“C” is for Coker’s Pedigreed Seed Company. Coker's Pedigreed Seed Company had its origins in the efforts of David R. Coker to develop and market a highly productive variety of upland cotton that yielded fiber of superior quality and length.

“C” is for Coker University. Founded in 1908 Coker is an independent liberal arts school located in Hartsville.

“B” is for a Bowles, Crandall Close (b.1947). Businesswoman.

“S” is for Smith, Nell Whitley (1929-2011). Legislator, educator, businesswoman.

“S” is for Smith, Benjamin (1717-1770). Merchant, politician, planter.

“S” is for Smith, Ellison Durant (1864-1944). In 1908 Smith stunned the political establishment by winning election to the United States Senate. He remained there for thirty-six years.

Thanks to the widespread popularity of his instrumental hit “Guitar Boogie,” Arthur Smith became one of the best known guitarists in country music.

Born in Charleston, Smith emerged as the leading artist of the Charleston Renaissance.

“H” is for Hunter, John (d. 1802). Congressman, U.S. senator.

“G” is for Grimké, Archibald Henry (1849-1930). Activist, scholar.