Austin, Hibernia

Hibernia "Bernia" Austin and her husband, William Harry Austin, were members of Harlem society, most notably during the 1920s and 1930s. Bernia Austin was a member of the Campaign Committee of Harlem, and the Cooperating Committee on Relief and Unemployment (1931) along with Bessie Bearden, Adam Clayton Powell, Jr., Hubert Delaney, Wilhelmina Adams, and William L. Imes. She also did political work as well as engaging in civic activities. Her husband, Harry Austin was elected a delegate to the Democratic National Convention in 1936.

From the description of Hibernia "Bernia" Austin scrapbook, 1931-1947. (New York Public Library). WorldCat record id: 427393985