Helmer, Bessie Bradwell (1858–1927)
Helmer, Bessie Bradwell (1858–1927)
American lawyer and editor. Born in Chicago, Illinois, Oct 20, 1858; died in Battle Creek, Michigan, Jan 10, 1927; dau. of Myra (Colby) Bradwell (legal reformer and entrepreneur) and James Bolesworth Bradwell; graduated 1st in class, Chicago High School, 1876, and 1st in class, Union College of Law (later Northwestern University Law School), 1882; m. Frank A. Helmer (lawyer), 1885.
Following mother's death (1894), became assistant editor of Chicago Legal News; was editor-in-chief and president of the company (1907–27).
See also Women in World History.
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