Scope and Contents

The collection contains records and material related to the Borough of Bryn Athyn (official government) .  Bryn Athyn began as a village in the last decade of the 19th century, eventually receiving  borough status in 1916.  This collection contains early records of the Village Association, and some government records deposited by the Borough (very few).

Abstract

The community of Bryn Athyn was formed in the late 19th century by members of the Philladelphia Swedenborgian Church (New Church).  This collection documents the early Village Association (before becoming a Burough) as well as the various community groups, old and new, that sprang up in the community.  This collection does not contain any official records of the Borough of Bryn Athyn.

Scope and Contents Handwritten letter from B. F. Glenn at 1700 Green Street, Philadelphia to John Pitcairn, Jr. B. F. Glenn asks J. Pitcairn why his visits to the Glenn home have become less frequent than they once were. Glenn worries it may have to do with the “unhappy difference” that arose between himself and Mr. Keith, which extended to numerous others. J. Pitcairn remained neutral and continued his visits to the Glenns’, which caused others to become jealous. Glenn wonders if something was said about...

Scope and Contents Letter from B. F. Glenn at 1700 Green Street, Philadelphia to J. Pitcairn. Glenn plans to travel with his daughter Mary to attend Convention in Cincinnati. As he does not have much experience traveling, he hopes to convince J. Pitcairn to join them, or if not, to give them recommendations regarding route and arrangements. Glenn reports that they are getting along pleasantly in Church matters and that “the storm is over and past.” He writes that things are also going well with their...

Scope and Contents Letter from Dr. George R. Starkey in Washington, D.C. to his wife, Caira Skelton Starkey. Seal pressed into the upper lefthand corner reads “CAREW” (or “GAREW”) surrounded by a laurel wreath. Dated “Sunday Eve,” no month or year. Starkey notes that another week has passed and remarks that it doesn’t bother him as much as it bothers Caira to think how little time they have left in this world. He knows they will remain on earth as long as they have something to gain, and he is “painfully...

Scope and Contents Handwritten letter from Dr. George R. Starkey in Washington, D. C. to his wife, Caira Skelton Starkey. “G. R. Starkey, M. D.” letterhead.Contents: -Caira’s improved health, despite still not having a servant -concern over Pauline’s relationship to man named “White” in California; perhaps a drunkard -summary of Starkey’s letter to Pauline, i.e. must return home at once, unmarried -thanks to Mr. Well’s for Caira’s ride into nature -Cara’s illness; must not get out of bed to get...

Scope and Contents Handwritten letter from Dr. George R. Starkey in Washington, D. C. to his wife, Caira Skelton Starkey. “G. R. Starkey, M. D.” letterhead.Contents: -Did Gertrude go to Philadelphia? -life in Washington; Picked up Miss Preston from the depot, has 2 tickets to see Alphonse (does Caira remember seeing it?) -trip to New Jersey next week -new servant found for Starkey house yet? -hope Ned’s poultry investment is going well -enclosed medicine for Ned’s eyesNames mentioned:...

Scope and Contents Handwritten letter from Dr. George R. Starkey in Washington, D. C. to his wife, Caira Skelton Starkey. Embossed seal with the word “Extra” in the center pressed into the upper left corner of the first page.Contents: -Caira returned home to Vineland, possibly with pericarditis -letter from Auntie P. to Starkey; appreciated Caira’s visit -Starkey went to Church; enjoyed service, left with several others before pastor’s weak discourse -discussion of Peace & Innocence as...

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Handwritten postal card from Dr. George R. Starkey in Washington, D. C. to his wife, Caira Skelton Starkey in Vineland, N.J.

Contents: -Caira’s & Gertrude’s letters gratefully received -poor weather, many patients, bad circumstances to be a Dr. -glad no one at home is really sick -Starkey feeling better -has complimentary ticket to opera

Names mentioned: Gertrude (Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn)

Scope and Contents Handwritten letter from Dr. George R. Starkey in Washington, D. C. to his wife, Caira Skelton Starkey. “G. R. Starkey, M. D.” letterhead.Contents: -Caira’s letter received; family’s health improved, found servant girl who is not Irish Catholic -Starkey may visit Vineland again this week -complimentary opera & theater tickets, shared with Dr. & Mrs. Hatch, Driver, & West -attended opera 4 nights and theater 1 night during last week -Miss Preston arrived; delighted...