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Barclay letters, 1688-1794

Extent:
0.5 linear ft. (1 document box)
Abstract:
Primarily letters of Robert Barclay, a Quaker of the 18th and early 19th century, who established a brewery in England, on topics ranging from financial affairs and land transactions to personal matters.

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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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Staff Association records, 1960-2009 (inclusive) 1972-1989 (bulk)

Extent:
1.4 linear ft. (2 boxes)
Abstract:
This collection consists of the records of the Haverford College Staff Association and includes meeting minutes, memoranda, financial records, governance documents, and other materials created by and collected by the Association. The bulk of the materials in this collection date from the Staff Association's founding in 1971 to the late 1980s.

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Josiah H. Branson account book, 1860-1862 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.1 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
This account book records Josiah H. Branson's business transactions as a cobbler. Entries include the amount received and the work done, including making shoes, slippers, and boots; repairing shoes, slippers, and boots; and soling, heeling, and capping shoes and boots.

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Charles C. Cresson account book, 1837-1867 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.08 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
Charles C. Cresson's account book includes cash accounts for each year and tracks his income per year, "securities" (stocks, bonds, etc.), and expenses per year.

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Jacob R. Elfreth account book, 1877-1906 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.08 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
The account book of Jacob R. Elfreth, who served for many years as the treasurer of the Darby Preparative Meeting, includes names of members, their occupations, and cash balances for each member.

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Ann Haines financial records, 1837-1850 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.21 linear ft. (4 volumes)
Abstract:
This collection is comprised of the three volumes of account books for the trust fund of Ann Haines. The executor of the trust was Samuel B. Morris.

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