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Vaux Family papers, 1708-1995 (inclusive) 1912-1932 (bulk)

Extent:
12.5 linear ft. (24 boxes and 2 rolled documents in 1 tube)
Abstract:
The Vaux family was deeply involved with Quaker and Native American affairs throughout much of the 19th and early 20th centuries. George Vaux, Sr. was involved in Quaker activity through the Philadelphia Yearly Meeting and other Quaker meetings throughout the world (including Antigua and London). Both George Vaux, Jr. and Mary Morris Vaux Walcott, his sister, served as commissioners for the U.S. Board of Indian Commissioners. This organization was established by the United States Congress in 1869 to watch over federal policies regarding Native Americans and to make certain that treaty obligations were fulfilled, especially in reference to supply deliveries. George Vaux, III also worked as the treasurer of the Indian Committee of the Philadelphia Yearly Meeting. Within the collection are letters, reports, photographs, land surveys, and administrative records. This collection may be of special interest to researchers who are studying both the history and recent state of affairs of...(see more)

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

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Sarah Cooper Tatum Hilles family papers, 1840-1882 1791-1930 (inclusive) 1840-1882 (bulk)

Extent:
2.75 linear ft. (11 boxes)
Abstract:
The Sarah Cooper Tatum Hilles family papers house the correspondence of a Quaker family who lived in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Woodbury, New Jersey; Wilmington, Delaware; and other surrounding areas from approximately 1840 to 1882. A majority of the letters were written to or by Sarah Cooper Tatum Hilles; her husband, John Smith Hilles; and other Tatum or Hilles family members. There is a small sampling of assorted family papers, dating from 1825 to 1901. Included, among other items, are school report cards of William Samuel Hilles from Haverford College and an 1834 memoir of Anne Cooper Tatum, Sarah Hilles' mother. In addition, there are deeds to properties owned by the Hilles family in Delaware, New Jersey, Illinois and Pennsylvania from 1791 to 1886.

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Cope family financial records, 1789-1883 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.4 linear ft. (4 volumes)
Abstract:
The Cope family's financial records include an account book, a Pennsylvania bank account book, and two family cash books. The collection includes both business and personal financial records.

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

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James & Drinker account book, 1757-1802 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.08 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
The account book for doctors James and Drinker records payments made and received. Payments were often made in bonds or cash.

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

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Elizabeth Hooton receipt books, 1794-1818 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.12 linear ft. (3 volumes)
Abstract:
Entries in Elizabeth Hooton's receipt books include payments made by Hooton, who they were paid to, and for what. The majority of expenses recorded in the volumes are payments for rent, monthly washing, and yearly taxes.

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

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Josiah W. Leeds account books, 1877-1894 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.25 linear ft. (3 volumes)
Abstract:
The account books of Josiah W. Leeds record the publication account of various books written by Leeds and others. Each volume records the number of volumes purchased, who they were sold to, or how they were distributed, and the price each volume was sold for, for each title. At the back of each volume are clippings of book reviews for the titles accounted for in the volume.

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Morris family financial records, 1794-1943 (inclusive)

Extent:
3.25 linear ft. (54 volumes)
Abstract:
The Morris family financial records include account books, trustee accounts, and receipt books. Volumes generally record deposits, withdrawals for payments for goods and services, and account balances.

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

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Ann Pancoast account book, 1806-1809 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.04 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
The account book of Ann Pancoast records deposits, withdrawals for payments for goods and services, and account balances.

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

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Josiah Philbrook account book, 1856-1858 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.17 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
This collection is comprised of the single volume account book of Josiah Philbrook. A note on the inside cover reads: "This Book belongs to South China Mechanics Association." The first section is organized by two columns: Expenditures and Receipts. The remainder of the volume is organized alphabetically by names of individuals.

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

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Henry Hale G. Sharpless financial records, 1851-1852 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.12 linear ft. (2 volumes)
Abstract:
The pocket-sized account books of Henry Hale G. Sharpless track Sharpless's purchases, money owed to various individuals, and amounts paid during his travels, such as for stays at inns and hotels, train tickets, and boat fare.

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Joseph Smith account book, 1771-1795 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.15 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
The personal account book of Joseph Smith includes an account of John Smith's estate, and Joseph Smith's personal accounts, including records of deposits, withdrawals for payments for goods and services, and account balances.

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Whitall family financial records, 1849-1913 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.83 linear ft. (12 volumes)
Abstract:
This collection is comprised of the financial records of the Whitall family: Israel Franklin Whitall, J.F. Whitall, Mary C. Whitall, John Mickle Whitall. The volumes of account books generally record deposits, withdrawals for payments for goods and services, and account balances.

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John Hough estate account book, 1807 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.02 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
The estate book of John Hough provides an inventory of Hough's "goods and chattels" and the individuals who inherited portions of the estate. The items included in the inventory range were home goods, like furniture and cookware; farm equipment, like plows; and livestock.

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Isaac Collins financial records, 1774-1776

Extent:
.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:
Isaac Collins (1746-1817) was a printer, publisher, and bookseller and merchant.This collection is comprised of the financial records of Isaac Collins, and includes handwritten receipts of payments, and Samuel Allinson's account with Isaac Collins.

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

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Daniel B. Smith financial record, 1852-1853 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.16 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
The ledger of S.P. & Co., for which Dainel B. Smith was the trustee, records stock accounts, bills receivable, mortgages, bills payable, and cash balances, as well as the accounts of individuals with S.P. & Co.

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

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