Scope and Contents 22 handwritten journal pages dated 1/1/1877 – 1/15/1979. First 16 pages written by Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn, covering early developments in the establishment of the Academy (opening 1st Academy society, various conflicts with Convention, social gatherings, etc.), Gertrude’s personal relationships, and Starkey family events including their move from Vineland to Philadelphia, Dr. Starkey’s medical business, and Caira Skelton Starkey’s deteriorating mental state. Large sections occasionally...

Scope and Contents 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:...

Scope and Contents 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...

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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)

Scope and Contents 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...

Scope and Contents 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...

Scope and Contents Handwritten postal card from Mary A. Burnham in Philadelphia to Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn at 1638 Green Street, Philadelphia, PA. Cross-written in different ink.Transcription: “My Dear G. I want to make you a little call, by card, this morning. -when there will be no danger of fatiguing you, as I most feared I might have done yesterday. I do hope you are feeling better today, & that I shall hear this evening (or before) of a decided improvement. I always feel after a good...

Scope and Contents Handwritten letter from Mary A. Burnham in Lancaster to Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn. “Academy of the New Church, Adventus Domini” letterhead. 2 pages, double-sided. Contents: -reading latter part of Conjugial Love; thoughts on memorable relations #55 & 56; striving for pure love of the sex; must not confound natural & spiritual -Dr. (N. C. Burnham) away at Ruff’s Dale, PA; would enjoy hearing from Gertrude -Samie (?) & Mary A. Burnham had Sunday service alone; don’t...

Scope and Contents Handwritten postal card from Mary A. Burnham in Brooklyn, NY to Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn at 1638 Green Street, Philadelphia, PA. Contents: -Mr. Hibbard elected president of General Conference of New Church Ministers -standing of Academy within greater New Church circlesTranscription: “My Dear G. Your much wanted letter is just rec’d. As I have a few moments before dressing for a large social this eve I shall give these moments to you. I can tell you some good news....

Scope and Contents Handwritten letter from Mary Dover in Pittsburgh, PA to Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn. 3 pages, double-sided.Contents: -letter received with great excitement -Maria sat in rear train car with “the Boy”; left with eyes bright & face beaming -very sorry not to be joining Maria on upcoming visit to Starkeys in Philadelphia -sorry to hear Starkey family has been sick with the chills -happy to hear that Doctor has returned & Mrs. B. (Burnham?) will be with them soon; happy that...