Researcher requested information about available resources regarding Roger Brooke Taney (Dickinson class of 1795) and James Buchanan (Dickinson class of 1809). Links to relevant finding aids were provided, along with lists of loose materials and a link to the James Buchanan Resource Center.
Researcher inquired about the existence of baptism records for the children of William Murdock and Ann Clendenin, especially Francis Murdock, in the records of the First Presbyterian Church of Carlisle. No baptism records were found.
Researcher inquired whether Esther Montgomery (wife of James Morrison) was the daughter of John Montgomery, trustee of Dickinson College. Staff could not confirm relationship.
Researcher asked who delivered the commencement address at the 1979 graduation ceremonies. The speaker was Hanna Holborn Gray, President of the University of Chicago, and the title of her talk was "Useful Knowledge." A copy of the commencement program was provided.
Researcher inquired about using an engraving depicting the burning of Joseph Priestley's home during the Birmingham Riots in 1791. Information about policies for use of this image were provided.