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James Wood papers, 1865-1921 1865-1964 (inclusive) 1865-1921 (bulk)

Extent:
10.75 linear ft. (21 boxes, 1 tube) and 21 containers and one rolled document
Abstract:
James Wood (1839-1925) was "interested in education, philanthropy, in the various branches of agriculture, in archaeology, history, Indian lore, anthropology, science, in prison reform and above all, in the Bible and religion," (ABS, 2). He was also a business man, serving as President of the Genesee Salt Company in Piffard, New York. The James Wood papers are divided into twelve series: "Biographical Material:" "Agriculture;" Business and Financial Material;" "Collected Quaker Material;" "Correspondence;" "Hugh Barbour Writings and Talks regarding James Wood;" "Journals;" "Organizations;" "Photographs and Albums;" "Political Involvement;" Prison Reform;" and lastly, "Writings by James Wood." This collection contains many materials, including correspondence, photographs, record books, awards, and printed material such as newspapers and pamphlets. Given Wood's heavy involvement in agriculture, this collection has high research value for those interested in farming methods, live stock...(see more)

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

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Reinhardt, Hawley and Hewes family papers, 1762-1955 (inclusive)

Extent:
1.5 linear ft. (9 boxes)
Abstract:
The Reinhardt, Hawley, Hewes and Meredith families are tied together through marriage and their Quaker faith across multiple generations. William Dell Reinhardt, a University of Pennsylvania graduate and doctor, married Rebecca Hawley, a teacher. They had six children: Jesse Hawley Reinhardt, Mary Bailey Reinhardt, Esther Meredith Reinhardt, Lydia Ludwig Reinhardt, Elizabeth Christina Reinhardt, and David Jones Reinhardt. David Jones Reinhardt married Anna Margaret Hewes in 1896. These individuals created the bulk of the material contained within this collection. This collection consists of correspondence; account books; certificates; diaries and household information lists; friendship books; land and insurance records; marriage certificates; miscellaneous family records; wills and estates; genealogical research; photographs; Quaker tracts and poetry; newspaper clippings; and Acts of the Assembly of the Province of Pennsylvania. Before looking into the collection, a researcher...(see more)

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

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Class of 1885 records, 1884-1935 (inclusive)

Extent:
.125 linear ft. (2 volumes, 1 folder)
Abstract:
This collection contains a cremation songbook, junior orations, and a fiftieth reunion program from the Haverford College Class of 1885.

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

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Class of 1898 records, 1894-1949 (inclusive)

Extent:
.353 linear ft. (3 volumes, 2 folders)
Abstract:
This collection contains a record of members and two volumes of letter books from the Haverford College Class of 1898. It also includes a copy of the Class of 1898's "Freshmen Ten Commandments" directed towards the Class of 1899, materials pertaining to the Class of 1898's twenty-fifth reunion in 1923, and materials pertaining to the Class of 1898's fiftieth anniversary gift.

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

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Allen Curry Thomas scrapbook, 1894-1899 (inclusive)

Extent:
.2 linear ft. (1 oversized volume)
Abstract:
This collection contains a large scrapbook compiled by Allen Curry Thomas during his time at Haverford College between 1894 and 1899.

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

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Class of 1881 records, 1878-1944 (inclusive)

Extent:
.2 linear ft. (1 volume and 1 folder)
Abstract:
This collection contains a log book from the Haverford College Class of 1881 dating from 1878 to 1944 as well as invitation and program from the Class's 1879 cremation ceremony.

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

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Class of 1889 records, 1885-1934 (inclusive)

Extent:
.417 linear ft. (2 volumes, 1 folder)
Abstract:
This collection contains two volumes consisting of a class book and photograph album from the Class of 1889. It also includes a copy of the class song, a menu from a 1894 alumni dinner, two copies of 1919 booklet with class member updates, and the class's fiftieth reunion booklet from 1939.

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

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Haverford College reports, 1891-2001 (inclusive)

Extent:
4.8 linear ft. (11 boxes)
Abstract:
Haverford College reports include reports which are not the work of any specific department or adminstrative unit of the College.

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

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