| − | Bayard was born in [[Philadelphia]] on February 21, 1742, the son of Samuel Smith. He was educated in [[England]], and attended [[Princeton College]]. After graduating from Princeton in 1760, he joined his father in business.
| + | Smith was born in [[Philadelphia]] on February 21, 1742, the son of Samuel Smith. He was educated in [[England]], and attended [[Princeton College]]. After graduating from Princeton in 1760, he joined his father in business. |
| − | Bayard was elected to the Continental Congress in 1777 and served until 1778, during which time he signed the [[Articles of Confederation]].
| + | Smith was elected to the Continental Congress in 1777 and served until 1778, during which time he signed the [[Articles of Confederation]]. |