Correspondence. 1812-1849.

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Correspondence. 1812-1849.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/21543616

Bulk of correspondence primarily letters written to Miller between 1837 and 1847. Includes some family correspondence.

12 boxes ; 45 x 30 x 10 cm.

Aurora University, Phillips Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 7017597

Aurora University, Phillips Library

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Miller, William, 1782-1849

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William Miller (1782-1849) is the American farmer and Baptist preacher who proclaimed the imminent return of Christ in the 1830's and 1840's and founded the religious movement known as the Millerite Movement. Born in Pittsfield, MA, Miller grew up in Low Hampton, NY and was mostly self-educated. In 1803, he married Lucy P. Smith. He served as a lieutenant and captain during the war of 1812. Returning to Low Hampton, he served as Deputy Sheriff and Justice of the Peace in addition to farming duri...