Prisons and Prayer; Or, a Labor of LoveWheaton, Elizabeth Ryder
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Prisons and Prayer; Or, a Labor of Love
Wheaton, Elizabeth Ryder
Evangelistic work; Prisons
This will introduce to you Elizabeth Ryder Wheaton, a prison
evangelist, who comes to us very highly recommended.
She is desirous of holding service, or taking part, at least, in
the prison.
Any favors shown her will be appreciated by
FRED J. CLOSE, Private Sec'y.
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Dear Chase:
I have just come in, and take pleasure in endorsing the above
letter. I bespeak for this lady a full opportunity to address the
prisoners, as I have no doubt but that the service will be
productive of good.
Yours,
L. D. LEWELLING, Governor.
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Executive Office.
State of Idaho.
Boise City, Dec. 19, 1895.
To Whom It May Concern:
This will introduce Elizabeth Ryder Wheaton, a lady who is
devoted to prison work. Any favors shown her will be gratefully
appreciated.
Respectfully,
W. J. MCCONNELL, Governor.
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Executive Chamber.
Lincoln, Nebraska, Oct. 10, 1896.
Warden Leidigh:
My Dear L.:--
This will introduce to you Mrs. Elizabeth Ryder Wheaton, who is
interested in prison reform work and in visiting prisons for the
purpose of holding suitable services on the Sabbath day. Kindly
extend such courtesies as you can, and make the necessary
announcements so that she can conduct services in the chapel, and
much oblige,
Very truly yours,
SILAS A. HOLCOMB, Governor.
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Executive Chamber.
Carson City, Nevada, Dec. 13, 1902.
Mrs. Henderson:
Mrs. E. R. Wheaton, the bearer of this, desires to do some
charitable work at the prison and she desires to have services
there tomorrow, as Mr. Henderson is not there. She is coming down
with Mr. Harris and will explain her mission to you.
Yours truly,
R. SADLER, Governor.
PRISON OFFICIALS.
Sheriff's Office.
Suffolk County.
Boston, Oct. 24, 1885.
Mr. Bradley:
Let the bearer visit the jail and see any person she desires to.
J. B. O'BRIEN, Sheriff.
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North Carolina State Penitentiary.
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