Kelsey family

Jeannette Washburn Kelsey (Mrs. Albert W. Kelsey) of "Rauhala", Chestnut Hill, Pa., was the daughter of Governor C.C. Washburn of Wisconsin (d. 1882). The Kelseys lived at "Rauhala" ("peaceful home"), 8765 Stenton Ave., later owned by Jay Cooke and presently owned by Keystone Hospice. The house was built by William Platt and was next owned by John Welsh, Jr.

From the guide to the Kelsey family papers, circa 1843-1930, (Chestnut Hill Historical Society)