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1833 December 30 . N[athaniel] T[ucker] Bent ALS to [Harriet Treadwell]; New Bedford, [Massachusetts]

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Box 3
Abstract:
Did not wish to disturb her husband, John White Treadwell (1785-1857), as he is "so busy in keeping the poor merchants from bankruptcy." Remarks on his activities since moving to New Bedford as an Episcopalian minister, including preaching and lecturing. Notes a well-attended Christmas service, with "music first rate under the direction of Mr. Coolidge a musical professor here." Happy with the town's piety, believing it be deepening. Describes the church and Mrs. W. R. Rotch, "whose husband is immensely rich" and pledged to aid their church despite being "half quaker" [possibly referring to Caroline Stockton Rotch (ca. 1800-1856) and William Rodman Rotch (1788-1860)]. Mrs. Rotch's character, high position in society, and her ability to draw many into the church. Has a number of rich members, and overall the congregation is very amenable to his ideas and give him warning whether their parties will include dancing. Remembers Mrs. Treadwell and Salem fondly, inquiring after friends and affairs at St. Peter's Church. Bemoans the high cost of living in New Bedford and numbers of people becoming financially insolvent.
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3 pages

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