Alfred Silvanus Smith (b. Abt. 1855)
South Carolina. Black.
Father's Occupation: merchant
Alfred Smith was born in South Carolina to Jackson Smith and an unknown mother. In 1870, his family was living in Darlington. His father was working as merchant, and Alfred helped out by working as a store clerk.
Alfred entered the University of South Carolina at some point between February 1874 and January 1876. He was a college student following the modern studies track. The university closed before he completed his degree.
Sources:
1). 1870; Census Place: Whittemore, Darlington, South Carolina; Roll: M593_1493; Page: 626B
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