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Julia Barnett Rice

American activist (1860-1929) · United States · On the map · Activists · Died at 69

Julia Barnett Rice was an activist against unnecessary noise, and was the founder of The Society for the Suppression of Unnecessary Noise. Her involvement and efforts helped pass the 1907 Bennett Act, which regulated the unnecessary noise and whistling of tugboats.

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Her efforts improved the lives of students and hospital patients in New York City and influenced activists across the country.

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Country
United States
Category
Activists
Type
Activist
Status
Deceased
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Lived 1860 to 1929 · aged 69