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Ann Cooper Whitall diary, 1760-1780 (inclusive) 1760-1762 (bulk)

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0.29 linear ft. (2 volumes)
Abstract:
Ann Cooper Whitall's diary entries focus on descriptions of Quaker meetings, illnesses within her family and community, reflections on religion and the perceived failure of Whitall's community to live up to its ideals, and discussions concerning effective child-rearing practices.

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

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Thomas Wistar journals, 1841-1875 (inclusive)

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0.42 linear ft. (5 volumes)
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Thomas Wistar's journal entries largely describe his work as an Indian Commissioner, including visits to Washington D.C., the Seneca Nation, the Wichita Indian Agency, and other Native American Reservations. In addition to his work as a commissioner, entries detail social calls with family and friends, descriptions of Quaker meetings, and religious reflection and prayers.

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

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Henry Russell diary, 1858-1861 (inclusive)

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

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

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Samuel Allinson commonplace book, 1761

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0.06 linear ft. (1 volume)
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Samuel Allinson was a Quaker active in early New Jersey politics. The commonplace book of Samuel Allinson includes reflections on a variety of topics, including: Jealousy, Constancy and Fortitude, Human Trouble or Infelicity, Deceit, Novels, Romances, Riches and Poverty, Parents and Children, Women, and Marriage. He also includes remarks on slavery (p. 71), and extracts of poetry.

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

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Richard Tangye scrapbook, Undated.

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0.13 linear ft. (1 volume)
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This scrapbook is comprised of reports from Quarterly Meetings, copies of letters and documents concerning marriages, and articles written by George Fox.

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

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Seiju Hirakawa commonplace books, Undated

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0.04 linear ft. (2 volumes)
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The commonplace book of Seiju Hirakawa inlcudes extracts of poetry and religious reflection on the occasion of the Hirakawa's 50th wedding anniversary. Excerpts and quotations are arranged by topic, and cover topics such as friendship, teachers and pupils, self-expression, books, and pride. The volume also includes a personal reflection marriage, presumably written by Hirakawa.

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