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The first Alpha chapter initiation is held on February 17, 1875. Founder Louise Coburn gives a special speech to the new members.

Date

02/17/1875

Associated Chapter(s)

Alpha

Associated Universities

Colby College

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Louise Coburn Address to Candidate at Initiation, February 17, 1875

Founder Louise H. Coburn,Alpha, Colby College, gave this address to the candidates just before their initiation in the first Sigma Kappa initiation ceremony. A typed transcript of this speech is also available.