Jack Smith (footballer, born 1911)

Arthur John Smith (27 October 1911 – 7 June 1975) was a Welsh footballer and football manager. He played as a full-back for Wolverhampton Wanderers, Bristol Rovers, Swindon Town and Chelsea.

During the Second World War, Smith was stationed in the Midlands and guested for West Bromwich Albion. His career was cut short when a bus ran over his foot during a blackout in Wolverhampton.

In 1948, he became West Bromwich Albion's first full-time manager and went on to manage Reading and Hyde United.