Access Policies and Guidelines

...ust be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or other designated adult at all times. Staff will remove and reshelve all materials in storage areas for patrons. Researchers should look through records one folder at a time, maintaining the order in which they were received. Researchers are requested to notify the

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James Buchanan materials at the Archdiocesan Archives?

...h." It appears, however, that like many historical societies, the ACHS sometimes accepted materials that did not relate to it's mission statement, or fall within a collection scope- if one had even been articulated- especially if one of its members owned or had access to historic materials. An interesting small

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Joseph M. Corrigan papers, 1896-1942 (MC 25)

...aper clippings, relating to Corrigan’s endeavors and achievements, which are contained in several personal scrapbooks. Also included are materials concerning Catholic University, including a notebook documenting Corrigan’s schedule during his time as rector as well as some items relating to Corrigan’s involvement with the Knights of Columbus. Items relating to

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A Philadelphia Artist

...nting." The Catholic Herald April 21, 1842 Martin’s preoccupation with maritime subjects resulted from the fact that several members of the Martin and related families were merchant captains. William’s father, Captain John Martin, mainly conducted business with New Orleans and the Caribbean as well as Western Europe and China. William

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