This is from a family bible.  It is an entry made by John Evander Smith:

"The Isle of Man is the place of my nativity.  The town of Douglas the principal city, location in the Irish Sea.  I left my family in Haven, England at which place I was bound an apprentice to Anthony Smith, a sea Captain in the year 1810.  He was Commander of an English vessel called the 'Friendship' - came to United States in October 1819 - Landed in New York City."

He married Narcisis Johnson daughter of Stephn Johnson of Pioneer Springs, Tennessee. 

I would appreciate any help I can get.

Jan Knowlton