Pitcairn, Gertrude (Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn) (1855-1898)
Person
Dates
- Existence: 1855-04-21 - 1898-03-27
Found in 177 Collections and/or Records:
Letter from Hannah (surname unknown) to Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn, 1877-06-19
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Identifier: Sub-Series 1
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Handwritten letter from Hannah (surname unknown) in Newtonville to Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn. 2 pages, double-sided. Seal pressed into upper lefthand corner. Contents:
-family news: Mother gone to Boston, baby is sweet, Wilfred devoted to baby
-Mrs. Pulsifer’s upcoming annual party; Fred will drive them if the weather is nice
-Gertrude’s new stance regarding works of Swedenborg; does she believe they are on par with the Bible? Hannah disagrees; Swedenborg wrote truth, but works...
Dates:
1877-06-19
Letter from J. P. Worrell to Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn, 1873-12-19
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Identifier: Sub-Series 1
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Letter from J. P. Worrell in Terre Houte, Indiana to Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn.
Worrel writes to Gertrude for reassurance that he was not too forward in asking permission to write to her during his last visit. Although his motives are worthy, he was hesitant to ask for fear that he might be rebuked or bring her embarrassment. He writes, “No encouragement had been received to lead me to hope that you could feel any interest in me, and I acted solely from a desire to know if possible better a...
Dates:
1873-12-19
Letter from John H. Gillespy to Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn, 1878-11-10
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Identifier: Sub-Series 1
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Handwritten letter from John H. Gillespy in Georgetown, Colorado to Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn. 1 page, double-sided. “J.H.G.” monogrammed letterhead. Contents:
-lonely today; Mr. Childs left for San Francisco & Mr. Ballou is visiting family in Idaho Springs; was both reader & congregation for service this morning
-sad to be separated from loved ones for much of life; but being alone helps one see their own failings & be more worthy of others
-knew John would like...
Dates:
1878-11-10
Letter from John H. Gillespy to Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn, 1878-12-08
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Identifier: Sub-Series 1
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Handwritten letter from John H. Gillespy in Georgetown, Colorado to Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn. 1 page, double-sided.Contents:
-Gertrude should not worry- Walter (Childs) does not know or suspect “the truth”
-New Church people can be tempted to use their spiritual knowledge to control outcomes, but they must remember to trust Divine Providence
-if John (Pitcairn) had understood Gertrude, he would not have shared anything she said with others
-Gillespy considered Gertrude a...
Dates:
1878-12-08
Letter from Lillie (surname unknown) to Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn, 1878-02-17
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Identifier: Sub-Series 1
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Handwritten letter from Lillie (surname unknown) in Germantown to Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn. 2 pages, double-sided. Contents:
-apologies for delayed response; Bessie is teething, wanted to finish reading magazine before giving opinion
-Addressing Gertrude’s concerns; will not join Unitarian Church- enjoying practical sermons but will switch if they find something better; doubtful they will like Mr. Longfellow as much as Mr. Ames; not all Unitarians deny holiness of...
Dates:
1878-02-17
Letter from Mary A. Burnham to Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn, 1878-04-27
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Identifier: Sub-Series 1
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Handwritten letter from M. A. Burnham in Lancaster to Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn. 1 page, double-sided.
Contents:
-thanks for forwarding Mr. Pitcairn’s letter
-Gertrude enjoying Miss Hogan’s letters
-19th of June
-Gertrude’s birthday
Names mentioned: Mr. Pitcairn (John Pitcairn Jr.?), Miss Mogan (Maria Hogan?), the Doctor (Dr. N. C. Burnham)
Dates:
1878-04-27
Letter from Mary A. Burnham to Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn, 1878-07-05
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Identifier: Sub-Series 1
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Handwritten letter from Mary A. Burnham in Lancaster to Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn. “Academy of the New Church: Adventus Domini” letterhead. 1 page, double-sided.Contents:
-when will Gertrude visit? welcome anytime
-well tell Gertrude about visit with Pittsburgh “Saintesses” Maria & Mary when she visits
-Gertrude’s father may soon expect a patient on M. A. Burnham’s recommendation Names mentioned: Walter C. (Childs), Maria & Mary (Hogan?)
Places mentioned:...
Dates:
1878-07-05
Letter from Mary A. Burnham to Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn, 1878-07-17
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Identifier: Sub-Series 1
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Handwritten letter from M. A. Burnham in Lancaster to Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn. “Academy of the New Church: Adventus Domini” letterhead. 2 pages, double-sided.Contents:
-disappointed Gertrude won’t be visiting Burnhams; happy she has opportunity to visit Pittsburgh
-prospect of being together next winter; looks forward to reading & discussing truths of the Church
-Dr. (N. C. Burnham) suffering from rheumatic troubles & back pain; sends love & says he will soon send...
Dates:
1878-07-17
Letter from Mary A. Burnham to Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn, 1878-08-30
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Identifier: Sub-Series 1
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Handwritten letter from Mary A. Burnham in Lancaster to Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn. “Academy of the New Church: Adventus Domini” letterhead. 1 page, double-sided.Contents:
-Gertrude’s letter received
-Burnham’s short stay in Phila; hoping to find rooms on Girard St.; will meet Gertrude at her father’s office; lunch & long talk
-Maria (Hogan) will make Gertrude another visit
-sorry to hear of Gertrude’s illness; hopefully cold weather will help
-Dr. is well & sends love...
Dates:
1878-08-30
Letter from Mary A. Burnham to Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn, 1878-12-08
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Identifier: Sub-Series 1
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Handwritten letter from Mary A. Burnham in Shadyside, Pittsburgh, PA to Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn. 1 page, double-sided.Contents:
-Burnham’s busy visit with Church friends in Pittsburgh; has not yet had alone time to speak with Maria; happy in Maggie’s company day & night
-hoping to hear from home today; if all is well with the Doctor, will go to Chicago; boys would like to go, but can’t depart until after Janet’s betrothal Names mentioned: Maria (Hogan), Maggie...
Dates:
1878-12-08