Subject: Quakers / Form: manuscripts (documents) / Language: English - Philadelphia Area Archives Search Results

Fritz and Karoline Solmitz papers, 1929-2006 (inclusive)

Extent:: 4 linear ft.
Abstract:: Fritz Solmitz (1893-1933) was an early and outspoken leader in the opposition to Nazism, an editor of a Social Democratic newspaper in Lübeck and a member of the City council. Because of his active opposition to the Nazis, and probably because he was a Jew, he died of mistreatment in a German prison shortly after Hitler came to power. Karoline Somitz (1893-1966) was, like her husband, active in civic affairs. Much of the collection contains letters and photographs, some translated from German.

Held at: Bryn Mawr College [Contact Us]

Elizabeth Gray Vining papers, 1897-1989 (inclusive)

Extent:: 14.5 linear ft. (24 boxes, 8 volumes)
Abstract:: Elizabeth Gray Vining (1902-1999) was an author of children's books and served as the tutor to the crown prince of Japan, Akihito, from 1946 to 1950. The collection consists of correspondence, materials regarding books authored by Vining, articles, lectures and addresses, photographs, and information documenting her and her family's lives.

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

"Philadelphia's Arch Street Meeting House: A Biography", 2011

Extent:: 0.1 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:: The manuscript of Gergory Barnes's "Philadelphia's Arch Street Meeting House: A Biography" provides a history of Philadelphia's Arch Street Meeting House from the purchase of the land by William Penn in 1683, to the present, including important Quaker individuals, the influence of Philadelphia's history on the Meeting House, the Orthodox-Hicksite separation, and the Wilburite-Gurneyites.

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

"The History of Augusta Quakers: A Bicentennial Presentation", 1976

Extent:: 0.02 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:: This manuscript of Faith Brown Bertsche details the history of Quakers in Georgia, particularly Augusta Meeting in Augusta, Georgia.

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

"An Addition to the book, entitled, The Spirit of the Martyrs Revived. It being a short account of some Remarkable Persecution in New England", 1758

Extent:: 0.08 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:: The manuscript of Joseph Bolles, entitled "An Addition to the book, entitled, The Spirit of the Martyrs revived. It being a short account of some Remarkable Persecution in New England," was originally written in 1758. This volume is a handwritten copy, copied by Charles E. Pratt at an unknown date. The volume details the history of British Quaker martyrs in New England.

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

"Massacre: A Play", 1941

Extent:: 0.13 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:: Charlotte Brate's play, "Massacre," describes a fictional event in the life of William Penn. It takes place in Germantown, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in 1683, and describes the white settlers' fear of an "Indian massacre" and misunderstandings between the settlers and the Lenni-Lenape.

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

"The Difficulties and Dangers of Eighteenth Century Travel as Revealed in Quaker Journals", 1946

Extent:: 0.13 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:: Mary C. Campbell's thesis, submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for her Master of Arts in English and comparative literature at Columbia University, focuses on analyzing first-hand travel accounts from Quaker travelers in the 18th century, with sections about travel on foot, on horseback, by carriage, and by sea.

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

Henry Carter autobiography, Undated.

Extent:: 0.1 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:: Henry Carter's autobiography describes his childhood with his brother and widowed mother, but mostly focuses on his adult life as a sailor. Also included is a brief history of the genealogy of Carter's father's side of the family.

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

"The Poetical Effusions of John Clement", 1854-1889 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.04 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:: This volume of John Clement's original poetry, written from 1854 to 1889, covers a variety of topics, including family (specifically his mother, sister, wife, and son), nature and the seasons, and the Civil War.

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

"Just Among Friends: The Quaker Way of Life", 1940

Extent:: 0.2 linear ft. (4 folders)
Abstract:: William Wistar Comfort's draft manuscripts of his book, "Just Among Friends: The Quaker Way of Life" describe the Quaker way of life, and the influence Quakers have had on issues of tolerance, peace, and economic and social justice. The manuscript includes Wistar's notes and edits, and the collection includes promotional materials related to the book's publication.

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

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