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Sarah Cresson diary, 1789-1829 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.06 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
Cresson was a Quaker minister who was born in Philadelphia and later moved to Haddonfield, New Jersey. The majority of her diary entries detail visits from traveling Quaker ministers, funerals of community members, and descriptions of Quaker meetings, including testimonies given. Many entries are composed solely of prayers to God, or exclamations of Sarah's religious conviction and her devotion to her God and the Quaker faith, while later entries tend to detail more earthly concerns, particularly Sarah's struggles with depression.

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

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Elizabeth Drinker diaries, 1758-1800 (inclusive)

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0.34 linear ft. (24 volumes)
Abstract:
Elizabeth was a colonial era Quaker and prolific journal writer. Elizabeth's diaries are composed of her personal reflections of the day-to-day life of a wealthy Quaker woman in colonial Philadelphia. The majority of Elizabeth's entries detail her daily life, including social calls with other Quaker families and individuals, the births, deaths, and marriages within her community, and attendance at, and descriptions of, weekly and monthly Quaker meetings. Elizabeth's description of events during the American Revolutionary War include general military events, as well as personal experiences during the war.

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

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Mary Howell Swett diary, 1797-1799 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.08 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
Diary of Mary Swett's religious visit to England in 1797. Entries describe her travel, attendance at meetings, and Quaker hosts in England.

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