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Parry, Margaret.

Fully length studio portrait of Margaret Parry as a small child looking at the camera while holding a stuffed animal in right hand and wearing a white dress.

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Parry family.

Full length studio portrait of the children of Evelyn and John Parry, from left to right: Elizabeth, John, Margaret and Rosa. Elizabeth and John are seen seated on a round-back chair and Margaret and Rosa are seen standing to the right, holding hands.

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Parry family.

Full length studio portrait of the children of Evelyn and John Parry, from left to right: Elizabeth, John, Margaret and Rosa. Elizabeth and John are seen seated on a round-back chair and Margaret and Rosa are seen standing to the right, holding hands.

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New daughter

New daughter

Letter from Jacob Anthes to his parents, Martin and Catharine regarding the birth of daughter Martha Magdalena, indicating that she and his wife, Magdalena Stricker, are doing well. He also notes that the church construction is progressing quickly and that the apples arrived.

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New assignment

New assignment

Letter from Jacob Anthes to his parents, Martin and Catharine. Anthes shares that the family is in good health and that he his back to preaching and visiting people. He makes note of the "self-destructive" efforts of a Baptist preacher and comments about the number of preachers that have passed through Port Elgin. He shares that the quarter-year assembly was a success making note of the contributions of Brother Umbach and Brother Büsh, and warns his parents that he won't be able to visit over the summer due to plans to spend several weeks preaching in the north part of Mission. The remainder of the letter consists of questions about the wheat crop and Jacob, along with additional updates about his work and that of Brother Eby. He concludes with well wishes to family and friends, and shares that Martha Magdalena "is really growing, is chubby and cheerful and has now started to slide about"

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Nash, W.W.

Head and shoulders studio portrait of W.W. Nash seen looking at camera.

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McEwen, Louise.

Upper body studio portrait of Louise McEwen seen slightly in profile and wearing a high-collar top with leg of mutton sleeves.

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McDonald, Zella Dexter.

Photograph of Zella Dexter McDonald posed for the camera seated, on the edge of a bed. She is seen in what may be Romani inspired dress and is wearing multiple bracelets and necklaces.

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McDonald, Zella Dexter.

Studio portrait of Zella Dexter McDonald. Seen standing, she is wearing a hat, gloves and has a fur scarf around her shoulders.

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McDonald, Zella Dexter

Photograph of Zella Dexter McDonald posed for the camera with left hand at back of head, on the edge of a bed. She is seen in what may be Romani inspired dress and is wearing multiple bracelets and necklaces.

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McDonald, Dexter

Studio portrait of Dexter McDonald dressed in a school uniform with a workbook on his lap. He is seen seated in a chair, with ankles crossed, looking at the camera.

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Many meetings

Many meetings

Letter from Jacob Anthes to his parents, Martin and Catharine providing an update about his health and preaching activities. Anthes notes that he's unwell following extensive speaking engagements and travelling in snowy conditions, on roads in poor condition. He notes that several people in Port Elgin are sick with typhoid and comments that Old Bricker is unwell. Anthes also notes that Brother Busch is sick and struggling with building the new preacher’s home, and offers brief updates about visits from J. Schneider and Brother Umbach. Also included are comments about the weather and questions about various people, likely friends and family.

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Mae.

Upper body studio portrait of Mae [?] seen in partial profile.

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Long-awaited letter

Long-awaited letter

Letter from Jacob Anthes to his parents, Martin and Catharine in response to a letter from them dated May 18. After wondering if their letter was misplaced because it took longer than expected to arrive, he provides an update about the family's living situation indicating that his wife, Magdalena, is liking things better. He explains they will be moving into a home vacated by Brother Fink once it has been whitewashed and improved by Brother Wigand. Anthes notes he is so busy preaching and visiting families that he has to do all of his studying and writing at night. The remainder of the letter consists of requests to pass on well wishes to family and friends.

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Lola.

Upper body studio portrait of Lola [?] seen looking at camera.

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Letter concerning child care

Letter concerning child care

Letter from S. Braun to 'Father Anthes' regarding a mother and child they are seeking to assist. Letter makes mention of streets that are "barely passable" due to deep snow.

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Leaving a child behind

Leaving a child behind

Letter from Jacob Anthes to his parents, Martin and Catharine regarding trips to Carrick and Southhampton that daughter Sarah missed out on due to a lung infection. Makes reference to son Martin's reaction to boats full of fish and the family's plans to acquire late apples.

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Laureen.

Upper body studio portrait of Laureen [?] seen looking off camera.

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Kaufman, Emma Ratz.

Head and body studio portrait of Emma Kaufman seen looking off camera in a white dress and standing with hands at front.

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Kaufman, Emma

Studio portrait of Emma Kaufman as a young adult, seen looking at camera with slight smile.

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I will see that the cow is fetched

I will see that the cow is fetched

Undated letter from Jacob Anthes indicating he will ensure a cow is fetched as soon as possible. Letter also asks about Johann's marriage and makes mention Wilhelm being a "fine fellow" acting in a "truly brotherly way".

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Household economics and building a church

Household economics and building a church

Letter from Jacob Anthes to his parents, Martin and Catharine. He shares that everyone with the exception of Sara is healthy, but that she's still going to school. He says the family is in good spirits and are speaking English well. Martha is noted as having a difficult time knowing how to cook and that until they got some new potatoes she had been relying on bread and coffee, though Anthes emphasizes that they're still better off than many others. He provides updates about the prices for various crop yields explaining that the buyers are still figuring out how things should work and that he'll rely on credit if need be to get by. Martin and Catherine are also provided updates about the building Jacob is working that is described as 42x50 with arched windows and a small tower. He concludes by noting the help of S. Eby and Mr. Gilger before asking asking Wolf is getting along.

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Hoffman, Leona.

Studio portrait of Leona Hoffman seen looking at the camera and seated in a wicker chair. She is wearing a hat and a high-collar dress with slight leg of mutton sleeves.

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Hall, Jennie.

Head and shoulder studio portrait of Jennie Hall seen looking at camera and wearing a high-collar top with leg of mutton sleeves.

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Financial concerns

Financial concerns

Letter from Jacob Anthes to his parents, Martin and Catharine, in response to a latter received from them on November 30th. Anthes makes note of the winter conditions in Carrick and that he will be preaching at two different locations on Sunday. He also shares his opinion about financial contributions toward paying off church debts, indicating he thinks the Anthes families have contributed enough given his extensive travelling and related expenses the past two years.

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Fatal accident

Fatal accident

Letter from Jacob Anthes to his parents, Martin and Catharine. Anthes begins by sharing that the family has returned home safely but that he's still having bouts of illness, though less severe than before. In addition to updates about preaching activities, he tells of the death of Thede, who succumbed to injuries suffered being run over by an oxen-driven wagon. He concludes by sharing news of the summer harvest, indicating that several families will be struggling to make ends meet due to mildew drying up the wheat crops.

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Ewald and Anthes letters

Ewald and Anthes letters

Letter from Jacob Anthes to his parents, Martin and Catharine. Includes message from Daniel Ewald. Ewald reports about the success of assemblies, making mention of people seeking blessings and families who have converted including the Davids, the Cress', the Beckers, the Schneiders, Büschlens, Deuners and Detweilers. He comments about the good work of Brother Moyer, Brother Jacob, and Brother S. Eby. Before signing off he shares that his wife recently gave birth to a daughter and that he will be travelling to Cleveland.

Anthes' shares that he is one again in good health and that the doctor said he'd "improved beyond all expectations". He notes however that he has to be careful and can't preach, but that he has led a prayer assembly and has occasionally given the Invitation. He gives thanks to the prayer of his Brothers and Sisters in Christ as the reason for his recovery. Anthes also offers updates about various families and people including the Schwedenborgians, Brother M. Weber, Brother Mayer and Brother Umbach. He asks that his parents pass on well wishes to Brother Meyer, J. Wolfs, the Anthes, the Meyers and "all the Brothers and Sisters."

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Ella.

Upper body studio portrait of Ella [?] seen looking off camera.

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Edkins, Lucy.

Studio portrait of Lucy Edkins seen standing and looking slightly off camera. She is wearing a hat, lace adorned top and a fur scarf across shoulders.

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Edkins, Lucy.

Studio portrait of Lucy Edkins seen standing and looking slightly off camera. She is wearing a hat, lace adorned top and a fur scarf across shoulders.

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[Edith?].

Upper body studio portrait of an unidentified woman seen looking off camera with left hand at chin.

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Death and a burial

Death and a burial

Letter from Jacob Anthes to his parents, Martin and Catharine, regarding the death and burial of Brother J. Kastner.

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Cows in the Grand River.

Scenic view of the Grand River with cows crossing through the water to a partially submerged patch of land in the middle of the water.

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Clarke, Hugh and Evelyn.

Full length studio portrait of Hugh and Evelyn Clarke, the children of May Wing, seen looking at camera. Hugh is seen seated on a side table, holding hands with Evelyn who is standing at right.

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Breithaupt, Carrie.

Head and shoulders studio portrait of Carrie Briethaupt seen looking slightly off camera that likely belonged to Martha Rieder.

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Autumn apples

Autumn apples

Letter from Jacob Anthes to his parents, Martin and Catharine Anthes. He begins by saying that he's feeling healthier and that the fall weather has been beautiful. After mentioning a visit by Wagenast and his wife, and fish sent with them as gifts, he provides suggestions for transporting and selling apples, sharing that he's pleased with the barrel yielded from his garden.

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Assemblies and conversions

Assemblies and conversions

Letter from Jacob Anthes to his parents, Martin and Catharine. He details his success converting several heads of local families, some of whom are identified by name, despite the efforts of a [Lutheran?] pastor to prevent their departure from their former beliefs. Anthes explains that he has fallen ill from the exertion of hosting repeated assemblies and that the snowy weather is preventing him from travelling to hold yet another assembly. Prior to signing off he notes that son Martin's arm was burned by a cup of hot tea and that Brother Umbach’s Märthe may be visiting in early March.

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Apple bushels

Apple bushels

Letter from Jacob Anthes to his parents, Martin and Catharine, regarding the shipment and selling of bushels of apples. Anthes makes reference to a trip he took with Brother Miller to transport an almost too heavy load of apples and shares his wishes for how they are to be sold and distributed, and at what price.

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Anthes, Martha and Ella.

Photograph of Martha and Ella Anthes standing arm in arm in a tree line yard. Both are wearing white dresses and seen from the waist up, looking at the camera.

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Anthes, Lydia and daughters.

Studio portrait of Lydia Anthes with daughters Ella Cook, Martha Rieder, Louisa Breithaupt and Carrie Breithaupt. Ella and Martha are seen standing, with Louisa and Carrie seated on either side of Lydia. Only Lydia and Louisa are looking toward the camera.

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Anthes, Lydia and daughters.

Studio portrait of Lydia Anthes (centre) with daughters (left to right) Carrie Breithaupt, Martha Rieder, Ella Cook, and Louisa Breithaupt. Only Martha and Ella are seen looking toward camera.

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Anthes, Lydia and daughters.

Two copies of a studio portrait of Lydia Anthes with daughters Louisa Breithaupt, Ella Cook, Martha Rieder and Carrie Breithaupt. Louisa and Ella are seen standing, with Lydia, Martha and Carrie seated at front. Only Ella, Lydia and Carrie are looking toward the camera.

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Anthes, Louisa, Ella and J.I. Frank.

Photograph of (left to right) Louisa, Ella and J.I. Frank Anthes seated and kneeling in a tree filled yard. Louisa is seated with Ella kneeling at her side. Both are seen looking at the camera. Frank is seated at right using an instrument on Louisa's upturned hand [possibly reading her palm?]. Frank is dressed in a suit and bowler hat and Lydia and Ella are wearing high-collared dresses with leg of mutton sleeves.

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Anthes, Louisa and Marie [?].

Upper body studio portrait of Lydia Louisa Anthes and Marie [?]. Louisa is seen looking off camera, while Marie is looking directly at it. Both are dressed in high-collared dresses with leg of mutton sleeves.

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Anthes, Louisa and friend.

Portrait of Louisa Anthes and an unidentified friend smiling and looking off camera. Both are wearing fancy hats and high-collared tops with leg of mutton sleeves.

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Anthes, Louisa and friend.

Studio portrait of Louisa Anthes with unidentified friend looking at the camera, dressed in fancy hats and cool weather, collared jackets.

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Anthes, Louisa and friend.

Studio portrait Louisa Anthes and unidentified friend seated, side by side and looking off camera. Both are wearing high-collared tops with slight leg of mutton sleeves.

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Anthes, Louisa.

Photograph of Louisa Anthes seated in a yard, looking over at camera, while working on [embroidery?].

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Anthes, John S., Lydia and Ella.

Two copies of a full body studio portrait of (left to right) John S. Anthes, Ella Cook and Lydia Anthes. John is seen in partial profile, seated in an ornately carved arm chair. Ella and Lydia are seen standing next to John, looking at the camera with arms crossed at each other's back.

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Anthes, John S. family.

Postcard photograph of the extended Anthes family at an outdoor gathering in a park. Included in the group is Talmon Rieder (standing, third from left), Martha Rieder (standing, sixth from right), Cyrena and John Isaac Anthes (standing, third and fourth from right), John S. Anthes (standing, far right) and Lydia Catherine Anthes (seated, second from at right in black).

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Anthes, John S. family.

Studio portrait of John S. (seated left) and Lydia Anthes (seated right) with their children. Ella and Martha are seen posed between their parents with siblings (left to right) John, Louisa, and Carrie standing at back.

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