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Title: Albany, April 28, 1838. Saturday. Rev. Edward Robinson D.D. Rec'd at Beirut, July 4
Names: Robinson, Edward, 1794-1863, Robinson, Elisabeth, Robinson,George
Date: 1838-04-28
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 4 images
Geography: Albany (N.Y.), Detroit (Mich.), Beirut (Lebanon)
Abstract: H-1 1838, April 28 Letter to E. R. from Elisabeth and George Robinson in Albany and received in Beirut on July 4 by E. R. George writes that Charles has been offered a position with a firm in Detroit and is considering moving his family to Michigan. Elisabeth gives E. R. the usual family news.
Note: 1838, April 28: Letter to Edward Robinson from Elisabeth and George Robinson.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Edward Robinson Collection
Identifier: yhm-spe-rob-h01p
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/

Title: Albany, Dec 27, 1837, Wednesday. Rev. Edward Robinson, aux soins de MM. Delaunay, Burgy, et comp. au Havre en France
Names: Robinson, Edward, 1794-1863, Robinson, Elisabeth
Date: 1837-12-27
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 4 images
Subjects: Canada -- History -- Rebellion, 1837-1838, New York (State) -- History, Military -- 19th century
Geography: Canada, Albany (N.Y.), Le Havre (France), Cairo (Egypt)
Abstract: H-1 1837, Dec. 27 Letter to E. R. from Elisabeth Robinson in Albany. Addressed c/o Mons. Delaunay at Havre, France and was received by E. R. in Cairo, Egypt, March 3, 1838. Gives news of the family and then relates news of a revolution in Canada by the patriots.
Note: 1837, December 27 - Letter to Edward Robinson from his sister Elisabeth, giving news of the family and relating news of revolution in Canada by the patriots.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Edward Robinson Collection
Identifier: yhm-spe-rob-h01c
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/

Title: Albany, Jan. 28, 1838, Sabbath evening. Rev. Edward Robinson, aux soins de Mr. J. Gliddon, Consul Americain, Alexandrie, Egypte
Names: Robinson, Edward, 1794-1863, Robinson, Elisabeth
Date: 1838-01-28
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 4 images
Subjects: Consuls -- Egypt -- Alexandria, Biblical scholars -- Travel
Geography: Albany (N.Y.), Alexandria (Egypt), Utica (N.Y.)
Abstract: H-1 1838, Jan. 28 Letter to E. R. from Elisabeth Robinson in Albany. Addressed to Alexandria, Egypt and received by E. R. on April 14. She had a visit from Mrs. Upson of Utica, who will soon become Judge James Dean second wife. Mr. Woodruff has no business this winter, so he attends debates in Albany.
Note: 1838, January 38 - Letter to Edward Robinson from his sister Elisabeth.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Edward Robinson Collection
Identifier: yhm-spe-rob-h01d
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/

Title: Albany, March 29, 1838. Rev. Edward Robinson D.D., aux soins de Monsieur J. Gliddon, Consul Americain, Alexandrie, Egypte
Names: Robinson, Edward, 1794-1863, Robinson, Elisabeth
Date: 1838-03-29
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 4 images
Subjects: Biblical scholars -- Travel
Geography: Albany (N.Y.), Alexandria (Egypt), Italy, Greece, Turkey
Abstract: H-1 1838, Mar 29 Letter to E. R. from Elisabeth Robinson in Albany. Addressed c/o Mons. Gliddon, American Consul in Alexandria, Egypt. Received by E. R. in Beirut on July 5th. She mentions that her reading during the winter months has centered on those regions visited by E. R., namely, Italy, Greece, Asia Minor, and Egypt. Indicates that she is witnessing the break up of a home she has loved to visit, for Sophia and James are moving to Michigan to be closer to their daughters. Continues to relate political news concerning the Whigs and the patriots.
Note: 1838, March 29 - Letter to Edward Robinson from his sister Elisabeth.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Edward Robinson Collection
Identifier: yhm-spe-rob-h01f
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/

Title: April 8, 1818 by Albany. Miss E. Kirkland, Clinton, Oneida Co. State N. York
Names: Robinson, Edward, 1794-1863, Kirkland, John Thornton, 1770-1840, Kirkland, Eliza
Date: 1818-04-08
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 4 images
Subjects: Brothers and sisters -- Correspondence, Sisters -- Diseases, Eye -- Diseases, Ghostwriting
Geography: Cambridge (Mass.), Albany (N.Y.), Clinton (N.Y.)
Abstract: C-1 1818, April 8 Letter to Eliza Kirkland in Clinton from her brother John in Cambridge, MA. He asks why she has not acknowledged the check sent for $50. Mentions that she could get someone else to write for her, since her eyes are inflamed, making it difficult to read. He suggests she ask her cousin William or her "friend Mr. Robinson." John adds another few lines written on April 24th, acknowledging receipt of a much awaited reply from his sister.
Note: 1818, April 8 - Letter to Eliza Kirkland from John Thornton Kirkland.
Part of: Edward Robinson Collection, Hamilton College Library Digital Collections
Identifier: yhm-spe-rob-c01f
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/

Title: Aug. 24, 1818 by Albany. Miss Eliza Kirkland, Clinton, Oneida Co. S. N. York
Names: Robinson, Edward, 1794-1863, Kirkland, John Thornton, 1770-1840, Kirkland, Eliza
Date: 1818-08-24
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 4 images
Subjects: Brothers and sisters -- Correspondence, Betrothal, Salutations
Geography: Cambridge (Mass.), Albany (N.Y.), Clinton (N.Y.)
Abstract: C-1 1818, Aug. 24 Letter to Eliza Kirkland in Clinton from her brother John in Cambridge, MA. He writes to say how happy he is that she has decided to marry and that she should not postpone the date of the ceremony to accommodate his travel plans. In fact, he rather urges her to be married before he pays a visit to Clinton in September.
Note: 1818, August 24 - Letter to Eliza Kirkland from John Thornton Kirkland, congratulating Eliza for her upcoming marriage to Robinson.
Part of: Edward Robinson Collection, Hamilton College Library Digital Collections
Identifier: yhm-spe-rob-c01h
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/

Title: Aug. 31, 1818 by Albany. Miss E. Kirkland, Clinton, Oneida Co. N. York
Names: Kirkland, John Thornton, 1770-1840, Kirkland, Eliza
Date: 1818-09-31
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 4 images
Subjects: Brothers and sisters -- Correspondence, Commencement ceremonies -- Massachusetts --Harvard, Family reunions
Geography: Cambridge (Mass.), Albany (N.Y.), Clinton (N.Y.)
Abstract: C-1 1818, Aug. 31 Letter to Eliza Kirkland in Clinton from her brother John in Cambridge, MA. The salutation reads "My dear sister Mrs. R." John asks if he should still keep his plan to visit. Mentions that he will attend the Harvard Commencement before setting out for Clinton.
Note: 1818, August 31 - Letter to Eliza Kirkland from John Thornton Kirkland.
Part of: Edward Robinson Collection, Hamilton College Library Digital Collections
Identifier: yhm-spe-rob-c01i
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/

Title: Aug. 5, 1818 by Albany. Miss Eliza Kirkland, Clinton, Oneida Co. S. N. York
Names: Robinson, Edward, 1794-1863, Kirkland, John Thornton, 1770-1840, Kirkland, Eliza
Date: 1818-08-05
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 4 images
Subjects: Brothers and sisters -- Correspondence, Marriage mentoring, Courtship, Estate settlement costs
Geography: Cambridge (Mass.), Albany (N.Y.), Clinton (N.Y.)
Abstract: C-1 1818, Aug. 5 Letter to Eliza Kirkland in Clinton from her brother John in Cambridge, MA. John responds to Eliza's queries about whether or not she should marry Robinson. John gives advice on how to turn away Robinson's interest in her, should she desire to do so. He also encourages her and their mother to visit him in Cambridge and stay in his house. Alludes to financial problems experienced by Eliza in connection with the settlement of the Kirkland estate.
Note: 1818, August 5 - Letter to Eliza Kirkland from John Thornton Kirkland, offering Eliza advice on marrying or, if she chooses, rejecting Robinson.
Part of: Edward Robinson Collection, Hamilton College Library Digital Collections
Identifier: yhm-spe-rob-c01g
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/

Title: Cambridge Mass, July 24. July 23, 1817 by Albany. Miss Eliza Kirkland, Clinton, Oneida Co. State N. York
Names: Kirkland, John Thornton, 1770-1840, Kirkland, Eliza
Date: 1817-07-23
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 4 images
Subjects: Brothers and sisters -- Correspondence, Condolence notes, Family life, Family vacations -- Connecticut -- Lebanon
Geography: Cambridge (Mass.), Albany (N.Y.), Clinton (N.Y.)
Abstract: C-1 1817, July 23 Letter to Eliza Kirkland in Clinton from her brother John in Cambridge MA. He tells of his visiting relatives in Lebanon, CT. Also tells of the death of Sophia Hill and the care he took to alleviate the sorrows of her family.
Note: 1817, July 23 - Letter to Eliza Kirkland from John Thornton Kirkland.
Part of: Edward Robinson Collection, Hamilton College Library Digital Collections
Identifier: yhm-spe-rob-c01c
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/

Title: Cambridge Ms, April 15, 1817 by Albany. Miss Eliza Kirkland, Clinton, Oneida County, State N. York
Names: Kirkland, John Thornton, 1770-1840, Kirkland, Eliza
Date: 1817-04-15
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 4 images
Subjects: Brothers and sisters -- Correspondence, Family life, Sisters -- Finance, Personal, Family vacations -- Massachusetts -- Cambridge
Geography: Cambridge (Mass.), Albany (N.Y.), Clinton (N.Y.)
Abstract: C-1 1817, April 15 Letter to Eliza Kirkland in Clinton from John Thornton Kirkland in Cambridge, MA. Describes how he can accommodate guests by rearranging the sleeping quarters for those currently boarding with him. He therefore is encouraging his mother and sister to pay him a visit. Encloses $50 with this letter.
Note: 1817, April 15 - Letter to Eliza Kirkland from John Thornton Kirkland.
Part of: Edward Robinson Collection, Hamilton College Library Digital Collections
Identifier: yhm-spe-rob-c01b
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/

Title: Cambridge Ms, Feb'y 20, 1818 by Albany. Miss Eliza Kirkland, Clinton, Oneida Co. N York
Names: Kirkland, John Thornton, 1770-1840, Kirkland, Eliza, Kirkland, Sarah, Kirkland, Mary
Date: 1818-02-20
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 4 images
Subjects: Brothers and sisters -- Correspondence, Sisters -- Finance, Personal, Checks, Indorsements
Geography: Cambridge (Mass.), Albany (N.Y.), Clinton (N.Y.)
Abstract: C-1 1818, Feb. 20 Letter to Eliza Kirkland in Clinton from her brother John in Cambridge, MA. Mentions that he is sending a check which must be signed by Mr. Lothrup (presumably her brother-in-law, John Lothrup).
Note: 1818, February 20 - Letter to Eliza Kirkland from John Thornton Kirkland.
Part of: Edward Robinson Collection, Hamilton College Library Digital Collections
Identifier: yhm-spe-rob-c01e
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/

Title: Cambridge Ms, Sept'r 16. Sept 15, 1817 by Albany. Miss Eliza Kirkland, Clinton, Oneida Co. S. N. York
Names: Kirkland, John Thornton, 1770-1840, Kirkland, Eliza
Date: 1817-09-15
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 4 images
Subjects: Brothers and sisters -- Correspondence, Sisters -- Finance, Personal, Conflict management, Family reunions
Geography: Cambridge (Mass.), Albany (N.Y.), Clinton (N.Y.)
Abstract: C-1 1817, Sept. 15 Letter to Eliza Kirkland in Clinton from her brother John in Cambridge, MA. Salutation reads: "My dear Miss Kirkland." He asks her to come and pay him a visit. He alludes to a disagreement between them and asks her to have patience with him. Encloses $30, to make up the difference between the $20 previously sent and that which he normally sends.
Note: 1817, September 15 - Letter to Eliza Kirkland from John Thornton Kirkland.
Part of: Edward Robinson Collection, Hamilton College Library Digital Collections
Identifier: yhm-spe-rob-c01d
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/

Title: J. T. K. July 19, 1819 by Albany. Mr. Edward Robinson, Clinton, Oneida Co. NY
Names: Robinson, Edward, 1794-1863, Kirkland, John Thornton, 1770-1840, Kirkland, Eliza
Date: 1819-07-15
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 4 images
Subjects: Condolence notes, Sisters-in-law -- Death
Geography: Cambridge (Mass.), Albany (N.Y.), Clinton (N.Y.)
Abstract: C-3 1819, July 15 Letter to E. R. in Clinton from John T. Kirkland, Cambridge, MA. John sends his condolences to E. R. upon the death of his sister, Eliza. John mentions that his mother is very ill and cannot be told of her daughter's death, for it would "destroy her."
Note: 1819, July 15 - Letter to Edward Robinson from John Thornton Kirkland, expressing condolences upon the death of Eliza Kirkland.
Part of: Edward Robinson Collection, Hamilton College Library Digital Collections
Identifier: yhm-spe-rob-c03a
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/

Title: May 19th. 1817 April 13, by Albany. Miss Eliza Kirkland, Clinton, Oneida Co. State N. York
Names: Kirkland, John Thornton, 1770-1840, Kirkland, Eliza, Kirkland, Sarah, Kirkland, Mary
Date: 1817-04-13
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 4 images
Subjects: Brothers and sisters -- Correspondence, Brothers and sisters -- Economic conditions, Sisters -- Finance, Personal, Family vacations -- Massachusetts -- Cambridge
Geography: Cambridge (Mass.), Albany (N.Y.), Clinton (N.Y.)
Abstract: C-1 1817, April 13 Letter to Eliza Kirkland from her brother, John Thornton Kirkland, in Cambridge, MA. John responds to Eliza's financial needs by promising to send her money on a regular basis. He also states that he means to send her "some money to get the necessary fees paid for securing those pieces of land that belong to your mother and you." Mentions Mrs. Amory (i.e. Sarah Kirkland) has moved to Milton, MA. Asks if Eliza and Mary Kirkland (his step-mother) plan to spend the summer with him in Cambridge.
Note: 1817, April 13 - Letter to Eliza Kirkland from her brother, John Thornton Kirkland.
Part of: Edward Robinson Collection, Hamilton College Library Digital Collections
Identifier: yhm-spe-rob-c01a
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/

Title: New Haven, Oct. 20th, 1837. Rev. Edward Robinson D.D., aux soins de M. M. DeLaunay, Burgy et Comp., au Havre, en France
Names: Robinson, Edward, 1794-1863, Robinson, Charles
Date: 1837-10-22
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 4 images
Subjects: Business enterprises -- Connecticut -- New Haven, Fires -- Connecticut -- New Haven -- History -- 19th century
Geography: Hew Haven (Conn.), Albany (N.Y.), Detroit (Mich.), Le Havre (France), Szczecin (Poland), Cairo (Egypt)
Abstract: H-1 1837, Oct. 22 Letter to E. R. from his brother Charles Robinson in New Haven. Addressed c/o Delaunay in Havre, forwarded to Stettin, Prussia, and ultimately received by E. R. in Cairo on Feb. 28, 1838. Gives news of his business activities in both law and insurance. Indicates the recent fires in New Haven have taken their toll on his insurance business. Mentions that he, Nancy, and Cornelia traveled to Albany for a visit and explains that Helen Tracy's husband has a position as cashier of a savings institution in Detroit.
Note: 1837, October 22 - Letter to Edward Robinson from his brother Charles.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Edward Robinson Collection
Identifier: yhm-spe-rob-h01m
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/

Title: New Haven, Oct. 6, 1837. Rev. Edward Robinson D.D., Stettin, Prusse
Names: Robinson, Edward, 1794-1863, Robinson, Elisabeth, Woodruff, James, Woodruff, Sophia Robinson, Robinson, Charles, Robinson, George, Robinson, Nancy Mulford
Date: 1837-10-06
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 4 images
Subjects: Southington (Conn.) -- Politics and government -- History -- 19th century, Fires -- Connecticut
Geography: New Haven (Conn.), Albany (N.Y.), Le Havre (France), Szczecin (Poland)
Abstract: H-1 1837, Oct. 6 Letter to E. R., addressed to Le Havre, France, forwarded first to Stettin, Prussia and then to Leipzig, from his sister Elisabeth Robinson in New Haven, CT. Was in Albany visiting Sophia and James Woodruff at the time Helen and Anna, with their families, departed for Detroit. Mentions the death of Dr. Sprague's wife in Albany. She then returned to New Haven and stayed with George's family while Charles, Nancy and Cornelia were en route to Albany. Relates that Mr. Lee's barns and outhouses in Southington burned to the ground on Monday. Earlier that same day Mr. Lee was elected Constable by the Whigs. Since Mr. Lee had formerly been of the opposite party, he was threatened for changing sides, and some believed the fire was started by Asahel Peck. Indicates New Haven had been struck by many unexplained fires.
Note: 1837, October 6 - Letter to Edward Robinson from his sister Elisabeth.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Edward Robinson Collection
Identifier: yhm-spe-rob-h01a
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/

Title: Rev. Dr. Sprague, Albany, 23 May, 1856
Names: Sprague, William B. (William Buell), 1795-1876, Robinson, Edward, 1794-1863
Date: 1856-05-23
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 2 images
Subjects: Clergy -- Connecticut -- Southington, Antiquarians -- Massachusetts -- Boston
Geography: Albany (N.Y.)
Note: P-1/2 1854 - 1859 Letters, papers, and documents acquired by E. R. to write the Memoir of William Robinson. Included in this cache of items are: the wills (originals or copies thereof) for John Robinson, William Robinson, and Ichabod Robinson; genealogy records for the Isaac Robinson and William Robinson families supplied by Amos Otis of Yarmouth, MA; genealogy of the Brown family printed in the Willimantic Journal for 25 April 1852; and more than 125 letters to E. R. with information about his father and relatives of same.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Edward Robinson Collection
Identifier: yhm-spe-rob-p09l
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/

Title: Rev. Dr. Sprague, Albany, Feb. 19, 1856
Names: Sprague, William B. (William Buell), 1795-1876, Robinson, Edward, 1794-1863
Date: 1856-02-19
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 2 images
Subjects: Families -- Connecticut -- Southington, Clergy -- Connecticut -- Southington
Geography: Albany (N.Y.)
Note: P-1/2 1854 - 1859 Letters, papers, and documents acquired by E. R. to write the Memoir of William Robinson. Included in this cache of items are: the wills (originals or copies thereof) for John Robinson, William Robinson, and Ichabod Robinson; genealogy records for the Isaac Robinson and William Robinson families supplied by Amos Otis of Yarmouth, MA; genealogy of the Brown family printed in the Willimantic Journal for 25 April 1852; and more than 125 letters to E. R. with information about his father and relatives of same.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Edward Robinson Collection
Identifier: yhm-spe-rob-p09g
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/

Title: Rev. Dr. Sprague, Apl. 24, 1856
Names: Sprague, William B. (William Buell), 1795-1876, Robinson, Edward, 1794-1863
Date: 1856-04-24
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 2 images
Subjects: Clergy -- Connecticut -- Southington
Geography: Albany (N.Y.)
Note: P-1/2 1854 - 1859 Letters, papers, and documents acquired by E. R. to write the Memoir of William Robinson. Included in this cache of items are: the wills (originals or copies thereof) for John Robinson, William Robinson, and Ichabod Robinson; genealogy records for the Isaac Robinson and William Robinson families supplied by Amos Otis of Yarmouth, MA; genealogy of the Brown family printed in the Willimantic Journal for 25 April 1852; and more than 125 letters to E. R. with information about his father and relatives of same.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Edward Robinson Collection
Identifier: yhm-spe-rob-p09j
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/

Title: Rev. Dr. Sprague, Apl. 4, 1856
Names: Sprague, William B. (William Buell), 1795-1876, Robinson, Edward, 1794-1863
Date: 1856-04-04
Type: Correspondence
Pages: 4 images
Subjects: Clergy -- Connecticut -- Southington
Geography: Albany (N.Y.)
Note: P-1/2 1854 - 1859 Letters, papers, and documents acquired by E. R. to write the Memoir of William Robinson. Included in this cache of items are: the wills (originals or copies thereof) for John Robinson, William Robinson, and Ichabod Robinson; genealogy records for the Isaac Robinson and William Robinson families supplied by Amos Otis of Yarmouth, MA; genealogy of the Brown family printed in the Willimantic Journal for 25 April 1852; and more than 125 letters to E. R. with information about his father and relatives of same.
Part of: Hamilton College Library Digital Collections, Edward Robinson Collection
Identifier: yhm-spe-rob-p09i
Use/Rights: http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-US/1.0/

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