C[harles] Follen to George Ripley

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[Follen explains his desire to be ordained as he has taken on the duties of William Ware; requests the Ripley preach the ordination sermon or that he contact another clergyman to do so; suggests Mr. Francis of Watertownor Mr. Stetson of Medford; states that he would ask H. Ware, but fears for his health; mentions H. Martineauand Dr. Channing; Ripley forwards letter to Francis with ANS, 1836 Oct 22, requesting that he perform the service; expresses his willingness to participate; compliments Francis on his discourses; expresses admiration for "those noble old Englishmen" mentioned in Francis' discourses.]

Names:

C[harles] Follen
George Ripley
William Ware
H. Ware
H. Martineau

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