Arcada Balz, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

    

Arcada Balz

Date of Birth: 31-Dec-1879

Place of Birth: Bloomington, Indiana, United States

Date of Death: 18-Aug-1973

Profession: politician

Zodiac Sign: Capricorn


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About Arcada Balz

  • Arcada Stark Balz (December 31, 1879 – August 18, 1973) was an American educator, clubwoman, and politician in the state of Indiana who became the first woman elected to the Indiana Senate, serving two consecutive four-year terms from 1943 to 1950 and representing Johnson and Marion Counties.
  • Prior to entering politics, Balz was a teacher in the Indianapolis public schools and a leader in the woman's club movement in the state.
  • Balz was the president of the Indiana Federation of Women's Clubs from 1935 to 1937.
  • In addition, she served as president of the New Harmony Memorial Commission from 1939 to 1947.

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