Florence Cross Kitchelt

Overview

Florence Ledyard Cross Kitchelt born Rochester, NY December 17, 1874 (d. 1961). Socialist; sole woman on League of Nations Health Committee, 1924-30; head of Conn. League of Nations Association, 1924-44; promoted Model League of Nations; associate of Jane Addams.

Quotations

"I am more than ever convinced that the roots of both peace and war are economic. . . When, instead of fighting for the supplies which they so vitally need, the Nations will get together and apportion them so that each will get a share, the day of war will be over." (Boston Globe, Oct. 17, 1926; 1911 photo Schlesinger Lib.)