[True copies of letters sent to the New Lebanon, N.Y., community]. 1815-1821.

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[True copies of letters sent to the New Lebanon, N.Y., community]. 1815-1821.

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Letters are from different West Union, Ind., residents and contain a variety of messages. In one letter is a hymn written by "Big Isaachar" and a description of activities at the Shakers' fishery. Another includes a description of a religious meeting, a list of West Union leaders, and comments about the development of the community. A third, probably from Isaachar Bates to Seth Youngs Wells, contains thoughts about the Harmonites and George Rapp. A fourth letter relates concerns about communication between the eastern and western communities. And a fifth lists everyday activities at West Union.

5 items ; 30-32 cm.

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United Society of Believers in Christ's Second Appearing.

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West Union, Ind. Community.

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The South Union, Kentucky, Shaker Society was located in Logan County, Kentucky, southwest of Bowling Green. From the description of South Union, Kentucky, Shaker Society records, 1769-1922 (1804-1916) [microform]. (Rhinelander District Library). WorldCat record id: 45232375 The United Society of Believers, also known as the Shakers, of South Union, Logan County, Ky., was established by missionaries from Ohio and Upper Kentucky who arrived in the Gaspar River area in 1807. T...