Blue Book of the State of Illinois 1919-1920

Watson, Florence Elinor

In 1912 Florence Watson ran as a Democratic Party candidate and was elected as a University of Illinois Trustee. She polled 399,803 votes (11.78%) in a fiercely fought election among candidates from many parties for three positions. Anot...

Persons, Ellen

In 1918 Ellen Persons ran unsuccessfully as a Socialist Party candidate for the position of University of Illinois trustee. She polled 42,116 votes (1.35%). Fifteen candidates, from many parties, campaigned for the three trustee position...

Frances S. Lee's Campaign for State House of Representatives, 1912