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The Life of Susan B. Anthony

Reminiscing with Susan

When “Miss Anthony” went to her birthplace for her birthday (Feb 15) to reminisce about her family news, intrepid New Englanders turned out, despite blustery weather.

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The Life of Susan B. Anthony

Was Susan B. Anthony Honored During Her Lifetime?

Although Susan’s early years were filled with bitter opposition,she became much loved for her tireless work on behalf of women and African-Americans. On Susan’s birthdays, many affectionate

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The Life of Susan B. Anthony

Reminiscing with Susan

Join me at the Susan B. Anthony Birthplace Museum next Sunday, February 15 for her birthday celebration. We’ll have a festive gathering and refreshments, and I

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The Life of Susan B. Anthony

Light Extinguished

One of the most poignant mementos among the Anthony archives is a small packet of news clippings tied with a black ribbon. When I carefully

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The Anthony Family

Losing Daughters

Wealth, power, prestige: the pleasure of these pales when family disasters strike. Despite their worldly success, the Leavenworth Anthonys were no strangers to hearthache. At such

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Where to Fall in Love

Two nights ago I attended the “Turning of the Year” Ball for the English Country Dancers. It took place in downtown Rochester at the Jonathan Child

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