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Lucia M. Peabody's Campaign for School Committee, 1873
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Lucia M. Peabody's Campaign for School Committee, 1873
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Campaign Title
Lucia M. Peabody's Campaign for School Committee, 1873
Candidate
Peabody, Lucia M.
Marital Status
Single
Political Office - Local
School Committee
Campaign Success
Yes
Political Party During Campaign
Unknown
Political Office Type
Education
Local
Campaign Date
1873
City/Town
Boston
State/Territory
Massachusetts
Region
Northeast and Mid-Atlantic
Resources
Records of the New England Women's Club, 1843-1970
Tribune Almanac and Political Register
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