National Affairs: Smart Mayor Smart

Eleven years in office, Mayor John D. Smart of Jacksonport, Ark. (pop. 318) wearied of his job, sought retirement. Jacksonport citizens would not let him quit, made him a candidate for re-election against George M. Richardson. Smart Mayor Smart worked hard for Mr. Richardson, secured his own retirement by Mr. Richardson's election last week.

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