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Caroline Cushing Andrews Leighton autograph letter signed to Thomas Wentworth Higginson, [Eagleswood Perth Amboy, N.J.], 29 March [18]60

1860

Longs to avenge the execution of [Aaron Dwight] Stevens and [Albert] Hazlett. Finds comfort in [Theodore Dwight] Weld's words Describes the funeral services, mentioning the remarks made by the clergyman from Connecticut and Theodore Tilton, the songs of the children and the grief of Stevens's father.

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Caroline Cushing Andrews Leighton typed letter to Thomas Wentworth Higginson, [Eagleswood Perth Amboy, N.J.], 29 March [18]60

1860

Longs to avenge the execution of [Aaron Dwight] Stevens and [Albert] Hazlett. Finds comfort in [Theodore Dwight] Weld's words. Describes the funeral services, mentioning the remarks made by the clergyman from Connecticut and Theodore Tilton, the songs of the children and the grief of Stevens's father.

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Edward Adolphus Spring autograph letter signed to Thomas Wentworth Higginson, Eagleswood, Perth Amboy [N. J.], 9 and 10 March 1860

1860

Had been anxiously watching for news of his project; feels now that all hope is gone [for Aaron Dwight Stevens] unless the appeals move the Governor [John Letcher]. Mrs. [Rebecca (Buffum)] Spring has received photogrpahs of Stevens.

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Edward Adolphus Spring autograph letter signed to Thomas Wentworth Higginson, Eagleswood, [Perth Amboy, N.J.], 11 March [18]60

1860

Hopes he can attend the services for [Aaron Dwight] Stevens. Gives him directions for reaching Perth Amboy.

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F. B. Sanborn autograph letter signed to [Thomas Wentworth Higginson], Concord, 10 November 1859

1859

Intends to leave the country if called as witness outside Massachusetts; cannot be sure of his safety. Will find out about [Aaron Dwight] Stevens's wife; inquires about Gerrit Smith's health.

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F. B. Sanborn autograph letter signed to [Thomas Wentworth Higginson], Concord, 11 February 1858

1858

Declares [John] Brown is at Rochester; believes he contemplates an uprising of slaves. Hopes Higginson can aid him substantially. Fears the Union is on its last legs.

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F. B. Sanborn autograph letter signed to [Thomas Wentworth Higginson], Concord, 11 May 1858

1858

Believes the scheme must be postponed for a year on account of Hugh Forbes's threats. Exposure would rob it of all its terror. The other "stockholders" agree. Signed "F.B.S."

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F. B. Sanborn autograph letter signed to [Thomas Wentworth Higginson], Concord, 13 October 1858

1858

Forwards a letter from [John] Brown inquiring about future operations -- also an older letter. Mentions an article by [David Atwood] Wasson in the Atlantic and his own lecture at the Tremont Temple. Signed "F.B.S."

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F. B. Sanborn autograph letter signed to [Thomas Wentworth Higginson], Concord, 13 October [18]59

1859

Declares [Francis Jackson Meriam] has joined [John Brown] and given him money. Would not have chosen the young man himself. Thinks they can expect new next week; sees no reason to doubt the agent. Signed "F.B.S."

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F. B. Sanborn autograph letter signed to [Thomas Wentworth Higginson], Concord, 14 March [18]59

1859

Mentions various contributions. Asks him to canvas Worcester. Signed "F.B.S."

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F. B. Sanborn autograph letter signed to [Thomas Wentworth Higginson], Concord, 18 May [18]58

1858

Thinks it madness to go on in the face of [Hugh] F[orbes]'s disclosures. [Charles Anderson] Dana's estimate of his character seems probable. Printed in part in F.B. Sanborn, Dr. Samuel Gridley Howe, p. 260-1; O.G. Villard, John Brown, p. 339.

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F. B. Sanborn autograph letter signed to [Thomas Wentworth Higginson], Concord, 19 April 1859

1859

Declares [John] Brown himself is in Boston. Hopes Higginson will look him up.

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