The History of Woman Suffrage, Volume IV

Chapter 14

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NATIONAL-AMERICAN CONVENTION OF 1894 221-235

Interesting picture of convention in _Woman's Journal_ -- Miss Anthony describes forty years' wandering in the wilderness -- Colorado women present her with flag -- She declares the suffrage association knows no section, no party, no creed -- Memorial service for Lucy Stone and other distinguished members, with addresses by Mrs. Howe, Mr. Foulke, Mr. Blackwell and others -- Many interesting speeches -- Miss Shaw's anecdotes -- Her Sunday sermon, "Let no man take thy crown;" this was written to the church and includes woman, responsibility should be placed on women to steady them in the use of power -- Letter commending Woman Suffrage from Gov. Davis H. Waite of Colorado -- Rachel Foster Avery tells of Miss Anthony's part in securing the World's Fair Board of Lady Managers -- Discussion on Federal Suffrage -- Kate Field states her position.