Esther Griffin White

Esther Griffin White (1869–1954), was an American journalist, poet, politician, and women's rights activist. She was an active members of the women's suffrage movement and in 1920 became the first woman in Indiana to have her name on a state election ballot. White was also the first woman in Indiana to campaign for a seat in the United States House of Representatives.

Early life and education White was born in Richmond, Indiana in 1869. As a teenager, White attended classes at Earlham College, but never completed her degree.

She also published under pseudonyms such as "Z" and "Graveyard Ripplings" in both Chicago and Atlanta papers.

Activism White was a vocal advocate for women's suffrage. She was a member of several suffragist organizations, including the Richmond Franchise League, the Woman's Franchise League of Indiana (the local affiliate of the National American Woman Suffrage Association).