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Swarthmore College Astronomy Department photographs, 1905-1975 (inclusive)

Extent:: 5.2 cubic ft. (37 boxes, 1 oversized)
Abstract:: This collection, dating from 1905 to 1975, consists of astronomy images taken or collected by Swarthmore College Astronomy Department students and professors. Most of the images are on glassplates, but there are also some paper photographs. Images depict the college, eclipses, constellations, comets, and more.

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

The physical universe readings and exercises binder, 1964

Extent:: 1 linear feet (1 brochure)
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Held at: Science History Institute Archives [Contact Us]

Robert Adrain papers, 1786-1826, undated (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 linear feet (1 box)
Abstract:: Robert Adrain (1775-1843), a prominent Irish scientist and mathematician, is best known for his formulation of the method of least squares.The collection includes mathematical and scientific texts from Adrain's library written in English, French, and Latin, and cards containing a list of books from Adrain's library, as well as a letter concerning Adrain's potential appointment to a faculty position at the University of Pennsylvania.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]

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

Extent:: 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]

Smith Family papers, 1821-1893 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.5 linear ft. (2 boxes, 2 volumes)
Abstract:: The papers of two 19th century Smith family members, Seth Smith and Edward Smith, the former a teacher and astronomer, the latter a medical doctor. Seth Smith was likely a Quaker.

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

Prognosticum aus Rom so mit viler Astronomorum einhaelligem schluss in disem 1628 jahr gerichtet und Kaiser Ferdinando ubergeben worden (Prognostication from Rome, with much astronomical information compiled in this year 1628 and presented to Emperor Ferdinand), 1628

Extent:: .01 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:: Small 17th century manuscript of prophecy, astronomy, and astrology.

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

Robert Bowne Haines eclipse calculations, 1844

Extent:: 0.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:: The collection contains calculations of the eclipse of the sun for May 1854 created by Robert Bowne Haines in 1844 as part of his coursework at Haverford School (now Haverford College).

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

Mary Hoxie Jones recollection of Halley's Comet, 1985

Extent:: 0.1 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:: This collection contains a note written by Mary Hoxie Jones in 1985 where she reflects on her experience seeing Halley's comet as a six year old. This note was written around a year before the next passing of Halley's Comet in 1986.

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

John Ewing notebooks on astronomy and physics, 1784-1796 (inclusive)

Extent:: 3 volume (+ 7 leaves)
Abstract:: Three volumes comprising the notebooks of John Ewing spanning the years from 1784 to 1796.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]

Louis Craig Green papers, 1931 - 1980 (inclusive)

Extent:: 2 linear ft. (2 boxes)
Abstract:: The collection consists of four distinct series, which contain documents pertaining to Haverford professor Louis Green's activity in academia. These include materials related to his research, consisting of his 1937 PhD. dissertation from Princeton University, his Solar and Stellar Pulsations book manuscript, calculations, and lab journals; student assignments and examinations; lecture notes; and materials related to Haverford College policies.

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