Christensen, Esther, 1895-1987
Person
Dates
- Existence: 1895 - 1987
Biography
Esther Downs was born May 9, 1895 in Auburn Township, Fayette County, in northeastern Iowa. After finishing eighth grade she 'hired out,' taking care of sick people. She also worked as a waitress and at the County Farm. On November 12, 1919 she married Morris Christensen, who had just returned from participating in World War I. They raised two sons and twin daughters. Morris Christensen died April 26, 1979 and Esther Christensen died October 5, 1987.
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
Esther Christensen papers
Collection — Folder 1
Identifier: IWA0596
Abstract
Arrangement
65-page memoir of Fayette County, Iowa farmwoman.
Arrangement
One folder, shelved in SCVF.
Dates:
1908-1987
Found in:
Iowa Women's Archives