Papers, 1940-2001 (bulk 1968-1973).

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Papers, 1940-2001 (bulk 1968-1973).

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The collection contains the personal papers of Harriet P. Henry, Maine's first woman judge. They reflect her many civic activities as well as her expertise in the areas of marine law and the environment. The collection contains correspondence, research materials, notes for and drafts of writing projects, and records of civic and governmental committees and commissions, all reflecting Harriet Henry's involvement in environmental, judicial and civic activities.

16 boxes (16 cubic feet)

Raymond H. Fogler Library

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Raymond H. Fogler Library

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Commission to Study the Future of Maine's Courts

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Henry, Harriet P.

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Harriet Putnam Henry was born in 1923 in Ashland, Kentucky. She graduated from Smith College in 1945 and earned a J.D. degree in 1954 from George Washington University School of Law. She came to Maine in 1958 and became active in many civic and charitable organizations. She worked to establish the Portland Housing Authority and served as its chair. She was also active in the Portland League of Women Voters, serving as its president from 1963 to 1965 and as chair of its tax committee during the c...

University of Maine at Portland-Gorham

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League of Women Voters of Portland (Me.)

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