Frances P. Bolton

Frances Payne Bolton (née Bingham; March 29, 1885 – March 9, 1977) was an American politician from the Republican Party. She served in the United States House of Representatives, and was the first woman elected to Congress from Ohio.In the late 1930s, Bolton took an isolationist position on foreign policy, opposing the Selective Service Act in 1940 which introduced the draft, and opposing Lend-Lease in 1941. Quotes You must give something to someone to be happier, especially when that gift is your own time and strength. I grew terribly interested and stayed. None of us has any rights except those we earn. If you do not respond, then we on Capitol Hill will be forced to find some way, because we will have our men cared for. The Gentlewoman From Ohio: Frances Payne Bolton Retrieved 19 April 2025 Quotes about Frances P. Bolton Mrs. Bolton was deeply interested in education, the field of nursing, changes in the law to better the lot of minorities, and foreign affairs. Frances Bolton lived a lifetime of persuading those in power to use their influence to help others. Frances Bolton was both patient and persistent on behalf of the causes she advocated. Mrs. Bolton was equally persistent in seeking solutions for those she tried to aid as a member of Congress. The Gentlewoman From Ohio: Frances Payne Bolton Retrieved 19 April 2025 External Links Category:Politicians from Ohio Category:Women politicians in the United States