Mary Baird Bryan

[2] Mary Elizabeth began attending Jacksonville Female Academy at the age of 18, called the "Jail for Angels" by locals.

[3] Mary Elizabeth would emerge as an important part of Bryan's career, managing his correspondence and helping him prepare speeches and articles.

[4] William and Mary Bryan returned to Lincoln, Nebraska on November 1, two days before the election, though he continued campaigning.

"[1] To help Mary cope with her worsening health during the harsh winters of Nebraska, the Bryans bought a farm in Mission, Texas, in 1909.

[7] Due to Mary's arthritis, in 1912 the Bryans began building a new home in Miami, Florida, known as Villa Serena.

The Bryans were active citizens in Miami, leading a fundraising drive for the YMCA and frequently hosting the public at their home.

Mary agreed with the traditional notion that the proper place for a woman was in the home but they should still be allowed to cast a ballot twice a year.

In April 1917, she delivered an hour and a half speech to the Florida legislature in favor of a constitutional amendment to enfranchise women.