Bloom, Robert L., 1878-1974

Robert Bloom (1879-1974), born in Lithuania and Jessie Bloom (1897-1980), born in Ireland, were married in Seattle in 1913 and subsequently made their home in Fairbanks, where Robert Bloom had operated a general store since 1904. During their life in Fairbanks Robert helped found the University of Alaska, promoted agriculture in the Interior, particularily wheat, and became a partner in a flying service. Jessie became the first kindergarten teacher in Fairbanks and helped establish the first Girl Scout camp in the area.

From the description of Robert and Jessie Bloom papers, 1898-1975. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 42064970

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