Joshua Bowen Smith
Joshua Bowen Smith | |
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Joshua Bowen Smith in 1874 | |
| Born | 1813 |
| Died | July 5, 1879 |
| Resting place | Mount Auburn Cemetery |
| Occupation | caterer |
| Known for | abolitionism, Underground Railroad, and New England Freedom Association |
| Spouse | Emeline |
Joshua Bowen Smith (1813–1879) was an abolitionist, conductor on the Underground Railroad, co-founder of the New England Freedom Association, and politician, serving one term as a Massachusetts state legislator. He worked as a caterer in Boston, starting his own business at the age of 36.