Emma Cons

Emma Cons born 1838 died 24 July 1912

Progressive Alderman 1889–1892, worked with and for Octavia Hill. Established the South London Dwellings Company, near to Waterloo Station. First woman alderman on the London County Council. Served on the Committee for the Return of Women as Councillors and other suffrage bodies; founded Swanley Horticultural College (later Wye College) and Morley College. Re-opened what is now the Old Vic Theatre.

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