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James Manning papers, Manning (James) papers, 1761-1827, (bulk 1765-1791)

Title: James Manning papers Manning (James) papers 1761-1827 (bulk 1765-1791)

The James Manning papers consist primarily of correspondence dating from 1765-1791 with prominent British and American Baptist ministers. Much of the correspondence involves the early history of Brown University or various issues regarding the Baptist religion and the growing tide of religion in Providence, Rhode Island.

ArchivalResource: 0.5 linear feet (c.230 items)

http://library.brown.edu/riamco/render.php?eadid=US-RPB-ms-1c-1&view=title View

Manning, James, 1738-1791. James Manning papers, 1761-1827, (bulk 1770-1792).

Title: James Manning papers, 1761-1827, (bulk 1770-1792).

Consists of letters received and signed copies (transcripts, handwritten) of letters sent by James Manning, receipts, accounts, inventories, a journal, a history of Rhode Island College written (ms.) by Manning, and catalogs of books. The collection documents the early history of Brown University (Rhode Island College), particularly Manning's presidency, his efforts to raise funds (subscriptions) from Baptists for support of the college and to obtain books for the college library; and the discussion of religion by Baptist clergy in America and Great Britain. Subjects related to Brown University history include the decision to locate the college in Providence, the need for library books and sources for books, the occupation of the college edifice by American and French troops during the Revolution, and employment of faculty. Subjects related to the the Baptist church include the Philadelphia Baptist Association, the First Baptist Church in Providence, local revivals, the condition of and attitudes toward religion in America and Great Britain, including controversies between Baptists, Presbyterians, and other denominations, responses to texts published by clergy, and actions in Great Britain that were unfavorable to the church. Manning traveled in New England, Pa., N.J., and N.Y., and often preached along the route. In 1779 he visited West Point, N.Y., and met several notable figures of the Revolutionary War, including George Washington. The work and family life of John Gano, Stephen Gano, and Solomon Drowne are discussed in the correpondence. Correspondents include Abraham Booth, Robert Carter, Caleb Evans, William Gordon, John Rippon, John Ryland, Hezekiah Smith, Samuel Stennett, and Benjamin Wallin.

ArchivalResource: 217 items (.4 linear ft.)

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/122493240 View

James Manning papers, Manning (James) papers, 1761-1827, (bulk 1765-1791)

Title: James Manning papers Manning (James) papers 1761-1827 (bulk 1765-1791)

The James Manning papers consist primarily of correspondence dating from 1765-1791 with prominent British and American Baptist ministers. Much of the correspondence involves the early history of Brown University or various issues regarding the Baptist religion and the growing tide of religion in Providence, Rhode Island.

ArchivalResource: 0.5 linear feet (c.230 items)

http://library.brown.edu/riamco/render.php?eadid=US-RPB-ms-1c-1&view=title View

Smith, Ebenezer. Letter, 1772, June 11, Ashfield [Mass.], to the Revd. Dr. Samuel Stennet[t].

Title: Letter, 1772, June 11, Ashfield [Mass.], to the Revd. Dr. Samuel Stennet[t].

Account of Baptist churches in Massachusetts; answers complaints against these churches and against him as a minister.

ArchivalResource: 1 item (14 p.).

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/122647827 View

Isaac Mann autograph collection, ca. 1750-1831

Title: Isaac Mann autograph collection ca. 1750-1831

The collection consists of 86 documents, mostly letters, gathered by Mann for their signatures. Most of the individuals represented are clergymen or preachers, particularly Baptists, and include Abraham Booth, Christmas Evans, Samuel Kilpin, John Ryland, and Basil Woodd.

ArchivalResource: Total Boxes: 1; Linear Feet: 0.42'

http://hdl.handle.net/10079/fa/beinecke.manni View