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Antique Bonnet Dresser

Currency:CAD Category:Collectibles Start Price:50.00 CAD Estimated At:NA
Antique Bonnet Dresser
Method of Payment is available at the On-Site. (Gracie D's Antiques Store, 5410-50 the Ave. mirror Ab) during pick-up days. Nov. 6-7-8 from 10 - 5 pm.)

Pick up only with paid invoice.
Load Out Days are Mon. Nov. 6, Tues. Nov. 7 and Wed. Nov. 8: 10-5
This Dresser Belonged to "One of The Famous Five" Irene Parlby. It was left behind in one of the outbuilding and well in to disrepair.Purchased at Auction and has been completely Restored.
Unfortunatly no Documentation.
H76x 45 x 19

Mary Irene Parlby (née Marryat), Alberta MLA (1921–35), women’s rights advocate, activist (born 9 January 1868 in London, UK; died 12 July 1965 in Red Deer, AB). Irene Parlby served as a Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) of Alberta for 14 years. She was the first woman in Alberta, and the second in the British Empire, to be appointed to a cabinet position. One of the Famous Five appellants in the Persons Case, Parlby was a compelling advocate for women’s rights. Known as the “Women’s Minister,” her career in activism and legislation was dedicated to improving the lives of rural women and children, such as with Alberta’s Dower Act in 1917. She was also a delegate to the League of Nations in 1930. However, she has also been criticized for her views on eugenics and for her support of Alberta’s Sexual Sterilization Act. She was named a Person of National Historic Significance in 1966 and an honorary senator in 2009.