Meaning bring to an end, finish is from c.1400; intransitive sense come to an end is from 1826. Of stock prices, from 1860. Meaning bring together the parts of (a book, etc.) is from 1560s. Related: Closed; closing.
Wife of the First President. After the war, George Washington was elected the first President of the United States. Although the title wasn't used at the time, this made Martha the first First Lady. She hosted events and started a tradition where she held public receptions every Friday.
One hero of the War of 1812 was a woman. First lady Dolley Madison stayed in the White House until the last minute to save precious treasures, notably a famous portrait of George Washington. Dolley Madison (1768â1849) was an early first lady of the United States of America, wife of the fourth U.S. president, James Madison (1809â1817). She is still celebrated as one of the most colorful and courageous first ladies. She was known for her beauty, charm and kindness.