Thomas J. Smith (lawman)
Thomas J. Smith | |
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| Born | June 12, 1830 New York City, US |
| Died | November 2, 1870 (aged 40) Abilene, Kansas, US |
| Occupation(s) | Boxer, railroad worker, lawman |
| Years active | 1865–1870 |
Thomas James Smith, also known as Tom "Bear River" Smith, (June 12, 1830 – November 2, 1870) was a lawman in the American Old West and briefly marshal of cattle town Abilene, Kansas. He was killed and nearly decapitated in the line of duty.