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Rhoads Family papers, 1822-1955 (inclusive)

Extent:
1.25 linear ft. (3 boxes)
Abstract:
Nineteenth century letters and papers primarily of the Quaker Gibbons and Rhoads families, often relating to abolition and the Free Produce Association.

Held at: Haverford College Quaker & Special Collections [Contact Us]

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Theodore Brinton Hetzel papers and graphics, 1866-1987 (inclusive) 1930-1987 (bulk)

Extent:
13 linear ft. (26 boxes)
Abstract:
Theodore Hetzel (1906-1990) was a Quaker professor of engineering at Haverford College in Haverford, Pennsylvania, whose interests led him to involvement with Native American and Quaker issues. An avid photographer, the materials in this collection are primarily photographic, as well as correspondence and documents.

Held at: Haverford College Quaker & Special Collections [Contact Us]

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Mary R. Hopkins Papers, 1936-2002 (inclusive)

Extent:
7 linear ft. (14 boxes)
Abstract:
Mary Hopkins (b. 2928), Quaker social worker, lecturer, and feminist, wrote and spoke on the issue of women in the Quaker faith and community. Much of her research involved ancient religions and the ways that modern women can incorporate these ideas into their spiritual life. Hopkins gave lectures and slide shows to many groups. Her research and lectures led to a video series titled Woman and her Symbols. The collection includes letters and papers relating to her education and career as a social worker in Pennsylvania, art research, lectures, and Quaker projects. Her activities included Women's Caucus for Art, Friends General Conference, Friends Conference on Religion and Psychology, Philadelphia Yearly Meeting, and other Quaker groups.

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

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Darlington Family Papers, 1831-2012 (inclusive)

Extent:
28 linear ft. (57 boxes (and photographs))
Abstract:
This collection contains the papers of the Darlington family of Delaware County, Pennsylvania, and Woodstown, New Jersey. Quakers with strong ties to Swarthmore College, the family was involved in education, social and peace concerns, and businesses in the Philadelphia area. Charles J. Darlington (1894-1966) served as Clerk of Philadelphia Yearly Meeting of the Religious Society of Friends during the reunification of the two Philadelphia Yearly Meetings. The collection includes family correspondence relating to the Darlington, Shortlidge, Gause, and Palmer families as well as genealogical research and 20th century Quaker activities.

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

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Emma Cadbury papers, 1894-1963 (inclusive)

Extent:
.75 linear ft. ((2 boxes))
Abstract:
The papers of Emma Cadbury (1875-1965), a Quaker social worker, consist of correspondence, programs, essays, notebooks, and clippings. These papers were kept by Cadbury while attending Quaker Women's Yearly Meetings and summer schools at Haverford and Bryn Mawr Colleges and the George School (Pennsylvania), during the early 20th century.

Held at: Haverford College Quaker & Special Collections [Contact Us]

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Edith Forsythe Sharpless papers, 1910-1952 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.17 linear ft.
Abstract:
This collection includes correspondence from when Edith Forsythe Sharpless was a missionary in Japan, an artbook, a commonplace book, and teaching certificiates, among other materials.

Held at: Haverford College Quaker & Special Collections [Contact Us]

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Elizabeth A.W. Furnas Papers, 1928-1967 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.5 linear ft. (1 box)
Abstract:
Elizabeth A.W. (Betty) Furnas was an active member of the Society of Friends who served as a member of the Board of Pendle Hill and was a member of the Women's Problems Group of Philadelphia Yearly Meeting and its sucessor, Philadelphia Quaker Women. The collection includes minutes and correspondence, particularly of the latter, as well as published and unpublished writings and other material.

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

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Philadelphia Yearly Meeting Records: Friends' Workcamp Program (1942-2015), 1942-2015 (inclusive)

Extent:
9.5 linear ft. (19 boxes)
Abstract:
The Weekend Workcamps Program originated on the eve of World War II. It provides volunteers and opportunity to work in an inner city community, interact with neighbors, and dialog on peace and justice issues. Today the Friends' Workcamp Program operates under the auspices of Philadelphia Yearly Meeting's Standing Committee on Peace and Concerns. Records include minutes, reports, project files, correspondence, and other records from 1942 to the present.

Held at: Quaker Meeting Records at Haverford College Quaker & Special Collections and Friends Historical Library of Swarthmore College [Contact Us]

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William Morris Maier papers, 1935-1980 (inclusive)

Extent:
11.67 linear ft. (28 boxes)
Abstract:
William Morris Maier (1909-1982), a Haverford College graduate, was active in a wide variety of charitable organizations, especially those related to the Society of Friends. These papers consist of materials from his phlianthropic work with many organizations, including the Ludwick Institute, the Friends' Freedmen's Association, and the Emlen Institution.

Held at: Haverford College Quaker & Special Collections [Contact Us]

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