John William Smith (politician)

John William Smith
105th, 109th, and 112th Mayor of San Antonio
In office
1837–1838
Preceded byJosé María Salinas
Succeeded byWilliam H. Daingerfield
In office
1840–1841
Preceded bySamuel Maverick
Succeeded byJuan Seguín
In office
1842–1844
Preceded byFrancis Guilbeau
Succeeded byEdward Dwyer
Personal details
Born(1792-11-04)November 4, 1792
Virginia, U.S.
DiedJanuary 12, 1845(1845-01-12) (aged 52)
Virginia, U.S.
Spouse
Harriet Stone
(m. 1821)
Maria Jesusita Curbelo
(m. 1835)
ProfessionSenator
Mayor
Soldier
Public Servant

John William Smith (November 4, 1792 – January 12, 1845) was a Republic of Texas and American political figure, the first mayor of San Antonio under the Republic, and the first mayor of San Antonio under the state of Texas. He supported and served Texas during the struggle for Texas Independence.