Scope and Contents 22 handwritten journal pages dated 1/1/1877 – 1/15/1979. First 16 pages written by Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn, covering early developments in the establishment of the Academy (opening 1st Academy society, various conflicts with Convention, social gatherings, etc.), Gertrude’s personal relationships, and Starkey family events including their move from Vineland to Philadelphia, Dr. Starkey’s medical business, and Caira Skelton Starkey’s deteriorating mental state. Large sections occasionally...

Scope and Contents Handwritten letter from Willis N. Tuller* in Columbus, Ohio to Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn. 3 pages, double-sided.Contents: -response to Gertrude’s letter of Oct 27th; written in three parts, dated Dec. 6th, Dec. 8th, and Dec. 15th -expresses concern for Gertrude’s health following recent troubles; hopes she will continue sharing her burdens w/ him -doesn’t know if his idealized vision of the future (see Oct. 15th letter) will come to pass, but he feels possessive of Gertrude and...