# 2137 (1985) Bethune - PB, LL #A111111, XF MNH

1985 MARY McLEOD BETHUNE  Black Heritage Series   American educator, stateswoman, philanthropist, and humanitarian. Bethune founded the National Council for Negro Women in 1935, established the organization's flagship journal Aframerican Women's Journal, and resided as president or leader for myriad African American women's organizations including the National Association for Colored Women and the National Youth Administration's Negro Division. She also was appointed as a national adviser to president Franklin D. Roosevelt, whom she worked with to create the Federal Council on colored Affairs, also known as the Black Cabinet. Water Activated GumScott 2137 Perforated 11Lower Left Stamp Plate Block - #A111111 Mint Never Hinged - XF Centered