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Paul SmithAge: 72 years18171889

Name
Paul Smith
Given names
Paul
Surname
Smith
Note: It is possible, indeed likely, that Paul and family were from Alsace, France. In 1817 this region was part of France which would explain his saying he was French. His son indicated her was from Germany decades later and by that time Alsace had moved into German control.
Note: His surname in Alsace/France/Germany may have been Schmidt, the german equivalent.