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Sarah Bulkeley commonplace book, 1797-1821 (inclusive)

Extent:

1 volume

Abstract:

A volume comprising poetry, excerpts, and quotations compiled by Sarah Bulkeley spanning the years from 1797 to 1821.

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

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Thomas Peachey recipe book, 1794-1824 (inclusive)

Extent:

1 volume (+ 1 booklet, 13 leaves)

Abstract:

A parchment covered volume comprising recipes for sauces, ketchups, and vinegars by Thomas Peachey spanning thirty years from 1794-1824.

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

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J. G. Reynolds receipt book, 1806-1833 (inclusive)

Extent:

1 volume

Abstract:

This volume spans the years from 1806 to 1833 and comprises the receipts of payments made by James G. Reynolds to various merchants, professionals, grocers, doctors, masons, and builders.

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

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Louisa K. Berry Hartley scrapbook, 1863 (inclusive)

Extent:

1 volume

Abstract:

This volume comprises the scrapbook of images, clippings, and memorabilia created by Louisa K. Berry Hartley in 1863.

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

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Commonplace book, 1798 (inclusive)

Extent:

1 volume

Abstract:

A volume containing a collection of copied excerpts and quotations chiefly regarding the history of Great Britain, Rome, and the Byzantine Empire. The codex is written on 180 numbered pages by an unknown compiler. "Extracts 1798" is written on the spine.

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

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Clement Acton Griscom photograph album, 1887 (inclusive)

Extent:

1 volume

Abstract:

A photograph album comprised of portrait photographs from the University of Pennsylvania class of 1887 compiled by Clement Acton Griscom.

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

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Recipe book, circa 1849-1892 (inclusive)

Extent:

1 volume (+ 4 leaves)

Abstract:

Volume comprising handwritten culinary recipes, household formulas, and medicinal remedies spanning the years from circa 1849 to 1892.

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

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Katherine Frances Hills diary, 1888-1890 (inclusive)

Extent:

1 volume

Abstract:

A paper-covered volume comprising the diary of Katherine Francis Hills spanning the years from 1888 to 1890. Her sporadic entries recorded summers in Folkstone England and her family life in Hastings and Westgate. Hills also described living in Switzerland in 1890.

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

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Notes upon lectures by Dr. Meigs, 1834 (inclusive)

Extent:

1 volume

Abstract:

Seven hand-sewn bifolia comprising a volume of lecture notes on obstetrics recorded by an unknown student from April to October 1834.

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Recipe book, 1877-1878 (inclusive)

Extent:

1 volume (+ 6 leaves)

Abstract:

Volume of culinary and medicinal recipes written by a young woman in the United States spanning from 1877-1878.

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