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Sarah Wistar Rhoads family papers, 1824-1930 1824-1963 (inclusive) 1824-1930 (bulk)

Extent:

4.75 linear ft. (19 boxes)

Abstract:

The Sarah Wistar Rhoads family papers indicate strong relationships and family ties that spanned the 19th and 20th centuries. Sarah Wistar Rhoads (1839-1920) married William Gibbons Rhoads (1838-1880) on November 28, 1866. At that time, the Rhoads, Gibbons and Wistar families began corresponding, the result being an outstanding collection illustrating family support, friendship and love. These papers include correspondence, financial records, diaries and journals, memorabilia, classwork and notes, copied poems, prayers, sermons and verses, memorials, genealogical research, Quaker material and photographs. Researchers interested in family papers and Quaker family dynamics, social life, and customs may find this collection extremely useful.

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

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George A. Barton papers, 1951

Extent:

.01 linear ft. (1 folder)

Abstract:

This collection is comprised of the two copies of the manuscripts of George Aaron Barton, as well as correspondence related to the collection.

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Sarah Cadbury papers, Undated.

Extent:

.1 linear ft. (2 folders)

Abstract:

This collection is comprised of the photocopied manuscript of "Letters from Slabtown Virginia," as well as a folder of the original, handwritten letters of Sarah Cadbury.

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John Henry Douglas papers, 1906-1933 (inclusive)

Extent:

.1 linear ft. (3 folders)

Abstract:

This collection is composed of three folders of typed transcripts of correspondence, manuscripts, and portrait photographs relating to John Henry Douglas (1832-1919).

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Errol T. Elliott papers, 1849-1966 (inclusive)

Extent:

.1 linear ft. (2 folders)

Abstract:

This collection is comprised of the photocopied letters and manuscripts of Errol T. Elliott.

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Charles Anderson Gould papers, 1946-1961 (inclusive)

Extent:

.1 linear ft. (3 folders)

Abstract:

This collection is comprised of the clippings, correspondence, and manuscripts of Charles Anderson Gould.

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Margaret Tinkcom collection on Friends Select School, 1961

Extent:

.2 linear ft. (4 folders)

Abstract:

This collection is comprised of the correspondence, manuscripts, and research notes concerning Tinkcom's research on the Friends Select School.

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Benjamin S. Jones papers, 1840, 1938-1948 (inclusive)

Extent:

.05 linear ft. (2 folders)

Abstract:

This collection contains correspondence related to the manuscripts of Benjamin Jones, as well as two of his typed manuscripts.

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James Wood papers, 1865-1921 1865-1964 (inclusive) 1865-1921 (bulk)

Extent:

10.75 linear ft. (21 boxes, 1 tube) and 21 containers and one rolled document

Abstract:

James Wood (1839-1925) was "interested in education, philanthropy, in the various branches of agriculture, in archaeology, history, Indian lore, anthropology, science, in prison reform and above all, in the Bible and religion," (ABS, 2). He was also a business man, serving as President of the Genesee Salt Company in Piffard, New York. The James Wood papers are divided into twelve series: "Biographical Material:" "Agriculture;" Business and Financial Material;" "Collected Quaker Material;" "Correspondence;" "Hugh Barbour Writings and Talks regarding James Wood;" "Journals;" "Organizations;" "Photographs and Albums;" "Political Involvement;" Prison Reform;" and lastly, "Writings by James Wood." This collection contains many materials, including correspondence, photographs, record books, awards, and printed material such as newspapers and pamphlets. Given Wood's heavy involvement in agriculture, this collection has high research value for those interested in farming methods, live stock...(see more)

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Frederick Creedy papers, 1949

Extent:

.01 linear ft. (2 folders)

Abstract:

This collection is comprised of the chapter synopses for Frederick Creedy's book, "The Plain Speaking of a Quaker Scientist," and a letter from Frederick Creedy to Samuel Cooper.

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