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National Japanese American Student Relocation Council at Swarthmore College Collection, 1941-2022 (inclusive)

Extent:

0.21 linear ft.

Abstract:

the collection includes materials related to William, George, and Miyoko Iyoshia all three of whom attended Swarthmore College and were involved with the National Japanese American Student Relocation Council.

Held at: Friends Historical Library of Swarthmore College [Contact Us]

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Friends Historical Library broadsides collection, 1660-2000 (inclusive)

Extent:

2 linear ft. (5 flat boxes, 3 oversized flat boxes, and 1 map drawer)

Abstract:

This collection consists of broadsides and and other printed materials relating to the Society of Friends (Quakers). Some of the items in the collection are composed of a single, unfolded sheet with printing on only one side. Many others, however, are multiple pages and smaller sizes. Topics of the broadsides include: exhortations by Quakers against the slave trade; testimonials regarding deceased Friends; petitions to government authorities for recognition of various Quaker testimonies, including conscientious objection to war and refusal to take oaths; advice and caution to Quakers regarding their conduct of life; and theological arguments both within the Society of Friends and regarding other religions.

Held at: Friends Historical Library of Swarthmore College [Contact Us]

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Five Years Meeting Executive Committee minutes, 1912-1917 (inclusive)

Extent:

.1 linear ft.

Abstract:

Five Years Meeting was a coalition of Orthodox Quaker yearly meetings established in 1902 (fifteen years after the signing of the Richmond Declaration). It was renamed Friends United Meeting in 1963. This collection consists of Executive Committee minutes, including attached reports.

Held at: Friends Historical Library of Swarthmore College [Contact Us]