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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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Baccalaureate Sermon, The Greek or the Christ! Delivered Before the Class of ‘77

Tuttle contrasts Greek wisdom—art and philosophy—with Christ crucified, arguing culture and reason failed to morally reform humanity. He upholds the gospel as true power and wisdom.

Joseph Farrand Tuttle ⬩ 1877

Annals of Morris County

Brief account of Morris County's early history: settlements, land deeds, churches (Whippany/Hanover), and early families and ministers (Tuttle, Kitchel, FitzRandolph).

Joseph Farrand Tuttle ⬩ 1876

The Revolutionary Forefathers of Morris County, An Address Delivered at Morristown, N.J., July 4th, 1876

Centennial oration (July 4, 1876) by Rev. Joseph F. Tuttle recounting Morris County's Revolutionary War history—local battles, militias, churches, industry, and patriotic remembrance.

Joseph Farrand Tuttle ⬩ 1876

The Origin and Growth of Wabash College: Baccalaureate Discourse to the Class of 1876

Joseph F. Tuttle's 1876 baccalaureate traces Wabash College's 1832 founding by five Presbyterian ministers, describing its Christian origins and early development.

Joseph Farrand Tuttle ⬩ 1876

God’s Work in the World the Last Fifty Years: A Discourse Preached at Franklin, Indiana, November 29, 1874

1874 sermon surveying God's work in the past fifty years—physical, social, and technological advances (railroads, telegraph, land reclamation). Affirms God's providence in human progress.

Joseph Farrand Tuttle ⬩ 1874

William Tuttle of New Haven: An Address Delivered at the Tuttle Gathering, New Haven, Conn., September 3rd, 1873

1873 address by Joseph F. Tuttle recounting the Tuttle family genealogy and ancestry, praising ancestral virtue and the moral influence of family and genealogical research.

Joseph Farrand Tuttle ⬩ 1873

Physical Science and Christianity: A Baccalaureate Discourse, Delivered at Wabash College, Crawfordsville, Ind., June 22, 1873

Tuttle defends Christianity against scientific skepticism, arguing that creation, Christ's life, miracles, and the resurrection are as well grounded as scientific facts. He warns against philosophy that 'spoils' faith.

Joseph Farrand Tuttle ⬩ 1873

What Is the Mission of Wabash College?

Tuttle assesses Wabash College's mission amid rising competition from wealthy state and Eastern universities. He urges fidelity to classical education and strengthening the preparatory department.

Joseph Farrand Tuttle ⬩ 1873

A Visit to Four Eastern Colleges

Report on visits to Harvard, Princeton, Lafayette, and Yale assessing curricula, endowments, discipline, and religious instruction. Recommends stronger Bible/Greek Testament teaching, catechism, daily prayer, and stricter academic standards.

Joseph Farrand Tuttle ⬩ 1872

The Higher Culture: Its Nature, Position, Method and Patrons - Being a Baccalaureate Discourse Delivered at Wabash College, Crawfordsville, Ind.

Tuttle's 1872 baccalaureate defines higher culture as wisdom, knowledge, and godliness. He defends classical collegiate methods, questions coeducation, and stresses the cost of true endowment.

Joseph Farrand Tuttle ⬩ 1872

New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Ohio, in 1787–8: Passages from the Journals of Rev. Manasseh Cutler, LL.D.

Journal excerpts (1787–88) of Rev. Manasseh Cutler detailing his Ohio Company negotiations (land purchase, slavery excluded, university land grants) and travels across NJ/PA to Ohio.

Joseph Farrand Tuttle ⬩ 1872

The Way Lost and Found: A Book for the Young, Especially Young Men

A pastoral guide for young people urging moral character and faith. Presents the Bible as the sure guide, explains conversion (new birth) and signs of Christian growth.

Joseph Farrand Tuttle ⬩ 1870

The Early History of Morris County, New Jersey

Early history of Morris County, NJ: settlement traditions, land deeds, and church origins (Whippany, Hanover, Mendham), with notes from Rev. Jacob Green and local records.

Joseph Farrand Tuttle ⬩ 1870

May 1869 Letter to W.A. Whitehead, New Jersey Historical Society

Proceedings of the New Jersey Historical Society (May 20, 1869). Rev. Joseph F. Tuttle urges rescuing and preserving local records and manuscripts; donations and society business are listed.

Joseph Farrand Tuttle ⬩ 1869

Who Shall Be Your Advisers?

College sermon urging young men to choose wise advisers: follow God's Word, not vice. Uses Acts 27 shipwreck and Psalm 119 to warn that bad counsel leads to moral 'shipwreck.'

Joseph Farrand Tuttle ⬩ 1868

Commencement Address

1865 Wabash College commencement address urging Christian-supported education, fundraising for endowment, and honoring students' Civil War sacrifices and patriotic service.

Joseph Farrand Tuttle ⬩ 1865

Moses and Washington: A Discourse Delivered to the Students of Wabash College, February 21st, 1864

Discourse comparing Moses' greatness—balanced intellect, disciplined will, faith, love, and executive skill—and the role of opportunity in forming national leaders, with reference to Washington.

Joseph Farrand Tuttle ⬩ 1864

The Late Dr. Lyman Beecher

Concise biography of Rev. Lyman Beecher by Joseph F. Tuttle, outlining his ministry, revival leadership, temperance sermons, and opposition to Unitarianism in Boston.

Joseph Farrand Tuttle ⬩ 1863

Address of Rev. James H. Johnston at the Inauguration of Rev. Joseph F. Tuttle, D.D., … and the Inaugural Discourse of the President Delivered July 24th, 1862

Inaugural address for Rev. Joseph F. Tuttle as Wabash College president, urging devotion to Christian education, trust in divine providence, and service to church and state.

Joseph Farrand Tuttle ⬩ 1862

Sketch of Rev. Barnabas King, D.D.

Biographical sketch of Rev. Barnabas King (1780–1862), longtime pastor at First Presbyterian Church, Rockaway, NJ, whose 50+ year ministry transformed the community and drew wide respect.

Joseph Farrand Tuttle ⬩ 1862

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Baccalaureate Sermon, The Greek or the Christ! Delivered Before the Class of ‘77

Annals of Morris County

The Revolutionary Forefathers of Morris County, An Address Delivered at Morristown, N.J., July 4th, 1876

The Origin and Growth of Wabash College: Baccalaureate Discourse to the Class of 1876

God’s Work in the World the Last Fifty Years: A Discourse Preached at Franklin, Indiana, November 29, 1874

William Tuttle of New Haven: An Address Delivered at the Tuttle Gathering, New Haven, Conn., September 3rd, 1873

Physical Science and Christianity: A Baccalaureate Discourse, Delivered at Wabash College, Crawfordsville, Ind., June 22, 1873

What Is the Mission of Wabash College?

A Visit to Four Eastern Colleges

The Higher Culture: Its Nature, Position, Method and Patrons - Being a Baccalaureate Discourse Delivered at Wabash College, Crawfordsville, Ind.

New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Ohio, in 1787–8: Passages from the Journals of Rev. Manasseh Cutler, LL.D.

The Way Lost and Found: A Book for the Young, Especially Young Men

The Early History of Morris County, New Jersey

May 1869 Letter to W.A. Whitehead, New Jersey Historical Society

Who Shall Be Your Advisers?

Commencement Address

Moses and Washington: A Discourse Delivered to the Students of Wabash College, February 21st, 1864

The Late Dr. Lyman Beecher

Address of Rev. James H. Johnston at the Inauguration of Rev. Joseph F. Tuttle, D.D., … and the Inaugural Discourse of the President Delivered July 24th, 1862

Sketch of Rev. Barnabas King, D.D.

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