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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.

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

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Deborah Bunting Haines diaries, 1860-1863 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.16 linear ft. (2 volumes)
Abstract:
Deborah Bunting Haines's diary entries describe weather, family news, social calls, religious reflection, and descriptions of Quaker meetings.

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

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Rosalie Regen scripts, 1952-1953 (inclusive)

Extent:
.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:
This collection is comprised of the scripts, generally for one-act plays, written by Rosalie Regen. Each play focuses on Quaker history, and particularly important Quaker individuals, including Elizabeth Fry, John Woolman, William Penn, Rufus Jones, George Fox, Mary Fisher, and John Greenleaf Whittier.

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

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Hannah Milhous Vernon papers, 1855-1889

Extent:
.15 linear ft. (3 folders)
Abstract:
This collection is comprised of the papers of Hannah Milhous Vernon, and includes two unbound commonplace books, the loose pages of Vernon's diaries, and a single unbound volume of meeting minutes for the Damorris Monthly Meeting of Women Friends.

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

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Milcah Martha Moore commonplace book, 1776

Extent:
0.06 linear ft. (2 volumes)
Abstract:
Milcah Martha Moore, a poet, created a commonplace book featuring the women writers in her social circle. The commonplace book of Milcah Martha Moore includes excerpts organized by topic, including topics such as: Happiness, Supplication of a Sinner, and Affliction. The note in the front cover of the volume reads: "The Gift of Sarah Dillwyn to Martha Moore."

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

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Hannah Logan Fisher commonplace book, 1796

Extent:
0.15 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
The commonplace book of Hannah Logan Fisher includes Quaker testimonies, extracts of letters, hymns, and religious poems. Notes on the inside covers of the volume describe that Fisher gave the volume to Rebecca Byrd Young in 1796, upon Young's departure for America from England.

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

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Mary E. Warner account book, Undated.

Extent:
0.02 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
The household account book of Mary E. Warner records the worth of various household items.

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