Elizabeth Kee
Maude Elizabeth Kee (née Simpkins; June 7, 1895 – February 15, 1975), known generally as Elizabeth Kee, was a U.S. Democratic politician. She was the first woman elected to the U.S. House of Representatives from West Virginia, serving from 1951 to 1965. Kee specialized in veterans' and unemployment issues during her congressional career.
Elizabeth Kee | |
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from West Virginia's 5th congressional district | |
| In office July 17, 1951 – January 3, 1965 | |
| Preceded by | John Kee |
| Succeeded by | James Kee |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Maude Elizabeth Simpkins June 7, 1895 Radford, Virginia |
| Died | February 15, 1975 (aged 79) Bluefield, West Virginia |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse(s) | Alan Frazier John Kee |
| Children | James Kee |
| Alma mater | National Business College, Roanoke, Virginia |
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