Haviland, Laura S.: - Laura Smith Haviland was an American abolitionist, suffragette, and social reformer, born on December 20, 1808, in Elizabethtown-Kitley, Canada. She was raised in a Quaker family, which instilled in her strong moral principles that guided her activism throughout her life. Haviland became a key figure in the Underground Railroad, helping enslaved individuals escape to freedom. She was also deeply involved in advocating for women's rights and the education of freed African Americans. In 1825, she married Charles Haviland, and together they became dedicated to causes of social justice. Haviland's work extended beyond the Underground Railroad; she also played an important role in the women's suffrage movement and was a tireless supporter of social reform. Her efforts to educate both African Americans and women left a lasting legacy. Haviland passed away on April 20, 1898, at the age of 89 in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Her life was marked by a steadfast commitment to the principles of equality, justice, and human rights, and she remains an important figure in American history for her role in the abolitionist and women's movements.