James Hartness, Vermont Governor 1921-1923

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James Hartness, Vermont Governor 1921-1923

Description

As governor, Hartness favored agricultural and industrial development in Vermont. He was an advocate of women's participation in public affairs, and during his administration, the first woman was elected to the Vermont legislature. He did not seek reelection after one term but instead returned to his business affairs.
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VHS-A-890

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Citation

“James Hartness, Vermont Governor 1921-1923,” Digital Vermont: A Project of the Vermont Historical Society, accessed December 27, 2024, https://digitalvermont.org/items/show/1064.