National Florence Crittenton Mission records 1895-1990

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National Florence Crittenton Mission records 1895-1990

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The National Florence Crittenton Mission (NFCM) was chartered by Congress in 1898. Florence Crittenton homes were maternity homes and hospitals established in cities throughout the U. S. and Canada to provide residential care for unmarried mothers and their children and to undertake preventive and protective work for young girls. Documents include board of trustees and committee records, reports and other publications, financial records, and files on Crittenton homes in approximately 60 cities.

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University of Minnesota Libraries. Social Welfare History Archives

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National Florence Crittenton Mission

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Barrett, Kate Waller, 1858-1925

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Barrett, Robert South, 1877-1959

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