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Perot Family papers, 1684-1939 (inclusive)

Extent:

2 linear ft. (4 boxes)

Abstract:

A history across several generations of Quaker brewers beginning with Anthony Morris in the 17th century. As well, there is genealogical and biographical information on the Perot, Marshall, Morris, Gomey, Siter, Powell, and Wilcox families.

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

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Philadelphia Yearly Meeting Marriage Council Committee records, 1933-1965 (inclusive)

Extent:

1 linear ft. (2 boxes)

Abstract:

Records include accounts, correspondence, lists of members, minutes, reports of the committee, speeches, and statements of function and services. Chaired by Lovett Dewees, M.D. from 1933 to ca. 1954, the committee established a marriage counseling service in 1954 and dealt with issues such as divorce, sex education, and marriage.

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

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William Pyle Philips collection, 1795-1921 (inclusive) 1895-1915 (bulk)

Extent:

1.5 linear ft. (4 boxes)

Abstract:

Primarily the personal papers of William Pyle Philips (1882-1950), as well as a collection of 12 letters of United States presidents.

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

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Howard Comfort and Ezra Pound correspondence, 1955-1968 (inclusive)

Extent:

0.25 linear ft. (1 box)

Abstract:

The papers of Ezra Pound, including his correspondence with Haverford College professor Howard Comfort, and letters about Pound, especially about his confinement at St. Elizabeth's Hospital for the Insane.

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

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Esther B. Rhoads papers, circa 1895-1979 (inclusive)

Extent:

31 linear ft. (39 boxes and 11 volumes)

Abstract:

The papers of Esther Rhoads (1896-1979), a member of an influential Philadelphia Quaker family, Rhoads was a teacher, later head, of Friends Girls' School in Tokyo for over 50 years. She was also of great importance in work with Licensed Agencies for Relief in Asia and with the American Friends Service Committee, to assist Japanese-Americans affected by the War Relocation Act (forced removal and incarceration). Materials include correspondence, documents, typescripts and manuscripts, pamphlets, albums, periodicals, blueprints, works of art on paper, photographs, notebooks, notes, scrapbooks, calligraphy, clippings, yearbooks, business cards, passports, diplomas, citations, and miscellaneous items.

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

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Jonathan Richard papers, 1870-1881 (inclusive)

Extent:

.25 linear ft. (1 box)

Abstract:

Letters, invoices, vouchers, account book, and other financial records related to Jonathan Richard's work as Agent at Wichita, Kansas, from 1870 to 1876. Material deals primarily with Richard's attempts to settle government claims against him regarding a disputed balance of over $23,000.

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

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Roberts Family papers, 1709-1937 (inclusive)

Extent:

0.5 linear ft. (1 document box)

Abstract:

Letters, diaries, genealogical material and legal papers of the 19th century Quaker Roberts, Hooton and related families.

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

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George Selleck papers, 1801-1980 (inclusive)

Extent:

0.5 linear ft. (1 box)

Abstract:

A collection of some papers of Quaker author George Selleck, inlcuding essays relating to his book Quakers in Boston, 1656-1964: three centuries of Friends in Boston and Cambridge.

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

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Isaac Sharpless papers, 1876-1987 (inclusive)

Extent:

1.5 linear ft. (3 boxes)

Abstract:

Letters, letterbook, photographs, portraits, illustrations, clippings, essays, addresses, lectures, passports, misc. printed items, and academic hood of Isaac Sharpless.

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

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Smith Family papers, 1821-1893 (inclusive)

Extent:

0.5 linear ft. (2 boxes, 2 volumes)

Abstract:

The papers of two 19th century Smith family members, Seth Smith and Edward Smith, the former a teacher and astronomer, the latter a medical doctor. Seth Smith was likely a Quaker.

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