George Whitefield, letter, to Peter Vanbrugh Livingston, 1766 February 27
Date27 February, 1766
Call Number766177
abstractWhitefield writes that Lord Dartmouth proves himself to be America’s friend, that Occom preaches to acceptance and is meeting nobles, and that the king has become a benefactor of Wheelock’s plan.
handwritingHandwriting is formal, ornate and clear.
paperLarge single sheet is in good condition, with light-to-moderate creasing and wear; page is scattered with seemingly random ink dots. The copy is written on a smaller single sheet in good condition, with minor wear around the edges.
inkBlack-brown.
noteworthyThis document comes with a copy, written by Solomon Williams largely in shorthand. The copy has not been transcribed.
signatureSignature is abbreviated.
EventsFundraising Tour of Great Britain
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of hearts to leap for Joy — Blessed be God. Blessed be God.
I Joy in your Joy. henceforward I trust nothing will be
heard but the sound of Gratitude to God and Man. Good Lord
Dartmouth the Daniel of the Age hath approved himself
Americas fast Friend indeed. I trust all Gods People will pray
for him most fervently and constantly. The Indian
Affair bears a very promising aspect. Mr Occom
preaches with acceptance — he hath been introduced to
and hath Dined with the truly Noble Lord before
mentioned and is soon to see his Majesty who becomes
a Benefactor to Mr Wheelocks Plan particulars
must be deferred to further opportunity: I have now
but a few Moments allowed me — but I cannot help
wishing my Dear never to be forgotten New York
Friends much very much Joy.— if it hath been in
my Power in the least to have contributed towards it
let our common Lord have all the Glory and my
dear dear Friends continue to pray for Ever [illegible]
he was not so Deaf that he could not hear what
reply was made he would go to the House where he
hath not been for many Years on purpose to plead
the American cause God bless him and all such
Pleaders amen and amen I believe you need not
fear having Ep___y yet a while
I hope to write Dr. Mr. Vanhorn
by other Ships
Mr. Peter Vanbrugh Livingston
February 27th 1766—
Rev. George Whitefield
Letter to Mr. Peter
Vanbrugh Livingston
merchant New York