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December 10, 1777 Letter to Alexander Hamilton

Selections of Alexander Hamilton's wartime letters (edited by Gertrude Atherton), 1777–79, reporting campaigns, praising Washington, and appealing to Providence for protection.
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April 1777 Letter to Alexander Hamilton

Selections of Hamilton's letters (edited by Gertrude Atherton), including an account of the 1772 West Indian hurricane and correspondence about the American War (1777).
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Family Memories

Memoir excerpts by Shepherd Knapp recalling family losses, early schooling, summers at Mahopac, and imaginative childhood "playing church" with the family Bible and toy organ.
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Old Joe and Other Vesper Stories

A vesper tale of Old Joe, a faithful night watchman who keeps vigil for fifteen years awaiting his master's return. His steadfast devotion is rewarded when a weary stranger is revealed as the master.
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Need a Christian Be Religious?

Considers whether Christian morality requires personal religion. Argues that convictions, church fellowship, worship, and private devotion supply moral energy and purpose.
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The Tragic Way to Justice

Social reformers often meet entrenched resistance, turning service into suffering or tragedy. Leaders should employ secondary enthusiasms to advance primary ideals.
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The Biggest Thing in Christianity

Argues that true Christianity centers on outgoing service and social justice, not merely private morals. Churches must prioritize sacrificial love to renew democracy.
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Christianity and War: A Sermon

Sermon argues Christians must oppose wars of conquest or vengeance, pursue peaceful remedies first, but may lawfully wage defensive war when all other means have been exhausted.
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Ancient of Days

Early-20th-century hymnal for schools and colleges containing devotional and worship hymns, emphasizing Christ as Ancient of Days, Strong Son of God, and Prince of Peace.
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Traces of Humor in the Sayings of Jesus

Editorial explains the historical method of biblical interpretation. Essay argues Jesus possessed a sense of humor, illustrated by examples from the Gospels.
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God in the City

1909 Worcester Magazine poem "God in the City" (Shepherd Knapp) celebrates God's presence and providence amid urban bustle, urging gratitude, charity, and light in the city.
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Who Manages the World?

Federal Council urges international arms control and opposes peacetime training; delegates report Japan is "wide open" to the gospel. Sermon: saints manage the world by patient Christian influence.
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