Background
Perkins, Emily Swan was born on October 19, 1866 in Chicago, Illinois, United States. Daughter of George Wallbridge and Sarah Louise (Mills) Perkins.
Perkins, Emily Swan was born on October 19, 1866 in Chicago, Illinois, United States. Daughter of George Wallbridge and Sarah Louise (Mills) Perkins.
Sister of the late George West. Perkins. Educated Central High School, Cleveland, 1880-1885. Founder, 1922, and correspondent secretary of the Hymn Society βto promote the production and use of better hymns and tunes in church worship.β Composer of music appearing in Presbyterian and other hymnals.
Served as chairman Van Courtlandt Chapter American Red. Cross, World War. Founder Women's Republican. Member national board T.W.C.A., 1923-1928.