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Miriam was born
Miriam was born in Bell County, Texas -
Enrolled in college
Miriam enrolled at Baylor Female College -
Miriam got married
Miriam Ferguson married James Edward Ferguson -
Miriam became the first lady of Texas
James became the governor of Texas. Therefore, Miriam became the first lady -
Miriam is elected
Since James was impeached from office, Miriam ran for governor of Texas instead and won -
Miriam wins a second term
Miriam ran, and yet again won -
Miriam passed away
After living a quiet life in Austin Miriam died of heart failure at the age of 86
