Collection, 1957.
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Founded by members of Baltimore, New York and Philadelphia Yearly Meetings of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers), Swarthmore College was incorporated in 1864 under a charter from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The College opened in 1869 as an college and preparatory school, although the preparatory division was phased out in the 1880s. The Charter was amended in 1908 to remove any formal links to the Society of Friends. The College continues to operate as a liberal arts college with a...
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This vigil was a joint effort of peace organizations, including the Fellowship of Reconciliation, War Resisters' League, and Non-Violent Action Against Nuclear Weapons. The vigil took place from November 1 to December 1, 1957. Participants opposed the testing and production of nuclear weapons. The vigil was a continuous prayer and conscience action held at 1705 N St., NW; a daily vigil was also held in front of the White House, including posters, leafletting and other forms of public witness. ...
