Philadelphia Area Archives

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Thomas Evans and Benjamin T. Biggs farm account book, 1792-1800, 1847-1869 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 volume
Abstract:: This farm account book was kept by Dr. Thomas Evans and Benjamin T. Biggs of Pencader Hundred, Delaware, between 1792 and 1869.

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

Roger Newton Lambert physician's daybook, 1829 february 8-1834 april 24 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1 volume
Abstract:: This physician's daybook was kept by Dr. Roger Newton Lambert of Upton, Massachusetts, from 1829 to 1834. It records his visits to patients, medicine and advice dispensed, and other services rendered.

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

Jacob H. and William H. Wehner medical notebooks, 1867-1868 (inclusive)

Extent:: 2 volume ( 414 pages)
Abstract:: These two volumes were created by Philadelphia-area physicians Jacob H. Wehner and William H. Wehner between 1867 and 1868. They contain notes taken from various medical journal articles, notes from lectures given on medical topics at Jefferson Medical College (Philadelphia), and case studies of their own patients and those of other physicians.

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

The Olio or miscellaneous writings of Isaac S. French, student of medicine, 1853-1865 (inclusive) 1853-1860 (bulk)

Extent:: 2 volume (370 pages)
Abstract:: The journal of Dr. Isaac S. French contains original poems, essays, and entries describing his daily activities as a medical student at Dartmouth, New Hampshire, and physician from 1854 to 1861. French also described his relationships with several women and the early years of his marriage.

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