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Soloman Cresson papers, Undated.

Extent:

.01 linear ft. (1 folder)

Abstract:

This collection is comprised of the photocopy of a marriage certificate of Soloman Cresson and Anna Watson, and a photocopied descendants table.

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

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"Account of a visit paid to the Indians in New York State", Undated.

Extent:

0.1 linear ft. (1 volume)

Abstract:

This collection is comprised of the single volume manuscript describing Joshua Sharpless's visit to Native American tribes in New York state with John Pierce and Henry Simmons. The inside cover includes the signature of Aaron Sharpless, and it appears that he may have copied the manuscript from the diaries of Joshua Sharpless.

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

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Thomas Lewis manuscripts, Undated.

Extent:

.05 linear ft. (1 folder)

Abstract:

This collection is comprised of the manuscripts of Thomas Lewis, including two handwritten copies of "An Expstulatory Address," and two typed poems.

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

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Robert Proud manuscripts, Undated.

Extent:

.01 linear ft. (1 folder)

Abstract:

This collection is comprised of the single folder collection of Robert Proud's manuscripts. The majority of the collection is comprised of notes on Robert Proud's life, presumably written by a descendant. The most significant item is titled "Notes & memorandums by Robert Proud of Philadelphia respecting his early turn of mind, education etc., anno 1786." There is also information in another hand about other Proud family members, a Robert Proud signature, and some fragments.

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

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Lippincott family tree, Undated.

Extent:

.01 linear ft. (5 items)

Abstract:

This collection is comprised of the five pieces of the large illustrated Lippincott family tree, which at one time belonged to Charles Lippincott.

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

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"John Comly and Philadelphia Yearly Meeting, 1827-1828", Undated.

Extent:

0.04 linear ft. (1 volume)

Abstract:

This collection is comprised of the single typed volume entitled "John Comly and Philadelphia Yearly Meeting, 1827-1828." The manuscript was copied from the original by one of Comly's grandsons. The original manuscript was written for "Rupp's History of the Religious Denominations of the United States" in Byberry Friends' Library.

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

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Samuel Heaton mathematics notebook, Undated

Extent:

0.02 linear ft. (1 volume)

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Thomas Scantlebury commonplace book, Undated.

Extent:

.1 linear ft. (1 volume)

Abstract:

The commonplace book of Thomas Scantlebury is almost entirely comprised of an "extract from the Journal of George Fox," as well as a single copied letter addressed to Thomas Aldum.

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

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George Dillwyn commonplace book, Undated

Extent:

0.1 linear ft. (1 volume)

Abstract:

George Dillwyn was a Quaker minister, and his commonplace book includes poetry, short stories, hymns, extracts from letters and meeting minutes, and quotes from famous authors such as Shakespeare, Milton, and Chaucer. The majority of the volume is composed of lists of extracts organized by topic, including topics such as: anger, affectation, old age, ambition, abstinence, religion, books, revenge, praise, sincerity, death, and temperance.

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Miranda Gibbons commonplace book, Undated

Extent:

0.06 linear ft. (1 volume)

Abstract:

The commonplace book of Miranda Gibbons contains poetry, extracts, a memorandum for Henry G. Williams, and extracts from speeches.

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