John Wilbur, 1839-1853

2 letters, 1839­-1853 (manuscript copies).

5 mo. 20, 1839 (extract of a letter of JW) topics: -Mourns dangers that afflict Society of Friends at present time -Men have disguised themselves as members of the Society in order to undermine it, E. Hicks, Isaac Crewdon and E. Bates are well known among their number -Those concerned must warn their brethren against such men -JJG included among those who endanger Quakerism -JJG won't permit inquiry into his beliefs -Even though JJG comes with a certificate from his Yearly Meeting, JW says should not have to accept his statements as true when we can see for ourselves they are false -Lists some objectionable doctrines in Gurney's writings

12 mo. 20, 1853 Colder Bridge, Lancashire, addressed to S.B. and M. Gould topics: -Visited relatives of the Goulds at Edge End -Caleb Haworth entirely clear of Gurneyism, contributed L5 to the cause -Discusses in detail his reception by English Friends and their attitude toward his speaking in meeting -Meeting for Sufferings in London sent out circular prohibiting Friends in England from receiving JW as a minister -JW not discouraged -JW on his way to Lancaster, Carlisle and Glasgow, then to Ireland