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Edward James McCarthy, O.S.A., records, 1971-1996 (inclusive)

Extent:
1 linear feet ((2 manuscript boxes))
Abstract:
The Edward J. McCarthy records consists of administrative records, correspondence, and reports of McCarthy's tenure as President of Villanova University mainl between 1971-1976.

Held at: Villanova University Archives [Contact Us]

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Occasional Outside Groups records, 1901-2009 (bulk)

Extent:
10.0 linear feet
Abstract:
The collection is comprised of programs, planning and research materials related to non-Villanova organizations or people who conducted events and activities on campus. Of particular note, the collection includes research material from Kyle Keiderling's work on The Perfect Game.

Held at: Villanova University Archives [Contact Us]

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Obstetrical Society of Philadelphia records, 1868-2015 (inclusive)

Extent:
29.0 linear feet (39 document boxes, 10 record cartons, 5 flat boxes)
Abstract:
The Obstetrical Society of Philadelphia was founded in 1868 by Dr. Albert Holmes Smith and nine area doctors. The organization was created for those in the medical profession who were interested in the "diseases and problems particular to women." This collection contains the business records of the Obstetrical Society of Philadelphia from 1868-2015. These files contain administrative records relating to meetings, financial records, newsletters published by the Obstetrical Society, continuing medical education efforts, patient records from an Obstetrical Society committee’s study of pelvic cancer, and recordings of meetings and events

Held at: Drexel University: College of Medicine Legacy Center [Contact Us]

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Anne Cummings collection, 1991-1997 (inclusive)

Extent:
3.0 linear feet (6 boxes)
Abstract:
Materials related to Anne Cummings, M.D., particularly student notes and curriculum materials from her time as a student at the Medical College of Pennsylvania [1991-1997].

Held at: Drexel University: College of Medicine Legacy Center [Contact Us]

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Marion Spencer Fay Papers, 1946-1975 (bulk) 1925-1975 (inclusive)

Extent:
1.9 linear feet
Abstract:
Marion Spencer Fay (1898-1990) served as dean and president of the Woman's Medical College of Pennsylvania from 1943 to 1963 and promoted the recruitment of, education for, and recognition of women physicians. This collection includes the texts of many of Dr. Fay's speeches as well as a selection of professional and administrative papers from her time as dean and president of the Woman's Medical College of Pennsylvania.

Held at: Drexel University: College of Medicine Legacy Center [Contact Us]

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Blanche Fiscus Greaves papers, 1886-1955 (inclusive)

Extent:
1.0 linear feet (1 document box, 2 half-document boxes, 1 flat box.)
Abstract:
Blanche Fiscus Greaves (b.1869, d.1958) graduated in the class of 1895 at the Woman's Medical College of Pennsylvania. After attending medical school, she was employed at the Emergency Hospital, and was apparently the first female to serve on the staff of the Dorthea Dix Hospital and Woman's Hospital, all in Washington DC. She joined the staff of the Hospital of the Woman's Medical College in 1899 and apparently worked there until her retirement, practicing medicine for 40 years in Philadelphia. For a brief period, Greaves was appointed a temporary physician in the treatment of influenza and pneumonia during the epidemic in 1918. The collection materials span the years 1886-1955. The bulk of this collection is photographs, and primarily studio portraits. Some individuals in these photographs are identified but many are not. Some items of interest in this collection: a "Gem Album" of tintype portraits of young men and women (dated 1887), a portrait of Greaves posed next to a...(see more)

Held at: Drexel University: College of Medicine Legacy Center [Contact Us]

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