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Jane Addams, born September 6th, 1860 in Cedarville, Illinois was a social and political activist, author and lecturer, community organizer, public intellectual. She died May 21st, 1935 in Chicago, Illinois. Her parents were John H. Addams and Sarah Weber.

Jane Addams (1860-1935) was an American social worker, reformer, advocate for poor women and families, and a well-known pacifist. She was also the co-founder of Hull House, a Chicago residence (often referred to as a "Settlement House") for working class immigrants, as well as a place where they could attend classes.

In 1931, she became the first female recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize.

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