Annie Webb Blanton

Annie Webb Blanton (19 August 1870 in Houston – 2 October 1945 in Austin) was an American suffragist from Texas, educator, and author of a series of grammar textbooks.   Blanton was elected Superintendent of Texas Public Instruction in 1918, making her the first woman in Texas elected to statewide office. Quotes Everything that helps to wear away age-old prejudices contributes towards the advancement of women and of humanity. Annie Webb Blanton Retrieved 19 April 2025 Quotes about Annie Webb Blanton Suffragist, educator, visionary, public official, innovator, and groundbreaker. Although not as well-known as other famous American women, Dr. Blanton left a formidable legacy by improving the plight of women and children. Tenacious, persistent, and determined are words that aptly describe her. She believed that the power of women working together could promote positive change. Dr. Annie Webb BlantonRetrieved Retrieved 19 April 2025 External links Category:Women academics from the United States Category:Educators from the United States Category:Non-fiction authors from the United States Category:Women authors from the United States Category:Women activists from the United States Category:University of Texas at Austin alumni Category:1870 births Category:1945 deaths Category:Activists from Houston