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Matlack family commonplace books

 Collection
Identifier: HC.MC-975-03-053
Abstract

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

Dates: Undated.

Matlack Family papers

 Collection
Identifier: HC.MC-1120
Abstract

The collection includes miscellaneous historical and genealogical documents of the Matlack and other Quaker families focused on the 18th and 19th centuries. Collection is notable for its variety of formats, including commonplace books, diaries, account books, correspondence, and poetry.

Dates: 1685-1900

Tamar Roberts Matlack commonplace book

 Collection
Identifier: HC.MC-975-03-024
Abstract

The commonplace book of Tamar Roberts Matlack includes testimonies concerning the following Quakers: Elisha Kirk, Ruth Walmsley, Mary Knight, Martha Parry, and Peter Yarnall. The commonplace book also includes poetry and excerpts concerning Elias Hicks.

Dates: 1807-1823

Milcah Martha Moore commonplace book

 Collection
Identifier: HC.MC-975-03-025
Abstract

Milcah Martha Moore, a poet, created a commonplace book featuring the women writers in her social circle. The commonplace book of Milcah Martha Moore includes excerpts organized by topic, including topics such as: Happiness, Supplication of a Sinner, and Affliction. The note in the front cover of the volume reads: "The Gift of Sarah Dillwyn to Martha Moore."

Dates: 1776

Morris family commonplace book

 Collection
Identifier: HC.MC-975-03-065
Abstract

The commonplace book of the Morris family includes copied extracts from the journals of Margaret Morris, which include a description of Yellow Fever in Philadelphia in 1793, as well as copied poems, letters written by Mary Morris and Richard Hill Morris, and a clipped illustration depicting early settlers.

Dates: Undated.

John Morton commonplace book

 Collection
Identifier: HC.MC-975-03-026
Abstract

The commonplace book of John Morton includes a copy of the will of Edward Warton, recipes for colored dyes, and excerpts organized by topic, including solitude, Barclay's apology, and Paradise Lost.

Dates: Undated.

Abigail Field Mott commonplace book

 Collection
Identifier: HC.MC-975-03-027
Abstract

Abigail Field Mott (1766-1851) was a Quaker writer and abolitionist. Her commonplace book includes poetry and extracts, a history of the Calliopian Society, Voyage to the Pacific Ocean by Stewart, Account of an Earthquake in Burmah in 1839, the Missionary School at Athens, account of excursion to Mt. Vesuvius, and a description of Iceland.

Dates: Undated.

Mary Ann Newbold commonplace book

 Collection
Identifier: HC.MC-975-03-059
Abstract

The commonplace book of Mary Ann Newbold contains extracts concerning nature, religion, and friendship.

Dates: 1824-1829

Elizabeth Nicholson manuscripts

 Collection
Identifier: HC.MC-975-07-107
Abstract

These unpublished poems of John G. Whittier were compiled by Elizabeth Nicholson and Sarah Lloyd. The volumes include copies of many of John Greenleaf Whittier's early poems, as well as poetry by other poets, and sketches and illustrations.

Dates: 1839-1843

Rebecca Peirce commonplace book

 Collection
Identifier: HC.MC-975-03-028
Abstract

The commonplace book of Rebecca Peirce includes excerpts of letters on friendship, prayers, extracts from the writing of William Grover, extracts of a letter from Samuel Fothergill, and extracts from Sherwood's "Lady of the Manor."

Dates: 1824

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Hicks, Elias, 1748-1830 4
Allinson, Samuel, 1739-1791 2
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Philadelphia Free Produce Association of Friends 2
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Scattergood, Thomas, 1748-1814 2
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Cooper, Dorothy Nyhart, 1898-1990 1
Cooper, E. Newbold, 1898-1957 1
Cope, Sarah Wistar 1
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Dillwyn, George, 1738-1820 1
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