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Joseph Mendenhall papers, 1882-1903 (inclusive)

Extent:
.15 linear ft. (3 folders)
Abstract:
The collection consists primarily of lively letters by Joseph Mendenhall, a Quaker bachelor, to his cousin. They are written from Lawrence, Kansas, between 1882 and 1903, on topics ranging from Quaker ministers, the possibility of less plainness in meetinghouses, and many details about episodes in his or others' lives.

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

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Leeds and Tatum family collection, 1829-1925 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.44 linear ft.
Abstract:
The collection consists primarily of photographs depicting various Tatum and Leeds family members, including Sarah Mickle Tatum and Lewis L. Tatum, and also Daniel Leeds and a picnic at the Joseph Sturge First Day School. In addition, there are commonplace books of Sarah M. Tatum, at least one kept while she was a student at Westtown Boarding School in Westtown, Pennsylvania, and of Lewis L. Tatum.

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

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Pike family papers, 1769-1902 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.4 linear ft.
Abstract:
Collection contains letters, memorials, commonplace books, and miscellaneous items of the Pike family, especially Sarah Pike, and letters of Thomas Scattergood to his son, Alfred Scattergood.

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

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Wood family papers, 1839-1885

Extent:
.2 linear ft. (5 folders)
Abstract:
This collection is comprised of the papers of the Wood family, and includes primarily sketches made by various family members, and engravings of Quaker leaders, though it also includes a single letter to Richard D. Wood, two unidentified photographs and the Will of Julianna R. Wood.

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

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Elliston P. Morris letterbook, 1831-1915 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.45 linear ft. (5 volumes)
Abstract:
This collection is comprised of four volumes of Elliston Morris's letterbooks, three large bound volumes, and one volume of Bushnell's Perfect Letter Copying Book. All volumes in the collection contain business correspondence related to financial transactions, including loans, and the buying and selling of real estate.

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

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Logan family papers, 1684-1925 (inclusive)

Extent:
11.0 linear feet and 10 containers, 62 volumes
Abstract:
The Logan family was prominent in Philadelphia from the start of the province, serving the people in many capacities, including political, medical and literary. This is a collection of manuscripts obtained by the Library Company of Philadelphia that relates to the Logan family. The collection includes papers of the Logan family members Albanus Charles, Algernon Sydney, Deborah Norris, William Jr., and James as well as family materials collected by Frances A. Logan and William Logan Fox. The collection dates from 1684 to 1925 and consists of family papers, correspondence, diaries, writings, medical texts, lecture notes, financial records, poetry, visiting cards, and invitations.

Held at: Library Company of Philadelphia [Contact Us]

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Niles family photographs and slides, 1881-2006 (inclusive)

Extent:
5.13 cubic ft. (22 boxes)
Abstract:
Mary Cushing (Howard) Niles (1900-1993) was a pioneer in the field of personnel management, and her husband, Henry E. Niles (1900-1993), was a management executive. Both were active in Quaker concerns. This collection includes formal portraits of family members, career-related pictures, travel photos, family photos, photos of family friends, and miscellaneous photos, along with slides and negatives.

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

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