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In 1312 the subprioress and convent were ordered to render due obedience to the Prioress Isabella de Berghby, who was given Isabella Couvel as a coadjutress.

From Medieval English Nunneries c. 1275 to 1535 by Power, Eileen

He appointed superioress Herlande of Champagne, a near kinswoman to the duke of Brittany; and Petronilla of Craon, baroness of Chemillé, coadjutress.

From The Lives of the Fathers, Martyrs, and Principal Saints January, February, March by Butler, Alban

She appointed Agnese de Sellis her coadjutress, and begged her to share her room, and watch over her conduct, entreating her at the same time to warn her of every fault she might commit.

From The Life of St. Frances of Rome, and Others by Fullerton, Georgiana

Alice Conyers of Nunappleton was made coadjutress of the executors of Master John de Woodhouse in 1345.

From Medieval English Nunneries c. 1275 to 1535 by Power, Eileen

For it was she who, with Parsons's help, nursed Miss Noel faithfully, tenderly, efficiently, Ethel being a most willing coadjutress, but sadly out of place in a sick-room.

From Lippincott's Magazine, September, 1885 by Various