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Leary and Company (Leary's Bookstore) archives, 1840s-1969

Extent:: 21.0 boxes and and 91 volumes
Abstract:: William A. Leary, was a small-time book seller in 1836 when he journeyed to Philadelphia to establish a sidewalk book stall on North Second Street. As business prospered, Leary moved to several different locations, finally settling at 138 North Second Street which was right next door to the Camel Tavern, a landmark in Philadelphia. Leary’s Book Store specialized in selling inexpensive, second—hand books. Because of its large inventory and cheap prices, Leary’s developed a national reputation. In addition to selling and buying books, Leary expanded his base of operations by venturing into the publishing business in the 1850s. William A. Leary, Jr. took over the book store in 1865. Stuart and Charles Mann purchased the store from the Leary Estate in 1876. Under the Stuart’s management, Leary’s became one of the largest old book dealers in the world. As more people moved to and shopped in the suburbs, Leary’s customer base declined. Leary’s went out of business on November 20, 1968....(see more)

Held at: Temple University Libraries Special Collections Research Center [Contact Us]

Scrapbook of automobiles, 1936-1954 (inclusive) 1950-1954 (bulk)

Extent:: 1 volume (48 pages)
Abstract:: This single volume scrapbook contains advertisements for automobiles, as clipped from magazines published during the 1950s, particularly the Saturday Evening Post, plus an occasional newspaper clipping.

Held at: University of Delaware Library Special Collections [Contact Us]

Centennial Exposition scrapbook, 1876 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 volume (76 pages)
Abstract:: This scrapbook of advertisements, trade cards, and collectible ephemera from the 1876 Centennial Exposition was created by Richard W. Davids.

Held at: University of Delaware Library Special Collections [Contact Us]

Notes on practice of medicine taken by S. P. Kerns from the lectures of J. M. DaCosta, M.D., L.L.D. Emeritus Professor of Practice of Medicine in the Jefferson Medical College of Philadelphia Pa., approximately 1889-1891 (inclusive)

Extent:: 2 volume (300 pages)
Abstract:: These notebooks belonged to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, doctor Samuel Proctor Kerns and contain notes on lectures given by Jacob M. Da Costa at Jefferson Medical College from 1889 to 1891 on diseases of the nervous, circulatory, and respiratory systems.

Held at: University of Delaware Library Special Collections [Contact Us]

L. Wood sketchbook of poster and show card designs, approximately 1924-1929 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 volume
Abstract:: This single volume sketchbook by English artist L. Wood contains graphite and painted advertising designs created for posters and show cards used in windows of London-based companies active in the 1920s.

Held at: University of Delaware Library Special Collections [Contact Us]

Delaware State Lotteries letter advertising special ticket package by Seary Company, 1860 november 20 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 item (1 page)
Abstract:: Document issued by the Seary Company, acting as General Agents for the Delaware State Lotteries, soliciting the purchase of a package of lottery tickets.

Held at: University of Delaware Library Special Collections [Contact Us]

John Costen real estate advertisement, 1871 december 16 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 item (1 page)
Abstract:: One autograph draft of a real estate advertisement for properties in Kent County, Delaware, near Marydel, Delaware, sent to several newspapers by John Costen of Dover, Delaware, on December 16, 1871.

Held at: University of Delaware Library Special Collections [Contact Us]

Grace Lloyd Walsh papers, 1910-1992 (inclusive) 1913-1935 (bulk) 1957-1970 (bulk)

Extent:: 1.5 linear foot (3 boxes)
Abstract:: The Grace Lloyd Walsh papers consist of approximately 1.5 linear feet of personal and business papers, a scrapbook, photographs, and ephemera documenting the personal and professional life of prominent Wilmington businesswoman and freelance artist Grace Lloyd Collins Walsh (1896?–1992).

Held at: University of Delaware Library Special Collections [Contact Us]

Cuala Industries records, 1903-1943 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 linear foot (3 boxes)
Abstract:: This small collection of Cuala Industries records includes business correspondence from Elizabeth and Lily Yeats, as well as hand-colored cards and broadsides from the Cuala Press.

Held at: University of Delaware Library Special Collections [Contact Us]

William S. Auchincloss scrapbook, 1862-1892 (inclusive)

Extent:: .3 linear foot (1 box)
Abstract:: This one-volume scrapbook, with contents spanning 1862- 1892, includes correspondence, maps, tickets, papers, photographs, newspaper clippings, documents, advertisements, and drawings; and was largely assembled from the professional activities of William S. Auchincloss. Evidence within the scrapbook points to the wide range of interests that captured the attention of Auchincloss, a civil and mechanical engineer, originally from New York who later resided in Wilmington, Delaware, and in Philadelphia. He traveled widely, participated in numerous professional societies and meetings, corresponded with a variety of individuals about an array of interests, created useful inventions and innovations, offered public lectures on topics from several areas of expertise, and wrote extensively about his travels, professional work, and biblical studies.

Held at: University of Delaware Library Special Collections [Contact Us]

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