Papers, 1892-1927

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Papers, 1892-1927

Correspondence, ledger, etc., of Caroline Phelps Stokes and Olivia Egleston Phelps Stokes, daughters from a wealthy and religious New York City family.

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Hadley, Arthur Twining, 1856-1930

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Abbott, Lyman, 1835-1922

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Caroline, 1854-1909

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For a brief biographical sketch of the Stokes sisters, see MC 187. From the guide to the Papers, 1892-1927, (Schlesinger Library, Radcliffe Institute) Caroline and Olivia Phelps Stokes were sisters, born in New York City to wealthy, religiously zealous parents. They devoted their lives to Christian works through philanthropy, contributing to charitable, religious, and educational institutions, as well as to individuals in need. Caroline and Olivia w...