Leona C. Gabel papers, 1915-1982.

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Leona C. Gabel papers, 1915-1982.

Contains biographical materials, correspondence, drafts of speeches and lectures, lecture notes, photographs and manuscripts of her published writings, including her notes and manuscript for the biography of Anna J. Cooper.

2.1 linear ft. (5 boxes)

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SNAC Resource ID: 7655687

Smith College, Neilson Library

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Cooper, Anna J. (Anna Julia), 1858-1964

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Anna Julia Haywood Cooper (August 10, 1858 – February 27, 1964) was an American author, educator, sociologist, speaker, Black Liberation activist, and one of the most prominent African-American scholars in United States history. Born into slavery in Raleigh, North Carolina in 1858, Cooper followed the path of many African Americans as she grasped hold of opportunities for an education through the Freedmen’s Bureau after emancipation. Cooper worked her way through St. Augustine’s Normal School...

Gabel, Leona C. (Leona Christine), 1895-1980

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Gabel was born April 15, 1895 to Jacob and Christina Gabel. She graduated from Syracuse University, A.B., 1915 and Bryn Mawr, Ph. D., 1928. She headed the history department at the Schipley School for Girls before coming to Smith College in 1923 where she was professor of history until her retirement in 1963. She was particularly noted for her work in European history from the late Middle Ages to the Renaissance and Reformation. She died August 1980. From the description of Leona C. ...

Smith College.

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Since 1900, Christmas at Smith College has involved the sending of cards, the singing of carols and the annual Vespers. Smith College's Christmas Vespers has allowed religious and non-religious students alike to come together and appreciate the music and spirit of the holiday season. At this annual candlelight ceremony, Smith College choral groups perform seasonal songs and religious readings. From the description of Records of Christmas at Smith College, 1900-[ongoing]. (Smith Colle...