The Occom Circle

Ralph Wheelock, letter, to Eleazar Wheelock, 1763 December 30

Manuscript Number763680

Date10 December 1763

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AbstractRalph writes to his father from New York City regarding meetings with donors, including the Earl of Stirling, as well as with George Whitefield, who is also trying to secure funds. He mentions that Occom is arriving from Long Island to preach.

George Whitefield, letter, to Eleazar Wheelock, 1765 May 11

Manuscript Number765311

Date11 May 1765

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AbstractWhitefield writes to request an account of the school and its finances while he attempts to build support for it. He suggests that Wheelock be the person to accompany Occom on the fundraising trip to Europe.

Jacob Johnson, letter, to Eleazar Wheelock, 1768 October 17

Manuscript Number768567

Date17 October 1768

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AbstractJohnson writes with news about the Congress at Fort Stanwix.

Joseph Johnson, letter, to Eleazar Wheelock, 1775 February 14

Manuscript Number775164

Date14 February 1775

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AbstractJohnson asks Wheelock to recommend him to John Rodgers so that the latter can petition for donations on Johnson’s behalf.