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A Grand Prohibition Picnic At S.W. Brown's Grove

Martha McClellan Brown Ephemera

This was a flyer printed to advertise the picnic where many speakers, including McClellan Brown, would address those gathered. It includes a refreshment stand, and some singing from the Bethel Prohibition Singers.

National Prohibition Alliance

Martha McClellan Brown Ephemera

This flyer has two purposes. First, one side shows the main officers and who is on the Board of Managers. Second, is a short explanation as to what the purposes and goals of the organization are. This brief explanation was written by Martha McClellan Brown as she was Secretary of the organization at the time.

Upton Study Club, Alma Kephart Wilson

Martha McClellan Brown Ephemera

A report in the Club Woman’s Magazine summarizing recent meetings of the Upton Study Club. Martha McClellan Brown served as president of the club at the time; the article was submitted by Alma Kephart Wilson, corresponding secretary.

Justitia Progressus Sum, Martha Mcclellan Brown

Martha McClellan Brown Ephemera

Celebrates the addition of Arizona, Michigan, Oregon and Kansas to the list of states that have granted women the right to vote. From the Club Woman’s Magazine.

Women’S Future, Martha Mcclellan Brown

Martha McClellan Brown Speeches

Handwritten note outlining Brown’s thoughts on the future of women. She argues that the progress of women parallels that of men, and that women are ready to realize their full potential. The author is presumed to be Martha McClellan Brown.

An Incident With Its Sequel (2), William Kennedy Brown

William Kennedy Brown Papers

William Kennedy Brown describes an 1869 meeting with Elizabeth Cady Stanton. Stanton wanted to convince Martha McClellan Brown, who was in New York at the time, to join her in advocating for women’s suffrage. William Kennedy Brown argued that by aligning herself with Cady Stanton she would damage her reputation among evangelical women. He felt that his wife would more effectively advance the cause of suffrage by continuing her efforts to organize the Women’s Christian Temperance Union.

Some May, Some May Not

Martha McClellan Brown Ephemera

A flyer that outlines what citizens of the United States are permitted to vote at the time.

Note From Harriet Taylor Upton, Harriet Taylor Upton

Martha McClellan Brown Correspondence

A short, typed note from Harriet Taylor Upton discussing a successful campaign in California for women's suffrage and asking for suffragists to call attention to the impending victory of the campaign.

Letter, Harriet Taylor Upton To Martha Mcclelland Brown [Martha Mcclellan Brown], Harriet Taylor Upton

Martha McClellan Brown Correspondence

A letter from Harriet Taylor Upton of the Ohio Woman Suffrage Association to Martha McClellan Brown asking Brown to speak at a Farmers' Institute in Okeana, Ohio.

Letter, Harriet Taylor Upton To Ohio Women, Harriet Taylor Upton

Martha McClellan Brown Correspondence

An open letter to Ohio Women from Harriet Taylor Upton of the Ohio Woman Suffrage Association informing them of the upcoming Ohio Constitutional Convention and calling on them to contact Upton to help change the constitution.

The Federal Suffrage Amendment, Congressional Union For Woman Suffrage

Martha McClellan Brown Correspondence

A two page letter outlining the text of the Susan B. Anthony Amendment, steps necessary for it's passage, reasons for suffragists to focus on passing amendments at the federal level, and more.

Letter, 1915, November 4, Mrs. Harvey C. Garber And Edna A. Stone To Dear Suffragist [Martha Mcclellan Brown], D. H. Garber, Edna A. Stone

Martha McClellan Brown Correspondence

A letter from the Congressional Union for Woman Suffrage discussing the potential passage of the Shafroth-Palmer amendment or the Susan B. Anthony amendment and asking for support for both. The letter was written by Mrs. Harvey C. Garber (D.H. Curtis Garber) and Edna A. Stone.

Letter, 1915, July 21, Harriet Taylor Upton To Mrs. M. Mcclellan Brown [Martha Mcclellan Brown], Harriet Taylor Upton

Martha McClellan Brown Correspondence

A letter from Harriet Taylor Upton of the Ohio Woman Suffrage Association to Martha McClellan Brown indicating her disappointment for Brown not coming to Springfield, the status of a mutual acquaintance, and more.

Letter, 1915, June 19, Congressional Union For Woman Suffrage To Dear Suffragist [Martha Mcclellan Brown], Congressional Union For Woman Suffrage

Martha McClellan Brown Correspondence

A letter from the Congressional Union for Woman Suffrage discussing the forming of a branch of the union in each state and an invitation to a luncheon.

Letter, 1915, June 12, Katherine Dexter Mccormick To Mrs. Brown [Martha Mcclellan Brown], Katharine Dexter Mccormick

Martha McClellan Brown Correspondence

A letter from Katharine Dexter McCormick of the National American Woman Suffrage Association inviting Brown to become a regent of the Volunteer League.

Letter, 1915, February 17, Harriet Taylor Upton To Dear Friend [Martha Mcclellan Brown], Harriet Taylor Upton

Martha McClellan Brown Correspondence

A letter from Harriet Taylor Upton of the Ohio Woman Suffrage Association discussing information about the Mississippi Valley Conference that will be held in Indianapolis from March 7-9.

For God And Home And Every Land 1915-1916

Martha McClellan Brown Ephemera

This pamphlet outlines the 1915-16 schedule for the Temperance Movement and the WCTU organizational structure within Ohio. It outlines the speakers at the weekly meetings, who has what responsibilities, and other pertinent information.

Letter, 1914, December 14, Harriet Taylor Upton To Dear President [Martha Mcclellan Brown], Harriet Taylor Upton

Martha McClellan Brown Correspondence

A letter from Harriet Taylor Upton of the Ohio Woman Suffrage Association referencing an enclosed plan of work that was developed at the State Convention and asking for the help of the president to "put it into operation."

Note: The original copy was very difficult to read due to fading. This copy has been edited in the attempt to make the digital version of the letter easier to read.

Letter, 1914, December 10, Harriet Taylor Upton To Martha Mcclellan Brown, Harriet Taylor Upton

Martha McClellan Brown Correspondence

A letter from Harriet Taylor Upton of the Ohio Woman Suffrage Association to Martha McClellan Brown about receiving her "auxiliary dues of the Harriet Taylor Upton Study Club" and she makes a reference to "the trouble with Miss Quinby."

Letter, 1914, September 1, Harriet Taylor Upton To Dear President [Martha Mcclellan Brown], Harriet Taylor Upton

Martha McClellan Brown Correspondence

A letter from Harriet Taylor Upton of the Ohio Woman Suffrage Association discussing her assessment of the various political supporters for women's suffrage in both democratic and republican parties at the most recent convention and detailing the efforts of the association as well.

Letter, 1914, May 11, Clara Bewick Colby To Dear Friend [Martha Mcclellan Brown], Clara Bewick Colby

Martha McClellan Brown Correspondence

A letter from Clara Bewick Colby of the Federal Suffrage Association discussing the progress of the association by working to get Congress to recognize women's right to vote, and also asking for the recipient to become a member of the association.

Letter, 1914, April 25, Agnes E. Ryan To Dear Suffragist [Martha Mcclellan Brown], Agnes E. Ryan

Martha McClellan Brown Correspondence

A letter from Agnes E. Ryan of The Woman's Journal offering suffragists and demonstrators the opportunity to sell issues of The Woman's Journal during their parade on May 2nd.

Letter, 1914, February 3, Harriet Taylor Upton And Mrs. Mcclellan Brown [Martha Mcclellan Brown], Harriet Taylor Upton

Martha McClellan Brown Correspondence

A letter from Harriet Taylor Upton of the Ohio Woman Suffrage Association to Martha McClellan Brown discussing options for reimbursing Upton for visiting Cincinnati and other matters related to an upcoming conference.

Letter, 1914, Parade Committee To Dear Friend [Martha Mcclellan Brown], Ohio Woman Suffrage Parade Committee

Martha McClellan Brown Correspondence

A letter from the Ohio Woman Suffrage Parade Committee calling potential suffragists and demonstrators to march in the Ohio Woman Suffrage Parade.

Letter, 1914, Clara Bewick Colby To Dear Members And Friends, Clara Bewick Colby

Martha McClellan Brown Correspondence

A letter from Clara Bewick Colby of the Federal Association to its membership detailing the status of various bills related to suffrage in Congress, work on a national amendment, state campaigns and more.

Letter, 1913, November 26, Harriet Taylor Upton To Mrs. Brown [Martha Mcclellan Brown], Harriet Taylor Upton

Martha McClellan Brown Correspondence

A letter from Harriet Taylor Upton of the Ohio Woman Suffrage Association to Martha McClellan Brown discussing her hope that Brown will be attending a convention in Washington.

Letter, 1913, November 12, William Littleford To Mrs. Mcclelland Brown [Martha Mcclellan Brown], William Littleford

Martha McClellan Brown Correspondence

A letter from William Littleford of the Men's League for Woman Suffrage to Martha McClellan Brown with information about the Twenty-Eight Annual Convention of the Ohio State Suffrage Association, and potentially requesting that Brown sell tickets.

Letter, 1913, October 16, Mary Ware Dennett To Mrs. M. Mcclellan Brown [Martha Mcclellan Brown], Mary Ware Dennett

Martha McClellan Brown Correspondence

A letter from Mary Ware Dennett of the National American Woman Suffrage Association to Martha McClellan Brown regarding an estimate of the total number members of the association.

Letter, 1913, October 11, Harriet Taylor Upton And Mrs. M. Mcclellan Brown [Martha Mcclellan Brown], Harriet Taylor Upton

Martha McClellan Brown Correspondence

A letter from Harriet Taylor Upton of the Ohio Woman Suffrage Association to Martha McClellan Brown about the cost of Upton's travel expenses and about how Brown's club could reimburse her.

Letter, 1913, October 8, Adina Myers To Mrs. M. Mcclellan Brown [Martha Mcclellan Brown], Adina Myers

Martha McClellan Brown Correspondence

A letter from Adina Myers of the Law Offices of Andrews, Harlan, & Andrews to Martha McClellan Brown indicating that she and two others will be attending a luncheon at the Sinton.