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Nan Macpherson Smith

d. 1940

Canadian leader in women’s activities, and patriotic, philanthropic, cultural projects

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About Nan Macpherson Smith

Nan Macpherson Smith was a Canadian executive.

Nan Macpherson Smith (, Robinson; after marriage, Mrs. E. Atherton Smith, d. 1940) was a Canadian leader in New Brunswick women's activities, as well as patriotic, philanthropic, cultural, missionary, and benevolent projects in the Saint John area. She was well known as a writer, organizer and public speaker, with a national reputation as a lecturer on literary subjects and travel. Elevating womanhood, she traveled throughout Canada and the United States. in Campbellton.

Smith served as president, Provincial National Council of Women of Canada; also vice-president for New Brunswick in National Council of Women of Canada; and Life Member of the National Council of Women of Canada.

She served as Commissioner of the Free Public Library, Commissioner of the Saint John County Hospital, Governor of the Board of St. John Health Centre, and Governor of the Boys' Industrial Home.

Personal life

In 1890, she married Edward Atherton Smith (d. 1925), head of Smith Brokerage Company.

The Nan MacPherson Smith prize was created by the Women's Canadian Club in her honor.

Awards and honours Honored in being the first Canadian woman to welcome the Prince of Wales on the occasion of his arrival in Saint John, 1919 Queen Elizabeth of Belgium Medal, decorated by King Albert of Belgium for service to his country

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Important facts

Died
1940
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Nationality
Also known as
Mrs. E. Atherton Smith, Mrs. Edwward Atherton Smith, Nancy E. Macpherson Robinson

Frequently asked questions

Who was Nan Macpherson Smith?

Canadian leader in women’s activities, and patriotic, philanthropic, cultural projects

When did Nan Macpherson Smith die?

Nan Macpherson Smith died in 1940.

What was Nan Macpherson Smith's occupation?

Nan Macpherson Smith was an executive.

What nationality was Nan Macpherson Smith?

Nan Macpherson Smith was Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Nan Macpherson Smith

· Wikidata: Q139913240

· DBpedia: Nan Macpherson Smith

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