Dingus, Georgia Oree, 1886-1981.
Educator. Civic leader. Born on the family farm near Wilson, in Comanche County, Texas, in 1886. Began teaching at Lubbock High School in 1925 and received her M.A. in 1929. Taught Latin and German at Texas Technological College from 1929 to 1945. After retiring in 1947 she remained active in civic affairs. Organized the Lubbock Council for the United Nations in 1952. Was president of the Girl Scout Council, a Daughter of the American Revolution regent, member of the League of Women Voters and Texas State Teachers Association. Published several works of poetry and a book, "The Best of Life" in 1967. Died in Lubbock, Texas in 1981 at the age of 94.
From the description of Papers, 1895-1981, 1925-1981. (Texas Tech University). WorldCat record id: 24617681
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| creatorOf | Dingus, Georgia Oree, 1886-1981. Papers, 1895-1981, 1925-1981. | Texas Tech University Libraries, Academic Library |
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Birth 1886
Death 1981
