Record Source: University of Pennsylvania / Form: Codices (bound manuscripts) - Philadelphia Area Archives Search Results

Joshua Allen commonplace book, 1749-1762 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 volume (+ 2 leaves)
Abstract:: Commonplace book spanning the years from 1749 to 1762 kept by Reverand Joshua Allen of Pembrokeshire, Wales. The volume comprises excerpts from the Bible, theological writings, and philosophy in addition to copies of personal correspndence.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]

Library catalog Québec, Canada, circa 1880 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 volume (+ 3 leaves)
Abstract:: Volume comprising an inventory of a personal library probably from Québec, Canada, circa 1880. The works listed in the volume concern the history and exploration of Canada and North America.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]

William Fenney recipe and receipt book, 1803-1830 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 volume
Abstract:: A volume comprising recipes and receipts of payment records kept by William Fenney spanning the years from 1803-1830.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]

Pythagoras Boyd recipe book for dyes and dyeing, circa 1860-1865 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 volume (+ 2 leaves)
Abstract:: A volume comprised of formulas for dyes and dyeing textiles written by print works chemist Pythagoras Boyd between the years 1860 to 1865.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]

A catalogue of the library of the United Service Museum : Middle Scotland Yard, London, 1836-1841 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 volume
Abstract:: A printed library catalog with interleaved blanks is the house copy of the United Service Museum as part of the Royal United Service Institution. The volume has copious annotated bibliographic entries on the printed pages and interleaved blanks to accommodate additions to the library. The volume was in use from the years 1836 to 1841

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]

Address book Norfolk, England, circa 1836-1848 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 volume
Abstract:: An address book possibly owned by Robert Fellowes of Shotesham Hall, Norfolk, England spanning the years from circa 1836 to 1848.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]

Lord Charles Townshend inventory, 1829-1834 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 volume
Abstract:: A volume containing the inventory of one of Lord and Lady Charles Townshend's homes either Cavendish Square or Raynham Hill. The inventory spans the years from 1829 to 1834.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]

Recipe book, 1815-1842 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 volume
Abstract:: An oblong volume comprising culinary, medicinal, and household recipes by and unknown compiler who probably lived in Derbyshire, England. The recipes were written between the years 1815 and 1842.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]

The Dimbula Valley (Ceylon) Tea Company register of members, 1896-1930 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 volume
Abstract:: Oversize pre-printed shareholders register for the Dimbula Valley (Ceylon) Tea Company spanning the years from 1896 to 1930.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]

George Hugh Digby library catalog, circa 1859 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 volume
Abstract:: A volume comprising the library catalog of George Digby Hugh written approximately in 1859. The catalog was probably compiled by Digby's father or a family member since it predates Digby's birth. A notation on the verso of the first endpaper states the volume was purchased at the sale of Digby's library in 1920.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]

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