[Letter to] Br Phelps
Contributors: Phelps, Amos A. (Amos Augustus), 1805-1847, recipient
Published: 1842
Language: eng
Format: [manuscript]
Subjects: Correspondence; History; Antislavery movements; Abolitionists
Other titles: Amos A. Phelps Correspondence (1821-1847) (Boston Public Library)
Description: In this letter to Amos A. Phelps, Luther Lee discusses the discontinuation of the Sword of Truth, for which he was the editor. He cites the lack of ́sectarian influence to sustaiń the paper and the lack of vocal supports of those who approved it as the reason for the papeŕs failure. He also says he has withdrawn from the M. E. Church ́on account of slavery and episcopacy,́ and has commenced ́the battle for independent life.́ His church as a whole will leave with him.
Notes: Holograph, signed.

Title devised by cataloger.

Year of production as it appears on the original manuscript as is ambiguous. Annotation on manuscript and context indicate 1842 to be the year of production.

On verso, the delivery address is "Rev. A. A. Phelps, Boston, Mass."