by Jonathan Blanchard on dancing. Writes that they reached
Leipzig.
2681. Kennedy, Sonora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; October 8, 1875. 4 pp.
Writes that Mrs. Foster will lend her a melodeon. Writes that Thomas
Kennedy asked about moving the wedding date up to December and writes
that she asked him to get Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard's
opinions.
2682. Farrar, Laura Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Ravenswood, IL; October 11/13, 1875. 3 p.
Writes that Minnie is recovered from "her trouble" and writes that Mrs.
W. had a baby. Writes that she is to see Dr. Wood about some boils and
asks for money.
2683. Fischer, Herman Augustus (Husband of JWF). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Leipzig, Germany; October 16, 1875. 2 pp.
Note: Enclosed with letter from Julia Blanchard Fischer to Mary Bent
Blanchard of October 16, 1875.
Writes that he visited Berlin and saw the Crown Prince and mentions
[Otto] von Bismark. Writes of people having little regard for the
Sabbath. Asks if Cyrus Louis Blanchard is working for _The Rockford
Times_. Writes about _Christian Cynosure_ and about the _Illinoian_. Asks
about arrngements maede for his classes. Writes that he attended the
inauguration of Dr. Dillman as University Rector and writes that the
ceremony "seemed a little childish for one of the largest Universities in
Europe." Writes that Dr. Mommsen was the former rector.
2684. Fischer, Julia Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Leipzig, Germany; October 16, 1875. 2 p.
Note: Enclosed with letter to Jonathan Blanchard from Herman A. Fischer,
dated October 16, 1875.
Writes of trip to Berlin, Potsdam, and Wittenberg, and writes about sites
visited. Writes that Prof. Sloane's son visited. Writes that they are
to move to new quarters with Mrs. Ives.
2685. Winder, Ella. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Cincinnati, OH; October 18,
[1875]. 2 p.
Writes that Julia Blanchard Fischer and Herman A. Fischer arrived in
Germany.
2686. Kennedy, Sonora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; October 20, 1875. 4 pp.
Writes about Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard's agreement to
the earlier wedding date. Writes about the preparations for the
marriage, especially the sewing. Writes that Jonathan Blanchard is to
give $100.00. Writes of being involved in a carriage accident.
2687. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Seneca,
KS; October 21, 1875. 2 pp.
Mentions a woman Universalist preacher and writes of greater interest in
prayer meetins. Writes that he thinks money will be scarce.
2688. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Sycamore, IL; October 23, 1875. 1 p.
Writes that he is to preach. Mentions Mr. Wood plans to donate to Wheaton
College. Writes that he saw Isaac Beebe and Mr. Humphrey. Gives farm
instructions and writes that he hopes Cyrus Louis Blanchard will settle
with Crandall over a dead heifer.
2689. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Herman A. Fischer and
Julia Blanchard Fischer]. Wheaton, IL; October 23, 1875. 2 p.
Thanks them for a bookmark from London. Writes of a new domestic servant
and writes that Mena (former domestic) is in a new position. Writes that
Charles A. Blanchard is to preach. Writes that Mrs. Brookins had a son.
Gives the local news and writes that Miss Mary Norton is teaching in
Berlin. Writes of a new depot named "Mather" and writes about Mr.
Mather. Gives Wheaton College news. Writes that Sonora Blanchard Kennedy
and Thomas Kennedy, Laura Stearns, and Ann Baird are all to be married.
Writes about Sunday School Classes. Writes that C. Guild and W. Hiatt
are still in Wheaton College, pending good behavior. Writes that
Jonathan Blanchard is attending a Wesleyan General Conference.
2690. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Sycamore, IL; October 25, 1875. 2 pp.
Writes that he is not allowed to preach by the Conference Committee and
attributes this to Lodge influence. Writes that Mr. Wood is to donate to
Wheaton College. Writes that he wishes to get Mr. Hawley to preach for
Mr. Taylor. Gives farm instructions.
2691. Fischer, Julia Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard]. Leipzig, Germany; October 25, 1875. 4
pp.
Writes that Herman A. Fischer is enrolled in the University. Writes that
Jonathan Blanchard "found some light on the subject of means." Writes
about an American chapel but says that they are attending a German
church. Writes that lemons offer relief from sea-sickness. Writes about
German porcelain stoves and about their boarding house. Asks the date of
Thanksgiving and writes about the Whites.
2692. Holyoke, M. B. ? [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; October 26,
1875. 2 pp.
Writes that a Woman's Temperance Convention is to be held and writes that
Mrs. Jennie F. Willing, Mrs. M. B. Holyoke, and Miss F. E. Willard are to
address the meeting.
2693. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Mary Avery Blanchard].
n.p.; October 27, 1875. 2 p.
Writes that she wishes to purchase a $72 note.
2694. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Oak Park, IL; October 29, 1875. 1 p.
Note: Postal Card.
Writes, "It was all a loss at C. works." Writes that she may visit
Wheaton.
2695. Kennedy, Sonora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to [Mary Bent
Blanchard]]. n.p.; [ca. November, 1875]. 2 pp.
Writes that she wishes Catherine Blanchard Stoddard to come to Wheaton
for her wedding and writes of her plans to stop in Peoria after the
wedding.
2696. Kennedy, Sonora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; November 1, 1875. 4 pp.
Writes about sewing and mentions that she wants new dresses. Writes that
Thomas Kennedy's brother is married and invited Sonora Blanchard Kennedy
and Thomas Kennedy to room with them. Writes that Thomas Kennedy wishes
to teach in San Jose, CA.
2697. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College). [Letter to Herman A.
Fischer]. Wheaton, IL; November 4, 1875. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Torn.
Writes that the new depot is finished. Mentions that Sonora Blanchard
Kennedy is thinking of marrying Thomas Kennedy and going to California.
Writes that a convention to promote holiness is called for by ME churches
"who are not masons." Writes that he plans to attend a state convention,
and that Julia Blanchard Fischer's "cheeks stand out with fatness."
Mentions the wedding of Dr. Farrar and Laura Stearns.
2698. Chamberlain, L. T. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; November
4, 1875. 1 p.
Writes of her inability to "aid you [Mary Bent Blanchard] in your good
cause.".
2699. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Morrison, IL; November 5, [1875 ?]. 1 p.
Note: Postal Card.
Writes that Frank [Stearns] is considering staying with her. Asks for
textbooks.
2700. Hale, W. C. [Letter to "Dear Friend" [Mary Bent Blanchard]]. Chicago, IL;
November 7, 1875. 2 pp.
Gives local and family news and writes of the possibility of returning to
school.
2701. Feuler, J. H. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Sutton Flats, Canada;
November 8, 1875. 1 p.
Note: Dated "8/11/75".
Inquires about conditions under which honorary degrees are granted by
Wheaton College.
2702. Fischer, Julia Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Leipzig, Germany; November 13, 1875. 4 pp.
Gives her reaction to Sonora Blanchard Kennedy's going to California.
Writes that Herman A. Fischer was initially disappointed in the
University. Writes about attending the German church and the American
chapel. Mentions moving to Heidelburg and writes about the city of
Leipzig. Mentions that a heifer was killed and writes of hearing a
lecture.
2703. Hiatt, C. W. [Letter to J. M. Chapman]. Wheaton, IL; November 15, 1875. 1
p.
Sends $5 to the church.
2704. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College). [Letter to Herman A.
Fischer and Julia Blanchard Fischer]. Wheaton, IL; November 16, 1875. 4
p.
Note: RPFC; Torn, Soiled.
Writes about a convention at Peoria, about $123.00 raised for _Christian
Cynosure_, about Miss Christie's good ability as lady principal, and about
funds for Wheaton College. Writes that Wesleyans proposed to raise $100,
000.00 to endow Wheaton College if they may have their majority restored
in the Board. Gives thoughts on Wesleyan offer. Writes about Nora
Blanchard Kellogg's new baby. Mentions a holiness convention.
2705. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Julia Blanchard
Fischer]. Wheaton, IL; November 16, 1875. 2 p.
Writes that Nora Blanchard Kellogg had a son [Blanchard Kellogg]. Writes
about a new train dept and a new literary society, the Philadelphians.
Writes about Sunday School and the local news.
2706. Kennedy, Thomas; Kennedy, Sonora Blanchard (Son-in-Law of JB and MAB and
Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent
Blanchard]. 484 miles west of Omaha; [ca. December, 1875]. 3 p.
Thomas writes about visits in Illinois. Writes about the train
accomodations and their train journey. Writes about the desert. Sonora
asks Mary Bent Blanchard to visit.
2707. Newkirk, A. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Plattville, IL; December,
1875. 2 p.
Asks about rent of houses and whether she could find boarders. Asks
about pasture for cows and sends $30.00.
2708. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; December 2, 1875. 4 pp.
Writes about Sonora Blanchard Kennedy's and Thomas Kennedy's upcoming
marriage. Writes that many people went to the city for the winter and
writes that the local minister is back in the pulpit after an illness.
Writes about a Holiness meeting in Wheaton.
2709. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; December 4, 1875. 1 p.
Writes of plans to come to Wheaton.
2710. Fischer, Herman Augustus (Husband of JWF). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Leipzig, Germany; December 7, 1875. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the convention in Peoria, about the Wesleyan offer to
Wheaton College, about the Wheaton College treasury, about prayer
meetings, and about Prof. Latimer having preached.
2711. Fischer, Julia Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard]. Leipzig, Germany; December 7, 1875. 4
p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that a snow plow is "a thing unknown in Germany" and that she saw
Schiller's house. Writes about the Kellogg baby [Blanchard Kellogg],
about Thanksgiving, about German churches, and about a convention in
Peoria. Compares the cost of living in Germany and America.
2712. Kennedy, Thomas (Husband of SBK). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard and Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Elgin, IL; December 9, 1875. 1 p.
Note: Postal Card.
Writes that he is to pass through Wheaton on the train.
2713. Kennedy, Sonora Blanchard; Kennedy, Thomas (Daughter and Son-in-Law of JB
and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard and Jonathan Blanchard]. Ottawa,
IL; December 10, 1875. 4 pp.
Note: Two separate letters.
Sonora Blanchard Kennedy writes to Mary Bent Blanchard about various
people. Thomas Kennedy writes to Jonathan Blanchard that "Auntie" gave
Sonora Blanchard Kennedy a silver card holder. Writes about forgeting to
say thanks for something. Writes of establishing family worship. Writes
about cousins Mary and John.
2714. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; December 13/14, 1875. 3 pp.
Writes that Sonora Blanchard Kennedy and Thomas Kennedy started on their
journey. Writes about her ill health.
2715. Chapell, Mrs. E. (Mother of Wheaton College student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Malta, IL; December 14, 1875. 3 pp.
Writes that she is sending money for Clarence's board.2716. Finch, Amos
(Father of Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Gilmore, MI; December 14, 1875. 4 pp.
Writes that he is concerned over his daughter's (Alice--a Wheaton College
student) inability to spell. Writes that he wishes Mary Bent Blanchard
to speak with the Lady Principal about writing exercises for her. Asks
about a rumor that Wheaton College was to go back to Wesleyan hands.
Writes that he wishes report cards would be sent.
2717. Burr, N. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Batavia, IL; December 16, 1875. 1
p.
Note: RPFC.
Inquires about Mrs. Murray's health.
2718. Kennedy, Thomas (Husband of SBK). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Battle
Mountain; December 17, 1875. 1 p.
Note: Postal Card.
Writes that he will be home December 18th.
2719. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Julia Blanchard
Fischer]. Wheaton, IL; December 18, 1875. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that Charles A. Blanchard plans to teach and that the end of the
term is coming. Writes about Mr. Taylor's wedding aniversary, the
Holiness Convention, a week of prayer, and Herman A. Fischer's eyes.
2720. Kennedy, Sonora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Los Gatos, CA; December 23, 1875. 6 p.
Writes about her journey to California. Writes that she received a
$20.00 gold piece from Father Kennedy.
2721. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Cyrus Louis
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; December 24, 1875. 4 pp.
Writes that he may sell Idaho, a horse. Warns Cyrus Louis Blanchard
against allowing _Christian Cynosure_'s calf to get killed and gives farm
instructions.
2722. Thomas, William. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard].
Fairmont, IN; December 27, 1875. 3 pp.
Writes of his return home and his plans to return to Wheaton with his
sister. Writes that he wishes to board with the Blanchards and writes
about trouble over a will he made.
2723. Fischer, Herman Augustus (Husband of JWF). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Leipzig, Germany; December 28, 1875. 4 pp.
Writes of many Wheaton College teachers being ill and about fundraising
for Wheaton College. Writes of RR giving reimbursment for a killed calf
and asks about a land sale. Forwards a letter by F. J. T. Fischer and
writes about the possibility of him joining the Wheaton College faculty.
Asks about [Orin] Carter's operation of the treasury. Writes about the
courses he plans to take and writes that he does not plan to get a
degree. Writes that he is not falling in love with the "Religion,
Government or Habits of Germany" and writes of a lack of spiritual power
in Germany.
2724. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; December 28, 1875. 1 p.
Note: Postal Card.
Writes about arrangements for her daughter's coming home.
2725. Fischer, Frederick J. T. (Brother of HAF). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Heidelberg, Germany; December 29, 1875. 4 pp.
Note: With December 28, 1875 letter to Jonathan Blanchard from Herman A.
Fischer.
Writes that he will not join the Wheaton College faculty and gives his
reasons.
2726. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard and
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Morrison, IL; December 30, 1875. 4 pp.
Writes about laying a carpet and about her boarders, Mr. and Mrs.
Churchill. Writes that Henry Farrington's wife visited and that Frank
[Stearns] is boarding with Selima Blanchard Allen. Writes about attempts
to sell books and subscriptions to _Christian Cynosure_. Writes about
Masonic ministers in town and writes that she refuses to commune with
Masonic ministers. Mentions that she does not "believe in Christmas.".
2727. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Elmwood, IL; December 30, 1875. 3 pp.
Writes that he is to preach. Writes that the Galesburg people are
"stirred up" and gives instructions on printing his Galesburg editorial.
2728. Fischer, Julia Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Leipzig, Germany; December 30, 1875. 4 p.
Note: With December 28, 1875 letter to Jonathan Blanchard from Herman A.
Fischer.
Invites Geraldine Blanchard Fischer to come and board with them in
Germany and writes of plans to move to Heidelberg. Writes that she is
tired of German food. Mentions "the [literary] society quarrel" and
writes about the Aelioian Society. Writes about Christmas trees and
mentions the new depot of "Mather". Writes that she left a trunk in NYC.
2729. Stratton, J. L. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Syracuse, NY; December
30, 1875. 1 p.
Note: Postal Card.
Writes of intention to "gladly comply" with Mary Bent Blanchard's request
[to help Wheaton College?].
2730. Thomas, William. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Fairmont, IN; December
31, 1875. 1 p.
Note: Postal Card.
Writes that he is to teach school and that he is to visit Wheaton.
2731. Zaraphonithes, A. D. (Wheaton College Class of 1873). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. New York, NY; December 31, 1875. 4 pp.
Writes that he wishes to know if the daughter of a poor Armenian family
could attend Wheaton College and work part time. Asks for a Wheaton
College catalog.
2732. Blanchard, Jonathan. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; [ca. 1876 ?].
1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Law School.
2733. Bent, George P. (Nephew of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard and
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; January 6, 1876. 1 p.
Writes about Cy's condition.
2734. Bent, George P. (Nephew of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Chicago, IL; January 6/7, 1876. 2 p.
Writes that Cy is under the care of a surgeon who "gave the artery a
final tying up.".
2735. Fischer, Julia Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Leipzig, Germany; January 7/11, 1876. 4 p.
Writes of visiting Dresden and its sights. Says that she saw Albert, the
King of Saxony with his wife and brother. Writes that Herman A.
Fischer's classes have started and that she has given up music lessons.
Writes that although the Americans in Leipzig observed a week of prayer,
there is little religious interest in the area. Writes that Hastings
Rowell married.
2736. Dugdaley, Ruth. [Letter to "My Dear Friends"]. Mt. Pleasant, IA; January
10, 1876. 2 p.
Alludes to her husband's [abolitionist] activities. Writes about
Jonathan Blanchard and about her mother. Sends a note and a necktie for
"the pleasant blind lady." Writes that she is to attend a temperance
convention at Des Moines.
2737. Fischer, Herman Augustus (Husband of JWF). [Letter to Cyrus Louis
Blanchard]. Leipzig, Germany; January 10, 1876. 4 pp.
Writes of teacher illness during the last Wheaton College term. Writes
of Cy's planned trip to Ann Arbor. Writes that he hopes he won't make
fun of Bucklin. Thanks him for attending to "the machine". Writes about
the new literary society, the Beltionion-Philadelphians. Writes about
the opposition of J. C. Webster. Writes that he wishes to hear how
[Orin] Carter is running the treasurer's office. Writes that he had
hoped to visit Smith, but was unable. Writes about an Abolitionist
meeting in Chicago and about Secret Societies.
2738. Kennedy, Sonora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. San Jose, CA; January 11, 1876. 2 p.
Writes of attending the Congregational Church.
2739. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Julia Blanchard
Fischer and Herman A. Fischer]. Wheaton, IL; January 12, 1876. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that Sonora Blanchard Kennedy and Thomas Kennedy reached
California. Describes the New Year's celebration. Writes that Cyrus
Louis Blanchard was hospitalized in an accident. Writes that Geraldine
Blanchard Fischer is attending Wheaton College. Says she thinks stairs
are not suitable exercise. Writes about the boarders.
2740. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; January 15, 1876. 2 p.
Writes that he got no subscribers and is preparing for a collection.
Writes that he does not think the depot name will be changed.
2741. Stephen, David. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Sunnyside, Dakota
Territory; January 17, 1876. 2 p.
Thanks Mary Bent Blanchard for the books sent to Sunday School.
2742. Williston, C. L. (Wife of John P. Williston). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; January 18, 1876. 3 p.
Mentions [Cyrus Louis Blanchard's] "severe injury" and writes about the
dispersal of the Blanchard children. Writes about a Memoir of Charles
Stoddard. Says that she doesn't wish to propose to the sewing society
that they furnish bedidng for a room and asks if Jonathan Blanchard got
an enlarged photo of Mr. [J. P.] Williston.
2743. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College). [Letter to Herman A.
Fischer]. Wheaton, IL; January 19, 1876. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Torn and stained.
Writes about a Plymouth Church meeting, about the stringency of Chicago
businessmen, about an advertisement for Wheaton College, and about
Wheaton College finances and debts. Says he wants Herman A. Fischer to
return to Wheaton College for the next school year.
2744. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard and
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Morrison, IL; January 20, 1876. 2 p.
Writes about the six objects of her prayers and says that she attended a
week of prayer. Writes about the Carpenter donation and about selling
books and subscriptions. Writes that Mr. Sholes is trying to get Mr.
Ronayne to lecture in Morrison. Writes about a Masonic installation and
says that she prayed against the Masons during the week of prayer and
"set the brethren in convulsions". Says that she takes peppermint
essence and sugar for colic pain.
Oversized.
2745. Conant, Elizabeth (Cousin of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Framingham, MA; January 21, 1876. 4 p.
Writes of receiving the _College Record_. Writes about the marriage of
Nora Blanchard Kellogg and Thomas Kennedy. Says that her brother
described San Jose as a lovely town. Writes that Mr. Manning's sons are
setting up separate establishments.
2746. Newton, Mrs. D. F. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. New York, NY; January
21, 1876. 3 p.
Writes that Herman A. Fischer and Julia Blanchard Fischer left a trunk.
Also writes about her long acquaintance with the Blanchards.
2747. Fischer, Julia Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Leipzig, Germany; January 28, 1876. 4 p.
Writes about Cyrus Louis Blanchard's accident and about a Chicago
meeting. Hints at a pregnancy and says that she is drinking mineral
water to relieve a cold. Mentions that Miss Norton's cousin is in
Germany. Writes that she heard the pianist Rubenstein play. Writes that
Henry L. Kellogg is better satisfied with the University than at first
and says that she will be in Germany for 2 years.
2748. Keen, Lyman S. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Grinnell, IA; January 28,
1876. 2 p.
Writes about trying to schedule a lecture by Jonathan Blanchard. Mentions
the Society of Christian Inquiry.
2749. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; January 28/31, 1876. 4 p.
Writes about Cyrus Louis Blanchard's accident and about college secret
societies. Includes part of a previous letter sent to _Christian
Cynosure_. Writes about diptheria and pneumonia. Writes that Moody is
to visit NY. Writes about Beecher and his sermons which she calls "bald
lying" and says that Judge Van Gott was attacked by Beecher.
2750. Fischer, Julia Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard]. Leipzig, Germany; January 29, 1876. 2
p.
Writes that there are few elevators in Germany and that coal is carried
by servant girls. Says that her servant girl wishes to go to America.
Mentions a loss of cattle. Says that Mary Bent Blanchard's "old trouble"
is back.
2751. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College). [Letter to Herman A.
Fischer]. Wheaton, IL; January 31, 1876. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Stained.
Writes about treasury payments and an executive committee meeting in
which [F. H.] Mather and [E. B.] Thompson bickered over a wire fence.
Gives four reasons why he wants Herman A. Fischer to return to Wheaton
for the next school year.
2752. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Julia Blanchard
Fischer]. n.p.; February-March, 1876. 2 p.
Mentions holiness prayer meetings and that Charles A. Blanchard is to
preach. Writes that Mr. Williston lectured the Ladies' Society on "The
Spirit of '76.".
2753. Dontney, F. N. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Xenia, OH; February 1,
1876. 4 p.
Asks when he should begin work (lectures) in the Wheaton area and states
his charges. Writes about temperance.
2754. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College). [Letter to Herman A.
Fischer]. Wheaton, IL; February 4, 1876. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Stained.
Writes that he wants Herman A. Fischer to return to Wheaton for the next
school year. Says that Jesse Wheaton is to rent out the Masonic Hall and
tendered his resignation as Trustee. Mentions a note by one "Stryker"
for Webster's Professorship.
2755. Kennedy, Sonora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. San Jose, CA; February 8, 1876. 6 p.
Mentions a "snow blockade" which stopped the mail and an earthquake.
Wrties that Thomas Kennedy is teaching school and that Professor Norton
lectured. Writes of planning to join the Congregational Church and says
that "Josie is a Catholic and Jim is nothing.".
2756. Dontney, F. N. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Portland, IN; February 11,
1876. 3 p.
Asks if Mary Bent Blanchard can set up speaking engagements for him and
writes about temperance.
2757. Washburn, E. B. C. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Worcester, MA;
February 16, 1876. 3 p.
Writes about inability to donate to Wheaton College and about paying for
patent renewal. Writes about "The Bible in Our Common Schools" by her
brother George. Mention that the Centennial year is favorable to travel.
.
2758. Fischer, Herman Augustus (Husband of JWF). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
n.p.; February 17, 1876. 2 p.
States his reason for planning not to return to Wheaton College until
later. Writes about his planned move to Heidelburg and about Wheaton
College's financial situation.
2759. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College). [Letter to Julia
Blanchard Fischer]. Wheaton, IL; February 23, 1876. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about a calf killed by the railroad, and another lost. Says he
wants Herman A. Fischer to return to Wheaton for the next term. Gives
his thoughts on too much knowledge.
2760. Fischer, Herman Augustus (Husband of JWF). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Leipzig, Germany; February 24, 1876. 2 p.
Writes his consent to the withdrawal of Jesse C. Wheaton's name from
college notes and items on which both his and Wheaton's names appear.
Writes that Mr. Stryker lost cash in the Chicago fire. Writes that he
will not return to Wheaton until later and that he plans to move to
Heidelberg. Writes that a Middlebury student's wife died.
2761. Dunning, Catherine Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
New Haven, CT; February 28, 1876. 4 p.
Writes that the mica mine is not yielding any profits, that Mr. Anderson
is trying to sell the mica mine, and that business is depressed. Writes
that Antionette had a son, named Edward Dunning. Writes that Moody is in
New York and expresses an interest in churches.
2762. Doutney, Thomas N. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; March-April,
1876. 2 p.
Gives his rates for delivering temperance lectures.
2763. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to [Julia
Blanchard Fischer]]. Byron, IL; March 1, 1876. 4 p.
Writes that the school had a Centennial Exhibition. Writes about daily
church meetings, a New Year's celebration, and Sonora Blanchard Kennedy's
wedding.
2764. Kennedy, Sonora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. San Jose, CA; March 3, 1876. 6 p.
Note: Torn.
Writes that she hopes that Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard
will visit. Asks Jonathan Blanchard to have a new deed made out for her
and to send his photo. Writes about grand houses with close-cropped
evergreens in their yards. Writes that she is planning to build a house
and that Thomas Kennedy is planning to be a lawyer.
2765. Dontney, F. N. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Liberty, IN; March 4,
1876. 2 p.
Writes about temperance and about Mary Bent Blanchard arranging for him
to lecture.
2766. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
n.p.; March 8, 1876. 4 p.
Says that she wrote some notes so that the money would go to Jonathan
Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard, in case the college "should ever bluff
you off like Galesburg." Writes that she may go to Wheaton and that
Ronayne is to come [to Morrison]. Writes that Mr. Sholes and Baker
started an anti-[Masonic] prayer meeting.
2767. Bent, George W.; Bent, Mary P. (Brother of MAB; Sister-in-Law of JB and
MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Seneca, KS; March 8, 1876. 4 p.
George writes that the court house burned and that he heard that Jonathan
Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard expect to go to California. Invites
them to visit. Mary writes that D. C. Cook and father visited, as did
Mr. and Mrs. Swift. Writes about the weak church and the abundance of
Secret Societies. Writes that Galesburg is to get a new railroad.
2768. Dontney, F. N. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Liberty, IN; March 8,
1876. 3 p.
Thanks Mary Bent Blanchard for her interest in his [Temperance] work and
for being an efficient worker. Informs Mary Bent Blanchard of his
schedule.
2769. Fischer, Julia Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard]. Heidelberg, Germany; March 8, 1876. 6
p.
Writes that she moved to Heidelberg and describes the city and environs
and the boarding house. Writes that Herman A. Fischer and F. J. T.
Fischer are to teach Sunday School. Writes that Herman A. Fischer's
aunts and uncles are to visit. Mentions that Maria Blanchard Cook "makes
a bad use of my letters." Writes about the local churches. Writes about
Herman A. Fischer learning French and studying Natural Philosophy.
2770. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; March 10, 1876. 4 p.
Writes of Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard's plan to go to
California. Writes that one of her letters is printed in _Christian
Cynosure_ and that her name was printed as a donor of $1.00. Wrties that
she agrees with Mary Bent Blanchard's views of the council-Congregationalism and H. W. B[eecher]. Writes, "I do not feel the least
enthusiasm about this Centennial year." Writes that she heard Moody and
Lankey and mentions that F. W. is "laboring in the temperance work.".
2771. Dontney, F. N. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Buffalo, NY; March 11,
1876. 2 p.
Writes that he wishes to postpone the beginning of his temperance work in
Wheaton.
2772. Higginson, Stephen (Former Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Middletown, DE; March 11, 1876. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about transferring membership to the Presbyterian Church.
2773. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; March 13, 1876. 4 p.
Writes about fundraising for Wheaton College, donations to Wheaton
College, and about the Carpenter fund. Writes also that the [Seneca, KS]
Courthouse burned.
2774. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Julia Blanchard
Fischer]. Wheaton, IL; March 14, 1876. 2 p.
Writes that General Webster and Mrs. Cobb's father bother died. Writes
that Mrs. Murray's mother is ill. Writes that Mr. Doolittle spoke in
Chapel. Writes about the Domestic Servants and gives the local news.
Says that she is uncertain about going to California.
2775. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College). [Letter to Herman A.
Fischer]. Wheaton, IL; March 15, 1876. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Wants Herman A. Fischer to return to Wheaton College. Mentions low
salaries and mixed duties of Wheaton College faculty, and Wheaton College
debts. Writes about taking Jesse Wheaton's name off of notes.
2776. Chapell, Mrs. E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Malta, IL; March 16,
1876. 4 p.
Writes about Cyrus Louis Blanchard's accident and Jonathan Blanchard's
visit. Says that poor weather kept down church attendance.
2777. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Julia Blanchard
Fischer]. Wheaton, IL; March 18, 1876. 2 p.
Writes of attending a meeting of the Chrestomatheon and Philadelphian
Literary Societies. Says that they are uncertain about going to
California and that the Anti-Secret Society is to pay the expenses if
they go. Writes that Julia Blanchard Fischer may bring a German girl to
the U.S. with her. Writes that Sophie [Nichols] was converted at Vassar
College. Says that religious interest is most prevalent in the Baptist
Church and writes that Harry T. Wilson prayed. Writes that she was
disgusted with the outcome of the advisory council in New York. Says
that Charles A. Blanchard is thinking of going to Colorado for his and
Ellen's health. Writes that Bender is operating a billiard hall and bar
and that some minors and students were intoxicated there.
2778. Dontney, F. N. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Burlington, VT; March 23,
1876. 3 p.
Writes that he wishes to postpone the beginning of his temperance work in
Wheaton.
2779. Fischer, Herman Augustus (Husband of JWF). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Heidelberg, Germany; March 27, [1876]. 4 pp.
Writes about the area and about his family. Writes about the Wheaton
College interest being paid. Writes about the "spiritual interests" of
Heidelberg and says that the Leipzig professors are orthodox and
Heidelberg is liberal. Writes that he is learning French. Writes about
Julia Blanchard Fischer and says that he never quarrels with her.
2780. Fischer, Julia Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Heidelberg, Germany; March 27, 1876. 2 p.
Mentions the Centennial supper and writes that _Christian Cynosure_
published part of her letter.
2781. Feemster, Robert M. D. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Columbus, MS;
March 28, 1876. 1 p.
Note: Postal Card.
Thanks Mary Bent Blanchard for sending papers. Writes about a colored
Sabbath School and says that his sister Hattie is teaching a colored
school.
2782. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Byron, IL; March 28, 1876. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that [H. H.] Hinman spoke on Secret Societies. Writes about AntiMasonic Meetings.
2783. Grant, Anna B. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Yorkville, IL; March 30,
1876. 3 p.
Writes that her sister Lucy is to attend Wheaton College and would like
to board with Nora Blanchard Kellogg.
2784. Dontney, F. N. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Burlington, VT; March 31,
1876. 3 p.
Thanks Mary Bent Blanchard for postponing his temperance work in Wheaton.
2785. Butterfield, E. [Letter to Julia Blanchard Fischer]. Leipzig, Germany;
April 2/[6], 1876. 6 p.
Writes about music lessons, confirmations in Germany, the reaction of a
Castellan to her independence. Writes about musicians in the area.
2786. Burgess, L. M. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Cambridge, MA; April 3,
1876. 1 p.
Sends thanks and money for a book.
2787. Farrar, Laura Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Paxton, IL; April 3, 1876. 2 p.
Writes of the existence of open pastorates in England and Germany.
2788. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Morrison, IL; April 5, 1876. 4 p.
Writes about renting a house.
2789. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College). [Letter to Herman A.
Fischer]. Wheaton, IL; April 6, 1876. 2 p.
Writes about Philo Carpenter and the building and funds for the NCA.
Writes that he paid Wheaton College debts. Writes about J. C. Webster
difficulties. Says he wants [Frederick J. T. Fischer] to come to Wheaton
College, or Herman A. Fischer.
2790. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Julia Blanchard
Fischer]. n.p.; April 6, 1876. 4 p.
Writes about people who are ill. Writes that Mr. Bender fell to his death
from his new building and was buried by the Freemasons. Says that Bill
Platt may take the Billiard Hall. Writes of attending a temperance
meeting and mentions that T. N. Dontney is to lecture. Writes of an
election in which Charles A. Blanchard became a member of the council and
Moffatt the President. Says that "There was a general wish to get the
money of the town out of the hands of the Gary and Wheaton ring." Writes
about local politics and mention an anti-license ticket, the peoples' or
courthouse ticket, and the town council. Writes that Dr. Walker married
Mrs. Weimer and that Emma and Moffatt are engaged. Writes that Nora
Blanchard Kellogg is to board Lucy Baird. Says that she hardly thinks of
going to California and that she visited Maria Blanchard Cook.
2791. Chapell, Mrs. E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Malta, IL; April 7,
1876. 3 p.
Writes that she wishes to continue boarding Clarence at Blanchard House.
2792. Fischer, Julia Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Heidelberg, Germany; April 7, 1876. 2 p.
Writes about various people and about flowers.
2793. Kennedy, Sonora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; April 7, 1876. 4 p.
Writes that both she and Josie are expecting babies but that she wishes
her pregnancy to be kept secret. Writes that the new house is nearly
finished.
2794. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; April 7, 1876. 4 p.
Writes about a "rage" for spelling matches and about Vassar College.
Writes about Catholicism and an attempt of the Catholics to get control
of the NY public schools. Writes that _The Herald_ talks of the Pope
coming to live in NY. Writes about Beecher's trial.
2795. Fischer, Herman Augustus (Husband of JWF). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Heidelberg, Germany; April 8, 1876. 4 p.
Writes that F. J. T. Fischer prefers to continue his studies rather than
assume a position on the Wheaton College faculty. Writes about Wheaton
College faculty positions and claims that F. J. T. Fischer is soft on
students. Gives possible times for their return. Writes about the
Carpenter donation and the Wheaton elections. Writes about Charles A.
Blanchard's preaching.
2796. Fischer, Frederick J. T. (Brother of HAF). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Heidelberg, Germany; April 10, 1876. 4 p.
Writes that he wishes to continue his studies rather than teach.
2797. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard and
Geraldine Blanchard Fischer]. Morrison, IL; April 14/17, 1876. 4 p.
Note: Torn.
To Mary Bent Blanchard, writes that Mrs. Ann Bent is dead, that George
Atkinson died, and that she is unable to come to Wheaton at present. To
Geraldine Blanchard Fischer, writes about various people.
2798. Dontney, F. N. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Buffalo, NY; April 17,
1876. 2 p.
Writes that he plans to arrive on the 23rd to lecture on temperance.
2799. Kimball, Carrie W. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; April 17,
1876. 4 p.
Writes that Mrs. [Anne] Bent died. Writes about her own ill health.
Writes that she will stay with the Adams as long as she is of service and
says that the Adams are going to California.
2800. Blanchard, Jonathan (President, Wheaton College). [Letter to Herman A.
Fischer]. Wheaton, IL; April 18, 1876. 2 p.
Writes that he wants Frederick J. T. Fischer to come to Wheaton College.
Says that the Stoddard house burned. Writes about a possible trip to
California. Writes that Charles A. Blanchard was elected to town
council.
2801. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Julia Blanchard
Fischer]. Wheaton, IL; April 18, 1876. 4 p.
Writes about the death of Ann Bent and about sickness in the area.
Writes that J. P. Stoddard's house burned. Writes that Mr. Powell is to
preach and Mr. Dontney is to lecture on temperance. Writes that it is
doubtful that Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard will go to
California and that she doesn't think it would be best for Geraldine
Blanchard Fischer to go to Germany. Writes that Dr. Walker married Mrs.
[Emma] Wiemer. Writes of visiting Mrs. Griswold, Mrs. Bastwick, and Mrs.
Mills.
2802. Easton, Thomas. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Belvidere, IL; April 21,
1876. 2 p.
Writes about the arrangements for Mr. Dontney to lecture. Writes that
the trustees elected are in favor of temperance.
2803. Fischer, Herman Augustus (Husband of JWF). [Letter to Cyrus Louis
Blanchard]. Heidelberg, Germany; April 21, 1876. 4 p.
Writes about Cyrus Louis Blanchard buying Mr. Andrews a machine. Writes
that VanOrden owes on his board bill. Writes about the Wheaton city
election and about the "Wheaton-Gary rule in the Corporation." Writes
about Bender's death and the cost of postage due letters. Gives the
advantages and disadvantages of Cyrus Louis Blanchard going to Yale.
Writes about Literary Societies.
2804. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; April 22, 1876. 4 p.
Writes about the death of Ann [Bent] and writes that George P. Bent is to
be married. Writes of Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard
expecting to go to California. Writes about Vassar College. Writes that
Hannah Bent Tyner Pettengill is hoping to go to the Centennial. Mentions
the a fast pulse is a sign of TB and sends a photo.
2805. Foster, Lydia C. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Onarga, IL; April 27,
1876. 4 p.
Thanks Mary Bent Blanchard for photo of Jonathan Blanchard and writes of
plans to go east on a visit.
2806. Kennedy, Sonora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. San Jose, CA; May 2, 1876. 4 p.
Writes about the death of Ann Bent and writes that George P. Bent is to
get married. Writes that Mr. Eday visited. Writes that J. P. Stoddard's
house burned and that their new house was being plastered. Writes that
she received a Bible from Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard and
that she received a deed. Writes about the fruit trees and the Ladies'
Missionary Society. Mentions "trouble about the temperance election.".
2807. Fischer, Herman Augustus (Husband of JWF). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Heidelberg, Germany; May 4, 1876. 2 p.
Writes that he finds the "state of affairs" in Wheaton College and the
church troubling and says that he thinks [J. C.] Webster may not leave
peacably. Asks Jonathan Blanchard whether or not he asked Webster to
resign. Writes of his plans to stay in Germany another year and writes
about working in the laboratory of Prof. Bunsen. Writes about his
courses and his future plans.2808. Fischer, Julia Blanchard (Daughter of JB
and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Heidelberg, Germany; May 4, 1876. 4 p.
Writes that George P. Bent is to be married. Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to
send items. Writes about Mr. Brockelman, the Sunday School
Superintendant. Writes about Jonathan Blanchard's having to speak five
consecutive weeks if he goes to California. Writes about the Carpenter
building fund and about the Wheaton elections.
2809. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Herman A.
Fischer]. Wheaton, IL; May 6, 1876. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Wheaton College Trustees, faculty salaries, and tutors, and
wanting Herman A. Fischer or Frederick J. T. Fischer to return to Wheaton
College. Says, "I begin to be in haste to get out of the College myself"
and "My heart is much drawn to Chicago." Writes about J. P. Stoddard's
house burning, about an Anti-Secret Society meeting in Connecticut, about
a possible trip to California, about the water table, and about a joint
meeting of the trustees, faculty, and Ladies' Advisory Board, in which it
was decided to plant an evergreen hedge around campus. Mentions the
Carpenter Building.
2810. Stoddard, Catherine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to [Julia
Blanchard Fischer]]. Wheaton, IL; May 6, 1876. 4 p.
Note: Torn.
Writes that her house burned down. Writes about Blanchard Kellogg being
baptized and about keeping the hens away.
2811. Kimball, Carrie W. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; May 8,
1876. 4 p.
Writes about ill health. Writes that Mrs. Adams and family are going to
California and asks Mary Bent Blanchard to send a trunk.
2812. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Herman A.
Fischer and Julia Blanchard Fischer]. Wheaton, IL; May 18, 1876. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Aunt [Anne] Bent and [Joseph Avery Bent]. Mentions turning
the college over to Mary Bent Blanchard and devoting his time to raising
calves and editing _Christian Cynosure_. Writes about the spring. Says he
may go to California. Mentions Mr. Nutting's death.
2813. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Julia Blanchard
Fischer]. Wheaton, IL; May 19, 1876. 2 p.
Writes that Mr. Nutting died and writes about Mrs. Nutting. Writes about
Charles A. Blanchard preaching. Writes that Mr. Taylor is building a
house and that she hopes the Stoddards will move to Wheaton. Writes that
Sonora Blanchard Kennedy is to have a baby and that Willie is thinking of
attending Oberlin College.
2814. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Herman A.
Fischer]. Wheaton, IL; May 20, 1876. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Herman A. Fischer's orchards, and the state of Herman A.
Fischer's lot. Says he thinks Frederick J. T. Fischer is better suited
to being a college professor than a physician. Says this letter is one
"as women like and write.".2815. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB).
[Letter to Julia Blanchard
Fischer]. n.p.; May 22, 1876. 2 p.
Writes abou Mr. Nutting's funeral and about prayer meetings. Writes that
a WMCA was formed in Wheaton. Writes that Brownie fell from a tree and
hurt gimself. Writes that Ellen's sister, Clara, had a daughter.
2816. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; May 30, 1876. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about appointed delegates going to a convention at Quincy.
Compares Peoria to Quincy.
2817. Fischer, Julia Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard]. Heidelberg, Germany; June 2, 1876. 4
p.
Writes that Herman A. Fischer is studying under Professor Bunsen and is
considering moving to Zurich for the winter. Writes that the Southern
Germans are more friendly that the Northern. Asks for [A. D.]
Zaraphonithes' address. Writes about drunkenness and about his efforts to
begin an English prayer meeting. Writes about _The Illinoian_ and
_Christian Cynosure_.
2818. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; June 2, 1876. 4 p.
Writes of renewing _Christian Cynosure_. Writes that Mr. and Mrs. Thomas
White and Lizzie visited. Writes that "Whitman Conant has failed and
Davis White Jr. and Edward Conant have dissolved partnership." Writes
that Edward [Nichols] wishes to attend the Centennial and that Charles
White and his wife went to the Centennial.
2819. Fischer, Herman Augustus (Husband of JWF). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Heidelberg, Germany; June 3, 1876. 5 p.
Writes that he wishes to remain in Germany for a time. Writes about Mr.
Carter and the Wheaton College treasury and suggests men to run the
treasury. Writes about Jonathan Blanchard's article, "How Shall We
Successfully Cope With Romanism." Writes about the Independent and the
Advance. Writes that he thinks Charles A. Blanchard will make a good
college president in time.
2820. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Julia Blanchard
Fischer]. Wheaton, IL; June 6, 1876. 1 p.
Note: Postal Card.
Writes that she heard Moody preach "in his new tabernacle in Chicago."
Writes that she attended a meeting in the Carpenter building. Writes
that Mr. Bailey will not teach next year.
2821. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Julia
Blanchard Fischer]. Wheaton, IL; June 10, 1876. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; stained.
Writes about crops, about having preached, and about commencement.
Mentions S. J. Christie and her brother. Writes about students going to
Naperville with their girls. Writes about not going to California, about
slavery and Freemasonry, and about Herman A. Fischer's letters in
_Christian Cynosure_.
2822. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Julia Blanchard
Fischer]. Wheaton, IL; June 16, 1876. 2 p.
Writes that Dr. Wells suggests four week's rest for a woman after
confinement. Mentions being free from "female weakness" and mentions
illness and trouble after the birth of [Nora Blanchard Kellogg and Sonora
Blanchard Kennedy]. Writes that she gave up her trip to California.
Writes that the "liquor trials" were discontinued and writes of
Temperance work. Writes about "the scandal of Elbert Gary" and says that
Chapman and Co. denounced Jonathan Blanchard "and all others who did not
vote for the Gary ring." Writes that Cyrus Louis Blanchard plans to
lecture. Writes of hopes to attend NCA meeting and writes about the
Moody meetings. Writes about making soap.
2823. Fischer, Julia Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Heidelberg, Germany; June 19, 1876. 4 p.
Writes about University vacations during church festivals. Writes of
attending the Naperville commencement one year ago. Writes about her
acquaintances: the Brockelmans, and the Eatons.
2824. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to F[rederick]
J. T. Fischer]. Wheaton, IL; June 22, 1876. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the death of Catherine Blanchard Stoddard, intending that
Frederick show the letter to Herman A. Fischer, who can then break the
news to Julia. Mentions F. J. T. Fischer's decision to remain in Germany
for a third year. Song enclosed [probably kept with the letter by Julia
Blanchard Fischer]. Note on song reads, "sung with Dear Sister Katie and
copied, the last day I spent with her, July 4th, 1875.".
2825. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard and
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Morrison, IL; June 25/27, 1876. 2 p.
Writes about Catherine Blanchard Stoddard's death. Writes that she is
renting her house. Writes that she quit attending church meetings but
attends two prayer meetings. Writes about Secret Societies. Mentions
rising at 4:00 AM.
Oversized.
2826. Fischer, Julia Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Heidelberg, Germany; July 6, 1876. 2 p.
Writes about English prayer meetings, Temperance, and about various
people.
2827. Kellogg, Henry Lyman (Husband of NBK). [Letter to Herman A. Fischer].
Chicago, IL; July 6, 1876. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Sends money. Writes that Levington was voted down in the Convention.
Writes about Wheaton College's Commencement, the Convention, and a
Wheaton College Alumni meeting.
2828. Conant, Elizabeth (Cousin of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Framingham, MA; July 7, 1876. 4 p.
Writes about the religious work of Mr. Potter. Writes that Mrs. Samuel
Allen died. Writes about _Christian Cynosure_ and _The Congregationalist_.
Writes that Jonathan Blanchard is to meet with the clerical brethren "in
relation to certain charges which were calculated to injure his
usefulness." Writes that Avery White married Miss Curtis and that
Bethiah Manning had a son.
2829. Fischer, Herman Augustus (Husband of JWF). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard
and Mary Bent Blanchard]. Heidelberg, Germany; July 14, 1876. 1 p.
Writes that news of the death of Catherine Blanchard Stoddard was kept
from Julia Blanchard Fischer and writes about the birth of Faith Fischer.
2830. Fischer, Frederick J. T. (Brother of HAF). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Heidelberg, Germany; July 18, 1876. 4 p.
Writes about the death of Catherine Blanchard Stoddard and about various
people.
2831. Zaraphonithes, A. D. (Class of 1873). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. No.
9 University Place; July 19, 1876. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Miss Arakelian's parents.
2832. Fischer, Herman Augustus (Husband of JWF). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Heidelberg, Germany; July 24, 1876. 2 p.
Writes about the announcement of the birth of Faith Fischer in the
newspapers. Writes about Catherine Blanchard Stoddard's death. Writes
about _Christian Cynosure_ and _The Illinoian_. Writes about considering
going to Zurich.
2833. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Seneca,
KS; August 1, 1876. 4 p.
Writes about Mrs. [C. B.] Stinson, a widow of a missionary, who wishes to
send her daughter to school. Writes that Mrs. Stinson wishes to find
employment as nurse or keeper of a boarding house. Writes that the
Educational Instructor in Albany, KS, died and asks if the Railroad went
there. Asks for a Wheaton College catalog.
2834. Lane, Catherine Bent (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Julia Blanchard
Fischer]. Wheaton, IL; August 5, 1876. 6 p.
Note: RPFC.
Encloses a program of Wheaton College's Commencement. Writes about the
Pettengill family. Mentions "Little Julia.".
2835. Fischer, Herman Augustus (Husband of JWF). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard
and Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; [c. August 7, 1876]. 2 p.
Writes about the return of Mr. and Mrs. Eaton to the US. Writes about
various people.
2836. Fischer, Julia Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard]. Heidelberg, Germany; August 7, 1876.
4 p.
Writes about Catherine Blanchard Stoddard's death and the illness of
Herman A. Fischer's brother. Says that her future plans are uncertain.
2837. Fisher, Carrie. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Aurora, IL; August 10,
1876. 2 p.
Writes that she is unable to visit. Sends photos.
2838. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Herman A.
Fischer]. n.p.; August 11, 1876. 1 p.
Note: written on Literary Union Program.
Writes that [Mary Belle Blanchard] is ill. Writes about Charles A.
Blanchard and about Wheaton College funds.
2839. Carter, O. N. (Teacher of Bookkeeping, Wheaton College). [Letter to Herman
A. Fischer]. Wheaton, IL; August 14, 1876. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about treasury work, purchases for Wheaton College, the boarding
hall, and having gone east to the Centennial.
2840. Fischer, Herman Augustus (Husband of JWF). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Heidelberg, Germany; August 17, 1876. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he is returning to America, and that Henry Fischer believes
himself close to death. Writes about the Centennial year.
2841. Fischer, Henry D. (Brother of HAF). [Letter to Herman A. Fischer].
Addison, IL; August 23, 1876. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he is under Dr. Zahn's care, that he is going to Florida for
the winter, and that money is being sent to Herman A. Fischer.
2842. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. n.p.; August 25, 1876. 1 p.
Sends $10.00 and writes about Ezra A. Cook.
2843. Hauks, Stella. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. South Haven, MI; September
1, 1876. 2 p.
Note: Torn.
Writes that she and her sister, [Helen], will not be in Wheaton during
the coming year. Writes that Mr. Manning's saw mill was destroyed by
fire.
2844. Blanchard, Cyrus Louis (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. n.p.; September 7, 1876. 2 p.
Writes about his courses and his expenses. Writes about the use of
tobacco and profanity among the [Hillsdale College] students. Writes
about Professor Rideout.
2845. Bolander, Lydia Hulett. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Lake City, IA;
September 13, 1876. 4 p.
Writes that 10 tons of hay spoiled and the streams are high because of
rain. Writes about grasshoppers. Writes about various people and says
that Aunt Abbie married.
2846. Kennedy, Sonora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. San Jose, CA; ca. September 19, 1876. 3 p.
Note: RPFC; Enclosed with a letter from Thomas Kennedy to Jonathan
Blanchard, dated September 19, 1876.
Writes that she engaged a German midwife.
2847. Kennedy, Thomas (Husband of SBK). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. San
Jose, CA; September 19, 1876. 3 p.
Note: RPFC; note attached from Sonora Blanchard Kennedy to Mary Bent
Blanchard, ca. September 19, 1876.
Writes about Southern and Catholic Elements in California politics.
2848. Merrill, Lillie M. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; September
19, 1876. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about "Mama," "Papa," and Papa's not wanting Mama to leave the
city on account of "her music.".
2849. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; September 26, 1876. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the Centennial year. Writes about Mr. Todd and an incident
involving Freemasons.
2850. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Morrison, IL; September 28, 1876. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about her will, about the establishment of an annual lecture on
Christianity vs. Earthly Religions, about James B. Walker who prayed at
Julia Blanchard Fischer's marriage, and about her minister's being a
Freemason.
Oversized.
2851. Blanchard, Cyrus Louis (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Hillsdale, MI; September 28, 1876. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about laundry and about being tempted to eat more than is good for
him. Personal accounts are listed at the bottom of the page.
2852. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Herman A.
Fischer]. Wheaton, IL; September 29, 1876. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives arrangements to meet Herman A. Fischer at the depot.
2853. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; [ca. October, 1876 ?]. 2 p.
Mentions that Mary Bent Blanchard visited Chicago. Writes that Mr.
Whipple and Mr. Bliss are planning to hold revival meetings. Mentions
visits from relatives. Mentions a German domestic servant and says that
Mary Bent Blanchard is "blest with namesakes.".
2854. Blanchard, Charles H. (Nephew of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. St. Louis, MO; October 7, 1876. 3 p.
Writes about his situation and says he has good health and three
children.
2855. Blanchard, Cyrus Louis (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; October 16, 1876. 1 p.
Writes that he needs money and that he wants to buy a Bible for a
student.
2856. Blanchard, Cyrus Louis (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Hillsdale, MI; October 23, 1876. 1 p.
Note: Postal Card.
Writes that kid gloves are not worn much. Writes that he nearly fell
from the top of the new college.
2857. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Cyrus Louis
Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; October 27, [1876]. 2 p.
Writes about Cyrus Louis Blanchard's narrow escape from an accident.
Writes about preparing the house for winter and mentions that Cyrus Louis
Blanchard's flute is well cared-for. Writes that she sent a pair of
gloves to him from Miss Hinman. Mentions that there are 14 people in "the
family." Says that the Wheaton Ministerial Association is to visit.
Mentions that Jonathan Blanchard is away preaching. Mentions that Maria
Blanchard Cook went to the Centennial. Mentions that Sonora Blanchard
Kennedy had a baby and that Mr. Hazzard is the Superintendant of the
Sunday School.
2858. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; November 9/11, 1876. 2 pp.
Writes that she will send a basque. Writes that she fears worse times if
the Democrats win the election. Writes about Domestic Servants. Says,
"The Irish are almost intolerable as it is." Writes about Politics and
the election. Writes about the Centennial.
2859. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Julia Blanchard
Fischer]. Peoria, IL; November 11, 1876. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that Blanchard Pettengill is travelling in Europe. Writes about
Faith Fischer's baby picture. Writes about the election.
2860. Blanchard, Cyrus Louis (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Hillsdale, MI; November 15, 1876. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Mentions a "ministerial throng" in Wheaton. Admits that he is prone to
extremes.
2861. Merrill, Lillie M. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; November
15, 1876. 1 p.
Thanks Mary Bent Blanchard for apples.
2862. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; November 20, 1876. 2 p.
Writes that she is to send a parcel. Writes about Maria Blanchard Cook
and about domestic servants.
2863. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Seneca,
KS; November 21, 1876. 2 pp.
Writes that the Court House is being rebuilt and writes about election
excitement.
2864. Fischer, Herman Augustus (Husband of JWF). [Letter to Cyrus Louis
Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; November 21, 1876. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Says he is tired of writing about Germany. Writes about Catherine
Blanchard Stoddard's children. Writes about leading a Sunday School for
Germans at the YMCA building and about a dancing school held in the YMCA
building.
2865. Fischer, Frederick J. T. (Brother of HAF). [Letter to [Herman A.
Fischer]]. Heidelberg, Germany; November 27, 1876. 4 p.
Writes about the "paper and the monthly". Writes about _Colner Zeitung_
and _Christian Cynosure_ and says that he does not agree with the course
taken by _Christian Cynosure_ and Christian papers. Writes about the cost
of pictures. Writes that he changed residences. Writes about politics
and says that the government was turned over to "rebels".
2866. Blanchard, Cyrus Louis (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Herman A. Fischer].
Hillsdale, MI; November 30, 1876. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Describes his Thanksgiving activities. Writes about the President and
the Collecting Agent for the college at Hillsdale. Writes about a
telescope. Asks for subscription cards for Wheaton College.
2867. Blanchard, Cyrus Louis (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Hillsdale, MI; December 3, 1876. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about a boy who hit him with a rock, about apologizing to some
boys for not acting like a Christian, and about speaking about Christ to
students.
2868. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Cyrus Louis
Blanchard]. n.p.; December 16, 1876. 1 p.
Sends money and encourages him to be diligent in his studies.
2869. Pettengill, Moses (Wheaton College Trustee). [Letter to Herman A.
Fischer]. Peoria, IL; December 18, 1876. 4 p.
Note: RPFC; Original Filed with the Fischer Papers.
Writes about a series of religious meetings. Mentions enclosing a
drawing of his house to assist Herman A. Fischer and Julia Blanchard
Fischer in planning their own. Writes about Wheaton College building
insurance. Says he is thinking of establishing a female educational
institute in Peoria. Gives a brief history of his life in Peoria. Talks
about insurance for Jonathan Blanchard's building.
2870. Fischer, Henry D. (Brother of HAF). [Letter to Herman A. Fischer]. Los
Gatos, CA; December 19, 1876. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the climate and the religion in the area.
2871. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Elmwood, IL; December 29, 1876. 3 p.
Writes about leading a meeting and preaching, and says that he is to
preach again. Writes that he thinks that Miss Christie ought to be
"allowed to go" if he gets money. Writes about farm instructions.
2872. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; [1877]. 2 p.
Asks about a place for Alice to work.
2873. Farrar, Laura Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; [ca. 1877]. 4 p.
Writes that schools are closed due to scarlet fever. Mentions that Rev.
Sumner was called to the pulpit.2874. Reade, Harriet A. M. [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Madison, WI; January
13, 1877. 4 p.
Writes that Mrs. Bissell died. Writes that a Norwegian girl, [Annie
Thompson], is seeking an education and wonders if there is a place in
Wheaton for her.
2875. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Julia Blanchard
Fischer]. Chicago, IL; January 16, 1877. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she sent yardage. Mentions a dentist bill and that she took
supper with Mr. Moody.
2876. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Julia Blanchard
Fischer]. Morrison, IL; January 19, 1877. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about financial matters.
2877. Reade, Harriet A. M. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Madison, WI; January
19, 1877. 2 p.
Writes that Annie Thompson is coming to Wheaton.
2878. Evans, Margaret J. (Preceptress of Carleton College). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Northfield, MN; January 29, 1877. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Mentions President Strong of Carleton College and defends her statements
in an earlier letter of recommendation for Miss Christie.
2879. Reade, Harriet A. M. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Madison, WI;
February 3, 1877. 3 p.
Writes that he is sending Annie Thompson's trunk to Wheaton. Mentions
trouble at Wheaton and [J. C.] Webster's endowment. Writes about
Jonathan Blanchard and about the _Daily Inter-Ocean_.
2880. Kimball, Carrie W. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Winnebago, IL;
February 7, 1877. 4 p.
Writes that the church is sociable. Writes about Harry Smith and his
sister, Julia. Writes that Willie Smith was to marry a Catholic.
2881. Fischer, Henry D. (Brother of HAF). [Letter to Herman A. Fischer]. Los
Gatos, CA; February 10, 1877. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; torn.
Gives his opinion of William H. Fischer.
2882. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Herman A. Fischer and
Julia Blanchard Fischer]. Morrison, IL; February 19, 1877. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about financial matters. Says she does not know Herman A.
Fischer's given name.
2883. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; March 1, 1877. 4 p.
Writes that Blanchard T. [Pettengill] will not take Charles A.
Blanchard's teaching position and writes about his weak eyes. Asks if it
is important for Moses Pettengill to attend the annual [Wheaton College
trustees'] meeting.2884. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; March 27, 1877. 3 p.
Writes that she is sending a parcel of clothing. Writes that Joseph
[Bent, Jr.] is the president of a Temperance Society. Mentions that the
[U.S.] President [Rutherford B. Hayes] is "wonderful.".
2885. Osborne, William. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Monroe, MO; March 27,
1877. 4 p.
Writes about teaching and about his debts to Wheaton College. Writes
that he heard that Herman A. Fischer had slandered him in connection with
Miss Christie by writing a hasty letter.
2886. Kennedy, Sonora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Los Gatos, CA; April 2, 1877. 4 p.
Writes that Thomas Kennedy addresed the Alumni Association of the State
Normal School. Writes that the payment on the new house is due in July
and asks Jonathan Blanchard how much her lot would sell for.
2887. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; April 6, 1877. 4 p.
Writes that Herman A. Fischer visited and that Blanchard T. Pettengill is
in Europe. Expresses the opinion that Wheaton College affairs "wear a
more favorable aspect." Writes that she is "trying the effect of blue
glass on ourselves and plants." Writes that Catherine Bent Dunning is
interested in dress reform. Writes that Joseph Bent [Jr.] is active in
the Temperance Cause and that [Moses Pettengill] was at a Temperance
meeting.
2888. Claflin, Isaac. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Lombard, IL; April 9,
1877. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Reaction to Jonathan Blanchard's proposal to resign. Describes Jonathan
Blanchard's influence in the area and relates what he has heard from
others regarding Jonathan Blanchard. Gives his support of Jonathan
Blanchard.
2889. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Colfax, IA; April 12, 1877. 2 p.
Writes that the local minister was asked to resign and says that she
plans to transfer her church membership.
2890. Clark, Annie. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Colfax, IA; April 19, 1877.
2 p.
Writes about various people.
2891. Morgan, Royal T. (Wheaton College Class of 1874). [Letter to Herman A.
Fischer]. Fountaindale, IL; April 25, 1877. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about taking taxidermy lessons and about mounted botanical
specimens. Asks for a post as an assistant teacher.
2892. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; May 1, 1877. 1 p.
Note: Enclosed with letter to Jonathan Blanchard from Moses Pettengill of
May 1, 1977.
Writes that Jennie Dunning is engaged and that Cousin E. died of cancer.
2893. Pettengill, Moses (Trustee of Wheaton College). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; May 1, 1877. 3 p.
Note: Enclosed with Hannah Bent Tyner Pettengill's letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard of May 1, 1877.
Writes that Blanchard T. Pettengill is in Europe. Writes that the
trustees asked [J. C.] Webster to resign. Writes that [Isaac] Claflin
asked Jonathan Blanchard to resign. Comments on the "near unanimous"
views of the Wheaton College trustees and says that he intends to attend
the Wheaton College commencement and trustee meeting.
2894. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Seneca,
KS; May 4, 1877. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Mentions a woman who had money in a bank which "broke up." Asks if
things have calmed down in Wheaton.
2895. Smith, Elizabeth. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Marseilles, IL; May 7,
1877. 3 p.
Writes that she is unable to accept Mary Bent Blanchard's "superb offer"
and says that she wishes to go to Wheaton College in the Fall.
2896. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; May 23, 1877. 4 p.
Writes of entertaining the Sunday School Convention delegates and about
the eye trouble of Blanchard T. Pettengill.
2897. Williston, C. L. (Wife of John P. Williston). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Northampton, MA; May 30, 1877. 4 p.
Writes that he is unable to donate money and says that Mrs. Richards lost
money in the Ocean Bank of New York when it failed. Writes that the
church burned down and that a contract for a new building was made.
Meanwhile, prayer meetings and services are being held at other sites.
Writes about Catherine Blanchard Stoddard's death.
2898. Washburn, E. B. C. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Worcester, MA; June 1,
1877. 2 p.
Writes of inability to donate to Wheaton College because the patents are
making no returns. Writes about [Catherine Blanchard Stoddard's] death.
2899. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Colfax, IA; June 4/7, 1877. 5 p.
Writes about teaching school. Writes that Mrs. Hardy had 20 teeth
extracted. Writes that Mr. Gordon, the local pastor, was asked to
resign. Asks if Julia Blanchard Fischer would board Abbie. Writes that
Nathaniel Cook wrote to her that he does not expect to marry. Writes, "I
have always been motherless, fatherless, and homeless.".
2900. Young, Belle M. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Petersburg, [MI]; June 5,
1877. 4 p.
Writes of visit to the east. Asks if the present [Wheaton College]
matron is to be retained and writes of plans to attend commencement.
2901. Aimsby, Mrs. Lewis. [Letter to Julia Blanchard Fischer]. Millbury, [ ];
June 10, 1877. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about her local church.
2902. Foster, Lydia C. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Onarga, IL; June 14,
1877. 4 p.
Mentions Mary Bent Blanchard taking in Catherine Blanchard Stoddard's
children and writes about her husband's death. Writes about the Good
Templars and _Christian Cynosure_.
2903. Zaraphonithes, A. D. (Wheaton College Class of 1873). [Letter to Herman A.
Fischer]. Brooklyn, NY; June 19, 1877. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Plans to visit Wheaton. Asks Herman A. Fischer to "bring that case
before the President about that diploma.".
2904. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard and
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Morrison, IL; June 21, 1877. 4 p.
Writes of praying for Wheaton College and the Anti-Secrecy cause. Writes
that she sent anti-secrecy materials to a man convalescing with a broken
leg. Writes about selling books, aout _Christian Cynosure_, and about
Oddfellows. Writes that Thomas Harrison died.
2905. Kennedy, Sonora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard]. San Jose, CA; June 22, 1877. 1 p.
Writes about Thomas Kennedy camping and about several people.
Oversized.
2906. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard and
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Morrison, IL; June 26, 1877. 2 p.
Gives words of encouragement for Jonathan Blanchard and writes about
Jonathan Blanchard's ill health. Writes that Mr. and Mrs. Paley will not
join a church admitting members of secret orders.
2907. Bishop, J. N. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; June 27, 1877.
1 p.
Sends a draft for $25, stating that he will keep the cancelled draft as a
souvenir and autograph.
2908. Fischer, Geraldine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; July 6, 1877. 3 pp.
Writes about a trip to Peoria and says that Horace Pettengill is ill.
Wrties that she attended a Thomas's concert in Chicago.
2909. Blanchard, Jonathan. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Streator, IL; July
16, 1877. 4 p.
Writes about a preacher, travel plans, and farm plans.
2910. Kimball, Carrie W. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Winnebago, IL; July
16, [1877]. 1 p.
Note: Postal Card.
Writes about her plans to arrive in Wheaton.
2911. Blake, K. S. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Brattleboro, VT; July 17,
1877. 1 p.
Writes about the Rev. Bascom and sends money to settle account.
2912. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; July 17, 1877. 1 p.
Asks if Mary Bent Blanchard will board Fremont Gunderson. Writes that
she wishes to know the location of property on which a mortgage is to be
foreclosed.
2913. Fischer, Geraldine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; July 17, 1877. 4 p.
Writes that she read Jonathan Blanchard's speech in the _Tribune_ and
writes about the _Wheaton Illinoian_. Writes that the Brewery and Cooper
shop burned. Writes about her cousin Joe.
2914. Bishop, J. N. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; July 18, 1877. 1 p.
Note: The words "send cat." are written on the letter in Mary Bent
Blanchard's hand.
Writes inability to call again and about Henry Asnoe.
2915. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard and Cyrus Louis Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; July 18, 1877. 2 pp.
Note: Seperate letters to Mary Bent Blanchard and Cyrus Louis Blanchard.
Writes to Mary Bent Blanchard that he has rarely done a harder week's
work and mentions [Moses] Pettengill. Writes to Cyrus Louis Blanchard
that Cyrus Louis Blanchard has fire and enthusiasm, but needs steadiness
and gives farm instructions for Boyce.
2916. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Herman A.
Fischer]. Paxton, IL; July 19, 1877. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about fundraising, about Carpenter House, and about a headache.
Says he spoke to an institute at Wenona and preached. Gives instructions
for repairs.
2917. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; July 20, 1877. 4 pp.
Gives possible locations of a marriage certificate to be filed at the
courthouse. Writes that he visited prospective students and left the
fundraising in Paxton to Charles A. Blanchard. Writes that he is to
preach. Writes of need to pay off debts.
2918. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Colfax, IA; July 26, 1877. 5 p.
Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to take Alice into her home. Writes that "Mary
is in the Insane Asylum [sic] at Mt. Pleasant.".
2919. Plumb, Samuel (Wheaton College Trustee). [Letter to Pettengill, Moses].
Streator, IL; July 30, 1877. 1 p.
Writes praise for Charles A. Blanchard as a minister and compares him to
C. G. Finney. Writes that Charles A. Blanchard is "one of the mighty men
of this age.".
2920. Smith, Mary E. Feemster. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. New London, CT;
August 2, 1877. 2 p.
Writes about her activities during an Eastern visit.
2921. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Seneca,
KS; August 10, 1877. 2 p.
Writes that Charles Avery Bent is to attend Wheaton College. Writes
about Wheaton as the center of anti-secretism.
2922. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Julia Blanchard
Fischer]. 3 miles from Baraboo, WI; August 10, [1877]. 2 p.
Writes that they nearly missed the train in Chicago and that the train
broke down. Mentions that Jonathan Blanchard is to preach.
2923. Feemster, Robert M. D. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Columbus, MS;
August 14, 1877. 2 p.
Thanks Mary Bent Blanchard for Sunday School papers. Writes about Quincy
Kennon, a black man who quit smoking when he read one of the papers.
Writes about the crops and about the Wheaton College trouble over the
[Webster Controversy].
2924. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; August 14, 1877. 4 p.
Writes that Blanchard T. Pettengill is considering study at a European
University. Writes about the pros and cons of his taking a position as a
professor.
2925. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; August 28, 1877. 4 p.
Writes about the Wheaton College trouble and about _Christian Cynosure_.
Mentions that the debt is nearly paid. Writes, "I have little faith in
the South." Writes that _The Daily Witness_ is defunct. Writes that there
is a lack of the spiritual in the churches.
2926. Chapell, E. (Mother of Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Malta, IL; September 4, 1877. 2 p.
Writes that Clarence will not go to Wheaton.
2927. Dow, T. E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Sycamore, IL; September 7,
1877. 2 p.
Writes that Elsie [Dow] is coming to Wheaton but will not be able to
avail herself of Mrs. Burns' offer. Writes that she eats bread and milk
and would like to board in Blanchard House.
2928. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; September 13, 1877. 3 pp.
Note: Includes a letter to Geraldine Blanchard Fischer.
Writes to Geraldine Blanchard Fischer about attending the fair and seeing
a portrait of Moses Pettengill displayed at there. Writes that Mrs.
Clark walked to the Pettengill's house and back to her own. In letter to
Mary Bent Blanchard, she writes that Blanchard T. Pettengill is in Europe
and wants advice on whether to extend his stay.
2929. Kennedy, Sonora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Los Gatos, CA; September 18, 1877. 1 p.
Note: Postal Card.
Writes of fleeing from diptheria in San Jose.
2930. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; October 8, 1877. 4 p.
Writes about Vassar College and about Domestic Servants. Writes that
Edward [Nichols] gave up project in Georgia. Mentions that fraud and
corruption "startle one almost every day" and writes about the Wheaton
College troubles. Writes that the rain damaged the railroad. Asks for
the date of Catherine Avery Bent's death and writes that Robin Lathrup is
dead.
2931. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; October 17, 1877. 1 p.
Thanks Mary Bent Blanchard for butter, grapes, and jelly.
2932. Pettengill, Moses (Wheaton College Trustee). [Letter to Herman A.
Fischer]. Peoria, IL; October 19, 1877. 3 p.
Note: RPFC; Original Filed with the Fischer Papers.
Writes about a conditional donation of $1000.00 to Wheaton College.
2933. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; October 22, 1877. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about clothing.
2934. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Morrison, IL; October 24, 1877. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Mary Ann Blanchard, the wife of Cyrus Lewis Blanchard.
Writes that she intends to come and spend the winter, writing a list of
the items she intends to bring.
2935. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; [ca. November, 1877]. 2 p.
Mentions religious interest at Wheaton College, that Blanchard T.
Pettengill is in Edinburgh, and that Mrs. Clark had a baby.
2936. Bishop, A. M. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Sylvan Lake, FL; November
16, 1877. 4 p.
Writes of her sister in Wheaton. Thanks Mary Bent Blanchard for
subscription to _The Advance_. Writes about northern people in Florida and
says that Miss Baker is married.
2937. Pettengill, Moses (Wheaton College Trustee). [Letter to Herman A.
Fischer]. n.p.; November 16, 1877. 3 p.
Note: RPFC; Original filed with the Fischer Papers.
Writes about donating money to Wheaton College and gives articles of
agreement to donate the money.
2938. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Samuel D.
Greene]. Wheaton, IL; November 22, 1877. 2 pp.
Writes about the Webster affair in which Webster is prosecuting Jonathan
Blanchard before the church on the complaint that Jonathan Blanchard is
an incompetent professor. Writes of financial distress and says,
"Chicago could be bought out for one half the money which its property
would have brought a year or two ago." Writes that he is unable to give
financial assistance to Greene and mentions taking in Catherine Blanchard
Stoddard's children.
2939. White, William G. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Worcester, MA; November
23, 1877. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Jonathan Blanchard's works on earth, about being pleased to
hear that Jonathan Blanchard survived troubles at Wheaton College, about
his first meeting Jonathan Blanchard, and about his own son. Mentions
Jonathan Blanchard's speech at Dayton.
2940. Carlson, Erl. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Andover, IL; November 24,
1877. 3 p.
Writes that Anna L. Dowell is recovering from illness and that Lydia
Dowell wishes to attend Wheaton College. Writes that he is a pastor of a
Swedish Lutheran Church. Asks for anti-secretism literature. Writes
about "The Ancient Order of U. Workmen.".
2941. Blanchard, Mary Ann (Sister-in-Law of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chestertown, NY; November 26, [1877 ?]. 2 p.
Writes that she is worried that her daughter, Katie, is ill and homesick.
2942. Blanchard, Mary Ann (Sister-in-Law of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chestertown, NY; December 5, [1877 ?]. 2 p.
Writes that she does not object to Katie Blanchard boarding with Julia
Blanchard Fischer. Gives an assessment of Katie Blanchard's character.
2943. Wells, Julia T. (Galesburg friend of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; December 7, 1877. 4 p.
Writes that Emma Willard married Rev. Lampe. Writes that Dr. Reynolds is
promoting the temperance cause. Writes that Frank is working to improve
the Knox College telescope. Gives the local news.
2944. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; December 8, 1877. 6 p.
Asks for the date of Samuel Bent's death. Writes about the Blanchard
Thanksgiving celebration. Writes about a Temperance revival and says
that Catholics are attending evening meetings. Writes that Lulu White
"has grown stout" [i.e. pregnant]. Writes that she is sending a parcel.
Writes that Edward gave up his plan in the south and writes about the
Catholics in the South and her fear that the South will rise up again.
Writes that Gertrude [Nichols] is at Brook's Seminary and Sophie
[Nichols] is at Vassar.
2945. Blanchard, Mary Ann (Sister-in-Law of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chester, NY; December 11, [1877 ?]. 4
p.
Sends instructions for "managing" Katie Blanchard. Describes how she
raised her children. Writes about Katie Blanchard's studies and her
"intimacy" with a domestic servant.
2946. Blanchard, Charles H. (Nephew of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. St. Louis, MO; December 13, 1877. 1 p.
Writes that he expects to be in Chicago and asks for Maria Blanchard
Cook's address.
2947. Smith, Mary E. Feemster. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; December
13, [1877]. 1 p.
Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to decide where Mr. Pierson shall board.
2948. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; December 25, 1877. 2 p.
Writes that she hopes the building money will be raised in time. Writes
about the non-celebration of Christmas and writes that Virginia Dunning
is married. Writes that the Principal of Vassar College, Miss Terry,
resigned. Writes about _The Advance_.
2949. Richardson, Mrs. C. H. [Letter to [Mary Bent Blanchard]]. San Jose, CA;
December 25, 1877. 2 p.
Writes of living near a Catholic school and nunnery and not liking it.
Writes about the death of a grandchild.
2950. Higginson, Stephen (Former boarder). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Deal, NJ; December 26, 1877. 1 p.
Note: Postal Card.
Sends a New Year's greeting.
2951. Fischer, Herman Augustus (Husband of JWF). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; ca. 1878. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about student bills charged to Jonathan Blanchard and suggests
that faculty vote on putting names on the beneficiary list.
2952. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; January 4, 1878. 1 p.
Writes about various people and thanks Mary Bent Blanchard for gifts.
2953. Kennedy, Sonora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. San Francisco, CA; January 9, 1878. 3 p.
Writes about various people.
2954. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; January 10, 1878. 2 pp.
Writes about the Webster Controversy. Sends thanks for _The Advance_.
2955. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. New Hartford, IA; January 19, 1878. 5 p.
Writes about teaching school. Writes that Hattie has gone to Wheaton.
Writes that a number of candidates for wives are in the area. Writes
that Willie [Stearns] got into lawsuits with unprincipled men. Writes
that Nathaniel Cook wishes to marry her. Writes that many Anti-Masons
are not willing to fight. Writes about Mary A. Blanchard, [the widow of
Cyrus Lewis Blanchard].
2956. Kennedy, Thomas (Husband of SBK). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. San
Jose, CA; January 19, 1878. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the Wheaton Church. Says he was invited to join a secret
order to discourage Chinese immigration. Writes about worker unrest in
San Francisco.
2957. Britten, Ellen. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Vienna, [WI]; January 20,
1878. 4 p.
Gives the family news about her mother, father and Birdie. Writes about
local church and prayer meetings. Writes about the [Webster Affair] and
about Wheaton Church Division. Writes about lawsuits, Freemasons, and
about _Christian Cynosure_.
2958. Kennedy, Sonora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; ca. January 22, 1878. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Enclosed with a letter from Thomas Kennedy to Jonathan
Blanchard, dated January 22, 1878.
Writes about a boarder and a baby.
Oversized.
2959. Kennedy, Thomas (Husband of SBK). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. San
Jose, CA; January 22, 1878. 3 p.
Note: RPFC; Enclosed with note from Sonora Blanchard Kennedy to Mary Bent
Blanchard, ca. January 22, 1878.
Writes about memories of Wheaton College.
Oversized.
2960. Booth, G. C. (Mother of student in Wheaton College Sub-Prep Dept.).
[Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; January 30, 1878. 2 p.
Writes about Alice [Booth's] progress at school and about ill health.
2961. Bent, Mary P. (Sister-in-Law of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; [February, 1878 ?]. 2 p.
Writes about her father's death and mentions that George W. Bent is ill.
2962. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; February 1, 1878. 4 p.
Writes that business is depressed and that Mr. Clark is to paint her
portrait. Writes that Minnie [Dunning] visited and is engaged to a man
in St. Louis. Writes about the Wheaton church split and about revival.
Says that Mr. Taylor is in the opposition faction. Writes that Charles
White is to work in a Peoria plow factory.
2963. Ellis, Ella M. (Wheaton College Prep Student). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. San Francisco, CA; February 4, 1878. 1 p.
Note: Written on letter to Mary Bent Blanchard from M. Lockwood.
Writes that she wishes to return to Wheaton College and bring her cousin,
Ella Bell Tripp.
2964. Lockwood, M. J. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; [ca. February 4,
1878]. 1 p.
Note: Written on letter to Jonathan Blanchard from Ella M. Ellis on
February 4, 1878.
Writes about wishes to place Ella Ellis in Wheaton College.
2965. Foster, Lydia C. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Onarga, IL; February 15,
1878. 2 p.
Writes about ill health and unexpected business matters.
2966. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; February 16, 1878. 4 p.
Writes about the Webster Affair and about the Wheaton church split.
Writes about the newspaper accounts of the council. Asks if Gov. Claflin
intends to prosecute Wheaton College.
2967. Blanchard, William Walter (Brother of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Paxton, IL; February 28, 1878. 4 pp.
Writes about following the Webster Affair in the papers. Writes that the
troubles caused him to rethink whether the grounds and methods of Wheaton
College and NCA were tenable. Wonders if the troubles will keep new
students away from Wheaton College.
2968. Foster, Lydia C. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Onarga, IL; March 5,
1878. 1 p.
Note: Postal Card.
Writes of reading of the Webster Affair in the papers.
2969. Hand, Maria C. (Mother of Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Elkhorn, WI; March 9, 1878. 3 p.
Thanks Mary Bent Blanchard for her interest in and care for Eva [Hand].
2970. Hand, Eva (Wheaton College Prep Student). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Elkhorn, WI; March 12, 1878. 2 pp.
Writes that Ada Hoyt wishes to go to Wheaton College and work for her
board.
2971. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; March 14, 1878. 4 p.
Writes about the Wheaton College debt and about taking a collection to
repair the local church. Writes about revival in Wheaton. Writes about
the Webster Affair and the threat of excommunication. Writes that Minnie
Dunning is to marry a Catholic. Writes that Mr. Donaghe died and that
Mr. Bartlett bought the Swift prperty. Sends money for Edmond Ronayne's
book on Freemasonry and writes about Masons in the church.
2972. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; [ca. March 14, 1878]. 2 p.
Writes about the Webster Controversy and the division of the Wheaton
Church. Mentions that Mrs. Eaton died. Says that George W. Bent plans to
sell out and move to the West.
2973. Maggie, Mrs. A. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Rock Island, IL; March
16, 1878. 2 p.
Writes that she is willng to accept a position as a domestic servant and
that the Distillery burned.
2974. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to [Geraldine
Blanchard Fischer]]. Peoria, IL; March 16, 1878. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Mr. Clark painting her portrait. Says that Mrs. Burnham's
mother died and her husband left and that Mrs. Wood's mother also died.
2975. Foster, Lydia C. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Onarga, IL; March 21,
1878. 1 p.
Note: Postal Card.
Writes that Mary Bent Blanchard sent newspaper accounts of Webster
Affair.
2976. Kennedy, Thomas (Husband of SBK). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. San
Jose, CA; March 25, 1878. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that Father Kennedy was bitten by a dog. Says he thought about
writing about [J.C.] Webster's competency.
2977. Wells, Julia T. (Galesburg Friend of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; March 27/April 1, [1878]. 4 p.
Writes that Julia Browning died. Writes about a temperance and religious
revival. Mentions that she took Mr. Hinman's letter and Jonathan
Blanchard's rpinted sermon to Mrs. Boon. Writes that she told Mrs. Delano
to say to Mr. Bascom that she wanted to scold him for his participation
in the ex-parte council.
2978. Tynan, Mary E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Sunnyside, Dakota
Territory; April, 1878. 4 p.
Writes that the local Methodist Church failed and that the Baptists are
starting a church. Asks Mary Bent Blanchard's opinion of whether or not
she ought to be baptized by immersion. Writes that she heard that Elder
Freeman was an Oddfellow.
2979. Hench, William R. (Wheaton College Class of 1877). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Fountaindale, IL; April 3, 1878. 4 p.
Writes about the Webster Affair.
2980. Kennedy, Sonora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. San Jose, CA; April 3, 1878. 1 p.
Note: Postal Card.
Writes about Nora Blanchard Kellogg, Mrs. Bryant, and Mrs. Richardson.
2981. Blanchard, William Walter (Brother of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Paxton, IL; April 8, 1878. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Gives his thoughts on documents about the Chapman trial and the Wheaton
Council. Writes about bad ministers and the lodge influence. Says he
was blackballed at the general association meeting. Describes his labors
to restore churches. Admits his mistake in not realising the power of
Christian living as an example.
2982. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to ?]. Wheaton,
IL; April 9, 1878. 1 p.
Writes that Grassie and Dickenson ordered 10 copies of the Council's
report. Mentions that J. C. Webster thinks it his duty to oppose Jonathan
Blanchard.
2983. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; April 9, 1878. 6 p.
Writes that she has not received the book for which she sent money.
Writes about spring cleaning. Writes that the former president of the
collapsed bank, Mr. Redfield, was arrested. Mentions that there are over
40 grog shops in Tarrytown and none in Wheaton. Writes that the Masons
were pleased with Dr. Crook's address. Writes about temperance and
mentions that Minnie Dunning is engaged. Writes about the Webster Affair
and about Jonathan Blanchard being fined and excommunicated.
2984. Booth, G. C. (Mother of Wheaton College Prep Student). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; April 10, 1878. 3 p.
Writes that Alice is homesick and that she intends to visit her. Writes
about Alice's bill and sends money. Writes about the Webster Affair and
that she read Jonathan Blanchard's sermon.
2985. Cook, Ezra Asher (Son-in-Law of JB and MAB). [Letter to Philo Carpenter].
n.p.; April 11, 1878. 2 p.
Note: Letterbook Copy.
Writes that Carpenter is being quoted as evidence that Jonathan Blanchard
is a liar and desires him to publish a statement to clear Jonathan
Blanchard of the charge.
2986. Cook, Ezra Asher (Son-in-Law of JB and MAB). [Letter to "The readers of
the Cynosure"]. Chicago, IL; April 12, 1878. 1 p.
Note: Letterbook copy.
Writes that a letter he wrote to J. M. Chapman was not intended to
question or contradict a statement made by Jonathan Blanchard.
2987. Richardson, Mrs. C. H. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. San Jose, CA;
April 18, 1878. 3 p.
Writes that he is considering moving to Wheaton. Writes about antisecretism sentiment in the area.
2988. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to [Julia Blanchard
Fischer]]. Peoria, IL; May 4, 1878. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the birth of [Paul B. Fischer] and the ill health of Moses
Pettengill. Says she hopes Jonathan Blanchard will not be "cut off" by
the Elgin Association.
2989. Cobb, Mary P. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; May 9, [1878 ?
]. 1 p.
Resigns from the Wheaton College Ladies' Advisory Board.
2990. Dowell, Anna L. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Andover, IL; May 16,
1878. 1 p.
Writes that Lydia Dowell may go to Wheaton College.
2991. Blanchard, William Walter (Brother of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Paxton, IL; May 19/20, 1878. 4 p.
Writes about the Webster Affair and says that he thinks Jonathan
Blanchard's troubles may be partly caused by his abrasive style. Calls
the opposition to Jonathan Blanchard "satanic...arbitrary, unprincipled,
unscrupulous, unfeeling, inhumane." Writes that Jonathan Blanchard's
criticism of Sturtevant and Illinois College was uncalled for. Writes
about Catherine Blanchard Stoddard and Mary Blanchard (Daughter)
characters. Writes about Beecher's case. Mentions that he never felt
comfortable at Wheaton. Writes that Mariah Fletcher married a widower,
Daniel Armstrong, and writes about their family, asking Mary Bent
Blanchard to visit them if she goes to Chicago.
2992. Bent, Charles A. (Nephew of JB and MAB). [Letter to [Mary Bent
Blanchard]]. Seneca, KS; May 21, 1878 [?]. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Expects to go to Nebraska. Mentions "the trouble.".
2993. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; May 21, 1878. 4 p.
Writes about the Action of the Association and about Mr. Foster, a
delegate favorable to Jonathan Blanchard to the State Association. Asks
if they should attend the Association meeting. Writes about Jonathan
Blanchard's expulsion from church. Writes that Blanchard T. Pettengill
visited his Aunt Stout. Writes of visiting Mrs. Stevens concerning the
State Association meeting and writes that she felt that a committee would
be appointed to examine the Webster Affair and the decision of the Elgin
Association would be overturned.
2994. Rinney, Ellen. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. n.p.; May 29, 1878. 2 p.
Sends thanks for the papers, mentioning having donated $1.
2995. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; May 30, 1878. 2 p.
Writes about the action of the State Association. Writes that 80 people
signed a paper asking for an essay on Secret Societies which was not
acted upon by the program committee. Writes about Sherman Williams' wife
and son.
2996. Smith, Mary E. Feemster. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Columbus, GA;
May 31, [1878 ?]. 1 p.
Note: Postal Card.
Writes that she is teaching music in a colored school. Mentions the
"doleful account of affairs in the college." Writes that she is seeking a
position in a college.
2997. Young, Belle M. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; June 1,
1878. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Professor Bent and his daughter.
2998. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; June 8/10, 1878. 4 p.
Alludes to Jonathan Blanchard's punching of J. M. Chapman on the train
and gives her opinion regarding the incident. Writes that Mr. Stevens is
indignant at the spirit shown by Jonathan Blanchard's opponents. Writes
that Charles White is unemplyed as a result of plow factory lay-offs.
2999. Richardson, Mrs. C. H. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; June 12,
1878. 3 p.
Writes of visiting Sonora Blanchard Kennedy. Writes about the prevalence
of infidelity and mentions that most people come to California to make
money. Writes about her daughter, Mrs. Hall, and about her plans to come
to Wheaton.
3000. Richardson, Mrs. C. H. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. San Jose, CA; June
21, 1878. 1 p.
Writes of plans to go to Wheaton and of hearing that Mary Bent Blanchard
was going to leave Wheaton.
3001. Cook, Ezra Asher (Son-in-Law of JB and MAB). [Letter to Philo Carpenter].
Chicago, IL; June 22, 1878. 4 p.
Note: Letterbook Copy.
Writes that Carpenter is being quoted as evidence against Jonathan
Blanchard and asks Carpenter to make a statement to clear Jonathan
Blanchard's name. Mentions Carpenter's repudiation of a pledge to Wheaton
College.
3002. Gleason, H. J. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; June 25, 1878.
2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes of his intention to send tickets for transportation to Omaha.
Writes about the N.P. and C.P. Railroads and about the possibility of
trading tickets for an advertisement in [_Christian Cynosure_?].
3003. Richardson, Mrs. C. H. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; July 4,
1878. 1 p.
Writes that she read the report of the council concerning the Webster
Affair and decided not to come to Wheaton.
3004. Higginson, Stephen (Former Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Eatontown, NJ; July 9, 1878. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Describes his activites since graduation. Writes that James Higginson
was killed in a snow slide in Utah Territory.
3005. Carpenter, Philo (Landowner and philanthropist). [Letter to Ezra A. Cook].
Chicago, IL; July 15, 1878. 4 p.
Gives facts concerning accusations made in Ezra A. Cook's letter of June
22, 1878. Denies repudiating a pledge made to Wheaton College, saying
that he made a conditional proposition, not a pledge long ago. Mentions
his letters to J. M. Chapman and Jonathan Blanchard.
3006. Bent, Mary P. (Sister-in-Law of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Seneca, KS; July 18, 1878. 1 p.
Note: Postal Card.
Writes about Mary Bent Blanchard planning to visit.
3007. Washburn, E. B. C. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Worcester, MA; July
19, 1878. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Sends donation to Wheaton College.
3008. Tynan, Mary E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Sunny Side, Dakota
Territory; July 22, 1878. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Baptists and Episcopalians, about Methodists, her family,
Sunday School, and the crops.
3009. Wells, Julia T. (Galesburg Friend of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; July 22/26, 1878. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that John's house was struck by lightning.
3010. Carpenter, Philo (Chicago Landowner and Philanthropist). [Letter to
Jonathan Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; July 29, 1878. 4 p.
Explains his side of a misunderstanding between Jonathan Blanchard and
himself concerning a subscription to Wheaton College. Speaks of a need
to reform the _Christian Cynosure_ to make it less of a personal mouthpiece
and says that many are driven away from the reform by the _Christian
Cynosure_'s "repulsion criticism and condemnation." Says that there is a
need for "toleration and a more catholic Christian charity.".
3011. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Streator, IL; July 31, 1878. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Phototcopy; Original filed with Charles A. Blanchard papers.
Writes about fundraising. Suggests sending catalogs to former students.
Writes that he lectured.
Oversized.
3012. Cryan, Agnes Ellen. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Stratford, Ontario;
August 2, 1878. 1 p.
Note: Postal Card.
Writes that Mr. Smith has not sold lots.
3013. Finch, Minerva (Wheaton College Class of 1878). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Pleasant Shore, MI; August 5, 1878. 2 p.
Asks that 12 copies of _Christian Cynosure_ be sent to her father.
3014. Stoddard, Mary Irene (Granddaughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Galva, IL; August 7, 1878. 1 p.
Note: Postal Card.
Writes about family members.
3015. Rinney, Ellen. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; August 10, [1878 ?].
3 p.
Writes that she received papers and a card and asks for more papers.
Mentions that her son was ill and her neighbor died.
3016. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Julia Blanchard
Fischer]. Galesburg, IL; August 16, 1878. 1 p.
Note: Postal Card.
Suggests wrapping a baby in hot towels for spasms and writes about the
people she visited.
3017. Pettengill, Blanchard T. (Nephew of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; August 19, 1878. 1 p.
Note: Postal Card.
Writes that Moses Pettengill and Hannah Bent Tyner Pettengill are in
Nantucket, Massachusetts.
3018. Straw, Darien A. (Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Winnebago, IL; August 22, 1878. 3 p.
Writes about the harvest work. Writes that he wishes to return to
Wheaton College and board with the Blanchards and that his sister might
come to Wheaton College.
3019. Cryan, Agnes Ellan. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Stratford, Ontario;
August 29, 1878. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about taking Turkish Baths and Electric Baths as treatment for a
kidney condition.
3020. Kennedy, Sonora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; ca. September 4, 1878. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; enclosed with Thomas Kennedy's letter to Jonathan Blanchard
and Mary Bent Blanchard, dated September 4, 1878.
Welcomes the Blanchards to visit.
3021. Kennedy, Thomas (Husband of SBK). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard and Mary
Bent Blanchard]. San Jose, CA; September 4, 1878. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; note enclosed from Sonora Blanchard Kennedy to Jonathan
Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard, ca. September 4, 1878.
Welcomes the Blanchards to visit.
3022. Stoddard, James Philemon (Son-in-Law of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Ligonier, IN; September 10, 1878. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he is thinking of deeding his lot in Byron to Mary Bent
Blanchard or Mother Stoddard in compensation for caring for his children.
Writes that he preached and that a defeated candidate for governor spoke
and drew a crowd. Discusses boarding arrangements for the children.
3023. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard and
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Morrison, IL; September 16, 1878. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the Axley girls, about young McBeth, and prospective Wheaton
College students. Says she is undergoing electrical treatment and
suggests it for Jonathan Blanchard. Writes that Mrs. Hinkson, an old
woman, was kept from death by an electrifying machine. Writes about
Kansas crops and immigration. Writes about distributing Sunday School
materials and Moody Hymn books. Mentions distributing _Christian Cynosure_.
3024. Kennedy, Sonora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. San Jose, CA; September 23/24, 1878. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that Father Kennedy had cholera and that Thomas Kennedy shot nine
quail.
3025. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Julia Blanchard
Fischer]. Peoria, IL; September 25, 1878. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Enclosed with a letter from Moses Pettengill to Herman A.
Fischer, dated September 25, 1878. Original filed with the Fischer
Papers.
Says Cousin Frank returned from Europe. Writes about a fatal buggy
accident involving relatives.
3026. Pettengill, Moses (Wheaton College Trustee). [Letter to Herman A.
Fischer]. Peoria, IL; September 25, 1878. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Letter enclosed from Hannah Bent Tyner Pettengill to Julia
Blanchard Fischer, dated September 25, 1878. Original filed with the
Fischer Papers.
Writes about paying interest on his note.
3027. Wells, Julia T. (Galesburg Friend of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; September 25, [1878]. 2 p.
Note: Torn.
Writes that she attended the Delano Golden Wedding Anniversary. Mentions
that the Wheaton College debt is cancelled.
3028. Fust, Minerva. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Gilmore, MI; September 26,
1878. 1 p.
Note: Postal Card.
Asks for photographs of Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard.
3029. Blanchard, William Walter (Brother of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Paxton, IL; September 30, 1878. 4 p.
Writes that Mr. Worrel, an anti-masonic minister, has a son, Edwin, who
wishes to attend Wheaton College. Writes about a masonic funeral with a
methodist minister.
3030. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; October 2, 1878. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about property matters.
3031. Finch, Minerva (Wheaton College Class of 1878). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Pleasant Shore, MI; October 5, 1878. 1 p.
Note: Postal Card.
Thanks Mary Bent Blanchard for pictures.
3032. Stoddard, Ernest Israel (Son of JPS and CBS). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Batavia, IL; October 5, 1878. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he received overalls and pictures of Mary Bent Blanchard.
3033. Delano, A. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; October 8,
1878. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about failing to have called upon Mary Bent Blanchard.
3034. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Morrison, IL; October 14/18, 1878. 4 p.
Writes that Mrs. Wells and Mary [Wells] are preparing to go to Wheaton.
Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to find a boarding place for Albert and Chester.
Writes about Mrs. Wells' character.
3035. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; October 16, 1878. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes, "There is no promise of the Depot to Filmore." Writes that Snow
is "evidently guilty of fraud" and that W. I. Phillips' church is to
withdraw "from the lodge ridden association.".
3036. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; October 17, 1878. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he took money out of a letter.
3037. Blanchard, William Walter (Brother of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Paxton, IL; October 18, 1878. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Says he received a photo of Mary Bent Blanchard. Writes about Bro.
Morrel's 19 year-old son who preaches. Suggests Jonathan Blanchard
"carry a very even hand in politics." On the election, he states, "they
finally seated a goose in stockings for president." Writes about Party
Corruption.
3038. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; October 24, 1878. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Moody's Church, and mentions thinking of attending a
Congregational Minister's Meeting. Writes about food and the state
meeting.
3039. Rinney, Ellen. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; October 26, [1878 ?
]. 3 p.
Writes that she is expecting a baby.
3040. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; October 28, 1878. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that Maria Blanchard Cook moved. Writes about Mrs. Delano's
Golden Wedding celebration in which they "remarried themselves in Quaker
style." Writes that Mrs. Delano broke her arm. Writes about the action
of the Elgin Association censuring those who ordained Charles A.
Blanchard and about Jonathan Blanchard's excommunication. Writes that
Mrs. D[elano?] was given a purse of fifty gold dollars. Cautions against
unverified statements in _Christian Cynosure_. Writes about Charles A.
Blanchard's new baby.
3041. Dewey, Sarah M. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Toulon, IL; October 29,
1878. 1 p.
Note: Postal Card.
Thanks Mary Bent Blanchard for a photo. Writes about being thrown from a
buggy.3042. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard and
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Morrison, IL; November 4, 1878. 2 p.
Note: Separate letters to Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard.
Writes to Jonathan Blanchard that she and Jonathan Blanchard "understand
each others principles" and can "discern perverse things." Writes to
Mary Bent Blanchard that Mrs. Coe is ill. Writes that Mr. and Mrs.
Ballad are living in her house. Writes: "of late I have been called very
handsome." Writes that Jonathan Blanchard asked her not to write sister
C. L. "about what had occured." Writes that Samuel [Blanchard] may have
said he didn't approve of Jonathan Blanchard's reform work.
3043. Blanchard, Ellen (Wife of CAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. New York,
NY; November 9, 1878. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; typed.
Writes that Charles A. Blanchard plans to speak.
3044. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; November 9, 1878. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Asks if Mary Bent Blanchard or Julia Blanchard Fischer would like a
"Swede girl." Mentions a state meeting at Wheaton.
3045. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; November 15, 1878. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that Annie Arnander wants to go to Wheaton College. Writes about
coming to Wheaton. Note added by Ezra A. Cook about meeting the train.
3046. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; November 19, 1878. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about a convention at Worcester. Says that Mary Lovell Baldwin's
illness was caused by the sight of corpse.
3047. Blanchard, William Walter (Brother of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Paxton, IL; November 20, 1878. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about two prospective students: Daniel W. Terry and Adds Terry.
Writes that Mr. Terry is a Campbellite. Writes about Heaselquist, former
president of Augustana College. Promotes Paxton's possible locale for
the upcoming NCA meeting.
3048. Wood, Mrs. H. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Sycamore; November 22,
[1878 ?]. 2 p.
Writes about Emily Wood and the manner in which she was taught.
3049. Blanchard, Ellen (Wife of CAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Allegheny, PA; November 26, 1878. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about travels in the East, relatives, and Charles A. Blanchard's
fundraising.
3050. Semanthe. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; November 30,
1878. 4 p.
Thanks Mary Bent Blanchard for the photographs and writes about the
Women's Christian Association.
3051. Kennedy, Sonora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. San Jose, CA; December 2, 1878. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Postal Card.
Writes about relatives.
3052. Meacham, H. P. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Oak Park, IL; December 4,
1878. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Suggests that Mary Bent Blanchard not board Carrie Dehm.
3053. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; December 14, 1878. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she is afflicted with a dumb ague. Writes about the wedding
reception of Mr. Scrivens. Mentions the Exparte Council findings and the
Hart Document. Mentions the death of Mr. Olds.
3054. Smith, Mary E. Feemster. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.; December
18, 1878. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Richard McDonald and the impoverished state of the
Richardsons. Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to write to Mr. Wagner. Writes
about the Ladies' Advisory Board.
3055. Dunning, Catherine Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
New Haven, CT; December 21, 1878. 6 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that her life is not one of ease and leisure. Writes about Mary
Bent Blanchard and Jonathan Blanchard not going to California, about
Jonathan Blanchard and anti-masonry, and about the Freemasons and a
businessman.
3056. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard and
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Morrison, IL; December 25, 1878. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about debts, treatments with an electrifying machine, having taken
Communion, and about the "rich trustees of the Presbyterian Church" who
"object to Bro. Brown's occupying next Sabbath.".
3057. Blanchard, Cyrus Louis (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; [1879 ?]. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Asks that Mary Bent Blanchard send him his clothes and distribute some
cards.
3058. Blanchard, Jonathan; Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (President of Wheaton
College and Wife). [Letter to ?]. n.p.; [1879]. 1 p.
Note: Fragment; Ripped.
Jonathan Blanchard writes about writing a book. Mary Bent Blanchard
writes that [Geraldine Blanchard Fischer] is to graduate.
3059. Kellogg, Henry Lyman (Son-in-Law of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; [1879 ?]. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Desires Mary Bent Blanchard to meet with her class and introduce her
substitute.
3060. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Tarrytown, NY; January 13, 1879. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she is sending a parcel. Writes about the very cold weather,
about sleighing, and about Sabbath-breakers.
3061. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; January 15, 1879. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about manuscripts, and upcoming meetings in Chicago and at Wheaton
College. Mentions the wide-spread knowledge of the disturbances at
Wheaton College, and the Colton and May Law Suit. Asks about the cow.
3062. Higginson, Stephen (Former Wheaton College Student). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Colt's Neck, NJ; January 18, 1879. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about a week of prayer, about a teacher, about having subscribed
to _Christian Cynosure_, and about the few Secret Society men in Rural. A
note of February 26, 1879 explains that Higginson's bank account "became
minus.".
3063. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; February 3, 1879. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about meetings in Wheaton. Mentions that Jonathan Blanchard's
name was removed as Vice President of AMA. Writes about Jonathan
Blanchard advocating a new mission, and a week of Prayer. Mentions that
Mr. Clark is painting pictures. Writes that the railroad withdrew halffare tickets.
3064. Blanchard, William Walter (Brother of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Paxton, IL; February 4, 1879. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Describes hard times. Writes about U.P. ministers and anti-secret
society reforms. Suggests Paxton as venue for future NCA convention.
Writes that he believes the circulation of _Christian Cynosure_ should be
given precedence over other NCA activities. Asks for Geraldine Blanchard
Fischer to copy the family record and send it to him. Writes about a
revival at Wheaton College.
3065. Plumb, Samuel (Wheaton College Trustee). [Letter to Cyrus Louis
Blanchard]. Streator, IL; February 4, 1879. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Asks him to preach.
3066. McKee, Sarah W. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Aurora, IL; February 5,
1879. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about various people.
3067. Washburn, E. B. C. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Worcester, MA;
February 5, 1879. 2 p.
Sends royalty money as a donation to Wheaton College and writes about
Smith college.
3068. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; February 9, 1879. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Asks to buy _Sunday at Home_, in order to reprint it.
3069. Blanchard, Cyrus Louis (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; February 10, 1879. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Sends 40 cents. Gives new address.
3070. Webster, J. C. (Former Professor, Wheaton College). [Letter to Isaac
Preston]. Lisbon,; February 11, 1879. 5 p.
Note: Fragment; See Maria Blanchard Cook's letter to Isaac Preston for a
transcription of the complete letter. The last page of the letter is
written on an appeal for _Christian Cynosure_ subscriptions from Ezra A.
Cook dated January 14, 1879.
Gives a response to Preston's "eulogy" of Jonathan Blanchard in the
_Chicago Times_. Writes about matters of disagreement between himself and
Jonathan Blanchard. Says that Jonathan Blanchard's claim of secret
society opposition to him is in this case unfounded, since many of his
opponents are anti-secretists. Mentions that it is his opinion that
secret societies "pitched in to help the strife." Mentions Charles G.
Finney's theology and anti-masonic policy.
3071. Pettengill, Moses (Wheaton College Trustee). [Letter to Isaac Preston].
Peoria, IL; February 14, 1879. 3 p.
Sends thanks for an article about Jonathan Blanchard from the _Chicago
Times_. Laments a lack of timely reformers, mentioning the fields of
slavery, intemperance, and secretism.
3072. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Cyrus Louis
Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; February 17, 1879. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Takes Cyrus Louis Blanchard to task for not giving Jonathan Blanchard a
respectful answer when asked about his future plans. Urges him to resist
temptation.
3073. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Uncle Sam, CA; February 17, 1879. 6 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about her marriage to Nathaniel Cook and about his illness. Says
the SDA minister visited, that Alice married Will Fry, and that Annie
married Tomy Jones.
3074. Kennedy, Sonora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard]. San Jose, CA; February 22, 1879. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about anti-secretism, friends and relatives.
3075. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Isaac Preston].
Chicago, IL; February 24, 1879. 10 p.
Note: Includes a transcription of J. C. Webster's letter to Preston of
February 11, 1879.
Writes about J. C. Webster's letter of February 11, 1879. Comments on
Preston's article about Jonathan Blanchard. Writes about Lodge influence
in the Webster Affair. Says that the controversy has injured Jonathan
Blanchard's reputation. Mentions Jonathan Blanchard's anti-Masonic work,
saying that he wrote the resolutions against secretism which were passed
at Farmington in 1846. Mentions that I. A. Hart asked Jonathan Blanchard
to cooperate with J. C. Webster and the church pastor in installing Prof.
Haskell as President of Wheaton College.
3076. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Isaac Preston].
Chicago, IL; February 25, 1879. 5 p.
Same content as letter of February 24, 1879 from Maria Blanchard Cook to
Isaac Preston, but without the transcription of Webster's letter.
3077. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Isaac
Preston]. Chicago, IL; Febrary 26, 1879. 4 p.
Answers a letter from J. C. Webster to Claflin concerning the Webster
Controversy. Writes about President Finney and Finney's support of the
Quint Council. Writes that Oberlin College is "controlled by the Lodge."
Writes about Webster's brand of anti-masonry and "the case of Mr. Webster
as I see it." Writes that Webster was incompetent and never raised funds
for the Wheaton College building.
3078. Blanchard, Cyrus Louis (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; March 1, 1879. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Mr. H. Asks Mary Bent Blanchard to send a hat and overcoat.
3079. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; March 1, 1879. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Compliments Mary Bent Blanchard on her ability to get along without much
money. Writes that Minnie [Dunning] is to marry a Catholic, and that Mr.
D[unning] is said to be insane at times. Writes that George "scooped" on
an invention. Describes repairs done to her home.
3080. Dunning, Catherine Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
New Haven, CT; March 2, 1879. 1 p.
Note: Postal Card.
Writes about daily church meetings and about Maria Bent Nichols and
Hannah Bent Tyner Pettengill.
3081. Preston, Isaac. [Letter to J. C. Webster]. Lockport, IL; March 3, 1879. 25
p.
Response to Webster's letter of February 11, 1879 giving his views on the
Webster Affair. Mentions Jonathan Blanchard's anti-Masonic work.
3082. Newton, D. F. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Toledo, OH; March 4, 1879. 2
p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that his wife died. Encloses a poem, "The Dying Wife.".3083. Wells,
Julia T. (Galesburg Friend of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; March 5, 1879. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the Temperance cause, about the Gabhart family and
temperance, and about Wheaton College's debt.
3084. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard and
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Morrison, IL; March 10/11, 1879. 6 p.
Note: RPFC; Letter enclosed from Selima Blanchard Allen to Henry L.
Kellogg, ca. March 11, 1879.
Mentions looking at her letters in the Blanchard attic. Writes about her
debts and assets, about paying taxes, about reading old letters, and
about the new railroad being built. Mentions that the county seat is to
be in Morrison.
3085. Dunning, Catherine Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
New Haven, CT; March 10, 1879. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Jonathan Blanchard's thoughts of writing an autobiography.
3086. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB). [Letter to Henry L. Kellogg].
n.p.; ca. March 11, 1879. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Enclosed with letter from Selima Blanchard Allen to Jonathan
Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard, dated, March 10/11, 1879.
Writes about various people.
3087. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; March 13, 1879. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about taxes owed on property.
3088. Rood, Mary E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Sheridan, IL; March 14,
1879. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she desires to rent rooms to gentlemen students.
3089. Thompson, Annie. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Blair, WI; March 15,
1879. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that Mrs. Brookins owes her money.
3090. Rood, Mary E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; March 18,
1879. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she changed her mind about renting rooms.
3091. Terry, A. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Paxton, IL; March 25, 1879. 2
p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he desires to attend school and work for his board.
3092. Blanchard, William Walter (Brother of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Paxton, IL; March 30, 1879. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Describes religion in the area. Writes about Maria and her husband, and
about Charles A. Blanchard's sermon being printed. Suggests expanding
the focus of _Christian Cynosure_. Writes about Mr. Carnahan, a Baptist
holiness preacher. Discusses Jonathan Blanchard and Wheaton holiness
meetings, in which Jonathan Blanchard said he would cut off his arm to
obtain sanctification. Writes about attaining sanctification. Sends
money.
3093. Beach, Minnie C. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; April 2,
1879. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Inquires about an opening in the art department at Wheaton College.
3094. Blanchard, William Walter (Brother of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard
and Jonathan Blanchard]. Paxton, IL; April 9, 1879. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Mentions the ages of Jonathan Blanchard and the other siblings. Gives
advice on disciplining Young Worrel. Writes about Ronayne's books.
Mentions Selima Blanchard Allen's conversion and why he never chose to
live with her. Gives opinions and comments on siblings.
3095. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. n.p.;
ca. April 10, 1879. 3 p.
Note: RPFC; Enclosed with letter from Mary Paine Bent to Mary Bent
Blanchard, dated April 10, 1879.
Writes about selling the property.
3096. Bent, Mary P. (Sister-in-Law of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Seneca, KS; April 10, 1879. 3 p.
Note: RPFC; Note attached from George W. Bent to Mary Bent Blanchard, ca.
April 10, 1879.
Writes that they sold the farm and are going to move, that Charles A.
Bent is going to the "colony lands," and that Arthur Bent wants to be a
harness maker. Mentions enclosing a rattlesnake skin.
3097. Newton, D. F. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard].
Toledo, OH; April 14, 1879. 4 p.
Writes that she has resolved to write a biographical sketch of her
husband. Adds a postscript saying that on second consideration, she
could not place such a sketch in the hands of one "destitute _in any
measure_ of gospel vim or vitality.".
3098. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Uncle Sam, CA; April 21, 1879. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Thinks that Mary Bent Blanchard may find Californians to be like
Easterners. Writes about Prof. Boulon's Band, and about a barbeque and
ball planned by "rum sellers and saloon men." Mentions about a Methodist
minister who does not "come out boldly against any sin," and about a
scandal in the church.
3099. Bent, Joseph Avery (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Topeka, KS; April 23, 1879. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Postal Card.
Writes that he is ill with typhoid pneumonia.
3100. Birch, Mrs. W. S. [Letter to "Dr. M. H. Blanchard" [Mary Bent Blanchard?
]]. Chicago, IL; April 23, 1879. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Postal Card.
Writes about engaging Prof. Foster and sending for "Unions.".
3101. Lane, Catherine Bent (Niece of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Topeka, KS; April 25, 1879. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Postal Card.
Writes about Joseph Avery Bent's illness, about Prof. Collier's daughter,
about Pres. McViccar of Wabash College, and about visitors.
3102. Pugh, Esther. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Brooklyn, NY; April 25,
1879. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Postal Card.
Writes about sending _Our Union_ [WCTU] at a special rate.
3103. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; April 26, 1879. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Postal Card.
Writes about Joseph Avery Bent's illness.
3104. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; April 26, 1879. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she sent a parcel to Mary Bent Blanchard.
3105. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; May 1, 1879. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Joseph Avery Bent's illness, about various preachers: Mr.
Tompkins, Mr. Stevens, and Mr. Bateman of Knox College. Mentions Mrs.
Willard, a niece of Moses Pettengill's. Writes about [A.D.]
Zaraphonithes and his bride. Writes about the Secret Societies, who
"abound in entertainment." Writes about Charles A. Blanchard's
fundraising, and the reaction of Mrs. Higgins' granddaughter to a
_Christian Cynosure_ story.
3106. Birch, Mrs. W. S. [Letter to "Dr. N. H. Blanchard"]. Chicago, IL; May 2,
1879 [?]. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Postal Card.
Writes about arranging Prof. Foster's lecture tour.
3107. McKune, L. T. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Laban, KS; May 2, 1879. 1
p.
Note: RPFC; Postal Card.
Writes about illness and death in S. G. Barton's family and about his
recovery from typhoid. Writes about church growth, and about Baptists,
Methodist Episcopalians, and Presbyterians "coming to us.".
3108. Blanchard, Cyrus Louis (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; May 7, 1879. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he is sending clothes. Writes about his health, that he is
sleepy. Mentions his partner, Wallace Heckman. Writes about getting
through his law-year and his plan to commence three suits.3109. Blanchard,
William Walter (Brother of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Paxton, IL; May 7, 1879. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Describes expenses involved in holding an NCA Convention. Writes about
Howell of Champaign, and about "that wicked Pierce." Writes about
Charles A. Blanchard, saying, "I think he made a big mistake in managing
Means and Travis." Comments on the altercation between Jonathan
Blanchard and J. M. Chapman. Writes about Charles Mead, a prospective
student.
3110. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Warren L.
Wheaton]. Wheaton, IL; May 8, 1879. 2 p.
Writes about Wheaton selling his place and tells him that selling his
property is better than being in debt.
3111. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; May 8, 1879. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Charles A. Blanchard's sermon printed in _Christian Cynosure_,
about the Talmage trial, about Catholics and the Pope, about Kittie's
want of piety, and about Minnie [Dunning's] plans to marry a Catholic.
3112. Blanchard, William Walter (Brother of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Paxton, IL; May 9, 1879. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Anti-Secretism and about a poor minister who ought to
receive _Christian Cynosure_.
3113. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Cyrus Louis
Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; May 12, 1879. 1 p.
Note: Postal Card.
Asks Cyrus Louis Blanchard to send Julia Blanchard Fischer's dress.
Mentions "getting up a donation for the Exodus in Kansas.".
3114. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; May 12, 1879. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about settling accounts.
3115. Bent, Mary P. (Sister-in-Law of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Red Cloud, NE; May 13, 1879. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Postal Card.
Writes about moving and about local churches.
3116. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. n.p.; May 15, 1879. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about buying a commentary. Mentions the death of Mrs. Thain.
3117. Blanchard, Cyrus Louis (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; May 16, 1879. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about a loan of $3.00 to Mary Bent Blanchard. Suggests that
Geraldine Blanchard Fischer spend half of her time outdoors, and half on
essays.3118. Blanchard, William Walter (Brother of JB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Paxton, IL; May 16, 1879. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Asks about _Christian Cynosure_ advertisements. Asks that Charley Mead be
sent a Wheaton College catalog. Writes about Charley Mead and his family.
3119. Jones, Liberty. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Lombard, IL; May 25,
1879. 1 p.
Writes that she may accept an invitation from Mary Bent Blanchard.
3120. Hebbard, J. C. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Topeka, KS; May 30, 1879.
1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Thanks Mary Bent Blanchard for a donation to the Kansas Freedmen's Relief
Association.
3121. Zaraphonithes, A. D. (Wheaton College Class of 1873). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Lawn Ridge, IL; May 30, 1879. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about travel plans. Wants Jonathan Blanchard to answer a
committee which said that Wheaton College had only graduates who entered
ministry. Writes that Anderson read a paper on the Church and the Lodge.
3122. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB's). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; June 3, 1879. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; postal card.
Writes that she attended the wedding reception [of A.D. Zaraphonithes?].
3123. Foster, Lydia C. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Onarga, IL; June 4,
1879. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Mentions "peace & prosperity in...church." Writes about a local church,
Sunday School, and a Missionary Meeting.
3124. Kennedy, Sonora Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. San Jose, CA; June 14, 1879. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Geraldine Blanchard Fischer's Commencement.
3125. Kennedy, Thomas (Husband of SBK). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. San
Jose, CA; June 16, 1879. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about going camping. Mentions a sermon on "Sectarianism" by
Charles A. Blanchard.
3126. Dowell, Lydia. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Alpha, IL; June 22, 1879.
1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Wishes to begin school next term.
3127. Smith, Mary E. Feemster. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Wilberforce,
[OH]; June 23, 1879. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; postal card.
Writes about plans to come to Wheaton, about Wilberforce's having
formerly been a resort, and about taking spring water for health.3128.
Bolander, Lydia Hulett. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Calhoun, IA; June
30, 1879. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she is considering sending Gertie to school in Wheaton, and
that her sister Eva is married. Writes about the Congregational Church
at Harden Creek.
3129. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB's). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; July 7, 1879. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes, "our colored man and girl have been threatened with fever."
Writes about Thomas White, his wife, daughter, and Lulu. Says Blanchard
T. Pettengill saw a "celebrated occulist," and writes about his poor
eyesight. Talks about "excitement on the temperance and Sabbath
question," about trains bringing excursion parties to parks on the
Sabbath, about Sunday Law, and about the 4th of July celebration during
which there was an oration by Cratty.
3130. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Red
Cloud, NE; July 9, 1879. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that a wind storm blew down forty buildings and overturned his
buggy. Writes about the different denominations in Red Cloud. Says he
preaches at four different places.
3131. Nash, M. E. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Clear Lake, IA; July 14,
1879. 3 p.
Note: RPFC; Signature is unclear.
Writes about Sister Cal. and about a young lady who seeks a position at
Wheaton College.
3132. Browne, Hattie M. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Elgin, IL; July 21,
1879. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Offers to teach music twice per week at Wheaton College. Writes about
College students taking music lessons in village [of Wheaton].
3133. Washburn, E. B. C. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Worcester, MA; July
22, 1879. 3 p.
Sends royalty money as a donation to Wheaton College.
3134. Hench, William R. (Wheaton College Class of 1877). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Fountaindale, IL; August 12, 1879. 1 p.
Inquires after Jonathan Blanchard's health.
3135. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; August 12, 1879. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Postal Card.
Writes about Jonathan Blanchard's being ill and about aiding fugitives.
3136. Miles, M. N. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Des Moines, IA; August 13,
1879. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Postal Card.
Writes about travels in Iowa and about Jonathan Blanchard's being ill.
3137. Allen, Selima Blanchard (Sister of JB's). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard
and Mary Bent Blanchard]. Morrison, IL; August 19, 1879. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Mrs. W. and daughter, and about boarding arrangements.
3138. Smith, Mary E. Feemster. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. New London, CT;
August 21, 1879. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Mentions minutes of the Wheaton College Ladies' Advisory Board. Writes
about moving from Wheaton.
3139. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Uncle Sam, CA; August 22, 1879. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Nathaniel Cook's sister, Louisa. Writes that John's
daughter died, and that her father died. Writes about mother. Says Mr.
Cook wants to attend a camp meeting. Says she expects to be "sick" [i.e.
delivered of a child] in November.
3140. Tashjean, B. M. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. New York, NY; August 22,
1879. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Armenians who wish to attend Wheaton College.
3141. Bent, George W. (Brother of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Red
Cloud, NE; ca. August 23, 1879. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; attached to letter from Mary P[aine] Bent to Mary Bent
Blanchard, dated August 23, 1879.
Gives directions on getting to Red Cloud, Nebraska by Railroad.
3142. Bent, Mary P. (Sister-in-Law of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Red Cloud, NE; August 23, 1879. 3 p.
Note: RPFC; note attached from George W. Bent to Mary Bent Blanchard, ca.
August 23, 1879.
Writes about mosquito trouble.
3143. Blanchard, Cyrus Louis (Son of JB and MAB's). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; August 23, 1879. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about his health, business, cutting clover, and ditching. Writes
that he was elected Professor of Latin Languages at the Chicago
Athenaeum.
3144. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Julia Blanchard
Fischer]. Peoria, IL; August 23, 1879. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Postal Card.
Writes that Jonathan Blanchard's journey to San Jose is "a great injury
to him.".
3145. Bolander, Lydia Hulett. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Calhoun, IA;
August 24, [1879 ?]. 3 p.
Thanks Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard for taking Gertie into
their home.
3146. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; August 25, 1879. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Jonathan Blanchard's illness. Mentions the possible bad
influence of Minnie [Dunning's] Catholic beau. Writes about Geraldine
Blanchard Fischer's plans to be married.
3147. Nutting, Sarah H. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Randolf, WI; August 25,
1879. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Relates her dread and apprehensions of having Lily stay in her house.
Writes about reading popular magazines.
3148. Cook, Ezra Asher (Husband of MEC). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Chicago, IL; August 30, 1879. 3 p.
Writes about Mrs. Kimball's offer of tickets to San Francisco. Gives
travel details. Writes about a Philo Carpenter letter pledging $1000 to
Wheaton.
3149. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB's). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Peoria, IL; September 3, 1879. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about a runaway from Refuge placed in a workhouse, about the
firemen who are to hold a tournament, and about an accident at a glucose
factory.
3150. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Ezra A.
Cook]. n.p.; September 4, 1879. 5 p.
Sends a letter by [Philo] Carpenter. Gives Mary Bent Blanchard's advice
on how to proceed in this matter. Gives a statement he wishes Carpenter
to sign. Writes that he plans to travel west.
3151. Kavanagh, Lizzie M. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Lombard, IL;
September 4, 1879. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that she desires to attend school and work for board.
3152. Wells, Julia T. (Galesburg Friend of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; September 5, 1879. 2 p.
Note: RPFC; Torn.
Writes about Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard's anticipated
trip to California.
3153. Smith, Florence. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Wayne, IL; September 7,
1879. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about a school for teachers.
3154. Bolander, Lydia Hulett. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Calhoun, IA;
September 10, 1879. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Sends $10.00.
3155. Roy, Joseph E. (Knox College Class of 1848). [Letter to Henry L. Kellogg].
New York, NY; September 11, 1879. 1 p.
Note: Postal Card.
Asks about Jonathan Blanchard's health.
3156. Hodge, Thomas. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. n.p.; September 12, 1879. 1
p.
Note: Enclosure in letter to Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard
from Henry L. Kellogg, September 13, 1879.
Sends his good wishes for Jonathan Blanchard's planned trip.
3157. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Geraldine Blanchard
Fischer]. Omaha, NE; September 13, 1879. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Postal Card.
Writes about the trip to, and reception in Omaha.
3158. Kellogg, Henry Lyman (Husband of NBK). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard and
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; September 13, 1879. 1 p.
Note: Postal from Thomas Hodge, of September 12, 1879, was enclosed.
Writes about "The story about Morgan", and joking among students. Writes
about various people.
3159. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Julia Blanchard
Fischer]. Omaha, NE; September 15, 1879. 1 p.
Note: Postal Card.
Writes about her trip to Omaha. Writes about General Williams, who is a
commander of a fort. Writes about various people.
3160. Fischer, Julia Blanchard; Fischer, Herman Augustus (Daughter and Son-inLaw of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; September 15, 1879. 4 p.
Julia Blanchard Fischer writes that Frederick J. T. Fischer wrote a
prescrition for Jonathan Blanchard's rheumatism and mentions several
people. Herman A. Fischer writes to Jonathan Blanchard that the
prescription is the largest dose and that no one knows he wrote it.
3161. Blanchard, Cyrus Louis (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; September 16, 1879. 1 p.
Writes that he canned grapes with Geraldine Blanchard Fischer and writes
about his health.
3162. Fischer, Geraldine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; September 16, [1879]. 2
p.
Writes that she is to teach Sunday School and mentions various people.
3163. Kellogg, Nora Blanchard; Kellogg, Henry Lyman (Daughter and Son-in-Law of
JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard].
n.p.; September 16, 1879. 3 p.
Note: Separate letters to Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard from
Nora Blanchard Kellogg and Henry L. Kellogg.
Nora Blanchard Kellogg writes about an upcoming Illinois Wesleyan
Conference and about several people. Henry L. Kellogg encloses a card
from Dr. [Joseph E.] Roy.
3164. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB's). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; September 17, 1879. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Postal Card.
Asks for sketches of travel for _Christian Cynosure_. Writes that she
received an editorial from Jonathan Blanchard.3165. [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Brooklyn, NY; September 17, 1879 ? 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Postal Card.
Printed postal advertising a dictionary.
3166. Blanchard, Cyrus Louis (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; September 19, 1879. 1 p.
Note: Postal Card.
Writes about prayer meeting and says that he received the letter.
3167. Hurlbut, Sadie. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Omaha, NE; September 20,
1879. 2 p.
Writes that her father is recovering.
3168. Stanseth, Mrs. A. T. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Northfield, WI;
September 20, [1879]. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Postal Card.
Writes about acquaintances.
3169. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB's). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; September 22, 1879. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Postal Card; Original Filed with the Charles A. Blanchard
Papers.
Writes about the Illinois Wesleyan Conference.
3170. Blanchard, Cyrus Louis (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; September 22, 1879. 1 p.
Note: Postal Card.
Writes that the Wesleyan Conferance at Wheaton is closed. Writes that
[Edmond] Ronayne spoke and is bringing a lawsuit against Ezra A. Cook.
Writes about [Wallace] Heckman [Cyrus Louis Blanchard's partner].
3171. Blanchard, Cyrus Louis (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. n.p.; September 22, 1879. 1 p.
Note: Postal Card.
Writes that Ezra A. Cook won the lawsuit against [Edmond] Ronayne.
3172. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; September 22, 1879. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Postal Card.
Writes that Luther Birge wishes Jonathan Blanchard well.
3173. Fischer, Geraldine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; September 22, 1879. 4 p.
Writes about the Wesleyan Conferance. Writes that V. D. Lathrop
preached, "but was not generally liked," and that Mr. Hawley preached.
Writes that Mrs. Wells "is not the smartest worker I ever saw." Writes
that Charles A. Blanchard had his hand bruised by the tower bell while
showing Wheaton College to Wesleyan ministers. Writes of a social to be
held in the Wheaton College parlor.
3174. Cross, Samuel. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Sacramento, CA; September
24, 1879. 3 p.
Invites Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard to visit and writes
that a local minister wants Jonathan Blanchard to preach.
3175. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to [Julia Blanchard
Fischer]]. San Jose, CA; September 26, 1879. 2 p.
Writes of a Fair in progress. Writes that Jonathan Blanchard was invited
to preach. Writes of buying a bank for the children. Asks Julia
Blanchard Fischer to get a poem for Henry L. Kellogg to print.
3176. Warren, J. H. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. San Francisco, CA; September
30, 1879. 1 p.
Invites Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard to visit.
3177. Blanchard, Ellen (Wife of CAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Wheaton,
IL; October 1, 1879. 6 p.
Note: Original Filed with the Charles A. Blanchard Papers.
Writes that Mrs. Bailey is upset at the fact that Jonathan Blanchard's
class was given to Ellen Blanchard. Writes about petty disputes at
Wheaton College. Writes that Charles A. Blanchard was "disgusted"
because "I don't want to go down to the College and run things as the
Vice President's wife should." Writes about teaching a college class.
Writes of attending Ladies' [Advisory] B[oard] meetings and of a new
organ in the Chapel. Writes about Sunday church meetings and messages by
Charles A. Blanchard. Writes about the Wesleyan Conference and about
Charles A. Blanchard hurting his hand on the Wheaton College bell.
Writes that Bishop Gleason takes photos. Mentions that Charles A.
Blanchard used to spoil Sonora Blanchard Kennedy's mud pies. Writes that
Minnie's baby is getting better.
3178. Fischer, Geraldine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; October 1, 1879. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that Charles A. Blanchard preached, and that Ed Joslyn preached in
the College Chapel. Writes about Mr. Worrel's father, and about Cyrus
Louis Blanchard's teaching at the Chicago Athenaeum.
3179. Rankin, A. L. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Soquel, CA; October 1, 1879.
3 p.
Writes that a former member of the 6th Street Presbyterian Church in
Cincinnati desires to meet Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard.
Writes that of planning to attend the General Association in San
Francisco. Writes that his mother died and his father is living with
Mrs. J. W. Humphries, his daughter.
3180. Lathrop, L. B. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Hollister, [CA?]; October
2, 1879. 1 p.
Writes that he hopes that Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard will
visit him.
Oversized.
3181. Stoddard, Mary Irene (Daughter of JPS and CBS). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; October 2, 1879. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about relatives.
3182. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB's). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; October 3, 1879. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Postal Card.3183. Hurlbut, A. M. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Omaha, NE; October 4, 1879.
1 p.
Note: Postal Card.
Writes of the death of his brother, E. B. Hurlbut.
3184. Pettengill, Hannah Bent Tyner (Sister of MAB's). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Ottumwa, IA; October 4, 1879. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Postal Card.
Writes that she is looking at land in Iowa and Kansas.
3185. Warren, J. H. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. San Francisco, CA; October
4, [1879]. 1 p.
Note: Postal Card.
Sends arrangements to meet Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard.
3186. Hurlbut, Sadie. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Omaha, NE; October 5,
1879. 3 p.
Writes of the death of her father.
3187. Cook, Maria Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB's). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; October 6, 1879. 1 p.
Note: RFPC.
Writes about the Viall Fund and about a week of prayer.
3188. Fischer, Julia Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; October 6, 1879. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that Prof. E. D. Bailey and his wife are boarding at Wheaton
College. Writes about a drought, about German meetings, about Herman A.
Fischer going door-to-door evangelizing. Asks if Jonathan Blanchard tried
Fred[erick J. T. Fischer's] medicine.
3189. Beck, P. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Grafton, CA; October 7, 1879. 2
p.
Writes about a County Anti-Secretism Association meeting and asks if
Jonathan Blanchard will attend, saying that he hopes to meet Jonathan
Blanchard.
3190. Wells, Julia T. (Galesburg Friend of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Galesburg, IL; October 7, 1879. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about two Indian youth in the school, and about making up a box
for refugees in Kansas. Says she wants "colored friends" to help with
the relief effort.
3191. Stoddard, Mary Irene; Stoddard, Catherine B.; Fischer, Faith
(Granddaughters of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Wheaton,
IL; October 8, 1879. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Write about Catherine Blanchard Stoddard.
3192. Tapley, M. L. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Columbus, MS; October 8,
1879. 10 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the colored preachers who are against Secret Societies.
Mentions that her husband maintains an Anti-Secret Society sign board.
Describes wild religious demonstrations; an argument at a funeral; poor
colored people; the funeral sermon (preached by a black man) for a girl
named Bella; hymnbooks; and the status of poor whites. Mentions clothing
sent by Mary Bent Blanchard.
3193. Gould, R. D. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Kearney, NE; October 9, 1879.
2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that he is collecting money for Mr. Chichester and that he feels
that he is not paid well enough.
3194. Hand, La Roy S. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Ogden, IA; October 9,
1879. 1 p.
Note: Postal Card.
Sends good wishes.
3195. Blanchard, Charles Albert (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; October 10, 1879. 1 p.
Note: RPFC; Original filed with the Charles A. Blanchard Papers.
Writes that there has been no "breaking up of the ice at meetings.".
3196. Blanchard, Cyrus Louis (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; October 10, 1879. 2 p.
Writes about prayer meetings and about a heat wave. Writes that
Washington Wheaton received "the power" at a camp meeting, then was found
insane and put in jail. Writes that students were converted by Charles
A. Blanchard's preaching. Suggests horseback riding for Jonathan
Blanchard. Writes about Wheaton College.
3197. Cook, Ezra Asher (Husband of MEC). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard].
Chicago, IL; October 10, 1879. 2 p.
Sends batteries for Jonathan Blanchard to place over his heart and
between his shoulders. Sends drafts and writes about _Christian Cynosure_.
3198. Lowell, Amanda C. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Auburn, CA; October 11,
1879. 4 p.
Invites Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard to visit and writes
about her children.
3199. Murch, Lila. [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard]. Redwood, CA; October 11,
1879. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about General and Mrs. [Edward] Connor.
3200. Nichols, Maria Bent (Sister of MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent Blanchard].
Tarrytown, NY; October 11, 1879. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that Charles and Mrs. White are recovering from an "upset" at
Monmouth Cave. Writes about family members.
3201. Fischer, Geraldine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; October 13, 1879. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Sends local and home news. Mentions that she is teaching a class of
boys. Mentions that Charles A. Blanchard preached and that Rufus
Blanchard is to lecture.
3202. Blanchard, Jonathan (President of Wheaton College). [Letter to Ezra A.
Cook]. San Jose, CA; October 14, 1879. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about printing his sermon reviewing the ex-parte council in
_Christian Cynosure_. Writes about the Wheaton Church and the State
Association. Mentions California being a "priest-cursed coast."
Mentions that he is pushing for a prayer meeting at Grafton.
3203. Stoddard, Mary Irene (Granddaughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; October 14, 1879. 3 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about the Young People's Prayer Meeting and mentions a railroad
accident in Maywood.
3204. Beck, P. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Grafton, CA; October 15, 1879. 4
p.
Writes about the Association Meeting and invites Jonathan Blanchard to a
quarterly meeting. Writes about travel connections.
3205. Kellogg, Henry Lyman (Husband of MEC). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard and
Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; October 15, 1879. 2 p.
Writes about his wedding anniversary. Writes that Charles A. Blanchard
is to attend the Wesleyan General Conferance as a representative of
Wheaton College and the National Reform Association of Philadelphia.
Writes that he thinks there will be an effort to reinstate Jonathan
Blanchard as a VP. Writes that the U. B. Church is getting worse.
Writes that J. P. Stoddard is at the Western State Meetings. Writes that
Rufus Blanchard is to lecture at Wheaton College and that Rufus Blanchard
was converted. Mentions a RR accident at Maywood.
3206. Orth, Rosie. [Letter to "Dear All"]. San Jose, CA; October 15, 1879. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about Mr. Marston and Sonora Blanchard Kennedy.
3207. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Uncle Sam, CA; October 16, 1879. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that her husband is ill and nearly insane. Writes about
Freemasons and saloons.
3208. Blanchard, Cyrus Louis (Son of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; October 17, 1879. 1 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about a law case: Tashjean v. Daniel Kelley.
3209. Cook, Ezra Asher (Son-in-Law of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard
and Mary Bent Blanchard]. Chicago, IL; October 18, [1879]. 1 p.
Writes about money collected by Gould, mentioning that he needs an order
from Jonathan Blanchard to send a draft.
3210. Ring, Orvis (Wheaton College Class of 1860). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Reno, NV; October 20, 1879. 5 p.
Invites Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard to visit. Writes that
his sister, Mary's, house burned. Writes about teaching and about local
denominations.
3211. Blanchard, Mary Avery Bent (Wife of JB). [Letter to Julia Blanchard
Fischer]. San Jose, CA; October 21, 1879. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about family members and mentions conversions at Wheaton College.
3212. Fischer, Julia Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; October 21, 1879. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about local people and mentions that Charles A. Blanchard returned
from the Wesleyan General Conference. Writes about people paying notes
and says that J. P. Stoddard preached. Gives the weights of Paul
Fischer, Faith Fischer, Kittie Stoddard, Geraldine Blanchard Fischer, and
herself. Writes about the Ladies' Society Meetings and mentions that
Geraldine Blanchard Fischer rides sidesaddle. Says that Washington
Wheaton is insane.
3213. eFischer, Herman Augustus (Son-in-Law of JB and MAB). [Letter to Jonathan
Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; October 22, 1879. 2 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes that Miss [A Jennie] Carothers is ill and mentions the
"contemptible course of some of our 'exparte' friends.".
3214. Fischer, Geraldine Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary
Bent Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; October 22, 1879. 4 p.
Note: RPFC.
Writes about local people and gives her weight. Writes about her sewing
plans.
3215. Beck, P. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard]. Grafton, CA; October 23, 1879. 1
p.
Note: RPFC; Postal Card.
Writes that he expects Jonathan Blanchard to come soon. Writes about
Bro. Smith and the Association meeting.
3216. Cook, Minnie Stearns (Niece of JB and MAB). [Letter to Mary Bent
Blanchard]. Uncle Sam, CA; October 23, 1879. 2 p.
Writes about _Christian Cynosure_ and its possible subscribers and about
various people.
3217. Fischer, Geraldine C. Blanchard (Daughter of JB and MAB). [Letter to
Jonathan Blanchard]. Wheaton, IL; October 24, 1879. 3 p.
Writes that Mr. Banks paid the rent. Writes that Charles A. Blanchard
attended the Michigan Conference and gives her height and weight.
3218. Weeks, J. M. [Letter to Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard].
Lafayette, CA; October 25, 1879. 2 p.
Invites Jonathan Blanchard and Mary Bent Blanchard to visit