Series 2 Benjamin Ferris Family
Series
Scope and Contents
Series 2 contains correspondence and writing of Benjamin Ferris and his generation, as well as family papers collected by Benjamin Ferris. The Series is divided into sub-series. Of particular interest are the correspondence and papers concerning the Separation in the Society of Friends in 1827/1828. Ferris was at the center of the controversy and served as first clerk of the Hicksite branch of Philadelphia Yearly Meeting.
Conditions Governing Access
Access is through microfilm when available. Collection is open for research.
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