Background
SMITH, Ellison Durant was born on August 1, 1864 in Lynchburg, South Carolina, United States. Son of Revolution William H. and Mary Isabella (McLeod) Smith.
SMITH, Ellison Durant was born on August 1, 1864 in Lynchburg, South Carolina, United States. Son of Revolution William H. and Mary Isabella (McLeod) Smith.
Student of University of South Carolina. Bachelor of Arts, Wofford College, South Carolina., 1889.
2d, Annie Farley, 1906. Is a farmer; organizer, 1901, The Farmers’ Protective Association. Was one of prime movers at Boll Weevil Convention, Shreveport, Louisiana, 1905, which ultimately resulted in organization of Southern Cotton Association in New Orleans same year.
Field agent and general organizer of this association, 1905-1908, and gained national recognition in this capacity.
Methodist Church.
The use of force should be supported only in extreme situations and through approve of appropriate international organizations.
Church decisions should be made as openly as possible, giving opportunities for all to contribute. It is important for all views to be heard and taken seriously, especially where Christians disagree.
Member South Carolina. House of Representatives from Sumter County, 1896-1900.
Married Mattie Moorer, May 26, 1892 (deceased), m.