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Recipe book, circa 1849-1892 (inclusive)

Extent:

1 volume (+ 4 leaves)

Abstract:

Volume comprising handwritten culinary recipes, household formulas, and medicinal remedies spanning the years from circa 1849 to 1892.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]

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Notes upon lectures by Dr. Meigs, 1834 (inclusive)

Extent:

1 volume

Abstract:

Seven hand-sewn bifolia comprising a volume of lecture notes on obstetrics recorded by an unknown student from April to October 1834.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]

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Hide and seek, or natural magic: a farce, 1846 (inclusive)

Extent:

1 volume

Abstract:

Paper volume containing a comedic, one-act play entitled Hide and Seek, or Natural Magic: a Farce written by John Baldwin Buckstone dated 1846.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]

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M. Alice Mason commonplace book, circa 1897 (inclusive)

Extent:

1 volume

Abstract:

A volume comprising excerpts from works regarding exercises of the body to enhance stage performance, acting, expression, and elocution. M. Alice Mason probably compiled the items in the volume around 1890.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]

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An inventory & valuation for the purpose of fire insurance of the furniture, pictures, china, glass and contents, at Blackmore Park, Hanley Castle, Worcestershire: the property of his grace the Duke Gandolfi, circa 1915 (inclusive)

Extent:

1 volume (+ 1 leaf)

Abstract:

Oversize volume containing a typescript copy of the inventory and appraisal of the mansion at Blackmore Park, Hanley Castle, Worcestershire owned by Duke Alfonso Gandolfi Hornyold for the purpose of fire insurance. The inventory was probably compiled circa 1915 by Curtis & Henson, auctioneers.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]

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Miss Stockley recipe book, 1833-circa 1880 (inclusive)

Extent:

1 volume

Abstract:

A volume written by Miss Stockley of England containing culinary recipes, drawings, and printed illustrations spanning the years from 1833 to circa 1880.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]

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Edward Vyvyan Ford, Esq., Fulford Hall, York, Inventory of the contents of the residence for insurance purposes by Oliver Kitchen & Flynn, valuers, Leeds, 1934 (inclusive)

Extent:

1 volume

Abstract:

A volume containg a typescript inventory of Fulford Hall in York, North Yorkshire, England owned by Ewdard Vyvyan Ford. The inventory was performed in 1934 by Oliver, Kitchen & Flynn.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]

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Library catalogue, circa 1894-1900 (inclusive)

Extent:

1 volume

Abstract:

A volume comprising a catalog of a personal library compiled by an unnamed person circa 1894-1900.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]

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Catharine Gould scrapbook, circa 1788-1829 (inclusive)

Extent:

1 volume (+ 1 leaf)

Abstract:

Scrapbook created by Catharine Gould spanning the years from circa 1788-1829 comprised of carefully arranged clippings, images and collages.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]

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House and library inventory, circa 1890-circa 1915 (inclusive)

Extent:

1 volume

Abstract:

Inventory of the contents of a home and library probably located in Boston, Massachusetts likely written between circa 1890 to circa 1915.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]