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

"Manuscript of German Lecture: A Year in a French Prison Camp", 1917 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.04 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:: The volume, "Manuscript of German Lecture: A Year in French Prison Camp," is a manuscript of a German lecture given by Walter Horold.

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

"Sermons by Eli and Sybil Jones", 1869 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.02 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:: The manuscript entitled, "Sermons by Eli and Sybil Jones," recounts a sermon given by Eli Jones, and a second sermon given by Sybil Jones (beginning on page 22) at Devonshire House, on February 17, 1869. Eli Jones's sermon focuses on 2 Thessalonians 3:1, and Sybil Jones's sermon focuses on Isaiah 21:11.

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

"The Trail of Life in the Middle Years", 1934 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.16 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:: The manuscript of Rufus M. Jones, entitled "The Trail of Life in the Middle Years," is the third volume in an autobiographical series, of which the two preceding volumes are: "Finding the Trail of Life" and "The Trail of Life in College." The narrative begins in the year 1893, when Jones became the editor of "The Friends Review" and began teaching philosophy at Haverford College. In it, he discusses the state of the Society of Friends at the time, and discusses his personal reconciliation of past Quaker separations, particularly during his time as the editor of "The Friends Review."

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

"The University of Pennsylvania in China: Medical Missionary Work, 1905-1914", 1982 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.06 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:: Barron H. Lerner's undergraduate thesis, entitled "The University of Pennsylvania in China: Medical Missionary Work, 1905-1914," includes chapters on: the student volunteer movement, the motivations of the Christian Association volunteers, the historical evolution of the university medical school (1905-1913), the missionaries entrance into Chinese society: hospital and religious work, the demise of the university medical school, and the legacy of the Christian association's work.

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

Howard Lutz manuscripts, 1973-1977 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.66 linear ft. (6 folders)
Abstract:: These manuscripts concern Emilia Fogelklou's life, writing, and involvement with the Society of Friends. They were written by Howard Lutz during his time as the T. Wistar Brown Fellow at Haverford College during the 1973-1974 academic year. The manuscripts included selected translations of Fogelklou's writing, as well as biographical information about her, and Lutz's report on his fellowship.

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

William M. Wills notes for History of Haverford College, undated

Extent:: .01 linear ft. (1 folder )
Abstract:: Notes for the History of Haverford College written by William M. Wills.

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

William Ambler papers, 1908, ca. 1990s (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.21 linear ft. (1 box)
Abstract:: The collection includes a typescript and a manuscript of "History of Haverford College Football" written by William Ambler.

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

Louis Craig Green papers, 1931 - 1980 (inclusive)

Extent:: 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]

"Some Memorandums respecting my beloved wife Margery Mickle", 1809 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.01 linear ft. (2 volumes)
Abstract:: The memorandum written by Margery Mickle's husband (name unknown) recounts Mickle's illness with "tumorous pollypus" in the corner of her right eye and her nose. Her husband writes about the series of operations she underwent to remove the tumors, the re-emergence of the tumors after a number of operations, and the doctor's recommendation that they remove her right eye. The manuscript describes Mickle's decision not to undergo the operation to remove her eye, and recounts her final days, including visits from friends and family, and some quotes from Mickle's last days, as well as a description of her final moments and death in 1809. The manuscript provides a detailed account of medical practice at the time, as well as the traditions surrounding death and dying.

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

Quaker Ministry lists, Undated.

Extent:: 0.61 linear ft. (17 volumes)
Abstract:: This collection is comprised of 17 anonymously hand-written volumes comprised of lists of Quaker ministers from Britain and the United States, and from the United States to Britain from the mid 17th century through the mid 19th century.

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

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