Near Arley in Winston County, Alabama — The American South (East South Central)
Former Site of Smith Schoolhouse
Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, July 3, 2022
1. Former Site of Smith Schoolhouse Marker
Inscription.
Former Site of Smith Schoolhouse. . Named for Uncle Harve Smith, patriarch of the Smith Family in this community. Built in 1911 on two acres of land bought for $5.00. Seat of learning of readin' 'ritin', and 'rithmetic until 1923 when it was consolidated with others to form Meek School. First teacher was Jesse G. Davis, the last teacher Miss Lollie Young. From the beginning, the schoolhouse also served as a church. Here the children learned the Ten Commandments; and residents of the area have been inspired by good singin', good preachin', praisin’ of the Lord, and the old-time religion.
Named for Uncle Harve Smith, patriarch of the Smith Family in this community. Built in 1911 on two acres of land bought for $5.00. Seat of learning of readin' 'ritin', and 'rithmetic until 1923 when it was consolidated with others to form Meek School. First teacher was Jesse G. Davis, the last teacher Miss Lollie Young. From the beginning, the schoolhouse also served as a church. Here the children learned the Ten Commandments; and residents of the area have been inspired by good singin', good preachin', praisin’ of the Lord, and the old-time religion.
Erected 1977 by Arley Community Historical Association.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Churches & Religion • Education. A significant historical year for this entry is 1911.
Location. 34° 7.15′ N, 87° 12.002′ W. Marker is near Arley, Alabama, in Winston County. Marker is on County Road 41 south of County Road 3815, on the left when traveling south. Marker is near Arley Congregational Christian Church. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 9830 Co Rd 41, Arley AL 35541, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, July 3, 2022
2. Former Site of Smith Schoolhouse Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on July 4, 2022. It was originally submitted on July 4, 2022, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 143 times since then and 20 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on July 4, 2022, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.
