Letter from William H. W. Barnwell to wife Catherine Barnwell containing excerpts from the journal kept by him and his son, Robert, on their trip by barouche to Columbia, SC. Barnwell writes of passing out tracts and testimonials to travelers he passes including several groups of South Carolina soldiers returning from war in Florida. He notes the places they stop to eat and sleep and describes the countryside they traverse. At Columbia he describes meeting family members, including brother, Robert, and mentions Dr. Francis Lieber on a visit to Columbia College.
Letter from Joseph Walker Barnwell, in Gottingen, Germany, to mother, Catherine Osborn Barnwell, describing his recent trips to Hanover and Brunswick, Germany.
Robert Woodward Barnwell writes to father, William H. W. Barnwell, describing the difficulty of learning Hebrew during his studies in Erlangen, Germany, and discussing his plans for his final months in Europe.
Joseph Walker Barnwell, Gottingen, Germany, writes to unknown family member discussing the current political situations among the countries of Europe, including England, France, Germany, Austro-Hungary and Russia.
Printed pastoral letter from Bishop Christopher E. Gadsden to "Clergy and Laity of the Diocese of South Carolina" encouraging members to increase donations to support mission work domestically, nationally and abroad.
Letter from Joseph Walker Barnwell, Gottingen, Germany, to mother, Catherine Osborn Barnwell. Barnwell discusses South Carolina Reconstruction politics and the dissatisfaction with Governor Robert Scott, and details a day trip with fellow students to explore castle ruins along the Werre River southwest of Gottingen.
Joseph Walker Barnwell, Gottingen, Germany, writes to brother, Allard Belin Barnwell. Barnwell talks of how being in Europe has made him more of an "American" rather than a "Southerner" and discusses weekly social activities with his compatriots. He mentions the near universal editorial contempt for a recent magazine article by Harriet Beecher Stowe concerning Lord Byron and hopes a similar "justice" will one day fall on "Uncle Tom's Cabin." He also derides the antics of anti-Catholic preacher, John Cumming, and describes the curious wedding custom of smashing crockery and dinnerware at the door of the bride-to-be.
Letter from Joseph Walker Barnwell, Gottingen, Germany, to sister, Esther Hutson Barnwell, commenting on the business-like characteristic of German marriages, his taking weekly tea with the "Fraulein" landlady to improve his German, and the frankness of Germans in regard to personal matters.
Letter from Joseph Walker Barnwell, Gottingen, Germany, to sister, Mary Elliott Barnwell, with details of his instruction in German, a description of local ice skaters and an amusing comparison between the Beaufort newspaper and the London Times.
Letter from Edward Barnwell to mother, Catherine Osborn Barnwell, describing how illness has prevented him from sufficiently studying for his upcoming examinations. June, 1852.
Partial note, possibly from Robert Woodward Barnwell, to unknown recounting a recent unnamed battle. The author writes "such a sight as that field of slain I never dreamed of." ca. 1862.
Ann Barnwell writes to brother, William H. W. Barnwell, Charleston, describing her trip to Salt Sulphur and Red Sulphur Springs in (now) West Virginia. August 1, 1835.
Letter from Ann Barnwell, Beaufort, to sister-in-law Catherine Osborn Barnwell with updates about the health and whereabouts of friends and family. August 27, 1836.
Letter from Robert Woodward Barnwell, Andover, MA, to his mother, Catherine Osborn Barnwell, and younger siblings. Barnwell writes of his trip North and describes his reluctance in buying an expensive frock "knowing Papa's circumstances." October 6, 1846.
Letter from Catherine Jordan to Catherine Osborn Barnwell describing her boarding room in Charleston and her attempt to make it through the winter with a makeshift fireplace. January 23, 1871.
Newspaper account from The Meteor, "The Colonial Dames Supplement to the News and Courier", concerning Barnwell ancestor John Barnwell and events during the Tuscarora War in 1711-1712. April 6, 1895.
Letter from Edward Barnwell to mother and sister, both Catherine Osborn Barnwell. Barnwell describes the cuisine in France and the cessation of all work during meals and notes the success he is having in securing orders for cotton. August 3, 1857.
Partial letter from Robert Woodward Barnwell to mother, Catherine Osborn Barnwell, describing his travel through the German Rhineland. Barnwell writes of visiting the ducal palace of the House of Nassau in Biebrich and its elaborate greenhouses and gardens and describes visits to the spas of Wiesbaden and the tourist sites of Worms. April 22, 1854.
Letter from Robert Woodward Barnwell to mother, Catherine Osborn Barnwell, from Erlangen, Germany. Barnwell explains that he left the university in Berlin because of the high cost of living and that the university in Erlangen afforded him a better opportunity to learn Hebrew. Pictured on the stationery is a view of Erlangen that Barnwell has marked with the approximate location of his apartment there, a room over a tavern. April 27, 1855.
Letter from Edward Barnwell to father, William H. W. Barnwell, describing how the "thin nag" his father ridiculed had turned into a beautiful and well trained horse that he was able to sell for a profit. October 17, 1855.
Letter from Edward Barnwell to mother, Catherine Osborn Barnwell, while visiting France on business. Edward describes the French countryside and the wealthy "spinners" he has met while seeking purchasers for sea-island cotton and mentions seeing Napoleon III. 1857.
Letter from Robert Woodward Barnwell to father, William H. W. Barnwell describing his health, the state of food at the college commons and the study habits of his brother, Edward. May 29, 1850.
Letter from Capt. Edward Barnwell, Kean's Neck, to daughter, Catherine Osborn Barnwell, Charleston, SC, thanking her again for helping raise his daughter, Meta. April 22, 1837.
Letter from Capt. Edward Barnwell, Beaufort, to son-in-law William H. W. Barnwell, Charleston, expressing gratitude for the health of Barnwell's wife, Catherine, and the birth of a new grandson. December 7, 1840.
An analysis of a sermon preached by James H. Thornwell in Columbia, SC, by Robert Woodward Barnwell for his father, William H. W. Barnwell. November 16, 1848.
Letter from Robert Woodward Barnwell to mother, Catherine Osborn Barnwell, describing a delightful visit to Orangeburg, SC, en route to Columbia from Charleston. January 1, 1849.
Letter from Robert Woodward Barnwell to mother, Catherine Osborn Barnwell, finalizing his yearly expenses at South Carolina College and informing her of his plans to take friends with him when visiting Charleston for winter break. December 9, 1848.
Letter from Capt. Edward Barnwell, Cincinnati, to daughter, Catherine Osborn Barnwell, Charleston. Barnwell, with his daughter and son-in-law, is researching the business climates of several northern cities where his daughter and son-in-law might settle. August 21, 1848.
Letter from Robert Woodward Barnwell to mother, Catherine Osborn Barnwell, informing her that he is fully settled back at South Carolina College and lists some possessions left behind in Charleston, including several books he wants taken to the Apprentice's Library in Charleston. October 2, 1848.
Short letter from Robert Woodward Barnwell to mother, Catherine Osborn Barnwell, during a stop in Baltimore while en route home to Charleston. October 29, 1846.
Letter from Robert Woodward Barnwell to mother, Catherine Osborn Barnwell, describing his visits to White Sulphur Springs and Sweet Springs in Virginia (now WV). July 15, 1851.
Letter from Robert Woodward Barnwell to mother, Catherine Osborn Barnwell, describing his tour of Boston and meeting old friends of his father's. September 10, 1851.
Robert Woodward Barnwell writes to mother, Catherine Osborn Barnwell, halfway through his final examination at South Carolina College and gives his opinion regarding the competition for highest honors he is engaged in with James Rion. November 14, 1850.
Letter from Robert Woodward Barnwell to mother, Catherine Osborn Barnwell, on his desire to get a room by himself due to the interruptions of roommates. October 27, 1848.
Letter from Robert Woodward Barnwell, South Carolina College, inquiring about the health of his mother, Catherine Osborn Barnwell, and his newborn brother. November, 1848.
Letter from Robert Woodward Barnwell to father, William H. W. Barnwell. Barnwell writes about the improvement in his health since visiting White Sulphur Springs, requests more money to continue his travels and describes his desire to visit Salt Sulphur Springs. August 1, 1851.
Letter from Robert Woodward Barnwell to mother, Catherine Osborn Barnwell, describing his improved health after five weeks at White Sulphur Springs, Virginia (now WV). July 30, 1851.
Short letter from Edward Barnwell to mother, Catherine Osborn Barnwell, apologizing for being unable to send her things to Beaufort in a timely fashion due to his work at Mr. Hubert's counting house. May 4, 1854.
Short note from Edward Barnwell to mother, Catherine Osborn Barnwell, describing New York City and his plans to return home the following month. October 10, 1854.
Printed letter from William H. W. Barnwell to his congregation at St. Peter's Church, Charleston, thanking them for their contribution to the China mission of Bishop William Boone. November 1, 1851.
Marriage certificate for Allard Belin Barnwell and Selina McCarthy Graham, married in St. Paul's Church, Charleston, by Rev. Joseph R. Walker. June 17, 1873.
Rev. James H. Fowles writes to William H. W. Barnwell asking for him or another clergyman to "supply my pulpit" while he convalesces in Glenn Springs, SC. July 29, 1843.
Letter from Catherine Osborn Barnwell and children to husband William H. W. Barnwell, in Flat Rock, NC, with family news from Charleston. October 1, 1846.
Hetty H. Barnwell, Beaufort, writes to Catherine Osborn Barnwell, Coosawhatchie, about family news, including a recent wedding and its week of tea parties. August 22, 1832.
Letter from Robert Woodward Barnwell to mother, Catherine Osborn Barnwell, concerning changes in rooming arrangements and the opening of a new "commons" building at South Carolina College. He also mentions the admittance of an acquaintance or relative, "Stu", who was only narrowly accepted after poor entrance examinations that Barnwell attributes to "the dissimilarity of studies here & at Cambridge." March 9, 1848.
Short letter from Edward Barnwell, Charleston, to brother-in-law William H. W. Barnwell, Beaufort, about a request concerning saw mills and a search for manure. March 24, 1858.
Short letter from Edward Barnwell, Charleston, to brother-in-law William H. W. Barnwell, Beaufort, informing him of a purchase of cartwheels. December 22, 1853.
Letter from Elizabeth Barnwell Fuller, Beaufort, to brother William H. W. Barnwell, Charleston. Fuller writes of the death of a Rev. Lowrie in China, the work on a translation of the bible in Chinese by Bishop Boone and others, and local missionary work dedicated to religious instruction "for the negroes." She also hints of some tension between William and other clergy members and suggests that he be more conciliatory in his language. January 26, 1848.
Letter from Robert Woodward Barnwell to mother, Catherine Osborn Barnwell, concerning his high marks at South Carolina College, the success of his first speech in front of the Euphradian Society and a spirited discussion about temperance societies with Rev. James H. Thornwell. November 16, 1847.
Letter from Robert Woodward Barnwell, at South Carolina College, to mother, Catherine Osborn Barnwell. Barnwell describes his stopover in Charleston en route to Columbia after Christmas break, including his lengthy visit to a dentist. January 5, 1848.
An analysis of a sermon preached by James H. Thornwell in Columbia, SC, by Robert Woodward Barnwell for his father, William H. W. Barnwell. November 28, 1847.
Robert Woodward Barnwell writes to mother, Catherine Osborn Barnwell, about news at South Carolina College in Columbia. Barnwell writes of a hornblower on campus who is subject to suspension if caught, his preparation for his first speech in front of the Euphradian society and the eloquence of the Sunday sermons of Rev. James H. Thornwell. November 6, 1847.
Partial letter from Rev. W.W. Spear to William H. W. Barnwell expressing a desire to return to Charleston to preach and perhaps start an "independent press" directed at the "moderate & Calvinistic of our brethren." September 18, 1846.
William H. W. Barnwell writes to Catherine Barnwell from Beaufort describing details of his pulpit switching with various Episcopal reverends. August 11, 1847.
Letter from John Coles Singleton, Columbia SC, to daughters, Mary and Rebecca, Charlottesville, VA. Singleton writes of an elaborate ceremony honoring the Palmetto Regiment of South Carolina volunteers for their service in the Mexican War. (Mary Singleton would later wed Robert W. Barnwell). August 1, 1848.
Letter from Selina McCarthy Graham, Edingsville, SC, to Mary Elliott Barnwell, discussing her family's plan to plant some acreage on Edisto Island and the "disgusting society" of Edistonians. She makes fun of her neighbor in Edingsville, a classmate of Mary's, and alludes to the loss of Mary's house. December 4, 1870.
