Manuscript Collection

Bertha Smith Collection - Accession 812 - M369 (420)

Bertha Smith Collection - Accession 812 - M369 (420)

Identifier

Accession 812 - M369 (420)

Inclusive Dates

1992

Restrictions

Open under the rules and regulations of the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections

Collection Size

1 piece

Language

English

Historical Note

Bertha Olive Smith (1888-1988) was a Winthrop graduate in 1913 and served 42 years as a Baptist missionary to China, 1917-1959.

Scope and Content Note

Bertha Smith (1888-1988) was a Winthrop graduate in 1913 and served 42 years as a Baptist missionary to China, 1917-1959. The Bertha Smith Video, titled Bertha Smith: Handmaiden of the Lord, 1888-1988 details about the life of Bertha Smith. Included in this 1992 documentary is commentary on her life and impact from such noted Christian leaders as: Dr. Charles Stanley; Dr. Jack Taylor; Dr. Stephen Olford; Dr. John Hash; Rev. Peter Lord.

Provenance

The Bertha Smith Collection was given as a gift to the Archives on December 8, 1992 by Doris Smith c/o Light House Productions.

Copyright

For information concerning copyright please contact the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections at Winthrop University.

Bertha Smith Collection - Accession 812 - M369 (420)

LC Subject Headings

Smith, Bertha; Winthrop Normal and Industrial College--Alumni and alumnae; Women missionaries--China

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