On 27 Jan 1750 when Joshua was 20, he married Elizabeth Pomeroy (41748) , daughter of Noah Pomeroy (21929) (19 May 1700-16 Feb 1779) & Elizabeth Sterling (18 Apr 1700-30 Sep 1779).117 Born ca 1729 in Colchester, CT.

Children of Joshua and Elizabeth (Pomeroy) Smith, born at Colchester:
    i. a child, b. 29 Aug 1750, d. soon;
    ii. Elizabeth Smith, b. 12 Apr 1752;
    iii. John Smith, b. 12 Mar 1754;
    iv. Mary Smith, b. 6 Mar 1756; and
    v. Temperance Smith, b. 21 Mar 1758.117