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
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Lebanon
June 10th AD 1767
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.