Palmer is writing to Crowe to regret to inform that at the present moment he cannot return to Hanover due to a lack of funds. He says that he hopes he can return after teaching some and hopefully his father will be able to help...
Wallace is writing to Crowe to introduce to him Martin J. Winston whose father is sending him to Hanover College to study (partly because of a recommendation from Wallace).
Watson is writing to Crowe to complement him on a small sermon Crowe gave at "the house of my [Watson] deceased relative". Watson asks Crowe if it would be better to preach with joy and not focus on eternal punishment. and The...
Bright responds to Crowe's last letter saying her husband has gone to Synod by way of Sommerville. She thanks Crowe for personal advice regarding her husband. She also states that she is uncertain if her son Elijah will be able...
Scovel is writing to Crowe to see if Crowe knows of any positions in Salem or Madison for a Rev. A. R. Naylon. and The Crowe Family Papers Digitization project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library...
Samuel writes to his father to say that everytime he tries to get up to Hanover he keeps being prevented. He goes on to talk about the sessions at his high school and his kids. and The Crowe Family Papers Digitization project...
Samuel is writing to his father to let his father know that his daughter Cara is not doing well and she is not expected to last much longer. He asks that his father let the rest of the family know.
Galloway writes to Crowe about his application for a position at Hanover College as a professor of Languages. He writes about the salary of the position, his reqirement that the salary be secured, and his decision to remove his...
Galloway writes to Crowe to discuss his recent upswing in his health, his current work in promoting termperance, his question of requisites for a Professorship of Languages at Hanover College, and what he intends to do after...
Letter from Samuel Meriwether to John Finley Crowe about enrolling his son and nephew at Hanover college instead of Madison University. Meriwhether states that Crowe's care would be invaluable to his ward's lives. and The Crowe...
Samuel is writing to tell his father he may be moving to a new school after the summer. It is smaller, but should support his family should they all remain well. Ends with family matters and possibly going up to Hanover "next...
Samuel writes to his father that his mother expected a visit from him [J. Crowe] or at least a letter and that he should oblige her. He also discusses new railroad plans for the area.
Samuel is writing to Crowe to tell him of his appointment to the Legislation. He says that the session this winter will be a long one, probably three to four months. Samuel also expresses his happiness that Amanda is doing...
Samuel begins by answering a proposition his father previously wrote to him about his brother Walter. Samuel says it greatly depends on what his pay will be and if takes a trip East next April if he will be able to "join with...
Samuel writes his father to tell him of the lastest caucus and that he is once again "connected with the Legislation" the vote for his appointment seemed to surprise him. He says that his duties this time will be more arduous...
Samuel writes to his father saying he is considering coming back to Hanover after the school where he teaches is out. He says Hanover is about the only "agreeable" and "healthy" place for his family. Samuel says he has recieved...
Samuel is writing to Crowe to ask if his father will watch a boy of his while he is in Washington City as the boy if "fond of fun" and needs someone to watch him.
Letter from Sarah DeBarthots to John Finley Crowe. DeBartholt expresses her gratitude that she and her sisters have acquired a house from Dr. Erasmus McMaster in which to open their school for women in Hanover. She discusses...
A letter from Sarah DeBartholt regarding a delay in visiting Hanover because Mr. McCubbin will not rent a carriage to them due to poor road conditons and weather conditions. Her hope of opening an all girls schools before April...
Noel writes to Crowe to inquire about her son David who is attending Hanover College. She remarks upon a letter from David and even says that should he misbehave to quietly send him home.
Letter from the students of Hanover College to John Finley Crowe dated 15 February 1834. In order to thank Crowe for his efforts to the college, they gift him a suit of clothes. and The Crowe Family Papers Digitization project...
Henley discuss 10 volumes of books, including the American Archives and the American States Papers, to be sent to Hanover College. and The Crowe Family Papers Digitization project was made possible in part by the Institute of...
The Board of Directors from the New Albany Theological Semariny notifies Crowe of a special meeting of the board that will take place at New Albany on Wednesday the 23rd of August.
Thompkins (a free man of color) is updating Crowe on his journey through New Orleans to Liberia. He talks about the slaves that he is taking to Liberia.
A letter from the Presbyterian church in Hanover, IN to John Finley Crowe to invite the later to be the head of their congregation. and The Crowe Family Papers Digitization project was made possible in part by the Institute of...
Thomas is writing to his father to tell him he has settled in, to hear news form home, and to tell his father about "next week's" sermon. and The Crowe Family Papers Digitization project was made possible in part by the...
Hubbard writes to Crowe to inquire about Hanover College for the three boys in his care. and The Crowe Family Papers Digitization project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
A letter from Thomas McDannold inquiring for the catalogue of Hanover courses for his sons as well as daughters. Additionally, the author asks about the future of the college and to what extent they let women into the school.
Thomas updates his father on what has happened since he left. Crowe's wife has been unwell, Thomas has promised Walter $50 if ge can raise his own $50 for his prospect, the College started classes again Monday, and the corn has...
Thomas writes about his family, a recent election of a new pastor at the church in Madison, and a meeting he has called of the Board of Trustees for Hanover College to discuss a new president and officer of finance.
Thomas responds to his father's [John F. Crowe] last letter in which it is implied Thomas preach around Hanover, but Thomas says that is not where he wishes to preach. He goes on to say he told his congregation that he will not...
Thomas is writing his father to let him know he, his family, and James Dunn and his family are making their way to Hanover as of that day. and The Crowe Family Papers Digitization project was made possible in part by the...
In this letter to his father Thomas writes that he is feeling "perfectly broken down" because the Church had a meeting about his pay and they can't meet his conditions so he feels he cannot stay. He ends by updating his father...
Thomas begins his letter by discussing the Assembly. He says not much has been achieved thus far except for the possible establishment of a new Seminary. Thomas says that he has learned from Sarah's letter that "little...
Thomas is writing to Crowe to let him know that he and his family will be in Hanover by Wednesday evening whether Assembly adjourns or not. He also updates Crowe on the Seminary.
Thomas writes that the Assembly has decided on the location for the Western Theological Seminary and he discusses the deliberations on it in great detail. He also discusses raising funds.
Thomas writes to his father to tell him of how his kids are doing and how his church has grown. Since he is not being paid what is owed to him, he says he might have to look for a new place. and The Crowe Family Papers...
Fraser is writing to Crowe about the health situation of his son of whom he has recieved four letters about recently. He asks that Crowe write back and then he will decide if it is necessary for him to come up and see his son.
Fraser is writing to Crowe to inquire about Hanover College and a possible place there for Fraser's son and another young man. He also asks if a scholarship could be acquired for his son.
McLain is writing to Crowe instead of the Rev. because he is in New York proccuring a ship to sail from Savanah "with a company of emigrants for Liberia". McLain wants to make sure that it is correct that the articles sent to...
Letter to Crowe from W. Mitchell, Clerk of the Philadelphia Board of Education, telling him they have recieved his last correspondance and Mitchell has sent money to pay for the education of two students at Hanover College. and...
Martin writes to Crowe about the surrender of Hanover College's charter due to the opening of Madison University and efforts to get a new charter from the Indiana Legislature. He sends his sympathy to Crowe over the situation...
Letter from William H. Bruner to his father-in-law, John Finley Crowe, 9 January 1837. Bruner is writing to tell Crowe of the place in which he is now building a church and keeping up with studies. He thanks the Board for the...
Gillam is currently a leuitenent in the army and is looking to retire only if he can obtain a proffesorship at a literary institution. He asks Crowe to put forth his application for a position teaching mathematics, natural...
Sickels is writing to Crowe to discuss his recent appointment to the Board of Trustees to Hanover College, their next meeting, and the college itself. and The Crowe Family Papers Digitization project was made possible in part...
Sickels is writing to send his regrets at not being able to attend the last Board of Trustees meeting, but is anxious to hear about the Board's decision about electing Dr. McArthur as the new President of Hanover College. He...
William Sickels writes to Crowe to discuss the renewal of the charter for Hanover College in the Indiana Legislature after the loss of the charter with the opening of Madison University. He discusses the inevitable closing of...
Back page missing. The author speaks of the first commencement after Hanover received its new charter, a suggestion that their mutual friend Monfort should be given an honorary doctorate, a debate about marriage to a...
Sarah writes to her husband about the health of their child Madge, her plans to leave her daughter at her sister Cara's school, travel plans, and the new of the surrender of Lee's Army.
Sarah writes to her husband Joshua about his cooking arrangements since she has been out of town, the improvement in Madge's health, washing machines, and Charles' home and garden.
Letter from Sarah Crowe to her husband Joshua about her visit with family, family news, talk of illness in another town, and the Hanover College commencement.
Letter from Sarah to her husband Joshua about his upcoming visit, her visit with family, the farm animals, the theft of corn, and news of family and friends.
Crowe responds to a letter from Garritt about the sale of his property in Hanover. He also discusses opening a school in Jeffersonville for men and women called the Ohio Falls Institute.
Garritte responds to a letter from his brother-in-law about the long term success of Hanover College. He discusses the suggestion that Hanover be moved to Indianapolis, the need for an endowment, and the possibility of a rival...
Letter from James A. Peabody of the Board of Eduction to Rev. George Bishop in Hanover, IN, 12 October 1837. Peabody discusses a previous letter from Bishop and a "Cast of Agents" and their fund raising efforts for Hanover...
Letter from John Finley Crowe in New York, to his son, Samuel Crowe, 2 April 1833. He expresses his happiness to hear that his wife, Esther Crowe, is slowly beginning to recover and asks him to be attentive to his mother and...
Hettie writes to Sadie stating that Sadie's previous letters had not been delivered. She asks questions about Sadie's letter and talks of the Civil War.
Letter probably from Mary Esther Thompson Allen, who was also known as Hettie. She writes about her experiences as a civilian witnessing Civil War battles outside her front gate and how the parsonage was turned into a hospital....