Primary Name: Burford, Mabel
Filed as: burford_mabel
Also known as: Mabel Burford; Mrs. George C. Burford
Occupation / Association: President, Juneau Women's Igloo No. 6, Pioneers of Alaska Women's Auxiliary
Born: Unknown
Died: Unknown
Parents: Unknown
Spouse: George C. Burford
Children: Unknown
Associated places: Juneau, Alaska
Keywords: Mabel Burford, Mrs George C Burford, Juneau Women's Igloo No. 6, Pioneers of Alaska Women's Auxiliary, Juneau pioneers
Property / Address:
Telephone Hill Historic Site and Structures Survey
Biography
Mabel Burford served as President of the Juneau Women's Igloo No. 6 of the Pioneers of Alaska in 1955.
The Pioneers of Alaska Women's Auxiliary played an important role in preserving the history and traditions of Alaska’s early settlers while supporting civic and social activities throughout the Juneau community. As president of the organization in 1955, Burford led the Juneau Women's Igloo during a period when the Auxiliary remained active in community service and historical preservation.
She was the wife of George C. Burford, a charter member of the Juneau Men's Igloo and an early Juneau businessman. George Burford operated Burford’s Corner, a popular cigar and confectionery stand and recreation establishment located in the First National Bank building at the corner of Front and Seward Streets in downtown Juneau.
Sources
Pioneers of Alaska Juneau Igloo No. 6 records; Alaska Daily Empire historical references; Juneau community historical records
Tags: Mabel Burford, Burford family, George C Burford, Juneau Women's Igloo No. 6, Pioneers of Alaska Women's Auxiliary, Juneau pioneers