Mary Stretch Irick Drexel

Detail of photograph of Mary Stretch Irick Drexel with George W. Childs Drexel

Title

Mary Stretch Irick Drexel

Biographical Text

Mary Stretch Irick Drexel (1864-1948) was born in Vincentown, New Jersey, and married Anthony J.’s youngest son, publisher George W. Childs Drexel. She was the Director of the American Red Cross’ Canteen Service for the Pennsylvania-Delaware Division during World War I.

Birth Date

1864

Death Date

1948

Birthplace

Vincentown, New Jersey

Occupation

Philanthropist and socialite

Source

Detail of Photo album page showing portraits labeled "George W. Childs Drexel [and] Mrs. George W. Childs Drexel Née Mary Stretch Irick"
Undated
Photograph
MC.00.001 Drexel Family Collection
Drexel University Archives
20070290051

Rights

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Citation

“Mary Stretch Irick Drexel,” Drexel Exhibits, accessed April 28, 2024, https://drexelexhibits.omeka.net/items/show/350.