May Anderson facts for kids
Quick facts for kids May Anderson |
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| 2nd General President of the Primary | |
| October 8, 1925 – 1939 | |
| Called by | Heber J. Grant |
| Predecessor | Louie B. Felt |
| Successor | May Green Hinckley |
| First Counselor in the general presidency of the Primary | |
| 1905 – October 8, 1925 | |
| Called by | Louie B. Felt |
| Predecessor | Lillie T. Freeze |
| Successor | Sadie Grant Pack |
| Personal details | |
| Born | June 8, 1864 Liverpool, UK |
| Died | June 10, 1946 (aged 82) Salt Lake City, Utah, United States |
| Resting place | Salt Lake City Cemetery 40°46′37″N 111°51′29″W / 40.777°N 111.858°W |
| Alma mater | University of Utah |
| Occupation | Kindergarten Teacher President of the board of trustees of the Children's hospital in Salt Lake City. |
| Notable works | Editor of The Children's Friend |
| Parents | Scott Anderson Mary Bruce |
| Awards | Bronze medal (U.S. Department of Labor 1919) Victory Loan Medal (U S treasury department 1919) |
May Anderson (June 8, 1864 – June 10, 1946) was an important leader for children. She was the second general president of the Primary organization. This group is part of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She led the Primary from 1925 to 1939. Before that, she was the first helper to the Primary president, Louie B. Felt. She served in that role from 1905 to 1925.
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May Anderson's Early Life and Journey
May Anderson was born in Liverpool, England, on June 8, 1864. She was the third of twelve children born to Scott Anderson and Mary Bruce. Her family joined The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. They were baptized by missionaries.
After joining the church, her family moved to Utah Territory. During their journey to Utah, May met Louie B. Felt. Louie would become a very close friend and colleague. They worked together for many years in the church's children's organization.
Leading the Primary Organization
May Anderson dedicated nearly 50 years to the Primary organization. On October 5, 1890, Louie B. Felt, who was the Primary's general president, asked May to join the general board.
May served in several key roles. She was the general board's secretary for 15 years (1890–1905). Then, she became Louie Felt's first helper for 20 years (1905–1925). Finally, she served as the general president of the organization for 14 years (1925–1939).
Helping Children Through Publications and Hospitals
May Anderson also became the first editor-in-chief of The Children's Friend. This was the church's official magazine for children. She helped create content that was helpful and fun for young readers.
During her time as Primary president, May started the idea for the Primary Children's Hospital. This hospital is in Salt Lake City. Today, it is a big part of Intermountain Healthcare. This hospital helps many children get the care they need.
May also worked to set up kindergartens in Utah. These schools helped young children get a good start in their education. Her work made a big difference for kids in many ways.
A Lifelong Friendship and Legacy
May Anderson and Louie B. Felt shared a strong, lifelong friendship. They worked closely together for decades. When Louie Felt was sick in 1889, May stayed with her to help care for her. This showed their deep bond and support for each other.
Their friendship was well-known within the Primary organization. They were seen as a great team. May Anderson never married. She passed away in Salt Lake City on June 10, 1946, due to a heart condition. She was buried in Salt Lake City. Her successor as Primary general president was May Green Hinckley. May Anderson's legacy continues to impact children's lives today.
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