Esther Weisbrodt Francis

Esther Charlotte Emily Weisbrodt Francis (June 24, 1836 – February 21, 1913) was an American midwife and musician, and 19th-century member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

In May 1861, Francis with her husband and two small children, Samuel and Joseph, migrated to the United States from England, crossing the plains, arriving in Salt Lake City that September.

In 1863, the family moved to Morgan, Utah Territory, where she endured the hardships of early pioneer life, along with bearing and raising ten children.

Always active in community life, Francis served as midwife, and taught mathematics, language, and music in the first school in Morgan.

The public service she rendered was unique for a pioneer woman — translating mail for neighbors, also acting as interpreter for the court.

Her knowledge of mathematics and calculus drew many to seek her help in figuring the tons of hay in a stack, bushels of grain in a bin, or acres of land on their farm.