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Rebecca Singer Collins papers, 1824-1886 (inclusive)

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0.5 linear ft. (1 document box)
Abstract:
Letters and diaries of Rebecca Singer Collins (1804-1892), a nineteenth-century Quaker well known for her religious philanthropic work.

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

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Waln family commonplace books, 1814, undated

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0.06 linear ft. (3 volumes)
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The Waln family's commonplace books, written by Joseph Waln, Richard Waln, and Sarah Waln, include poetry and prose related to sin, illness, and death.

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

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"An Account of the Death of a Prussian Nobleman", 1924

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0.01 linear ft. (1 volume)
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The manuscript, "An Account of the Death of a Prussian Nobleman," written by Ruth S. Abbott, describes the death of a Prussian nobleman in 1749, as an example of the ideal, peaceful death of a faithful Christian.

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

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Susanna Sharpless manuscript, 1876 (inclusive)

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0.04 linear ft. (1 volume)
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The manuscript of Susanna Sharpless provides a brief biography of Aaron Sharpless and describes his illness and death. The manuscript provides a daily record of Aaron Sharpless's final days, with quotes from interactions with family members and prayers made by Aaron Sharpless on his death bed.

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