Smith family.

Merchant mariner Edward Smith lived in Salem, MA until 1790 when he moved to York, ME, where he lived until his death in 1805. Smith had at least two sons, Edward Jr. and Israel O., who was very active in the York, ME community. Their relationship to John Smith and Jabez Smith is unknown. The occupations of Israel, John, and Jabez are unclear, but they may have been merchant mariners and/or farmers.

From the description of Papers, 1764-1833. (Winterthur Library). WorldCat record id: 84417732