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Birth
Bessie Smith was born in chattangoona, Tennessee. -
Mother died
at the age of eight her mother died -
Started performing for family
When she was nine she started performing for money to help support her family -
Professional career started
Started her professional career with Moses Stokes' travelling show -
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Records
Made over 160 records. -
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Most famous recording arist in the world
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Bessie smith died
In a car accident, recived fatal injuries
