Sylvanus S. Smith
American politician
About Sylvanus S. Smith
Lived 1803 – 1888 (aged 84).
Sylvanus S. Smith (July 4, 1803 – March 11, 1888) was an American politician from New York. He served as a member of the New York State Assembly in 1852 and 1853, representing Queens County.
Early life Smith was born on July 4, 1803, in Herricks, Queens County, New York (now part of Nassau County). He married Elizabeth Louisa Treadwell (1806–1839).
Political career Smith was elected to the New York State Assembly and served in the 1852 and 1853 sessions, representing Queens County. He was succeeded in the Assembly by John A. Searing, who took office in 1854.
Later life and death Smith died on March 11, 1888, in North Hempstead, Queens County (now Nassau County), New York, at the age of 84. His burial location is unknown.
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Who was Sylvanus S. Smith?
American politician (1803–1888)
When was Sylvanus S. Smith born?
Sylvanus S. Smith was born on 4 July 1803.
When did Sylvanus S. Smith die?
Sylvanus S. Smith died on 11 March 1888.
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