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Title: Samuel Kirkland to John T. Kirkland
Names: Kirkland, John Thornton, 1770-1840,
Date: 1796-03-24
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 2 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Abstract: Having received correspondence from Thornton through his other son, George, Samuel offers his thanks and discusses family business, in particular, his concern over his daughter Jerusha. He turns the discussion to monetary affairs and informs Thornton that George did not send as much as he had promised. Samuel still needs more money.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-188a
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Title: Samuel Kirkland to John T. Kirkland
Names: Kirkland, John Thornton, 1770-1840,
Date: 1797
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 2 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Ballstown Springs (N.Y.), Saratoga County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: Samuel is overly anxious to hear from his son, and he wonders if his copious amount of correspondence is not being delivered to Thornton. Samuel plans to return to Paris next week. He recently heard from Sally, Eliza, George and the rest of the family.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-201f
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Title: Samuel Kirkland to John T. Kirkland
Names: Kirkland, John Thornton, 1770-1840,
Date: 1796-11-28
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 2 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Paris (N.Y.), Oneida County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: Samuel answers Thornton's question about his resignation of his mission, stating that unless "a reformation should take place among the Indians" he shall proceed with his intended resignation. In this event he wishes an address to be drawn up and delivered to the Indians in the presence of "several associates of the presbitery of this country." He also requests a copy of the defense that Thornton wrote on his behalf. Samuel wishes his thanks to be conveyed to Peter Thacher for his letter [see 191a]. He also speaks about his declining health and says he hopes to get a barrel of medicinal water from the Springs, as recommended by Dr. Buxton.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-193b
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Title: Samuel Kirkland to John T. Kirkland
Names: Kirkland, John Thornton, 1770-1840,
Date: 1795-05-18
Type: Covenants, laws, and legal and land records
Pages: 2 image files
Text: Kirkland 179c Samuel Kirkland to John T. Kirkland . Clinton, May 18th 1795. My dear Son, I hope my last reached you before this time. I don't enjoy quite so good health as I flattered myself I had in prospect when I wrote. The fatigues I underwent at Oneida for the first Sabbath or two after I began to recover, were too severe for me. The time for you expected visit to the family is fast
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Clinton (N.Y.), Oneida (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: Samuel Kirkland's health is not so good as previously reported. Since his quarter's salary of 50 dollars will soon come due, he requests that his son send it to him, along with an additional fifty dollars of his son's own, if possible. The Academy has drained most of his own personal funds.
Note: Description: Includes a transcription.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-179c
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Title: Samuel Kirkland to John T. Kirkland
Names: Kirkland, John Thornton, 1770-1840,
Date: 1797-09-09
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 2 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Ballstown Springs (N.Y.), Saratoga County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: Thornton's cousin has just arrived at the Springs, and Samuel is worried because he has not heard from Thornton for some time. David Avery had just visited Samuel at the Springs and said he had seen Thornton in good health two weeks earlier in Boston. Samuel needs money, saying he is "utterly destitute."
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-201b
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Title: Samuel Kirkland to John T. Kirkland
Names: Kirkland, John Thornton, 1770-1840,
Date: 1797-07-15
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 2 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Ballstown Springs (N.Y.), Saratoga County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: Samuel informs Thornton of his safe return to the Springs, and that his health is slowly improving. Samuel talks about his health and the possibility of his completing his journal.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-197b
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Title: Samuel Kirkland to John T. Kirkland
Names: Kirkland, John Thornton, 1770-1840,
Date: 1798-12-16
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 16 image files
Subjects: Indians of North America -- New York (State), Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Paris (N.Y.), Oneida County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: Samuel Kirkland talks about the plague in Philadelphia and how happy he is to hear that Thornton is healthy. He is disheartened by his own loss of property and the misfortunes of George and the Academy. Samuel has endured much suffering and hardships in recent years. He explains to Thornton that when George went bankrupt, Samuel and his land were drawn down as well as subject to mortgages. He is having trouble selling his land to pay off his debts. He mentions the Academy and the 325 acres of land he gave it. His generosity to the Academy is ample, as he has housed Indian Boys for months at a time, including the Tuscarora Chief's son, David Cusick. He tells Thornton about the Bond of 1700 dollars to Sarah Bayliss which he and George cosigned. They now owe Bayliss approximately 2000 dollars, and she needs the money desperately. Samuel has offered land to her as compensation but she refuses. The 14-page letter is laden with religious references, including a several line verse from a fellow clergyman.
Note: Description: 14-page letter
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-207d
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Title: Samuel Kirkland to John T. Kirkland
Names: Kirkland, John Thornton, 1770-1840,
Date: 1796-01-16
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 4 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Paris (N.Y.), Oneida County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: Samuel Kirkland discusses his son George and his marital status, in addition to his own lack of money. He informs Thornton (John Thornton Kirkland) that he awaits with anticipation the arrival of 200 dollars from George in the near future.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-187b
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Title: Samuel Kirkland to John T. Kirkland
Names: Kirkland, John Thornton, 1770-1840,
Date: 1799-03-14
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 4 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Albany (N.Y.), Albany County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: Samuel is worried because he has not heard from his son for a while. He has been with some relatives in connection with George's bond to a Captain Sanger. Owing Sanger about 2400 dollars, Samuel resorts to reimbursing him with wildland. Samuel is still preaching, and he recently returned from doing so in Oneida. Before he left the Indians, he had baptized 13 children.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-208a
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Title: Samuel Kirkland to John T. Kirkland
Names: Kirkland, John Thornton, 1770-1840,
Date: 1796-03-29
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 2 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Abstract: Samuel sends his heartfelt affection and wishes Thornton the best in the ministerial position.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-188b
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Title: Samuel Kirkland to John T. Kirkland
Names: Kirkland, John Thornton, 1770-1840,
Date: 1796-09-09
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 2 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Ballstown Springs (N.Y.), Saratoga County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: Samuel writes to his son that the healing Springs have vastly improved his health. He entreats Thornton to pray for his health, because Samuel wishes to devote the rest of his life to God. He says that the medicinal waters of the Springs attract a geographically diverse group of people, coming from all parts of the country as well as from Europe. P.S. Sally's stay with Mr. and Mrs. Parson might be drawing too long, and she might be overstaying her welcome.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-191b
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Title: Samuel Kirkland to John T. Kirkland
Names: Kirkland, John Thornton, 1770-1840,
Date: 1796-01-11
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 4 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Paris (N.Y.), Oneida County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: Samuel Kirkland relates to his son the strong feelings that his son's most recent letter aroused concerning the affectionate bonds between father and son and the paternal/filial responsibilities that are required as one grows older. He informs his on that despite ill-health he has continued to preach through the summer, and that God has comforted him in his pain. Samuel reinforces the importance and magnitude of his son's theological studies and the necessity of spiritual diligence and devotion.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-187a
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Title: Samuel Kirkland to John T. Kirkland
Names: Kirkland, John Thornton, 1770-1840,
Date: 1797-07-30
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 4 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Ballstown Springs (N.Y.), Saratoga County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: Samuel has not heard from Thornton since they last saw each other at the Mohawk River. He mentions his recurring monetary problems, specifically the 100 dollars he paid for Eliza's education [see 197c]. Mrs. B[Ingham?] is threatening Samuel with a legal suit for 850 dollars.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-197e
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/

Title: Samuel Kirkland to John T. Kirkland
Names: Kirkland, John Thornton, 1770-1840,
Date: 1796-04-30
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 2 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Paris (N.Y.), Oneida County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: Samuel expresses concern to Thornton about George's long absence and lack of communication. He also discusses Thornton's health and his own welfare. He urges his son to write more frequently.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-189a
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Title: Samuel Kirkland to John T. Kirkland
Names: Kirkland, John Thornton, 1770-1840,
Date: 1797-08-05
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 2 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Ballstown Springs (N.Y.), Saratoga County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: Samuel has sent a lengthy letter yesterday by Mr. Waldo or Judge Lincoln to be handed to Thornton by Mr. Hedge [see 198a]. Mr. Hedge feels he did not benefit from the healing waters and is too low spirited, in Samuel's opinion.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-198b
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/

Title: Samuel Kirkland to John T. Kirkland
Names: Kirkland, John Thornton, 1770-1840,
Date: 1797-10-31
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 4 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Old Fort Schuyler (N.Y.), Oneida County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: Samuel finally received a letter from Thornton, dated September 18, 1797. The letter was delayed because it was accidentally sent to Burlington. Samuel says that the hardest affair for him has been George's embarrassing predicament. Samuel calls George his "prodigal, imprudent and unfortunate son." Later Samuel informs Thornton that George, Ralph and others have returned to Whitesborough.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-202a
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/

Title: Samuel Kirkland to John T. Kirkland
Names: Kirkland, John Thornton, 1770-1840,
Date: 1797-07-18
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 2 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Ballstown Springs (N.Y.), Saratoga County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: Samuel requests Thornton to forward all bills to Ballstown Springs. Concerning the 100 dollars for Eliza's education at Bethlehem, Samuel is upset because George had promised to take care of it. Samuel also tells Thornton that George's misfortunes have distressed him, but he has turned to the Lord for support.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-197c
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/

Title: Samuel Kirkland to John T. Kirkland
Names: Kirkland, John Thornton, 1770-1840,
Date: 1796-01-16
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 2 image files
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Whitestown (Pa.), Butler County (Pa.), Pennsylvania
Abstract: Samuel Kirkland tells his son that his brothers are setting out that morning to visit Thornton and his sister Jerusha. He mentions that George is seeking monetary success. Apparently Thornton was displeased with a joint venture with his brother George on 200 acres, and Samuel apologizes saying that 50 acres at the Southwest corner will allow him to accommodate the Academy, leaving the rest. Samuel also speaks about the quantities of materials and money required by the Academy and his own lack of finances.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-187c
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/

Title: Samuel Kirkland to John T. Kirkland
Names: Kirkland, John Thornton, 1770-1840,
Date: 1795-04-15
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 2 image files
Text: Kirkland 178a Samuel Kirkland to John T. Kirkland Paris 15th April 1795. My dear Son, You have doubtless waited with impatience for some time to hear of my safe return from Boston. The journey was very fatiguing, and some part of it distressing and hazardous, occasioned by a severe snow storm betwixt Albany and German Flatts. There were four sleighs of us in company, and we had like to have
Subjects: Missionaries -- New York (State)
Geography: Paris (N.Y.), Oneida County (N.Y.), New York
Abstract: Samuel Kirkland informs his son of his (relatively) safe return from Boston. Having emerged from the journey with "only" a frozen toe, nose, cheek, and other ailments, he wishes his son well in the ministry.
Note: Description: Includes a transcription.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Samuel Kirkland Collection
Identifier: yhm-arc-kir-178a
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/

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