Repository: Haverford College Quaker & Special Collections / Year: <span class="from" data-blrl-begin="1850">1850</span> to <span class="to" data-blrl-end="1899">1899</span> - Philadelphia Area Archives Search Results

Josiah H. Branson account book, 1860-1862 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.1 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:: This account book records Josiah H. Branson's business transactions as a cobbler. Entries include the amount received and the work done, including making shoes, slippers, and boots; repairing shoes, slippers, and boots; and soling, heeling, and capping shoes and boots.

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John M. Zook autograph book and Latin exercise book, 1860-1862 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.2 linear ft. (2 volumes)
Abstract:: Autograph book and Latin exercise book belonging to John Miller Zook, who attended Haverford from 1860 to 1862. Zook used these books while he was a student at Haverford.

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Anonymous recipe book, 1862 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.08 linear ft. (1 volume)
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Charles Evans diary, 1861

Extent:: 0.083 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:: Charles Evans was a Quaker physician and was active in the Quaker community. His "Diary of a European Trip, 1861" details Evans's voyage from Philadelphia to England, including descriptions of the captain and other cabin passengers, illness on board, and the weather during the voyage. Upon arrival in England, diary entries relate visits to Friends, Quaker meetings, and Evans's tour of England.

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James Tyson diaries, 1859-1861 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.38 linear ft. (4 volumes)
Abstract:: The collection consists of four volumes of diaries which detail James Tyson's time at Haverford College, from daily activities to information on the courses Tyson was taking at the time. The entries range from 1859 to 1861.

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Henry Russell diary, 1858-1861 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.06 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:: Henry Russell's diary entries describe social calls, attendance at Quaker Meetings, personal and religious reflection, prayers, and reminiscences about his wife.

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Charles Lippincott autograph album and daguerrotype, 1859-1861 (inclusive)

Extent:: .08 linear ft. (1 volume, 1 daguerrotype)
Abstract:: A personal book of autographs, owned by Charles "Chad" Lippincott. Autographs and brief poems/quotes are scribed by teachers and classmates from Haverford College in Haverford, Pennsylvania, as well as the Normal School in Trenton, New Jersey. Additionally, there is a daguerrotype of Charles Lippincott taken in 1861.

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James H. Drake autograph album, 1861

Extent:: .083 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:: The James H. Drake autograph album contains signatures of fellow classmates.

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William Jones financial records, 1845-1861 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.31 linear ft. (2 volumes)
Abstract:: The business ledgers of William Jones record mortgages, rent payments, taxes, and account balances for various Quaker individuals.

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Samuel McGrew papers, 1789-1861 (inclusive)

Extent:: .1 linear ft. (2 folders)
Abstract:: This collection is comprised of a handwritten copy of the the will of Samuel McGrew, and a single volume of his diary.

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Haverford Euethean Association records, 1855-1861 (inclusive) 1855-1857 (bulk)

Extent:: 0.25 linear ft. (1 box)
Abstract:: The collection includes various addresses and lectures delivered to the Haverford Euethean Association.

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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.

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Richard Jones letter, 1861

Extent:: 0.005 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:: This collection contains a letter written by Richard Jones.

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Howard L. Haines autograph and composition books, 1860-1861 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.1 linear ft. (1 box)
Abstract:: Howard Haines's autograph book contains five categories: Faculty, Seniors, Juniors, Sophomores, and Freshman. Each entry includes basic information on members of these categories, except in the case of the faculty, which was left almost entirely blank. His composition book contains several essays concerning animals, historical and contemporary figures, national histories, and notes on several scientific and mathematical subjects.

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Charles Evans papers, 1681-1860 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 linear ft. (2 boxes)
Abstract:: Jonathan Evans's papers, ca. 1818-38, shed light on the religious, doctrinal controversies, and differences arising among the members of the Society of Friends related to the preachings of Elias Hicks, Nicholas Brown, and Elisha Bates. There are also letters of the Cope and Evans families relating to the Hicksite Separation.

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Ogden Family Letters, 1818-1860 (inclusive)

Extent:: .02 linear ft. (1 box)
Abstract:: Letters of the Ogden family, involved in land transations in Western New York state in the late nineteenth century.

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Dorcassian Society of Burlington records, 1843-1860 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.042 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:: The Dorcassian Society of Burlington, New Jersey was founded in 1839, and appears to have dissolved at the end of the minute book, in 1860. The mission of the Dorcassion Society was to provide relief work to the poor, in particular clothing. This collection is comprised of one volume of minutes and attendence lists from 1843 - 1860.

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Red Cedar Monthly Meeting minutes, 1854-1860

Extent:: 0.042 linear ft. (1 volume)
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Henry Society records, 1854-1860 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.25 linear ft. (1 box)
Abstract:: The Henry Society records (1854-1860) include one volume of constitution and by-laws (1856), one minute book (1855-1860), and an oration presented to the Society by Cyrus Mendenhall in 1854.

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William Thompson diary, 1860

Extent:: 0.06 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:: Diary entries are largely related to William Thompson's family's grocery business, family news, illness, social calls, and Quaker meetings he attended. He occasionally also describes Quakers from England and Ireland making religious visits to America.

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"Selections from memorandums by Sarah Lindsey", 1857-1860 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.04 linear ft. (5 volumes)
Abstract:: Sarah Lindsey's journal entries describe travel, places visited, attendance at Quaker meetings, and people met on their travels.

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China, Maine Monthly Meeting records, 1852-1860 (inclusive)

Extent:: .01 linear ft. (2 folders)
Abstract:: Correspondence between members of the China, Maine Monthly Meeting and Friends in Nova Scotia; a single volume of meeting minutes for China, Maine Monthly Meeting.

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Correspondence of Martha Roberts and Frederick Fraley, 1850s to 1860s (inclusive)

Extent:: .01 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:: This collection contains 7 letters between Martha Roberts and her cousin, Frederick Fraley, regarding Martha Roberts's estates.

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Richard T. Jones autograph album, 1859-1860 (inclusive)

Extent:: .1 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:: This small volume contains autographs from faculty and students at Haverford College. It also includes newspaper clippings about marriages and deaths of people associated with Haverford College, and commencement ceremonies. Some of the autographs contain handwritten poems, and some quotes are in Greek.

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Charles Roberts scrapbooks, 1859 and undated

Extent:: .5 linear ft. (4 volumes)
Abstract:: This collection contains four scrapbooks compiled by Charles Roberts, one from 1859 and others which are undated.

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Union Benevolent Association record book, 1856-1859 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.06 linear ft. (1 volume)
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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.

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Anti-Tobacco tracts, 1850s? (inclusive)

Extent:: .1 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:: A variety of tracts published by the Anti-Tabacco Tract Depository of Fitchburg, Massachusetts.

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Edwin Tomlinson autograph album, 1858-1859 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.1 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:: The Edwin Tomlinson autograph album contains signatures and selected quotes from students at Haverford College from 1858 to 1859. The album was compiled by Tomlinson, who later left Haverford College to become a farmer. The signatures within the album range from Tomlinson's peers to the officers above him.

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Thomas Willis papers, 1792-1859 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.005 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:: This collection contains a letter by Thomas Willis and a transcribed account of an earlier event.

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

Extent:: 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.

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Morris family letterbook, 1855-1859 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.13 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:: This letterbook includes correspondence related to the resettlement of Luke W. Morris's estate, the executors of which were Samuel B. Morris and Elliston P. Morris. All letters were written by either Elliston P. Morris and Samuel B. Morris.

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Sarah Frances Smiley diaries, 1857-1859 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.083 linear ft. (2 volumes)
Abstract:: Sarah Frances Smiley was a Quaker minister. Her diary entries describe Quaker meetings, ongoing struggles with her religious conviction, and her dedication to God.

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Sarah Wistar diary, 1857-1859 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.04 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:: Early diary entries describe Sallie's classes and studies in her efforts to earn her high school diploma, while later entries describe social calls, illnesses in the family, and other family news, as well as Sallie's responsibilities as the eldest daughter living at home.

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Richard C. Paxson letters, 1857 - 1859 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:: The collection contains letters written by Richard C. Paxson to his brother and sister about the funeral of Haverford College's first president, Joseph Gibbons Harlan, and his leisure time at Haverford.

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Bartlett Family papers, 1842-1859 (inclusive)

Extent:: .1 linear ft. (8 folders)
Abstract:: This collection is comprised of the correspondence, school records, financial records, legal documents, and miscellaneous papers of various members of the Bartlett family.

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Samuel Bunting Haines autograph album, 1858

Extent:: 0.1 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:: The autograph album was created during Haines's time at Haverford College. The book contains signatures of his peers and professors from 1858. Haines left the College to later become a lieutenant for the 121st Regiment in the Pennsylvania Volunteers from 1862 to 1863.

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Edward Drinker Cope notebooks, 1854-1858 (inclusive)

Extent:: .1 linear ft. (1 box)
Abstract:: This collection includes two notebooks of scientist and paleontologist Edward Drinker Cope.

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Josiah Philbrook account book, 1856-1858 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.17 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:: This collection is comprised of the single volume account book of Josiah Philbrook. A note on the inside cover reads: "This Book belongs to South China Mechanics Association." The first section is organized by two columns: Expenditures and Receipts. The remainder of the volume is organized alphabetically by names of individuals.

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William Pickering Flowers letter, 1858 November 28

Extent:: 0.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:: This collection contains one letter written by William Flowers during his time at Haverford College.

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William G. Rhoads diary, 1858

Extent:: 0.04 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:: The first pages of William G. Rhoads's diary ask a series of questions concerning moral behavior and manners, which Rhoads subsequently answers in each entry. Entries also detail Rhoads's apprenticeship as a book keeper, social calls, and Quaker meetings he attended.

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Lloyd family commonplace books, 1815-1858 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.35 linear ft. (6 volumes)
Abstract:: The Lloyd family commonplace books include extracts, poetry, and literary quotes.

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Haverford College Photograph collection, 1858-Present

Extent:: 136 linear ft. (138 boxes, 1 map case drawer, 7 volumes)
Abstract:: Haverford College Photographs contains images of persons, events, and activities associated with Haverford College.

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Randolph Wood commonplace book, 1856-1858 (inclusive)

Extent:: .1 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:: This is a commonplace book with signatures of several well known Quakers who were connected with Westtown School and Haverford College. It includes signatures and notes from officers and peers, mainly from Haverford class of 1858. Along with the autographs are the dates they were collected, the hometown of the person, and the place where the autograph was collected.

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John Street letter, 1858

Extent:: 0.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:: The collection contains two typed printouts of letters written by John Street in 1858 to his sister about smallpox vaccination, his time at Haverford, and her family.

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Tallcot Family papers, 1724-1857 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1.25 linear ft. (3 boxes)
Abstract:: Primarily the correspondence of Joseph Tallcot (ca. 1768-1853) and other Quakers on topics relating to religious education, the Hicksite-Orthodox schism of 1827-1828, the Wilburite separation, slavery, and the African American colony at Wilberforce, Canada.

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Samuel J. Gummere manuscripts, 1857

Extent:: 0.1 linear ft. (2 volumes)
Abstract:: Samuel J. Gummere's manuscripts detail his time traveling through Iowa's prairies, and include both poetry and prose.

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Edmund Rodman composition, 1857 June 25

Extent:: .01 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:: This collection contains one composition written by Edmund Rodman.

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Thomas Stewardson's "Recollections of Haverford and After, 1841-1857", 1857

Extent:: .125 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:: This collection contains the original manuscript and a typed copy of "Recollections of Haverford and After 1841-1857" by Thomas Stewardson (1829-1902). Some of the topics he discusses include: the Loganian Society, food, academics, insect collecting, and other reflections about life at Haverford College.

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William G. Rhoads autograph album, 1855-1856 (inclusive)

Extent:: .06 linear ft. (x boxes)
Abstract:: This volume is entitled the "Wm. G. Rhoads Autographs of the Officers and Students of Haverford School during Winter of 1855-6" and it contains the names, autographs, addresses, and dates of entry for administrators and students at Haverford College between 1855 and 1856.

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