Letter from J. N. to his Brother, November 12, 1833
Letters; Schools; Cold weather conditions; Planets; Space telescopes; Astronomy
Josiah writes to his brother about identity and how he is becoming more comfortable as he ages. He mentions the schools in his area as well as the creation of a new schoolhouse. The weather has been very cold. Josiah has been using a telescope and remarks on the placement of planets.
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1833-11-12
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Letter from J. Noyes to Rev. Varnum Noyes, December 16
Brothers and sisters; Hobbies; Dance; Manners and customs; Marriage; Age; Clergy; Astronomy; Uncles; Marriage service; Family
Josiah begins this letter to his brother Varnum by discussing age and how it affects one's hobbies of choice, specifically focusing on the benefits and drawbacks of dancing. He continues by congratulating Varnum on his marriage to Lois. Josiah discusses the news of his hometown; he is rather critical of the reverends. He concludes by writing about the stars, the marriage of their 'Reverend Uncle,' and various family gossip.
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????-12-16
????-12-27
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Letter from J. Noyes to Sister, January 29 - February 1, 1826
Letters; Health; Brothers and sisters; Family; Disease; Physicians; Celibacy
Josiah writes to his sister, acknowledging that he has not been writing. He remarks that he cannot even blame it on sickness because he has been rather healthy. He mentions that it is sometimes hard to find time to visit with people because he always has people under his care. Josiah talks about a scattered family, where one is removed to a distant part of the country. He mentions some medical cases he has been having lately.
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1826-01-29 and 1826-02-01
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Letter from Josiah Noyes to Brother, March 12, 1840
Death; Heaven; Seizures, Convulsive; Typhus fever; Soul--Christianity; Mortality; Funeral services; Sins; Widows; Indemnity; Politics and government; Jesus Christ--Second Advent
In this letter to Varnum, Josiah writes about their father's sickness; he had a seizure so Josiah thinks that he might die soon. Then, he informs Varnum that their cousin Edward Noyes has died (apparently of typhus fever) and includes a reflection about mortality and the soul. Josiah describes the funeral, the sermon, Edward's last few months, his personality, his will, and his widow's future plans. A few nights ago, Josiah had an accident on the road in Newton so he is asking the town for an indemnity. He says that "politics are now all the rage in this region" and mentions Governor Marcus Morton. Mr. Miller predicted that the coming of Christ would take place in 1843.
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1840-03-12
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Letter from Josiah Noyes to Rev. Varnum Noyes, November 3-12, 1832
Postal service; Family; Trust; Justice; Health; Cholera
Josiah writes to Varnum on how his letter from August 27th was received although the seal was broken. Josiah then discusses the trustworthiness of the postmaster. He uses the quote "Fiat justitia ruat caelum" which translates to "Let justice be done though the heavens fall". Josiah writes about visiting family and fills Varnum in on the information he learned. He also talks about people that they have not seen in a while and how different they look.
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1832-11-03 and 1832-11-12
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Letter from Josiah to Brother, June 1, 1833
Letters; Travel; Railroads--Design and construction; Botany; Trials (Murder); Political candidates
Josiah writes to his brother Varnum having heard that Mr. Mason, Mr. Walker, and daughter L. are bound for Ohio and wanting to go to visit his brother. He has heard of his brother's purchase of a farm. Josiah discusses current events in his life, including that he has paid back a loan, his prize horse died, and that one of his patients is moving out west. Sister N. reports good health at their father's. His uncle, Sarah, and Charles are all in good health too. Josiah wants to visit his parents, fearing they are lonely. He has been designated an Address of Independence to the Temperance Society. He concludes by detailing other dramas: a Methodist minister is on trial for murder, and General Dearborn, Mr. Jackson of Newton, and Dr. Thurber are running for Congress.
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1833-06-01
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Letter from Josiah to Sister, July 10, 1839
Travel; Family; Landscapes; Cost; Physicians; Death; Health; Suicide; Microscopes
Josiah writes to his sister, noting the lapse in communication and mentioning how busy he has been. He mentions his recent travels, describing the landscape and experience of the area of Keene. He was looking for a microscope for Sister N in Keene and did not find one there but found one for her in Boston. He mentions some of his patients. Mr. Upham shot himself the day after Josiah saw him because of his sickness and delusions. The season has brought health to both people and crops.
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1839-07-10
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Letter from Josiah to Sister, September 28 - October 1, 1833
Letters; Clergy; Travel; Preaching; Settlement costs; Astronomy; Jupiter (Planet)
Josiah writes to his sister Zoa on how he got her letter on August 1st but has been so busy he has been unable to respond. He has been planning a trip to New Hampshire with Rev. Uncle and his family. He talks about Rev. Uncle's decision to leave his parish and the details surrounding it. Josiah mentions that he has only received one letter since Varnum got married, stating that Varnum seems very happy with his change in life.
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1833-09-28 to 1833-10-1
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Letter from Josiah to Sisters, June 10, 1825
Letters; Postal service; Friendship; Physicians; Travel; Family
Josiah writes to his sisters, Z, V, and N on how he has not gotten their letter yet but that he did receive Varnum's. He mentions the act of leaving home and his family. The people of Needham threw Josiah a welcome reception. He remarks on how he cannot suggest the thought of leaving. His employment is very lucrative currently but he has still accepted the invitation to stay and he will be living with a wealthy neighbor of his. He describes past places he has stayed with aversion.
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1825-06-10
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