Eliza Jane Pratt
Eliza Jane Pratt (March 5, 1902 – May 13, 1981) was a United States Representative from North Carolina, the first woman to represent her state in the U.S. Congress.
Eliza Jane Pratt | |
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from North Carolina's 8th district | |
| In office May 25, 1946 – January 3, 1947 | |
| Preceded by | William O. Burgin |
| Succeeded by | Charles B. Deane |
| Personal details | |
| Born | March 5, 1902 Anson County, North Carolina |
| Died | May 13, 1981 (aged 79) Charlotte, North Carolina |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Alma mater | Queens College |
She was the only woman elected to the House of Representatives from North Carolina until the 1992 election of Eva Clayton.
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