The Rt. Rev. Philander Chase, D.D. was the founder and first President of Kenyon College serving from 1824 to 1831. Chase was also the first Episcopal Bishop of Ohio. This collection of his letters is kept in the College Archives and is available to researchers.
The Philander Chase letters were written in the 18th and 19th century and therefore may contain language that we understand today as harmful or offensive. You may encounter paternalist descriptions of Native Americans, racial slurs, or sexism. For more information, see our policy page.
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Letter to Lord Kenyon
Philander Chase
5-31-1824Chase is telling Lord Kenyon that he has been well received at Cambridge University, has dined at Trinity Hall, and will dine with the Vice Chancellor
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Letter to Philander Chase
Robert Dowe
5-31-1824In a letter apparently addressed to the wrong P. Chase, Mr. Dowe regrets missing P. Chase at the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland (which Bishop Chase never attended)
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Letter to Philander Chase
G. W. Marriott
6-1-1824G. W. Marriott tells Philander Chase that the Bishop of Salisbury wanted Chase to visit him, but the post was so late that Chase missed the time to meet completely. Marriott anticipates that Chase's Cause will be well supported in Oxford, and reminds him that getting support in Canada is also important. The Dean of Westminster has agreed to support Chase. Marriott advises Chase to write to the Bishop of Salisbury as soon as he can, as the Bishop's support will be influential especially in Ireland.
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Letter to Philander Chase
George Marriott
6-2-1824Marriott is forwarding Chase's letter to him and making sure that Chase will be able to make to dinner with Mr Ward at Great Horkesley
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Letter to Philander Chase
George Marriott
6-2-1824Marriott is sending Chase a copy of the letter he wrote to Mr Ward
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Letter to Philander Chase
Timothy Wiggin
6-3-1824Wiggin tells Philander Chase about the success of the new circulars they have distributed in gaining support for the cause.
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Letter to Philander Chase
Miss Vansitart
6-3-1824Miss Vansitart is inviting Chase to her home and wishes to throw him a party.
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Letter to Philander Chase
George Marriott
6-4-1824Marriott wants to meet up with Chase before he leaves
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Letter to Philander Chase
Mr. Harington
6-5-1824Mr. Harington expresses his regrets for not being able to provide funds to Bp. Chase's cause
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Letter to Philander Chase
Miss Duff Macfarlane
6-5-1824Miss Macfarlane reports that she has bought many books for Bp. Chase using Lady Rosse's money and asks if he wants any others. She is sending him poetry written by the family members of one Mrs. Gipps. She recommends that Bp. Chase become more well acquainted with Mr. Rogers, either in person or via letters.
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Letter to Sophia Chase
Philander Chase
6-6-1824Bishop Chase tells Sophia of an afternoon spent with Lord Kenyon and Mr. Marriott in London. Later, the three visitied Rev. Wards in Nayland and then the Nayland Church, where Rev. William Jones (whom Bishop Chase apparently admires greatly) was once minister.
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Letter to Philander Chase
H.J. Rose
6-7-1824Reverend Rose writes to Bishop Chase to wish him success with his new institution.
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Letter to Philander Chase
William Wilson
6-8-1824Wilson apologizes to Bp. Chase for not being available to see him this week but expresses hope to see him soon. He asks for his subscription to remain anonymous.
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Letter to Sir Thomas Baring
Philander Chase
6-8-1824Bp. Chase asks Sir Thomas to read an "appeal" and statement regarding the Chuch of Christ in Ohio
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Letter to Bishop Skinner
Philander Chase
6-8-1824Bp. Chase thanks Bp. Skinner for his recent note expressing sympathy for Chase's troubles and for his donation of several books.
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Letter to Lord Kenyon
Philander Chase
6-9-1824Bp. Chase expresses his sincere love for Lord Kenyon, asks him to take care of his correspondence with Miss Macfarlane, and updates him on meetings and donations.
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Letter to Lord Kenyon
Philander Chase
6-9-1824Bp. Chase is recounting all the people he has recently met to Lord Kenyon and especially wishes to pray for Miss Mary Ward who appears to be ill.
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Letter to Philander Chase
J W. Brooks
6-10-1824JW Brooks affirms that Mr. Cockren would do anything in the service of the Lord. If Cockren would be so disposed to interview with and then serve Bp. Chase, JW Brooks requests that Bp. Chase tell him his travel plans near Retford.
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Letter to Philander Chase
Miss Duff Macfarlane
6-10-1824If it does not inconvenience him, Miss Macfarlane requests that Bishop Chase visit her while in London. She has received a letter from Sophia Chase, and would like to purchase some presents for her.
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Letter to Lord Kenyon
Philander Chase
6-10-1824Philander Chase is updating Lord Kenyon on his visit to Oxford and Chase's interactions with Lord Kenyon's son
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Letter to Philander Chase
Elizabeth M. Drought
6-12-1824Elizabeth Drought has donated a Bible and children's book in lieu of a monetary donation to Philander Chase's cause.
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Letter to Dr MacBride
Philander Chase
6-12-1824Philander Chase Accepts Dr MacBride's dinner invitation.
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Diary Letter to George Marriott
Philander Chase
6-12-1824A diary letter addressed to G. W. Marriott that describes the details of Chase's successful trip to Oxford to gain support for the Ohio cause.
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Note for Philander Chase
MacBride
6-13-1824Dr MacBride attempted to visit Philander Chase, but could not stay and wait to see him.
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Letter to Philander Chase
G. W. Marriott
6-14-1824G. W. Marriott has received two letters intended for Bp. Chase. He also instructs Bp. Chase to send letters and pay respects to certain people that Marriott deems important. These include the Provost of Queen's, Judge Park, Mr. Goulburn and his brother, and Dr and Mrs McBride. Marriott tells Chase to tell his Robert Caldecot that he should have sent a letter about his change of intention in regards to his early admission at Oriel.