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Category: Illinois

  • Jane Addams & Ellen Gates Starr

    Jane Addams & Ellen Gates Starr

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    Jeffrey Inman
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    Hull House, founded by Jane Addams and Ellen Gates Starr in 1889, became a pivotal social reform hub in Chicago, addressing issues like poverty, child labor, and labor conditions. It empowered women reformers such as Florence Kelley and Julia Lathrop, transforming community needs into policies while advocating dignity and rights for marginalized populations.

  • Lydia Moss Bradley

    Lydia Moss Bradley

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    Jeffrey Inman
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    Lydia Moss Bradley, a pioneer and financier, transformed her grief into legacy after losing her husband and six children. Instead of retreating, she managed a fortune, significantly contributed to Peoria’s development, and founded Bradley Polytechnic Institute in 1897. Her story exemplifies resilience and significant impact, challenging traditional narratives about women’s roles in history.