Montour County Historical Society

Podcast 45: History Speaks looks at the life of Frances Birdie McHenry, the first female attorney in the Columbia and Montour Bar Association

By: Terry Diener March 11, 2019

Frances Birdie McHenry of Exchange Montour County became the first woman to practice law in Columbia and Montour Counties. But her life and marriage were also filled with trouble and turmoil.

Frances Birdie McHenry, the first female attorney in Columbia and Montour Counties had a life not only of accomplishment but also trouble in her life and marriage.

Credits:

Producer/Narrator: Terry Diener

Music: “I Am Woman” Helen Reddy

Information and Photo: Lynn Reichen and the Montour County Historical Society