George C. Smith (Mississippi politician)

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George C. Smith was a superintendent of education and state legislator in Mississippi.

He was born in Ohio. He represented Coahoma County in the Mississippi Senate from 1874-1875. [1] He was a Republican. [2]

His account of political intimidation and violence at Friars Point was reported in a newspaper. [3]

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References

  1. "George C. Smith – Against All Odds".
  2. "Daily Mississippi Pilot, Aug 1, 1875 – Against All Odds".
  3. "Daily Mississippi Pilot, October 10, 1875 – Against All Odds".