Leeds, Josiah W. (Josiah Woodward)
Variant namesReformer. Josiah Woodward Leeds (1841-1908) was the son of Benjamin S. Leeds. Born in Philadelphia, he moved to West Chester, Pa. in 1868 and joined the Society of Friends in 1870. In 1877 he published a United States history textbook notable for its lack of battle illustrations. Leeds authored numerous tracts and was active in his opposition to what he perceived as damaging to the public welfare.
From the description of Scrapbooks, 1872-1907. (Haverford College Library). WorldCat record id: 28733930
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| creatorOf | Leeds, Josiah W. Correspondence with Henry Charles Lea, 1908. | University of Pennsylvania Libraries, Van Pelt Library | |
| creatorOf | Leeds, Josiah W. (Josiah Woodward). Scrapbooks, 1872-1907. | Haverford College Library | |
| creatorOf | Emlen Institution for the Benefit of Children of African and Indian Descent. Records, 1765-1956 (bulk 1838-1956). | Haverford College Library |
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