The Editor of the New York Times invites Addams to write a series of three letters explaining why women should support Theodore Roosevelt and the new Progressive Party over Woodrow Wilson and the Democrats.
In Addams' speech before the National Conference of Charities and Correction, she forcefully argues for child labor reform as well as increased education. The speech, given on May 10 in Richmond, VA, was published in the proceedings.
Addams discusses the work of the League for the Protection of Children, formed to advocate for the well being of children in Chicago. The comments were made during the National Education Association meeting.
Hooker asks advice on whether the Suffrage League of Maryland should support the new Progressive Party or the Democratic Party, which is so strong in the state.
Walker writes Bill to resign from the 23rd Assembly District Progressive Club, citing Theodore Roosevelt's denial of full rights to African-Americans in the South as sinful and shameful.
On behalf of the United Charities of Chicago, Lies congratulates Addams on seconding the nomination of Theodore Roosevelt for President on the Progressive Party ticket.