Amelia Quinton Stone correspondence

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Identifier: 9266

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Content Description

The Amelia Quinton Stone correspondence includes several hundred letters to and from Amelia Stone Quinton dating approximalty from 1874-1910. The collection also includes associated documents relating to her advocacy for Native American rights and her work as one of the founders of the Women’s National Indian Association.

Dates

1874 - 1910

Creator

Quinton, Amelia S. (Amelia Stone), 1835?-1926 (Person)

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Biographical / Historical

Born on July 31, 1833 in Jamesville, New York, near Syracuse, Amelia Stone Quinton was an American activist and advocate for Native American rights. She was a co-founder, with Mary Bonney, of the Women's National Indian Association in 1883 and served as the association's president from 1887 to 1904. Her advocacy helped advance the rights of Native Americans.

Extent

1 cubic feet.

Language of Materials

English

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Abstract

Amelia Quinton Stone (1833-1926) was born in Jamesville, New York. Her correspondence includes several hundred letters both to and from, dating approximalty 1874-1910. The collection also includes associated documents relating to her advocacy for Native American rights and her work as one of the founders of the Women’s National Indian Association.