Caroline S. Spencer

Caroline S. Spencer (1861-1928) was a prominent American physician and suffragist known for her dedication to women’s rights and public health. Born in Philadelphia, Spencer pursued higher education in a time when few women did, earning her medical degree from the Woman’s Medical College of Pennsylvania in 1892. As a physician, she worked primarily in public health, providing care to underserved communities and advocating for better health policies.

Spencer's commitment to social causes extended beyond medicine. She became an active member of the National Woman Suffrage Association, where she fought fervently for women’s right to vote. In 1910, she moved to Colorado Springs, Colorado, where she continued her medical practice and suffrage work. Colorado was one of the first states to grant women the right to vote, and Spencer's efforts contributed to this progressive movement.

Spencer was also a leading figure in the Colorado chapter of the Women’s Christian Temperance Union, advocating for Prohibition and women’s leadership in social reform. She tirelessly worked to bridge the gap between health care, women’s rights, and social justice, making lasting impacts in each field. Caroline S. Spencer passed away in 1928, leaving a legacy as a pioneer for both women in medicine and women’s suffrage.