Michelle Glowen
A passionate historian, Michelle, holds both a Bachelor and Master of Arts in the field. She was awarded while in her program for her academic excellence, was the acting president of her Phi Alpha Theta chapter, and sat on the Graduate Advisory Council. Given a wonderful opportunity Michelle was able to participate on a grant funded project designed to help educators better teach history. Following the completion of her Master’s she began teaching at the college level, working at various colleges she has been able to focus her concentration on American history. Her research interests include the Early Republic period, the American Civil War, and the Progressive Era, with an emphasis on women’s history. Michelle currently resides in Washington State with her husband and daughter.
Latest Articles
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Suffragist in the Pacific Northwest
The indomitable May Hutton became a leader in the Idaho and Washington women's suffrage movements
Mar 11, 2009
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New Status and Political Aspirations
The now wealthy May Hutton moved up the social ladder in Wallace, Idaho continuing her pursuit of equal rights and help for those less fortunate
Mar 11, 2009
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The Hercules-Firefly Mine
A small investment in yet another mine for May and Levi finally brought the wealth that May had been searching for since she left Ohio years earlier
Mar 10, 2009
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Author and Protector
With her husband in the "bullpen," the tenacious May Hutton moved to free him and secure rights for the miners who were being held
Mar 10, 2009
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Assassination of Governor Steunenberg
The mine owners and the Governor of Idaho moved to identify and punish those involved in the explosions at the Bunker Hill mine in 1899
Mar 10, 2009
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The Destruction of the Bunker Hill Mine 1899
The "Second Battle of Bunker Hill" in the Silver Valley of Idaho was a destructive turn of events that paralyzed the region
Mar 10, 2009
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Marriage and Social Tensions in Idaho
A new marriage and mounting tensions in the Silver Valley were primary elements in May Hutton's life.
Mar 10, 2009
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A New Beginning in Idaho
Intrepid May Hutton who at twenty three was a widow set out for the silver mines of Idaho, leaving Ohio and her family for a new beginning.
Mar 10, 2009
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May Arkwright Hutton
An illegitimate child few wanted, May Arkwright, would go on to be one of the most powerful women in the Pacific Northwest
Mar 10, 2009
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Victoria Claflin Woodhull
The first woman to become a stock broker, address a congressional committee, and run for president, Victoria was a maverick of her time.
Dec 10, 2008
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