Historical Marker

Ann I. Baker (1873-1931)

Paducah, 125 Kentucky Avenue · Paducah · McCracken

Kentucky marker

Inscription

Born in Kansas, Ann Baker came to Paducah in 1899 to work for her father, Henry Baker, at Ayer-Lord Tie Co. (railroad crossties). She retired from there, 1930. Marine Ways named a boat, A.I. Baker, for her. Organized Paducah Business and Professional Women's Club, 1920. Baker was elected president and served three years in that office.

[Reverse]

Ann Baker had idea for professional women's club in Paducah. Business Women's Club held first meeting, Sept. 1920, chartered Oct. 1920. Name changed to Paducah Business and Professional Women. Baker also served as first president of Ky. Federation of BPW. She was generous contributor to charitable and welfare institutions.

Dedicated May 23, 2004.

Location

AddressPaducah, 125 Kentucky Avenue
CityPaducah
CountyMcCracken

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