Section of Unsigned Letter from Harriet, July 23, 1871
Visitors, Foreign; Social conflict; Missionaries
Hattie writes on the Sabbath to an unknown correspondent. Tensions with the locals seem to have reached a boiling point so it has been recommended that missionaries stay at home. She likens it to the Sabbath after the Battle of Chancellorsville during the American Civil War. She writes about how the Chinese peoples' distrust of foreigners has affected mission work, and how it affects mission work going forward.
Noyes, Harriet Newell
Loose, The College of Wooster, Special Collections, <a href="https://www.wooster.edu/academics/libraries/collections/collections/historical/noyes/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Noyes Collection</a>
Unpublished
1881-07-23
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The United States Civil War, 1861-65
Letter from Hattie to Mother, January 10, 1870
Missionaries' spouses; Missionaries; Gifts; Parties; Homesickness
In this letter to her mother, Harriet writes about the new crop of missionaries and their families. She describes some of the gifts they brought, as well as a little party they had. Hattie expresses feelings of homesickness, pointing out how happy she is to have friends in China that she can talk to like her sisters back home.
Noyes, Harriet Newell
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1870-01-10
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Letter from Hattie to Father, November 10, 1869
Presbyterian Church; Missionaries; Sabbath; Church meetings
In this letter to her father, Harriet talks about the upcoming unification of the Old and New School Presbyterian churches. She also writes about the incoming influx of missionaries. She concludes by discussing various acquaintances and friends, and recounting her Sabbath activities.
Noyes, Harriet Newell
Loose, The College of Wooster, Special Collections, <a href="https://www.wooster.edu/academics/libraries/collections/collections/historical/noyes/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Noyes Collection</a>
Unpublished
1869-11-10
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Presbyterian Church, Old School-New School Controversy, 1835-1870
Letter from Hattie to Em, September 9, 1869
Mail steamers; Missionaries; Buildings; Betrothal; Christian converts
In this letter to her sister, Emily, Harriet updates her about the mail steamers and wishes her sister could come to visit on one of them. She then talks about the influx of new missionaries and how they will have to scramble to get them housing. Hattie expresses distaste for the fact that some Chinese convert to Catholicism, rather than Presbyterianism. She concludes by expressing the importance of laboring amongst the Chinese both abroad, and in the United States.
Noyes, Harriet Newell
Loose, The College of Wooster, Special Collections, <a href="https://www.wooster.edu/academics/libraries/collections/collections/historical/noyes/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Noyes Collection</a>
Unpublished
1869-09-09
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Letter from Harriet to Father, July 1, 1868
Bible; Chinese language--Translating; Missionaries; Homesickness; God
In this letter to her father on his birthday, Hattie talks about how the weather and friends in China remind her of her sister, Em. She tells her father of the health of her friends; the Folsoms seem to be having a particularly difficult time. She concludes by discussing the translation of the New Testament. She talks about the disagreement regarding the translation of God.
Noyes, Harriet Newell
Loose, The College of Wooster, Special Collections, <a href="https://www.wooster.edu/academics/libraries/collections/collections/historical/noyes/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Noyes Collection</a>
Unpublished
1868-07-01
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Letter from Hattie to Em, May 4, 1868
Missionaries; Leave of absence; Married people in missionary work; Chinese language--Study and teaching
In this letter to her sister Emily on her birthday, Harriet playfully teases her sister about her health and wishes she was with her. Harriet then writes about the monthly missionary meeting. She is quite upset about the potential departure of the Prestons. She raves about the couple and claims that everybody is as fond of them as she is, She concludes by talking about her study of the Chinese language and her work with a girls' school.
Noyes, Harriet Newell
Loose, The College of Wooster, Special Collections, <a href="https://www.wooster.edu/academics/libraries/collections/collections/historical/noyes/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Noyes Collection</a>
Unpublished
1868-05-04
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Letter from Harriet to Clara
Mail steamers; Travel books; Death
Harriet is glad that Mary's and Martha's letters came yesterday because if not Harriet would have had to go to Hong Kong to get the mail. Harriet received a copy of Mr. Condit's (Edgar Mantelbert Condit) new book; "Two Years in Three Continents: Experiences, Impressions, and Observations of Two Americans Abroad". Harriet recalls the months she was back home when Edward died.
Noyes, Harriet Newell
The College of Wooster, Special Collections, <a href="https://www.wooster.edu/academics/libraries/collections/collections/historical/noyes/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Noyes Collection</a>, Box #5
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Unknown
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Section of Letter from Hattie and Electa
Anniversaries; Songs; Impersonation; Humor; Drama; Parties
Harriet writes about a fiftieth-anniversary party she and Electa attended. Mr. Fisher sang a song called "Get a wiggle on", with Mr. Henry interjecting. Dr. Niles joked that Elmira College wanted to give out an L.L.D. and that she decided to accept it. MacNamara's Band played, consisting of Drs. Dobsin, Creighton, Fisher, and Boyd. Miss Butler impersonated an old lady, complaining that she wanted to buy some red tape only to discover the Presbyterian Mission had bought it all itself. She said that Paul was not in favor of Union, as he wouldn't even marry. A drama took place centered around South China missionary Mrs. Kunkle and her struggle to manage mission accounts. Electa and Hattie found the party to be the greatest they had ever attended.
Noyes, Harriet Newell; Butler, Electa M.
Loose, The College of Wooster, Special Collections, <a href="https://www.wooster.edu/academics/libraries/collections/collections/historical/noyes/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Noyes Collection</a>
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<a href="https://www.geonames.org/1814991/people-s-republic-of-china.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">China</a><br /><a href="https://www.geonames.org/3017382/republic-of-france.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">France</a><br /><a href="https://www.geonames.org/6252001/united-states.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">United States</a>
Section of Letter to Clara, May 21, 1918
World War, 1914-1918; Anniversaries; Missionaries; Dinners and dining
Harriet writes to Clara saying that she cannot be happy until the cruel war is over; yet, she is hopeful for the future. There was a banquet thrown by the Presbyterian Mission to celebrate Harriet's fifty years as a missionary in China. In her speech, she remarked that although she has met many friends, she is the only one who can say she can look back over fifty years in China. She spoke of changes and the hope she has. Their Mission increased from six to seventy in the past fifty years and she hopes that it continues to grow.
Noyes, Harriet Newell
Loose, The College of Wooster, Special Collections, <a href="https://www.wooster.edu/academics/libraries/collections/collections/historical/noyes/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Noyes Collection</a>
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1918-05-21
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<a href="https://www.geonames.org/1809858/guangzhou.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Guangzhou</a>
World War, 1914-1918
Section of Unsigned Letter to Mrs. Woolf, December 3, 1921
Travel; Description and travel; Railroad travel; Landscapes
The author of this letter (probably Harriet given the location and date) writes to Mrs. Woolf to give her account of their journey that eventually ended in Canton. The description starts on September 17th and mentions traveling with Miss Noyes' sisters and Rev. M. H. The author describes landscapes as great wonders such as mountains, canyons, lakes, and glaciers. The letter ends after talking about getting into Canada and visiting Vancouver and Victoria.
Noyes, Harriet Newell
The College of Wooster, Special Collections, <a href="https://www.wooster.edu/academics/libraries/collections/collections/historical/noyes/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Noyes Collection</a>, Box #3
Unpublished
1921-12-03
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noyes_c_cor_881
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Letter from Hattie to the "Dear Ones at Home", December 1889
Erysipelas; Congresses and conventions; Women authors; Girls' schools
Harriet writes to her family at home. She is glad to know that Edward is feeling better and tells him to take his medicine, Em as well, so as not to get erysipelas again. She has been asked to write a paper for the Shanghai Conference on Girls Schools. Martha, Dr. Kerr, and Miss Butler may also attend the conference. She talks about their own conference that they had and the food that they prepared.
Noyes, Harriet Newell
The College of Wooster, Special Collections, <a href="https://www.wooster.edu/academics/libraries/collections/collections/historical/noyes/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Noyes Collection</a>, Box #4
Unpublished
1889-12-??
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Letter from Hattie to "Ones at Home," February 28, 1903
Families in dreams; Women missionaries; Future life; Death--Religious aspects--Christianity
Harriet writes to her family at home about Edward and the death of family members. She thinks that all their passed loved ones must look down on them, excited to see how they continue their earthly work. She is traveling on a boat with a female doctor on her way to Shanghai, who she wishes was going to Canton. Hattie recounts a dream she had the night before where the family was together again.
Noyes, Harriet Newell
The College of Wooster, Special Collections, <a href="https://www.wooster.edu/academics/libraries/collections/collections/historical/noyes/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Noyes Collection</a>, Box #3
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1903-02-28
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Section of Letter from Hattie
Race discrimination; Immigrants; School closings
Harriet sympathizes with the Chinese immigrant population of San Francisco, who experience violence. The Chinese also resent Europeans occupying their land and express this in idioms and couplets. She is relieved that the Boarding School has closed after so many solicitors have endangered the students.
Noyes, Harriet Newell
Loose, The College of Wooster, Special Collections, <a href="https://www.wooster.edu/academics/libraries/collections/collections/historical/noyes/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Noyes Collection</a>
Unpublished
Unknown
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noyes_c_cor_667
<a href="https://www.geonames.org/5391959/san-francisco.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">San Francisco</a>
Section of Letter from Hattie
Drowning--Resuscitation; Death and burial; Grief
This letter begins with an account of the drowning of Miss Campbell. Dr. Cheek tried to resuscitate for that entire night but could not. He buried her on the riverside and continued to Bangkok. Hattie writes that Mrs. Hartwell said Dr. Cheek was deeply troubled at not being able to save Miss Campbell. Hattie worries that Dr. Cheek is traveling to Cheng Mai alone and saddened.
Noyes, Harriet Newell
Loose, The College of Wooster, Special Collections, <a href="https://www.wooster.edu/academics/libraries/collections/collections/historical/noyes/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Noyes Collection</a>
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Unknown
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Section of Unsigned Letter
Persecution--China; Prison discipline; Christianity and other religions--Chinese; Military occupation
This letter, probably written by Harriet, describes the persecutions against Christians, especially converts, taking place and the prison conditions that they endure. A Consul is battling for their release. A General is in charge of the region and dislikes foreigners and Christianity, and the author worries that looming French incursions may upset already strained relations. Many are now fleeing to the countryside.
Noyes, Harriet Newell
Loose, The College of Wooster, Special Collections, <a href="https://www.wooster.edu/academics/libraries/collections/collections/historical/noyes/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Noyes Collection</a>
Unpublished
Unknown
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Section of Letter from Harriet
Missionaries; Conversion; Idolatry; Persecution--China
Harriet writes about a letter that Dr. Happer received from Mr. Corbett wherein he and Mr. Leyenbarger evangelize in the North. They converted many natives, two of whom had rejected their original beliefs after being unable to afford offerings but hiding due to social pressures. Harriet thinks that many more natives may be secret Christians. Dr. Graves says that persecutions have taken place against Roman Catholics with many killed, when the leader's family was lost to him, appearing as a punishment from the Christian God. The Wesleyan Mr. Hargreaves reports that a Buddhist monk wishes to convert and donate his small monastery as a chapel. Henry has returned, and Mr. Fulton is still in Lin Chau. Many young farmers may soon begin mission work. Mrs. Kerr's visit was more enjoyable than her time in America.
Noyes, Harriet Newell
Loose, The College of Wooster, Special Collections, <a href="https://www.wooster.edu/academics/libraries/collections/collections/historical/noyes/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Noyes Collection</a>
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Unknown
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Section of Unsigned Letter
Bible stories; Finance; Buildings
This letter, most likely written by Harriet, describes a visit from Mr. Bainbridge, a Baptist, who explains the Biblical story of Job. The author believes Job's suffering would have been lessened had he known it was the will of God. Mr. and Mrs. Bainbridge are touring the missions of the world. The author's Board is in debt and cannot expand their buildings, but it is suspected that they will have the funds this year.
Noyes, Harriet Newell
Loose, The College of Wooster, Special Collections, <a href="https://www.wooster.edu/academics/libraries/collections/collections/historical/noyes/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Noyes Collection</a>
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Unknown
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Section of Letter from Harriet
Kerr, J. G. (John Glasgow); Missions, Medical; Classism; Racism
Harriet writes about caring for a cat. She remarked that the children and people in China are very dirty, and thinks very highly of Dr. Kerr that he deals with the most 'repulsive' Chinese people. She comments on the disagreements between Dr. Happer and Dr. Kerr. There are many differences between Canton and home that become more and more apparent to Hattie as time passes.
Noyes, Harriet Newell
Loose, The College of Wooster, Special Collections, <a href="https://www.wooster.edu/academics/libraries/collections/collections/historical/noyes/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Noyes Collection</a>
Unpublished
April 28, Year Unknown
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Section of Letter from Hattie
Death; Drowning; Water spirits; Death--Poetry
This letter begins with the death of Mr. Caldwell, who died by drowning in the river. His body was recovered by Chinese men diving in order for them to hold a funeral. Many of the missionaries are heavily affected, especially those also from England. Harriet writes about the belief some locals hold that those who die by drowning become water spirits.
Noyes, Harriet Newell
Loose, The College of Wooster, Special Collections, <a href="https://www.wooster.edu/academics/libraries/collections/collections/historical/noyes/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Noyes Collection</a>
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Unknown
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Section of Unsigned Letter
Kerr, J. G. (John Glasgow); Missions, Medical; Missionary settlements; Christian sects
This letter, probably from Harriet, details the neighborhood of houses where the missionaries in Canton live. She goes into detail about the families she has come to know, including Dr. Kerr, who she views as a father figure, the Prestons, the Parkes, and the Andersons. They have come from various places and denominations around the world.
Noyes, Harriet Newell
Loose, The College of Wooster, Special Collections, <a href="https://www.wooster.edu/academics/libraries/collections/collections/historical/noyes/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Noyes Collection</a>
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Unknown
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Section of Letter from Hattie
Visitors, Foreign; Morphine; Pain; Sabbath
At the beginning of this letter, Harriet shares that while she was walking with Mr. Eitel they were called 'foreign devils' which is not as common as it used to be. She then goes on to write about her "Hypodermic man" in China who taught her about injecting medicine into the body via syringe. She had not thought about it until Henry told her about injecting morphine for pain which the man also taught her. She mentions that they acquired a stereoscope which they have been showing to visitors.
Noyes, Harriet Newell
Loose, The College of Wooster, Special Collections, <a href="https://www.wooster.edu/academics/libraries/collections/collections/historical/noyes/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Noyes Collection</a>
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Unknown
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Letter from Hattie to Edward, May 23, 1868
Health; Railroads; Music teachers; Political parties; Journals (Diaries)
Harriet is glad that Edward seems to be recovering. She asks about the university at Wooster and about a new editor that might publish a new paper in Seville. This new editor is a Democrat and she feels sorry for that. Harriet tells her brother that she will be a music teacher. Edward is thinking about publishing Harriet's journal and she thinks that some things should be fixed before doing so.
Noyes, Harriet Newell
Loose, The College of Wooster, Special Collections, <a href="https://www.wooster.edu/academics/libraries/collections/collections/historical/noyes/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Noyes Collection</a>
Unpublished
1868-05-23
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Letter from Harriet to Clara, Feburary 24, 1874
Church; Construction; Writing; Christian education of girls
Harriet writes on her excitement on the approval for the building of a new church and the funds devoted to it. She mentions that Henry drew up the plans and that it should be completed by the following October. Harriet's vacation is coming to an end and she not been able to finish everything she would've hoped to as the girls are coming back next week.
Noyes, Harriet Newell
Loose, The College of Wooster, Special Collections, <a href="https://www.wooster.edu/academics/libraries/collections/collections/historical/noyes/">Noyes Collection</a>
Unpublished
1874-02-24
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<a href="https://www.geonames.org/1809858/guangzhou.html">Guangzhou</a>
Section of Letter from Hattie
Musicians; Chinese language--Studying and teaching--Foreign Speakers; Servants; English language--Studying and teaching--Chinese Speakers; Bible--Translations; Mail steamers; Correspondence
Harriet writes about the missionaries' Chinese language speaking skills and her Chinese lessons. Then, she explains certain complications they had getting and sending mail.
Noyes, Harriet Newell
Loose, The College of Wooster, Special Collections, <a href="https://www.wooster.edu/academics/libraries/collections/collections/historical/noyes/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Noyes Collection</a>
Unpublished
n. d.
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Section of Letter from Harriet
Homesickness; Pictures; Horses; Family; Photographs
Harriet starts the letter by mentioning how she wished she could have gone to Edward's musical convention. She then writes on how much she misses horses. She bought a picture from a shop of three horses and gave of them each names. Harriet ends this letter by sending wishes to members of the family.
Noyes, Harriet Newell
Loose, The College of Wooster, Special Collections, <a href="https://www.wooster.edu/academics/libraries/collections/collections/historical/noyes/">Noyes Collection</a>
Unpublished
Unknown
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Section of Letter from Hattie
Travel; China--Description and travel
This letter begins in the middle of Harriet telling the story of a recent fire. They are in the midst of a trip and have had a good time meeting many friends along the way. They travel alongside Dr. Kerr and his family, as well as other missionaries.
Noyes, Harriet Newell
Loose, The College of Wooster, Special Collections, <a href="https://www.wooster.edu/academics/libraries/collections/collections/historical/noyes/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Noyes Collection</a>
Unpublished
Unknown
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Unsigned Letter to Clara, October 10, 1872
College teachers; Seelye, Julius H. (Julius Hawley), 1824-1895; Hitchcock, Edward, 1828-1911; Women missionaries
In this letter home, Harriet writes that Henry is out with John Preston and she is alone. Their guests, Professor Seelye and Dr. Hitchcock, have parted with gifts. She apologizes that the mail steamers are cutting back on how often they will take trips. She comments on some things going on at home, including the marriage of Mattie Crane and Mr. Orr.
Noyes, Harriet Newell
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Unpublished
1872-10-10
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Sections of Letters from Harriet, 1904
Health; Death; Heaven; Inheritance and succession; Farms; Cemeteries; School buildings; Budget; Birthdays; Pneumonia; Plague; Christian converts
Harriet writes about Edward's illness and death. This section also mentions some mansion, inheritance, mining stock, and farm which could be sold. Canton's cemetery is described and the writer explains how the land is distributed between missions within a section designated to foreigners. Harriet writes about saving money for the school building. She mentions a plague, pneumonia, and explains how physicians understand death.
Noyes, Harriet Newell
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Unpublished
1904
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Letter from Harriet to Sarah, October 1, 1874
Typhoons; Near-death experiences
Harriet retells the experience of a typhoon that happened recently in Macao. In the midst of the storm, Harriet thought they would not survive, and Mr. Williams almost died. It was a terrifying experience for her.
Noyes, Harriet Newell
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Unpublished
1874-10-01
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Section of Unsigned Letter to Em, February 2, 1880
Boarding schools; Construction; Age
In this letter, most likely from Hattie, she mentions the opening of a boarding school and the addition of a "Women's Department."
Noyes, Harriet Newell
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Unpublished
1880-02-02
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Section of Unsigned Letter
Death; Cemeteries; Gravestones; Heaven
Presumably Harriet is writing about monuments and what shall be engraved on them. She likes the idea of Father, Uncle Josiah and Uncle Augustus all having the same words written on their graves, and each being in a different state. She thinks about the after life and meeting her family again.
Noyes, Harriet Newell
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Unpublished
Unknown
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Section of Unsigned Letter to Mary, January 26, 1914
Death; Ptomaine poisoning; Hospitals; Consuls
The author, probably Harriet, writes to Mary about the Consul General who is in Shanghai. She talks about William and what he will inherit from his father, including a watch and Henry's share of the farm. The land has been divided up between Martha, Sarah and Henry. Mary and Henry had both gone to the hospital with ptomaine poisoning and it seems that Henry died. She writes about Mrs. Boggs serious illness.
Noyes, Harriet Newell
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Unpublished
1914-01-26
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Section of Unsigned Letter
Christian converts; Hysteria; Christianity and other religions--Chinese
This appears to be page twenty of an unsigned letter. The author is contemplating if A Lin is still a believer. She and her daughter A Tsit went to Hong Kong, then went to stay with her sister-in-law who is the wife of a wealthy Chinese Christian. It seems the wife gave a great deal to the missionaries, money and food, but the husband did not approve, so she became mildly hysterical.
Noyes, Harriet Newell
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Unpublished
Unknown
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Letter from Hattie to Mary, January 19, 1878
Home; Thanksgiving Day
In this letter to her sister Mary, Harriet writes that she is sorry the whole family could not spend Thanksgiving together. Being home recently has made her and Henry even more grateful for their family. Harriet is glad that Mary is repurposing some of Harriet's old clothes. Hattie is thinking of the animals and rooms that make up their home, as she remembers it.
Noyes, Harriet Newell
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Unpublished
1878-01-19
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Letter from Hattie to Frank
Letter writing; Sepulchral monuments; Railroads--United States; Horses
Harriet writes to Frank about how successful she has been at writing letters. She says at home it will be Spring soon and Hannah's monument is in progress. She asks for updates on the people and railroad in Seville. The Noyes family sold a horse recently and Harriet remarks she has had little contact with horses since coming to China.
Noyes, Harriet Newell
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Unpublished
Circa 1868-1975
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Letter from Harriet to Mattie, April 21, 1877
Letter writing; Travel; Death; Family; Future life; Clothing; Sewing
In this letter to her sister Martha, Harriet admonishes her for staying up so late to write to her. She is feeling good after being home and is thinking of the time they will be together with Frank and Gilbert again. She recounts the people that have died close to her, those she was able to see again, and those she hopes are doing well. She also talks about clothing and sewing, telling Mattie her traveling outfit is ruined and asking her not to do Harriet's work.
Noyes, Harriet Newell
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Unpublished
1877-04-21
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Letter from Harriet to Em
Sewing machines; Scheduling; Rent charges
Harriet writes to her sister Em about her daily schedule. She talks about what she does throughout the day, what she eats, and the inevitable chores like sewing and mending clothing. She says almost all of the other ladies there have sewing machines. Harriet asks about the state of the house at home and tells her sister about her house in Canton. They pay $200.00 in rent a year.
Noyes, Harriet Newell
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Unpublished
Unknown
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Letter from Harriet to the Ones at Home
Presbyterian Church--Missions; Railroad travel--United States; Navies--Officers
Harriet describes her snowy journey westward. Last night they passed Ogden. She left Cleveland just last week and said goodbye to her family. She says that the Methodist ladies only have five-year terms and that she wishes the board would give seven years like the English Presbyterians. They are expected to arrive in San Francisco tomorrow afternoon. She mentions that Mr. Furshman, an officer of the Oceanic, made this journey in less than a week.
Noyes, Harriet Newell
The College of Wooster, Special Collections, <a href="https://www.wooster.edu/academics/libraries/collections/collections/historical/noyes/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Noyes Collection</a>, Box #5
Unpublished
Unknown
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Letter from Harriet to Mary
Infants; Fashion; Dressmaking--Patterns
Harriet sent a small note to Mary informing her that Verdie Happer had a daughter. She attached an illustration for dresses for women and girls and says that she and Miss Butler had similar dresses made.
Noyes, Harriet Newell
The College of Wooster, Special Collections, <a href="https://www.wooster.edu/academics/libraries/collections/collections/historical/noyes/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Noyes Collection</a>, Box #5
Unpublished
Unknown
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Unsigned letter from Harriet to Mary, Emily, Sarah, and Clara, February 4, 1903
Railroad travel--United States; Railroad stations--Ohio; Orphans; Adoption; Railroad accidents; Gold mines and mining; Royal Gorge (Colo.); Arkansas River; Smallpox; Wild horses; Indians of North America; Sierra Nevada (Calif. and Nev.)
Hattie writes to her sisters about the journey back out west. She found friends at the depot and on the train. In Jacksonville, she met up with Sarah and her friends. They left early in the morning for Chicago. Harriet writes about the various individuals she met along her trip. She describes the farms of the midwest that pass by, all covered with snow. She complains of oppressive heat in the train compartments. She talks about the snowy rail trip along the edge of the Arkansas River. They pass houses plagued by smallpox. Eventually, she ends the journey in San Francisco.
Noyes, Harriet Newell
The College of Wooster, Special Collections, <a href="https://www.wooster.edu/academics/libraries/collections/collections/historical/noyes/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Noyes Collection</a>, Box #4
Unpublished
1903-02-04
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