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Kane (Pa.) -- History

 Subject
Subject Source: Unspecified ingested source

Found in 3 Collections and/or Records:

Harriet Amelia Kane composition books, 1870-1882

 Sub-Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSS 3190 Series 4 Sub-Series 1
Scope and Contents

Contains several composition books belonging to Kane as well as four blank postcards and a loose page of notes found in the composition books. The composition books are used for educational purposes, and contain primarily unsent letters from Kane to her mother and others. Later volumes also contain French and Spanish notes, as well as medical notes. The loose page of notes contains a list of alphabetized words, and the postcards depict wolves. Materials date from 1870 to 1882.

Dates: Other: 1870-1882

Harriet Amelia Kane letters, 1891

 Sub-Series — Box 7: Series 4; Series 5; Series 6 [Barcode: 31197225526919], Folder: 3
Identifier: MSS 3190 Series 4 Sub-Series 2
Scope and Contents

Contains two letters addressed to Kane. One is signed by her mother, Elizabeth Wood Kane and mostly discusses family matters. The other is signed "Carrie" and includes a detailed account of the costs of a sacque that Carrie had purchased on Harriet's behalf. The letter from Elizabeth Wood Kane is undated. The letter from Carrie is dated 1891.

Dates: Other: 1891

Harriet Amelia Kane papers, 1870-1891

 Series
Identifier: MSS 3190 Series 4
Scope and Contents

Contains materials related to the life and activities of Kane. These consist primarily of a series of composition books and two letters. The composition books contain mostly letters written by Harriet to her mother, father, and others, but later volumes include medical notes. The letters concern family matters, and a purchase made by a friend on Harriet's behalf. Materials date between 1870 and 1891.

Dates: Other: 1870-1891