History of the North Carolina Federation of Women's Clubs: 1901-1925, (Paperback)

"History of the North Carolina Federation of Women's Clubs 1901-1925" provides a comprehensive and detailed account of the foundational years of one of North Carolina's most influential civic organizations. Written by Sallie Southall Cotten, a prominent leader in the movement, this work documents the tireless efforts of women to organize for social, educational, and cultural advancement during the early 20th century. <p>The narrative explores the federation's growth from its inception, highlighting its pivotal role in advocating for public libraries, improved education, health reforms, and environmental conservation across the state. It offers a unique window into the Progressive Era in the American South, illustrating how organized womanhood became a powerful force for community development and legislative change.</p><p>Readers will find an exhaustive record of the meetings, resolutions, and leadership that shaped the federation's trajectory over its first twenty-five years. This historical account serves as an essential resource for those interested in women's history, Southern sociology, and the evolution of civic activism in North Carolina. Through its meticulously preserved records, "History of the North Carolina Federation of Women's Clubs 1901-1925" captures the spirit of service and the collective impact of women dedicated to the betterment of their society.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>

• History of the North Carolina Federation of Women's Clubs: 1901-1925, (Paperback)
• Author: Tradd Street Press
• ISBN: 9781025396200
• Format: Paperback
• Publication Date: 2026-02-14
• Page Count: 230