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John Parrish diaries, 1796-1805 (inclusive)

Extent:

0.14 linear ft. (7 volumes)

Abstract:

John Parrish was a member and minister of the Philadelphia Yearly Meeting. His diaries describe his travels to Quaker families, including those disowned by their Meeting, throughout Rhode Island, Maryland, New York, and Pennsylvania.

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

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John Shoemaker journals, 1805-1893 (inclusive) 1805-1815 (bulk)

Extent:

0.16 linear ft. (4 volumes)

Abstract:

John Shoemaker was a Quaker minister. Shoemaker's journals detail his religious visits throughout North America. Entries generally describe travel between destinations, families that host Shoemaker and his companions throughout their travels, and descriptions of Quaker meetings attended and Quaker families visited.

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

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Henry Hale G. Sharpless diaries, 1841-1870 (inclusive)

Extent:

0.37 linear ft. (8 volumes)

Abstract:

Four of Henry Hale G. Sharpless's diaries are travel diaries that describe his travels throughout the eastern United States, Europe, and the Middle East. The remaining three diaries describe Sharpless's daily life at home in Pennsylvania, and on his farm outside Philadelphia.

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