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Thomas Fisher letterbook, 1823-1859 (inclusive)

Extent:

0.25 linear ft. (1 volume)

Abstract:

The majority of correspondence included is business correspondence related to Fisher's mathematics and his book, "Dial of the Seasons, or a Portraiture of Nature," on Fisher's theory of the effect of "the angles of incidence of the meridian sunlight." There are also a small number of letters of personal correspondence, generally letters of introduction for friends or family traveling to Philadelphia or New York.

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

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Samuel Alsop mathematics notebook, 1855 (inclusive)

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0.15 linear ft. (1 volume)

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

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Charles Edward Gause papers, 1883-1940 (inclusive)

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0.44 linear ft.

Abstract:

This collection is comprised mostly of journals that Charles Edward Gause wrote, including during travels with friends. There are also some letters.

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

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Early Geometry Notebook and Book of Verses, Undated.

Extent:

.1 linear ft. (1 volume)

Abstract:

Single volume of Robert Louis Stevenson's early poetry and geometry exercises.

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

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Addition to Frank Morley collection, 1895-1953 (inclusive)

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0.43 linear ft. (1 box)

Abstract:

This collection includes the mathematical publications of Frank Morley.

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

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Mathematical Department private examination of the senior class, 1859, 1859 june - july (inclusive)

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0.2 linear ft. (1 volume)

Abstract:

The collection consists of materials pertaining to private examinations in Mathematics for seniors in 1859 at Haverford College.

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

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Problem Solving Group collection, 2013

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0.01 linear ft. (1 folder)

Abstract:

The collection contains introductory problems solved at the club's meetings in fall 2013.

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

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General Manuscripts Miscellaneous Collection, 1502-2012 (inclusive)

Extent:

120 boxes and 67.8 linear feet

Abstract:

Consists of over 3000 miscellaneous items of primarily American literary, historical, and political figures, including business and personal letters, manuscripts, drawings, photographs, and official documents.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

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The Library of Jacques Derrida, House Series, 1793-2013 (inclusive)

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675 boxes and 16 items

Abstract:

Consists of the personal library of French philosopher Jacques Derrida and members of his household.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Rare Book Collection [Contact Us]

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Walter Penn Shipley Jr. papers, 1913-1983 (inclusive)

Extent:

.1 linear ft. (3 folders)

Abstract:

This collection is comprised of the papers of Walter Penn Shipley Jr., and includes materials related to his time at Haverford College, including two trigonometry notebooks, four subject entrance exams, and his personal correspondence.

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