1927 Portrait of Mrs. Bacon: Socialite in Elegance

This photograph features Mrs. Robt. Bacon, taken on April 18, 1927, by the Bain News Service. At this time, Mrs. Bacon was part of a prominent family involved in various social and civic activities. The photograph captures her at a moment when women were increasingly becoming influential in public life, particularly in the wake of the passage of the 19th Amendment, which granted women the right to vote in 1920.

The early twentieth century was marked by significant social change. Following World War I, many women stepped into roles that had been traditionally held by men. Mrs. Bacons involvement reflects the growing participation of women in politics and social reform movements. As a historical record, this image illustrates not just an individual but also the larger shifts occurring in society regarding gender roles and public engagement during this transformative period in American history.