Forging their own identity : female clerical workers in twentieth century America

Author:
Creekmore, Mary Catherine, Corcoran Department of History, University of Virginia

Advisor:
Gaston, Paul M., Department of History, University of Virginia

Abstract:

The paper analyzes how clerical work was considered a high class occupation for women during the early decades of the 20th century, and how these workers made more than females in other available occupations.

Degree:
MA (Master of Arts)

Keywords:
Women -- Employment -- United States -- History -- 20th century, Clerks -- United States -- History -- 20th century, Sex role in the work environment -- United States -- History -- 20th century

Notes:

Digitization of this thesis was made possible by a generous grant from the Jefferson Trust, 2015.

Language:
English

Issued Date:
1988/08

Persistent Link:
https://doi.org/10.18130/V3RK9D

Forging their own identity : female clerical workers in twentieth century America

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