Edith January
1867–1954 (age 87)
Biography
Edith January (1867–1954) lived through nearly nine decades of American history, from the Reconstruction era through the post-World War II period. Her long life allowed her to witness the nation's evolution and transformation across multiple generations.
January's memory is honored as part of the historical continuum of American life. Her years represent a connection to an earlier era and the significant changes that marked the progression into the modern age.