Sermons, 1845-1884
Scope and Contents
Handwritten sermons written by Robert Nelson and used throughout his ministry career. Most are handbound with thread.On each sermon, he has noted the locations and dates when it was delivered. Locations include Lexington, Virginia; Buchanan, Virginia; Staunton, Virginia; St. Johns in Richmond, Virginia; Alexandria, Virginia; Shepherdstown, West Virginia; Green Mountain; Fork Church; Canton; Woodbury; Shanghai; and other locations in Asia and the United States.
Dates
- Creation: 1845-1884
Language of Materials
English Chinese
Conditions Governing Access:
Collection is open to all researchers. Manuscript collections and archival records may contain materials with sensitive or confidential information that is protected under federal or state right to privacy laws and regulations, such as the Virginia Public Records Act (Code of Virginia. § 42.1-76-91); and the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (Code of Virginia § 2.2-3705.5). Confidential material may include, but is not limited to, educational, medical, and personnel records. If sensitive material is found in this collection, please contact a staff member immediately. The disclosure of personally identifiable information pertaining to a living individual may have legal consequences for which the College of William and Mary assumes no responsibility.
Extent
From the Collection: 2.25 Linear Feet
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository