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Isaiah Benjamin Scott
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Isaiah Benjamin Scott, c. 1910
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| Born | September 30, 1854 Woodford County, Kentucky
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| Died | July 4, 1931 (aged 76) Nashville, Tennessee
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| Resting place | Greenwood Cemetery |
| Education | Central Tennessee College |
| Occupation | Clergyman, journalist |
| Spouse(s) |
Mattie J. Evans
(m. 1881) |
| Children | 6 |
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Isaiah Benjamin Scott (born September 30, 1854, died July 4, 1931) was an important American leader. He was a religious teacher, a school leader, and a writer. He worked hard to help his community and spread education.
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About Isaiah B. Scott
Isaiah Benjamin Scott was born in Woodford County, Kentucky, on September 30, 1854. As he grew up, he went to different schools. He studied in Frankfort, Kentucky, and Austin, Texas. He also attended Clark Atlanta University and graduated from Central Tennessee College in 1880.
On May 24, 1881, he married Mattie J. Evans in Franklin, Tennessee. They had six children together.
His Work in the Church and Education
Scott became a reverend and elder in the Methodist Episcopal Church. This meant he was a leader in his church. He was very active in guiding the church. He went to many important meetings, including five general conferences and three Ecumenical Methodist conferences. He also served on church committees that focused on books and missionary work.
The Methodist Episcopal Church chose Scott for two very important roles:
- He became the first African-American President of Wiley College in Marshall, Texas. This was a big step for education.
- He also served as a Missionary Bishop in Liberia, a country in West Africa. A missionary bishop helps spread the church's message and support communities in other parts of the world.
Other Important Roles
Scott was also chosen to represent Texas at two major events. He was a commissioner (a special representative) for African Americans from Texas at:
- The World's Columbian Exposition (also known as the Chicago World's Fair) in 1893.
- The Atlanta Exposition in 1895.
These events were big showcases for new ideas and cultures.
In 1909, Scott received a special honor. He was given a knighthood in the Humane Order of African Redemption. This award recognized his important work and dedication.
Isaiah Benjamin Scott passed away at his home in Nashville, Tennessee, on July 4, 1931. He was buried at Greenwood Cemetery.
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