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Pennock Commonplace Books, 1818-1839 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.1 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:
This collection contains a variety of poems copied by William Pennock in the years 1818 and 1821. It also contains poems copied by Mary Pennock in 1839.

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

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The Erodelphian, 1835 February 28

Extent:
.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:
This collection contains the eleventh issue of The Erodelphian, a hand-written literary journal containing essays and poetry.

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

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John Russell Hayes Papers, 1880-1936 (inclusive)

Extent:
2.5 linear ft. (5 boxes)
Abstract:
John Russell Hayes (1866-1945) was a Quaker educator, poet, and Librarian of Swarthmore College, 1906-1927 and Friends Historical Library of Swarthmore College, 1927-1935. The collection contains letters received by Hayes, 1887-1936, diaries covering the period 1880-1935, and miscellaneous papers including an album of collected manuscript samples of contemporary poets. The diaries include poetry and cover personal and Swarthmore College activities and concerns.

Held at: Friends Historical Library of Swarthmore College [Contact Us]

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Martha Allinson commonplace book, 1772-1779 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.04 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
The commonplace book of Martha Allinson includes Quaker testimonies, extracts of poetry, hymns, accounts of miracles, and memorandums upon the death of Quaker leaders.

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

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John Fling commonplace book, 1786-1816 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.04 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
The commonplace book of John Fling includes poetry and extracts arranged by topic. Some of the later extracts are signed by Hannah Fling.

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

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Catherine Haines commonplace book, 1775-1777 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.1 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
The commonplace book of Catherine Haines includes extracts on the art of writing, poetry (including three poems by Phillis Wheatley), extracts of speeches, extracts on child rearing and education, Indigenous peoples, a memorandum for Susanna James, extracts from William Hunt's illness, and a memorandum of Hannah Shoemaker.

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

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Rebecca Sharpless commonplace book, 1839-1845 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.04 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
The commonplace book of Rebecca Sharpless includes excerpts of poetry and quotations from various Quaker women, including Mary Cresson Emlen, Hannah Scattergood, Jane Cope, Mary E. Scattergood, Lydia Fisher, and Beulah Morris.

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

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Margaret Parvin Masters commonplace book, 1838-1841 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.02 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
The commonplace book of Margaret Parvin Masters includes poetry copied by various Friends, including Jane Edwards, Rebecca B. Johnson, Amy Eastlack, Susanna Lightfoot, Anna Mendenhall, Sidney Stevenson, and James Emlen. The poetry included in the commonplace book generally relates to friendship and faith.

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

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Phebe Clapp Thomas commonplace book, 1833

Extent:
0.04 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
The volume features poems copied by various friends of Phebe Clapp Thomas, and focuses on friendship, reflection, religion, and faith. Among those extracts that were signed, signatures from the following individuals are included: Jemima Hamond, Ann M. Thorne, Elias Hicks Jr., Joseph Griffen, B. Barton, Elizabeth Wenzer, Adeline Begnor, Jane Charlotte Leach, Marcia L. Haight, and E. Mitchell. A number of extracts are unsigned, including extracts of poetry by Shakespeare and Sir Walter Scott. This volume was previously identified as an autograph book.

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

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