Smyth County, VA

Headnote
It has three valleys; the north, south, and middle forks of the Holston running parallel with each. The mountains are lofty, the bottom lands rich and productive. There are three quarries of gypsum, of the best quality, on the N. fork of the Holston, and several other quarries on Cove creek. It is now extensively and advantageously used in agriculture. About 60,000 pounds of maple sugar are annually produced. Pop., whites 5,539, slaves 838, free colored 145; total, 6,522. (Historical Collections, 1852)
    Place Unit Type
    County
    Containing Unit
    Name Type
    Marion, VA City or Town
    Saltville, VA City or Town
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