James Lees Laidlaw
James Lees Laidlaw (December 19, 1868 – May 9, 1932) was a banker, civic worker, and philanthropist. He supported the League of Nations and women's suffrage movement. He was president of the New York State Men's League for Women's Suffrage, which helped women obtain the right to vote on November 6, 1917, and he was a leader within the national men's organization. His was the only man's name that was placed on memorial tablets in Albany and Washington, D.C. in recognition of individual's efforts during the women's suffrage movement.
James Lees Laidlaw | |
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James Lees Laidlaw, President of New York State Men's League for Women Suffrage, Parade | |
| Born | December 19, 1868 New York |
| Died | May 9, 1932 (aged 63) Sands Point, New York |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Banker |
| Spouse | Harriet Burton Laidlaw |
| Children | Louise Burton Laidlaw |
| Parent(s) | Elizabeth Onderdonk Laidlaw Henry B. Laidlaw |
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