Jennie Cave

Jennie Cave
33rd Mayor of Norwalk, Connecticut
In office
1975  1977[1]
Preceded by Donald J. Irwin
Succeeded by William A. Collins
Personal details
Born (1902-11-25)November 25, 1902[2]
Norwalk, Connecticut
Died June 3, 2001(2001-06-03) (aged 98)
Norwalk, Connecticut
Political party Democratic
Independent
Spouse(s) Captain Lloyd G. Cave[3]
Residence 9 Camp Street, Norwalk, Connecticut

Jennie Ferris Bodwell Cave (November 25, 1902 – June 3, 2001) was the first woman to be elected mayor of Norwalk, Connecticut in the city's history. She ran several times, and served one term.[4]

Legacy

The Common Council Chambers in City Hall is named for her.[5]

References

Preceded by
Donald J. Irwin
Mayor of Norwalk, Connecticut
1975–1977
Succeeded by
William A. Collins
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