Records (two volumes) 1865 and 1906-1928 (bulk) of the Freie Reformierte Emmanuels Gemeinde zu West Philadelphia (Philadelphia, Pa.).
Purchased from Don Casavant on 4/22/2010.
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The 1865 volume contains the 'constitutions' and bylaws for the church's Mission group as well as those of its choir. Loose items in this volume include a few pages of accounts, 1865-1928 and two blank pre-printed Confirmation certificates.
The 1906-1928 volume (298 pp.) contains 'constitutions,' bylaws and minutes and of the Women's society of the church. While the majority of the entries are in German, pages 260-298 are written in English. Also included are loose pages containing the 1910 constitution and bylaws.