dec 22, 1929 - Housewives league formed

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housewives league was formed in 1928.

branches in 11 cities by 1931

In 1934 set up the 'Don't Buy When You Cant Work Scheme':

Boycott stores that don't employ AAs.

Spread to 30 cities nationwide. Deemed legal by the SC

Successful in all Harlem stores

AA white collar workers increased by a 1/3.

Synoptic link to the Montgomery Bus Boycott.

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