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The Silent City: Fannie B. Smythe

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Fannie B. Smythe. . . presented by Lee Ann Jessee

Fannie B. Smythe was born January 18, 1862 in Columbia, KY to Henry and Sarah Williams Smythe.

Fannie had six siblings: Mary, Sallie, Laurie, George Paul, Robert L. and Henry Jr.

Fannie was a school teacher for over 40 years. Between her sisters Mary, Laurie and her, they taught in every school district in Adair County.

Fannie was a teacher at the the Montpelier Academy or the Williams Academy in 1901 when the school was destroyed by fire. All students and faculty escaped without harm.

Fannie made a profession of faith in 1881 and was a life long member of the Columbia Baptist Church.

She was very well educated in the Scriptures and often gave help to others who were struggling. Fannie died on March 7, 1935 at her home after several months illness.. - Lee Ann Jessee




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