Main content

Diagnostic Hospital of Philadelphia Records, 1861-1920 (inclusive)

Extent:

0.25 cubic feet

Abstract:

Charity Hospital was first incorporated in 1861, with the goal of providing medical assistance to the industrial and manufacturing workers of Philadelphia. In 1920 the Board of Trustees petitioned the state to amend the Hospital's Chart by changing the name to Diagnostic Hospital. The Diagnostic Hospital Records detail the administrative and financial aspects of Charity Hospital in the late Nineteenth and early Twentieth Centuries.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: University Archives and Records Center [Contact Us]

Main content

Center for Greater Philadelphia Records, 1838-2005 (inclusive) 1981-2000 (bulk)

Extent:

16.5 cubic feet

Abstract:

The Center for Greater Philadelphia at the University of Pennsylvania was founded in 1985 by Penn Public Policy and History Professor Theodore Hershberg. This collection documents the activities and development of the Center for Greater Philadelphia from the early 1980s to the end of the twentieth century.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: University Archives and Records Center [Contact Us]

Main content

Office of the President Records. Martin Meyerson Administration, 1970-1980 (inclusive)

Extent:

128 cubic feet

Abstract:

Martin Meyerson served as President of the University of Pennsylvania from 1970 to 1980. The records in this series document the presidential administration of Martin Meyerson, who served as President from 1970 to 1980, and reflect all major activities taking place on campus during this period.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: University Archives and Records Center [Contact Us]

Main content

I.S. (Isadore Schwaner) Ravdin Papers, 1912-1972 (inclusive)

Extent:

189 cubic feet

Abstract:

I. S. Ravdin graduated from the University of Pennsylvania Medical School in 1918, and would spend the next fifty plus years of his career associated with Penn. During that period he rose to the posts of the John Rhea Barton Professor of Surgery, Director of the Harrison Department of Surgical Research, and Chief of Surgery at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. During World War II Ravdin was Commander of the 20th General Hospital. The Papers of I. S. Ravdin reflect the entire range of his personal and professional interest, including his work as a surgeon, hospital administrator, military career, and private practice.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: University Archives and Records Center [Contact Us]

Main content

Building Dedication Committees Records, 1904-1915 (inclusive)

Extent:

3 cubic feet

Abstract:

The administration of Provost Charles C. Harrison, 1894-1910, was responsible for the second great building expansion at the University of Pennsylvania. This collection documents the preparations for the dedications of several buildings constructed at the University of Pennsylvania between 1904 and 1912.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: University Archives and Records Center [Contact Us]

Main content

Office of Alumni Records. Master Alumni File Collection, 1927-1977 (inclusive)

Extent:

6 cubic feet

Abstract:

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: University Archives and Records Center [Contact Us]

Main content

Office of the Provost Records. William Pepper Administration, 1887-1892 (inclusive)

Extent:

0.25 cubic feet

Abstract:

William PepperJr. was unanimously elected the eleventh Provost for the University of Pennsylvania In 1881. Under Pepper's leadership, the University of Pennsylvania was transformed into a modern university. This collection documents William Pepper Jr.'s career as Provost for the years 1887 through 1892 for the University of Pennsylvania. These documents are comprised of correspondence, financial, and minutes.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: University Archives and Records Center [Contact Us]

Main content

Samuel Bernard Hadden Papers, 1918-1988 (inclusive)

Extent:

4 cubic feet

Abstract:

Samuel Bernard Hadden attended the University of Pennsylvania and received an A.B. in 1922 and M.D.in 1924. Dr. Hadden served in several teaching capacities from 1926 to 1941 at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, Department of Neurology. Early in his career Samuel Hadden's main interest was neurology. Gradually he became more interested in the neuro-psychology. Hadden is best known as a pioneer in group psychotherapy. The Samuel Bernard Hadden Papers, 1918-1988, mainly document the professional contributions of Dr. Hadden in the field of psychiatry, and in particular group psychotherapy

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: University Archives and Records Center [Contact Us]

Main content

John R. Coleman Speech, 1970 (inclusive)

Extent:

1 items

Abstract:

On 15 January 1970 the Benjamin Franklin Associates held a dinner in honor of Gaylord P. Harnwell. The keynote speaker was University of Pennsylvania trustee John R. Coleman. Audio recording of a speech given by Dr. John R. Coleman, president of Haverford College and University of Pennsylvania trustee, describing Harnwell's contibutions to the University of Pennsylvania.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: University Archives and Records Center [Contact Us]

Main content

Programs and Invitations Collection, 1825-1984 (inclusive)

Extent:

5 cubic feet

Abstract:

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: University Archives and Records Center [Contact Us]