Anna Lindner immigrated to the U.S. from Germany in 1903 and worked as the domestic worker for Theodor and Henrietta Geisel (the parents of Theodor Seuss Geisel, aka Dr. Seuss) in Springfield from 1910-1928. Using immigration records, ship manifests, and census and city documents, I attempt to piece together Anna’s life. Though much remains unknown, Anna’s experience offers an opportunity to explore immigration, domestic work, and the city of Springfield in the early 20th century.
Presented by Cat White, MA, History, University of Massachusetts
Image: Mary H. Northend, Woman Sweeping a Porch Properly, black-and-white print, 1880s-1910s, Collection of Historic New England, HNEDID-000149
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