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1833.04.23 - Mary Huntington to Elizabeth W. P. Huntington, Apr 23, 1833
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Mary explains that she is struggling with her physical and mental health to her Mother. For the first part of her time at Troy, her school, she was struggling to get to her lessons but felt that the only time for her to finish her studies was the present. She has dropped her studies completely, but she is still not much feeling better. She knits to pass the time.
Mary states that she wishes that she was as grateful as her mother, as her letters are filled
with positivity more often than not. She begins to muse about how “we” should look at our
blessings as well as our troubles. Mary believes that when things are bad, it is harder to think of our blessings than when things are good.
She then expresses her gratitude at being granted the ability to return home with Edward but then shows her hesitation towards actually going home. She feels as if the option is too easy, and is leaving the decision for her mother (the reader) and Pa to make. While she is disappointed that she will not be following the path she expected to take, she knows that it is best for her mental health to not continue her schoolings at the present time.
Mary then jumps to questioning what to infer from what Elizabeth wrote. She wonders if Elizabeth has become a believer and if so, she will celebrate that with her. Mary then says that it is important to have “the assurance of faith.”
Although Mary wanted to have written back by that afternoon, she was prevented from doing so by Pauline, a guest. Mary makes sure to mention that Pauline has a plan for when she turns twenty-one that includes living in the country on a farm and doing the
housework herself. Two of Mary’s (teachers?) left the seminary on a journey to Clinton, and she hopes they succeed in what they do. She explains how she feels discouraged about herself and a burden to her friends. She asks her mother to express any cautions she may have, especially since she could do it with kindness.
Mary received Bethia’s letter, and hopes to see her brother in a few days. She ends the
letter by asking her mother to send a prayer for her.
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My dear Mother,
The letter which I received yesterday from you and Father, comforted me not a little. If I caused you much uneasiness by what I wrote, I regret it extremely. But with truth I can say that I expressed no more than I felt either with regard to my mental or bodily feelings. The first part of the time that I was here, I felt that I was hardly capable of sustaining the exertion necessary to getting my lessons, but as I thought it probable that the present was the only time for finishing my education. I determined to say nothing about my feelings but continued my studies till forced to give them up. About a fortnight since, Mrs. Willard advised me to drop them entirely, and since that time I have followed her advice. I do not see on the whole, that my health improves much, though thanks to a kind Providence, I am able to sit up all day and walk about the hall, excepting about an hour before dinner. I have amused myself with working cord, on a little apron for Fanny, (dont tell Helen of it) knitting, and sometimes reading. Yesterday Miss Lee one of the teachers, took me to ride Lansingburg. Our road lay along the banks of the Hudson. The morning was delightful, and getting out into the country, and breathing the fresh air, was quite invigorating. It gave me something of a headache but on the whole I think I feel better for it.
I wish I possessed half as much gratitude as my dear mother. You seem to call it into exercise an occasions when others, or when I at least, should not think of it [crossed out] being grateful. The mercies enumerated in your letter are so common, that we rarely are conscious of possessing them. And if by accident we are deprived of them, we regard it as something quite out of the ordinary course of events, and are apt to think our condition very insupportable. I suppose if we were to think more of our blessings and less of our troubles, we should save ourselves much unhappiness, and add much to our real worth. When every thing looks bright, such sentiments are easily uttered, but when a [crossed out] clouds darken our prospects, (and with me this frequently happens) it is far more difficult to bring our minds to a right frame.
I thank you with all my heart for giving me liberty to return with Edward. I am unwilling
to decide in this case. I think if compelled by necessity, I would remain the other few weeks, though I fear I should not be able to continue my studies I know what course my inclination would lead me to adopt, ^for one out of health is apt to be partial to home. But I do not wish to be directed by choice alone. I have endeavored to let you know all the circumstances of the case, and shall leave it to your kindness and judgement, and to Pa’s also, to determine with regard to my remaining here. It is a great disappointment to me not to be able to follow the path I had marked out for myself, but it is for wise ends without doubt, that I am prevented from doing so.
What do you infer from what Elizabeth writes? Can it be that she has been “brought out”
at a protracted meeting? If she has arrived at what she considers the truth I am sure I shall rejoice with her, and on her account. It is worth a great deal to leave “the assurance of faith.”
Wednesday evening. I meant to have finished this letter this afternoon, but was prevented by company. Pauline has been with us an hour or two, and has [crossed out] appeared to be delighted with my description of what I used to do at home. She says after she is twenty one she will leave the country, on a farm, and do the housework herself. Mrs Willard thinks her ^a much better girl since she returned from Guildford. This morning Miss Stevenson, and Miss Patterson left the seminary for Clinton. Their prospects are good and I hope they will succeed according to their wishes. Some appear to be prospered more than others and undoubtedly, more [word crossed out] for some wise design. I frequently feel a little discouraged about myself, for I fear by my ill health, and irresolution, and fretting, I make myself burdensome to my friends. You must not hesitate to caution me whenever you think it necessary, for I should esteem it a kindness to be counselled by you on this point, and every other [every other crossed out], always when I need advice. Coming from a Mother, it cannot but be well received. In kind parents, I have a blessing, of which many at my age are destitute and for which I desire ever to be grateful.
Bethia’s letter I received yesterday, and was so delighted with it, that I have read it over
many times, and intend answering it soon.
After I wrote you that I intended practicing on the guittar, I was not as well, and
since that time I have not had a good opportunity of speaking to Mrs W. on the subject. I am trying to wait with patience for brother’s arrival as I said before, I shall leave it to you and Pa to decide whether or not I shall return with him. But at any rate I shall hope to see him here in a few days. Give my warmest love to brothers and sister, and present my dutiful and affectionate regards to Father. Caroline sends a great deal of love to all inquiring friends. That the loveliest of heavens blessings may rest up on you my dear Mother is the prayer of your daughter.
Mary
Bethia
Caroline
Clinton
Dan Huntington
Edward
Elizabeth Fisher
gratitude
Guildford
guitar
health
Helen
Lansingburg
Miss Lee
Miss Patterson
Miss Stevenson
Mrs. Willard
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1832.06.11 Mary Huntington to Elizabeth W. P. Huntington, Jun 11, 1832
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In this letter, Mary writes to her mother, Elizabeth, primarily about what is going on at school. She begins by sympathizing with her brother Frederic about being home-sick, and also reflects on the death of her sister, Catherine. She briefly inquires about visitors, including her brother Charles and his wife Helen, and feels selfish for wishing to be home. Mary then thanks her mother for the cake and books that she sent. Mary begins talking about her teachers at school and what she is learning. Mrs. Willard, the headmistress, is teaching the girls about manners and appearance. Another teacher, by the last name of Thompson, teaches the girls how to do the“honneurs of the table”. Exams are approaching, and the teachers dread it as much as the students. Mary then asks her mother if she knew a Miss [Hinsdale?] from Connecticut, and asks about others also before stepping away from the letter. She returns the next day to close the letter, and briefly mentions how she had been chosen to write a composition for the examinations and how nervous she is about it. She ends by mentioning that letters from home are always a great comfort and that she hopes to receive more soon.
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Troy, June 11th, 1832.
My dear Mother,
My roommates are both absent, and as I have not much to do in the way of studying, I purpose to devote a few minutes in endeavoring to answer your kind letter which came to hand, together with several others last Thursday evening. You speak of my French lines to William. I feel quite ashamed of them, and almost blame myself for sending them. It was surely a miserable epistle.
I was in hopes that brother F [Frederic] would enjoy living at Northampton, very much, but by something in your letter I conclude that like me, he thinks “there is no place like home”. With what joy shall I greet our sweet Elm Valley[1] again, if I live to return home. While I am writing this the thought forces itself upon me, I shall not find one, there who used to enjoy its charms with me. But I can think of her now as an angel in heaven, and this [crossed out] to be with Jesus the Bible assuring us is better than to remain here. Mr. [Atwell?] must be very deeply afflicted. The hymn that was sung when he requested prayers is the same that was read the Sabbath after our dear little Catherine’s death[2]. I have admired it ever since.
When I read that you expected Mr. [Stearns] and his wife and Charles and Helen to visit you, I was so selfish as to wish for a moment that I would be at home. But I did not think of it long for my studies if nothing else would prevent such a thing from disturbing me a great while. I hope their visit was both pleasant and profitable.
I thank you much for the books you sent me, and for the excellent cake. I have not eaten it all yet. It will last me a good while, and when we are absent from home such things are very acceptable.
Mrs. Willard talks much to the girls respecting their manners and appearance, and wishes us to endeavor to overcome any defects either in our person or manners; which she thinks may be done by great exertion. She thinks it is our duty to attend to these things as we [crossed out] a person who appears well has a greater opportunity for doing good than one of an opposite description. But really I have no very fine chance here for learning to “do the honneurs of the table[3] with dignity,” as my instructress is Mammy Thompson. How I wish not to say the least word against her for I really love her, but what I mean to say is that I might learn that art quite as well under your instructions as where I now am. I suppose the examination commences seven weeks from this very day. That is not a great while is it? We have now begun to review our studies already, and the teachers are urging their classes, to get their lessons perfectly, because the examination is so near. Mademoiselle de [Carval?] dreads it as much as any of the scholars. I suspect you have not yet written whether you were acquainted with Miss Hinsdale of Middletown. Please do [to] inform me respecting this when you write. How do Elvira and [Marian?] come on? I will thank you to give my love to them. I think I shall send this letter by tomorrow’s mail, and will therefore let it remain unsealed until tomorrow morning, for perhaps I shall wish to add something more. I must bid you adieu now, as I have something else
to attend to.
Tuesday June 12 1832. I must now close my letter to you my dear Mother, as it is nearly time for me to put it in the letter box. Miss Hudson has just informed me that she wishes me to write a composition for examination. I told her that I did not think myself competent. She told me she wished me to make [an?][missing because of tear in paper] attempt. How I dread it. She has promised [missing-paper torn] of a subject for me and when she [missing-sealing wax blocking words, paper torn] what it is, I shall let you know, as I was to [then?] [obscured] have all the assistance from home that is possible. I must now repeat my old song “do write often,” and I believe I shall continue to do so as long as I stay here for one of the greatest comforts I have is to receive letters from you. Your affectionate daughter
Mary D. Huntington
P.S. If I do not get a letter today, I shall be quite disappointed
[1] - the family often referred to their land in Hadley as “Elm Valley”
[2] - Catherine died of typhus on August 15, 1830, at the age of 13
[3] - French phrase “honneurs de la table”, refers to conduct and etiquette expected when at the table: table manners.
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1832.05.12 - Mary Huntington to Elizabeth W. P. Huntington, May 12, 1832
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In this letter from Mary Huntington to Elizabeth Phelps Huntington, she updates her mother on her rooming situation and the internal struggle she’s been experiencing as a result of homesickness. Mary is staying with a friend temporarily while her roommate is gone and she discusses her plans to possibly stay with her cousins Eunice and Stella. She hopes to live with Eunice and Stella to be with family; Mary explains how her homesickness might be a contributor to her deteriorating health and asks her mother to keep this a secret from the rest of
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May 12, 1832
Dear Mother,
After a pleasant journey of a little more than two days, we arrived here in safety about 6 o’clock last evening. We did not find Mrs. Willard at home, but she returned in the evening. We were first introduced to Mrs. [Hirsdale]. She told me she had formerly known you and Father, probably when you were at Middletown. In the evening I had the pleasure of seeing cousin Stella Phelps. She is a teacher here, and [Eunice] who is absent for a few days, is here as a scholar. William is in town yet. He remained here last night and breakfasted here this morning. He is out now to see about taking a school in town for boys. I hope he will succeed in getting one, for it would be extremely pleasant for me to have him so near. I am rooming for the present with a young lady whose roommate is absent. When she returns, I shall be obliged to change my quarters. There has been something said about placing me in the room with Stella and [Eunice]. This I should like very much. Several of the young ladies called in last evening. One of them [Miss] Dodge from Johnstown is cousin to the Irving’s. I told her that I heard Mr. [Irving] preach in Northampton. She asked me if he was not a Unitarian or a [universalist?]. I told her that he was a Unitarian. Said she, “what a pity.” I did not make any reply, for I though perhaps it would only make a useless dispute.
I had written so far when I was called out to bid brother William goodbye, and I must say that I have not felt so badly before since I left home. This afternoon I suppose I shall call upon Mrs. [Selden] and have those letters that [Miss] Porter sent. Mrs. Thompson was in here just now and asked me if Elizabeth Huntington was my sister, and said she was acquainted with E & [Bethia] and inquired after them. I have been to meeting today at the Episcopal church. It seems to me that I must [unburden] my mind to you, for to tell the [truth] I don’t feel right. I am very pleasantly [interested] with regard to roommates, and [even] Stella is very [attentive] to me, but still I know
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I am not at home [and] besides I at times feel very fidgetty. Sometimes I feel
afraid that I shall have some bad disorder & I really am not well. I have not told anyone of it but I feel [indecipherable] weak & my pulse [are] quick and falls much of the time. If wishing were not [vain] I should wish some of the family were here. I left my French books at home and my English dictionary at home which I should [indecipherable] to have sent [for] together with the [indecipherable] Prayer Book, if an opportunity [as/or] [indecipherable]. If you knew he [must (smudged)] I want to hear from home, it seems to me that you would all write good [indecipherable] for the [present]. This morning when I awaked nearly the first thought that [entered] my mind was of home. You do not know how I want to go home. Seems to me I cannot think of staying [tro… indecipherable] weeks, I am not settled yet at all. In the first place I have are books to study in. [Miss] Phelps has offered to lend me some, and I think I shall take them. I shall expect a letter from home soon. Do write often. I suppose if by the time this reaches you brother William will have arrived, I cannot hardly help wishing that he had taken me along with him. I wish I was more contented. There are no Unitarians here at school so that I should like to have you write all you can remember of [Mr. Stearns] [indecipherable]. I was with you in thought yesterday at meeting in Northampton. How does little [baby] do [indecipherable]. Do help her for a great many times when you see her, and give my love to Father [Bethia] The [unknown word] Edward Theodore [Frederic] the cousins and Helen. Write me a letter full of good advice. I hope you will excuse my writing with a pencil but I felt so bad then that I thought I would not wait to get a pen and ink. Last evening I went to Mr. Sheldon’s to carry the letters. Mrs. Sheldon inquired after all her Hadley friends. I must close here as I have so much to attend to, and wishing you to write soon about every thing that interests you. I remain as ever your affectionate daughter.
Mary Huntington
Dear Mother,
If you know how badly I [feel] seems to me you would wish as much that I not come. It seems as though I had lost considerable flesh since I came here. In the morning as soon as awake and at night is the worst time. It really seems to be a relief to cry sometimes. Don’t show this letter to the rest of the family if you please, it is so [unknown word] and written as miserably.
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Cousins
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Disorder
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Eunice
Father Bethia
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Frederic
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Hadley
Helen
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1842.06.08 - Elizabeth Huntington to Edward Huntington, June 8th, 1842
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Elizabeth starts off her letter to Edward by saying that Edward’s brother Frederic has just surprised them by showing up to the house and is taking a nap on the couch. She then discusses how the people of Hadley talk to much, and this causes unhappiness in society. Elizabeth says how their cousins have reported flattering things of Edward and his wife Helen, and the “domestic happiness” of their house and garden. The subject then switches back to the family staying in Elizabeth’s house; Theophilus has been hosting to some family friends, the family had tea with them, and then Theodore brought them to Northampton. Elizabeth then mentions a journey they took, and instead of talking about the details of that, she decides to get down to the real importance of her letter: butter. Elizabeth explains that she has lent quite a bit of butter to Theodore and only has a couple pounds left of good butter. She discusses some specifics about when and how the butter was made, and criticizes that there isn’t a cash market to sell her butter. Elizabeth concludes her letter by saying she has not forgotten to write Edward a letter, and that she tries to write as frequently as she can. Written in the left margin of the letter, Elizabeth includes a “P.S.” to Edward, asking him to give Helen her kindest regard, and expressing that Bethia will send him some “sweet pea” when she can.
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1844.03.14 - Elizabeth Huntington to Frederic Dan Huntington, March 14th, 1844
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In a response to Frederic’s previous letter, Elizabeth begins by assuring him that she had received his letter, and that there had been confusion with the gift he sent to his father. She explains that Helen has grown sicker but is still alive, which Elizabeth believes is God’s doing. Helen and Elizabeth attended Mr. Ellis’ Sabbath in Northampton, and he read the first chapter of Malachi. Elizabeth shared her disappointment on Frederic’s short visit, but assured herself with a bible quote “a man shall leave father and mother and cleave to his wife.” She professed all of the reasons why she loves Frederic, her youngest son, and believed that God will reward him for treating her so well. A magazine containing Frederic’s sermon arrived at Elizabeth’s household from Theophilis. She marveled at reading his sermon, and noted that Elisa’s mother said it was “of rare excellence.” Elizabeth assured him that the family was healthy, thanks to the “goodness of God,” although some are having toothaches. Meanwhile, Theodore purchased an organ from Mr. Davis of Greenfield. She closed the letter by expressing the importance of Frederic committing to the Almighty Father as a guide until his death.
Boston
Charles
Deerfield
Doctor Thompson
Elizabeth
Frederic
God
Greenfield
Hannah
Helen
illness
Malachi
Mr Lyman
Mr. Davis
Mr. Ellis
Nebuchadnezzar
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North Hadley
Northampton
Sabbath
sermon
The Hampshire Gazette
Theodore
Theophilus
William
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Original documents and annotated transcriptions primarily of letters between Elizabeth and Dan Huntington and their eleven children.
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Original documents and annotated transcriptions primarily of letters between Elizabeth and Dan Huntington and their eleven children.
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1844.01.27 - Elizabeth Huntington to Frederic Dan Huntington, January 27th, 1844
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Mother Elizabeth writes to son Frederic in order to inform him of the state of his dying sister, Helen. Elizabeth reveals her thoughts on death and the afterlife, and talks about their various encounters with family friends. Elizabeth compliments her son on a sermon he has written and rejoices in both his call to faith and his upcoming visit. She ends the letter with a religious statement of hopes for his and everyone’s futures. She adds in an afterthought her thanks for a gift Frederic has given her, praising him for his generosity. She writes vertically as she runs out of room to comment on the coldness of the weather and a sum of money that her daughter will receive.
afterlife
Boston
Fisher
Frederic
Helen
James Mills
money
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religion
Reverend Ellis
sermon
Theophilus
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Original documents and annotated transcriptions primarily of letters between Elizabeth and Dan Huntington and their eleven children.
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1843.11.18 - Elizabeth Huntington to Frederic Dan Huntington, November 18th, 1843
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This letter actually contains a letter written on November 18, 1843 and a lengthy postscript and shorter sidebar written on November 26, 1843. A major portion of the letter is devoted to reporting the death of Edward and offering praise of his character and sadness over his loss. The letter also provides news of two women named Helen – one who has gone to Deerfield for a few weeks and is overdue to return and the other who appears to have been gravely ill in the recent past but appears to Elizabeth to be in much better condition than the doctors had led her to believe was possible. The letter also speaks highly of the local minister who provided comfort to the family in Edward’s illness. Throughout the letter, Elizabeth makes numerous references to religion, spirituality, and prayer. She appears to be a woman of great faith, which is not surprising given that her letter is addressed to her son, who is a minister.
In the postscripts, Elizabeth writes of mundane matters such as the price of butter and offers to send butter to Frederic. She also explains the tardiness of the original letter and the presence of the postscript, adding that Helen has now returned home and setting out the Thanksgiving plans for various people. It appears that at one time, Elizabeth intended to enclose as separate letter from Lucy Parsons, but later (in the sidebar) Elizabeth explains that Lucy’s letter will be sent by a different means.
Arthur
butter
Charles
Deerfield
Dwight
Easthampton Seminary
Edward
Elizabeth
Frederic
Helen
Lucy Parsons
minister
Mr. Bernan
Mr. Fisher
Mr. Hilliard
Mr. Williams
Mr. Wright
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Thanksgiving
Theodore
Theophilus
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Original documents and annotated transcriptions primarily of letters between Elizabeth and Dan Huntington and their eleven children.
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Original documents and annotated transcriptions primarily of letters between Elizabeth and Dan Huntington and their eleven children.
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1843.09.13 - Elizabeth Huntington to Frederic Dan Huntington, September 13th, 1843
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Elizabeth is updating her son Frederic on the occurrences in the valley. She tells him, first, of his siblings who are at home and of his siblings who are in other places. She then tells him of the visitors that they have. While noting the shifts to Unitarianism, Elizabeth still gives her son good luck and encourages him on his travels using scriptures and encouragements in Protestantism.
Agel
Albany
Bethia
Boston
Charles
Dr. Woodbridge
EDITED
Edward
Eliza
God
Hadley
Hartford
Helen
Illinois
Lizzy
Mary
Mr. Fisher
Mrs. Pettes
Oswego
Protestantism
Theophilus
Walter
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Original documents and annotated transcriptions primarily of letters between Elizabeth and Dan Huntington and their eleven children.
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1831.11.29 - Elizabeth Huntington to John Huntington, Nov. 29th, 1831
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This is a letter from mother to child, where Elizabeth updates her son John of her husband’s hopefully growing interests in becoming a preacher. She also informs him of different family matters, including who is visiting, and relays the contents of letters from other family members. Lastly, Elizabeth alludes to a broken little society and the prospective formation of a new one (of this, I assume she is referring to town community gatherings, perhaps for select people). Elizabeth makes many religious references, referring to the power God has over their lives.
Charles
Doctor Brown
Elizabeth
Frances
Francis
Frederic
God
Heams
Helen
intercession
John Whiting
Leverett
little societies
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preaching
religion
school
Theophilus
William
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Original documents and annotated transcriptions primarily of letters between Elizabeth and Dan Huntington and their eleven children.
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Original documents and annotated transcriptions primarily of letters between Elizabeth and Dan Huntington and their eleven children.
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1829.11.26 - Elizabeth Huntington to John Huntington, Nov, 26th, 1829
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In this letter, Elizabeth talks extensively about how she had expected Elizabeth Fisher and her family to arrive at her home and had taken great pains to prepare for their arrival only to find out when Pa came back from town that she had written that she was unable to come. A bed had already been moved to the North kitchen and apple puddings for the children were in the hearth. Elizabeth was unable to come because the season had progressed so quickly and she worried about the children getting sick on the journey. They planned to come to the farm in the summer for Commencement. Elizabeth talks about how Charles and Helen were able to come as well as Mary and Theodore. She also mentions that Edward’s business is doing well and wonders if God will bless him with success. After talking about the family gossip, Elizabeth shifts over to religious admiration of John Huntington (a preacher) and God, writing the importance of faith in God. She concludes the letter by telling John that they are looking forward to his visit and have given him $5 and that they can send more if he writes to his father.
Bethia
Charles
Dan
EDITED
Edward
Elizabeth
gift
Helen
illness
John Whiting
Mary
money
religion
Thanksgiving
Theodore
travel
William