Myra Bradwell
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1831 – 1894
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Who was Myra Bradwell?
Myra Colby Bradwell was a publisher and political activist. She attempted to become the first woman to be admitted to the Illinois bar, but was barred by the Illinois Supreme Court and the U. S. Supreme Court. The Illinois Supreme Court finally granted her a law license in Illinois in 1890.
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- Born
- Feb 12, 1831
Manchester - Spouses
- Nationality
- United States of America
- Profession
- Lived in
- Vermont
- Died
- Feb 14, 1894
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