William Smith (Delaware politician)
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William Smith | |
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| Delaware Senate | |
| Delaware House of Representatives | |
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| Died | Delaware, U.S. |
| Spouse | Mary DeHaven |
| Children | 10 |
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William Smith (1797 - 1863[1]) was an American politician from Delaware.
Early life
[edit]William Smith was born to John Smith. He grew up in Cecil County, Maryland. At a young age, he learned the trade of stone masonry and contracting.[2]
Career
[edit]Smith was a contractor on the Frenchtown Railroad, which was built around 1830. He also worked as a farmer.[2] In 1832, he moved to Delaware with his family.[2]
Smith was elected to the Delaware House of Representatives. He served two terms. He then served as a member of the Delaware Senate.[2] He served as a member of Governor William Tharp's staff.[2]
Personal life
[edit]Smith married Mary DeHaven, daughter of Jesse DeHaven. They had ten children, including Sarah, George I., Mary J., William H., Jacob R., James P., Samuel, Elizabeth and Winfield S.[2]
Smith died, aged 69, at his home in Delaware.[2]
References
[edit]- ^ "William Smith (1797-1863) - Find a Grave Memorial". www.findagrave.com. Retrieved January 16, 2024.
- ^ a b c d e f g Portrait and Biographical Record of Harford and Cecil Counties, Maryland. 1897. pp. 393–394. Retrieved October 24, 2023 – via Archive.org.
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