The Scotch-Irish in America
1917 report of the Presbyterian Historical Society and a review of Henry J. Ford's The Scotch‑Irish in America, debating Ulster/Scotch‑Irish vs Puritan origins of US Presbyterianism.
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Archives
The Confessional Presbyterian Archive is a curated digital library dedicated to preserving and promoting the writings of 17th–20th century Presbyterian pastors, teachers, and leaders. Featuring thousands of searchable texts, biographies, and historical resources, the archive provides direct access to the primary-source materials of American Presbyterianism.
The Scotch-Irish in America
For God and Country: Hymns for Use in War Time
1918 Presbyterian hymnal For God and Country: a collection of patriotic and wartime Christian hymns (e.g., Battle Hymn, Star-Spangled Banner, America the Beautiful) for national worship.
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The Common Service Book and Hymnal of the Lutheran Church
Review praising the Lutheran Common Service Book and Hymnal for its liturgical, theologically conservative hymnody and contribution to Lutheran unity; it rejects popular humanitarian hymns.
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Andrew Charles Barclay: 1839–1919
Biography of Andrew C. Barclay (1839–1919), Philadelphia businessman and devoted Presbyterian layman active in Tenth and Calvary churches, charities, and historical societies.
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A Book of Family Worship
A 1921 Presbyterian manual for family worship containing daily psalms, Scripture lessons, morning and evening prayers, seasonal and occasion prayers, intercessions, and graces.
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“I Want to Be an Angel”: The History of a Hymn
Oct 1924 Presbyterian Historical Society Journal: obituary for Rev. James I. Good and an essay tracing the origin, authorship and tune of the children's hymn 'I Want to Be an Angel.'
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Four Hymns
Dec 1924 issue of Contemporary Verse featuring hymns and poems by Louis F. Benson and contributors. Themes: Bethlehem/Christmas, nature, devotion, and theological reflection.
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Hymns Original and Translated
1925 hymnal by Louis F. Benson: original and translated hymns with preface, dedication, index of first lines, and musical tunes for liturgical use (morning, Easter, Communion).
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Christian Song
1926 hymnal preface by Louis F. Benson urging personal ownership of hymnals to foster genuine congregational song; criticizes pew-rack use and poor layout.
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The Reverend John Brownlie
Covers the Reformed Church in the U.S.'s bicentennial (1725 Pennsylvania origins) and memorializes John Brownlie's translations and editions of Greek and Latin hymnody.
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What Did Doctor Witherspoon Say? A Postscript
Louis F. Benson investigates the spurious 'Witherspoon' speech, tracing its origin to Hooper Cumming's 1823 oration and outlining Cumming's life, trials, and character.
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The Hymnody of the Christian Church
Study of Christian hymnody—its spiritual basis, relation to theology, literature and liturgy. Argues hymns function as doctrine, means of grace, and congregational worship.
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The Smaller Hymnal
Preface and contents of The Smaller Hymnal (1928). A concise Presbyterian book of simple, congregational hymn tunes, indices, and worship resources for church, school, and home.
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Louis FitzGerald Benson, D.D.
Necrological report from Princeton Theological Seminary listing obituaries and biographical sketches of alumni and ministers, noting careers, publications, and dates of death.
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The Liturgical Use of English Hymns
Study of how English hymns entered public worship after the 1660 Restoration, tracing denominational responses and key publications (John & Henry Playford; Tate & Brady).
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Louis F. Benson — Man of Vision
Profile of Louis F. Benson, leading American hymnologist whose hymnals, translations, and editorial vision shaped congregational worship. Surveys his representation in 20th-century hymnals.
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Clarifying Our Vision With the Facts
Mary McLeod Bethune urges documenting and teaching Black history to build racial pride, correct misconceptions, and empower African Americans to confront injustice through facts and education.
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My Last Will and Testament
Mary McLeod Bethune's final testament urges love, hope, education, mutual confidence and interracial brotherhood; she leaves her home to a foundation for education and progress.
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