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Cooke, Betty Jane

 Person

Biography

Betty Jane Cooke was a graduate of the Fashion Institute of Technology who began her professional career in retail personnel administration in the 1940's. In the 1960's she worked in product development for Deering-Milliken, where she tested new fabrics. Other positions involved administrative work at Bigelow-Sanford, a carpet manufacturer.

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

Betty Jane Cooke scrapbook

 Collection
Identifier: SC.403
Scope and Contents

This collection holds clippings from newspapers and magazines cover historical and ethnic costume, biography of contemporary designers, color and fabrics, and eveningwear, dresses, hats and details.

Dates: 1950-1979