Marian W. Clarke papers, 1925-1952.

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Marian W. Clarke papers, 1925-1952.

Includes correspondence, speeches and writings, and family photographs. The writings include "Memories of a Congressman's Widow," which describes Clarke's entry into politics.

0.5 cu. ft. + 1 v.

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Clarke, Marian W. (Marian Williams), 1880-1953

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Marian Williams Clarke (July 29, 1880 – April 8, 1953) was an American politician. A member of the Republican Party, she was elected to the United States House of Representatives from New York, serving from December 1933 to January 1935. She was the second woman elected to Congress from New York, after Ruth Baker Pratt. Born Marian K. Williams in Standing Stone, Pennsylvania, her family moved west to Cheyenne, Wyoming in 1891. Marian Williams attended art school at the University of Nebraska...

Clarke, John D. (John Davenport), 1873-1933

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John D. Clarke was a U.S. Congressman representing the 34th Congressional District of New York (which included Otsego County) from 1921 to 1925 and 1927 to 1933. From the description of John Davenport Clarke papers, 1927-1934. (New York State Historical Association). WorldCat record id: 772522124 ...