Anthon, Charles
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Anthon, Charles (1797-1867), educator, classical scholar, born in New York City. Entered Columbia College at age 14; he so far excelled above his classmates that he was excluded from further competition and graduated in 1815. Studied law; admitted to the New York bar, 1819. A master of Greek and Latin, he was professor of classical studies and literature at Columbia College from 1820 until his death. Widely acclaimed for his scholarship, for thirty years he published at least one volume annually. Died in New York City. [1]
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- ↑ Dean C. Jessee, ed., The Papers of Joseph Smith, 2 vols. (Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1989-92), v.1
