Hezekiah Calvin, letter, to Eleazar Wheelock, 1767 June 10

Author Calvin, Hezekiah

Date10 June, 1767

ms number767360

abstractCalvin writes that he wishes to leave school because he does not believe he has made worthwhile use of his time there. He notes that his health is poor.

handwritingHandwriting is formal and clear.

paperSingle sheet is in good condition, with light creasing, staining and wear.

inkDark brown.

noteworthyCalvin repeats his desire to leave the school in manuscript 767562.1.

Modernized Version Deletions removed; additions added in; modern spelling and capitalization added; unfamiliar abbreviations expanded.

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Reverend Sir.
After my most Humble duties to you expressed, these few lines are to let you know that I am very uneasy tarrying here, many Years are now already rolled away since I have been here Learning, though I might have said. the time I might have got learning, but instead of getting Learning, I have foolishly spent my time to no purpose I have no peace of Conscience when I come to recollect back It seems to me to be in vain to tarry here any longer, there is great many things I might relate but my Consci­ ence forbids —
As to my health I can't say but I feel very poorly Pain in my Breast and very weak, I think I shall not live very long. and sometimes delirious etc.
Sir I remain Your undutiful Pupil Hezekiah Calvin.
From Hezekiah Calvin 1767. 1767. June 10th 1767
To the Reverend Mr. Eleazar Wheelock Lebanon
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