He also served four years in the Wisconsin State Senate, representing Dodge County.

In 1849 he moved to Fox Lake, Wisconsin, to become a partner in a mercantile firm.

[2] He held several political position in Wisconsin and served two terms in the Wisconsin State Assembly beginning in 1851, including serving as speaker during the second term.

[1] He was a member of the board of regents of normal schools from 1858 to 1876, and director of the state prison from 1874 to 1878.

[4] In 1872, Smith moved to Milwaukee and co-founded the Roundy's supermarket chain.