Esto Bates Broughton

thumb|Esto Bates Broughton Esto Bates Broughton (January 9, 1890 – November 20, 1956) was an American lawyer, journalist, publicist, and politician, one of the first four women to serve in the California State Assembly when they were elected in 1918. Quotes about Esto Bates Broughton Many aspects of her private life continue to remain a mystery, including whether or not she married and had children. The origins of her unusual first name also remain unknown. Esto Bates Broughton (1890-1956) Retrieved 20 April 2025 External links Category:Women politicians in the United States Category:Women journalists from the United States Category:Lawyers from the United States Category:Women in law Category:Journalists from California Category:1890 births Category:1956 deaths Category:Women born in the 19th century