Organization: Swarthmore College / Year: <span class="from" data-blrl-begin="1850">1850</span> to <span class="to" data-blrl-end="1899">1899</span> - Philadelphia Area Archives Search Results

George B. Jackson (George Bement) Family Papers, 1694-1986 (inclusive)

Extent:: 2.5 linear ft. (6 boxes)
Abstract:: George B. Jackson, Swarthmore College Class of 1921, was a New York Quaker businessman. A member of New York Monthly Meeting, he was interested in family history and compiled the collection which contains farm daybooks of his great grandfather James M. Jackson of Quakertown and the memoirs of his grandfather, William Morris Jackson, Quaker businessman, reformer, and Trustee of Swarthmore College. The collection also contains genealogical information on the Jackson, Bacon, Chapin and Morris families, as well as personal correspondence and other papers.

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

Charles De Garmo Papers, 1891-1898 (inclusive)

Extent:: 2.5 linear ft. (5 boxes)
Abstract:: This collection contains the official correspondence and other related documents, of Charles De Garmo, fourth President of Swarthmore College (1891-1898).

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

William Hyde Appleton Papers, 1890-1891 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.21 linear ft. (1 box)
Abstract:: This collection contains correspondence, a notebook, and an organic chemistry examination from the papers of William Hyde Appleton, third President of Swarthmore College (1890-1891).

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

Somerville Literary Society Records, 1871-1978 (inclusive)

Extent:: 5.25 linear ft. (11 boxes)
Abstract:: The Somerville Literary Society was a women students' literary organization founded at Swarthmore College in 1871. The purposes of the organization were to discuss literature, strengthen the friendship between its members, and prepare them for the wider field of action and influence opening to women, according to the group's constitution. The collection contains the records of the Somerville Literary Society, including constitution, minutes, financial papers, writing, correspondence and material concerning the Lucretia Mott and Martha F. Tyson Scholarships

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

Eunomian Literary Society Records, 1872-1897 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1.5 linear ft. (3 boxes)
Abstract:: The Eunomian Literary Society was a men's debating and speaking club founded at Swarthmore College, Pa., in 1871. In 1913, the group merged with the Delphic Literary Society, forming the Athenaeum. Records include minutes from 1871 to May 1913. Also includes printed copies of the constitution and by-laws and correspondence from 1872 to 1900.

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

Phi Psi (Swarthmore College) Records, 1889-1986 (inclusive)

Extent:: 8 linear ft. (15 boxes)
Abstract:: Contains the records of Phi Kappa Psi, Phi Omicron Psi, and Phi Psi from 1889 to 1967, with gaps in some series. Now a local fraternity at Swarthmore College, Phi Psi began as Pennsylvania Kappa, a chapter of Phi Kappa Psi fraternity. Pennsylvania Kappa was established in 1889 and was a chapter of Phi Kappa Psi until 1963.

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

Kappa Alpha Theta, Alpha Beta Chapter (Swarthmore College) Records, 1890-1985 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.42 linear ft. (1 box)
Abstract:: This collection consists of primarily published materials, 1891-1933, relating to Kappa Alpha Theta, Alpha Beta Chapter, the first sorority to maintain a chapter at Swarthmore College. The Chapter was established in 1891 and laid down in 1933 when the College abolished sororities. Included are national publications of the fraternity, directories of Swarthmore chapter alumnae; an initiation certificate; and a photograph album.

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

Delta Upsilon (Swarthmore College Chapter) Records, 1894-1991 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.75 linear ft. (2 boxes)
Abstract:: Contains records of Delta Upsilon fraternity (Swarthmore College Chapter). Includes published and a small amount of manuscript materials, 1894-1991.

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

Swarthmore College Athletic Association Records, 1877-1926 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 linear ft. (2 boxes)
Abstract:: This collection contains records of the Swarthmore College Athletic Association (SCAA), a student organization that held various administrative responsibilities relating to men's athletics. It was founded in 1877 and dissolved ca. 1939. The collection also contains materials concerning the Athletic Advisory Committee, Athletic Committee, and Athletic Advisory Board, organizations that facilitated cooperation on athletic issues between the SCAA and alumni and faculty.

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

Swarthmore College Scrapbooks and Albums, 1870-1960 (inclusive)

Extent:: 18 linear ft.
Abstract:: Contains scrapbooks, autograph books, and albums compiled by Swarthmore College students, 1870-1960.

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

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