MSSU Archives & Special Collections Exhibits: A.B.B.C. Coterie

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A.B.B.C. Coterie

The ABBC Coterie was founded in 1939 by Betty Baron and three of her friends she met in an English class. Originally, the ABBC Coterie was created for women to gather to study English and Parliamentary Law; however, as WWII began, the ABBC Coterie found themselves dedicated to providing entertainment and resources to the servicemen in the war. 

Official constitution of the ABBC Coterie

Acceptance letter of the ABBC Coterie into the Missouri Federation of Women’s Clubs

ABBC Coterie History Highlights

A.B.B.C. Coterie and Co-ettes written by Betty Baron, 8-19-1945

Written by Betty Baron, this article tells the story of the beginnings of the ABBC Coterie.

Betty Baron and Club Women

Betty Baron and club women pose for a photo at a convention dinner. Pictured from the right is Mrs. Talbot, Mrs. Cannon, Mrs. Burt, Mrs. Covington, Betty Baron, Mrs. Pitcher, Mrs. White, Mrs. Bartholomew, Mrs. Munger, and the woman on the far-left name is unknown.

Announcement of ABBC Coterie federation

Photo of Club Women, Elizabeth Baron at center of group, other names are unknown

Photo of Club Women, Elizabeth Baron at center of group, other names are unknown

Photo of Club Women, names are unknown

Photo of Club Women, names are unknown

Article discussing the formation of the Coettes, a junior division of the ABBC Coterie.

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