About M. Evelyn Killen
Lived 1871 – 1951 (aged 79–80). M. Evelyn Killen was an American temperance worker and executive.
M. Evelyn Killen ( Meredith; 1871–1951) was an American temperance movement advocate who served as President of the Delaware State Woman's Christian Temperance Union (WCTU).
Early life and education Mary Evelyn Meredith was born on a farm near Petersburg, Delaware, September 10, 1871.
She was educated in the local district school, at Felton, Delaware high school and seminary, and at Swarthmore College (for two years). Even in later years, she remained active in Delaware State Union work, being referred to as Honorary president.
Personal life In 1893, she married John Walson Killen (1857–1928), a farmer and nurseryman, of Felton.
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American temperance leader (1871-1951)
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