David Bostwick
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Biographical sketch of Rev. David Bostwick (1721–1763), a respected Presbyterian minister in Jamaica, L.I. and New York; noted preacher, educator, and defender of Reformed doctrine.
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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.
David Bostwick
An Address to the Whites
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1826 address by Elias Boudinot advocating Cherokee advancement through schools, a printing press, New Testament translation, and organized government. Calls for American support of missions and education.
Cherokee Phoenix, Vol. 1, No. 1 (Feb. 21, 1828)
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1820s Cherokee/Creek constitutional excerpts and letters on voting, impeachment, governance, and proposed Indian removal citing poverty and widespread drunkenness.
Cherokee Phoenix, Vol. 1, No. 2 (Feb. 28, 1828)
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Cherokee Phoenix (New Echota, 1828) issue featuring a missionary anecdote and the Cherokee Nation Constitution (Articles IV–V) outlining executive and judicial offices.
Cherokee Phoenix, Vol. 1, No. 3 (Mar. 6, 1828)
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1828 Cherokee Phoenix: pieces on alcohol consumption and Scripture study. Reprints Cherokee Nation Constitution Article VI—religious liberty and bar on ministers holding office—and a Georgia report on land claims.
Cherokee Phoenix, Vol. 1, No. 4 (Mar. 13, 1828)
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Early 19th-century Cherokee Nation newspaper publishing laws and governance: militia organization, penalties for theft, inheritance and widow rights, and a standing committee constitution.
Cherokee Hymns
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Cherokee-English hymnal (1835, Worcester & Boudinot) with translated hymns of praise, sacramental worship, Christ's death, resurrection, and trust in God.
The Gospel According to Matthew; Translated into the Cherokee Language
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Fifth edition of a work translated into the Cherokee language, printed at Park Hill Mission Press by Edwin Archer. OCR-corrupted scan of a Cherokee-language missionary publication.
The Epistles of John in the Cherokee Language
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Cherokee-language rendering: a translation/transcription of portions of the Gospel of John (notably chapter 1 and others), likely a 19th-century Cherokee version.
Thanksgiving Proclamation (1783)
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Congress proclaims a national day of thanksgiving for peace and independence; authorizes $1,455 to Mr. Jackson and grants captured field ordnance as a testimonial to General Greene.
Resolution Regarding a Day of Thanksgiving (1789)
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Records of 1789 Congressional debates on proposed constitutional amendments (Bill of Rights), invalid pensions, location of the federal seat, and a national day of thanksgiving.
June 16, 1801 Letter to Thomas Jefferson
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Elias Boudinot's letters on U.S. Mint operations: coin-striking proposals, costs, engraving experiments, and correspondence with President Jefferson about implementing new methods.
April 17, 1802 Letter to Thomas Jefferson
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Selections of Elias Boudinot's public services, addresses, and letters, including appeals to President Jefferson about Mint wage-earners and remarks on agriculture.
August 10, 1802 Letter to Thomas Jefferson
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Letters and addresses of Elias Boudinot: observations on agriculture (animated oats), resignation from the Mint, retirement, Biblical studies, Native American concerns and freeing of slaves.
Life of the Rev. William Tennent [The Evangelical Intelligencer]
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Biography of Rev. William Tennent: Irish-born Presbyterian who emigrated to colonial America, founded the "log college" to train ministers, and exemplified humble, devout piety.
Life of the Rev. William Tennent
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Life of Rev. William Tennent, 18th‑century Presbyterian who founded the Log College to train ministers. Details his piety, miraculous recovery, and influence on American Presbyterianism.
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