“The Columbian Council of Pittsburgh, 1894-1909”

“The Columbian Council of Pittsburgh, 1894-1909: A Case Study of Adult Immigrant Education,” by Ida Cohen Selavan. Describes first 15 years of activities of the Columbian Council, later known as the National Council of Jewish Women-Pittsburgh Section. Includes descriptions of kindergareten program, Columbian Council School, evening school for adults, and other early educational initiatives. Typescript, 160 pages.