Box P691 -- Folder: Sullivan, Kate.
Newscopy: "KATE SULLIVAN, Retiring Policewoman. ...women who saw service in various departments remember a lot of stories that didn't make headlines. In fact, it's the proud boast of Mrs. Kathlyn (Kate) Sullivan, the city's most famous (and first) policewoman, that she saved many an unfortunate girl from shame by conniving to keep stories about them out of print. Mrs. Sullivan, now 81, joined the police force in 1915 and retired in 1948, a public servant beloved for her Irish wit and great Irish heart. She blazed many a trail in campaigns to improve the lot of unwed mothers and other youngsters in trouble, founded the 'Big Sister' movement to aid wayward girls, and counseled murderesses and prostitutes. 'It was a rich life,' she said in recollection, 'with many rewards. I've never stopped thanking God I was able to be a policewoman.' Recovering now, after a stroke and major surgery, she's been cheered by many messages from women, and men, she knew as troubled youngsters. Dec. 13, 1961."