Catherine Dorris Norrell | |
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Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Arkansas's 6th district | |
In office April 19, 1961 – January 3, 1963 | |
Preceded by | William F. Norrell |
Succeeded by | Position eliminated by reapportionment |
Personal details | |
Born | Catherine Dorris March 30, 1901 Camden, Ouachita County Arkansas, USA |
Died | August 26, 1981 Warren, Bradley County Arkansas | (aged 80)
Resting place | Oakland Cemetery in Monticello, Arkansas |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse | William F. Norrell |
Children | Judy Norrell |
Residence(s) | Monticello, Drew County, Arkansas |
Alma mater | Ouachita Baptist University University of Arkansas at Fayetteville |
Occupation | Educator |
Catherine Dorris Norrell (March 30, 1901 – August 26, 1981) was the third woman in Arkansas history to gain a seat in the United States House of Representatives.[1]