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William Smith Collection, 1755

Extent:: 0.083 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:: This collection contains a handwritten copy of correspondance from William Smith, an Anglican priest and the first Provost of Philadelphia College (later the University of Pennsylvania), to an unnamed acquaintance in England regarding the political history of colonial Pennsylvania and the threat of a French invasion of the colony. Includes harsh criticism of the Germans residing in Pennsylvania and of the political inaction of the Quaker political elite.

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

Albert Vann Fowler scrapbook, 1927-1936 (inclusive)

Extent:: .2 linear ft. (1 volume)
Abstract:: The scrapbook, also referred to as the 'memory book', begins in 1927, during Albert Vann Fowler's time at Haverford. It contains clippings and letters from notables of the day. Additionally, there are photographs of buildings and people on Haverford's campus. The scrapbook primarily covers the endeavors of the Liberal Club, of which Albert Vann Fowler was chairman. It documents the talks of numerous speakers who came to campus, addressing topics of socialism and anti-war. Photographs include a class photo, Lloyd Hall, the Observatory, Ryan Gymnasium, and the entrance to the college. Finally, there is an address book of friends and acquaintences with home addresses and commentary.

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

Edward Drinker Cope notebooks, 1854-1858 (inclusive)

Extent:: .1 linear ft. (1 box)
Abstract:: This collection includes two notebooks of scientist and paleontologist Edward Drinker Cope.

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

Ogden Family Letters, 1818-1860 (inclusive)

Extent:: .02 linear ft. (1 box)
Abstract:: Letters of the Ogden family, involved in land transations in Western New York state in the late nineteenth century.

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

Howard J. Hogenauer scrapbook, 1920-1924 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1.02 linear ft. (1 box)
Abstract:: This scrapbook contains documents related to Howard J. Hogenauer's student life and general on-campus happenings, predominantly from his freshman year (1920-1921), but also pertaining to years throughout his four-year tenure at Haverford (1920-1924).

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

Francis R. Taylor course papers, 1903-1906 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.21 linear ft. (1 box)
Abstract:: Francis R. Taylor was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on December 31, 1884, and attended Haverford College from 1902 to 1906. His course papers contain class notes between the years of 1903 and 1906.

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

James Wood collection, 1891-1999 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.43 linear ft. (1 box)
Abstract:: This collection contains "The Education of James Wood" (1909, original manuscript, typed transcription), "Wood Family Reminiscences" (1909, typed transcription), and assorted family photographs, framed and unframed.

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

Francis M. Stifler scrapbook, 1921-1925 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1.25 linear ft. (1 box)
Abstract:: Francis M. Stifler was born in Roselle, New Jersey, on March 11, 1903, and attended Haverford College from 1921 to 1925. The Francis M. Stifler scrapbook contains materials related to Francis's student life and general on-campus happenings during his tenure at the college. Among the collected materials are official college forms and corresponces; tickets, programs, and invitations from various on-campus events and sporting contests; photographs of Haverford buildings and Haverford students; and materials related to the operations of several Haverford clubs, including the Rhinies, the Young Men's Christian Association, and the Cap and Bells Club.

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

Addition to Dorothy and Douglas Steere papers, 1946-2003 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.43 linear ft. (1 boxes)
Abstract:: This collection contains the research materials, personal photographs, mementos, writings, and journals of Dorothy Steere.

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

Anna Lau Familiar Places photographs, 1995

Extent:: 1.21 linear ft. (1 box)
Abstract:: The Anna Lau Familiar Places photographs contains 22 prints as well as a printed title page, table of contents, and artist statement from the "Familiar Places" photography portfolio created by Haverford student Anna Lau in 1995. All photographs are of the Haverford College campus, except for one of McCabe Library at Swarthmore College.

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

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