Repository: Haverford College Quaker & Special Collections / Form: Diaries / Year: <span class="from" data-blrl-begin="1800">1800</span> to <span class="to" data-blrl-end="1849">1849</span> - Philadelphia Area Archives Search Results

Thomas Pim Cope diaries, 1800-1851 (inclusive)

Extent:: 3 linear ft. (11 volumes)
Abstract:: Cope was a Quaker merchant, founder of Cope family shipping business, and member of Philadelphia City Council and Pennsylvania legislature. His diary entries cover a variety of topics including weather, religious and personal reflection, business interests, family news, and discussions of international politics.

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Potts Family papers, 1804-1908 (inclusive) 1840-1880 (bulk)

Extent:: 1.5 linear ft. (3 boxes)
Abstract:: This collection includes materials from Joseph Kirkbride Potts, Mary Potts, Anna Potts, and Elizabeth Potts. and contains materials in five series: "Journalsand Diaries," "Commonplace Books," "Scrapbook and Photographs," "Estate of Joseph Potts," and "Miscellaneous Materials."

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Thomas Scantlebury diaries, 1771-1990 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.33 linear ft. (13 volumes, 4 foldered, 5 total folders)
Abstract:: Thomas Scantlebury's diaries describe his life in Bristol, England, particularly meetings attended, visits among Friends, business related news, and social calls.

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Thomas Lippincott journal, 1807

Extent:: 0.06 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:: Thomas Lippincott's diary entries describe his travel to attend Baltimore Yearly Meeting, attendance at weekly and monthly Quaker meetings, family news, and social visits with members of the Quaker community.

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John M. Rice diary, 1815-1867 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.13 linear ft. (1 volume, 1 folder)
Abstract:: John M. Rice's diary entries describe his voyages with the Navy, including information about the weather and caring for sick sailors. He appears to have been stationed near New Orleans, Louisiana, during the end of the War of 1812, and entries include news of military defeats during the war. Later entries describe his visit to family in Philadelphia and his attendance at social gatherings.

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Edward Bettle papers, 1824-1911 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.44 linear ft.
Abstract:: This collection contains papers of the Bettle family, primarily Edward and Jane Temple Bettle.

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Samuel McGrew papers, 1789-1861 (inclusive)

Extent:: .1 linear ft. (2 folders)
Abstract:: This collection is comprised of a handwritten copy of the the will of Samuel McGrew, and a single volume of his diary.

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Naomi and Rayner Kelsey papers, 1842, 1900-1952, undated (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.44 linear ft.
Abstract:: The papers include the correspondence of Rayner and Naomi Kelsey, a diary kept by Naomi Kelsey, sermons and talks of Rayner Kelsey, and a number of miscellaneous objects.

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Scattergood family papers, circa 1800-1876 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.2 linear ft.
Abstract:: Primarily the letters of the Quaker Scattergood family detailing daily life in the Philadelphia area and touching on issues of dress. There is a also a letter of Joseph Scattergood from Tunesassa, New York, telling of his work with Cornplanter's Native Americans. As well, there is a diary kept by Ann Sellers from 1853 to 1856 and a cookbook, circa 1800.

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William Canby diary and commonplace book, 1837-1839 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.1 linear ft. (1 box)
Abstract:: William Canby's diary details his two years (1837-1839) as a student at Haverford College including extracurriculars, academics, weather, and social excursions.

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