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Organic Union vs. Inter-Denominational Unity

Argues against organic union of denominations, defending denominational distinctions as both biblical and practical; unity in essentials with liberty in non-essentials preserves church freedom and growth.
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James King Hazen, D.D.

Encyclopedia entry on the Presbyterian Church in the U.S., containing denominational history and biographical sketches of ministers (Hays, Hazen, Headly).
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The Home Annual

Henry Morley preface and cholera account: a health officer recalls the 1832 cholera scourge, caring in a prison hospital, and a convict's remorse, fear, and wish to die.
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Washington and His Generals, Vol. 1

Preface and contents of J.T. Headley's 1847 Washington and His Generals. Biographical sketches of Washington and Revolutionary generals, highlighting character, leadership, and battles.
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Washington and His Generals, Vol. 2

Excerpt from J.T. Headley's 1847 volume 'Washington and His Generals' (Vol. II), showing the contents and a biographical chapter on Major General Nathanael Greene—his life, campaigns, and character.
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The Alps and the Rhine: A Series of Sketches

Vivid travel sketches of the Swiss Alps and the Rhine by J.T. Headley, describing passes, avalanches, glaciers and mountain life. Reflects on nature as a revelation of God's power.
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Letters from Italy

Mid-19th-century travel letters from Italy blending vivid travel impressions with sharp commentary on papal corruption, Austrian domination, social conditions, and rising revolutionary sentiment.
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The Life of Oliver Cromwell

Biography of Oliver Cromwell tracing his Puritan origins, military leadership in the English Revolution, and role as Lord Protector amid fierce church–state and political controversy.
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The Adirondack: Or, Life in the Woods

Letters recounting two summers in the Adirondacks: vivid travel scenes, lakes, mountains, hunting, camping, and regional geology, meant to guide and delight prospective travelers.
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Miscellanies

Headley's Miscellanies (1850) defends the author against an unauthorized compilation and critiques Alison's History of Europe, contrasting causes of the English and French revolutions.
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Luther and Cromwell

Excerpted biography of Martin Luther: his humble origins, monastic struggles over justification, discovery of "the just shall live by faith," and the roots of the Reformation.
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Letters from the Backwoods and the Adirondac

Mid-19th-century letters recounting Adirondack wilderness life—Mount Tahawus, log-driving, fishing, and forest scenes—contrasting rustic solitude with busy New York and meditative reflections on life.
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Sacred Scenes and Characters

Devotional sketches of Bible scenes and characters (Red Sea, Passover, Feeding the Five Thousand, Prodigal Son, Paul). Brief reflections aiming to illuminate Scripture and moral lessons.
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The Lives of Winfield Scott and Andrew Jackson

Biographical sketches of Generals Winfield Scott and Andrew Jackson, tracing early lives, military careers, major campaigns (War of 1812, Mexican War), and public service.
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Rambles and Sketches

Selections from J.T. Headley's Rambles and Sketches (1853): a biographical sketch and vivid travel essays on the Alps, Grindelwald, glaciers, and a chamois hunt.
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The Second War with England, Vol. 1

Preface and table of contents of J.T. Headley's History of the Second War with England (War of 1812), summarizing causes, campaigns, naval actions, politics, and key figures.
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