Richard Smith

Notes:

Notes from "RI Genealogical Register," Vol. 13, Some Lines of Descent from Richard Smith of Bristol, RI, pp. 234 - 254:
There were two early RI settlers named Richard Smith -- one who lived at Wickford, Kingstowne (his property now known as Smith's Castle), and the other at Bristol. This is the one who settled in Bristol. Richard Smith came from England to Boston, MA, in 1673. On 9 Nov 1680 he moved to Bristol, RI, where he lived for the remainder of his life. He was one of the original proprietors of Bristol, and was its first town clerk. He built his house at the corner of Hope and Constitution Streets. He took the oath of fidelity in Bristol on 20 June 1683.

Richard married Joyce Unknown Abt 1669. Joyce was born Abt 1647; died Aft 10 Jun 1710. [Group Sheet]

Notes:

I have estimated the year of Richard & Joyce's marriage. They were probably married in England.

1. John Smith was born Abt 1670, England; died Bef 10 Jun 1710.
2. Hannah Smith was born Abt 1672; died 16 Jan 1755.
3. Nathaniel Smith was born 17 May 1681, Bristol, RI; died 22 Mar 1750/51.
4. Samuel Smith was born 24 Jun 1683, Bristol, RI; died 18 Nov 1766, Bristol, RI.
5. Daniel Smith was born 2 Mar 1687/88; died 21 Aug 1741.