Bethune,
Mary (born Mary McLeod) 1875-1955; U.S. educator
See Bethune in American Heritage Dictionary 4
(bə-tho͞onˈ, -thyo͞onˈ), Mary McLeod 1875-1955.
American educator who sought improved racial relations and educational opportunities for African Americans. She was part of the U.S. delegation to the first United Nations meeting (1945).