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Marion Dickerman

1890 – 1983

American educator

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About Marion Dickerman

Lived 1890 – 1983 (aged 93). Marion Dickerman was an American teacher and suffragist.

Marion Dickerman (April 11, 1890 – May 16, 1983) was an American suffragist, educator, vice-principal of the Todhunter School, and a close friend of Eleanor Roosevelt.

Birth and early life Born in Westfield, New York, she studied for two years at Wellesley College before transferring to Syracuse University where she became involved in women's suffrage. She graduated with a bachelor of arts in 1911 and a graduate degree in education in 1912.

Career

She taught first at Canisteo, New York, and in 1913, moved to Fulton, New York, where she taught American history at Fulton High School. Dickerman was head of the Fulton High history department for four years before she left the school in 1918. Dickerman ran, taking votes away from Sweet, who was then unable to secure the Republican nomination for governor.

In 1927, Dickerman, Roosevelt, and Cook purchased the Todhunter School, with Dickerman becoming principal.

Dickerman died in 1983 at the age of 93 at the Crossroads retirement home in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, and is buried next to Nancy Cook at Westfield Cemetery, Westfield, New York.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Marion Dickerman?

American educator (1890-1983)

When was Marion Dickerman born?

Marion Dickerman was born on 11 April 1890 in Westfield.

When did Marion Dickerman die?

Marion Dickerman died on 16 May 1983 in Kennett Square.

What was Marion Dickerman's occupation?

Marion Dickerman was a teacher and suffragist.

What nationality was Marion Dickerman?

Marion Dickerman was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Marion Dickerman

· Wikidata: Q6765171

· DBpedia: Marion Dickerman

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