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Famous people · Worth
A single famous person was born in Worth: Philander Smith
In 1809, the American philanthropist Philander Smith was born. That places their birth in the early republic. Their story is told in one language so far. Next door, Lorraine lists 2, led by Alexander Bailey.
Born here
1
notable people
Best known
Philander Smith
in 1 Wikipedia languages
First
1809
Philander Smith
Most common field
Business
1 people
The best known
Born in Worth
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From Wikidata and Wikipedia: people whose birthplace is Worth and whose English Wikipedia article agrees, ranked by how many Wikipedia languages cover each person. People known mainly for crimes, and adult performers, aren’t listed. “The usual town” = everyone born in the towns gathered so far.
Photo credits (2)
- Alexander Bailey: J. H. Beers & Co., Public domain, Wikimedia Commons
- Bill Clancy: American Tobacco Company, Public domain, Wikimedia Commons