Year: <span class="single" data-blrl-single="1849">1849</span> - Philadelphia Area Archives Search Results

Booth Tarkington Papers, 1812-1956, 1812-1956 (inclusive) 1899-1946 (bulk)

Extent:: 281 boxes and 131.9 linear feet
Abstract:: Consists of extensive writings -- novels, plays, short stories, articles, film scenarios, radio scripts -- and correspondence of "The Gentleman from Indiana" Booth Tarkington, noted American author and winner of the Pulitzer Prize.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

Joseph Jefferson Collection, 1823-1976 (inclusive) 1829-1905 (bulk)

Extent:: 1 box and 0.4 linear feet
Abstract:: Joseph Jefferson (1829-1905) was an American actor and author. His collection consists of biographical newspaper clippings, 2 copies of his Autobiography, theatrical criticism and approbation, and clippings on family matters.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Rare Book Collection [Contact Us]

Edmund Kean Collection, 1814-1933 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 box
Abstract:: Consists of theater programs, newspaper clippings, and articles on English actor Edmund Kean, as well as portraits of Kean in various dramatic roles.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Rare Book Collection [Contact Us]

Princeton University Library Single Item Acquisitions, 1700-2024 (inclusive)

Extent:: .5 linear feet (1 box)
Abstract:: Consists of miscellaneous single-item acquisitions that span multiple collecting areas, topics, genres, and time periods.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

Geographical Playbills Collection, 1832-1980 (inclusive) 1925-1965 (bulk)

Extent:: 242 boxes and 105.61 linear feet
Abstract:: The Geographical Playbills Collection consists chiefly of playbills from the United States, but Great Britain, Canada, Bermuda, France, Germany, and Japan are also represented. Although this is a collection of playbills, there are also some letters, documents, printed matter, newspaper clippings, and miscellaneous material.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Rare Book Collection [Contact Us]

Edward Livingston Papers, 1683-1877 (inclusive) 1764-1836 (bulk)

Extent:: 178 boxes and 120 linear feet
Abstract:: The Edward Livingston Papers document the career of American lawyer, diplomat, statesman, and legal theorist Edward Livingston. The collection also contains domestic, financial, and property records of some three dozen others, mostly members of the Livingston/Beekman branch of the Hudson River Valley Livingstons and the Montgomery, Davezac, Barton, and Hunt families; the family surveyor/agent John Cox, Jr.; and an Albany-area merchant Benjamin French, whose forfeited estate ended up in Edward Livingston's hands for debt collection.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

George S. Rigby, Jr., Collection of Anthony Trollope, 1837-1939 (inclusive)

Extent:: 3 boxes and 0.83 linear feet
Abstract:: Consists of primarily correspondence of author Anthony Trollope and associates, as well as manuscript material, photographs, and drawings of Trollope.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

Benjamin Harris Brewster Papers, 1820-1887 (inclusive)

Extent:: 25 boxes
Abstract:: Consists mainly of correspondence and legal documents of Benjamin Harris Brewster (Princeton Class of 1834), much of it related to the Star Route prosecutions during Brewster's tenure as attorney general under President Chester Alan Arthur.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

Letters to Michaēl Iatros, 1837-1857 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 box and 0.2 linear feet
Abstract:: Consists of incoming letters to Michaēl Iatros, a Greek politician and merchant, from several merchants and philanthropists, and members of the clergy.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

The Library of Jacques Derrida, House Series, 1793-2013 (inclusive)

Extent:: 675 boxes and 16 items
Abstract:: Consists of the personal library of French philosopher Jacques Derrida and members of his household.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Rare Book Collection [Contact Us]

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