Jane Addams was the Nobel Peace Prize-winning social activist who founded the Hull House in Chicago. Although she shared her bed with heiress Mary Rozet Smith for more than 30 years, it's unclear whether or not their relationship was sexual in nature. But we do know that Jane carried a painting of Mary when she travelled. [Chicago Mag]
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Jane Addams and Mary Rozet Smith
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