Richard Smith (died 1581) explained

Richard Smith (by 1516 – buried on 22 May 1581) was an English politician.

He was Mayor of Newcastle-under-Lyme 1547 - 48 and 1549 - 50. He was a Member (MP) of the Parliament of England for Newcastle-under-Lyme in November 1554 and 1555.[1]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: SMITH, Richard II (by 1516-81), of Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffs. - History of Parliament Online. www.historyofparliamentonline.org.