E. Irene Rood

E. Irene Rood (1843–1921) was an American humanitarian and organizational leader. She organized the "Audubon Society" in Chicago, Illinois which was said to be the only society of its kind then in existence.

Early life Ella Irene Rood was born in 1843.

Career In 1890, a Chicago Society was started under the presidency of E. Irene Rood. About 70 persons joined and the Society was incorporated in 1893. It was said to be the only society of its kind then in existence. She said: "The late Rev. Jenkin Lloyd Jones (a lover of birds) gave me the free use of his church in which to hold the preliminary meetings, and at my request signed the incorporation papers."

Death E. Irene Rood died in Chicago, on May 21, 1921. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank H. Rood.