John Smith

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“We know we have a lot of work left to do,” says CEO John Smith.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

When Captain John Smith and the British colonists first came to the Jamestown colony in Virginia in the early 17th century, he recorded two goldsmiths, a jeweler and two refiners on the ship, Gordon says.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

After scammers tried to get more money out of her under the guise of "Special FBI Agent John Smith," Anne contacted the police.

From BBC • Jan. 15, 2025

In 1994, after the death of the Labour leader John Smith, Mr. Blair was elected as his successor.

From New York Times • Nov. 21, 2024

Tex John Smith was presumed to be prospecting for gold somewhere in Alaska—though lawmen, despite great effort, had been unable to locate him.

From "In Cold Blood" by Truman Capote