Benjamin Hayes Smith

Biography

Benjamin Hayes Smith (1841–1918) is remembered in Wayne, where his long life spanned a period of great change across the nation. While details of his daily endeavors have faded, the enduring respect for his memory speaks to the gentle impact he had on the place he called home.

His story encourages present-day neighbors to honor those whose contributions, though unheralded, remain woven into the fabric of their shared past.