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Randal Morgan Estate Archives, 1863-1990 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.4 linear feet
Abstract:
Randal Morgan (1854-1926), made a fortune in oil and purchased property near the Chestnut Hill section of Philadelphia about 1900 to build his estate, which he called "Wynd Moor." Randall Morgan Estate Archives, 1863-1990, includes a photo list, indenture, deeds, and appraisal.

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Bergey papers, 1938-1980 (inclusive)

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0.4 linear feet
Abstract:
Whitemarsh Hall was an elaborate mansion outside Philadelphia in Springfield, Pennsylvania, completed in 1921 and destroyed in 1980. It was designed by renowned architect Horace Trumbauer for Edward and Eva Stotesbury. The Bergey papers, 1930-1980, consists of newspaper clippings on the Stotesbury family and Whitemarsh Hall.

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Jefferson M. Moak Collection, circa 1998

Extent:
22.5 linear feet
Abstract:
Jefferson Moak is an archivist and historian whose interests include maps, genealogy, and Chestnut Hill (Philadelphia) local history. The Jefferson M. Moak Collection, circa 1998, consists of information on Chestnut Hill compiled by Moak while writing his Master's thesis for Temple University on colonial property in the Philadelphia area.

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