N. Clark Smith papers 1897-1926

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N. Clark Smith papers 1897-1926

http://hdl.handle.net/10407/6382252601

The N. Clark Smith papers are those of a Kansas resident who performed as part of a traveling musical group, worked as band director at a number of schools, and composed and published a number of musical pieces.

.25 linear feet (1 box)

University of Kansas Kenneth Spencer Research Library Kanas Collection

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Smith, N. Clark (Nathaniel Clark), 1877-1933

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Nathaniel Clark Smith was born in July 31, 1877 in Leavenworth, Kansas. In 1905, Smith received his Bachelor of Music from Chicago Musical College. During the Spanish American War Smith served as bandmaster of the 8th Illinois Regiment Band. Smith, along with his brother-in-law L. W. Lawson, joined the M.B. Curtis All-Star African American Minstrels in 1899; the group traveled worldwide to destinations such as Australia, New Zealand, and Hawaii. Circa 1902, Smith became Tuskegee Uni...