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Philip W. Smith Papers, 1906-1981 (inclusive)

Extent:

2 linear ft. (4 boxes)

Abstract:

Philip W. Smith (1889-1981) was a Quaker dairyman from Bucks County, Pennsylvania, who was active in Russian concerns and a prominent peace activist. In 1925-1926, he spent two years on a collective farm in Russia, and in later life he traveled extensively for peace causes. He was a member of Buckingham Monthly Meeting. This collection contains his correspondence, several journals and day books, photographs, writings on Russia, dairy farm records, and information on various groups he was involved with.

Held at: Friends Historical Library of Swarthmore College [Contact Us]