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Elizabeth M. Boyer

1913 – 2002

American lawyer, feminist and writer

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Lived 1913 – 2002 (aged 89). Elizabeth M. Boyer was an American lawyer, author and professor, known for Women's Equity Action League.

Elizabeth M. Boyer (November 12, 1913 in Ohio – December 2, 2002) was an American lawyer, feminist and writer.

In 1937, she earned a B.S. in education from Bowling Green State University. In 1947, she received her law degree from Cleveland State University College of Law. In 1950, she earned her Masters of Law degree from Case Western Reserve University School of Law. She was a full professor of business law at Cuyahoga Community College.

In 1968, she founded the Women's Equity Action League (WEAL) as a moderate feminist movement for professional women. It provided dissent against the pro-choice stance of the National Organization for Women (NOW).

Boyer also researched and wrote a number of books about historical women, including 16th-century noblewoman Marguerite de La Rocque, who was marooned on an island in the Gulf of St Lawrence as punishment for an affair.

Boyer headed her own publishing firm Veritie Press and was the author of three books. Boyer was a member of Delta Gamma.

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
Known for
Women's Equity Action League
Education
Bowling Green State University, Cleveland State University College of Law, Case Western Reserve University School of Law
Employers
Cuyahoga Community College
Awards
Ohio Women's Hall of Fame
Also known as
Elizabeth Boyer, Elizabeth Mary Boyer

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Elizabeth M. Boyer's

Frequently asked questions

Who was Elizabeth M. Boyer?

American lawyer, feminist and writer (1913-2002)

When was Elizabeth M. Boyer born?

Elizabeth M. Boyer was born on 12 November 1913 in Lima.

When did Elizabeth M. Boyer die?

Elizabeth M. Boyer died on 2 December 2002 in Russell Township.

What was Elizabeth M. Boyer's occupation?

Elizabeth M. Boyer was a lawyer, author and professor.

What was Elizabeth M. Boyer known for?

Elizabeth M. Boyer was known for Women's Equity Action League.

What nationality was Elizabeth M. Boyer?

Elizabeth M. Boyer was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Elizabeth M. Boyer

· Wikidata: Q5362452

· DBpedia: Elizabeth M. Boyer

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