Mary Allen Wright
American politician
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Mary Allen Wright (December 3, 1868 – March 31, 1948) was an American politician who was one of the first three women elected to the Idaho Legislature.She represented Kootenai County.[1] She served three terms in the Idaho House of Representatives as a member of the Populist Caucus from 1899 to 1905. She was elected as leader of the Populist caucus, becoming the first woman to lead a party in any state legislature, as well as the first female nominee for the speakership.[2][3]
BornMary Allen
December 3, 1868
December 3, 1868
DiedMarch 31, 1948 (aged 79)
Bonners Ferry, Idaho, U.S.
Spouse
George G. Wright
(m. 1887; div. 1904)Mary Allen Wright | |
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| Member of the Idaho House of Representatives | |
| In office 1898–1900 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Mary Allen December 3, 1868 |
| Died | March 31, 1948 (aged 79) Bonners Ferry, Idaho, U.S. |
| Party | Populist |
| Spouse |
George G. Wright
(m. 1887; div. 1904) |
