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Roxcy
Bolton, Pioneer Feminist
"Thus, we have made the
decision to change the name, and the “men only” concept, as expeditiously
as possible. "
-S.
M. McColloch, Vice
President and Publicity Director, Burdine’s
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History
Roxcy Bolton and her work for women's rights. |
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Documents
Letters about the "men only" lunch sections.
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Photos
Photographs of Roxcy Bolton. |
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Lesson
Plans
For Grades 7-9. Meets Sunshine State Standards for Social
Studies (SS.C.2.3.6) Standard 6: the student understands
the importance of participation in community service,
civic improvement and political activities. |
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For three
decades, Roxcy Bolton was Florida's leading women's rights activist. In
1969, Roxcy Bolton successfully challenged the practice that many restaurants
had of keeping a separate "men only" section.
These documents
include:
- Letters
from businesses with "men only" lunch sections, and letters
supporting and opposing the practice.
- Letter
from a high school student regarding discriminations.
- Essay
about Roxcy Bolton's accomplishments by broadcast journalist Molly Turner.
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