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Josephine Baker's Campaign for County School Commissioner, 1901
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Josephine Baker's Campaign for County School Commissioner, 1901
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Campaign Title
Josephine Baker's Campaign for County School Commissioner, 1901
Candidate
Baker, Josephine
Marital Status
Single
Political Office - Local
County School Commissioner
Campaign Success
Yes
Political Party During Campaign
Unknown
Political Office Type
County
Education
Campaign Date
1901
State/Territory
Missouri
Region
Southeast
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Baker, Josephine
Josephine Baker was elected County School Commissioner in Linn County, Missouri in 1901. She was reelected in 1903. Baker defeated Professor D.A. Randall, who was the incumbent. In addition, Baker was the first woman elected to this offi...
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