Edgar Fahs Smith was an American scientist who is best known today for his interests in the history of chemistry. He served as provost of the University of Pennsylvania from 1911 to 1920, was deeply involved in the American Chemical Society and... Wikipedia
Born: May 23, 1854, York, PA
Died: May 3, 1928 (age 73 years), Philadelphia, PA
Education: Gettysburg College
Notable student: Fanny Rysan Mulford Hitchcock
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