Edwina Benner

Edwina Adaha Cochrane Benner (August 1, 1885 – May 14, 1955) was the mayor of Sunnyvale, California, from 1924 to 1926 and again from 1937 to 1938. She served as councilmember from 1920 until 1948.

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"There is no reason why a woman’s administration shouldn’t be as efficient as a man’s!"

- Edwina Benner

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"a very top woman: aggressive, intelligent and honorable."

- Edwina Benner

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"She was the anchorwoman of the council and much respected in the city. When she said something, she meant it, and knew what she was talking about."

- Edwina Benner

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