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James & Drinker account book, 1757-1802 (inclusive)

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0.08 linear ft. (1 volume)

Abstract:

The account book for doctors James and Drinker records payments made and received. Payments were often made in bonds or cash.

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Daniel B. Smith commonplace books, 1803-1809 (inclusive)

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0.13 linear ft. (2 volumes)

Abstract:

The two commonplace books of Daniel B. Smith include copied poems and extracts of religious essays.

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Elizabeth Hooton receipt books, 1794-1818 (inclusive)

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0.12 linear ft. (3 volumes)

Abstract:

Entries in Elizabeth Hooton's receipt books include payments made by Hooton, who they were paid to, and for what. The majority of expenses recorded in the volumes are payments for rent, monthly washing, and yearly taxes.

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Anonymous financial records, 1778-1779 (inclusive)

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0.04 linear ft. (1 volume)

Abstract:

This collection is comprised of a single volume anonymous account book, which is "an account of mony advanced for the Poor of the City of Philadelphia." Entries include amounts donated by various individuals in the Philadelphia area.

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Josiah W. Leeds account books, 1877-1894 (inclusive)

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0.25 linear ft. (3 volumes)

Abstract:

The account books of Josiah W. Leeds record the publication account of various books written by Leeds and others. Each volume records the number of volumes purchased, who they were sold to, or how they were distributed, and the price each volume was sold for, for each title. At the back of each volume are clippings of book reviews for the titles accounted for in the volume.

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Friends' Reading Room Association records, 1835-1886

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0.15 linear ft. (1 volume)

Abstract:

The Friends' Reading Room Association was founded in 1835, and dissolved in 1842. Its Constitution, included in the minutes, states its purpose: "An Institution in a central part of the city, which shall be furnished with a judcious selection of books, maps and periodical publications, calculated to promote moral and religous improvement, a knowledge of the principles and history of the Society of Friends and an acquiantance with the arts, science and general literature." This volume contains the minutes of the Friends' Reading Room Association, from 1835 - 1842, from the organization of the association, until its resolution and a register of members of the Western District Monthly Meeting, Philadelphia, from 1814 - 1886.

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Dorcassian Society of Burlington records, 1843-1860 (inclusive)

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0.042 linear ft. (1 volume)

Abstract:

The Dorcassian Society of Burlington, New Jersey was founded in 1839, and appears to have dissolved at the end of the minute book, in 1860. The mission of the Dorcassion Society was to provide relief work to the poor, in particular clothing. This collection is comprised of one volume of minutes and attendence lists from 1843 - 1860.

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Matlack family commonplace books, Undated.

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0.14 linear ft. (3 volumes)

Abstract:

The commonplace books of the Matlack family largely focus on Elias Hicks.

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Evesham Social Reading Circle records, 1864-1871 (inclusive)

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0.075 linear ft. (1 volume)

Abstract:

The Evesham Social Reading Circle was founded in 1864 in Mount Laurel, New Jersey. The Circle was supported by paid memberships. It is unknown when it ended.

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Morris family financial records, 1794-1943 (inclusive)

Extent:

3.25 linear ft. (54 volumes)

Abstract:

The Morris family financial records include account books, trustee accounts, and receipt books. Volumes generally record deposits, withdrawals for payments for goods and services, and account balances.

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