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Abolitionist and businesswoman. Death and legacy. Notes and references. Further reading. Lydia Hamilton Smith (c. 1814 – February 14, 1884) was the long-time housekeeper of Thaddeus Stevens and a prominent businesswoman after his death. Early life.
Subjects. Lydia Hamilton Smith (1813–1884) was a prominent African American businesswoman in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and the longtime housekeeper, life companion, and collaborator of the state’s abolitionist congressman Thaddeus Stevens. In his biography of this remarkable woman, Mark Kelley reveals how Smith served the cause of abolition ...
Nov 10, 2023 · There's a new biography of Lydia Hamilton Smith — and it's written by a Lancaster-based author. Mark Kelley's "An Uncommon Woman: The Life of Lydia Hamilton Smith" is co-published by...
An Uncommon Woman explores the life of Lydia Hamilton Smith (1813-1884), a prominent mixed-race businesswoman in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. A figure of resilience and progressive action, Smith was instrumental to Thaddeus Stevens’ success as he led the drive to end slavery,
Nov 21, 2023 · Lydia Hamilton Smith (1813–1884) was a prominent African American businesswoman in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and the longtime housekeeper, life companion, and collaborator of the state’s abolitionist congressman Thaddeus Stevens. In his biography of this remarkable woman, Mark Kelley reveals how Smith served the cause of abolition, managed ...
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Lydia Hamilton Smith (1813–1884) was a prominent African American businesswoman in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and the longtime housekeeper, life companion, and collaborator of the state’s abolitionist congressman Thaddeus Stevens. In his biography of this remarkable woman, Mark Kelley reveals how Smit
Feb 15, 2024 · February 15, 2024. An Uncommon Woman. Author Mark Kelley talked about Lydia Hamilton Smith, a free mixed-race woman from Pennsylvania who was the housekeeper and companion of abolitionist...
