Office force of the Independent Order of St. Luke, of which Mrs. Walker is the head, 1922. Creator: Unknown

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Office force of the Independent Order of St. Luke, of which Mrs. Walker is the head, 1922. Creator: Unknown

Office force of the Independent Order of St. Luke, of which Mrs. Walker is the head, 1922

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Council Of Women For Home Missions Desk Fraternity Hammond Lily Hardy Jean Blackwell Hutson Division Lily Hardy Hammond Missions Council Of Women For Home New York Public Library Nypl Office Office Worker Open Plan Professional Public Library Schomburg Center For Research Afro American

EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, dating back to the 1920s, showcases the Office Force of the Independent Order of St. Luke, with Mrs. Walker presiding as their head. The Independent Order of St. Luke is an African American fraternity that was established in 1834, with a focus on charitable and benevolent work, particularly in the areas of education, health, and home missions. The image captures a moment in the organization's history, as a group of dedicated women, dressed in their formal attire, gather around a spacious office desk. The open plan office setting, with its large windows letting in natural light, exudes an air of productivity and professionalism. The furniture, including the impressive desk and matching filing cabinets, conveys a sense of order and organization. The women in the photograph appear to be engaged in a council meeting, possibly of the Jean Blackwell Hutson Division of the Missions Council of Women for Home. The group's name pays homage to Jean Blackwell Hutson, a pioneering African American librarian and civil rights activist who dedicated her life to promoting literacy and education. The photograph is a testament to the important work being carried out by the Office Force of the Independent Order of St. Luke during the 1920s. It is a reminder of the significant contributions made by African American women to their communities, and the crucial role that organizations like the Independent Order of St. Luke played in shaping the social fabric of America during this era. This photograph is part of the extensive collection of the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, housed at the New York Public Library. It is a valuable resource for scholars, researchers, and anyone interested in exploring the rich history and heritage of the African American experience in the United States.

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