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Campaign Title
Eliza Carruthers' Campaign for Town School Board Member, 1895
Candidate
Carruthers, Eliza
Marital Status
Married
Political Office - Local
Town School Board Member
Campaign Success
Yes
Political Party During Campaign
Republican
Political Office Type
Education
Local
Campaign Date
1895
State/Territory
Ohio
Region
Mid-West
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