Papers, 1841-1914.

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Papers, 1841-1914.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/28176940

This collection consists primarily of the writings and correspondence of Joel Bean, as well as some material by his wife, Hannah Elliott Bean. Joel Bean's writings include accounts of the Separations of Friends in Iowa, sermons and other religious writings, school lessons, and poetry. Stanza 6 of "To the Memory of Thomas Shipley," written in the hand of John G. Whitter, is also part of the collection.

8 boxes (4 linear ft.)

Friends Historical Library of Swarthmore College

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Potter, William J. (William James), 1829?-1893

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Bean, Joel, 1825-1914

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Braithwaite, J. Bevan (Joseph Bevan), 1818-1905

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Bean, Hannah E. (Hannah Elliott), 1830-1909

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Murray, A. T. (Augustus Taber), 1866-1940

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