Title

Circular Letter

Authors

Philander Chase

Files

Description

Chase forwards his circular letter to Joseph Denison. In the circular, Chase publishes a private letter to a friend. He rejects the notion that he should share power with the faculty and defends his complete authority as president of the College.

Date

8-8-1831

Keywords

Joseph Denison, Rachael Denison, circular, president, trustees, presidential power, constitution, bishop, faculty, professors, standing committee

Transcript

[Typed circular letter]

P. Chase

To Dr. Jo. Denison Sevr.

Steubenville O

8. of Augt. 1831

Dr. Brother:

You have herewith that which I promised Dr. Sister Rachael last night but forgot to hand it her:

My heart follows you as you go from me and offers almost continually a devout wish for your preservation and speed.

May you find all your dear connexions [sic] well: and may the blessings of Heaven rest up you to them and all who ever think of your unworthy Brother P. Chase

[?] P. Chase P.M. Gambier O --

Dr. Jo. Denison Sev.

Royalton

Vermont

Recommended Citation

Chase, Philander, "Circular Letter" (1831). Philander Chase Letters. 903.
https://digital.kenyon.edu/chase_letters/903