Frances Carpenter

1890–1972 (age 82)

Journalist

About Frances Carpenter

Frances Carpenter (1890–1972) lived to age 82. They were a journalist. Born in Washington, D.C.. They are buried at Oak Hill Cemetery in District of Columbia.

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