Records, 1851-1995.

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Records, 1851-1995.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/155862543

The collection comprises minutes from the Society's meetings and related materials, such as correspondence, memorabilia, publications, and programs from the Society's annual dinners.

15 boxes.

University of Pennsylvania Libraries, Van Pelt Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 6887123

University of Pennsylvania Libraries, Van Pelt Library

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Shakspere Society of Philadelphia

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The Shakspere Society of Philadelphia, founded in 1861, is one of the oldest, continually operating groups of its kind in existence. It was founded by Horace Howard Furness, Asa Israel Fish, and other Philadelphia lawyers, and its membership is still a mixture of professional men and academics. From the description of Records, 1851-1995. (University of Pennsylvania Library). WorldCat record id: 155862543 ...

Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616

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William Shakespeare was likely born April, 23, 1564; he was baptized in Stratford-upon-Avon on April 26, 1564. He grew up, had a family, and bought property in Stratford while working in London, the center of English theater. As an actor, a playwright, and a partner in a leading acting company, he became both prosperous and well-known. His parents were John and Mary Shakespeare. John was a leatherworker and involved in local politics, first becoming an alderman and eventually a town bailiff. ...