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In addition to her emphasis on Native
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As a young woman she developed a strong interest in music. She gained certification and taught school. In 1894 Richmond married Oscar
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in New York City; it was also performed there for a second, succeeding season. Eberhart was the first woman librettist to have her work performed by that company. The opera was taken on tour, being produced in
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