Miriam Ferguson

Miriam was born

Jun 13, 1875

Miriam was born in Bell County, Texas

Enrolled in college

Aug 2, 1890

Miriam enrolled at Baylor Female College

Miriam got married

Dec 31, 1899

Miriam Ferguson married James Edward Ferguson

Miriam became the first lady of Texas

Aug 2, 1914

James became the governor of Texas. Therefore, Miriam became the first lady

Miriam is elected

Nov 2, 1924

Since James was impeached from office, Miriam ran for governor of Texas instead and won

Miriam wins a second term

Nov 2, 1932

Miriam ran, and yet again won

Miriam passed away

Jun 25, 1961

After living a quiet life in Austin Miriam died of heart failure at the age of 86