Scarce 1839 Book Transactions of the Historical & Philosophical Society of Ohio

Transactions of the Historical and Philosophical Society of Ohio Part Second Volume 1
 An original scarce antiquarian book titled: "Transactions of the Historical and Philosophical Society of Ohio V1, Part 2"" which is a book published in 1839 by Jacob Burnet. The rare book is a collection of historical and philosophical essays, articles, and papers presented at the meetings of the Historical and Philosophical Society of Ohio. The society was founded in 1831 and aimed to promote the study of history, philosophy, and science in the state of Ohio. The book is divided into two parts, with the second part containing the papers presented at the society's meetings in 1838 and 1839. The topics covered in the book include the history of Ohio, its natural resources, the Native American tribes that inhabited the region, and the early settlers who established the state. The book also includes essays on philosophy, including discussions on the nature of truth, the role of religion in society, and the importance of education. The authors of the papers included in the book were prominent members of the society, including lawyers, politicians, and scholars. Overall, ""Transactions of the Historical and Philosophical Society of Ohio V1, Part 2"" provides a fascinating insight into the intellectual and cultural life of Ohio in the mid-19th century. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Ohio, as well as for those interested in the history of philosophy and intellectual thought in America.Also Authored By James H. Perkins, James T. Worthington, And Arius Nye.



 

Publisher George Bradbury & Company 1839; Printers

334 pages/ 5' 1/2 x 8 1/2 inches

Inscription of first owner: Lyman W. Seeley; signed and dated in the year 1840

Lyman W. SEELY, D. D. was born in Scott county, Ky., November 21, 1814, but was raised in Lexington. He was educated at Transylvania University, and afterwards taught in the preparatory department of that institution. In 1834, he made a profession of religion, and was baptized by James Fishback, for the church of Christ on Mill Street, in Lexington. He was licensed to preach soon after his union with the church; but was not ordained for several years, on account of his being compelled to teach school to aid in supporting a widowed mother. He however, preached as opportunity was afforded. In 1840, he was elected professor of Latin in Georgetown college, but resigned the following year. In 1842, he was ordained to the pastorate of Mt. Vernon church, where he ministered ten years. In 1852, he moved to Maysville, where he taught a classical school about three years. During this period, he was pastor of the churches at Washington, Lewisburg and Flemingsburg, in Kentucky, and Aberdeen, in Ohio. In 1855, he accepted a call to High Street church in Baltimore, Md. While serving this church he was one of the four learned editors of the Christian Review. In 1857, he took charge of the second church in Richmond, Va., which he served seven years. After this he filled the chair of English in Hollin’s Institute, about two years, preaching to a neighboring church, meanwhile. Afterwards he was pastor of a church, a short time, in Fincastle county, Va. In 1867, he returned to Kentucky, after which he was pastor at different times, at Cane Run, in Fayette county, and Frankfort and Buck Run, in Franklin county. He was Private Secretary to Governor Leslie in 1873. In 1878, he became so nearly blind as to be unable to read. This, together with other bodily afflictions, has rendered him unable to engage in active labor, since that time.