12 10 3636 https://chinesestudents.andover.edu/files/original/a4eb4366c50d689992037d65ef597edd.jpg 0b614b84cbc71a32925d628345e41f93 https://chinesestudents.andover.edu/files/original/c3779c823985dd1d51eba968a19ab63e.jpg 62d6fa651fb9047c31fa1e124ebd1057 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Box 27 Folder 2 Tsai, Head of School (Stearns) Records Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Letter from Tsai Ting-kan to Dr. Stearns, January 20, 1927 Subject The topic of the resource Letter from Tsai Ting-kan to Dr. Stearns, January 20, 1927 Description An account of the resource Typed letter sent from Tsai Ting-Kan to Dr. Stearns. Sent a check for $9000 for the children's education. Provides instructions for cable message for receipt of check. Plans to send additional $6000. Recommends a short summer vacation to conserve funds. Questions if the children should attend summer school. Prefers children spend summer vacation in quiet place, not a resort or fast place. Recommends Stearns make arrangements for lodging and board during the summer and only provide spending money. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Tsai Ting-kan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Phillips Academy Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource January 20, 1927 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource All Rights Reserved By Phillips Academy Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Manuscripts. Correspondence. Relation A related resource Jen Hutung, Peking, China January.20, 1927 Dear Dr. Stearns, On the 15th I sent "by registered, post the Pirst Draft of a Check for $9000. To supplement that letter I wish to suggest that on receipt of the money you cable me thus: “Tsai-Tirig-kan. Peking. Races.” In the word Races. R. C. mean Received, A.E.S are the initials of your name. I wish to know as quick by as possible that the money reached, you safely. After receiving your cable I will forward, another Check for $6000. We, that is, you, myself, and the children, shall not worry for lack of money to carry them through school. As to funds for summer vacation, I suggest that they should have only a very short vacation, a week or two if their health will permit. What do you think about putting them to a summer school so as to hasten their studies? I believe the children will agree to this plan. If this is not feasible please make the best arrangement you can. I do not approve of any fashionable seaside resort or any fast places. A quiet country town or village near the sea or lake would suit them both. A place where they can be together and not spoilt by questions, able Society or Associates. What are your views? As to the amount for their summer experiences, I think it would be better for you to select a place and make the necessary arrangements about their board and lodging giving each of them only their spending or pocket money. Please think the matter over and let me know when you find time. With best wishes, Yours sincerely Tsai Ting Kan. Dr. Alfred E. Stearns Tsai Ting Kan https://chinesestudents.andover.edu/files/original/f8afe70eee7705c84fa2c80be2b25b87.jpg 56e8bf9549a79c5dcd0a1e80345d0723 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Box 27 Folder 2 Tsai, Head of School (Stearns) Records Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Letter from Dr. Alfred E. Stearns to Helen Tsai, February 18, 1927 Subject The topic of the resource Letter from Dr. Alfred E. Stearns to Helen Tsai, February 18, 1927 Description An account of the resource Typed letter sent from Dr. Alfred E. Stearns to Helen Tsai. Received letter from Helen's father. Reassures her that events in China are not as bad as the newspapers make out. Congratulates her on her excellent school report. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Dr. Alfred E. Stearns Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Phillips Academy Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource February 18, 1927 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource All Rights Reserved By Phillips Academy Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Manuscripts. Correspondence. Relation A related resource February 18, 1927 Miss Helen Tsai Whittier School Merrimac, Mass. Dear Helen: Thank you for your last nice note. If the roads get a bit better, I shall try to run over again soon. I had a long letter from your father only a few days ago and am simply passing on the good word to you, so that you may understand things in China are not quite so bad as the newspapers here try to make them out. Tram the contents of your father’s letter I gathered that he himself was not greatly concerned and not unduly anxious. Yes, the school report was an excellent one, and I congratulate you heartily on it. Yours most sincerely Dr. Alfred E. Stearns Helen Tsai https://chinesestudents.andover.edu/files/original/d95a2a259abf46ee6b10d66963ee755c.jpg d6442446690d75e55627ae183bbdbbc7 https://chinesestudents.andover.edu/files/original/86fa68885b53728a12be42355c4bc5bd.jpg 71eb6c8d3ec50908cfb2195405f80e62 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Box 27 Folder 2 Tsai, Head of School (Stearns) Records Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Letter from Helen Tsai to Dr. Stearns, Feb. 17, 1927 Subject The topic of the resource Letter from Helen Tsai to Dr. Stearns, Feb. 17, 1927 Description An account of the resource Handwritten letter sent from Helen Tsai to Dr. Stearns. Plans to cut out a picture of Stearns from a newspaper to send to her father. Asked if Stearns saw her report card. Sent a box of candy and toys to her younger siblings in China. Worried about family in China as she hasn't received a letter in 3 weeks. Sends well wishes. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Helen Tsai Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Phillips Academy Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Feb. 17, 1927 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource All Rights Reserved By Phillips Academy Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Manuscripts. Correspondence. Dr. Alfred E. Stearns Helen Tsai https://chinesestudents.andover.edu/files/original/b7a571c4b9de081181846f5ec649e0cc.jpg 791c2e5a5196fe711a0cdf70b4b74f2f Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Box 27 Folder 2 Tsai, Head of School (Stearns) Records Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Letter from Alfred Tsai to Dr. Alfred E. Stearns, February 14, 1927 Subject The topic of the resource Letter from Alfred Tsai to Dr. Alfred E. Stearns, February 14, 1927 Description An account of the resource Handwritten letter sent from Alfred Tsai to Dr. Alfred E. Stearns. Describes activities at school. Sent stationery order form and envelope. Asks for 2 dollars and the form sent as he doesn't have stationery. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Alfred Tsai Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Phillips Academy Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource February 14, 1927 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource All Rights Reserved By Phillips Academy Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Manuscripts. Correspondence. Alfred Tsai https://chinesestudents.andover.edu/files/original/603cee1062c7366a06dc8983c7930bfd.jpg eac29af2e4ea58ba54e4850b6db3bfbd Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Box 27 Folder 2 Tsai, Head of School (Stearns) Records Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Letter from Alfred Tsai to Dr. Alfred E. Stearns, Feb 11, 1927 Subject The topic of the resource Letter from Alfred Tsai to Dr. Alfred E. Stearns, Feb 11, 1927 Description An account of the resource Handwritten letter sent from Alfred Tsai to Dr. Alfred E. Stearns. Asks for two dollars for paper. Thanks Dr. Stearns for the $5.00 sent previously. Sent box of incorrect paper. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Alfred Tsai Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Phillips Academy Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Feb 11, 1927 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource All Rights Reserved By Phillips Academy Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Manuscripts. Correspondence. Alfred Tsai Dr. Alfred E. Stearns https://chinesestudents.andover.edu/files/original/43079d71cf33ed15dbcfe7ce7346f01b.jpg 00345e7e7c849783db7f86efeb685833 https://chinesestudents.andover.edu/files/original/b02ee1ee143d31d0d4171c3440010316.jpg beeb3d4aecd604c7bde5f9a0f822d078 https://chinesestudents.andover.edu/files/original/c549736aee2f9f8c2767c59418e7bfe1.jpg f5bee467812ca657155ccd90e4383cc8 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Box 27 Folder 2 Tsai, Head of School (Stearns) Records Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Letter from Gemma Hillard Nye to Dr. Stearns, February 8, 1927 Subject The topic of the resource Letter from Gemma Hillard Nye to Dr. Stearns, February 8, 1927 Description An account of the resource Handwritten letter sent from [Gemma] Hillard Nye to Dr. Stearns. Apologizes for the trouble caused. States the Filene bills have been adjusted. Thanks Stearns for sending the receipt vouchers. Offers to host Helen and Alfred during their spring vacation or anytime during the summer. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Gemma Hillard Nye Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Phillips Academy Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource February 8, 1927 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource All Rights Reserved By Phillips Academy Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Manuscripts. Correspondence. Dr. Alfred E. Stearns Gemma Hillard Nye https://chinesestudents.andover.edu/files/original/df5b942899434e7393dfbae4f66591de.jpg 691911d79017c7fc0b4c0e6e422a60d4 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Box 27 Folder 2 Tsai, Head of School (Stearns) Records Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Letter from Dr. Alfred E. Stearns to Mrs. Daniel B. Nye, February 10, 1927 Subject The topic of the resource Letter from Dr. Alfred E. Stearns to Mrs. Daniel B. Nye, February 10, 1927 Description An account of the resource Typed letter from Dr. Alfred E. Stearns to Gemma Hillard Nye (Mrs. Daniel B. Nye). Appreciates the note and explanation for the Filene bills. Plans to discuss spring vacation with Helen and Alfred. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Dr. Alfred E. Stearns Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Phillips Academy Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource February 10, 1927 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource All Rights Reserved By Phillips Academy Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Manuscripts. Correspondence. Relation A related resource February 10, 1927 Mrs. Daniel B. Nye Main Street / South Weymouth, Mass. My dear Mrs. Nye: Thank you for your note and the explanation about the Filene bills. I am glad that the matter has been adjusted satisfactorily to all concerned. I imagine that Helen and Alfred will be only too glad to Invest some of their spring vacation in your friendly home. So far, they have not discussed their vacation plans with me, though they have in the past hinted at the possibility of accepting an invitation from the Chinese Minister in Washington to pass part of their vacation with him end his wife. The next time I have occasion to see Helen, I will talk over possibilities with her. Very sincerely yours. Dr. Alfred E. Stearns Gemma Hillard Nye https://chinesestudents.andover.edu/files/original/54703f2002b08ef275279125d22f71d3.jpg 8ea92061010cc938506ed7fb5cfaf380 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Box 27 Folder 2 Tsai, Head of School (Stearns) Records Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Letter from Dr. Alfred E. Stearns to Alfred Tsai, February 8, 1927 Subject The topic of the resource Letter from Dr. Alfred E. Stearns to Alfred Tsai, February 8, 1927 Description An account of the resource Typed letter sent from Dr. Alfred E. Stearns to Alfred Tsai. Apologizes for the mistake in stationery paper. Directs Alfred to send him the incorrect box so the mistake can be fixed. Gives permission for visit to his sister in Merrimac trip, if school permits it and the trip can be made in the proper time. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Dr. Alfred E. Stearns Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Phillips Academy Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource February 8, 1927 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource All Rights Reserved By Phillips Academy Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Manuscripts. Correspondence. Relation A related resource February 8, 1927 Mr Alfred Tsai Stearns School Mont Vernon, N.H. Dear Alfred: I am very sorry to learn about the mistake in that writing paper. Please re-ship the box direct to me and I will check the matter up with the firm that made it and see if I can get you what you wish. I do not quite know how you can arrange to get to Merrimac on Washington’s Birthday, but, If you have an invitation from Mrs. Russell and can at the necessary permission from your own school, I have no objection to your going, provided the satisfactory railroad or other connections can be made to permit you to make the journey within the proper time limits. Very sincerely yours. Alfred Tsai Dr. Alfred E. Stearns https://chinesestudents.andover.edu/files/original/a2adedeecb1ff9f4f054017fda87d049.jpg 4e83e90902a0559808910974c84131a9 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Box 27 Folder 2 Tsai, Head of School (Stearns) Records Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Letter from Alfred P.K. Tsai to Dr. Alfred E. Stearns, February 8, 1927 Subject The topic of the resource Letter from Alfred P.K. Tsai to Dr. Alfred E. Stearns, February 8, 1927 Description An account of the resource Handwritten letter sent from Alfred P.K. Tsai to Dr. Alfred E. Stearns. Received incorrect stationery paper. Explains company spelled his initials wrong and sent lined paper. Request monthly allowance. Asks to see his sister on Washington's birthday. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Alfred P.K. Tsai Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Phillips Academy Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource February 8, 1927 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource All Rights Reserved By Phillips Academy Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Manuscripts. Correspondence. Alfred Tsai Dr. Alfred E. Stearns https://chinesestudents.andover.edu/files/original/e11d17664dac7d9df2a120946feb18de.jpg 97ef5ca21cba44f011c2030d400a88f5 https://chinesestudents.andover.edu/files/original/50b5260698c1254bae43a9a725cd3d01.jpg 0de0a9b6e9a432ff9cfc709cf929f42f Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Box 27 Folder 2 Tsai, Head of School (Stearns) Records Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Letter from Dr. Alfred E. Stearns to Admiral Tsai, Ting-kan, February 7, 1927 Subject The topic of the resource Letter from Dr. Alfred E. Stearns to Admiral Tsai, Ting-kan, February 7, 1927 Description An account of the resource Typed letter sent from Dr. Alfred E. Stearns to Admiral Tsa Ting-kan. Sent statements for children's accounts up to Jan. 18th. Paid Alfred's school bills. Offers to send receipts for expenditures. Thanks Tsai for the Christmas gift of embroidery. Asks for opinions on Helen's future schooling. Mentions 2-3 schools Helen can attend that are both traditional and modern. Will do his best to honor Tsai's wishes. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Dr. Alfred E. Stearns Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Phillips Academy Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource February 7, 1927 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource All Rights Reserved By Phillips Academy Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Manuscripts. Correspondence. Relation A related resource February 7, 1927 Admiral Tsai, Ting-kan 9 Ma Ta Jen Huting, East City Peking, China My dear Mr. Tsai: I am enclosing herewith statements of the accounts of Alfred and Helen up to January 18. Since these accounts were made out. I have received and paid the bill covering the second payment on Alfred’s school tuition, boxxd, room, etc., as well as incidentals, amounting in all to a little over $700.00. This means that both Helen and Alfred have balances on hand at present of approximately the same mounts. I have regularly filed receipts for expenditures made by me in behalf of my Chinese wards bat most of the parents concerned have not cared to have me send these on to them, I shall be glad to submit them to you if you so desire. I am afraid that I have neglected to express to you my great gratitude for your Christmas gift, which reached me through Mrs. Calhoun. I can assure you that I value it highly and that the beautiful embroidery will erelong find suitable and useful service in my home. May I also thank you for the Chinese picture which Helen presented to me several days ago, when I called at her school to see how she was getting along. This is especially pleasing to me, as I have always attached high value to the best Chinese art. I found Helen exceedingly well and seemingly happy and she was as interesed as ever in her work. Mrs. Russell spoke as enthusiastically as formerly of Helen’s spirit and progress. I am beginning to wonder about a suitable school for Helen for next year. The choice will be influenced somewhat by the question of the course to be pursued. First of all, I must know whether it is your intention for Helen to go on to college later or to take a general course that will be expected to round out her American education. Will you please advise me definitely on this point. I assume that you would desire a school where cultural and intellectual influences combine to create the wholesome kind of an atmosphere and contacts for a girl of Helen’s age end background. Frankly, such schools are somewhat difficult to find in America today, and they are much more expensive than they used to be. Modern changes have worked their influence on schools and colleges as well as on social life in general, and I am afraid not always for the best. I have in mind, however, two or three schools which I still feel stand high and which retain in lar-e measure the best of the old traditions without losing touch with modem progress. St. Mary’s School on the Hudson River in New York State has been constantly called to my attention by parents of my boys and even by some of my close college and school friends as being exceptionally fine. It is an Episcopal school, emphasizing outwardly the church coloring, but is broad and liberal in its ideals and possessed of an unusually strong and high grade faculty. From all I have heard of the school I am inclined to rank it among the very first. There are smaller schools that emphasize the cultural side rather than the intellectual, and there are others they make a pretty rigid business of preparing their pupils for the higher institutions. The enrollments, too, vary widely, and of course both the small and the large school have their special advantages and disadvantages. As it becomes necessary to register early at the best schools in order to be sure of gaining admission, may I ask you to write me very frankly as to your feelings and preferences. In general, the things that I am most anxious to know are whether Helen is to go on to college, whether a small or a large school is preferred, and whether the question of price should be carefully considered. My wish, of course, is only to carry out your desires in the matter, though I realize that the changes in conditions, which have to be faced today, are perhaps not so fully understood by you as they are by those of us who are on the ground. I frequently discuss with Minister Sze in Washington matters of this kind and shall be glad to do so and secure help in this instance if you so,desire. With kindest personal regards, believe me Very sincerely yours. Dr. Alfred E. Stearns Tsai Ting Kan