Shurtleff, Roswell, 1773-1861
Dates
- Existence: 1773 - 1861
Roswell Shurtleff was born on August 29, 1773, in Ellington, Connecticut. He graduated from Dartmouth College in 1799. From 1800 to 1804, Shurtleff was a tutor at the College, after which he began his study of divinity. After being ordained an evangelist in 1810, Shurtleff became the pastor of the Congregational Church at Dartmouth College, as well as College librarian. He began teaching at the College as professor of moral philosophy and political economy in 1827, a position he held until 1838, when he became professor emeritus. Shurtleff died on February 4, 1861, in Hanover, NH.
Found in 73 Collections and/or Records:
Roswell Shurtleff sermons
MS-1297
Collection
Identifier: MS-1297
Overview
Roswell Shurtleff (1773-1861), professor and pastor. Dartmouth College Class of 1799. The collection consists of sermons by Shurtleff.
Samuel C. Allen letter
Mss 811259
Collection
Identifier: Mss 811259
Scope and Contents
Letter from Samuel C. Allen of New Salem to Roswell Shurtleff informing him that he appreciates his courtesies to Allen's son.
Shurtleff memorandum
Mss 811263.1
Collection
Identifier: Mss 811263.1
Scope and Contents
Roswell Shurtleff memorandum of who preached on Sundays during April, June, July and August. Mr. Brisny to leave the College Church for a new church.
Shurtleff memorundum
Mss 811263.2
Collection
Identifier: Mss 811263.2
Scope and Contents
Roswell Shurtleff memorandum with a record of preaches during March, April, May, June, July and August.