""History of the Town of Smithfield: From Its Organization in 1730-1731 to Its Division in 1871"" is a comprehensive historical account of the town of Smithfield, Rhode Island. The book was written by Thomas Steere and originally published in 1881. The author chronicles the town's early settlement and development, including its involvement in the American Revolution and the Civil War. The book also covers the town's economic and social evolution, including the establishment of mills and factories, the growth of agriculture, and the emergence of various religious and cultural institutions. Additionally, the book provides biographical sketches of prominent figures in the town's history, including politicians, business leaders, and community activists. Overall, ""History of the Town of Smithfield"" offers a detailed and engaging portrait of a small New England town and its place in American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.