Legal Status Of Women In Iowa

""The Legal Status of Women in Iowa"" by Jennie Lansley Wilson is a comprehensive study of the legal rights and status of women in the state of Iowa. The book delves into the history of women's rights in Iowa, beginning with the territorial period and continuing through the early 20th century. It examines the legal framework that governed women's lives in Iowa, including property rights, marriage and divorce laws, and women's access to education and employment.The book also explores the role of women in Iowa's political and social spheres, including their involvement in the suffrage movement and other reform efforts. It discusses the challenges that women faced in achieving legal equality and highlights the contributions of key figures in the fight for women's rights.Overall, ""The Legal Status of Women in Iowa"" provides a fascinating and informative look at the history of women's rights in one of America's heartland states. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of women's rights and the struggle for legal equality in the United States.All the allegations of the petition must be verified by oath and proved by competent evidence. No divorce shall be granted on the evidence of the applicant alone, and all such actions shall be heard in open court on the testimony of witnesses or depositions. [Sec.3413.] No divorce can be granted by consent of parties unless grounds therefor can be shown by competent evidence, and if collusion or conrivance on the part of the defendant can be shown, such fact will be a valid defense.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.