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Farenthold Frances

• Remembering (Sep 26, 2021)

★ October 2, 1926 · Corpus Christi, Texas
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Moon Sign
Leo
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Sun Sign
Virgo
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Ascendant
Taurus
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Nakshatra
Magha
Birth Star
PoliticsLawCareer - EmployedAdministratorTeacherLeadership RolesDivorceeDestiny Number 4
Biography

Who is Farenthold Frances?

American politician, attorney, activist, and educator, best known for her two campaigns for the office of Governor of Texas and for being placed in nomination for the office of Vice President of the United States during the 1972 Democratic National Convention. Farenthold came from a line of lawyers and judges. Her grandfather, Judge Benjamin D. Tarlton, Sr., served as Chief Justice of the Texas Court of Civil Appeals, a state legislator, professor at the University of Texas School of Law and is the namesake of the University of Texas School of Law Tarlton Law Library. Her father, B. Dudley Tarlton, Jr., was also an attorney. Farenthold was the third woman whose name was put into nomination for Vice President of the United States at a major partys nominating convention. In 1972 and 1974, she unsuccessfully sought the Democratic nomination for Governor of Texas. She was defeated both times by Dolph Briscoe of Uvalde, who went on to win the general election each time. In 1973, she was elected as the first chair of the National Womens Political Caucus. She later served as president of Wells College in Aurora, New York, from 1976 to 1980. She married George Farenthold (1915–2000) in 1950 and divorced him in 1985. They had five children. Farenthold died from complications caused by Parkinsons disease on 26 September 2021 at the age of 94 at her home in Houston. Link to Wikipedia biography
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Frances Tarlton "Sissy" Farenthold

Born: October 2, 1926 — Corpus Christi, Texas, United States

Overview

Frances Tarlton Farenthold, commonly known as "Sissy" Farenthold, was an American attorney, educator, and politician renowned for her leadership in Texas politics and her role in the national feminist movement. She is celebrated as a pioneer for women in public life and for linking civil rights with broader social reform.

Notable contributions

  • Prominent advocate for civil rights and women’s rights, influencing both state and national discourse on gender equality and progressive policy.
  • Co-founded the National Women's Political Caucus (NWPC) in 1971, a coalition dedicated to expanding women's participation in politics and public leadership.
  • Ran for Governor of Texas in the early 1970s, helping to challenge gender barriers in statewide races and inspiring future generations of women candidates.
  • Played an active role in education, law, and community reform, shaping public service through a lens of inclusivity and social justice.

News, media, and public discourse

Public coverage highlights Farenthold’s trailblazing impact on Texas politics and the national feminist movement. Later retrospectives and biographical works examine her influence on civil rights, progressive policy, and the evolution of women’s political organizing in America.

Social media and online presence

There are no widely recognized official personal social media profiles tied to Farenthold. Her legacy is carried forward through archives, university collections, museums, and organizations she influenced, which publish materials, lectures, and commemorations online.

Recent projects and legacy

Contemporary scholarly and cultural projects include biographies, documentary features, and archival exhibits that explore her leadership, advocacy, and the historical context of 1960s–1970s American politics. Her work continues to be studied in courses on political science, history, and gender studies, and remains a reference point for discussions on women’s political empowerment.

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Which Raj Yogas are in Farenthold Frances's birth chart?

2 FOUND

Farenthold Frances's chart shows 1 Raj Yoga and 1 challenging combination, including Varishtha Yoga.

Planetary Combinations
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Which dasha periods did Farenthold Frances live through?

VIMSHOTTARI

Vimshottari dasha periods recorded for Farenthold Frances, in order.

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What do Farenthold Frances's numerology numbers say?

Farenthold Frances's core numbers are Destiny 4, Soul Urge 9, Personality 2, Kabbalah Number 1.

◎Destiny
4

Chaldean Destiny 4 indicates practical building through discipline and systems. It supports operations, engineering, execution, and stable long-term progress.

❖Soul Urge
9

Chaldean Soul 9 desires purpose and compassion. It seeks to serve, forgive, and complete cycles with wisdom.

◇Personality
2

Chaldean Personality 2 appears gentle, diplomatic, and cooperative. Others often see empathy, tact, and calm support.

∞Kabbalah Number
1

Kabbalah Number 1 reflects an inner spiritual code of initiative and self-direction. It supports willpower, clarity, and a strong identity path.

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Life Events & Planetary Transits

Key events mapped against the active Dasha and planetary transits at the time.

1950
Relationship
Marriage 1950 (George Farenthold)
1985
Relationship
Divorce dates 1985 (George Farenthold)
2021
Death
Death by Disease 26 September 2021 (Parkinsons, age 94)
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