Diekmann, Annetta, 1888-1974.

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Annetta Diekmann (1888-1974) was a pioneer in women's rights and welfare work. She was appointed the first industrial secretary for the National Board of the Young Women's Christian Association in 1918. In 1924, she moved to Chicago and served as the industrial secretary of the Chicago YWCA. Upon her retirement in 1956, Annetta Diekmann became a full-time volunteer as secretary of the Illinois chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union. In this position, she developed statewide educational programs about the civil liberties of women.

From the description of Papers, 1928-1973. (University of Illinois-Chicago Library). WorldCat record id: 52770604

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Birth 1888

Death 1974

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