Preceded by Abram I. McDowell Spouse(s) Matilda Martin Political party Whig | Died 1881 Succeeded by Alexander Patton Name Smithson Wright | |
Profession Mayor
Merchant
Franklin County Auditor
Treasurer
Teacher | ||
Smithson E. Wright (1807–1891) was the 16th mayor of Columbus, Ohio. He was the 15th person to hold the office, and did so for one two-year term. He was succeeded by Alexander Patton in 1833.
Life
Smithson E. Wright was born to Joseph and Eleanor (née Evans) Wright in Belmont County, Ohio, in 1807.
On August 27, 1832, he married Matilda Martin.
Wright died on March 2, 1891 in Cincinnati, Ohio.
References
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