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Scrapbook, circa 1880-1933 (inclusive)

Extent:
1 volume(s) (0.25 linear foot)
Abstract:
Scrapbook created by an unnamed person comprising a small collection of works of art spanning the years from approximately 1880 to 1933

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

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Jewish Community Relations Council of Greater Philadelphia Records, 1920-2019 (inclusive) 1939-1995 (bulk)

Extent:
241.25 linear feet (193 boxes + 2 map folders)
Abstract:
The Jewish Community Relations Council of Greater Philadelphia (JCRC), founded in 1939 as the Philadelphia Anti-Defamation Council, offered a response to the rise of antisemitism in America. Since its inception, the JCRC has worked to advocate for and protect the Jewish Community in Philadelphia and promote the civil rights of all persons around the world. The JCRC records document the formation, administrative function, programs, activities, and the history and staff of the JCRC. The collection comprises organizational and administrative records; correspondence; reports; financial records; printed ephemera; press releases, kits, and clippings; research material; and audiovisual and photographic material.

Held at: Temple University Libraries: Special Collections Research Center [Contact Us]

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Nodnol: The Narrative of a Voyage for Scientific Investigation into the Antarctic Regions, the Discovery of Astrogee, a Second Satellite or New World, Resting on the South Pole of Our Earth, its Exploration, its Strange Fauna and Flora, its Marvellous Natural Phenomena, its Wonderful Nations of Civilized Quadrumana and its Glorious Population of Perfect Humanity, circa 1900 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.5 linear feet (1 volume; 279 pages + 17 drawings)
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Held at: Temple University Libraries: Special Collections Research Center [Contact Us]

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Cahiers de perspective de Alexandre Brun, 1870 (inclusive)

Extent:
2 volume(s) (+ 1 envelope)
Abstract:
Two notebooks dated 1870 written in French by Alexandre Brun comprising a treatise on perspective with several figures and drawings.

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

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Catharine Gould scrapbook, circa 1788-1829 (inclusive)

Extent:
1 volume(s) (+ 1 leaf)
Abstract:
Scrapbook created by Catharine Gould spanning the years from circa 1788-1829 comprised of carefully arranged clippings, images and collages.

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

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Samuel V. Rowe sketchbook, 1910-1921 (inclusive)

Extent:
1 box(es) (0.2 linear foot)
Abstract:
A sketchbook by Samuel V. Rowe comprising intricately patterned architectural designs for ceilings and walls in the Art Nouveau decorative style. The pencil drawings span the years from 1910 to 1921 and were created for Wunderlich Limited, Sydney, Australia.

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

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Robert Wojtowicz papers relating to Lewis and Sophia Mumford, 1925-1997 (inclusive) circa 1925-1997 (bulk)

Extent:
.2 linear feet (1 box)
Abstract:
The Robert Wojtowicz papers relating to Lewis and Sophia Mumford detail a close relationship that developed after Wojtowicz approached the Mumfords to assist him in his research for his doctoral dissertation entitled, "The Lewis Mumford decades: studies in architectural history, criticism, and urbanism, 1922-1962." Sophia Mumford admired Wojtowicz's literary style and believed he would be the best custodian of Lewis Mumford's legacy upon her death.

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

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Wilhelmina Wrixon recipe book, 1872-1924 (inclusive)

Extent:
1 volume(s)
Abstract:
This recipe book was created and compiled from 1872 through 1924 by Wilhelmina (Minnie) Wrixon (1838-1931), likely in both Ireland and England. It contains 67 culinary and household recipes and knitting patterns.

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

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