Background
Shelly, Mary Josephine was born on February 17, 1902 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States. Daughter of James Robert and Mary Isabelle (Hayes) Shelly.
Shelly, Mary Josephine was born on February 17, 1902 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States. Daughter of James Robert and Mary Isabelle (Hayes) Shelly.
Students U. Chicago, 1935-1938.
Assistant to dean students U. Chicago, 1935-1938. Assistant to president Bennington (Vermont) College, 1938-1942, 46-51. Colonel, director women United States Air Force, rank of colonel.
Served as commander, Women's Reserve, United States Navy, 1942-1946. Member Phi Beta Kappa.