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Allen and Roberts Family papers, 1846-1931 (inclusive)

Extent:

1.25 linear ft. (5 boxes)

Abstract:

Primarily the letters of the interconnected Philadelphia-area Quaker families, Allen and Roberts, in the period 1846-1931. The a large potrion of letters were are from Sarah H. Roberts Allen, Susan Janney Allen, and Lillie Allen, as well as Lizzie Roberts, though there are a considerable number from Samuel Allen, inventor of some agricultural tools as well as the "flexible flyer" sled.

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