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Julien Levy Gallery records, 1857-1982 (inclusive)

Extent:: 19.0 linear feet (46 containers)
Abstract:: Julien Levy (1906-1981) was a pioneering New York art dealer of the 1930s and 1940s. He was introduced to the art world in Paris by Marcel Duchamp, who he met in New York in 1926. In Paris he met photographers and artists, including Man Ray, Berenice Abbot, and his future wife Joella Haweis, daughter of Dadaist muse Mina Loy. Upon his return to the United States, Levy worked briefly at the Weyhe Gallery before opening the Julien Levy Gallery at 602 Madison Avenue. In 1932, Levy mounted “Surrealisme,” an exhibition that introduced the Surrealist art movement to New York. This collection documents the career of prominent art gallery owner Julien Levy. The records date from 1857 to 1983 and include correspondence, exhibit announcements and invitations, scrapbooks, gallery financial ledgers, audio-visual materials, and personal papers such as letters, diaries, appointment books and calendars. The material in this collection reflects the course of Levy’s life, beginning with childhood...(see more)

Held at: Philadelphia Museum of Art Archives [Contact Us]

John Gilmary Shea Correspondence, 1836-1891; undated (inclusive)

Extent:: 3.0 linear feet (; 7 boxes)
Abstract:: John Gilmary Shea (1824-1892) was a notable writer, editor, and historian of American Catholic history. Shea is considered one of the first American Catholic historians in the United States. Much of his recognition and lasting fame comes from the accolades and accomplishments of publishing nearly three hundred articles and books. The John Gilmary Shea Correspondence preserved in the Philadelphia Archdiocese Historical Research Center primarily consists of correspondences received by Shea throughout the 19th century. Some of the larger files of correspondence are from Oscar W. Collet, Archbishop Michael Augustine Corrigan, John Ward Dean, Edmond Mallet, J.W. Powell, and Eugene Vetromile. There is only one folder of approximately twelve outgoing correspondences and another folder of unidentified received correspondence.

Held at: Philadelphia Archdiocesan Historical Research Center [Contact Us]

Henry George family papers, circa 1844-2000 (bulk 1880-1950)

Extent:: 4.0 linear feet
Abstract:: Henry George (1839-1897) was a journalist and political economist best known for writing about and popularizing the idea of the "single tax." His work led to several reform movements in the Progressive Era and inspired the economic philosophy known today as "Georgism." Two of George's children, Henry George Jr. and Anna George de Mille, continued to be active in the single tax movement and promoting their father's legacy after his death in 1897. The Henry George family papers, circa 1844-2000 (bulk 1880-1950), consist of correspondence, published and unpublished works, and other materials from and about Henry George, Henry George Jr., and Agnes George de Mille. There are also photographs, prints, and illustrations of the George family and of Anna George de Mille's family.

Held at: The Henry George Birthplace, Archive and Historical Research Center [Contact Us]

S. J. Perelman ephemera, 1929-1992 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1.17 linear feet
Abstract:: Sidney Joseph Perelman (February 1, 1904-October 17, 1979), almost always known as S. J. Perelman, was an American humorist, author, and screenwriter. He is best known for his humorous short pieces written over many years for The New Yorker. He also wrote for several other magazines, as well as books, scripts, and screenplays. S. J. Perelman ephemera, 1929-1992, consists of 44 items relating to Perelman, ranging from passports to stamp dedications to newspaper clippings.

Held at: James A. Michener Art Museum Archives [Contact Us]

Anny Elston papers, 1944-1972 (bulk) 1918-1976 (inclusive)

Extent:: 2.0 linear feet
Abstract:: Anny Elston (1895-1975), a German born and trained pediatrician, immigrated to the United States in 1941 due to the "Racial Laws" in Nazi Germany. After obtaining her New York State Medical License in 1942, she began practicing medicine in New York City until retiring in 1972. The Anny Elston papers include information regarding Dr. Elston's medical credentials and continuing education, her medical practice in New York City, and patient records.

Held at: Drexel University: College of Medicine Legacy Center [Contact Us]

Troth Family Copy Letter Books, 1852-04-03-1861-07-08 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.1 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:: This collection consists of two copy letter notebooks written by Samuel F. Troth (1801-1886), a prominent Philadelphia pharmacist and Quaker, between 1852 and 1861. The first notebook contains a collection of letters from June 1853, addressed to his daughter, Elizabeth T. Troth, of Samuel Troth's travels. The second notebook contains various letters from Samuel Troth to friends and family about various events between 1852 and 1861.

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

Tortola Quaker Stamp Celebration, 1973

Extent:: 0.1 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:: This collection contains various letters and corresponding items from the Tortola Quaker Stamp Celebration in 1973. This includes a program of the individuals who made the Quaker stamps possible, a letter from George Vaux on behalf of the Friends Historical Association, and multiple Tortola Quaker stamps on letters belonging to Henry J. Cadbury.

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

Richard Harding Davis Correspondence and Other Documents, 1887-1916

Abstract:: Richard Harding Davis, 1864-1916, was a student at Lehigh University from 1882-1884. During his stay he wrote many novels and short stories and was a prominent war correspondent during the Spanish-American War (1898). The documents here include letters, telegrams and notes, mostly written by Davis. It is predominantly letters to his publisher, J. Henry Harper, at Harper and Brothers, but also includes other letters to Raymond H. Walters, Lehigh University, a few letters from Rebecca Harding Davis to Richard Watson Gilder, and letters and telegrams from various persons in Athens, Ga. to J. Henry Harper regarding an incident involving Davis there in 1895.

Held at: Lehigh University Special Collections [Contact Us]

Eric T. Vogel Documents Related to Loewy Hydropress Inc.

Abstract:: A collection of drawings of large industrial machinery and patents resulting from the refinement and improvement of the machinery manufactured and used by Loewy Hydropress Inc.

Held at: Lehigh University Special Collections [Contact Us]

New York Preparative Meeting (Hicksite) Records, 1720-1957 (inclusive)

Extent:: 2 linear ft. (20 volumes)
Abstract:: Includes: Records of the Preparative Meeting of New York (Hicksite : 1881-1958) and its predecessors, Southern District (Hicksite : 1856-81), Southern District (Hicksite : 1828-56), Southern District (1824-28), Eastern District (1807-24), and New York Preparative Meeting (1753-1806). Includes minutes (men's & joint), 1781-1957, women's minutes, 1833-1856, membership, 1720-1810 & ca. 1850-ca. 1877, financial Records 1784-1815, and a funeral book register, 1796-1826.

Held at: Quaker Meeting Records at Haverford College Quaker & Special Collections and Friends Historical Library of Swarthmore College [Contact Us]

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