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Nehemiah Robinson reports on indemnification and reparations, 1945-1950 (inclusive)

Extent:
2 volumes
Abstract:
Dr. Nehemiah Robinson (1898-1964) was a lawyer, the director of the Institute of Jewish Affairs of the World Jewish Congress, and an authority on indemnification and reparations and war crimes following World War II and the persecution of the Jewish peoples. These two volumes contain eight reports written by Robinson for the Institute of Jewish Affairs relating to restitution legislation and court practices, as well as official and unofficial actions and views on reparations across the world.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Archives at the Library of the Katz Center for Advanced Judaic Studies [Contact Us]

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Abraham Anscher papers, 1883-1884 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.2 linear feet (1 box)
Abstract:
The Abraham Anscher papers comprise a detailed narrative of an 1883-1884 expedition through southern African written by the exploring party leader, Anscher, who was a Jewish Chicago immigrant. His narrative details various places in South Africa including: Botswana, Matabeleland, the Transvaal, along the Zambezi River, and beyond. Some correspondence is also included.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Archives at the Library of the Katz Center for Advanced Judaic Studies [Contact Us]

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Day and Klauder Collection, 1895-1958 (inclusive)

Extent:
78 linear feet
Abstract:
The collection comprises architectural drawings, photographic materials and other records documenting over 200 buildings and projects designed between 1895-1958 by the architectural firm of Day and Klauder or by their predecessor or successor firms. Predecessor firms represented in the collection are Frank Miles Day and Brother; and Day Brothers and Klauder. Successor firms are Charles Z. Klauder, architect; Office of Charles Z.Klauder; and Trautwein and Howard, architects. Projects include private commissions, public buildings, and the firm's extensive work for collegiate institutions.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Architectural Archives [Contact Us]

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Cope and Lippincott Collection, 1957-2006 (inclusive)

Extent:
44 linear feet
Abstract:
This collection contains architectural drawings, project and office records, and photographic material related to the work of architects and professional partners, Paul M. Cope, Jr. and H. Mather Lippincott. Projects with the most extensive holdings include the NYU Art Conservation Center, Friends Neighborhood Guild House (1961-1965), Philadelphia Yearly Meeting Friends Center Complex (1971-1979), and the Fred W. Noyes Foundation Museum (1979-1981). Collaborations with Robert Venturi are indicated within the container list.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Architectural Archives [Contact Us]

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Lenape Club Records, 1911-1960 (inclusive)

Extent:
8.5 cubic feet
Abstract:
The Lenape Club was existed from 1911 until 1959 to "promote social intercourse and fellowship" for male members of the University of Pennsylvania faculty. The Lenape Club Records document the activities of the club from it's founding in 1911 through to its disbanding in 1960.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: University Archives and Records Center [Contact Us]

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