Fred B. Smith

Frederick Brougher Smith (May 14, 1892 – November 12, 1984) was an American politician. He served in both houses of the Mississippi Legislature, and was the President pro tempore of the Mississippi State Senate in 1922.

Early life Frederick Brougher Smith was born on May 14, 1892, on his father's plantation near Ripley, Mississippi. He was the son of planter Robert Bruce Smith Jr. and his wife, Fannie (Palmer) Smith. Frederick attended the schools of Tippah County, Mississippi.

Career In November 1915, Smith was elected to represent Tippah and Benton Counties in the Mississippi House of Representatives for the 1916–1920 term. He was a onetime president of the bank and was a member of the board of directors until his death.

Personal life Smith was a member and onetime board member of the First United Methodist Church of Ripley. He was also a Freemason. Smith was married to Elizabeth. They had one daughter named Onie Frances (Smith) Fortier.