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Letter from Edwin M. Gilbert, Columbia, to Amos Augustus Phelps, Decem...

In his letter to Amos A. Phelps, Edwin M. Gilbert expresses his approval of Phelps’s choice of profession in ministry. He relates some news around Lebanon, Conn. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Massachusetts Anti-Slavery Society expense account of A. A. Phelps for...

An itemized expense account, with the receipt signed by A.A. Phelps on April 10 1838, and three additional receipts: (1) for payment made by "New England Anti-Slavery Society" to “Dutton & Wentworth, Dr.” for a... More

Massachusetts Anti-Slavery Society expense account of A. A. Phelps for...

An itemized expense account, with the receipt signed by A.A. Phelps on April 10 1838, and three additional receipts: (1) for payment made by "New England Anti-Slavery Society" to “Dutton & Wentworth, Dr.” for a... More

Copy of letter from Amos Augustus Phelps, New York, to Rufus Anderson,...

A.A. Phelps writes to Rufus Anderson about the article Anderson published in the Missionary Herald, entitled “Extract from a communication of Doct. Hall to the Maryland Colonization Society.” Supplying informat... More

Letter from John Quincy Adams Edgell, West Newbury, to Amos Augustus P...

John Quincy Adams Edgell and G. B. Penny write to the pastor of the Free Church of Boston regarding a meeting to be held in the Centre Church regarding the installation of J. A. Martyn as pastor of the Centre C... More

Massachusetts Anti-Slavery Society expense account of A. A. Phelps for...

An itemized expense account, with the receipt signed by A.A. Phelps on April 10 1838, and three additional receipts: (1) for payment made by "New England Anti-Slavery Society" to “Dutton & Wentworth, Dr.” for a... More

Letter from George Allen, Shrewsbury, to Amos Augustus Phelps, Mar. 31...

George Allen writes to Amos. A. Phelps about the necessity of a new anti-slavery paper in Boston. He praises Dr. Porter ([the editor of New England Spectator]) for his work, but says the Spectator has “done its... More

Letter from William Wood, Manchester, Eng[land], to Amos Augustus Phel...

William Wood writes to Amos A. Phelps regarding notes concerning a Mrs. Elaw, a "a female of color..has lately arrived here from Nantucket having a strong..duty to preach the Gospel in England! She says she is ... More

Massachusetts Anti-Slavery Society expense account of A. A. Phelps for...

An itemized expense account, with the receipt signed by A.A. Phelps on April 10 1838, and three additional receipts: (1) for payment made by "New England Anti-Slavery Society" to “Dutton & Wentworth, Dr.” for a... More

Letter from George Waters, Holden, [Massachusetts], to Amos Augustus P...

George Waters write Amos A. Phelps about the sentiments of several ministers in the vicinity of Holden, concerning anti-slavery. He writes of Revered Alisha Scanson of Southborough who "professed himself Anti-S... More

Letter from Nathan Lord, Dartmouth College, [Hanover], to Amos Augustu...

In this letter to Amos A. Phelps, Nathan Lord confirms that Dartmouth College has an equal admission policy with regard to race. He talks about a steady stream of aborigines educated in the colleges and two bla... More

Receipted bills to the Massachusetts Anti-Slavery Society from Amos Au...

The item includes two receipted bills. One is an $8.68 bill issued to Massachusetts Anti-Slavery Society by Nathaniel Greene for letter postage, newspapers and boxes. An approval for the payment was signed on t... More

American pocket book - Public domain dedication image

This item is a leather cover of a pocket book. Written on the front of the cover in gilded gold: "American pocket book, 1842." Courtesy of Boston Public Library

E.A. Phelps British Anti-Slavery Society Papers

This folder contains a number of different items with different call numbers. Mss.Acc.1044 is an unsigned draft of a letter from A.A. Phelps to Francis Wayland where Phelps challenges Wayland's "let alone" poli... More

Letter from Samuel Joseph May, Boston, to Amos Augustus Phelps, Dec. 1...

In this letter to Amos A. Phelps, Samuel J. May discusses a few anti-slavery publications, including Phelps’s book, the second edition of which Mr. Knapp is willing to publish. He then discusses a variety of to... More

Massachusetts Anti-Slavery Society expense account of A. A. Phelps fro...

An itemized expense account and receipt, signed by A. A. Phelps on August 13, 1838, and a note requesting that the Massachusetts Anti-Slavery Society pay J. E. Fuller or the bearer of the note $23 and charge th... More

Receipted bills to the Massachusetts Anti-Slavery Society from Amos Au...

The item includes two receipted bills. One is an $8.68 bill issued to Massachusetts Anti-Slavery Society by Nathaniel Greene for letter postage, newspapers and boxes. An approval for the payment was signed on t... More

Massachusetts Anti-Slavery Society expense account of A. A. Phelps for...

An itemized expense account, with the receipt signed by A.A. Phelps on April 10 1838, and three additional receipts: (1) for payment made by "New England Anti-Slavery Society" to “Dutton & Wentworth, Dr.” for a... More

Letter from Isaac Gleason Porter, New London, to Amos Augustus Phelps,...

In this letter to Amos A. Phelps, Isaac Gleason Porter talks about his visit to New Haven and his experience teaching in school. He also relays some news about friends. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Letter from Clarissa Bodwell Phelps Tryon, Farmington, [Connecticut], ...

In this letter to Amos A. Phelps, his mother writes to him about money concerns.She urges him to come home. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Letter from William Schauffler, Andover, to Amos Augustus Phelps, [Jun...

In this letter to Amos A. Phelps, William Schauffler discusses some of Phelps’s affairs to which he attended. Preceding this letter are: (1) a letter from “C. Tryon” to Phelps, stating that he is sending money ... More

Letter from William P. Weeks, South Berswick, [Maine], to Amos Augustu...

William P. Weeks writes to Amos A. Phelps about money matters. He writes about an argument between himself and Uncle Hayman "upon the subject of your Academy Bills." He writes about religious matters in the tow... More

Letter from Ebenezer Porter, Andover, to Amos Augustus Phelps, June 5....

In this letter, Ebenezer Porter informs Amos A. Phelps of the decision of the faculty (of the Andover Theological Seminary) that it would be proper for him (Phelps) to renew his request to complete his three-ye... More

Letter from William Thompson, Andover, to Amos Augustus Phelps, 1828 J...

In this letter to Amos A. Phelps, William Thompson says he heard Phelps took charge of the academy in Berwick and inquires about a chance for him to teach there. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Facts relative to Africa slave trade - colonization

This item contains notes by Amos A. Phelps on the American Colonization Society, and on the arguments often made in support of colonization. Phelps’s note also contains a list of books on the subject. A clippin... More

Letter from Letter from William P. Weeks, Dorchester, [Massachusetts],...

William P. Weeks writes to Amos A. Phelps regarding the townspeople of South Berswick who "like Mr. Keeler very much-he writes well and prays well but has the Andover failing-a want of energy in his delivery-wh... More

Letter from Samuel Rockwell, Colebrook, to Amos Augustus Phelps, Dec 2...

Samuel Rockwell writes to Amos A. Phelps to request information concerning parishes in his vicinity that might be in need of a minister. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Letter from Enoch Pond, Boston, to Amos Augustus Phelps, July 26. 1830

In this letter to Amos A, Phelps, Enoch Pond relays Mr. Frank’s report that the only source of uneasiness in Hopkinton about having Phelps as a pastor, as far as he is aware, is Phelps’s receiving several Sabba... More

Letter from Clarissa Bodwell Phelps Tryon, Farmington, [Connecticut], ...

Clarissa Tryon writes to her son Amos about domestic matters. She discusses several converts made among the Methodists of Farmington. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Letter from William P. Weeks, Canaan, [New Hampshire], to Amos Augustu...

William P. Weeks writes Amos A. Phelps upset by a previous letter Phelps had written him discussing politics. He writes about their political disagreements with regards to Weeks new position as Postmaster in Ho... More

Autograph notes for sermons by Amos Augustus Phelps

This item contains bits and pieces of notes by Amos A. Phelps for his sermons. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Autograph notes for sermons by Amos Augustus Phelps

This item contains bits and pieces of notes by Amos A. Phelps for his sermons. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Letter from George Jeffrey Tillotson, Brooklyn, [Conn.], to Amos Augus...

George Jeffrey Tillotson writes to Amos A. Phelps about the uncomfortable weather in Brooklyn, claiming "the heat is particularly oppressive." He then asks Phelps "How do you succeed in t[he] city of renown" an... More

Letter from William Wolcott, Petersham, [Massachusetts], to Amos Augus...

William Wolcott writes to Amos A. Phelps regarding being recommended to settle at Barre in the Orthodox Church. He writes that the "soc's committee were desirious that I should write you, I say what I could to ... More

Letter from Benjamin Schneider, Andover, to Amos Augustus Phelps, Apri...

In reply to Amos A. Phelps's letter, Benjamin Schneider describes Mr. Richards’s strange behavior. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Autograph notes for sermons by Amos Augustus Phelps

This item contains bits and pieces of notes by Amos A. Phelps for his sermons. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Autograph notes for sermons by Amos Augustus Phelps

This item contains bits and pieces of notes by Amos A. Phelps for his sermons. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Autograph notes for sermons by Amos Augustus Phelps

This item contains bits and pieces of notes by Amos A. Phelps for his sermons. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Autograph notes for sermons by Amos Augustus Phelps

This item contains bits and pieces of notes by Amos A. Phelps for his sermons. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Hymns, black - South Carolina to Amos Augustus Phelps

This item contains a copy of a hymn, suspected to be sent to Amos A. Phelps. The annotation on verso states that this is a hymn sung by blacks “on the island opp. Charleston.” A note below the hymn says the hym... More

Anti slavery convention for New England from Amos Augustus Phelps, [Bo...

This manuscript contains resolutions adopted at a meeting held at the office of S. E. Sewall on Sept. 24, 1833, relative to a National Anti-Slavery Convention to be held at Boston in Nov. 1833. Courtesy of Bost... More

Letter from Lewis F. Laine, Andover, to Amos Augustus Phelps, Aug. 8, ...

In this letter, Lewis F. Laine informs Amos A. Phelps of Mr. Badger’s position on Phelps’s delivering anti-slavery address at Andover. Although Badger is “willing that the subject should be examined,” he “could... More

Letter from J. W. Kimball, Andover, to Amos Augustus Phelps, 14 July 1...

In this letter to Amos A. Phelps, J. W. Kimball gives an update on his situation and prospect in Andover. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Letter from Sarah Ann Adams, Hopkinton, to Amos Augustus Phelps, Aug. ...

Sarah Ann Adams writes to Amos A. Phelps that Mrs. Phelps informed her that he cares about her future. She accepts his offer for a letter of introduction. She says she is willing to go any place where she "can ... More

Anti slavery convention for New England from Amos Augustus Phelps, [Bo...

This manuscript contains resolutions adopted at a meeting held at the office of S. E. Sewall on Sept. 24, 1833, relative to a National Anti-Slavery Convention to be held at Boston in Nov. 1833. Courtesy of Bost... More

Letter from Orson S. Murray, Montpelier, to Amos Augustus Phelps, Octo...

In this letter to Amos A. Phelps, Orson S. Murray expresses his approval of Phelps’s published lectures. He goes further to expresses his own antislavery sentiments. He forwards some names of abolitionists with... More

Letter from Lewis Tappan, New York, to Amos Augustus Phelps, 22 Nov. 1...

In this letter to Amos A. Phelps, Lewis Tappan requests for information concerning the character and ability of Mr. Granger, who desires to become the pastor of the new Free Church in New York. Courtesy of Bost... More

Letter from Benjamin Blydenburg Wisner, [Boston, Massachusetts], to Am...

Benjamin Blydenburg Wisner writes to Amos A. Phelps regarding a notice that "the Reverend Mr. Smith, a missionary of the American Board, attached to the Mediteranean mission; & who in company with the Rev Holy ... More

Anti slavery convention for New England from Amos Augustus Phelps, [Bo...

This manuscript contains resolutions adopted at a meeting held at the office of S. E. Sewall on Sept. 24, 1833, relative to a National Anti-Slavery Convention to be held at Boston in Nov. 1833. Courtesy of Bost... More

Letter from Lyman Gellet, Newton, [Massachusetts], to Amos Augustus Ph...

[Lyman Gellent] writes to Amos A. Phelps in regards to forming a paper on religious themes in the hopes to have an independent discussion on "christian duty." He asks him to reply to his questions which he list... More

The remedy of slavery by Amos Augustus Phelps, [ca. 1834]

This item contains a draft of a lecture, which was later published in Phelps’s “Lectures on slavery and its remedy.” It argues against gradual emancipation and in favor of immediate emancipation. The item also ... More

Letter from Albert Barnes, Philada, to Amos Augustus Phelps, Jany 3. 1...

Albert Barnes writes to Amos A. Phelps that he is unable to attend the meeting in which Phelps invited him, owing to poor health. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Letter from Amos Augustus Phelps, Amesbury [Mass.], to William Lloyd G...

Amos A. Phelps writes that he had “four grand meetings in Dover,” and is on his way to Boston. He asks Garrison to use extreme care in regard to the “American Union” question, and proposes a series of issues (i... More

Letter from Amos Augustus Phelps, Hallowell [Maine], to Charlotte Phel...

Amos A. Phelps writes to his wife, Charlotte, that the bundle she supposedly had sent did not arrived in time. He asks her to retrieve it; he will get along without it. He then expresses his displeasure at the ... More

Letter from Charlotte Phelps, Wrentham, to Amos Augustus Phelps, Apr 2...

In this letter, Amos A. Phelps’s wife Charlotte informs her husband about of some domestic affairs, as well as some conversations she had with a few people, including Deacon Sanders, who praised the address Phe... More

Letter from Amos Augustus Phelps, Philadelphia, to Charlotte Phelps, M...

Amos A. Phelps writes to his wife, Charlotte, that he is in Philadelphia where a great antislavery meeting is being arranged. He says that, in spite of the untruthful newspaper coverage of the antislavery meeti... More

Letter from John Gulliver, Boston, to Amos Augustus Phelps, Sept 14 -1...

John Gulliver writes to Amos A. Phelps to invite him to preach at the Free Church in Boston for a certain time period. He also discusses the possibility for Phelps to “buy out Mr. Porter of the Spectator and ma... More

Letter from George A. Avery, Rochester, to Amos Augustus Phelps, Sept ...

George A. Avery writes to Amos A. Phelps that he is forwarding a few letters for Phelps that had come to his hand as well as a couple of notes from the editor the “Democrat” containing reviews of Phelps’s commu... More

Letter from Amos Augustus Phelps, Le Roy [N.Y.], to Charlotte Phelps, ...

A.A. Phelps writes to his wife, Charlotte, that his plan changed and he is now in Le Roy instead of Utica. He will be in Rochester next. He discusses their plan to be together in the winter, either in St. Domin... More

Letter from Henry Egbert Benson, Boston, to Amos Augustus Phelps, Aug ...

Henry Egbert Benson forwards to Amos A. Phelps a letter in which David Stowell asks William Lloyd Garrison whether Phelps could attend a county convention at Mount Vernon. Benson says this letter “has been layi... More

Letter from Amos Augustus Phelps, Boston, to Charlotte Phelps, Jan 16....

Amos A. Phelps writes to his wife, Charlotte, and described the “Union” meeting, which he says was “one of the most ungentlemanly” meetings he has ever attended. He says he will not be home the following day be... More

Letter from Amos Augustus Phelps, Springville (N.Y.), to Charlotte Phe...

A.A. Phelps writes to his wife, Charlotte, about the difficulty he is having in getting places to lecture due to the tyranny of mobs. After discussing some recent activities, he talks about the prospect of beco... More

Letter from Elizur Wright, New York, to Amos Augustus Phelps, 1835 Apr...

Elizur Wright Jr. writes to Amos A. Phelps regarding the desire for more agents "and the best possible agents." He also writes that the mission to England has been given up until next year." He discusses the ha... More

Letter from John Farmer, Concord, N.H., to Amos Augustus Phelps, 7 Apr...

John Farmer writes to Amos A. Phelps to invite him to be present at the annual meeting of the New Hampshire Anti-Slavery Society. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Letter from Joshua Leavitt, New York, to Amos Augustus Phelps, Dec. 2....

In this letter to Amos A. Phelps, Joshua Leavitt discusses various agendas, tasks and plans for the anti-slavery causes. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Letter from Elizur Wright, New York, to Amos Augustus Phelps, 1835 Sep...

Elizur Wright Jr. writes to Amos A. Phelps about a copy of the Treasury Report. He gives Phelps a copy so he can see the condition of "our finances." He discusses their need for more money, and hopes things imp... More

Letter from William Lloyd Garrison, Brooklyn, [Conn.], to Henry Egbert...

Letter from Amos Augustus Phelps, New York, to Charlotte Phelps, March...

Amos A. Phelps writes to his wife, Charlotte, and describes his recent activities in Norwalk and New York. He relates to her the decision of the Executive Committee of the American Anti-Slavery Society that Tho... More

Letter from George A. Avery, Rochester, to Amos Augustus Phelps, Oct 5...

George A. Avery writes to Amos A. Phelps about the proposed State convention. Alvan Strewart thinks it is important to have large delegation and attendance from the whole Western region. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Letter from Amos Augustus Phelps, Auburn [N.Y.], to Charlotte Phelps, ...

A.A. Phelps writes to his wife, Charlotte, about his journey to Auburn and his schedule. He then discusses the work being done to the house in Farmington, and the possibility of traveling with her to the West I... More

Letter from David Root, Dover, to Amos Augustus Phelps, Jan 25 - 1835

In this letter to Amos A. Phelps, David Root discusses Phelps’s planned visit to Dover. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Letter from Joshua Leavitt, New York, to Amos Augustus Phelps, Dec. 26...

In this letter to Amos A. Phelps, Joshua Leavitt apologized for not being able to comply with Phelps’s request due to the troubles in his organization’s finance as well as his own. He also talks about Arthur Ta... More

Letter from Arthur Granger, Meriden, to Amos Augustus Phelps, 14. Aprl...

Arthur Granger writes to Amos A. Phelps that it is inadvisable to have antislavery lectures in Meriden at present. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Letter from J.S. Withington, Boston, [Massachusetts], to Amos Augustus...

J.S. Withington writes to Amos A. Phelps in regards to an offer for Phelps to become editor of the New England Spectator. He says that he will set up a meeting of the friends and will be pleased to hear from hi... More

Letter from Guy C. Sampson, North Goshen, to Amos Augustus Phelps, Apl...

In this letter to Amos A. Phelps, Guy C. Sampson mentions the possibility of forming an antislavery society in his area and having delegates to the County convention next month. He asks questions regarding plan... More

Letter from Amos Augustus Phelps, New York, to First Free Congregation...

A. A. Phelps declines the position as a pastor of the Free Church of Boston. ("It seems to me that duty calls me to New York rather than to Boston.") Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Letter from Amos Augustus Phelps, New York, to Charlotte Phelps, Sept....

A.A. Phelps writes to his wife, Charlotte, introducing John Arrick, a former slave from the South who desires protection and employment. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Letter from J.S. Withington, Boston, [Massachusetts], to Amos Augustus...

J.S.Withington writes to Amos A. Phelps regarding Phelps taking over as editor for the New England Spectator. He writes that the old editor will be leaving Boston and wants Phelps to take over his job duties wi... More

Partial letter from Anne Warren Weston, Groton, [Mass.], to Deborah We...

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Letter from Nathaniel Crosby, Newburyport, to Amos Augustus Phelps, 10...

Nathaniel Crosby writes to Amos A. Phelps to express his displeasure at the content of the Liberator and William Lloyd Garrison's view on the clergy. He says that he has written to William Lloyd Garrison about ... More

Letter from Amos Farnsworth, Groton, to Amos Augustus Phelps, 27 Oct. ...

Amos Farnsworth writes to Amos A. Phelps to express his belief that, in spite of Garrison's severe attack on the clergy, it would be better for the antislavery cause if his opponents stay with him rather than f... More

Letter from Milton Metcalf Fisher, Westboro, to Amos Augustus Phelps, ...

Milton M. Fisher writes to Amos A. Phelps that he thinks Phelps's letter addressed to “Mr. Morse Merchant” is for himself as he is the only merchant in town known to be an abolitionist. He expresses his sentime... More

Letter from Milton Metcalf Fisher, Westboro, to Amos Augustus Phelps, ...

Milton M. Fisher writes to Amos A. Phelps that he thinks Phelps's letter addressed to “Mr. Morse Merchant” is for himself as he is the only merchant in town known to be an abolitionist. He expresses his sentime... More

Letter from Elizur Wright, New York, to Amos Augustus Phelps, 1837 Oct...

Elizur Wright Jr. writes to Amos A. Phelps regarding William Lloyd Garrison and the "Appeal." He writes, "if we had only condemned the Appeal, we should have placed ourselves in the predicament in which you see... More

Letter from Lewis Tappan, New York, to Amos Augustus Phelps, 17 Nov. 1...

In this letter to Amos A. Phelps, Lewis Tappan discusses the delicate situation in which the antislavery cause is placed, with certain individuals contemplating leaving the field or forming a new society. He sa... More

Copy of letter from Amos Augustus Phelps, Boston, to Samuel Joseph May...

Amos A. Phelps writes to Samuel J. May to request information in respect to the sentiments of the ministers of May’s denomination with regard to slavery. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Letter from George Trask, Warren, [Massachusetts], to Amos Augustus Ph...

Reverend George Trask writes a letter to Amos A. Phelps with a list of conjectures in regard to the antislavery convention that will be held in Worcester the following month. In this letter, Trask blesses Phelp... More

Letter from George Thompson, Edinburgh, to Amos Augustus Phelps, 1837 ...

In this letter to Amos A. Phelps, George Thompson copies the correspondence between himself and Dr. Philip regarding a letter published in the Boston Recorder written by professor Stowe of Lane Seminary, which ... More

Letter from Samuel May, Jr., Leicester, to Amos Augustus Phelps, 1837 ...

In reply to Amos A. Phelps’s request, Samuel May provides the names of the ministers in the Worcester area, and the information regarding their stances on antislavery. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Letter from Elizur Wright, New York, to Amos Augustus Phelps, 1837 Jul...

Elizur Wright Jr. writes to Amos A. Phelps regarding anti-slavery publications and money matters. He writes about "the apology" and says, "I was honest & well meaning about it. I think I was as careful of your ... More

Letter from Mary Weston, Boston, [Mass.], to Deborah Weston, Oct. 9, [...

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Letter from Alanson St. Clair, West Boylston, to Amos Augustus Phelps,...

In this letter to Amos A. Phelps, Alanson St. Clair discusses antislavery agents across Massachusetts, and the convention he and his associates plan to hold in Worcester in September. He says that the ministers... More

Letter from James C. White, Boston, [Massachusetts], to Amos Augustus ...

James C. White writes to Amos A. Phelps about his efforts to not give up on the antislavery paper. He makes a few suggestions for Phelps to establish a new paper. He writes, "I purpose that vigorous efforts be ... More

Letter from Elnathan Davis, Holden, to Amos Augustus Phelps, March 21....

Elnathan Davis writes to Amos A. Phelps that the American Board of Commissioners for Foreign Missions refuses to send Davis on a mission because he does not believe in infant baptism. He says he is writing in o... More

Letter from Maria Weston Chapman, Boston, [Mass.], to William Lloyd Ga...

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Letter from Ambrose Day, Westfield, to Amos Augustus Phelps, Jany 15 1...

In reply to Amos A. Phelps's request, Ambrose Day gives the names and post office addresses of ministers in Westfield. He says he is unable to give any definite information concerning the stances these minister... More

Letter from Joseph Glazier, Athol, to Amos Augustus Phelps, Jan 4th 18...

In his attempt to answer Amos A. Phelps’s question regarding the positions of the ministers around Athol on the subject of antislavery, Joseph Glazer lists the names and addresses of the ministers in his area a... More

Letter from Thomas Edwards, Mendon, to Amos Augustus Phelps, July 1838

Thomas Edwards writes to Amos A. Phelps regarding an address he?Edwards?plans to deliver at his home about the abolition of slavery in the British West India. He asks a few questions on the subject, and request... More

Letter from John Edwin Brown, Providence, to Amos Augustus Phelps, Apr...

John E. Brown writes to Amos A. Phelps that anti-abolitionism is gaining strength in his church after a few abolitionists left. He describes the ongoing politics in his church society in relation to the possibi... More

Letter from Lewis Tappan, New York, to Amos Augustus Phelps, 1838 Marc...

In this letter to Amos A. Phelps, Lewis Tappan answers some questions from Phelps about a Presbyterian church, for which Phelps is being called as a pastor. In answering the questions, Tappan copies a letter fr... More