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Collection Summary

Biographical Information

Scope and Content of the Collection

Arrangement of the Papers

Access

Index Terms

Administrative Information

Detailed Description of the Collection

Series I: William T. Henderson papers, 1930-1972 and undated

Series II: Marie Henderson papers, 1939-1966 and undated

Series III: Seton Hall University, 1931-1964

Series IV: Family papers, 1950-1989

Series V: Photographs, 1939-1964 and undated

Series VI: Plaques and framed photographs, 1950-1975 and undated

William T. and Marie Henderson family papers

Biographical Information

William T. Henderson was born December 1899 to Charles F. and Mary Henderson. He attended Seton Hall Preparatory School and graduated in 1920 from Seton Hall University with a Bachelor of Arts degree.

William T. Henderson married Mary Josephine O’Keefe on June 18, 1927 in South Orange, New Jersey. They had two children, William Thomas, Jr. and Marie J. Henderson Magnier.

Mr. Henderson worked as a member of the New York Stock Exchange firm Charles F. Henderson and Sons. As of 1970, the Henderson family had the longest continuous family membership on the NYSE floor, which began in 1861 with his grandfather, William T. Henderson.

Mr. Henderson was involved in numerous activities and organizations in the New York City area and was a generous supporter of Seton Hall University. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, The Mercier Club, Serra International, the Society of the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick, and the Society for the Propagation of the Faith. Due to his involvement with Seton Hall University, he received an honorary degree in 1956 for his memorial gifts and scholarships to benefit students of the school. His generosity also extended to the College of St. Elizabeth in Convent Station, New Jersey. Several scholarships and donations were given to the school, and he served as an advisor to the president of the college for financial services. On January 7, 1960, Mr. Henderson received papal honors from the archdiocese in Newark, New Jersey.

Mr. Henderson died in August 1968.

Marie O’Keefe was the daughter of Eugene and Rose Evelyn McCabe Henderson. She graduated from the College of St. Elizabeth in Convent Station, New Jersey in 1920. In 1959, she received an honorary law degree from the school.

Mrs. Marie Henderson was also a significant figure in the South Orange community. She was involved with the Bayley Seton League (where she served as president), Orange Women’s Club, Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women, and The a Kempis of New Jersey. She died in 1992.

Note: The reading room of The Monsignor William No� Field Archives & Special Collections Center is named in honor of William and Marie Henderson.

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Scope and Content of the Collection

The William T. Henderson papers documents the dedication and success of a Seton Hall alumna to the university and community. The materials show their involvement in catholic and charitable organizations as well as their support for their alma maters. There are five series within this collection. Series I consists of documents and memorabilia demonstrating Mr. Henderson’s presence within the Seton Hall and South Orange community. Series II consists of documents and memorabilia surrounding his spouse, Mrs. Marie Henderson, and her accomplishments and contributions to the surrounding area. Series III includes documents and memorabilia of Seton Hall University. Series IV are the family papers comprising of correspondence with Seton Hall officials. Series V includes family and professional portraits. Series VI includes framed religious portraits and plaques.

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Arrangement of the Papers

The papers are arranged into 6 series:

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Access

Conditions of Access

Collection is open to researchers at the Msgr. William Noé Field Archives & Special Collections Center. Advance appointments are required for the use of archival materials.

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Index Terms

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Administrative Information

Preferred Citation

William T. and Marie J. Henderson family papers, The Monsignor Noé Field Archives & Special Collections Center, Walsh Library, Seton Hall University.

Acquisition Information

William T. and Marie J. Henderson.

Processing Information

Teddie Alvater, Summer 2007

Additional materials added, Vanessa Guevara, December 2007

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Detailed Description of the Collection