The Rt. Rev. Charles Pettit McIlvaine, D. D. was the second President of Kenyon College serving from 1832 to 1840. This collection of his letters is kept in the College Archives and is available to researchers.
The Charles P. McIlvaine 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 Francis Wharton
Charles Pettit McIlvaine
May 10, 1859
Concerning the possibility of an Asst. Bishop and the qualifications such a man should have.
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Letter to Francis Wharton
Charles Pettit McIlvaine
May 18, 1859
Reports information received and opinions about various persons being considered for the Office of Assistant Bishop.
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Letter to Bishop Whittingham
Charles Pettit McIlvaine
April 3, 1860
Combined with other letters, McIlvaine1861-03-20, McIlvaine1861-03-30
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Letter to S. P. Chase
Charles Pettit McIlvaine
April 11, 1860
Asks leave for his son if danger should strike Washington. Wishes separation could be done in peace.
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Letter to Eccl. Authority of Diocese of Pennsylvania
Charles Pettit McIlvaine
April 25, 1860
Certifies B.T. Makeri Presbyter of Ohio to Pennsylvania.
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Letter to unknown
Charles Pettit McIlvaine
May 16, 1860
Recommending Chandler Robbins of Springfield to their church. Mr. Neakes too young for huge congregation in this city.
