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Susan M. Gillett's Campaign for County Superintendent of Schools, 1886
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Susan M. Gillett's Campaign for County Superintendent of Schools, 1886
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Campaign Title
Susan M. Gillett's Campaign for County Superintendent of Schools, 1886
Candidate
Gillett, Susan M.
Marital Status
Married
Campaign Success
Yes
Political Party During Campaign
Unknown
Political Office Type
County
Education
Campaign Date
1886
County
Lake
State/Territory
California
Region
Pacific
Resources
Washington School Superintendents
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