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The professional and personal papers of Edwin Wolf, 2nd
Edwin Wolf 2nd (1911-1991) was a librarian, bibliophile, author, historian, Franklin scholar, and a civic leader in Philadelphia. Wolf was Curator of the Library Company from 1953 to 1955, and then served as Librarian from 1955 to 1984. During those years, he led the Library Company though a period...
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| Collection: | The Professional and Personal Papers of Edwin Wolf, 2nd |
| Collection Number: | LCP.in.HSP254 |
| Format: | Manuscript |
| Language: | English |
| Online Access: | Link to finding aid |
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Location of resource: Library Company of Philadelphia (please see Librarian) |
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20.0 Linear feet 37 boxes, 9 volumes |
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Edwin Wolf 2nd (1911-1991) was a librarian, bibliophile, author, historian, Franklin scholar, and a civic leader in Philadelphia. Wolf was Curator of the Library Company from 1953 to 1955, and then served as Librarian from 1955 to 1984. During those years, he led the Library Company though a period of rejuvenation, growth, and prosperity. The Edwin Wolf 2nd papers contain correspondence, research files, volumes, publications, photographs, and other records that document the education, career, and personal family life of one of Philadelphia’s most prominent bookmen during the 20th century. |