Catherine Waugh McCulloch

Overview

Catherine Waugh McCulloch born Ransomville, NY June 4, 1862 (d. 1945). Pioneer woman lawyer and influential speaker who led suffrage movement in Illinois; WILPF leader, lifelong friend of Jane Addams; opposed US imperialism in Philippines; advocated international arbitration; authored study of British colonies.

Quotations

"I have great anxiety for the future. How can my daughter be saved from the white slave traffic?" (March 14, 1914 prayer, The Survey, p.752; photo evanstonwomen.org)