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Formal title:: John B. Archer Collection
Extent:: 1 linear foot
Date range:: circa 1912
Abstract:: This collection is comprised primarily of the work of John B. Archer. It contains scripts, arrangements, and sheet music of the various comic operas he wrote.
Repository:: Providence Public Library, Rhode Island Collection
Collection call no:: MSS023

Formal title:: Edwin W. Arnold Correspondence
Extent:: .25 linear feet
Date range:: 1862 December 2 - 1894 September 2
Abstract:: This collection consists of letters written by Edwin W. Arnold to members of his family during the period of December 22, 1862 – November 1, 1865.
Repository:: Providence Public Library, Special Collections
Collection call no:: MSS 006

Formal title:: James N. Arnold Collection
Extent:: 24.8 linear feet; 29 boxes, 1 oversized folder and 2 card catalogs
Date range:: circa 1860-1935
Abstract:: This collection consists of material compiled and written by James N. Arnold, between 1860-1927 and of typescripts by volunteers continuing his work until 1935. This collection contains numerous research topics and writings related to the history of Rhode Island.
Repository:: Providence Public Library Special Collections, Rhode Island Collection
Collection call no:: MSS033

Arnold family papers

Formal title:: Arnold Family Papers
Extent:: .25 linear feet
Date range:: 1861-1904
Abstract:: The collection consists of the papers of the Arnold family, chiefly letters, but also circulars, invitations and other ephemera, dating from 1861 to 1904.
Repository:: Providence Public Library, Special Collections
Collection call no:: MSS009

Formal title:: William Eaton Foster Papers
Extent:: 2 box(es)
Date range:: 1877-1930
Abstract:: The Foster papers contain William E. Foster’s personal papers during his tenure as librarian at the Providence Public Library. Included are the manuscripts for the many speeches and addresses given to various clubs and organizations on historical and literary matters, subjects Foster was especially interested in. There are also handwritten and typed manuscripts for books and articles written by Foster and some of his writings published in booklet form.
Repository:: Providence Public Library, Special Collections
Collection call no:: MSS005

Formal title:: C. Fiske Harris Collection on the Civil War and Slavery Manuscripts
Extent:: 5 box(es)
Date range:: 1861-1865
Abstract:: This collection contains original manuscript writings relating to the Civil War. There are 432 letters from Civil War soldiers written to family and friends back home, 11 letters from Charlotte F. Dailey during an inspection of Rhode Island troops in Union convalescent hospitals, 10 letters written to Mrs. Dailey from her husband and from family friend W.E. Gardiner, 4 letters from Samuel Wight’s family to him. This collection also contains the papers of Dr. Henry E. Turner including summons notices and treasury notes, as well as memos and brief notes.
Repository:: Providence Public Library, Special Collections
Collection call no:: MSS004

Formal title:: Knowles, Anthony and Danielson Accounting Ledgers
Extent:: 6 ledger(s)
Date range:: 1845 July 5 – 1885 May 6
Abstract:: The collection consists of six accounting ledgers of the various iterations of the publishing firm who owned the Providence Journal, spanning the years 1845-1885.
Repository:: Providence Public Library Special Collections, Rhode Island Collection
Collection call no:: MSS026

Formal title:: Olneyville Free Library Association Records
Extent:: 2 boxes (1.4 linear feet)
Date range:: 1888-1968
Abstract:: The Olneyville Free Library Association Records include correspondence, financial ledgers, membership and board meeting minutes, mortgage bonds, receipts, wills and legal papers.
Repository:: Providence Public Library Special Collections, Rhode Island Collection
Collection call no:: MSS032

Formal title:: John H. Percival Papers
Extent:: 1 linear foot
Date range:: 1898-1973
Abstract:: This collection features the personal papers of magician, John H. Percival, including correspondence and photogrpahs. Also included are personal notebooks, in which Percival has recorded notes on tricks and the patter to accompany them.
Repository:: Providence Public Library, Special Collections
Collection call no:: MSS011

Formal title:: George W. Potter and Alfred M. Williams Memorial Manuscript Collection
Extent:: 2 linear feet
Date range:: 1899-1981 (bulk 1949-1960)
Abstract:: The Potter MSS span the years 1899-1981 with a greater concentration on 1949-1960. It begins with Alfred M. Williams’s small collection of writings donated posthumously in 1899 and ends in 1981 with correspondence and related material to and from Providence Public Library’s Special Collections curator Virginia M. Adams.
Repository:: Providence Public Library Special Collections
Collection call no:: PotterMSS

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