Grace

Grace by 1848 Candle Co embodies the vibrant spirit of women's history with its invigorating citrus agave scent. Each candle features zesty orange and lemon peel, mandarin, tangerine, with a hint of lime and peach, creating a lively and refreshing aroma. Made with a quality-blend soy wax, cotton wicks, and clean fragrance oils, Grace ensures a clean and enduring burn. Illuminate your space and celebrate the grace and strength of women throughout history with this exquisitely crafted candle.

Grace Julian Clarke

Grace Julian was born in Centerville, Indiana, the daughter of George W. Julian, an abolitionist congressman from Indiana, and Laura Giddings Julian.  The family moved to IRVINGTON in 1873, which had been platted three years before by Grace Julian’s uncle, Jacob B. Julian, and Sylvester Johnson. Grace attended schools in Irvington and earned a Bachelor of Philosophy and Master of Philosophy degrees from BUTLER UNIVERSITY.  In 1887, she married Charles B. Clarke.

Grace was an active clubwoman in local, state, and national organizations. She founded the Irvington Woman’s Club and helped to organize the 7th District Indiana Federation of Clubs. She was president of the Indiana Federation of Clubs and was a board member of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs. She also served as president of the Local Council of Women.

She often lectured on behalf of WOMEN’S RIGHTS AND SUFFRAGE. She supported that cause as an officer of the Woman’s Franchise League and as the first president of the Legislative Council of Indiana Women.