Search

Start Over Repository Haverford College Quaker & Special Collections Subject Quaker women Subject Quakers -- Travel

Main content

Martha Routh journal, 1794

Extent:
0.04 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
Martha Routh's journal describes her voyage from London to Boston, which she took in 1794. Entries describe the small group of Quakers that Routh traveled with, including Thomas Scattergood, as well as descriptions of the weather, communications with other ships during the journey, and Routh's struggles with illness on board. The journal ends when Routh arrives in Boston, and her last entry describes her Quaker hosts there, and the burial of a man who died on board the ship.

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

Main content

Elizabeth Ashbridge autobiography, Undated.

Extent:
0.06 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
The autobiography of Elizabeth Ashbridge includes a description of her early life, how she was lead to join the Quaker ministry, and her first religious visit to New York in 1732.

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

Main content

"A Memorable instance of Divine guidance and protection", Undated.

Extent:
0.015 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
The manuscript of "A Memorable instance of Divine guidence and protection," as told to Sarah Taylor by Jane Fearon and James Dickinson, two Quaker ministers, tells the story of Fearon and Dickinson's experience when on a religious visit to Scotland circa 1680.

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

Main content

Mary Rhoads Haines memoir, 1880

Extent:
0.48 linear ft. (3 volumes)
Abstract:
Mary Rhoads Haines's memoir details her trip to Great Britain and Ireland, which she took in 1874 and 1875. The memoir describes the voyage by sea, her arrival in Britain, and travel throughout Britain and Ireland, as well as Quaker meetings attended, Quaker families visited, tourist destinations visited, and local history. Includes excerpts of letters and journals written during the trip, as well as photos, illustrations, and post cards.

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

Main content

Mary Kite commonplace book, 1831-1851 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.04 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
The commonplace book of Mary Kite includes extracts from her diary, correspondence, and an account of a religious visit to North Carolina. Diary entries concern family news, as well as Kite's attendance at Quaker meetings and social events.

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

Main content

"An Account of a Religious Visit, Made by Hannah Hall", 1872-1873 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.06 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
This manuscript, written by Joshua Maule, describes Hannah Hall's religious visit to England, Scotland, and Ireland. The manuscript describes her trip, including details of her travel, meetings attended, and Quaker families visited. The volume includes extracts of some of Hall's letters.

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

Main content

"A Short Narrative of the Life of Jane Hoskins", Undated.

Extent:
0.04 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
The single volume autobiography of Jane Hoskins, entitled "A Short Narrative of the Life of Jane Hoskins," details her early life, an account of her convincement (conversion to Quakerism), her passage to Pennsylvania as an indentured servant, and her Quaker beliefs and religious reflection.

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

Main content

Mary Shackleton Leadbeater diary, 1784

Extent:
0.08 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
Mary Shackleton Leadbeater was an Irish Quaker poet and author. Her diary was written for Sarah Dillwyn, and entitled "A Tour Through the Northern Part of England." Entries describe Leadbeater's arrival in Dublin, her voyage to England, including a description of the ship and passengers, her arrival in Liverpool, and her travels to see various Friends throughout London and Northern England.

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