Box 1

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Reminiscences, discussion of literature, from Shakespeare to stories in Harper’s, and meditations on city life/religion. Disaster on New Haven railroad [Norwalk, Ct., first U.S. major railroad bridge disaster]

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Concerning a book order, the establishment of a Friends Boarding School, and the degree to which trials of faith should be shared.

Scope and Contents Reminiscences, theological musings, discussion of Hicks’ library association, and thoughts on the contradiction between Genesis and the evidence of geology (which Hicks endorses) and the degree to which Friends especially should be open to liberal Biblical interpretation. Also a discussion of the controversial visit of Rachel Hicks in light of her involvement with the “offensive paper by A and C.” Discusses liberal defense vs. Orthodox aggressiveness “wrangling,” and reported accusations of...

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3 AlsS, including information in preparation for Hicks's visit to meetings in the area; a speech by Clarkson Taylor on First Day Schools, which apparently sparked an interest establishing a school; Quarterly Meeting Eyre attended, especially the discussion of schools. In March letter, he declines to come along with Hicks on a tour of the Western Quarter meetings, and cautions him that some members in the area are looking disparage him.

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Thanks for his visit and for spiritual support, discussion of Hicks’ trip to East London, reports a request for an indulged meeting in Bureau County.

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Expresses agreement with Hicks’ views and his preference to maintain the old traditions

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Contains discussion of a lawsuit at Doylestown, a libel lawsuit against Isaac Eyre and his wife, and a report of the Quarterly Meeting

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Contains mentions of various meetings visited, request for a report on the Yearly Meeting.

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Concerning the Index and the value of reading things with which one does not agree, and more generally the necessity of being careful and critical about one’s beliefs, especially as they are passed to the next generation.

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Visiting meetings in New York State