Birthplace of Bill Arp (Gwinnett County) - Georgia Historical Markers on Waymarking.com

The beloved Charles Henry Smith was born here June 15, 1826. He married Mary Hutchins of Lawrenceville in 1849. Began his law practice and moved to Rome in 1851. Major Confederate Army. His Nom de plume, "Bill Arp," was first used in 1861. Appointed Judge Advocate, Macon, 1864. State Senator, 1865-1866. Mayor of Rome, Ga. 1868-1869. Moved near Cartersville in 1877 and into town 1888. A brilliant writer, gentle philosopher and entertaining humorist for more than forty years, he died August 24, 1903.

Type of Marker: Other Marker #: US 29 F-5 Date: Not listed Sponsor: Not listed

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