Item #55224 A letter from Rev. B. R. Allen, to Theophilus Hutchings, Esq. and others. B. R. Allen, Rev.

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A letter from Rev. B. R. Allen, to Theophilus Hutchings, Esq. and others

N.p., n.d. [Barrington, RI? publisher not identified, 1839.]. Broadside (approx. 14" x 9"), text in a single column beneath the running head, signed in type by Allen at conclusion with the dateline, "Parsonage, March 30, 1839." Sheet slightly toned, previous folds, several marginal creases and tears (2 closed with archival tape on the verso - no loss); all else very good. Involves a dispute within the United Congregational Society of Barrington over the use of the Parsonage. It had been purchased in 1816 by the Society "for the use and benefit of a minister settled in, and preaching to, the Congregational Society, in this Parish." Rev. Allen feels that he is satisfying both conditions and prefers not to move. Installed in 1838 he left the Society four years later, citing an inadequate salary. The issue of the Parsonage continued to plague the congregation until 1851 at which time it was sold, after acrimonious debate. The house was subsequently moved and still stands, at 484 County Rd. in Barrington. Not found in OCLC, American Imprints, or Bartlett. Item #55224

Price: $325.00

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