Philadelphia Area Archives

Start Over Subject Families--Delaware--History--19th century

Morris family papers, 1740-1985 (inclusive) 1864-1925 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 linear foot, 1 oversize box, and 1 vhs tape
Abstract:: Hugh M. Morris (1878-1966) was a Delaware lawyer and served as a federal district judge from 1919-1930. The Morris family papers, spanning the dates 1740-1985 and including legal deeds, account books, personal and busienss correspondence, legal records and photographs, documents the lives and career of Judge Hugh Morris and members of his extended family and network.

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

G. Burton Pearson, Jr., papers, 1840-1999 (inclusive) 1880-1950 (bulk)

Extent:: 6.3 linear foot (7 boxes) and 3 oversize box
Abstract:: Personal correspondence, papers, and photographs from Delaware lawyer, judge, and banker George Burton Pearson, Jr., as well as papers from relatives in the Pearson, Cochran, Warren, and Hardcastle families.

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

Virden family papers, 1783-1901 (inclusive) 1820s-1860s (bulk)

Extent:: .33 linear foot (1 box) and 1 oversize removal
Abstract:: This collection relates to the Virden (or Virdin) family of Delaware, specifically Samuel Virden (1793-1876) of Kent County and his descendants. Samuel's children and their spouses also figure prominently in this collection. The Virden family papers, spanning the years 1783-1901, consist of thirty-six letters, receipts, deeds, accounts, and other documents.

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