Dictionary of Sydney

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Street, Jessie

Feminist activist who campaigned for every major social justice issue of the twentieth century, including women's and children's rights, Aboriginal rights, peace, civil liberties, economic equality and more.

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Born
Ranchi, Bihar, India
18 Apr 1889
Died
Paddington, Sydney
02 Jul 1970
Name
Commemorated by
Birth
Lillingston, Jessie Mary Grey
18 Apr 1889 - 10 Feb 1916
Occupation
Position
Dec 1929
Relationship
Spouse
10 Feb 1916 - 02 Jul 1970