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Friends Social Union (Philadelphia, Pa.), 1924-1990 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.5 linear ft. (1 box)
Abstract:
Friends Social Union was founded in 1924 in Philadelphia, Pa., as a social club for Quaker men. In 1976 the by-laws were amended to include women as members. The records include by-laws, minutes, and miscellaneous, 1924-1990.

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

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Union Lyceum (Montgomery Co., Pa.) Records, 1875-1900 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.25 linear ft. (1 box)
Abstract:
The Union Lyceum, established 1875, was a literary society whose membership consisted primarily of members of the Society of Friends in the Ambler and Gwynedd area of Montgomery County, Pa. The records contain minutes 1875-1900 (gap 1891-1900) and the 25th Anniversary Program.

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

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Friends Reading Circle of Media, 1877-1891 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.21 linear ft. (1 box)
Abstract:
Friends Reading Circle of Media was a Quaker book group established in 1877 in Media, Pennsylvania, for the purpose of discussing Quaker and other religious writings and as a social gathering for Friends. This collection contains its minutes, 1877-1891. Also included are minutes of the Friends Reading Circle for the Northern District, 1875-1876, whose secretary, Elton B. Gifford, moved to the Media area in 1877.

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

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Pennsylvania Hall Association Records, 1837-1899 (bulk 1837-1849) (inclusive)

Extent:
0.25 linear ft. (1 box)
Abstract:
The Pennsylvania Hall Association was a stockholders association formed in 1837 to erect a building in Philadelphia dedicated "to Liberty and the Rights of Man." Many of the primary movers behind the Association were Quakers involved in the anti-slavery movement. The building was opened on May 14, 1838, and, as a symbol of the abolitionist movement, was destroyed by an angry mob on May 17, 1838. This collection contains minutes of the Board of Managers of the Association, 1838-1847, financial and other related materials concerning the financing and opening of the Hall and the events and litigation which followed. Individuals active in the Association included Daniel Neall, Samuel Webb, and Joseph M. Truman.

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

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Young Friends' Association (Philadelphia, Pa.), 1888-1976 (inclusive)

Extent:
13 linear ft. (28 boxes)
Abstract:
Philadelphia Young Friends' Association was a Hicksite organization established in 1888 for educational and social purposes. The Young Friends Association established and operated The Whittier, a hotel and social center in Philadelphia. The name of the Association was changed in 1957 to The Whittier Association. The collection contains minutes, financial records, correspondence, and other records.

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

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Trenton Friends Association Records, 1892-1908 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.5 linear ft. (1 box)
Abstract:
The Trenton Friends Association was formed in 1892 in Trenton, New Jersey, to promote "a thorough knowledge of the history and testimonies of the Society of Friends." Meetings were held monthly, except in the summer, in the Trenton Friends meeting house. Papers were presented on a variety of topics. The collection contains minutes, constitution and bylaws, and manuscripts of papers read at meetings.

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

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Friends Literary and Library Association of New York, 1880-1906 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.21 linear ft. (1 box)
Abstract:
The Friends Literary and Library Association was a Hicksite Quaker organization formed in New York City in 1880 to provide the opportunity for mutual improvement in religious and literary subjects. Records from 1880 to 1906 include minutes, treasurers' records, and library catalogues.

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

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Novelty Records, 1887-1992 (inclusive)

Extent:
1.5 linear ft. (3 box)
Abstract:
The Novelty was a women's social club founded in Lansdowne, Pennsylvania, in 1887. Most of its first members were Quakers and members of Lansdowne Monthly Meeting. The group was established "for the promotion of sociability and good house and home-keeping," according to its by-laws. The records include minutes, 1887-1938 and scattered, 1954, 1982-1984; by-laws and membership lists and attendance, writings by members, histories, and some miscellaneous material.

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

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Sewing Society (New York, N.Y.) minutes, 1833-1853 (inclusive)

Extent:
.1 linear ft. (.1 linear feet (3 vols.(1 folder)))
Abstract:
The collection contains the minutes, 1833-1853, of the Sewing Society which was established in 1833 by a group of New York Orthodox Quaker women. Its mission was to prepare clothing for the poor.

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

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Collected papers of Alice P. Hadley and the Thread and Needle Society, 1873-1897 (bulk) 1873-1897, 2015 (inclusive)

Extent:
.5 linear ft.
Abstract:
Alice C. Paxson Hadley (1857-1919) was the daughter of Frederick and Lydia Betts Paxson, Philadelphia Hicksite Quakers. She was a founding member of the Thread and Needle Society, a social and charitable club of young Friends. Alice kept a diary that recorded events and meetings of the group 1873 to 1880 which were transcribed by her granddaughter, and she collected memorabilia and speeches she presented.

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

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