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George Plank Drawings from James Whitall Book, 1935

Extent:
0.1 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:
This collection contains the original drawings from George Wolfe Plank when he collaborated with James Whitall in his book "English Years." The chapters in which the original drawings were intended to feature in are noted.

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Mary Hoxie Jones recollection of Halley's Comet, 1985

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0.1 linear ft. (1 folder)
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This collection contains a note written by Mary Hoxie Jones in 1985 where she reflects on her experience seeing Halley's comet as a six year old. This note was written around a year before the next passing of Halley's Comet in 1986.

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Henry J. Cadbury Bibliography, 1910-1980 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.2 linear ft. (6 folders)
Abstract:
This collection contains various bibliographies that cover papers, books, pamphlets, and periodical articles that Cadbury has either authored, editted, or reviewed throughout his life. Various materials related to or referencing Cadbury are also present throughout the collection.

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Author Galleys and Edits collection, 1958-1974 (inclusive)

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0.43 linear ft. (1 box)
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This collection contains drafts (with notes and edits) of Mary Hoxie Jones's (1904-2003) "Beyond This Stone," Elizabeth Gray Vining's (1902-1999) "Friend of Life: The Biography of Rufus M. Jones," and Daisy Newman's (1905-1994) "I Take Thee Serenity," all of who were Quaker writers.

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Paul Gallico letter, March 10th, 1964

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.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
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A letter of gratitude and commentary on a safari from Paul W. Gallico to Margaret Cary.

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Barclay White Diaries, 1877-1878 (inclusive)

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0.1 linear ft. (1 folder)
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This collection contains 3 diaries written by Barclay White chronicling his travels (1877-1878) as Superintendent of Indian Affairs (1871-1878).

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Henry J. Cadbury Letter, 1966

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0.1 linear ft. (1 item)
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This collection contains a 1966 letter sent to Henry J. Cadbury by Avis G. Clarke on behalf of the American Antiquarian Society. Clarke and the Society ask Cadbury about information regarding the origin of American "Epistles" printed before 1820.

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Report on the Architectural and Ownership History of Maywood house, 2012

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0.1 linear ft. (1 folder)
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This collection contains a report on the architectural and ownership history of "Maywood", a house in Haverford, PA that was purchased by the Friends School Haverford Foundation in August 2011. This report, written by Jean J. Wolf, serves to fullfill a request by the Foundation to understand its historical significance before considering its potential usage.

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Tortola Quaker Stamp Celebration, 1973

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0.1 linear ft. (1 folder)
Abstract:
This collection contains various letters and corresponding items from the Tortola Quaker Stamp Celebration in 1973. This includes a program of the individuals who made the Quaker stamps possible, a letter from George Vaux on behalf of the Friends Historical Association, and multiple Tortola Quaker stamps on letters belonging to Henry J. Cadbury.

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John F. Rich Photographs, 1920, undated

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0.1 linear ft. (1 folder)
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This collection contains two photographs of John Frederick Rich. The first photograph is of his graduation from Westtown School in 1920. The second photograph was taken by Fabian Bachrach in a later, unspecified date.

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Rolla Foley Papers, 1941-1979 (inclusive)

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0.1 linear ft. (1 folder)
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This collection contains photographs, letters, documents, and pamphlets regarding Rolla Foley's musical career in the Near East between 1939-1945. He had various roles throughout music performances and festivals, most often compiling and editting the music, but also conducting on occasion. These festivals include the 1941 Palestine Children's Music Festival, the 1943 Children's Music Festival, the 1943 Syrian Students' Music Festival, the 1944-1945 Near East Music Festival, and the 1945 Folk Music Festival that took place in Lebanon, Syria, Palestine, and the former Tranjordan. This collection also contains 1979 letters regarding Foley's career and works during his lifetime.

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Edward Page Allinson Papers, 1940-1972 (inclusive) 1940-1942 (bulk)

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0.1 linear ft. (1 folder)
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This collection contains various letters relating to Edward Page Allinson. In Allinson's 1942 letters, he asks individuals their opinions on the average Haverford undergraduate. This collection also contains an excerpt from a 1940 publication titled "With Clean Hands and a Neutral Heart, America!" by Brent Dow Allinson, an individual Edward would connect with via letters due to their shared surname.

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The Tatler, 1836

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.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
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This collection contains issues three, four, five, and eight of The Tatler.

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Joel Cadbury letter, 1856 January 20

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.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
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This collection contains one letter written by Joel Cadbury, addressed to his brother.

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Taylor farm and family papers, 1818-2009 (inclusive)

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1.4 linear ft. (2 boxes)
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This collection contains records of the Taylor family farm, as well biographical documentation on the genealogy of the family. Extensive records of Howard Taylor, including his "Farm News" volumes are included in this collection.

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William Wistar and Connie Comfort materials, 1773-1970 (inclusive)

Extent:
7 linear ft. (11 boxes, 7 volumes)
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Collection of letters by Members of the Comfort Family, with most records covering WIlliam Wistar Comfort and William Wistar Comfort II. Topics include William Wistar Comfort's time as president of Haverford College, communications about his books and Quakerism, personal letters of William Wistar Comfort II. Includes a series of letters and small manuscript covering the Comfort Family's time in France during the start of World War One.

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Class of 1933 letter, 2001

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0.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
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This collection consists of a class letter to the Haverford College Class of 1933 from 2001.

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Class of 1878 records, 1928

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0.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
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This collection contains one program for the Haverford College Class of 1978's fiftieth reunion in 1928.

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Class of 1882 records, 1933

Extent:
0.02 linear ft. (1 folder)
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Collection of biographical accounts of members of the Class of 1882 compiled by class member George A. Barton in 1933.

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Arthur Haines sketchbook, ca. 1899

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0.3 linear ft. (1 volume)
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This collection consists of a sketchbook created by Arthur Haines, ex-Class of 1899 at Haverford College.

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Mitchell Cohn papers, 1977-1980 (inclusive)

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0.21 linear ft. (2 boxes)
Abstract:
This collection contains posters, programs, drawings, and designs created by Mitchell Cohn, Class of 1980, while he was a student at Haverford College, as well as materials related to Haverford Cohn collected as a student.

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Robert Birgeneau protest materials, 2014

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0.25 linear ft. (2 pins and 2 flyers (1 folder))
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This collection consists of two fliers and two buttons related to Robert Birgeneau's presence at Haverford College's commencement in 2014 as well as correspondence between Haverford students and alumni and President Dan Weiss regarding William Bowen's commencement speech.

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Letters to Anna Wharton Wood and list of apple trees planted at Haverford College, 1925-1936 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.02 linear ft. (1 folder)
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This collection consists of letters to Anna Wharton Wood from her brother Edward Wanton Smith and Amelia Mott Gummere about the history of Haverford College. It also includes newspaper clippings and a list of apple trees on the Haverford College campus copied by Wood from the papers of her grandfather, Daniel B. Smith.

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Haverford Community Center records, 1939-1954 (inclusive)

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0.1 linear ft. (1 folder)
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These records contain printed pamphlets describing and advertising aspects of the Haverford Community Center. The center was created to cultivate community in the Haverford area for people of all ages through activities, clubs, and events. Included is a financial report for the expenditures of the center, as well as a thorough review of the center's advantages and disadvantages regarding their intent and impact on the community.

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Charlie Piersol letters, 1946

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0.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
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11 letters written by Charles Piersol to Chris Holladay. The letters contain his observations of racism in Virginia during his departure, his work as a "cowboy" on the ship, and his experiences of the American Zone, the Red Cross, and the devastation following the war.

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Elizabeth Peace Sturges Anthony Poetry Book, 1950

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0.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
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Folder including one book of poems written and compiled by Elizabeth Peace Sturges Anthony as a Christmas gift for Edith Warren Johnson. Subjects in her poems include love, friendship, and her relationship to animals and nature.

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Everett Mendelsohn "Middle East Conflicts:" Reflections, 1980

Extent:
0.02 linear ft. (1 folder)
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This paper contains Everett Mendelsohn's reflections on his five week trip to the Middle East with three other members of the American Friends Service Committee in June and July of 1980. They visited cities in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Jordan, Syria, Lebanon, and Egypt, and visited Jerusalem and Tel Aviv in Israel and the Occupied West Bank and Gaza Strip in Palestine. He focuses on his observations on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and resolution efforts, US involvement in the Middle East in regards to oil access and US-Soviet political confrontation, the increasing militarization of Middle Eastern states, and the Islamic Revolution in Iran.

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Peterson Toscano collection, 1989-2022 (inclusive)

Extent:
6.45 linear ft. (11 boxes, 1 oversized flat box, 7 volumes)
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This collection contains various materials from playwright, performer, and Bible scholar Peterson Toscano. Documents include notes and scripts and publicity materials for his plays, personal materials like journals and photographs, and various magazines and newspapers featuring Toscano discussing his creative work, his experience with surviving ex-gay therapy and how his relationship with Christianity evolved as a result. This collection contains sexually explicit content.

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Haverford College Rules for Freshmen collection, 1897-1932 (inclusive)

Extent:
12 items (1 oversized folder)
Abstract:
This collection consists of "Rules for Freshmen" made by the Haverford College Classes of 1899, 1901, 1906, 1907, 1908, 1909, 1910 and 1931 at the start of their sophomore years. There is also one undated set of rules.

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Charles C. Walker papers, 1959-1989 (inclusive) 1969-1979 (bulk)

Extent:
4.62 linear ft. (11 boxes)
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This collection consists of Charles Walker's papers on nonviolent direct action and the peace movement. The majority of the collection relates to his work on the Nonviolent Action Research Project, part of the Center for Nonviolent Conflict Resolution at Haverford College, from 1969 to 1974.

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The Clerk Archives, 2012-2023 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.05 linear ft. (1 folder)
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Organizational documentation for The Haverford Clerk, including an article log (2012-2023), readership statistics (2012-2023), and budget materials (2018-2023).

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Roger Easton collection, 1970-1971 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.05 linear ft. (3 folders)
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This collection consists of materials related to the fictitious George Stephens created and collected by Roger Easton, Haverford College Class of 1972, a football explainer created by Dana Swan, and a schedule for the junior varsity baseball team.

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Frederic Palmer Jr. letters, 1922-1923 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.08 linear ft. (1 folder )
Abstract:
This collection features letters spanning from the fall of 1922 to the summer of 1923, which were sent to a number of recipients.

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Isaac Collins letters, 1831-1836 (inclusive)

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0.02 linear ft. (1 folder )
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Collection features seven letters written by Isaac Collins to Samuel Parsons along with two portraits of Collins.

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Steven Rosen collection, 1976-1978 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.02 linear ft. (1 folder)
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Documents concerning the Bryn Mawr and Haverford College Gay People's Alliance (GPA) and the Friends Conference on Gay Concerns.

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Henry Wood poem, 1868 September 29

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0.01 linear ft. (1 folder )
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The collection contains a small envelope addressed to Henry Wood, a senior at Haverford College.

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Haverford Melody, 1837

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0.01 linear ft. (1 folder )
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This collection contains a single song titled "Haverford Melody."

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Gummere's Rule for Calculating an Eclipse of the Sun, 1835

Extent:
0.02 linear ft. (1 folder )
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This collection contains a single article titled "Practical Rule for Calculating from the Elements in the National Almanac, the Circumstances of an Eclipse of the Sun, for a Particular Place," and dated March 6, 1835.

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Minority Coalition collection, 1977

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0.01 linear ft. (1 folder )
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This collection contains four documents pertaining to the demands and subsequent hunger strike facilitated by the Minority Coalition of Haverford College.

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Haverford College Physical Plant and Facilities Management records, 1876-2004 (inclusive) 1968-2004 (bulk)

Extent:
2.1 linear ft. (5 boxes)
Abstract:
The Haverford College Physical Plant and Facilities Management records include annual reports, surveys and assessment reports of campus spaces and facilities, renovation and improvement plans, and grant reports pertaining to the Haverford College Physical Plant Department.

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John F. Gummere, "Sixty-eight, thirty-eight, one hundred and forty-eight years", 1981

Extent:
0.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
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An essay titled "Sixty-eight, thirty-eight, one hundred and forty-eight years" written by John F. Gummere about three events: his first visit to the Haverford campus in 1913, his first time serving as the college's Secretary of the Corporation in 1942, and the founding of Haverford College in 1833.

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Haverfest collection, 1992-2011 (inclusive)

Extent:
0.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
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This collection consists of a brochure of the Haverfest 2005 schedule, a copy of an email about the Haverfest 2011 schedule sent out by the Haverfest organizer, and a slip of paper dated 1992 cautioning students to drink responsibly during Haverfest and Mayday.

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Michael Harvey Kohn papers, 1959 and undated

Extent:
0.2 linear ft. (5 folders)
Abstract:
This collection contains exams, lecture notes, syllabi, and essays from philosophy classes and one physical science class Michael H. Kohn (Class of 1960) took while he was a student at Haverford.

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Juggling Club collection, 2002

Extent:
0.01 linear ft. (1 folder)
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This collection includes a brief summary of Juggling Club's history.

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Luke W. Morris and Samuel B. Morris papers, 1798-1842 (inclusive)

Extent:
2.52 linear ft. (6 boxes)
Abstract:
This is a collection of the papers of Luke W. Morris (1768-1830) and Samuel B. Morris (1791-1859), members of a Philadelphia Quaker merchant family, dating from 1798 to 1842. Most of the papers pertain to the Morrises' business and personal finances, although they include a small amount of personal correspondence.

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