Rakestraw, Joseph (Philadelphia) to Ferris, Benjamin, 1824-1825
Scope and Contents
9 ALsS. He urges Ferris to take an active role in the controversy. Letters mention upheaval in the monthly meeting, where Elders were investigating a charge of defamation regarding statements made about Elias Hicks. Visits of Elias Hicks and others. Disruption in the Quarterly Meeting in 11 month. Rakestraw eventually sided with the Orthodox faction and was a member of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting-Northern District. Also correspondence concerning his publication of the diary of David Ferris and William Gibbon's Vindex.
Dates
- Creation: 1824-1825
Conditions Governing Access
Access is through microfilm when available. Collection is open for research.
Physical Facet
1 folder
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