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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.

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Practical Lessons in English Grammar and Composition

Elementary English grammar and composition primer for young beginners by Rev. Peter Bullions (1849). Lessons and exercises cover orthography, etymology, syntax, prosody, and parsing.

Peter Bullions ⬩ 1849

The First Part of Jacobs’ Latin Reader, Adapted to Bullions’ Latin Grammar

Introductory Latin reader adapted to Bullions' Latin Grammar, offering idioms, an improved vocabulary, syntax and parsing instructions, and composition exercises for beginners.

Peter Bullions ⬩ 1852

First Lessons in Greek, Introductory to the Greek Grammar

1850 introductory Greek primer by Rev. Peter Bullions. Simple lessons covering alphabet, vowels, diphthongs, breathings, accents, enclitics, contractions, punctuation, and euphony for beginners.

Peter Bullions ⬩ 1854

Select Orations of M. Tullius Cicero, With English Notes, for the Use of Schools and Colleges

Introduction and preface to Peter Bullions' school edition of Cicero's Select Orations, with publisher's catalog of classical grammars, readers, and school textbooks.

Peter Bullions ⬩ 1855

An Analytical and Practical Grammar of the English Language

Revised 1853 Analytical and Practical English Grammar by Peter Bullions. Expanded, rewritten edition covering orthography, etymology, syntax, prosody and classroom exercises.

Peter Bullions ⬩ 1853

The Principles of Greek Grammar

Preface to Bullions' Greek Grammar, revised by A.C. Kendrick: corrections and additions to declensions, prepositions, particles, syntax, exercises and a complete index for students.

Peter Bullions ⬩ 1867

Exercises in Latin Composition

Mid-19th-century Latin grammar and composition exercises by Peter Bullions, with vocab, syntax rules, and classroom guidance for schools and academies.

Peter Bullions ⬩ 1854

Prayer re the Death of Benjamin Harvey Hill

Congressional memorial addresses honoring Senator Benjamin H. Hill of Georgia (d.1882), featuring a Senate prayer, formal resolutions, and authorization to print eulogies and a portrait (1883).

Joseph James Bullock ⬩ 1882

From Me Is Thy Fruit Found

Devotional on John 15: Christ the true Vine and the church as branches. The Father prunes believers so organic spiritual growth produces Christlike fruit through grace.

Joseph James Bullock ⬩ 1889

Prayer re the Death of James B. Beck

Memorial addresses for Senator James B. Beck (Kentucky) delivered in Congress, recounting Senate proceedings, pallbearers, and a funeral prayer reading Psalm 90. Prepared for publication 1891.

Joseph James Bullock ⬩ 1890

Joseph James Bullock, D.D.

Necrological report presented to the Princeton Theological Seminary Alumni (May 9, 1893), containing obituaries and biographical sketches of deceased ministers including J.J. Bullock and W.M. Galbreath.

Joseph James Bullock ⬩ 1893

The Laurel Wreath

An 1845 anthology edited by Rev. S. D. Burchard collecting essays, poems and sermons on Christian womanhood, family life, Sabbath observance and holiday traditions.

Samuel Dickinson Burchard ⬩ 1845

Causes of National Solicitude: A Sermon Preached in the Thirteenth Street Presbyterian Church, New York, on Thanksgiving day, Nov. 25, 1847

Thanksgiving sermon warning of national dangers: the withdrawal of the Holy Spirit, corrosive party spirit, and slavery. Calls for revival, sober gratitude, and patriotic duty.

Samuel Dickinson Burchard ⬩ 1848

The Daughters of Zion

19th-century collection of biographical sketches of women from Scripture. Portraits and devotional reflections on Sarah, Rebekah, Miriam, Rahab, Ruth, Esther, Mary, and others.

Samuel Dickinson Burchard ⬩ 1853

The Mission of the Pilgrims: An Oration Delivered Before the New England Society of the City of Montreal, December 22, 1858

1858 oration praising the Pilgrims' mission: establishing American civilization, religious liberty, and public education. Traces their legacy in settlement, industry, and schooling.

Samuel Dickinson Burchard ⬩ 1858

A Memorial Sermon, Preached in the Thirteenth Street Presbyterian Church, May 1st, 1864, Being the 25th Anniversary of His Pastorate

1864 memorial sermon for a pastor's 25th anniversary. He echoes Paul—simple, Spirit-led preaching focused on 'Jesus Christ and him crucified,' and devoted pastoral care.

Samuel Dickinson Burchard ⬩ 1864

Oration of Rev. J. DeWitt Burkhead, D.D.: Delivered at the Centennial Celebration of Carmel Church, Saturday, the 17th of August, 1889

Centennial oration and historical sketch of Carmel Church (organized c.1787). Chronicles its founding, ministers, elders, daughter churches, and the church's redemptive role.

Jesse DeWitt Burkhead ⬩ 1889

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