Sylvanus S. Smith

Sylvanus S. Smith
Member of the New York State Assembly from Queens County
In office
1852–1853
Preceded byJames Maurice
Succeeded byJohn A. Searing
Personal details
Born(1803-07-04)July 4, 1803
Herricks, Queens County, New York, U.S.
DiedMarch 11, 1888(1888-03-11) (aged 84)
North Hempstead, Queens County (now Nassau County), New York, U.S.
Spouse
Elizabeth Louisa Treadwell
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(date missing)​

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.[1]

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.[1] 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.[1]

References

  1. 1 2 3 "Smith, Sylvanus S." The Political Graveyard. Retrieved July 8, 2026.