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Nannie Kelly Wright
Nannie Kelly Wright, born Nannie Scott Honshell (September 8, 1856 - December 12, 1946) was the only known American female ironmaster.
Early life.
Nannie Scott Honshell was born in Catlettsburg, KY, the daughter of Captain Washington Honshell, a riverman who was one of the founders of Cincinnati's White Collar line. As the daughter of a riverman, she travelled widely throughout her childhood.
Marriage to Lindsey Kelly.
On October 8, 1879, Nannie Honshell married State Senator
time. She caused a stir in the business community during these years by supporting President Theodore Roosevelt's anti-trust legislation. In 1919, Nannie Kelly Wright and Daniel Gregory Wright divorced, and in a move that shocked the entire region, Mr. Wright sought alimony from his wife.
Role in Society and impact of stock market crash.
Nannie Kelly Wright was a pivotal figure in Northern Appalachian society throughout her lifetime. Both of her weddings were lavish affairs far surpassing the most expensive local events of the day. She