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Handwritten letter from Toug Kaison to Dr. Stearns about a parcel containing gifts. Contains an embroidered shawl and blouse from Mr. Sun, father of the 2 Sun boys. Gifted to Stearns for his treatment of Sun's children. Also contains 2 pieces of…

Handwritten letter from Tsuyung Lee to Dr.Stearns about his experiences after leaving Andover. Had a good time visiting home in China, though it took some time for him to readjust to Chinese customs and manners. Expresses shame for not doing better…

Typed registered letter from S.H. Kan of the Nanyang Brothers Tobacco Company to Dr. Stearns, sent on behalf of Miss Kung. Contains a package, which was opened by the Custom House Inspector

Handwritten letter from Mary Sun sent to Mr. Stearns about her daily activities at the Northfield Seminary. Thanks Mr. Stearns for gift of 10 dollars. Takes a walk every day to make a 'point' which takes 40 minutes. Explains some days she has to…

Handwritten letter from [Tuyin] Chang sent to Dr. Stearns about the friendship between the two. Admires Stearns' interest in China and hopes that interest will continue. Hopes that China will continue to stand for fair and square dealings like the…

Handwritten letter from Tommy Lee sent to Dr. Stearns. Explains he is in New York City visiting friends for Christmas. Sent a separate packet which contains Chinese tobacco for Stearns' 'water pipe'. Included paper rolls to save matches. …

Typed letter from S.H. Lin sent to Dr. Stearns about the receipt of 3 gift packages containing 2 long chairs and 4 arm chairs. Requests Stearns make arrangments for delivery at Boston. Requests 1 long chair and 2 arm chairs be forwarded to Miss…

Typed letter from C.Y. Sun sent to Dr. Stearns. Included a letter sent and opened by mistake. Sent gifts to Stearns, Miss Clemons, and Miss Marjorie Stearns for Christmas. Sent two coats for his daughter Mary. Includes a consular invoice and bill…

Handwritten letter sent from C.C. Yu to Dr. Stearns. Thanks Stearns for the help and care before coming to Dummer Academy. Explains life at the academy is enjoyable and the work isn't too challenging, but enough to stay busy. Explains he is glad…

Typed letter from Dr. Stearns sent to Tom Sun. Expresses joy and relief at receiving Tom Sun's previous letter. Explains Stearns tried several ways to contact Sun during the war, but letters were either sent back or disappeared. Sent letters to…