About Ruby I. Gilbert
Lived 1851 – 1945 (aged 93). Ruby I. Gilbert was an American businessperson.
Ruby Irene Gilbert (December 1, 1851 – August 20, 1945) was an American business woman associated for 70 years with the white ribbon movement, particularly the Woman's Christian Temperance Union (WCTU).
Her education was wholly in the public schools. In various relations that she sustained, Gilbert received diversified and thorough business training. while still earlier, she made her home at "Rest Cottage", which was Frances Willard's home before it became W.C.T.U. National Headquarters.
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Who was Ruby I. Gilbert?
American businesswoman (1851-1945)
When was Ruby I. Gilbert born?
Ruby I. Gilbert was born on 1 December 1851 in Junius.
When did Ruby I. Gilbert die?
Ruby I. Gilbert died on 20 August 1945 in Cook County.
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Ruby I. Gilbert was a businessperson.
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Ruby I. Gilbert was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Ruby I. Gilbert. https://biography.guide/ruby-i-gilbert/
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