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Tobie Grant

1887–1968

United States

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Tobie Kendall Grant (1887–1968), known as Aunt Toby, was an American philanthropist in Georgia. She worked in the insurance business, was renowned for fortune telling, and was an African American community leader in Scottdale. She donated land for a park (Tobie Grant Park), recreation center, and library - all named for her.

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