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Annie News' Campaign for School Committee, 1876

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Annie News' Campaign for School Committee, 1876
Campaign Title
Annie News' Campaign for School Committee, 1876
Candidate
News, Dr. Annie 
Marital Status
Single 
Political Office - Local
School Committee Member
Campaign Success
Yes 
Political Party During Campaign
Unknown 
Political Office Type
Education 
Local 
Campaign Date
1876
City/Town
Newport
County
Newport
State/Territory
Rhode Island 
Region
Northeast and Mid-Atlantic 
Resources
Concerning Women, May 6, 1876 
Concerning Women, May 6, 1876 
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