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Hannah Bacon Evans letters, 1888-1925 (inclusive)

Extent:
1.25 linear ft. (3 boxes)
Abstract:
The letters of Hannah Bacon Evans (1839-1939) are written almost exclusively to her niece, Edith Wistar Stokes Silver (1873-1949), offering a picture of the life of an unmarried Quaker woman in Philadelphia in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Also letters to other family members, primarily on family life, but also missionary work and other topics. The letters have been transcribed.

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

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Sarah Wistar diary, 1857-1859 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.04 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
Early diary entries describe Sallie's classes and studies in her efforts to earn her high school diploma, while later entries describe social calls, illnesses in the family, and other family news, as well as Sallie's responsibilities as the eldest daughter living at home.

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

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Deeds and Documents, 1688-1880 (inclusive)

Extent:
1.3 linear ft. (3 boxes)
Abstract:
This collection includes an assortment of legal documents, including deeds, marriage certificates, indentures, and leases.

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