Nationality American Name Bertie Martin | Role William G. Conley's wife | |
Born June 30, 1873 ( 1873-06-30 ) Preston County, West Virginia Known for First lady of West Virginia, 1929-1933 Died October 29, 1939, Charleston, West Virginia, United States Spouse William G. Conley (m. 1892) | ||
Bertie Ison Martin Conley (June 30, 1873 – October 29, 1939) was the wife of former Governor of West Virginia William G. Conley and served as that state's First Lady, 1929-1933. She was born at Preston County, West Virginia. In 1892, she married William G. Conley. As first lady, she redecorated the West Virginia Governor's Mansion, adding outdoor gardens and artistic furnishings. On her 59th birthday and 69th anniversary of West Virginia statehood, she and her husband dedicated the new West Virginia State Capitol. After leaving office, the Conleys remained in Charleston, West Virginia, where she died at her home on Virginia Street.
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