Jennie Cave

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]

Jennie Cave
33rd Mayor of Norwalk, Connecticut
In office
1975 – 1977[1]
Preceded byDonald J. Irwin
Succeeded byWilliam A. Collins
Personal details
Born(1902-11-25)November 25, 1902[2]
Norwalk, Connecticut
DiedJune 3, 2001(2001-06-03) (aged 98)
Norwalk, Connecticut
Political partyDemocratic
Connecticut Independent
Spouse(s)Captain Lloyd G. Cave[3]
Residence9 Camp Street, Norwalk, Connecticut

Legacy

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

References
  1. Political Graveyard
  2. Find A Grave
  3. Sunday Herald - Jennie Cave Only Woman in City Race
  4. New York Times -- A Free Spirit With Style
  5. The Way We Were
Preceded by
Donald J. Irwin		 Mayor of Norwalk, Connecticut
1975–1977		 Succeeded by
William A. Collins
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