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Newspaper articles about Belva Lockwood
Title:
Newspaper articles about Belva Lockwood
Description:
Photocopies, many of which are cut off or incomplete. Contains newspaper articles, tributes, political cartoons, and her obituary. Also includes sheet music for a song about Belva Lockwood written by De Wolf Hopper. The articles, some of which were written by Lockwood, discuss for campaigns for president of the United States, her prominent cases as a lawyer, and her peace and women's suffrage activities. There are also many articles announcing her birthdays later in life since she had become a very prominent figure.
Date:
1884-1917
Collection:
Belva Ann Lockwood Papers, In Her Own Right, Swarthmore College
Woman's National Weekly articles
Title:
Woman's National Weekly articles
Description:
Photocopies, several of which are partially cut off. Series of articles published in the Woman's National Weekly over a span of several months in 1913 concerning a peace envoy of seventeen prominent women sent out by the Woman's Republic and departing for Europe, including Belva Lockwood, who is referred to as the dean of the party. Lockwood is also listed as the Attorney General for the Woman's Republic. The goal of the envoy is to establish a "world-wide Republic of Women, in which all organizations of women throughout the world shall join without loss of their own individuality or interference with their own organization." Articles include photographs of the women in the envoy and from their trip.
Date:
1913
Collection:
Belva Ann Lockwood Papers, In Her Own Right, Swarthmore College
'Brief Prospectus of the American Woman's Republic: Its Declaration and Constitution"
Title:
'Brief Prospectus of the American Woman's Republic: Its Declaration and Constitution"
Description:
States the mission and goals of the American Woman's Republic and the officers, including Belva Lockwood, who is listed as the Attorney General. Also discusses sources of revenue and promotes membership. The Constitution of the organization, which was adopted on June 22, 1912, is transcribed within the pamphlet.
Date:
1912-1917
Collection:
Belva Ann Lockwood Papers, In Her Own Right, Swarthmore College
Belva Lockwood biographical sketch
Title:
Belva Lockwood biographical sketch
Description:
Titled "A Distinguished Woman Honored, Mrs. Belva Ann Lockwood, Barrister at Law, the First Female LL. D. in America." Handwritten note at the top says, Paper prepared by the committee and given to the press at the time of the unveiling, probably referring to the portrait unveiling of Belva Lockwood. Gives a biographical sketch of Belva Lockwood and lists her major accomplishments.
Date:
1913
Collection:
Belva Ann Lockwood Papers, In Her Own Right, Swarthmore College
Belva Lockwood biographical sketch
Title:
Belva Lockwood biographical sketch
Description:
Titled "Who's Who in America." Handwritten biographical sketch of Belva Lockwood (not in Lockwood's handwriting). Gives a very brief biographical background and lists her major accomplishments.
Date:
1901-1856
Collection:
Belva Ann Lockwood Papers, In Her Own Right, Swarthmore College
Belva Lockwood biographical sketch
Title:
Belva Lockwood biographical sketch
Description:
Titled "Men and Women of America." Handwritten biographical sketch of Belva Lockwood (not in Lockwood's handwriting). Gives a brief biographical background and lists her major accomplishments.
Date:
1909-1956
Collection:
Belva Ann Lockwood Papers, In Her Own Right, Swarthmore College
Martha Schofield letter to Edward M. Davis; Edward M. Davis letter to Martha Schofield
Title:
Martha Schofield letter to Edward M. Davis; Edward M. Davis letter to Martha Schofield
Description:
Edward M. Davis was an abolitionist and women's rights activist. Schofield asks Davis to endorse her application for the position of postmistress of Aiken. Davis replies that he heartily endorses her and will do anything he can to help her. He praises her for being a Quaker antislavery activist who has made the South her home.
Date:
1881-04-03
Collection:
Martha Schofield Papers, In Her Own Right, Swarthmore College
Martha Schofield letters to the editor
Title:
Martha Schofield letters to the editor
Description:
Written to the editor of an Aiken paper and that of the Woman's Journal. Likely rough drafts. She addresses her recent attempt to be appointed postmistress of Aiken, a decision which she says was proposed to her by prominent men in the area. She details her struggles and her betrayal by many men who once supported her.
Date:
1881-04
Collection:
Martha Schofield Papers, In Her Own Right, Swarthmore College
Martha Schofield letter to her sister
Title:
Martha Schofield letter to her sister
Description:
Likely a fragment. Martha Schofield details her efforts to be appointed postmistress of Aiken, which has caused her to endure much discrimination as a woman. She also discusses some of her friends and acquaintances in Aiken.
Date:
1881-05-22
Collection:
Martha Schofield Papers, In Her Own Right, Swarthmore College
Martha Schofield letter to her sisters
Title:
Martha Schofield letter to her sisters
Description:
Martha Schofield shares news concerning Aiken and states that she has no desire to hold any office. She writes about the flowers being planted around her school, calling her hyacinths the most beautiful in Aiken. She is having pain in her arm and cannot write as often as she would like.
Date:
1895-04-07
Collection:
Martha Schofield Papers, In Her Own Right, Swarthmore College
Martha Schofield letter to her sister
Title:
Martha Schofield letter to her sister
Description:
Photocopy. Expresses her disappointment with the results of the recent election. Details her successful efforts to pacify potential violence and voter intimidation at the ballots by establishing a coffee table with other women and notes that it was "the first election ever held in Aiken that there was no arrest of a colored man." Discusses industrial work at the Schofield school and emphasizes the value of practical labor skills. Will be hiring a highly recommended teacher named Miss Marsh. Mentions her opinions on taking unnecessary medication.
Date:
1885-11-26
Collection:
Martha Schofield Papers, In Her Own Right, Swarthmore College
Lydia Maria Child letter to Lucretia Mott
Title:
Lydia Maria Child letter to Lucretia Mott
Description:
Lydia Maria Child tells Lucretia Mott of her disdain for "Female Conventions and Societies." She also asks Mott to send a letter appealing to British women not to buy cotton produced in the United States, as she feels that the loss of their business would have a larger impact on slavery than an American boycott would.
Date:
1839-03-05
Collection:
Mott Manuscripts, In Her Own Right, Swarthmore College
Jane Stuart Woolsey letter to Abby Hopper Gibbons
Title:
Jane Stuart Woolsey letter to Abby Hopper Gibbons
Description:
Jane Stuart Woolsey was an influential figure in relief work and nursing as well as a teacher of freedmen. Written from Fairfax Seminary Hospital. Asks Gibbons to bring multiple items when she comes to visit. Hopes that Mr. Wilson will consider the reforms to the Medical Department. Discusses desired political goals involving multiple individuals, including Dr. Smith. Mentions Senators John P. Hale and James W. Grimes. Asks that the papers between themselves remain confidential. Wishes Gibbons good luck with her "Asylum business" and hopes that Miss Schuyler and Miss Collins will visit.
Date:
1861-1865
Collection:
Abby Hopper Gibbons Papers, In Her Own Right, Swarthmore College
Jane Stuart Woolsey letter to Abby Hopper Gibbons
Title:
Jane Stuart Woolsey letter to Abby Hopper Gibbons
Description:
Jane Stuart Woolsey was an influential figure in relief work and nursing as well as a teacher of freedmen. Written from Fairfax Seminary Hospital. Gibbons's letter concerning the drunken conduct of Colonel Barnes has been read to President Lincoln in an attempt to prevent Barnes's official placement as Surgeon General and to work towards the reinstatement of General Hammond. Discusses recent events surrounding her work as a nurse with wounded soldiers. Is waiting to hear from the Sanitary Commission about the possibility of herself, Gibbons, and her sister Georgeanna Muirson Woolsey Bacon going to the front.
Date:
1864-05-06
Collection:
Abby Hopper Gibbons Papers, In Her Own Right, Swarthmore College
Abby Hopper Gibbons letter to Julia Gibbons
Title:
Abby Hopper Gibbons letter to Julia Gibbons
Description:
Discusses her work with a group of about 30 other women in Washington (including Elizabeth Grimes, wife of Iowa Senator James W. Grimes) to get a bill passed by both houses of Congress (an Act to incorporate the National Association for the Relief of Destitute Colored Women and Children). Has been put in charge of the hospital at Point Lookout, Maryland. The Surgeon General (William Hammond?) has offered her support. Visits Frances Seward, wife of Secretary of State William Seward.
Date:
1863-02-12
Collection:
Abby Hopper Gibbons Papers, In Her Own Right, Swarthmore College
Belle de Rivera letter to Anna M. Jackson
Title:
Belle de Rivera letter to Anna M. Jackson
Description:
Belle de Rivera was a suffragist who served as president of the Society for Political Study. Asks Jackson to accept the position of Chairman of Political Questions for the Society for Political Study and present a political question each month.
Date:
1886-1920
Collection:
Branson-Jackson Family Papers, In Her Own Right, Swarthmore College
Abby Hopper Gibbons letter to Lucy Gibbons Morse
Title:
Abby Hopper Gibbons letter to Lucy Gibbons Morse
Description:
Is in Washington trying to get a bill through Congress (likely the one for the Association for the Relief of Colored Women). Frustrated by "the everlasting red tape."
Date:
1863-02-08
Collection:
Abby Hopper Gibbons Papers, In Her Own Right, Swarthmore College
Georgeanna Muirson Woolsey Bacon letter to Abby Hopper Gibbons
Title:
Georgeanna Muirson Woolsey Bacon letter to Abby Hopper Gibbons
Description:
Georgeanna Muirson Woolsey Bacon was an influential figure in relief work and nursing. Written from Fairfax Seminary Hospital. Makes arrangements to meet with Abby. Mentions an upcoming meeting in Washington with people who ''will settle the colored question.''
Date:
1861-1865
Collection:
Abby Hopper Gibbons Papers, In Her Own Right, Swarthmore College
New York State Association Opposed to Woman Suffrage letter to Otto Kelsey
Title:
New York State Association Opposed to Woman Suffrage letter to Otto Kelsey
Description:
Addressed to public official Otto Kelsey. Discusses the Association's recent petition against women's suffrage and includes a pamphlet titled "An Outline of Work, which details their efforts. Signed by Josephine Jewell Dodge (Mrs. Arthur M. Dodge) and others.
Date:
1897-02-23
Collection:
Mariana Wright Chapman Family Papers, In Her Own Right, Swarthmore College
National American Woman Suffrage Association form letter to delegates
Title:
National American Woman Suffrage Association form letter to delegates
Description:
Form letter written by Corresponding Secretary Rachel Foster Avery and addressed to "Delegate." Reports businesss related to the Association and the recent 50th anniversary of the Seneca Falls Convention.
Date:
1898-03-15
Collection:
Mariana Wright Chapman Family Papers, In Her Own Right, Swarthmore College

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