20 December 1870

Ewing, Thomas, 1829-1896

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Archbishop Purcell

Responding that he cannot adopt the Archbishop's suggestions. Although he believes Christianity is the greatest moral and social boon to man, he can neither avow nor disavow Catholicism before he has sincere and complete faith.

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18 April 1967

Ferrer, Jose, 1912-1992

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Marshall E. Bean

Ferrer thanks Bean for his inspirational message of faith.

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4 October 1870

Fillmore, Millard, 1800-1874

Autograph letter signed

Title: to George M. Fillmore

Fillmore offers condolence upon the death of his nephew's child. He urges his nephew to submit to the dictates of Providence. 1 black and white full length seated engraving of Millard Fillmore included.

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24 April 1943

Fosdick, Harry Emerson, 1878-1969

Typed letter signed

Title: to Frank Mock

Written on stationery of Riverside Church. Fosdick reprimands Mock for a downhearted letter and encourages him to keep his faith during the dark times of WWII. He also warns that we must win the peace this time (as opposed to WWI) because the next world war will be worse.

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3 May 1810

Furman, Richard, fl. 1810

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Rev. Jedediah Morse

Reverend Furman hopes that bad weather will keep the Reverend Morse's ship from sailing until the next day so he will be able to preach that night. He encloses copies of the letters Morse lent to him and remarks that he is glad to know that serious exhortations are being made to promote the Gospel.

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6 March 1941

Gandhi, Mahatma, 1869-1948

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Dr. Susai

Gandhi comments on Dr. Susai's discontent with the Catholic Church. He suggests Susai revert to his original faith. (Month confirmed from post-marked envelope.)

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16 December 1896

Gibbons, John, fl. 1896

Autograph letter signed

Title: to unknown

Cardinal Gibbons discusses his new book, "The Ambassador of Christ." The book's purpose "is to demonstrate the dignity and responsibility of the Christian ministry."

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13 September 1967

Goldstein, Israel, 1896-1986

Typed letter signed

Title: to John D. Buchanan

Written on stationery of Congregation B'Nai Jeshurdun, New York. Goldstein writes that the United Nations, "weak and faulty an instrument as it is," has been a major deterrent to a world war in the troubled times following World War Two. He discusses his reason for joining the Rabbinate, including his desire to promote the welfare of humanity and the to be of service to the cause of Judaism.

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14 November 1881

Gordon, Charles, fl. 1881

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Capt. Murray

Gordon commiserates with Murray about the drudgery and loneliness of their prospective assignments. He writes that despite their trials, God assures their salvation. Murray's stokers and men are under Gordon's care.

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21 March 1966

Grant, Cary, 1904-1986

Typed letter signed

Title: to Marshall E. Bean

Grant cannot send a photo of him and his wife. He hopes that through prayer and faith Bean will overcome his illness.

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circa 3 July 1900

Grant, Elizabeth, 1797-1885

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Bliss Isley

Grant does not recall her father-in-law attending church during the five years she lived in his house. She doubts the assertion that Grant chose the Bible passage over which he took his Oath of Office. She corrects his version of Grant baptism, insisting that Grant did not thank the minister but simply remarked "You surprised me."

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1 September 1794

Green, Ashbel, 1762-1848

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Rev. Jedediah Morse

Green introduces Rev. Dr. Keith, a minister from the congregational church in Charleston, SC. He believes Morse will receive much pleasure from both Keith's preaching and his conversations. Green apologizes for not writing often, citing that his work keeps him very busy. An undated blurb from the Newark Daily Advertiser is attached to the letter. It discusses how Green's diary and papers will make a valuable addition to the historical literature of the early republic.

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March 1936

Guest, Edgar A., 1881-1959

Typed document signed

Title: My Creed

A personal philosophy Guest tried to live by, much of it dealing with ethics and decorum: "... to be strict with myself, but patient and lenient with others; to give the advantage , but never to ask for it; to be kindly to all, but kindlier to the less fortunate..." He ends with "to keep faith with God, my fellow men, and country." Guest admits he has not always been able to live up to his high standards, but believes trying to live by these rules has greatly enriched his life.

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16 November 1854

Hale, Sarah J.B., 1788-1879

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Ninian W. Edwards

Hale writes to the Superintendent of Illinois public schools, Ninian W. Edwards, to ask him to consider the suitability of her book, "The Bible Reading Book" for the classroom. She claims the book is already being used at a number of other schools and institutions.

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25 September 1952

Harrison, William K. Jr., 1895-1987

Typed letter signed

Title: to Orlando C. Mood

Harrison writes a lengthy discussion of his Christian faith and experiences. He draws heavily on references to passages in the Bible. The end of the letter discusses the Korean War and the reorganization of the Far East Command. Harrison would eventually lead the peace talks for the U.N. in 1953.

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4 May 1966

Heyerdahl, Thor, 1914-2002

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Marshall E. Bean

Heyerdahl responds to Bean after having taken a three month trip around the world. He shares his religious views, stating that he believes the spirit is eternal. He beleives human senses are limited, but trick us into thinking we know reality in full. He sends a photo (not included) and offers encouragement in dealing with illness and imminent death.

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circa 1820

Hill, Rowland, fl. 1820

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Robert Bolton

Rowland, an evangelical preacher, discusses a possible meeting with Mr. Jay somewhere between Wotten and Bath. Also, he also does not know the result of the correspondence between Mr. Potter and Bolton. Dated Saturday evening.

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22 April 1874

Holmes, Oliver Wendell, 1809-1894

Autograph quotation signed

Title: [Lord of the Universe shield us...]

Holmes writes: "Lord of the Universe shield us and guide us / Trusting Thee always through shadow and sun! / Thou hast united us. Who shall divide us? / Keep us, O keep us the Many in One."

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January 17, 1857

Houston, Sam, 1793-1863

Header Record

Title: [Sam Houston letter and advertisement] [Decimalized .01- .02]

See descriptions in GLC05508.133.01-.02

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4 December 1855

Houston, Sam, 1793-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to John H. Houston

Houston writes that if the American Party (Know-Nothing Party) is to succeed they must admit Protestant naturalized citizens, but not Catholics because of their allegiance to foreign powers [i.e. the Pope]. He writes that they cannot jeopardize their principles for Louisiana, which is the only Catholic state.

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8 March 1888

Howard, Oliver Otis, 1830-1909

Letter signed

Title: to J. Bok

Howard received the Beecher Memorial and read many of the contributions. He accepted the book as thanks for his contribution. He believes Mrs. Holloway's article best captured Beecher in concise and comprehensive terms. He also refuses to write an anticipatory obituary. His own death gives him no apprehension: " 'To live is Christ, to die is gain.' "

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16 September 1901

Howard, Oliver Otis, 1830-1909

Typed letter signed

Title: to Charles Ellicoch

Howard writes on stationary of Lincoln Memorial University, Cumberland Gap, Tennessee. He responds to a request for his favorite hymn. Howard writes that his choice of hymn depends upon his mood and gives several examples of hymns and moods. He considers "Rock of Ages" best for all moods.

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1861-1865

Howitt, Mary Botham, 1799-1888

Autograph quotation signed

Title: [Where is the Utopian code of morals...]

Howitt writes an excerpt from the Seven Temptations, p. 14: "Where is the Utopian code of morals equal to that which a few words set forth unto the Christian, 'do ye so to others as ye would they should do unto yourselves."

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circa 1890

Howitt, William, fl. 1890

Autograph quotation signed

Title: [I have found every system of political religion...]

Howitt quotes the "History of Priestcraft," 3rd ed. p. 364: "I have found every system of political religion so hostile to the growth of true knowledge, so destructive of popular freedom and happiness, that I have been constrained to cry vehemently and unceasingly against it."

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23 September 1897

Hunt, William Holman, fl. 1897

Autograph letter signed

Title: to J. Carlton Still

Hunt writes in response to a question about Jesus' racial identity. Hunt says that for painters, even if the traditional ideal of Jesus with blue/grey eyes and red/brown hair isn't truest, it is still best. However, he does believe the traditional ideal is truest, because it has Jewish traits similar to Jesus' ancestor, David. He also believes that a "dark person" could not possess Jesus' "inflexible and steady courage...in such transcendent degree." He describes the forged letter of Lentulus as ignorant, vulgar, and wrong.

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