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(from ''The History of Kappa Kappa Gamma 1870-1976'') | (from ''The History of Kappa Kappa Gamma 1870-1976'') | ||
| − | The charter members were the entire chapter, and the charter was revoked in 1874. In a letter written January 5, 1899, Louise Bennett Boyd, ''Monmouth'', wrote | + | The charter members were the entire chapter, and the charter was revoked in 1874. In a letter written January 5, 1899, Louise Bennett Boyd, ''Monmouth'', wrote "...it occurred to us that we ought to be letting our light shine so the 'A' chapter deputized Minnie Stewart, ''Monmouth'', and Lou Bennett to go up to Knoxville, Illinois, and organize a chapter there among the students of St. Mary's Seminary. We met at the home of Miss Mary Winter, who was the first member named in the 'B' chapter. A severe storm and snow blockade interfered with the proceedings quite seriously...I never returned after that visit, but Minnie visited...frequently..." |
There was confusion at the time of the publication of the ''1898 Catalogue.'' Knox College was listed as the site of Beta Chapter. Additions and corrections noted: "As far as can be ascertained, no chapter ever existed at Knox College." | There was confusion at the time of the publication of the ''1898 Catalogue.'' Knox College was listed as the site of Beta Chapter. Additions and corrections noted: "As far as can be ascertained, no chapter ever existed at Knox College." | ||
