At this time the principal outlet for women's activities was through foreign missionary work, and even in this they were allowed no official responsibility.

None of the many charitable organizations which are now almost wholly in the hands of women were in existence.

In scarcely one State was drunkenness recognized as cause for divorce, and yet when Mrs.Stanton made these demands, the women throughout the country joined with the men in denouncing them.

Only a few of the broader and more progressive, who were ahead of their age, sustained her.

Among these were Miss Anthony, Ernestine L.Rose, Lucretia Mott, Lucy Stone, Frances D.Gage and Martha C.Wright.
After six enthusiastic sessions and the forming of a strong organization, the convention adjourned.