Eliza McCardle Johnson (October 4, 1810 - January 15, 1876) was the wife of Andrew Johnson, the 17th president of the USA. Even though she supported her husband in his political career, she avoided public appearances. Due to her poor health she was not able to serve as First Lady, so their daughters Martha Johnson Patterson, and Mary Johnson Stover stepped in. eliza johnson This image has been released into the public domain by the copyright holder, its copyright has expired, or it is ineligible for copyright. ... eliza johnson This image has been released into the public domain by the copyright holder, its copyright has expired, or it is ineligible for copyright. ... President is a title held by many leaders of organizations, companies, universities, and countries. ... For other people named Andrew Johnson, see Andrew Johnson (disambiguation). ... October 4 is the 277th day of the year (278th in leap years) in the Gregorian Calendar. ... 1810 was a common year starting on Monday (see link for calendar). ... January 15 is the 15th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar. ... 1876 (MDCCCLXXVI) is a leap year starting on Saturday. ... For other people named Andrew Johnson, see Andrew Johnson (disambiguation). ... The presidential seal was used by president Hayes in 1880 and last modified in 1959 by adding the 50th star for Hawaii. ... Martha Washington, 1st First Lady of the United States Laura Bush, current First Lady of the United States (2001-present) First Lady of the United States is the unofficial title of the hostess of the White House. ...