Diary - Book,"Dishes of Shakespeare which I like," by James C. Rice A marblized hard cover book of lined paper whose first entry is "dishes of Shakespeare which I like and the autograph - James C. Rice. Also: "from the Tempest," "Two Gentlemen of Verona." Most of the book is unused. A clipping of Washington's Birth-Day in the back. The calligraphy is quite fine and might even be a means of practicing a fine hand. A letter "Resolutions passed by the Class of 1854 on hearing of the death of Brig. Gen. James Rice (which see 2006a-197 this box).
On loan to Worthington Historical Society by Frederick Sargent Huntington Library
Letter - "Resolutions passed by the Class of 1854 on hearing of the death of Brig. Gen. James Rice" A letter entitled "Resolutions passed by the Class of 1854 on hearing of the death of Brig. Gen. James Rice. This was in the back of the book of James C. Rice (which see 2006a-196 this box). "At the Decenniel meeting of the Class of 1854, held at the New Haven Hotel on the evening of Wednesday, July 27, 1864, the following Resolutions were adopted..... (to be scanned). This seems to be in James C. Rice's hand.
Diary - Guest Book, Alderbest Alderbest Guest Book signed by those missionaries who spent time (a couple of weeks to a complete season) during the summer months at Alderbest. A card file directs guests as to appropriate actions, e.g. "do not cut any branches, dead or otherwise;do not ever sleep on divan covers" See 2006a-200. Alderbest is the land which was left by Frederick Sargent Huntington to the town for a library. Not used for that purpose it was subsequently sold, being eventually acquired by Rose D. Forbes who made it available as a missionary retreat. Sold in 1940s to Wilbur Eddy, in 1944 to Clarence and Helen Smith, and in 1954 to Richard and Beverly Smith who converted it to a year round home. Also included, from July 17, 1922, is a blue scrap of paper with the following: "The following birds were seen at Alberbest within an hour by Mr. and Mrs. Fish: Goldfinch, Cat bird, Peabody, Chewink, Veery, Purple Finch, Robin, Cedar bird, Chipping Sparrow, Song Sparrow, Maryland Yellow Throat, Vesper Sparrow, Red Eyes Vireo"
Diary - Alderbest Card File - Instructions to Guests A card file directs guests as to appropriate actions, e.g. "do not cut any branches, dead or otherwise;do not ever sleep on divan covers". Alderbest is the land which was left by Frederick Sargent Huntington to the town for a library. Not used for that purpose it was subsequently sold, being eventually acquired by Rose D. Forbes who made it available as a missionary retreat. Sold in 1940s to Wilbur Eddy, in 1944 to Clarence and Helen Smith, and in 1954 to Richard and Beverly Smith who converted it to a year round home. Please see also 2006a-199.
Diary - Katharine McDowell Rice Miscellanea This appears to be a note book of miscellanea written and collected by Katharine McDowell Rice from the years 1918 to 1921. Herein are contained mostly notes related to her play writing and productions. On the front of the black leather book is a pasted note that says "Correspondence on Right of Worthington Library to have dog tax is in this book; also steps taken to secure Attorney General's opinion." This note book bears close scrutiny (identify). Gold tipped paper edges.
Letter - Katharine McDowell Rice Folder containing various miscellaneous correspondence to and from Katharine McDowell Rice -- some of which pertain to the fund for the Rice Memorial Room, one refers to her illness in Albany NY, one has Russell H. Conwell's signature, others are sympathies for the death of John Rice - these must be read thoroughly and separated. identify
Church - Publication, Prayer Card, Evening Incense Small brown cloth covered book "Evening Incense" with gold design on spine.Published by Robert Carter & Brothers, 285 Broadway, New York, NY.Note page 18, "sustain the dying....." which has been marked in pencil.
Church - Publication, Catalogue, Theological Seminary Light green paper booklet inscribed "regards of Mr. (Wm.?) Chamberlain. Printed by Samuel S. Smith in Bangor ME. Many names listed in Senior Class (including John C. Chamberlain), Middle Class and Junior Class. This is the theological Seminary Catalogue including course of study for the seminary in Bangor ME.
Church - Report, Anniversary Fund, Katharine McDowell Rice Handwritten report by Katharine McDowell Rice on the Anniversary Fund for the Congregational Church. Included is a ringed set of notes indicating contributions and donors. Also includes small booklet of donors to the 150th Anniversary Fund and amounts given. Book is paper with grey cover and blue paper taped on front. Also included are various pieces of correspondence which accompanied or promised donations to the fund.
Withdrawing and Absenting from Church of Christ
Church - War Artifact, Lieutenant Timothy Meech Withdrawing and Absenting from Church of Christ Appears to be a carbon copy of a typed set of notes regarding Chh Meetings. Those mentioned are:Lieutenant Timothy Meech, Deacon Joseph Marsh, Thomas Cleamonds, Captain Ebenezer Webber, James Thompson, Elihu Tinker, Thomas Kinne, Deacon Nathan Leonard. It is indicated that Jonathan Brewster is the Scribe and repentance is sought.
Worthington Missionary Society Secretary's Reports
Church - Report, Worthington Missionary Society Secretary's Reports, Susan Tracy Rice Black leather bound, red trimmed notebook containing handwritten notes by Susan Tracy Rice, Secretary for the Worthington Missionary Society. "On inside of last cover some data on the simpler organized society before 1902." Last report was given at Roll Call in July 1932.
Church - Letter, solicitation for Anniversary Fund, Katharine McDowell Rice This appears to be a form letter which must have been sent to potential donors to the Worthington Congregational Church 150th anniversary of its organization on August 5 and 6, 1923 fund. Checks may be made payable to Mrs. May G. Porter, treasurer.
Church - Diary, 150th Anniversary Celebration Booklet This booklet is the program for the August 5 and 6, 1923 150th year Anniversary Celebration of the Worthington Congregational Church (1771-1921). Pastor F. W. Moulton Sunday morning, Sunday afternoon, Monday afternoon banquet, Monday evening. On the front cover is a drawing of the current Congregational Church whose English design was much influenced by the Rice family.
Church - Diary, Notebook, Katharine McDowell Rice Small red leather notebook with handwritten "Katharine McDowell Rice" on inside cover. Appears to be notations relating to sermons heard during times in the 1890s. The book is mostly empty.
Church - Organization, Report, Women's Benevolent Society Parsonage Building, Katharine McDowell Rice Blue hardcover scrapbook containing notes on efforts by the Women's Benevolent Society to raise money to build a parsonage. There are other notes all kept by Katherine McDowell Rice. Also many clippings, some of which are literary and some are Worthington history. (cf Box 30 series). The book is badly deteriorated with many loose pages. It is bound with string.
Publication - Cookbook, Mrs. Lincoln's Boston Cookbook "Mrs. Lincoln's Boston Cookbook" by Mrs. D. A. Lincoln. Falling apart with handwritten recipe entries and occasional printed recipes, e.g., from Knox Gelatin Co. Wrapped in brown butcher paper with the following written in ink: "Cook book of Susan Tracy Rice with many recipes written by her. Nothing could be more suggestive of her. [Identify recipe cooking event]
Report - Radcliffe Anniversary Report 1913-1938 - Katharine Mcdowell Rice "Twenty-fifth Anniversary Report, Radcliffe, Class of 1913." p. 92 has biography of Katharine McDowell Rice. Red cloth boards with brown paper cover.
Report - Radcliffe Class of 1913, Decennial, Triennial and Sestennial Reports Three booklets with lists of members of the Radcliffe Class of 1913. Katharine Rice is mentioned in all three. Contained in an envelope dated 1923 with handwritten biographical notes.
Letter - from Woodrow Wilson to Mrs. Harriet L. P. Rice Letter to Mrs. Harriet L. P. Rice, Albany, New York signed from Woodrow Wilson on stationery with his name and address as Sea Girt, N. J. as follows: "My dear Mrs. Rice, I beg that you will pardon me for not replying sooner to your letter of July fifth, but I am sure that in your generosity you will understand. It has been practically impossible for me to write personal letters and even now I can only express to you the warm appreciation with which your message of congratulation and friendship was received. It would be very delightfull if I could see you in Albany or anywhere else. I do not know just yet what my itinerary will be during the campaign. With warm appreciation of your gracious kindness, Cordially and sincerely yours, ...."
Miscellaneous - Whale's Tooth Unidentified meaning associated with this whale's tooth. In excellent condition.