Emily Geiger was born in Lexington District, South Carolina back in 1765 to John and Emily. She married John Threwits and had one daughter named Elizabeth. She died in 1825, she was 59. Her grave can be found at the Geiger Cemetery. Three South Carolina chapters of the Daughters of the American Revolution have been named for her, however only one is currently in existence.
There are monuments to her at the Cayce, South Carolina history museum and the South Carolina statehouse. In honor of Emily the woman holding the laurel branch on the South Carolina State Seal is designated to Emily.
Now I bet you’re wondering why South Carolina loves Emily Geiger. Well here is the rest of the story. Shortly after the siege of Ninety-Six, South Carolina General Nathanael Greene wanted to send an order to General Thomas Sumter. No one was willing to take the message but Emily volunteered. Once the message was written she memorized it and ate the message (literally). She was caught by British Troops and held until a matron could search her, finding nothing she was allowed to go on her way. Subsequently, she was able to deliver the message to General Sumter.
Your day is worthwhile when you make someone smile, so give the free gift of a smile today.
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