About Eveline Burgess
Lived 1856 – 1936 (aged 79). Eveline Burgess was an American chess player, known for U.S. Women's Chess Championship.
Eveline Allen Burgess (September 19, 1856 – July 10, 1936) was the American women's chess champion from 1907 to 1920.
Early life She was born as Eveline Allen on September 19, 1856, in Ogden, Utah to James T. Allen, and Elizabeth Pidd.
Soon after this she was challenged by Mrs. Natalie Nixdorff, of Cambridge, Mass., but did not make arrangements to play until the following year, when she was again the winner — four to one. Another and larger gold pin was presented her, with a shield, enameled in colors on a chess board surmounted by a crown.
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Who was Eveline Burgess?
American chess player
When was Eveline Burgess born?
Eveline Burgess was born on 19 September 1856 in Ogden.
When did Eveline Burgess die?
Eveline Burgess died on 10 July 1936 in Independence, Missouri.
What was Eveline Burgess's occupation?
Eveline Burgess was a chess player.
What was Eveline Burgess known for?
Eveline Burgess was known for U.S. Women's Chess Championship.
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Eveline Burgess was American.
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