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"Satan's Harbinger Encountered", Undated.

Extent:
0.08 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
"Satan's Harbginer Encountered, His False News of a Trumpet Detected, His Crooked Ways in the Wildernesse, laid open to the view of the impartial & judicious, Being Some thing by way of answer to Daniel Leeds his book entitled News of a Trumpet Sounding in the Wildernesse etc. wherein is shown," as indicated by the title, was a response to Daniel Leed's publication, which criticized the Society of Friends and sought to correct the accusations made by Leeds. The original manuscript was written by Caleb Pusey (1650?-1727), and published in Philadelphia in 1700, though it is unknown who copied this volume. According to a book plate on the inside cover, this volume was originally owned by Asa Matlack, and was later loaned by him to the Library of Chester Monthly Meeting, in Moorestown, New Jersey.

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

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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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Henry Simmons commonplace book, 1791-1796 (inclusive)

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0.04 linear ft. (1 volume)
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The commonplace book of Henry Simmons includes "A Memorable instance of Divine guidance and protection," prayers, a speech made by the King of England to the Quakers, "A Testimony concerning Elisha Kirk," a memorial for his wife, Priscilla Yarnall, and a memorial for Robert Jordan.

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Female Anti-Slavery Sewing Society records, 1852-1854 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.032 linear ft. (one book)
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The Female Anti-Slavery Sewing Society's mission was to: "We organise ourselves a Sewing Society, for the purpose of relieving the sufferings of that class of our countrymen, who have fled from the oppression which they endured under the unjust laws of our country, and found a refuge in Canada." The minutes do not indicate location, founding or ending dates for the Society. The collection includes one book from 1852 - 1854 which begins with the mission of the society, and otherwise includes informal minutes, listings for material and financial donations given by memberships, and the number of people at each meeting.

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Ann Haines financial records, 1837-1850 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.21 linear ft. (4 volumes)
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This collection is comprised of the three volumes of account books for the trust fund of Ann Haines. The executor of the trust was Samuel B. Morris.

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William Penrose financial records, 1817-1830 (inclusive)

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0.3 linear ft. (2 volumes)
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The estate account books of William Penrose generally record deposits, withdrawals for payments for goods and services, and account balances for the estate of William Penrose.

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Provident Society for Employing the Poor account book, 1824-1925 (inclusive)

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0.15 linear ft. (1 volume)
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The Treasurer's account book for the Provident Society for Employing the Poor records deposits, withdrawals for payments, and account balances for the accounts of the Provident Society for Employing the Poor. The inside cover includes a description of the duties of the Treasurer for the Society, and lists of the board of managers of the Society for different years.

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William Redwoods receipt book, 1773-1797 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.1 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
This collection is comprised of the single volume receipt book of William Redwoods, and records payments he made for goods and services.

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Joseph Shaw account book, 1811-1822 (inclusive)

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0.13 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
The business account book of Joseph Shaw records sales of dry goods, amounts owed from various individuals, and account balances.

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Richard Smith account book, 1786-1788 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.13 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
The account book of Richard Smith records deposits, withdrawals for payments for goods and services, and account balances.

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Solomon White receipt book, 1788-1799 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.08 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
This volume records payments made by Solomon White, including the amounts paid and the individuals to whom the payments were made.

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"Quaker Lines", Undated.

Extent:
0.04 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
Walter J. Homan's pamphlet describing Quaker beliefs includes sections on: Historical Background, George Fox, Membership, Associate Membership vs. Birthright Membership, Organization of the Society of Friends, Quaker Faith, Quaker Practice, and Quakerism as a Way of Life.

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Asa M. Stackhouse manuscripts, Undated.

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0.16 linear ft. (6 folders)
Abstract:
The manuscripts written by Asa Matlack Stackhouse largely focus on Quaker history, particularly during the colonial period in and around Burlington County, New Jersey.

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J.P. Elkinton autobiography, 1966 (inclusive)

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0.1 linear ft. (2 volumes)
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J. P. Elkinton's autobiography describes his childhood and family, his attendance at Haverford College, from which he graduated in 1908. He also describes his experiences with the Society of Friends, particularly his travels on religious visits, and his adult life with his wife, Mary Bucknell, and their children. In addition to stories from various periods of his life, he provides biographical sketches of his family members.

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"Epistles and Sermons of George Fox", 1683 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.13 linear ft. (1 volume)
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This collection is comprised of the single, handwritten volume of the epistles and sermons of George Fox, ca. 1683. The inside cover of a later binding attributes the volume to Thomas Richardson, dated 1714. However, it has been speculated that the volume may have been written originally by one of George Fox's secretaries.

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Thomas Lippincott journal, 1807

Extent:
0.06 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
Thomas Lippincott's diary entries describe his travel to attend Baltimore Yearly Meeting, attendance at weekly and monthly Quaker meetings, family news, and social visits with members of the Quaker community.

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Joshua Cresson diary, 1793, undated

Extent:
0.06 linear ft. (1 volume, 1 folder)
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The volume provides an account of the Philadelphia Yellow Fever epidemic in 1793, and is largely religious in nature. Entries describe the illness, as well as the death and burial of many members of Cresson's community. The volume includes a note signed by Mary Cresson, Cresson's wife, which she addressed to their children, so that they would understand the circumstances of their father's death.

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Joseph Fisher manuscript, 1833 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.02 linear ft. (1 volume)
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This poem, written by Joseph Fisher to Carmel Friends, is related to the religious tensions among Quakers during the Hicksite-Orthodox separation. It is addressed to a meeting in Carmel, to which Joseph Fisher used to belong. The original poem was written in 1832, and this copy was made by Lydia Morlan in 1833.

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Esther Pinkham copy book, 1799

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0.0080 linear ft. (1 volume)
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The copy book of Esther Pinkham includes repetitive phrases, used to practice handwriting, as well as copied poetry.

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Anonymous papers, Undated

Extent:
.1 linear ft. (5 folders)
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This collection is comprised of small, anonymous quaker manuscript collections.

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William Aubrey correspondence, Undated.

Extent:
.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
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This collection is comprised of two hand copied letters of William Aubrey. The original letters are dated 1732, and are related to Aubrey's will.

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David Bacon financial records, 1809

Extent:
.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
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This collection is comprised of the financial records of David Bacon, a Philadelphia hatter and Quaker elder. Also includes financial materials related to his will.

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Legal documents, 1693-1883 (inclusive)

Extent:
.25 linear ft. (1 box, 1 oversize box, 1 flat file drawer)
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This collection is comprised of the legal documents of various Quaker individuals and organizations.

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"Account of Isaac Coates, Joshua Sharpless & John Pierce's Visits to the Indian Reservation in Western New York", Undated.

Extent:
0.06 linear ft. (1 volume)
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This copy of an account from 1798 and 1799 was written in an unknown hand likely in the latter half of the 19th century. The volume describes Isaac Coates, Joshua Sharpless, and John Pierce's travel to Native American reservations on behalf of the Philadelphia Yearly Meeting Indian Committee, and the work they did while there.

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

Extent:
.01 linear ft. (2 folders)
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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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Elizabeth Abbott Christ manuscripts, Undated.

Extent:
.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
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Typed histories: "Florida's First Two Friends Meetings for Divine Worship" and "Orlando-Winter Park Friends Meeting."

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Gilbert Cope papers, 1869

Extent:
.1 linear ft. (2 folders)
Abstract:
Gilbert Cope (1840-1928) was a historian, genealogist, and photographer. He was born and raised in West Chester, Pa. and was a Quaker who spent his life researching, recording and photographing life in Chester County.This collection is comprised of the typed diary transcript of entries dated 1869, as well as the Genealogy of Kirk-Price and Cox-Garrett ancestors, and miscellaneous notes pertaining to the Gilbert Cope foundation of genealogy and historical research.

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Frederick Creedy papers, 1949

Extent:
.01 linear ft. (2 folders)
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This collection is comprised of the chapter synopses for Frederick Creedy's book, "The Plain Speaking of a Quaker Scientist," and a letter from Frederick Creedy to Samuel Cooper.

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Charles C. Cresson correspondence, 1873

Extent:
.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
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This collection is comprised of the two letters of the personal correspondence of Charles C. Cresson.

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William P. Dewee papers, 1860-1864 (inclusive)

Extent:
.01 linear ft. (2 folders)
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This collection is comprised of the personal correspondence of William P. Dewee and the handwritten manuscripts of essays he wrote for The Friend.

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Cromwell Family correspondence, 1832-1842 (inclusive)

Extent:
.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
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This collection contains the correspondence of the Cromwell family, a 19th century Quaker family, believed to be the in-laws of Thomas Chase.

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Cope family correspondence, 1833-1855

Extent:
.1 linear ft. (2 folders)
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This collection is comprised of the correspondence of the Cope family.

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"Notes on Early Friends Attending Meetings", 1816-1843 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.06 linear ft. (1 volume)
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The beginning of the manuscript of Jeffrey Smedley, entitled "Notes on Early Friends Attending Meetings," was used to record financial transactions, but the majority of the volume describes testimony given by various Quakers at Meetings for worship, arranged chronologically. Many of the entries are related to Elias Hicks.

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Samuel Rowland Fisher correspondence, 1767-1768 (inclusive)

Extent:
.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:
This collection includes the personal correspondence between Samuel Rowland Fisher, a Quaker merchant, and his friends and family, as well as a number of photocopies.

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William Brinton Harvey papers, 1915-1939 (inclusive)

Extent:
.2 linear ft. (6 folders)
Abstract:
This collection is comprised of the papers of William Harvey Brinton, and includes his correspondence, diary, manuscript essays, and copied yearly meeting records.

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Haverford Meeting House publications, 1934

Extent:
.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
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This collection is comprised of the published newsletters of the Haverford Meeting House.

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William R. Hughes papers, 1952

Extent:
.15 linear ft. (2 folder)
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This collection is comprised of the typed manuscript, "The Friends of Jakob Boeheme," an essay describing a visit to former Nazis interned after the war, and correspondence in both German and English.

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Robert Judson Leach manuscripts, Undated.

Extent:
.18 linear ft. (3 folders)
Abstract:
This collection is comprised of the typed manuscripts of Robert Judson Leach, which focus on Quaker history.

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Wilmer G. Mason papers, 1964

Extent:
.2 linear ft. (3 folders)
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This collection is comprised of the correspondence and photocopies and reproductions of Quaker documents.

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Farmers Western Market account book, 1864-1876 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.08 linear ft. (1 volume)
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This collection is comprised of the single volume account book for the Farmers Western Market. The first pages of the volume record the house expenses of Edward Perot, but the majority of the volume records amounts received and made in payments on behalf of the Farmers Western Market.

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"The Short Journal of George Fox", Undated.

Extent:
0.08 linear ft. (1 volume)
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This copy of "The Short Journal of George Fox" was transcribed from the original by Emily Jermyn. The manuscript describes the life of George Fox.

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Samuel McGrew papers, 1789-1861 (inclusive)

Extent:
.1 linear ft. (2 folders)
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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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Media Friends School records, 1937-1965 (inclusive)

Extent:
.2 linear ft. (4 folders)
Abstract:
This collection is comprised of materials concerning appeals for funds and the admission of all qualified children regardless of race to Media Friends School in the late 1930s.

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Opal Thornburg collection on Marcus Mote, 1947

Extent:
.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:
This collection is comprised of the clippings, illustrations, and correspondence of Opal Thornburg, related to her research on Marcus Mote. The collection includes biographical sketch of Marcus Mote.

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Newlin family correspondence, 1839-1846 (inclusive)

Extent:
.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
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This collection is comprised of the correspondence of the Newlin family. The majority of letters are addressed to Rachel Newlin, written by her brothers, Nicholas and William, and her sister, Hannah Ann Walter. The letters discuss family news, social calls, and events attended, particularly marriages in the Quaker community.

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Inazo Nitobe papers, 1890, 1897 (inclusive)

Extent:
.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
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This collection is comprised of the papers of Inazo Nitobe, and includes two 5,000 Japanese yen notes; three letters, addressed to Anna Hartshorne, Anna Brown, and Henry Brown; and a postcard featuring a portrait photo of Inazo Nitobe.

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T. Vail Palmer manuscripts, 1976-1977 (inclusive)

Extent:
.1 linear ft. (2 folders)
Abstract:
This collection is comprised of two typed manuscripts written by T. Vail Palmer Jr. during his time as a T. Wistar Brown Fellow at Haverford College from 1976 to 1977.

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Esther B. Rhoads collection on Quakers in Japan, 1897-1935 (inclusive)

Extent:
.1 linear ft. (2 folders)
Abstract:
This collection is comprised of three folders of materials related to Quakers in Japan, and specifically focuses on information about Anna C. Hartshorne, an American Quaker, and Inazo Nitobe, a Japanese Quaker, collected by Esther B. Rhoads.

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Satterthwaite family papers, 1735-1924 (inclusive)

Extent:
.25 linear ft. (7 folders)
Abstract:
Satterthwaite family materials are primarily letters of family members in the 18th century to William Satterthwaite, as well as genealogical information (deaths, marriages, children, mostly 19th century) on the Satterthwaite, Mitchell, Stackhouse, Palmer, Simpson, Tomlinson, Wood, Croasdale, and other families.

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Stokes family correspondence, Undated

Extent:
.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
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This collection is comprised of a single folder of typed transcripts of the Stokes family correspondence. The originals date from 1780-1863.

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Stephen Straight correspondence, 1962-1966

Extent:
.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
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Letters respond to questions originally posed by Stephen Straight about specific Quaker Meetings in America, Canada, and Ireland or about regional Quaker issues. Some respondents include: Frederick Tolles, Edwin Bronner, Hannah Stapler, Richard Dunn, Glenn Reece, and Richmond Miller. A few maps, photographs and pamphlets accompany these responses.

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Thomas family papers, 1697-1700 (inclusive)

Extent:
.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:
This collection is comprised of a single folder of the papers of the Thomas family, and includes a letter from Thomas Jones of Haverford Monthly Meeting to Chester Monthly Meeting, documents related to the execution of a will, and a document pertaining to the purchase of land in 1682 by John Thomas and Edward Jones.

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John S. Haines financial records, 1864-1886 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.23 linear ft. (2 volumes)
Abstract:
The personal account books of John S. Haines record Haines's expenses, payments to various individuals and businesses, and his account balances at the end of each year.

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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.

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Samuel B. Haines correspondence, 1862-1869 (inclusive)

Extent:
.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:
This collection contains the correspondence of Samuel B. Haines. The letters were written primarily from army camps in Virginia and Maryland during the Civil War, mostly to Haines's mother, Deborah Bunting Haines.

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Morris-Libby papers, 1826, 1950, undated (inclusive)

Extent:
.1 linear ft. (3 folders)
Abstract:
This collection is comprised of the correspondence of Frederick Libby and Ellison Morris, regarding war crimes trials, as well as a number of photographs, including a photograph of Arch St.

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"The White Quakers Dublin, 1842-1858", Undated.

Extent:
0.0080 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
"The White Quakers of Dublin, 1842-1848," an essay by Ernest H. Bennis, focuses on Joshua Jacob, an Irish Quaker who began his own branch of Quakerism, called the "White Quakers."

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