Helen Forbes Ross papers, 1908-1967.

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Helen Forbes Ross papers, 1908-1967.

The collection consists of papers of Helen Forbes Ross from 1908-1966. Includes correspondence, newspaper clippings, and photographs mainly pertaining to Ross' theatrical career. Also includes some material relating to her charitable work, most notably the Woman's Christian Temperance Union.

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Woman's christian temperance union

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Temperance organization founded in Cleveland, Ohio in 1874. Campaigning against the use of alcohol and in favor of labor laws and prison reform, the W.C.T.U. became one of the largest and most influential women's organizations of the 19th century. It became global when the World W.C.T.U. was founded in 1883. The organization continued to exist through the 20th century, although membership declined after the passage of the 18th Amendment (Prohibition) in 1919. From the description of ...

Ross, Helen Forbes, 1883-1966.

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Helen Forbes Ross (1883-1966), stage actress, daughter of Walter Tillou Forbes I, born in Atlanta, Georgia. Married Wisconsin University professor of sociology, Dr. E.A. Ross. After career in theater, she worked to raise money for worthy causes. From the description of Helen Forbes Ross papers, 1908-1967. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 38477931 ...