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Paul Schrecker papers, 1921-1964 (inclusive)

Extent:

10 linear feet (11 boxes)

Abstract:

Paul Schrecker (1889-1963) was an Austrian-born philosopher and University of Pennsylvania professor who edited the works of Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz from 1929 to 1933 and Nicolas Malebranche from 1934 to 1940. This collection of his professional and personal papers consists of the teaching materials, correspondence, writing, and research materials accumulated throughout his career. This collection is of value to scholars interested in research on Enlightenment philosophers and the culture of 20th century academia.

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

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Mildred Darragh lecture notes, 1923-1928 (inclusive)

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0.4 linear feet

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These lecture notes were taken while Darragh was a student at Philadelphia General Hospital in the 1920s.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Barbara Bates Center for the Study of The History of Nursing [Contact Us]

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Lynn Marshall Case Papers, 1923-1977 (inclusive)

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6 cubic feet

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Held at: University of Pennsylvania: University Archives and Records Center [Contact Us]

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David Lion Drabkin Papers, 1925-1963 (inclusive)

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3 cubic feet

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Held at: University of Pennsylvania: University Archives and Records Center [Contact Us]

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Louis Craig Green papers, 1931 - 1980 (inclusive)

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2 linear ft. (2 boxes)

Abstract:

The collection consists of four distinct series, which contain documents pertaining to Haverford professor Louis Green's activity in academia. These include materials related to his research, consisting of his 1937 PhD. dissertation from Princeton University, his Solar and Stellar Pulsations book manuscript, calculations, and lab journals; student assignments and examinations; lecture notes; and materials related to Haverford College policies.

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

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Lewis Benson papers, 1932-1986 (inclusive)

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9.34 linear ft. (21 document boxes)

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The Lewis Benson Papers document the life and service of Lewis V. Benson (1906-1986), a Quaker and recorded minister of New York Yearly Meeting. His in-depth reading and study of the writings of 17th century Quakers gave him the venue to bring their message to a modern audience. He did this predominantly through his own writings and lectures.

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

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Edna LaPorte Strumpf papers, 1933-1991 (inclusive)

Extent:

0.75 linear feet

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Edna LaPorte Strumpf was an Army nurse during World War II, as well as a longtime nurse in Veterans Hospitals and a Red Cross volunteer. This collection consists predominantly of lecture notes and exams from the period of Edna Strumpf's attendance at Mt. Sinai Hospital Training School for Nurses in Philadelphia, from 1934-1937.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Barbara Bates Center for the Study of The History of Nursing [Contact Us]

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Harold J. Chance papers, 1938-1964 (inclusive)

Extent:

3.25 linear ft. (13 boxes)

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Harold J. Chance (1898-1975) worked for peace education through the American Friends Service Committee, the Peace Caravans, the Youth Section of the Emergency Peace Campaign, the Institute of International Relations, and the Friends Peace Service from 1934-1964. Included in the Harold Chance papers are correspondence, journals, writings, mailings, reports, and materials on the Friends Peace Service. Also included are Harold Haines Brinton's (1884-1973) lectures and course notes on topics such as history and religion, mysticism in various religions, religion and social change, and the philosophy of pacifism. Researchers will find this collection is especially rich in Quaker history, specifically relating to the discussion of the use of the Quaker voice by individual Friends' groups, in the mid 1950's.

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

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Charles Wolfinger, notes on "Quakerism: History and Philosophy", 1939-1940 (inclusive)

Extent:

.05 linear ft. (1 folder)

Abstract:

This collection contains the notes of Charles Wolfinger (Haverford College Class of 1940) on Thomas R. Kelly's class "Quakerism: History and Philosophy."

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

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Anne Wertsner Wood slide collection, 1940-1960 (bulk) 1940-1983 (inclusive)

Extent:

1.0 linear feet (2 containers)

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Anne Wertsner Wood (1907-2004) was a horticulturist, writer and lecturer from the Philadelphia area. She was an active leader in the gardening community at the local, national, and international levels. She is recognized for her participation in numerous flower shows, garden creations, outreach activities, writings and lectures. This collection contains slides compiled and used by Anne Wertsner Wood. There are two boxes of color photographic slides that date from 1940 to 1983, with the bulk of slides dating from 1940 to 1960. The slides document Wertsner’s travels to various local and international gardens, her involvement with the Philadelphia Flower Show, and her involvement in community activities.

Held at: Pennsylvania Horticultural Society [Contact Us]