From collection Candidates
![Shields, Mrs. Emma G.](https://cdn1.historyit.com/iiif/2/5edfd98ccc4f69.54593064/65428dc980c977.99155819.png/full/360,/0/default.jpg?no_errors=1)
In 1896 Mrs. Emma Shields ran as one of an all-female slate of candidates for mayor, city council, and city clerk. Mrs. Shields was a successful candidate for the office of city council.
From collection Candidates