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The Center for Art in Wood video collection, 1990-2005 (inclusive)

Extent:: 20.0 linear feet
Abstract:: Established in 1986, The Center for Art in Wood in Philadelphia, PA is an arts and education institution that is dedicated to promoting and advancing the field of woodworking and woodturning, the use of wood in creation and design, and the artists who work in this field through its programs, gallery space, and research library. The Center for Art in Wood video collection, 1990-2005, consists of VHS tapes and a few DVDs of conference, panel, and event proceedings at The Center for Art in Wood in Philadelphia, PA and elsewhere; instructional videos about woodturning and woodturning history; and other topics relating to wood in art design and creation.

Held at: The Center for Art in Wood [Contact Us]

Chestnut Hill restaurants collection, circa 1965-1994

Extent:: 0.4 linear feet
Abstract:: The Chestnut Hill Restaurant Collection, circa 1965-1994, includes menus, plans, and information on two restaurants: 21 West and Depot, located in the Chestnut Hill section of Philadelphia.

Held at: Chestnut Hill Historical Society [Contact Us]

Henry H. Houston Estate collection, circa 1905-1996

Extent:: 1.0 linear feet
Abstract:: Henry Howard Houston (1820-1895) was a prominent Philadelphia businessman and philanthropist influential in the development of Chestnut Hill. As a high-ranking executive for the Pennsylvania Railroad, he convinced the company to run a line west through Chestnut Hill, opening in 1884. As a property developer, he helped establish the affluent neighborhoods of Chestnut Hill and Germantown, and he donated a building and property in Chestnut Hill to the Philadelphia Cricket Club. The Henry H. Houston Estate collection, circa 1905-1996, includes correspondence and other materials concerning Philadelphia Cricket Club and the Houston estate. It features three estate ledgers, dated 1938, 1940, and 1951.

Held at: Chestnut Hill Historical Society [Contact Us]

Top of the Hill shopping area collection, circa 1975

Extent:: 1.0 linear feet
Abstract:: The Top of the Hill shopping area collection consists of papers and reports describing the Top of the Hill shopping area development in the Chestnut Hill section of Philadelphia. Authors are Mr. W. W. Keen Butcher and Top of the Hill Associates. Frederick W. G. Peck did landscape design and Ueland and Junker, Architects, did the plans.

Held at: Chestnut Hill Historical Society [Contact Us]

Early records of the Charles E. Hopkin Co., 1888-1936 (inclusive)

Extent:: 2.5 linear feet
Abstract:: Charles Hopkin founded the company "Charles E. Hopkin, contractor" in Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia, circa 1888. The Early Records of the Charles E. Hopkin Co., 1888-1936, consists of 18 ledgers, one payroll register, and one book of correspondence.

Held at: Chestnut Hill Historical Society [Contact Us]

Morris H. Merritt Collection, 1942-1944 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.25 linear feet
Abstract:: Lt. Col. Morris H. Merritt lived in Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia. He served in the U. S. Air Force, and upon discharge returned to his position as secretary and purchasing agent at the John T. Lewis Bros. Co.

Held at: Chestnut Hill Historical Society [Contact Us]

Lloyd Wells Collection, 1965-1990 (bulk) 1940-2000 (inclusive)

Extent:: 4.0 linear feet
Abstract:: Lloyd Wells was the co-owner of Hill Hardware. He founded with others the Chestnut Hill Development Group, was president of the Chestnut Hill Community Association, the Chestnut Hill Realty Trust, and more. The Lloyd Wells Collection contains papers, clippings, and periodicals concerning Chestnut Hill history from the early 20th century to the 1990s.

Held at: Chestnut Hill Historical Society [Contact Us]

J. W. Moffly Company Real Estate Records Collection, circa 1940s-1970s

Extent:: 10.0 linear feet
Abstract:: The J. W. Moffly Company Real Estate records collection, circa 1940s-1970s, consists of records from J.W. Moffly and Co. and John H. Loughridge Co., real estate offices.

Held at: Chestnut Hill Historical Society [Contact Us]

Dr. Josephus T. Ullom collection, 1913-1980 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.4 linear feet
Abstract:: Dr. Josephus Tuck Ullom was a general practitioner in Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia, who lived in the area from 1901 till his death in 1965. He served as Chief of Staff of Chestnut Hill Hospital as well as achieving prominence in various other medical endeavors and organizations. The Dr. Josephus T. Ullom collection, 1913-1980, includes a scrapbook, clippings, photos, daily calendars and manuscripts by and about Dr. Josephus Tuck Ullom.

Held at: Chestnut Hill Historical Society [Contact Us]

Helen Moak Collection, 1960-2002 (bulk) 1859-2002 (inclusive)

Extent:: 32.5 linear feet
Abstract:: Helen Ross Moak (1918-2004) was a journalist, community activist, and local historian in the Chestnut Hill neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Helen Moak Collection, 1859-2002 [bulk 1960-2002] consists of newspaper clippings, correspondence, records, photos, and miscellaneous materials about Chestnut Hill and surrounding communities. Subjects include institutions, community organizations, businesses, and individuals.

Held at: Chestnut Hill Historical Society [Contact Us]

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