The 1898 Women's Carnival 

Sponsored by the
Women's Educational and Industrial Union

Part of the foreword to the 1898 program. 

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  The Women's Educational and Industrial Union was formed in San Francisco in 1889. Its members have succeeded in helping thousands of deserving women to help themselves.
  They have encouraged many and given protection where it was sorely needed.
About a year ago the Union removed to 7 Van Ness Avenue. Their home is roomy and pleasant. Still it does not afford the facilities for work that is needed.
   The rent has to be paid each month">

The 1898 Women's Carnival  Sponsored by the Women's Educational and Industrial Union Part of the foreword to the 1898 program.    The Women's Educational and Industrial Union was formed in San Francisco in 1889. Its members have succeeded in helping thousands of deserving women to help themselves.   They have encouraged many and given protection where it was sorely needed. About a year ago the Union removed to 7 Van Ness Avenue. Their home is roomy and pleasant. Still it does not afford the facilities for work that is needed.    The rent has to be paid each month, money that could be used in helping the members... I don't know what happened to the WEIU, but it is gratifying to be know that San Francisco women were in the forefront one hundred years ago in helping others.... just as they are today. Here is their program