Another outstanding idea, Gene, but not her either. (I'm sorry I have posted poor hints because of my " way of thinking", i.e. I would instantly have linked the hand to one certain person. When I privately tried the question "on" someone, the right answer came pretty soon via the same "link". I realize now that the respective feature isn't that "unique".)
Hint #4: The lady "took office" in the very year the edition MM is holding above was published. The edition the lady received was a later one.