Sara Rowsey Foley
American educator, journalist, biographer, clubwoman
About Sara Rowsey Foley
Lived 1840 – 1925 (aged 84). Sara Rowsey Foley was an American writer, biographer, clubwoman, journalist and teacher.
Sara Rowsey Foley (November 25, 1840 - October 22, 1925) was an American teacher, journalist, biographer and clubwoman. She was the first newspaper woman in Toledo, Ohio.
Early life Sara Rowsey was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, November 25, 1840.
Career
Foley's early career was as a school teacher.
She became the first newspaper woman in Toledo, serving as a member of the advertising and editorial staff of the Toledo Commercial.
She published a book of Toledo reminiscences in 1923.
A clubwoman, she served as president of the Dante club. She was also an organizer The couple had a daughter, Julia.
Sara Rowsey Foley died in Toledo on October 22, 1925 and was interred in Calvary Cemetery.
Selected works Toledo Women Writers of Yesterday, 1925 (text)
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Sara Rowsey Foley?
American educator, journalist, biographer, clubwoman (1840-1925)
When was Sara Rowsey Foley born?
Sara Rowsey Foley was born on 25 November 1840 in Cincinnati.
When did Sara Rowsey Foley die?
Sara Rowsey Foley died on 22 October 1925 in Toledo.
What was Sara Rowsey Foley's occupation?
Sara Rowsey Foley was a writer, biographer, clubwoman, journalist and teacher.
What nationality was Sara Rowsey Foley?
Sara Rowsey Foley was American.
Sources & further reading
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