Grimké, Thomas Smith, 1786-1834

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Birth 1786-09-22
Death 1834-10-12

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Grimké served many benevolent causes and specifically peace. Brother of abolitionists Sarah and Angelina Grimké, Thomas Smith Grimké was a jurist and a writer.

From the description of ALS, 1825 November, South Carolina to William McDowall Tart. (Haverford College Library). WorldCat record id: 44929911

Born in Charleston, South Carolina; practiced law and served as a state senator 1826-1830; championed temperance and world peace and supported a religious, utilitarian educational system.

From the description of Address, 1831 March 29. (University of Southern Mississippi, Regional Campus). WorldCat record id: 15617594

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Subjects:

  • Christian education
  • Sunday schools

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  • United States (as recorded)
  • Charleston (S.C.) (as recorded)

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