1941: The first Alcoholics Anonymous group in Connecticut was formed in New
Haven, which spurred the creation of groups in neighboring towns.
Alex P., a Westport resident who attended meetings in New Haven [left, c. 1944], handled inquiries from others in his area. Soon after, a group was established in Westport [right, c. 1940s–50s].
Alex P., a Westport resident who attended meetings in New Haven [left, c. 1944], handled inquiries from others in his area. Soon after, a group was established in Westport [right, c. 1940s–50s].
Other significant events in March
(no specific date known)
(no specific date known)
1946: The A.A. Grapevine published the following notice
[right]:
1947: Nellie “Nell” Wing [right]
was traveling through New York City on her way to Mexico to study art. Low
on funds, she took a temporary position at the Alcoholic Foundation office,
which would later become the General Service Office.
A non-alcoholic, Nell would retire in December 1982, after more than 35 years of service to Alcoholics Anonymous. Until he died, she would be Bill W.’s secretary. Early in 1972, she became A.A.’s first official Archivist, though she had begun collecting archival material in 1955. Over her career, she also held many other positions, including receptionist, clerk, stenographer, switchboard operator, librarian, editor, and designer of publications such as Box 4-5-9, which she worked on for many years. In 1951, at the first General Service Conference, she even acted as a “bouncer,” ensuring only those involved in Conference business were admitted.
The March of Time is in the process of making a documentary film on alcoholism, in which Alcoholics Anonymous is to play a large part. The film, said a March of Time official, will probably not be ready for release for several months to come. Prior to the release they will notify the Central Office, which in turn will inform all A.A. groups in time to catch the picture immediately it is out.The film, titled “Problem Drinkers,” was released on 14 June 1946.
1947: Nellie “Nell” Wing [right]
was traveling through New York City on her way to Mexico to study art. Low
on funds, she took a temporary position at the Alcoholic Foundation office,
which would later become the General Service Office.A non-alcoholic, Nell would retire in December 1982, after more than 35 years of service to Alcoholics Anonymous. Until he died, she would be Bill W.’s secretary. Early in 1972, she became A.A.’s first official Archivist, though she had begun collecting archival material in 1955. Over her career, she also held many other positions, including receptionist, clerk, stenographer, switchboard operator, librarian, editor, and designer of publications such as Box 4-5-9, which she worked on for many years. In 1951, at the first General Service Conference, she even acted as a “bouncer,” ensuring only those involved in Conference business were admitted.
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