Estelle Turrell Smith

Estelle Turrell Smith was born in Forest Lake Township, Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania, on October 30, 1854.

[1] In childhood Smith was thought old for her years, was fond of poetry and music, and delighted in the studies of natural science.

[1] She started to teach when seventeen years of age, at the same time continuing her special studies, then among the masters of art and song.

Having means and leisure at her command, she devoted much time to the study and support of social reforms.

Her devotion to the work of reform and her frequent contributions to the press soon won for her a place as a leader.