Annie Finley Greene was born in
Tuscaloosa, Alabama, July 25, 1855. Her parents were Thomas Finley and Virginia (Owen) Greene. There were several younger siblings including John, Kate, Robert, Mary, and the writer,
Frances Nimmo Greene. She was educated at home by her mother and attended the Tuscaloosa Female College for two years, graduating with the M. A. degree and highest honors. ==Career==