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The New York Times, January 22, 1917 – The suffragists, who are picketing the White House, continue to be frustrated because President Wilson is taking no action to promote suffrage with the members of his own Democratic Party. read clipping

The New York Times, January 24, 1917 – The governor of North Dakota signs a law granting women limited suffrage in North Dakota effective July 1, 1917. read clipping

The New York Times, January 25, 1917 – Letter to the Editor – A West Virginian responds to Carrie Chapman Catt’s assertion that suffrage was defeated in West Virginia due to corruption. read clipping

The New York Times, January 27, 1917 – President Wilson congratulates Carrie Chapman Catt on the suffrage victory in North Dakota. Meanwhile, the suffragists led by Alice Paul continue to picket the White House. read clipping