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Winston-Clark Family papers, 1814-1900 (inclusive)

Extent:
1.25 linear ft. (3 boxes)
Abstract:
Approximately 500 letters (also a few clippings, poems and other items) of the related Clark and Winston families of Virginia and Indiana. Letters discuss family and friends, the small schools that many members of these families began in the Midwest, as well as comments on politics, slavery, religion, education, the Civil War and friends/family fighting in the Confederate army, and other topics.

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

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Elizabeth U. Willis scrapbook, 1850-1898 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.2 linear ft. (1 oversized volume)
Abstract:
Elizabeth U. Willis's scrapbook includes photos and clippings about her and Sarah F. Underhill, photos of the Underhill family, clippings, illustrations, and portraits of Quakers, meeting houses, and Quaker birthplaces. Quaker autographs and letters are included as well. Letter writers include Samuel Fothergill, Anne Mott, David Sands, William Allinson, William Dillywn, William Rickman, J. Stephenson, George Jones, Lindley Murray, Richard Mott, and John Barrow. Confederate money, fractional currency, colonial money, excerpts of prayers and testimonies, and embroidery and cross stitch samples are also included.

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

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Text Book Association of Friends, 1866-1896 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.5 linear ft. (1 box)
Abstract:
The 19th century records of a Philadelphia-based Quaker organization whose aim was to provide textbooks which were aligned with Friends' principles, including not glorifying war.

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

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Rankin Family papers, 1804-1894 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.5 linear ft. (1 box)
Abstract:
The case of James Rankin, a loyalist during the American Revolution, whose estate was confiscated and sold. Rankin's heirs sued for restitution and won.

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Maxfield Parrish letters, august 1884 - january 1885 (inclusive)

Extent:
.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:
The collection contains a series of letters written by Fred or as he was later known Maxfield Parrish, addressed to his grandma. The letters were all written in Paris and Hastings in the early 1880s. In them, Parrish describes his days and his relationship with his parents.

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John G. Whittier Letter, 1885

Extent:
0.1 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:
This collection contains a letter from John G. Whittier to Eliza Channing Higginson concerning the death of William Henry Channing, her uncle.

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Jonathan Richard papers, 1870-1881 (inclusive)

Extent:
.25 linear ft. (1 box)
Abstract:
Letters, invoices, vouchers, account book, and other financial records related to Jonathan Richard's work as Agent at Wichita, Kansas, from 1870 to 1876. Material deals primarily with Richard's attempts to settle government claims against him regarding a disputed balance of over $23,000.

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Rhoads & Wing letterbook, 1868-1881 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.08 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
This letterbook contains the correspondence between William G. Rhoads, Samuel Rhoads, and Asa Wing. The volume includes both personal and business correspondence.

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Thomas Hamm Collection of Letters, 1807-08-15-1879-07-20 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.1 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:
This collection consists of five letters, donated by Thomas Hamm, written by Quakers around the East Coast of the United States: a majority of who are from Pennsylvania. The first letter is addressed to Susannah B. Habers of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 1807 and is from a child of Habers. The second letter, from James to Thomas Kimber in 1820, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, updates Kimbers about James's infant. In the third letter, Alfred Cope, owner of a prominent Philadelphia shipping company, writes to his daughters (addressed to Elizabeth W. Cope) in Chester County, Pennsylvania, about the conditions of his sick father, Thomas Pim Cope. In the fourth letter, addressed to Haverford College Class of 1861 John G. Thomas in 1860, Haverford College alum Frank Richardson requests news of Haverford College, his alma mater, especially after the release of the "Collegian," a publication from the Longian Society, a student group for academic advancement and exploration. In the fifth letter,...(see more)

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Thomas Wistar letterbook, 1875-1876 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.13 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
This collection is comprised of the single volume letterbook of Thomas Wistar. The majority of the letters copied in this volume are personal correspondence between Thomas Wistar and various family members and friends. A few letters included are letters of sympathy from friends and family written upon the death of Thomas Wistar in January, 1876.

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Joseph Sturge Mission School Opening and Friends' Freedmen's Relief Association Funds Request, december 1862 and september 1874 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.1 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:
This collection contains a leaflet regarding the opening of Joseph Sturge's First Day School at the Friends Locust St. Mission House in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on January 1st, 1865. The school was established as First Day school for poor African Americans and immigrants. The school later merged and formed the Benezet House Association to provide education and relief to African Americans. Lack of demanding and funding led to the school's demolishment in 1945. There is also a letter from the Board of the Friends' Freedmen's Relief Association requesting funding for the reopening of schools in North Carolina and Virginia, addressed to William W. Smedley in September, 1874. The association was founded in 1863 to provide aid and education to freed enslaved peoples. The focus later shifted in the 20th century to supporting Black students, summer work camps, and scholarships. The association disbanded in 1982, with aid being placed under the J. Henry Scattergood Scholarship Fund, to be...(see more)

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Janney family papers, 1800-1870 (inclusive)

Extent:
.1 linear ft. (6 folders)
Abstract:
This collection contains Janney family papers, and includes family correspondence, newspaper clippings, financial records, legal papers, maps, and photographs.

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Hallowell family papers, 1858-1869 (inclusive)

Extent:
.05 linear ft. (2 folders)
Abstract:
This collection is comprised of the correspondence of Edward Needles Hallowell and various family members, as well as a single photograph of Edward N. Hallowell.

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Gulielma M. Howland Collection, ca. 1700-1867 (inclusive)

Extent:
3.5 linear ft. ((7 boxes))
Abstract:
In these papers collected by Gulielma Howland are letters or other writings of such notable Quakers as George Dillwyn, Susanna Dillwyn, Samuel Emlen, John Fothergill,, Rebecca Grellet, Hannah Griffitts, Sarah Moore Grimke, Hill family, Margaret H. Hilles, James Logan, Margaret Hill Morris, Milcah Martha Moore, James and John Pemberton,, Daniel B. Smith, John Smith, Margaret H. Smith, Roberts Vaux, Daniel Wheeler and Thomas Wistar.

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Charles Tucker Abbott letter, 1865

Extent:
0.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:
The collection contains a letter written by Chales T. Abbott to his parents about his time at Haverford in 1865.

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Troth Family Copy Letter Books, 1852-04-03-1861-07-08 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.1 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:
This collection consists of two copy letter notebooks written by Samuel F. Troth (1801-1886), a prominent Philadelphia pharmacist and Quaker, between 1852 and 1861. The first notebook contains a collection of letters from June 1853, addressed to his daughter, Elizabeth T. Troth, of Samuel Troth's travels. The second notebook contains various letters from Samuel Troth to friends and family about various events between 1852 and 1861.

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China, Maine Monthly Meeting records, 1852-1860 (inclusive)

Extent:
.01 linear ft. (2 folders)
Abstract:
Correspondence between members of the China, Maine Monthly Meeting and Friends in Nova Scotia; a single volume of meeting minutes for China, Maine Monthly Meeting.

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Richard C. Paxson letters, 1857 - 1859 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:
The collection contains letters written by Richard C. Paxson to his brother and sister about the funeral of Haverford College's first president, Joseph Gibbons Harlan, and his leisure time at Haverford.

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Morris family letterbook, 1855-1859 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.13 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
This letterbook includes correspondence related to the resettlement of Luke W. Morris's estate, the executors of which were Samuel B. Morris and Elliston P. Morris. All letters were written by either Elliston P. Morris and Samuel B. Morris.

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Thomas Willis papers, 1792-1859 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.005 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:
This collection contains a letter by Thomas Willis and a transcribed account of an earlier event.

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John Street letter, 1858

Extent:
0.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:
The collection contains two typed printouts of letters written by John Street in 1858 to his sister about smallpox vaccination, his time at Haverford, and her family.

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Joel Cadbury letter, 1856 January 20

Extent:
.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:
This collection contains one letter written by Joel Cadbury, addressed to his brother.

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James W. Cromwell letter, 1856 May 18

Extent:
0.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:
The collection contains a letter written by James W. Cromwell to his father about his time at Haverford and his classes.

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Cope family correspondence, 1833-1855

Extent:
.1 linear ft. (2 folders)
Abstract:
This collection is comprised of the correspondence of the Cope family.

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James C. Iddings letter, 1853

Extent:
0.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:
The collection contains a letter written by James C. Iddings to his uncle Charlie about their family while a student at Haverford College.

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John R. Hubbard letter, 1853 November 11

Extent:
.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:
This collection contains one letter written by John R. Hubbard and addressed to John F. Rowell.

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Mary Kite commonplace book, 1831-1851 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.04 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
The commonplace book of Mary Kite includes extracts from her diary, correspondence, and an account of a religious visit to North Carolina. Diary entries concern family news, as well as Kite's attendance at Quaker meetings and social events.

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