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Kay Macpherson

1913 – 1999

Canadian feminist

Writer Physiotherapist
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About Kay Macpherson

Lived 1913 – 1999 (aged 85–86). Kay Macpherson was a writer and physiotherapist.

Kathleen Margaret Macpherson née Walker (1913 – 19 August 1999) was a Canadian feminist known for her views on nuclear disarmament, as well as being banned from the United States of America for her views. After her father died in 1917, the family moved to Branksome. There, Macpherson's mother remarried in 1920 and the family moved to Bedford. Her writings have appeared in publications including Canadian Forum, Canadian Women Studies, and Chatelaine.

Personal life In 1941, Macpherson moved to Fredericton, New Brunswick and met political scientist C.B. Macpherson the following year while he was teaching at the University of New Brunswick. In 1943, they married and later had three children, Susan, Stephen, and Shiela. They later settled in Toronto.

She published a memoir in 1994 age the age of 80, titled When in Doubt, Do Both: The Times of My Life.

Death Macpherson died on 19 August 1999 in Toronto after suffering from cancer.

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Important facts

Born
1913, Uxbridge
Birth century
Education
St Thomas' Hospital
Employers
Selly Oak Hospital
Awards
Member of the Order of Canada
Also known as
Kathleen Margaret Macpherson

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Kay Macpherson?

Canadian feminist

When was Kay Macpherson born?

Kay Macpherson was born in 1913 in Uxbridge.

When did Kay Macpherson die?

Kay Macpherson died on 19 August 1999.

What was Kay Macpherson's occupation?

Kay Macpherson was a writer and physiotherapist.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Kay Macpherson

· Wikidata: Q117021829

· DBpedia: Kay Macpherson

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