Researcher requested a copy of "L'Harmonie Du Monde" by Francois Vidal Comnene, which is available in the Isaac Norris Collection. A scanned copy of the book was provided.
Researcher inquired about George and Mark German of Baltimore, both believed to have attended Dickinson during the 1800s. No information was found and researcher was referred to Lycoming College, once known as Dickinson Seminary. John S. German was found among students of the Dickinson Preparatory School for the 1902-03 school year, but as no additional information was found, it is assumed his time in attendance was very brief.
Researcher inquired whether either John R. Jarboe or Isaac Parker Cook attended Dickinson College. Jarboe received an Honorary Degree of A.M. in 1853 and Cook served as a trustee of the college from 1860 to 1869, but neither gentleman enrolled at Dickinson as a student.
Researcher inquired about information regarding John McPherrin, Class of 1788. Information was provided. Researcher was also encouraged to contact the Adams County Historical Society and the York County Heritage Trust, both in PA, as his family resided in that area.
Researcher requested information regarding Francis Lee Albert, who received an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters in 1950 and who also delivered a sermon during the baccalaureate ceremonies that year. Available information was provided.
Researcher requested a copy of the title page of "Methodus De Conscribendis Epistolis" by Georgius Macropedius, found in the Isaac Norris Collection. A copy was provided.
Researcher requested information regarding the invasion of Carlisle by Confederate forces in 1863, prior to the Battle of Gettysburg. Copies of contemporary sources were provided, along with links to published secondary sources.
Researcher requested biographical information about Theodore Myers, member of the Board of Trustees (1833-39), and his wife Sarah Ann Myers. Available information was provided.
