Sarah Grubb facts for kids
Sarah Pim Grubb (born 1746, died 1832) was an amazing businesswoman. She was also a kind person who helped many others. Sarah lived in Clonmel, County Tipperary, Ireland. She was a member of the Quaker faith, which is a Christian group known for its simple living and helping others.
In 1778, Sarah married John Grubb. He owned a successful business that milled flour and dealt in corn. When John sadly passed away just six years later, Sarah took over the business herself. She ran the Anner Mills, which were about 3 kilometers northeast of Clonmel.
Sarah's Early Life
Sarah Pim was born in 1746 in a place called Mountrath. Her family was quite wealthy. Her father, John Pim, was a successful wool merchant from Dublin. Her mother was Sarah Clibborn. Sarah had 15 brothers and sisters!
Her family was connected to many important Quaker families. In 1771, Sarah's family moved to Middlesex, near London. There, they met many other Quakers.
Her Marriage and Home Life
When Sarah married John Grubb in 1778, he was a rich flour miller. Even though they were wealthy, the Grubbs chose to live very simply. This was part of their Quaker beliefs.
Their home at Anner Mills was comfortable and welcoming. They often invited Quaker ministers who were traveling to stay with them. Famous visitors included Elizabeth Fry, who worked to improve prisons.
After John Grubb died in 1784, Sarah took charge of the mills. Her brother Joshua, who was a banker, helped her. Sarah became a very successful businesswoman on her own. She was known as 'Sarah Grubb, Miller and Corn Dealer'.
Helping Others: Sarah's Legacy
Sarah Grubb cared a lot about helping people. She was also very good at business. Because of her kindness and smarts, people called her 'the Queen of the South'.
She sent help to people affected by the 1798 Rising in Ireland. Sarah also helped start Newtown School in County Waterford. She supported the Garryroan Meeting House in County Tipperary.
Sarah also helped German refugees who came to London. And she strongly supported the fight against slavery.
Sarah Grubb passed away in 1832 at her home, Anner Mills. She left behind a large fortune, showing how successful she had been. She is buried in the Quaker Burial Ground in Clonmel.
