Smithville was incorporated in 1863, and a post office established in 1871. According to Ken Krakow’s Georgia Place Names, it was named for a family of Smiths who moved to the area from Atlanta. It was originally known as Renwick.
A few landmark structures survive in this small community, including the block seen above, which has been nicely restored. The block pictured below appears to be largely abandoned.
Passed by there hundreds of times, most before the 4-lane bypassed it.
Ahh My Hometown. Haven’t Been Here Since I Was A Kid. I’d REALLY Love To See More Of Leesburg !!
born here in 1931
Mr. Booker, you probably knew some of my ancestors that’s from Smithville. I’m one of the grandsons of Ed & Katie Jenkins.
Was great to receive this message. I am still alive and well at now 93 years old. My parents are both in the Smithville cemetery and it has been about 10 or more years since we were there. It will not be long now until i can go join them. I still like to visit there for many fond memories. Very good to hear from you. God bless.
Lawrence Booker