Alice Barbee Castleman

Alice Barbee Castleman ( Barbee; December 5, 1843 – February 5, 1926) was an American social leader, philanthropist, and suffragist. She was known throughout the country for her activities in political and civic endeavors.

Early life and education Alice Osmond Barbee was born in Louisville, Kentucky, December 5, 1843. She was the daughter of former Louisville mayor, John Barbee, and Eliza (Kane) Barbee. Her father and mother were native Kentuckians and were numbered among the early pioneers. She was their oldest daughter.

She was one of 17 women who were elected as delegates to the 1920 Democratic National Convention at San Francisco when James M. Cox was nominated for President.

Personal life She married Gen. John Breckinridge Castleman on November 24, 1868. They had five children, three sons and two daughters: From 1891 till 1907, she made her home at 1321 South Fourth Street, Louisville.

In religion, she was an Episcopalian and a member of Christ Church, of Louisville. at her winter home in Eau Gallie, Florida. Burial was at Cave Hill Cemetery in Louisville.