Newman, Pauline (1887–1986)
Newman, Pauline (1887–1986)
American labor activist. Born in Russia, Oct 18, 1887; died April 1986 in NY; lifelong friend of Rose Schneiderman and Clara Lemlich; lived with Frieda S. Miller (1889–1973).
Worked at the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory; quit job to become a labor organizer; wrote about the miserable working conditions of the factory following the Triangle fire; was the 1st full-time woman organizer for International Ladies' Garment Workers Union (ILGWU); founded the ILGWU's Health Center and was director of health education (1918–80); was also an advisor to US Department of Labor (1930s–40s.
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