Women of the Kansas delegation posing for photo at NFBPWC convention, Portland, 1925

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Women of the Kansas delegation posing for photo at NFBPWC convention, Portland, 1925

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From July 12 to July 18, 1925, the National Federation of Business and Professional Women's Clubs (NFBPWC) hosted its seventh annual convention in Portland. Delegations of women from numerous states attended the gathering.

This photo shows the women of the Kansas delegation, complete with their group's costume, which consisted of oversized birthday hats. Delegates wore group attire for fun and to help differentiate themselves from other groups.

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  • Title: Women of the Kansas delegation posing for photo at NFBPWC convention, Portland, 1925
  • Creator: Portland Press Herald
  • Creation Date: 1925
  • Subject Date: 1925
  • Location: Portland, Cumberland County, ME
  • Media: glass negative
  • Dimensions: 8.3 cm x 10.8 cm
  • Local Code: Coll. 1949, 2005.061.10939
  • Collection: Portland Press Herald glass negative collection
  • Object Type: Image

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