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Historical Essay

Youmans, Theodora Winton, 1863 - 1932

Editor and Women's Right Activist
Discover the history of Theodora Winton Youmans
Historical Essay

Theodora Winton Youmans and Women's Suffrage

Read about this Wisconsonite, whose leadership in the Women's Suffrage Movement helped Wisconsin become the first state to ratify the 19th Amendment.
Historical Essay

Youmans, Henry Mott 1851 - 1931

Politician and Businessman
Discover the history of Henry Mott Youmans
Historical Essay

The Woman's Suffrage Movement

How Years of Failure led to Success
Discover the history of suffrage in Wisconsin, and how the state became the first to ratify the 19th amendment after many difficulties.
Historical Essay

Women's History in Wisconsin

Provides a comprehensive summary of women's history in Wisconsin and contains primary sources from the 16th century to the early 21st century.

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