Form: letters (correspondence) - Philadelphia Area Archives Search Results

Student Unionization Movement records, 2005

Extent:: 0.05 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:: This collection contains documentation of Haverford's Student Unionization Movement from 2005. It includes meeting minutes, email printouts, a letter to the president of the College and a community forum info sheet.

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

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.

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

James Paget letters, 1871 march 25 - 1876 february 12 (inclusive)

Extent:: .01 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:: The collection contains two letters exchanged between Florence Nightingale, James Paget and Mr. Hogg concerning Nightingale's health.

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

George L. Seeley scrapbook, 1929 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.2 linear ft. (1 scrapbook)
Abstract:: The collection consists of a scrapbook which contains photographs from Mr. and Mrs. Seeley's work-related travels through South America and newspaper clippings informing about the trip. The photographs are of landscape, cities, national monuments, life on the ship (their mode of transport), George Seeley, his wife and their associates, including John C. Cohill. They were taken in New York, Sao Paulo, Pernambuco, Buenos Aires and Córdoba (Argentina). The collection also contains a letter written by Mrs. Seeley in Buenos Aires addressed to her mother.

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

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.

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

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.

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

George Howland Chase letter and associated materials, 1849 - 1857 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:: The collection contains a letter written by George Howland Chase to his parents while he was at Haverford College.

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

Caleb Raper commonplace book, 1711

Extent:: 0.04 linear ft. (1 volume, 1 folder)
Abstract:: The commonplace book of Caleb Raper is religious in nature, and contains copied bible verses, religious poetry, prayers, and letters. According to the notes on the first and last pages of the volume, the original commonplace book, written in Caleb Rapper's hand, was written in 1711. This volume was copied in 1747 by Raper's nephew, Richard Smith. There is also a single photocopy.

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

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.

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

Philip Tidyman manuscripts, 1810 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.29 linear ft. (3 volumes)
Abstract:: This collection is comprised of two volumes of the manuscripts of the letters of Philip Tidyman's travel throughout New England and Canada from his home in Charleston, South Carolina. The collection also includes correspondence, transcribed letters, and typed notes related to the manuscripts.

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

John Pemberton manuscript, Undated.

Extent:: 0.02 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:: This manuscript provides a brief biographical sketch of John Pemberton, and contains excerpts from his journals and letters from his religious visit in England in 1750.

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

Pennsylvania History Press letterbook, 1920-1922 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.18 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:: This collection is comprised of the single volume letterbook of the Pennsylvania History Press, and includes the business correspondence of the organization. Many of the letters are addressed to various members of the press, including Arthur H. Thomas, Richard T. Cadbury, Rayner W. Kelsey, and Arthur N. Leeds. Pasted into the front cover of the volume is a pamphlet entitled "At the Forks of the Delaware, 1794-1811," published by the Pennsylvania History Press.

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

Correspondence, 1656-1974, undated (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.0080 linear ft.
Abstract:: This collection is comprised of correspondence from various Quakers.

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

Bacon Family papers, 1874-1909 (inclusive)

Extent:: .01 linear ft. (2 folders)
Abstract:: This collection is comprised of a single volume diary, as well as correspondence from various members of the Bacon family.

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

Lewis Benson papers, 1959

Extent:: .01 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:: This collection contains a letter from Lewis Benson to Henry Cadbury and a typed manuscript of Benson's lecture on "The Christian Universalism of George Fox."

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

Jane Bettle correspondence, 1813-1851 (inclusive)

Extent:: .01 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:: This collection is comprised of the personal correspondence of Jane Bettle.

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

Branch Family correspondence, 1899-1921 (inclusive)

Extent:: .01 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:: This collection is comprised of the correspondence of the Branch family.

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James Bringhurst papers, 1780-1802 (inclusive)

Extent:: .1 linear ft. (2 folders)
Abstract:: This collection is comprised of the personal and business correspondence, as well as miscellaneous notes and manuscripts, of James Bringhurst, a wealthy Philadelphia merchant.

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

Kenneth Chao correspondence, 1965

Extent:: .01 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:: This collection is comprised of two letters between Kenneth Chao and Dr. Howard Comfort.

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Crew Family papers, 1813-1826 (inclusive)

Extent:: .25 linear ft. (6 folders)
Abstract:: This collection is comprised of typed genealogical research, handwritten family correspondence, legal papers, manuscripts, financial records, and miscellaneous papers of the Crew family.

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

Thomas Drake Edward papers, 1932-1933 (inclusive)

Extent:: .05 linear ft. (2 folders)
Abstract:: This collection contains the correspondence and notes of Thomas Drake Edward.

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C. Willis Edgerton papers, Undated.

Extent:: .1 linear ft. (3 folders)
Abstract:: This collection is comprised of the correspondence, photographs, and manuscripts collected by C. Willis Edgerton.

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

William Frost correspondence, 1809, 1941 (inclusive)

Extent:: .01 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:: This collection is comprised of the handwritten letter (1809) between William Frost and Samuel Jenkins, and two letters between Thomas E. Drake and C.E.H. Whitlock concerning the sale of the original William Frost letter.

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

Lida Lisle Greene papers, 1941

Extent:: .2 linear ft. (2 folders)
Abstract:: This collection is comprised of the handwritten correspondence between Thomas Drake and Frances B. Watland concerning Lida Lisle Greene's manuscript of a play about John Woolman, as well as the typed script for the play.

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

Bernt Heid correspondence, 1967-1968 (inclusive)

Extent:: .01 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:: This collection is comprised of the personal correspondence between Bernt Heid and Henry J. Cadbury.

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

Walter Hinchman papers, 1879-1917 (inclusive)

Extent:: .15 linear ft. (3 folders)
Abstract:: This collection is comprised of the papers of Walter Hinchman, including biographical manuscripts, correspondence, and drawings.

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

Howell family correspondence, 1818-1847 (inclusive)

Extent:: .01 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:: This collection is comprised of the correspondence of the Howell family. Letters are between family members, Elizabeth and Israel Howell and their children, and relate family matters.

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

Ladd family correspondence, 1809-1841 (inclusive)

Extent:: .01 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:: This collection is comprised of the correspondence of the Ladd family. Letters describe Quaker meetings; traveling to other meetings such as those in Philadelphia, New York, Indiana, Missouri, and Rhode Island; health, family, and numerous Friends; and some discussion of business.

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

Emma Cadbury Jr. Correspondence, 1893-1923, 1893-1923 (inclusive) 1900-1923 (bulk)

Extent:: 1.26 linear ft.
Abstract:: This collection consists primarily of letter between Emma Cadbury Jr. and other members of the Cadbury family and friends. Letters cover the affairs of family and friends, such as marriages, purchases, and general correspondances. Additionally, there are two pocket diaries and meeting programs.

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

Class of 1944 records, 1968-2003 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.02 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:: The collection contains class letters to the Haverford College Class of 1944.

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

Elizabeth Stanley Trotter letters, 1930-02-06

Extent:: .01 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:: Letters about Quaker family genealogy

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

Japanese Yearly Meeting Letter, 1917-05-12

Extent:: 0.02 linear ft. (1 item)
Abstract:: This collection contains a letter from Herbert V. Nicholson, a Quaker missionary and vocal opponent of Japanese internment camps, about the first established Japanese Yearly Meeting in 1917. Throughout the letter, he writes about the attendees, the regions they're coming from, as well as how the Yearly Meeting has much room to grow.

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

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.

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

Henry J. Cadbury Bibliography, 1910-1980 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.2 linear ft. (6 folders)
Abstract:: This collection contains various bibliographies that cover papers, books, pamphlets, and periodical articles that Cadbury has either authored, editted, or reviewed throughout his life. Various materials related to or referencing Cadbury are also present throughout the collection.

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

Henry J. Cadbury Letter, 1966

Extent:: 0.1 linear ft. (1 item)
Abstract:: This collection contains a 1966 letter sent to Henry J. Cadbury by Avis G. Clarke on behalf of the American Antiquarian Society. Clarke and the Society ask Cadbury about information regarding the origin of American "Epistles" printed before 1820.

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

Tortola Quaker Stamp Celebration, 1973

Extent:: 0.1 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:: This collection contains various letters and corresponding items from the Tortola Quaker Stamp Celebration in 1973. This includes a program of the individuals who made the Quaker stamps possible, a letter from George Vaux on behalf of the Friends Historical Association, and multiple Tortola Quaker stamps on letters belonging to Henry J. Cadbury.

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

J. Roger Hedley Correspondence, 1900-1914 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.1 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:: This collection contains letters written by J. Roger Hedley to family and friends between 1900 and 1914.

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

Rolla Foley Papers, 1941-1979 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.1 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:: This collection contains photographs, letters, documents, and pamphlets regarding Rolla Foley's musical career in the Near East between 1939-1945. He had various roles throughout music performances and festivals, most often compiling and editting the music, but also conducting on occasion. These festivals include the 1941 Palestine Children's Music Festival, the 1943 Children's Music Festival, the 1943 Syrian Students' Music Festival, the 1944-1945 Near East Music Festival, and the 1945 Folk Music Festival that took place in Lebanon, Syria, Palestine, and the former Tranjordan. This collection also contains 1979 letters regarding Foley's career and works during his lifetime.

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

Edward Page Allinson Papers, 1940-1972 (inclusive) 1940-1942 (bulk)

Extent:: 0.1 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:: This collection contains various letters relating to Edward Page Allinson. In Allinson's 1942 letters, he asks individuals their opinions on the average Haverford undergraduate. This collection also contains an excerpt from a 1940 publication titled "With Clean Hands and a Neutral Heart, America!" by Brent Dow Allinson, an individual Edward would connect with via letters due to their shared surname.

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

William Henry Gibbons collection, 1871-1875 (inclusive)

Extent:: .01 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:: This collection contains a variety of materials related to William Henry Gibbons and the Haverford College Class of 1872.

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

Robert Birgeneau protest materials, 2014

Extent:: .25 linear ft. (2 pins and 2 flyers (1 folder))
Abstract:: This collection consists of two fliers and two buttons related to Robert Birgeneau's presence at Haverford College's commencement in 2014 as well as correspondence between Haverford students and alumni and President Dan Weiss regarding William Bowen's commencement speech.

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

Letters to Anna Wharton Wood and list of apple trees planted at Haverford College, 1925-1936 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.02 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:: This collection consists of letters to Anna Wharton Wood from her brother Edward Wanton Smith and Amelia Mott Gummere about the history of Haverford College. It also includes newspaper clippings and a list of apple trees on the Haverford College campus copied by Wood from the papers of her grandfather, Daniel B. Smith.

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

Booker T. Washington letters to Henry Pleasants Jr., 1905 december 16 - 1906 march 16 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:: This collection consists of two letters written by Booker T. Washington to Henry Pleasants Jr. in December 1905 and March 1906. Washington discusses his recent visit to and lecture at Haverford College and a donation by the Haverford Civics Club to the Tuskegee Institute.

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

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