French Quarter in Charleston in Charleston County, South Carolina — The American South (South Atlantic)
Elizabeth Timothy
“on the bay, near Vendue Range”
Elizabeth Timothy
in 1738, became the first woman newspaper publisher in America when she took control over publication of the
South Carolina Gazette
upon the death of her husband, Lewis Timothy. She continued to publish the paper until 1746 when her son, Peter Timothy, came of age and succeeded her.
This plaque in her honor was erected March 14, 1981, by the Lowcountry chapter, Society of Professional Journalists, Sigma Delta Chi.
Erected 1981 by Lowcountry chapter, Society of Professional Journalists, Sigma Delta Chi.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Colonial Era • Communications • Women. A significant historical date for this entry is March 14, 1780.
Location. 32° 46.718′ N, 79° 55.607′ W. Marker is in Charleston, South Carolina, in Charleston County. It is in the French Quarter. Marker is on Vendue Range Street east of East Bay Street. Marker is on the north wall of the Vendue Inn Hotel. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 19 Vendue Range Street, Charleston SC 29401, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Farmers and Exchange Bank (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); 8 Queen Street (about 300 feet away); Wagner-Trott Building (about 400 feet away); Save Charleston Foundation (about 400 feet away); 19 State Street (about 500 feet away); Robert Smalls (about 500 feet away); Slave Trading Complex (about 500 feet away); Slave Auctions (about 500 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Charleston.
Additional keywords. French Huguenot; Timothée
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