Papers, 1953-1960 (inclusive).

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Papers, 1953-1960 (inclusive).

Collection consists of two typescripts by Houghton. The first is an account of her career entitled "Dramatize It!" The second a speech, "The Right Excercise of any Talent We Possess," discussing individuals who overcame handicaps and made important contributions to society.

3 folders.

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Houghton, Dorothy Deemer, 1890-1972

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Dorothy Deemer Houghton was born in Red Oak, Iowa in 1890. Her mother was an active club-woman and her father a justice on the Iowa Supreme Court. Houghton graduated from Wellesley College and married Hiram Cole Houghton in 1912. She began her public life as a member of the Monday Federated Women's Club in Red Oak, then became president of the Iowa Federation of Women's Clubs, and also the national leader of the General Federation of Women's Clubs. Houghton served on the Iowa Board of Educatio...

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General Federation of Women's Clubs

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Zitkala is the Indian name for Gertrude Bonnin, 1876-1938. From the guide to the National Council of American Indians records, 1926-1938, (L. Tom Perry Special Collections) ...