MARKHAM, Violet Rosa, 1872-1959, liberal activist and public servant 1883-1958

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MARKHAM, Violet Rosa, 1872-1959, liberal activist and public servant 1883-1958

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117 boxes 3 volumes

eng,

British library of political and economic science

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Violet Rosa Markham, 1872-1959, grew up near Chesterfield and maintained links with the town throughout her life. Her independent income allowed her to devote much of her time to public service, both locally and nationally, and to travel extensively. Markham's first interest was education. She was a member of the Chesterfield Education Authority from 1899 to 1934, and in 1902, she was the founder President of the Chesterfield Settlement, an educational foundation for the local community. At the ...