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Women Club Leaders Shaping Civic Life In Chicago
Illi nois Federation of Clubs reports broadened role for women with leaders like Mrs. J C Coonley Mrs Miriam A White and Mrs Ida Woolley Morgan. The Alpha and Beta groups offer services for workers travelers and students while the D A R and other clubs emphasize patriotism and education. Mrs Coonley plans poetry books and wide charitable work as she leads Chicago’s leading club. Mrs Sherwood promotes conservative club management in the West Side. Mrs White balances journalism and suffrage views while backing school matters. The Olio and Kilo clubs highlight noonday rests and community outreach through literary and civic activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Sherwood
John C. Coonley
Woman's Club
Louisville
Twentieth Century
University Guild
Miriam A. White
Coonley
West End Woman's Club
S. H. Kerfoot
Illinois
Daughters of the American Revolution
America
Olio
Peoria
Chicago Newpaper Women's Club
Ida Woolley Morgan
Morgan
Chicago
New York
East Twenty-third Street
John C. Thomas
Alpha