About Russell Smith
Lived 1822 – 1866 (aged 43). Russell Smith was an American politician.
Russell Smith (July 13, 1822 – May 10, 1866) was an American politician from New York.
Early life Russell Smith was born on July 13, 1822. He entered Yale College from Norfolk, Virginia, and graduated in 1842 with a Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts. He studied in the Yale Law School, and was admitted to the bar in September 1843.
Career In the spring of 1844, Smith began practicing law in New York City. He continued practicing there until 1852, when he moved to Yonkers.
Personal life Smith married Harriette M. Bacon of New Haven, Connecticut, on September 10, 1844. He had a daughter.
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Who was Russell Smith?
American politician (1822-1866)
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Russell Smith was born on 13 July 1822.
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Russell Smith died on 10 May 1866.
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Russell Smith was a politician.
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Russell Smith was American.
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