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Mariana Wright Chapman Family Papers, 1808-1983 (bulk: 1842-1911) (inclusive)

Extent:
3.25 linear ft. (7 boxes)
Abstract:
Mariana Wright Chapman was a prominant New York Quaker suffragist. The collection includes correspondence received while she was active in suffrage activities in New York State, 1893-1900, family letters, particularly between Mariana and her husband, Noah, and the correspondence of the Wrights, the Chapmans, and of her son, A.Wright Chapman. The collection also includes Mariana's journals from 1895-1900, that of Caroline Willets, 1842-1846, and as well as suffrage memorabilia, family copybooks and albums, and financial records, including an account book of the Manhasssett Association of Relief, 1861-1871.

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

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Friends Temperance Union (New York, N.Y.), 1876-1905 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.3 linear ft. (1 box)
Abstract:
Records of the Friends Temperance Union of New York, a Quaker organization which promoted abstinence from all alcohol. It was founded in 1876 and ceased to meet after 5/1898. Includes Minutes, Executive Committee minutes, a Treasurer's book, and miscellaneous papers.

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