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1. Letter - Thoughts by the dying bed of a beloved relative on Christmas 12th month 25th 1842.

   Hannah Lownes Thoughts by the dying bed of a beloved relative on Christmas 12th month 25th 1842. Again are we permitted to witness a return of the day on which the "Heavenly Host" proclaimed, "Glory to God in the highest, on Earth peace, Good will to men." and I have the priveldge of witnessing it, by the dying bed of one, who I think possessed in an extraordinary degree, the feeling of good will and kindness to all mankind. One who has a...

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2. Letter - Transfer of shares of turnpike stock

   img File1418a, bThomas Lawrenceletter Transfer of shares of turnpike stock Thomas Lawrence4/7/1849 Downingtown April 7, 1849 Tho D. Lawrence Esq I was so much engaged previous to moving that I was unable to attend to the transfer of the six shares of turnpike stock as agreed upon between us. I have however written to Mr. John Sellers on the subject, authouring him to transfer to you six shares and the remaining four to any one who may ...

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3. Letter - William P Lawrence letter 1861

   William P Lawrence letter to brother Thomas D Lawrence Dear Brother, I thought I would take the time to write you a few lines to see when you were going to come down this fall. I suppose you wont come until you get the corn husked. I also want you to write to me on what day you are going to come so that I can meet you at Oxford you must come in the morning train or you will be after night in the afternoon train. Dont forget to come as the partr...

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4. Letter - note regarding Abraham Lawrence

   Abraham Lawrence went to Ebenezer R Curtiss to learn store keeping April 25, 1853

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5. Manuscript - Genealogical Record of the Sheaff Family in America, 1752-1942

   Typed "Genealogical Record of the Sheaff Family [and related families] in America, 1752-1942", dated 1942 with handwritten note on cover that it has been updated to Sept. 18, 1944; 24 pages, unbound.

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6. Manuscript - Retreat Seminary Writing Book- Charles Kugler (1819-1828) and More

   1. Writing book with marbled paper cover, with "Charles Kugler / Retreat Seminary / April 1st 1819" on cover; contains handwritten parables, moral stories, some accounting records and an 1828 written document concerning the care of the German Lutheran Church in Lower Merion Township by a committee of superintendents; 6" h x 8" w. 2. Small pocket notebook, tooled brown leather cover bound hinged at top and semicircular at bottom, containing a sl...

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7. Map - Beechwood Amusement Park - Plan of Grounds

   Beechwood Amusement Park, plan of grounds c.1907-1908, Haverford Township, Delaware County, PA.

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8. Map - Map showing Early Grants & Patents

   Map showing Early Grants & Patents

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9. Memorandum - Civil Defense (1951)- Memo about First Aid Pamphlets

   Photocopy of memo noting receipt and distribution of First Aid pamphlets from Washington D.C., by Haverford Township Civil Defense Coordinator Oliver T. Higgins and Director A. Howard Jones, dated August 14, 1951.

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10. Newspaper - American Daily Advertiser

    Issue of Poulson's "American Daily Advertiser" containing advertisement for Nitre Hall Gun Powder Vol.XLIX July 12, 1820 No. 13 Philadephia - Printed by Zachariah Poulson, No 106 Chestnut Street where subscriptions and advertisements will be greatfully received.

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11. Newspaper - Civil Defense (1952)- Charles Runk Sworn In

    Newspaper clipping: Charles Runk Sworn In; Upper Darby News, January 17, 1952. Photo caption: " 'I do solemnly swear…' Judge William R. Toal swears in Charles Rink [Runk], assistant chief of auxiliary policemen, and Herbert Bickham, a sector warden, at a township-wide Havertown civil defense meeting last week. Watching is Civil Defense Coordinator Oliver T. Higgins."

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12. Newspaper - Civil Defense (1952)- Chiefs Examine New Arm Bands

    Newspaper clipping: "Chiefs Examine New Arm Bands," Haverford Township News, January 17, 1952. Photograph and caption: "Leaders of the Haverford Township Civil Defense examining the new arm bands distributed last week to volunteer members of the patrol at a meeting held in the Lynnewood School Auditorium. Guest speakers were Lieut. K. G. Woods, USN radiological defense officer, and Commander J. A. White, USN public works officer. Left to right ...

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13. Newspaper - Civil Defense (1952)- Civil Defense Workers Take Oath

    Newspaper clipping, dated March 13, 1952: "Civil Defense Workers Take Oath" Air Raid Wardens and Auxiliary Police Sworn In Haverford Township's Civil Defense Air Raid Wardens and Auxiliary Police were sworn in at a recent meeting in the Lynnewood School before Jodge William Toal. Mentioned are H.P. Livingstone, Frank Meyer, Evan Watts, Willie Darden, E. Braun, Robert Wagoner, Joseph Ginther, John Volk, Edward Pyle, Ray Slaven, George Hill, Ch...

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14. Newspaper - Civil Defense (1952)- News Article about CD Meeting

    Newspaper clipping: "Early Notice Given of CD Meeting for All Springfield Folk," dated October 30, 1952. Written notes on page: "How about a big meeting at Lynnewood School, Say Friday, Dec 5th with films. 1. Ogontz Training, Telephone Company, Dr. Gersfell - nationwide drive for volunteers."

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15. Newspaper - Civil Defense (1952)- News Article for Alert Test

    Newspaper clipping: "Havertown's Defense Forces Ready for Alert Test Tonight," dated September 25, 1952. Names mentioned include A. Howard Jones and J. V. McElduff.

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16. Newspaper - Civil Defense (1952)- Newsclip Photos of Unit Members

    News clipping: "Defense Units Swing into Action Tonight," dated September 25, 1952. Group photos, with captions, of Civil Defense Air Raid Wardens, Auxiliary Police and Demolition Squad members. Names include H. P. Livingstone, Frank Meyer, William Toal, Evan Watts, Willie Darden, E. Braun, Robert Wagner, Joseph Ginther, John Volk, Edward Pyle, Raymond Slavin, George Hill, Charles A. Runk, C. T. Cole, Deanne Atmore, Oscar Petrow, Ernest John...

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17. Newspaper - Civil Defense (1952)- Rescue Squad

    Newspaper clipping, "Civil Defense Squad Tries to Save a Life," dated October 30, 1952. Photo by Robert Fox of Haverford Township. Names include Charles A. Runk, Raymond Slavin, Edgar Pyle, Ulysses Lane, Paul Wiener, David Henderson, David Moore, and Russell Tucker. (see 8" x 10" photo CD097)

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18. Newspaper - Civil Defense (1952)- Subway Slated as Raid Shelter

    Newspaper clipping: "Subway Slated as Raid Shelter in City, PTC Pact," by John M McCullough, dated October 30, 1952. Note with article: "How about schools, churches, garages, stores, etc."

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19. Newspaper - Civil Defense (1963)- Auxiliary Police Inspection

    Newspaper clippings: Haverford Township Civil Defense Coordinator William Kirshner and Township Commissioner Egan lead the inspection team in the annual review of 54 Civil Defense Auxiliary Police volunteers and their equipment at the Police Field on May 30, 1963. (2 different views)

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20. Newspaper - Civil Defense Warden Training for Women 1953

    Clipping: "Women and War," dated 1953. Photos of all-women warden's training course held at Penn State Ogontz Center. (7 images)

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