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Thanks to the careful work of James P. Walsh, his 1979 book, "The First Rotarian" gives a much to examine in the lives of Rotary's early leaders and events. We are preparing the story of how Jean Thompson Harris spend the eight years after Paul's death, and also her reflections on her life with Paul.

The Sale of Comely Bank

Life in a Chicago Hotel - the life of a charitable philanthropy

Her work with "Pacific Garden Mission"

 

Final appearance, age 74, at the Golden Anniversary RI convention in Chicago

 

Jean Harris and Jessie Schiele visit their husband's graves the day before the convention.

 

Return to Edinburgh

Stays in touch with Edinburgh club

Golden Anniversary of Edinburgh, meets RI president Carl P. Miller

 

 

 

James P. Walsh "The First Rotarian" Chapter 46 Mrs. Harris Goes Home Alone
Jean sells Comely Bank, works for Pacific Garden Mission, then attends the 50th anniversary of her late husbands beloved child. A dramatic entrance at the convention. Read about it see photos at the 1955 convention site. Read in James P. Walsh's book "The First Rotarian" his tribute to Jean Harris. Rotary was a legacy to both of them Jean has not been forgotten in Edinburgh, read and then visit her site. www.rotaryfirst100.org/women/jeanharris
 

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