His wife "ruled the roost," and in governing the governor, … - Washington Irving

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His wife "ruled the roost," and in governing the governor, governed the province, which might thus be said to be under petticoat government.

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Washington Irving (3 April 1783 – 28 November 1859) was an American short story writer, essayist, biographer, historian, and diplomat of the early 19th century.

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Pen Names: Diedrich Knickerbocker • Geoffrey Crayon • Launcelot Langstaff

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His wife "ruled the roost," and in governing the governor, governed the province, which might thus be said to be under petticoat government. - Washington Irving

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