Hull House

a settlement house in Chicago, Ill., founded in 1889 by Jane Addams.

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Hull-House assisted in carrying on two unsuccessful campaigns against the same alderman.
Democracy and Social Ethics|Jane Addams
But you should remember that the Hull-House classes have not had the necessary experience with comforts.
The Jessica Letters: An Editor's Romance|Paul Elmer More
Jane Addams's work at Hull-House is known throughout the civilized world.
Child Labor in City Streets|Edward Nicholas Clopper
"We have swell times in our Hull-House club," boasted black-eyed Angelina.
Heroines of Service|Mary Rosetta Parkman

He once came to a party at Hull-House, and was interested in nothing save a gas stove which he saw in the kitchen.
Democracy and Social Ethics|Jane Addams