Letters of Thomas E. Thomas
Letters and biographical sketches of Rev. Thomas E. Thomas (1812–1875), detailing his family, ministry, missionary correspondence, educational work, and anti-slavery convictions.
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Letters of Thomas E. Thomas
Correspondence of Thomas Ebenezer Thomas: Mainly Relating to the Anti-Slavery Conflict in Ohio, Especially in the Presbyterian Church
Correspondence of Thomas E. Thomas on the Presbyterian anti-slavery struggle in Ohio and early Miami University, with biographical notes and family letters.
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The New Common Sense in the Household
1926 revision of Marion Harland's Common Sense in the Household: a practical domestic manual updated for gas/electric cookery, laundry, menus, canning, and household economy.
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When I Was Only 12
Argues the Westminster Confession and Form of Government are a Presbyterian charter securing religious liberty by placing church governance with the people. Warns against turning it into oppression.
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A Home-Made Hero
Defense of Scripture's truth: God used many human instruments to convey revelation, with Christ as the definitive voice. Includes a short story about Buck, an honest youth.
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A Christmas Seventy-Five Years Ago
Two Christmas pieces reflecting on the angelic proclamation and the incarnation as humanity's rebirth, paired with nostalgic Virginian holiday customs and family celebration.
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In Sight of Shore
Editorial argues the modern church lacks genuine conviction of sin and contrition, replacing humility with complacency. It urges repentance, self-examination, and pursuit of Christlike holiness.
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Eighty Years of Reminiscence
Marion Harland recalls life at Montrose, a Virginia plantation—its house, gardens, Presbyterian influence, household routines, and paternalistic system of slavery.
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Art and Tradition vs. Holy Writ
Two essays: 'The Domination of Duty' urges the church to adopt the army's honoring view of duty as aligned with God's will. 'Art and Tradition vs. Holy Writ' warns that art and piety can distort Gospel details.
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The First Easter Sermon
Easter reflections urging spiritual resurrection: Paul’s 'Awake... arise' and the Emmaus walk call for genuine personal awakening and faith, not mere yearly church attendance.
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Welch Ways: Marion Harland’s Ninety-Nine Selected Recipes
1915 promotional cookbook showcasing Welch's unfermented grape juice, its pasteurization and health benefits, with recipes for punches, beverages, and desserts using Welch's.
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A Long Lane
Excerpt of a historical novel set in Dutch-settled Kinapeg Valley, NJ, depicting the Van Dyck and Corlaer families, courtship, church life, and local social pride.
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My One Glimpse of Edgar Allan Poe
An editorial on God's sovereignty and Christ's assured success in redemption (reflecting on John 6), followed by Marion Harland's personal reminiscence of seeing Edgar Allan Poe.
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People Who Are Not “Worth While”
Argues for reverent public worship and the fear of God, condemning casual familiarity; also urges hospitality and seeing worth in every person, citing Simon and the anointing woman.
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Should Protestant Ministers Marry?
1913 essay arguing that Protestant ministers should marry, citing apostolic qualifications and church duty. It highlights clergy poverty, inadequate support, and the decline in ministerial candidates.
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Colonial Homesteads and Their Stories, Vols. 1 & 2
Illustrated sketches of American colonial homesteads, their families, architecture, and traditions, compiled from visits, archives, portraits, and family records. A collector's history of historic houses.
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The Helping Hand Cook Book: With a Menu for Every Day in the Year, Together with Numerous Recipes
1912 Helping Hand Cook Book by Marion Harland & Christine Terhune Herrick. Daily menus, recipes and tips for economical household cookery, variety, and smart use of leftovers.
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Home Making
A 1911 compendium on homemaking: housekeeping, domestic economy, sanitation, and women's education. Practical essays promote domestic science and modern household management.
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Some Glimpses of Marion Harland: Helper-at-Large to American Womanhood
Argues that conservative and liberal temperaments both serve the church's equilibrium and should coexist without rancor. Also presents a biographical sketch of Marion Harland.
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