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Ruth S. Foster

American businesswoman and politician

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Overview

Ruth S. Foster(April 18, 1929-June 2, 2025) was an American businesswoman, and politician from Ellsworth, Maine.

Early Life

Foster was born in Machias, Maine to John & Edith Sullivan. She grew up between Machias and Ellsworth where she graduated from Ellsworth High School in 1946.

Political Career

In 1978, Foster was elected as mayor of Ellsworth. She later went on to serve 10 years in the State Senate, and 4 years in the State House. During her time in the Maine Legislature Foster was known for her work on the appropriations committee

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