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        The term “First Lady” is used to refer to the wife of an elected official. In many countries, it is usually 46 for the wife of the President. The term is also used to describe the leading woman of a certain profession, which is 47 Martha Graham, the great American dancer, is often referred to as the first lady of modern dance. 

        Though the term has been adopted by countries all over the world, it is commonly 48 back to Dolley Madison, wife of the fourth U.S. President, James Madison. While her husband was serving as Secretary of State for third President Thomas Jefferson, Dolley was often asked by Jefferson, a widower, to serve as his First Lady for official ceremonial functions. She then continued her service through her husband’s two 49 as President. When she died in 1849, legend  50 it that then-President Zachary Taylor called her “First Lady” in his eulogy. However, no record of this speech has 

ever been found.