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Gilbert White presidential papers, 1944-1955 (inclusive) 1946-1955 (bulk)

Extent:
2 linear ft. (2 boxes)
Abstract:
Gilbert Fowler White's papers are sparse and provide little documentation of what was a very popular presidency. Their transfer to the archives appears to have been totally random, with a portion found as part of a transfer of Provost records. They have been placed in one alphabetical arrangement. There is some information on the efforts for Haverford, Bryn Mawr, and Swarthmore cooperation, the response to the Korean War, and curriculum considerations. Correspondence on White's appointment and his resignation and the letters of appreciation written for the Haverford News give some indications of the College community's expectations for his presidency and his success in meeting those expectations. The texts and notes for his speeches to Haverford audiences, Quaker schools and organizations, government, civic, and professional groups do not provide additional documentation of his administration at Haverford, but do reveal his observations on education, world affairs, natural...(see more)

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Felix Morley presidential papers, 1931-1980 (inclusive) 1940-1945 (bulk)

Extent:
1.89 cubic ft. (5 boxes)
Abstract:
This is a small group of papers, 1940-1945, primarily relating to Haverford President Felix M. Morley's efforts to balance college support of the war without militarization. A portion of the files are from the files of Board member J. Henry Scattergood. Both the Morley and Scattergood material consist primarily of correspondence on bringing government subsidized non-combatant units to Haverford, as well as Haverford's own Relief and Reconstruction program. There is some information on his appointment and resignation as College president and some post-presidential correspondence.

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

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Ambrose Hunt course notes, 1844

Extent:
.014 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:
The collection consists of two notebooks. The first contains notes on Lectures on Greek Tragedy. The second holds notes on lectures given by Henry D. Gregory to the senior class. The Gregory lectures seem to be partly autobiographical.

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

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John W. Spaeth lecture notes, 1915-1916 (inclusive)

Extent:
.06 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:
This collection is made up of two notebooks: one for English 9a (1915-1916) and one for English 10b (1916). Both classes were taught by Dr. Francis B. Gummere.

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Haverford College Corporation records, 1830-2022 (inclusive)

Extent:
8.59 linear ft. (8 volumes and 15 boxes)
Abstract:
The Haverford College Corporation records contain records relating to the establishment of Haverford College as a corporation, including the Charter and its amendments, meeting minutes, committee and working group records, reports and resolutions, and deeds and legal documents.

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

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Faculty Women's Club records, 1928-1975 (inclusive)

Extent:
1 linear ft. (2 boxes)
Abstract:
The Faculty Women's Club records contains by-laws, meeting minutes, correspondence, and report. Additionally the records include receipts, newspaper articles, surveys taken by the members of the club describing various possible actives, and accounting/budgeting notes.

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

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