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Also Known As Elizabeth Virginia Wallace
Born February 13, 1885 • Independence • Missouri
Died October 18, 1982 (aged 97) • Independence • Missouri
Title / Office first lady (1945-1953)
Notable Family Members daughter Margaret Truman

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