Lecturer recounts Melrose women debaters

Historic Melrose, Inc. Vice President James Peffley presents Dr. Cynthia Patterson a copy of "Melrose, Florida: An Illustrated History" by Rosemary Daurer and Kevin McCarthy.

BY JENN SAMSEL Special to the Monitor On Sunday, January 26, Historic Melrose, Inc. hosted Dr. Cynthia Patterson from the University of South Florida in St. Petersburg, who spoke at the Homemakers Club about the history of the Melrose Ladies Literary and Debating Society. Dr. Patterson discussed in great detail the accomplishments of these women…

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