Smith, Worthington, 1795-1856

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Dates

Existence: 1795 - 1856

Biography

Worthington Smith was an educator and religious leader. He was principal and head of the Franklin County Grammar School board of trustees, and was also president of the county school board and President of the Vermont Teachers' Association. After having been affiliated with the University of Vermont for several years, in 1856 he became President, also serving as professor of economics, law, government and religion.

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

Worthington Smith letter

Item 1

Identifier: Mss 852464

Mss 852464

Date(s): 1852-08-14

Scope and Contents

Letter from Worthington Smith at the University of Vermont to Silas Aiken, informing Aiken that the University of Vermont has conferred upon him the honorary degree of Doctor in Divinity and thanking him for attending the examinations.