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Woman's Press Club of New York City

A pioneering New York journalism club, this organization brought women writers and editors together at a time when the press world offered them few formal spaces of their own. Its story opens a window onto the networks, ambitions, and professional community that helped women claim a stronger place in American media.

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Memories of Jane Cunningham Croly, "Jenny June"

Memories of Jane Cunningham Croly, "Jenny June"

by Woman's Press Club of New York City

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Founded in the late 19th century, the Woman's Press Club of New York City was an association for women working in journalism and related fields. It emerged during a period when women were expanding their presence in newspapers, magazines, and publishing, and clubs like this offered professional support, visibility, and a sense of shared purpose.

The group is remembered as part of the broader movement of women's press clubs that appeared in major American cities. These organizations often hosted meetings, dinners, and public events, helping members build careers and connections in a profession that was still heavily shaped by men.

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