Orange, Orange County
(July 15, 1854-March 27, 1929) Born in Quitman, Texas, Emma (George) Latchem came to Orange in 1871 after her husband died. Mrs. Latchem began teaching in 1873 in a private school. She joined the public school system when it opened in 1884. Devoted to teaching, she helped found the mothers and teachers club in 1908 which worked to improve classroom conditions. She was a charter member of the Orange Eastern Star. After 42 years of teaching, she retired in 1915. Recorded - 1979