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Irene Wales papers, 1939-1940 (inclusive)

Extent:
.1 linear ft. (2 folders)
Abstract:
This collection is comprised of two folders of Irene Wales's papers. It includes a single folder of her correspondence with Thomas E. Drake, curator of the Quaker Collection at Haverford College, and a folder of materials related to Wales's research on 18th century Quaker history.

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

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Samuel J. Bunting scrapbook, 1924-1940 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.27 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
Samuel J. Bunting's scrapbook includes Quaker meeting minutes, sheet music, clippings related to the Society of Friends, poetry, printed religious illustrations of Quakers, materials related to the Sesqui-Centennial International Exposition, clippings related to history of Quakers in Philadelphia, pamphlets on Thomas Jefferson, pamphlets on the history of Philadelphia, and articles on World War I from "The Christian Century."

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

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"Just Among Friends: The Quaker Way of Life", 1940

Extent:
0.2 linear ft. (4 folders)
Abstract:
William Wistar Comfort's draft manuscripts of his book, "Just Among Friends: The Quaker Way of Life" describe the Quaker way of life, and the influence Quakers have had on issues of tolerance, peace, and economic and social justice. The manuscript includes Wistar's notes and edits, and the collection includes promotional materials related to the book's publication.

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

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"The Literature of the American Quaker before 1825", 1939

Extent:
0.48 linear ft. (3 volumes)
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Robert H. Morgan's dissertation focuses on Quaker ideals and principles, as well as Quakers' reactions to contemporary life as exhibited through Quaker literature prior to 1825.

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

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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.

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

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Jane Maule diaries, 1866-1939 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.66 linear ft. (11 volumes, 1 folder)
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Diary entries describe weather, Quaker meetings, family news, and births, deaths, and marriages within the family and Quaker community.

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

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"Book of Epistles of George Fox, Founder of Quakerism", 1937-1938 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.33 linear ft. (2 volumes)
Abstract:
These manuscripts of "Book of Epistles of George Fox, Founder of Quakerism," which was originally written in 1714 by Thomas Richardson, are typed transcripts of the original document, as compiled by Thomas Richardson's descendants, Edward Wanton Smith, Esther Morton Smith, and Anna Wharton Wood. The manuscript includes an introduction which discusses the history of Thomas Richardson's volume of the epistles of George Fox and its inheritance to subsequent generations, and provides biographical information for Thomas Richardson. Letters in the volume include those to Men and Women's Quarterly and Monthly Meetings, to Friends in Barbados, to Friends in Maryland and Virginia, and to Friends in Dublin.

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

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John Woolman Memorial Association records, 1915-1937

Extent:
0.23 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
The John Woolman Memorial Association was founded in 1915 by Amelia Mott Gummere. It operates out of a historic house in Mount Holly, New Jersey, where John Woolman's family lived, and where their apple orchard once existed. According to its by-laws, its purpose was "the preservation of John Woolman's house [...], for the purpose of social service in the spirit of John Woolman and for antiquarian interest." It is still a working organization today. This collection contains one volume of records, mostly minutes from the John Woolman Memorial Association. It spans from its start in 1915, finishing with dedication to the death of Amelia Mott Gummere, founder of the Association, in 1937.

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

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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.

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

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Haverford Meeting House publications, 1934

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

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John Henry Douglas papers, 1906-1933 (inclusive)

Extent:
.1 linear ft. (3 folders)
Abstract:
This collection is composed of three folders of typed transcripts of correspondence, manuscripts, and portrait photographs relating to John Henry Douglas (1832-1919).

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Mary Hoxie Jones papers, 1930-1931 (inclusive)

Extent:
.05 linear ft. (2 folders)
Abstract:
This collection is comprised of the typed scripts of a play written by Mary Hoxie Jones, entitled "The King's Missive," as well as two copies of the program of the Annual Business Meeting and Entertainment of Friends Historical Association, and a reproduced letter with a wax seal addressed to "Carles R." and signed by "William Morris," and was presumably used as a prop in a production of "The King's Missive."

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Schulze-Gavernitz correspondence, 1904-1931 (inclusive)

Extent:
.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:
This collection is comprised of the correspondence of Professor Gearhart von Schulze-Gavernitz, primarily written to Mr. Hoag. The correspondence is largely related to Schulze Gavernitz's visit to Battle Creek Monthly Meeting, and his health.

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Gummere family papers, 1901-1929 (inclusive)

Extent:
.3 linear ft. (11 folders)
Abstract:
This collection is comprised of the correspondence, photographs, and clippings of the Gummere family.

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Charles Wood correspondence, 1862-1869 (bulk) 1862-1928 (inclusive)

Extent:
1.16 linear ft. (8 volumes, 1 folder)
Abstract:
Charles Wood was born a Quaker and later became a Presbyterian minister. This collection is comprised of eight volumes of his compiled correspondence. Each volume contains personal correspondence from family and friends related to Wood's education, news of his family, and discussions of social outings and cricket.

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

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"The Contribution of the Quakers to the Reconstruction of the Southern States", 1926

Extent:
0.15 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
Francis Anscombe's dissertation, "The Contribution of the Quakers to the Reconstruction of the Southern States," was written in partial fulfillment of the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in the department of history and government at the University of North Carolina. The manuscript includes descriptions of Quakers' religious tenents and beliefs about war. It focuses largely on descriptions of Quakers' efforts at reconstruction during the antebellum era, particularly in North Carolina and Maryland, and focuses on the re-establishment of schools in southern states.

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

Extent:
0.15 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
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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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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Walter Koch correspondence, 1923

Extent:
.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:
This collection is comprised of the typed correspondence of Walter Koch, and is written in both German and English. Koch generally corresponds with Friends in the United States about their financial "gift," toward his efforts to teach Quaker texts in German schools, and his promotion of the pacifist movement in Germany.

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Anna Mary Woodward scrapbook, 1896-1923 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.16 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
Anna Mary Woodward's scrapbook includes clippings related to Quaker history and Quaker meeting houses, clippings from The Friend, post cards of meeting houses, a Quaker calendar for 1911, clippings about Quaker ministers, materials of the Bi-Centennial Celebration of the reunion of two historic societies, and information about Friends' missions in Japan, China, and Ramallah.

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Richard Mead Atwater papers, 1862-1922 (inclusive)

Extent:
.01 linear ft. (3 folders)
Abstract:
Richard Mead Atwater (1844-1922) was the son of Stephen Atwater and Mary Weaver, both of whom were Quaker. This collection is comprised of Atwater's diary, 1862; letters concerning Brown University; club memberships and letters concerning the memberships and autobiographical remarks written in 1917 as well as an earlier biographical sketch.

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

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Pennsylvania History Press letterbook, 1920-1922 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.18 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
This collection is comprised of the single volume letterbook of the Pennsylvania History Press, and includes the business correspondence of the organization. Many of the letters are addressed to various members of the press, including Arthur H. Thomas, Richard T. Cadbury, Rayner W. Kelsey, and Arthur N. Leeds. Pasted into the front cover of the volume is a pamphlet entitled "At the Forks of the Delaware, 1794-1811," published by the Pennsylvania History Press.

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

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George A. Selleck diary, 1920

Extent:
0.08 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:
The diary of George A. Selleck's trip from his home in Kansas to England to attend the Friend's Peace Conference as a delegate. Entries detail Selleck's travel by train from Kansas to Philadelphia and on to New York, his voyage from New York to Liverpool, and his travels within England. Upon his arrival in England, entries describe sight seeing, largely in Devonshire, as well as Friends visited and Meetings attended.

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Friends World Conference minutes, 1920

Extent:
.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:
This collection is comprised of the typed minutes of a Meeting of the Committee on arrangements for the London Conference.

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Thomas C. Potts correspondence, 1920

Extent:
.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:
This collection is comprised of the personal correspondence of Thomas C. Potts. Many of the letters are written from Potts to Ethel, his wife, while he was traveling with the American Friends Service Committee in 1920.

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Sharpless family papers, 1891-1920 (inclusive)

Extent:
.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:
This collection contains materials of the Sharpless family, related to the Anna T. Jeanes and Joseph Jeanes Fund and the George School.

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George Magee papers, 1916-1919 (inclusive)

Extent:
.05 linear ft. (2 folders)
Abstract:
The collection primarily consists of letters from Charles Sommer to Mr. and Mrs. George Magee, but also includes an award certificate and letter to Mrs. Magee from the Belgium Relief Committee.

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Philadelphia Yearly Meeting papers, 1692, 1917

Extent:
.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:
This collection is comprised of a single folder of miscellaneous papers related to the Philadelphia Yearly Meeting. The collection includes three handwritten pages of journal fragments, a handwritten interview with George Keith, as reported to PYM (1692), a photocopy and typed transcript of the PYM Declaration of Beliefs, three handwritten pages of minutes for the PYM Meeting for Suffering, and a typed informal report concerning Emergency Service Work (1917).

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Joseph Joshua Green manuscripts, 1917, undated

Extent:
0.04 linear ft. (2 volumes)
Abstract:
The biographies written by Joseph John Green include that of Samuel Cater, an early British Quaker, and of "Bishop" John Hall.

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Walter Hinchman papers, 1879-1917 (inclusive)

Extent:
.15 linear ft. (3 folders)
Abstract:
This collection is comprised of the papers of Walter Hinchman, including biographical manuscripts, correspondence, and drawings.

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Lydia Swain Hinchman letterbooks, 1867-1916 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.39 linear ft. (2 volumes)
Abstract:
Each volume of Lydia Swain Hinchman's letterbooks includes both business and personal correspondence. Letters are addressed to both Lydia Swain Hinchman and her husband, Charles Shoemaker Hinchman. Generally, personal correspondence is addressed to Lydia Swain Hinchman, while business correspondence is addressed to Charles Shoemaker Hinchman.

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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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