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Excerpts-The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905

St.Francis County Arkansas

Biographies:The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Excerpts-Published Friday, September 29,1905-Landvoigt and Vadakin-Updated March 14,2013
NOTE:On some of the pictures, My Aunt Mildred painted on the pictures, no disrespect intended. New edition of this brochure
was published in 1976 for the Centennial and is at the library in Forrest City.

Here are pictures of the authors, Mr.Landvoigt and Mr.Vadakin from 1905, and STATUE of Soldiers from Fort Dodge, Iowa in WWI-Thanks to Bobbie Neal!
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The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Excerpts-Who's Who in Town and County! It includes about 10 percent of the population by name!
Ables, Kage See Telico Township
Abstractor
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 38:One:Mrs.A.E.Matthews
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The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Excerpts-Who's Who in Town and County! It includes about 10 percent of the population by name!
Ables, Kage See Telico Township
Abstractor
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 38:One:Mrs.A.E.Matthews
Ahlstedt, C.A.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 106:The building trades are well represented in the growing city of Forrest City, and some of the most expert mechanics in Eastern Arkansas are numbered the several contractors and builders, who pursue their avocations in this town. Mr.C.A.Ahlstedt came here in 1898 from Little Rock, to build the handsome courthouse under a contract with Mr.C.W.Clark, of Malvern. The subject of this sketch was born September 2,1861, the country of his nativity being Sweden. His parents moved to America in his early youth, and he was educated in Iowa, attending the country schools until he was admitted to college at Cornell, in the same state, where he studied for some time. In 1888 he came to Arkansas from California, where he had spent two years, and in 1898 came to Forrest City as above stated. He was married in 1882 to Miss Jennie Liddle, of Nevada, Missouri, who died in 1897. His second marriage occurred in 1891, Miss Maria O. Smith, of Little Rock, becoming his wife. To this union one child has been born,-Mary, now aged ten years. ..........
Mr.Ahlstedt
Alderson, John W.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 97:Mr.John W. Alderson, Vice-President of Fussell-Graham-Alderson Co., is a native of Virginia. In Dec.1902, when Rollwage & Co. dissolved, Louis Rollwage had become impressed with the business ability of John W.Alderson, the young husband of his daughter, Annie Katerine. Mr.Alderson was successfully operating a shoe and hat business in Bristol, Va.-Tenn., under the name Davis-Alderson Company. Mr.Rollwage wrote to his son-in-law to ask him to come to Forrest City to talk over a business arrangement. Mr.Alderson came and was given an interest and took an active part in the management of the new Rollwage & Alderson Co., which resulted. He soon became a valuable citizen in his adopted community. He was born in Lebanon, Virginia, the son of the Hon.T.M.Alderson and Ada (Davis) Alderson, SEE T.M.ALDERSON. Mr.John W.Alderson was educated in the public schools of Lebanon and was graduated from the Baker-Himel University of Knoxville, Tenn. He and Miss Rollwage, daughter of Louis and Lizzie (McDaniel) Rollwage, were married on Oct.30,1901, and to this union were born two children, Louise, now Mrs.James DeRossitt, and John W.Alderson, Jr., now President of Fussell-Graham-Alderson. The grandfather of Miss Lizzie McDaniel was John McDaniel, Jr., who came to St.Francis County in 1824 to become a prosperous farmer when there were not more than twelve families here. Before the death of Louis Rollwage on Apr.11,1905, Rollwage & Alderson Co. and Fussell, Graham & Co. took the step which gave St.Francis Co.one of the largest mercantile establishment in Arkansas and certainly one of the most respected. It was thus that Fussell-Graham-Alderson Co. was formed. It was located in the Fussell-Graham & Co. building on North Front Street. Rollwage & Alderson Co. had been located in the building up the street on the corner of Front and Washington Street, where the Watkins Music Center now stands, (1954). Capt.Fussell was President, and John W.Alderson was Vice President of the new company. In 1923, after the death of Capt.Fussell, Mr.Alderson became President. From the time he arrived here in 1902 until his death on Dec.10,1942, Mr.Alderson demonstrated to the people of his beloved St.Francis Co. that he was a man of calm wisdom, quick perceptions and of the highest integrity. His word was his bond, his family the recipient of his love and devotion, the Presbyterian Church stronger for his wise guidance and his fellow man the more fortunate for his constructive service and devotion to the public welfare. He had many accomplishments, and during the flood of 1927, when thousands of refugees arrived, as Chairman of the St.Francis County Red Cross, devised such an efficient and accurate method for handling the tremendous job of supplying the refugees from approximately $500,000 in American Red Cross funds that former President Herbert Hoover, then in charge of national relief, came to Forrest City to see the plan in operation. He was so impressed that he persuaded Mr.Alderson to accompany him to other flood-stricken areas to establish a similar program. Mr.Alderson started a peach orchard in 1921, and is now one of the best in the county.................Fussell-Graham-Alderson Co.
Aldrich, C.S., Dr.,
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 86:The subject of this sketch is one of the most prominent and successful Veterinary Surgeons in the South. He is a native of New York State, having been born In Ontario County, January 30,1852, and is a son of Charles and Dorcas (Heringdeen) Adrich, both of whom were natives of that county. Dr. Aldrich was primarily educated in the public schools, and at Hillsdale Academy in Michigan. For fifteen years Dr.Aldrich has been practicing in Alabama, Illinois, and Arkansas. He located here in Forrest City in 1902, coming here from Huntsville, Alabama. Prior to that time he was practicing and training race horses. His first visit to this city was ten years prior to the above date, when he entered a stable of race horses at the grounds and track of the Eastern Arkansas Fair Association, one mile north of town. It was during this time that he met and married the splendid woman who is now his helpmate. They were united in marriage on April 5,1902 and are now living happily in this city. One child, a sweet baby girl, came to brighten their home for a brief time, and died at the age of five months. Dr. Aldrich has been twice married, the first time to Miss Lucinda A.Power, of his native county, who died in 1887.
Dr.Aldrich
Alexander, Carnes See Johnson Township
Alley, W.H. Dr. See Physicians
Alley, W.S.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 98:Mr.Wilbur S.Alley, the efficient and painstaking ...............
Altman, E.T. See Volunteer Fire Department
Anderson, Ethel See City of Colt
Ashworth, Sam
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 129:Rawlison is a postoffice two miles north of above the Cut Off. Mr.Sam Ashworth ...........
Auctioneers
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 38:Two:T.E.Prewett/Bill T.Hill
Babies of Forrest City
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 108: Here is a list of 36 babies under five years of age whom we have pictures shown:1. ....................Babies
Babies-Continued: on page 109-1.Lawrence F. .............More Babies
Bakeries
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 38:Fred Kleiber & Co. are exclusive bakers.
Bank of Eastern Arkansas
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905:The Bank of Eastern Arkansas in 1889 elected ...............
Bank of Forrest City
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905:The Bank of Forrest City was organized by Eugene Williams...and...........
Barker, Percy Harrison
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 77:Percy Harrison Barker is a native of Louisiana, and was born in Shreveport on June 1,1866, soon after removing with his parents to Mississippi, in which state he was raised. He is a son of William Wallace and May Fran (Harrison) Barker. His father was a native of Alabama. A graduate of West Point, and resigned to join the Southern army. He was Commissary General of the Confederate Army, Southwest Department, until the surrender. The mother of our subject was a Virginian, and a niece of the famous Wm.H. (Tecumseh) Harrison, who was inaugurated President of the United States in 1841. Mr.P.H.Barker was educated in the University of the South, at Sewannee, Tennessee, and the University of Virginia. He is a professional accountant and general office man, and came to this city from Memphis in 1898, to take charge of the office and books of the large mercantile business of J.W.Beck & Co., and is now business manager of the Forrest City Ice and Power Company. On June 24,1899, Mr. Barker was happily married to Miss Ada McDaniel, youngest daughter of Capt.W.H. and Mollie (Fondren) McDaniel, and now occupies the old homestead at the head of North Washington Street. One child, a bouncing baby boy, has blessed their union, and he will celebrate the first anniversary of his birth on Christmas Day of the present year.-Cupid's Capers-Married at Forrest City, Saturday morning, June 24,1899 at ten o'clock, Mr.Percy H.Barker and Miss Serap Ada McDaniel. The bride Is the youngest daughter of Capt.and Mrs.W.H.McDaniel, of this city. The groom was born in Shreveport, La., and lived at Terry, Hinds Co., Mississippi until he became of age. He attended the University of Virginia, and now occupies the position of bookkeeper for J.W.Beck & Co. of this city.-Cupid's Capers-Married at Forrest City, Saturday morning, June 24,1899 at ten o'clock, Mr.Percy H.Barker and Miss Serap Ada McDaniel. The bride Is the youngest daughter of Capt.and Mrs.W.H.McDaniel, of this city. The groom was born in Shreveport, La., and lived at Terry, Hinds Co., Mississippi until he became of age. He attended the University of Virginia, and now occupies the position of bookkeeper for J.W.Beck & Co. of this city..................
Mr.Barker
Barron, John J.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 130:Mr.John J.Barron is one ............
Barrow, E.J. See Horses and Mules
Barrow, Thomas W.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 91:Thomas W.Barrow was born..............
Mr.Barrow
Beasley, J.R. Judge See Legal Profession
Beauchamp, N.P. Dr. See the St.Francis County News
Beck, J.B. See Carpenters and Builders
Beck, J.W., Capt.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 65:Deceased, a picture is shown on this page. Born FEB.23,1838 TO MAR.8,1905-PRIVATE, CO.G, MSS.VOLUN.FEATHERSTONES BRIGAGE=ARMY OF MISSISSIPPI-CSA-Buried:FC CITY CEMETERY]
Capt.Beck
Becker, Alexander
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 111:Alexander Becker, the senio...............
Bell, John C.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 70:John C. Bell is a .............
Mr.Bell
Billard Parlor
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 37:Vernon Hancock has a pool and billiard parlor.
Blacksmithing and Woodworking
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 38:Joe A. Beck Co./Batts Brothers/ and S.N.Landers
Bohne, Charlie See Carpenters and Builders
Bond, Scott
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 120:Scott Bond was born in...............
Mr.Bond
Bowers, M.L.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 116:Mr.M.L.Bowers, of Martinsburg, Pa., is the ..................
Boyle, Arthur D.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 62:The subject of this sketch was born.in Memphis, Tennessee,September 28,1866, and is the second son of Peter D. and Euphemia Boyle. His father is a native of Grennock, Scotland of Irish parents, and came to this country when nineteen years of age. His mother was born in Glasgow, Scotland, of Scotch parents, and is a third cousin to Robert Burns, Scotland's immortal bard. She came to this country when four years of age. Our subject attended school in Memphis and Forrest City about two years. His education is self-obtained, and he has filled various positions of trust. He came to this city in 1875 from Memphis, and in 1881-2 he learned telegraphy, and took his first position in April, 1882, at Blackfish, as operator for the old Memphis & Little Rock Railroad. He worked at various stations for this and other railroads until March 1888, when he accepted the agency for the Southern Express Company, which position he held until that company withdrew from this territory in 1892. He worked for several other positions until he accepted the position as telegraph operator for the Forrest City Cotton Exchange. Mr.Boyle was married on November 14,1889 to Miss Lucretia Hinton of this city. One child, Mary E. Boyle, has blessed this union.................
Mr.Boyle
Bradshaw, S E.,M.A., Ph.D.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 53:S.E.Bradshaw, familiarly known ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Mr.Bradshaw
Bridgeforth, D.O. Dr. See Physicians
Bridgeforth, Lindsay See Stenographers
Brown, John M.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 90:John M.Brown was born ......
Brown, John R.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 61:John R. Brown, merchant ......................
Mr.Brown
Butchers and Dealers in Fresh Meats
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-19050Page 37:Two dealers:L.R.Grobmyer/ and W.J.Dillon & Sons
Campbell, R. P. See City of Caldwell
Carpenters and Builders
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 38:C.A.Ahlstedt/G.W.Leggett/M.L.Monroe/A.Franks/James Franks/W.E.Evans/Shell Ezell/Bark Ezell/John Waterman/Charlie Bohne/John Klopp/John Winfield/J.B.Beck/
Carriages and Harness
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 38:M.Isaacs
Casbeer, Jet See Telico Township
Casteel, Calloway
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 33:Among the old landmarks of Forrest City Methodism were also the late Calloway Casteel and his wife. They were octogenarians, and had been members of the Methodist church for sixty years
Cherry, Frank A.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905:Captain Wynne moved to Madison, Arkansas in 1867, and formed a partnership with Mr.Frank A. Cherry, under the firm name of Cherry & Wynne; in 1868 the firm moved to Forrest City, where Mr.T.A. Hatcher was admitted under the firm name Cherry, Wynne & Hatcher.
Chilner, Adolph See Volunteer Fire Department
City of Caldwell
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 128:Caldwell, a station ................
City of Colt
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 126:Colt was founded in 1,,,,,,,,
City of Democrat
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 121:Frequently we have been urged to write a,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
City of Forrest City
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 26:The capital of ................
City of Fulwood
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 125:Fulwood, also,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
City of Goodwin
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 125:Goodwin is a .................
City of Madison
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 119:For many years Madison was...................
City of McDaniel
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 131:McDaniel is a thriving l,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
City of Palestine
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 131:One of the most pleasant and ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
City of Wheatley
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 131:Wheatley is a..................
City of Widener
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 121:Widener is a .......................
Consumers' Cotton Oil Co.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 44:This enterprise is owned by and is a branch of the Consumers' Cotton Oil Co. of Chicago, who have numerous other plants scattered throughout the South and Southwest. It has a capacity of 3,000 gallons of crude oil a day. Mr.Edward Roleson is the local manager and is assisted by Mr.H.W.Cook and Mr.Lindsay Bridgeforth to keep the books, and Mr.R.G.Smith to be the superintendant of works
Covey, J. M.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 70:Mr.J.M.Covey is a son of,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Mr.Covey
Cox, J.W.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 127:Is a son of ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Crews, Lucile Miss See The Southwestern Telegraph & Telephone Company
Crowley's Ridge
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 23:The annual report of the Geological Survey of Arkansas for 1889 contains a ....................
Davidson, M.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 127:Among the men who are .........................
Davis, Thomas Jefferson
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 63:Thomas Jefferson Davis was born /....................
Mr.Davis
Davis, Tommie Miss
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 18:St.Francis County schools, Miss Tommie Davis, Principal in Madison.
DeRossitt, Frank W., Hon.
The Forrest City Times' At Souvenir-1905-Page 55:Hon.Frank W. DeRossitt, the subject of this sketch, was born on October 1,1859, in Kentucky, and is a son of Tolbert and Medussa DeRossitt, who were pioneers of Texas. He was educated in the common schools and came to Arkansas in 1879, locating in Mississippi county. Later he moved to Crittenden county, and in 1888 came to St.Francis County, where he expects to live and die. He was married in 1887 to Miss Sallie Persons, of Tennessee, and lived happily until her death in 1900. In 1901 he was married to Miss Mattie Watts, of Missouri, and two children-a boy and a girl, named respectively James and Louise-have blessed their union. He owns and operates a farm, of over 700 acres, 500 in cultivation, on which is located the celebrated Fishing lake. He was selected in 1897 to represent the county in the lower house of the General Assembly of Arkansas, and again in 1901, and now holds that position....................
Mr.DeRossitt
DeRossitt, James
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 56:James DeRossitt was born in ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Mr.DeRossitt
Dickerson, M.H.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 83:Mr.M.H.Dickerson, who has .....................
Mr.Dickerson
Dorris,George See City of Fulwood
Downey, T. S.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 61:T.S.Downey is a son of,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Drug Stores
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 37:Three first-class:J.H.Dunavant & Co./J.S.Shields & Co./and J.T.Sanders
Dry Goods, Groceries and General Merchandise
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 37:Eight stores:Fondren & Smith/A.L.Grady/Aldridge & Jones/Kirby & Stout/Neeley & Neblett/A.Meyer & Co./John Sipf/W.T.Sanders
Dunavant, J.H.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 86:The drug firm of J.H.Dunavant & Co., located at 212 North Front Street was established in 1897 by Dr.J.H.Dunavant, of Ripley, Tennessee. On February 1,1905 he disposed of the business to the present owner, Dr.J.T.West.
Duncan, D. See City of Fulwood
Eppes, Georgie Miss See The Southwestern Telegraph & Telephone Company
Eppes, Mary Miss See The Southwestern Telegraph & Telephone Company
Ewart, Henry M.-
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 111 & 112:Mr.Henry M. Euart is the ..................
Evans, W.E. See Carpenters and Builders
Evans, William Perry
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 87:William Perry Evans, the ...................
Ezell, Bark See Carpenters and Builders
Ezell, Shell See Carpenters and Builders
Filigren, Samuel See Johnson Township
Fisher, G.E. See Hotels
Fitzpatrick, Lee See City of Colt
Fitzpatrick,T.O., Hon.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 124:Thos.O. Fitzpatrick is of the most........
Mr.Fitzpatrick
Folbre, Homer See T.C.Folbre, Jr.
Folbre, Hubert See Volunteer Fire Department, and T.C.Folbre Jr.
Folbre, T.C. Jr.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 90:Mr.T.C.Folbre and his brothers, Homer and Hubert, manage and own the Magnolia Bar located at No.111 North Washington St., Forrest City. A specialty is made of Old Yannissee Whiskey, though many other leading brands are sold, this place is up to date, having undergone a $3,000 renovation in 1903.
Folbre, Thomas C., Judge
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 81:This sketch is about Judge Thomas C. Folbre, now judge of the County and Probate Courts of St.Francis County, and one of the most popular and efficient officers the county has ever had. He is a son of Charles L. and Mary J. (Baldwin) Folbre, and was born on June 15, 1841, at Aurora, Indiana. He was educated in private schools in Indiana and Kentucky, and in 1850 became a citizen of Arkansas. At the age of sixteen years he began business for himself at Linden. in this county. He came to Forrest City from near that place in 1869, to accept a situation as salesman for the Altheimer Brothers, who were then doing a general merchandise business on the corner of Washington and North Front Streets, now occupied by the Rollwage building in which J.S. Shields & Co. are doing general drug business. Forrest City was incorporated the following year, 1870, and he was elected the first Mayor, and G. Altheimer and Capt.Frank M. Prewett were also members of the Board of Aldermen. During his residence he has frequently been elected to the Town Council, Board of Health, and other official bodies, and in 1894 was elected Circuit and County Clerk, which he held two years. He was elected in 1902 to the office of County and Probate Judge of St.Francis County, and was re-elected in 1904. Judge Folbre was a gallant Confederate soldier. He enlisted in Confederate service in August 1861, and served through the entire period, surrendering May 25,1865, at which time he held the rank of Lieutenant of Co.A., Fifteenth Arkansas Infantry. He was the father of ten children. His wife was Mary M.Folbre and died earlier in 1886. ..................
Judge Folbre
Forrest City Ice and Power Company
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 47:The Forrest City Ice & Power Co. is one of the foremost enterprises in Eastern Arkansas. It was established in the year 1900, with a capital stock of $30,000, owned by the Anheuser-Busch Brewing Association of St.Louis, Missouri, and several Forrest City capitalists. The incorporators are:A.Busch, A.Nicoud, St. Louis;F. M. Pollambus, Texarkana;J.W.Beck, James Fussell, Charles Lewis, I.W.Mallory, of Forrest City. It's capacity is twenty-five tons of ice per day, and their entire product is readily disposed of at regular market prices. They also supply cold storage, especially to the manufacturers of the celebrated Budweiser Beer, which is stored with them in large quantities and supplied to the trade from this point.
Franks, A. See Carpenters and Builders
Franks, James See Carpenters and Builders
Funeral Parlor
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 38:A.L.Stevens & Co. are Funeral Directors, Embalmers and Dealers in Picture Moldings and Frames
Furnishing Stores
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 37:Seven are present:Robert L.Pettus/Becker & Lewis/Brandon, Baugh & Co./Pettus & Buford/The J.W.Beck Co./The Fussell-Graham-Alderson Co./and E.Turley Co.
Fussell, James, Capt.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 97:The Bank of Eastern Arkansas in 1889 elected ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Gaines, M.N. See Real Estate, Timber and Farm Property
Gaines, M.N.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 63:Mr.M.N.Gaines, was born on ....................
Mr.Gaines
Gatling, John Judge See Legal Profession
Gilchrist, H.C. See The Southwestern Telegraph & Telephone Company
Gilliam, James
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 58:Mr.James Gilliam was born ................
Mr.Gilliam
Goddard, Mrs. Pauline
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 41:Forrest City boasts one of the largest and best ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Gorman, P,A, See Stenographers
Gorman, Walter, Hon.Mayor
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 77:The subject here, Walter Gorman, has .................
Mayor Gorman
Grady, Abraham Lafayette
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 99:Mr.Abraham L.Grady, well known as ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Mr.Grady
Grobmyer, Louis Richard
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 113:Louis Richard Grobmyer was born..........Mr.Grobmyer
Grocers
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 37:Three:Mrs.S.I.Trice/Mr.J.T.Dement/ and Mr.W.P.Evans
Grocers with Restaurants
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 37:Three:R.J.Ash/John R.Brown/and Havens Bros. & McCrary
Gunsmiths and Locksmiths
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 38:O.A.Ezell and Shell Ezell
Halbert, J.M. See Johnson Township
Hall, Bill T. See Paperering and Painting
Hambleton, Murray C.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 98:Mr.Murray C. Hambleton first saw the light of day in Fayette Co., Tennessee, April 17,1871. He is the eldest son of Oliver Ellsworth and Mary Ellen (Rhodes) Hambleton. His father Mr.O.E.Hambleton, is kindly remembered by a large portion of the citizens of this county, he having held the office of County Treasurer for four years. He was a native of Virginia, and came to this county in 1880, living here till his death, and his wife was a native of Tennessee, being born near Covington. The subject of this sketch was educated in the country schools of Franks Township in this county, and Bethel College, at Russellville, Kentucky. He began his business career by teaching school for a short time and then clerking. He came to this city in 1880 and has been with several firms before becoming a member of the board of directors of The Fussell-Graham-Alderson Co. and has never missed a day from business. On December 22,1897, he was happily married to Miss Estelle, youngest daughter of Elder and Mrs.W.H.Paslay of this city, and one child, a boy, who was born on May 6,1905, and has been named Murray, blesses their home. ......................
Hammond, Ernest See Paperering and Painting
Hancock, George Ewin, Rev. A.M.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 29:The subject of this sketch was born in Warren County, Kentucky, August 2,1871, and is a son of John W. and Elizabeth Hancock, who were of the sturdy yeomanry of that state, his father being a strong southern man and fought in the Southern army. His mother died when he was but three years of age. Thus he was compelled to learn the lesson of self-reliance when very young. He attended the public schools until the age of fifteen years of age. He entered Union College, at Barbourville, Kentucky, Jan.1,1894, and graduated with honors in 1896. After teaching for several years, he became the minister of the Presbyterian Church Jan.1,1904 in Forrest City. He married Miss Salome Otey, who is a relative of the pioneer Bishop Otey of Tennessee on June 7,1894. One child, Inez Morrell, has blessed this union. ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Hardware Stores
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 37:John M.Brown with musical instruments and other merchandise
Hardware, Tinware etc.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 37:T.W.Barrow and W.F.Klotz handles Stoves and Screens
Harinen, J.H.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 38:The only exclusive tailor, Mr.J.H.Harinen recently opened a shop on Washington Street.
Harnassmaker
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 38:George Schmidt is a harnassmaker and repairing
Head, Geo.M. See The Southwestern Telegraph & Telephone Company
Hodges, Samuel Lee
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 38:The only exclusive tinner in the city.
Mr.Hodges
Horses and Mules
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 38:E.J.Barrow/M.Isaacs
Hotels
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 42:The city has three hotels, The Marion (See Mrs.Goddard), the St.Francis by Mr.& Mrs. R.K.Swan, and the American by Mr.& Mrs.G.E.Fisher.
House, Tom See City of Widener
Houston, Alfred See City of Widener
Hunt, C.P.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 62:Forrest City Cotton Exchange is a branch office of the Memphis Exchange, which is under the management of Mr.C.P.Hunt, and was established in this city, December 1900, by that firm by Mr.John M.Hines, It was discontinued, but later reopened under Mr.John M. Hines, and now in 1903 was succeeded by Mr.R.B.Trice, of this city as manager, and he has associated with him, as operator, Mr.A.D.Boyle.
Insurance and Real Estate
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 38:R.J.Izard/F.G.Pettus/Taylor & Knight Co.
Isaacs, M. See Horses and Mules/Carriages and Harness
Izard, Charles R.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 107:The St.Francis County News was established in 1902 at Madison, by Mr.Charles R.Izard, a native of St.Francis county, and a former employee of The Forrest City Times., in which shop he "learned the business".he colorful writings from the magic pen of Charles R.Izard have delighted thousands of readers, and his columns have been followed with avid interest in the Crowley Ridge Chronicle Newspaper in Forrest City which he found in 1905. An enthusiastic supporter of his home city and county, he always boosted his home by giving free space to promote worthy enterprises. Illness forced his retirement after fifty five years of newspaper experience. He began his career with the Forrest City Times in 1888 as office manager, in 1902 he established the St.Francis County News at Madison, but it was known as the Crowley Ridge Chronicle for which he was widely known. Born in Forrest City, Jan.21,1872, the son of Mark Whitaker Izard, Jr. and Emma (Sullivan) Izard and the grandson of the distinguished pioneer Mark Whitaker Izard, the first territorial governor of Nebraska. It is a matter of record while Arkansas in 1825 had its governor George Izard from South Carolina, The descendant Charles R.Izard was an orphan at an early age, his father died when he was three and four years later his mother died of yellow fever during the epidemic of 1879, leaving two children, Charles and Mary Izard. They were reared by relatives, namely their uncle George Izard, a bachelor; aunt Julia Izard Hemenway and Silas C.Campbell, all deceased but the memory of those relatives is held in high honor and appreciation by many who knew him. In young manhood and until his marriage, he made his home with a kinsman, Mark W.Campbell, and Mrs.Campbell, the latter, whom he called "Mrs.Arnold", was a community mother in helping others, a Mrs.Wiggs in her little world. She became this wanderer's beloved fairy godmother when she willed her home to Mr.Izard's first born. On June 3,1905, he married Miss Mattie Cobbs, daughter of Sedley H. and Nettie (Taylor) Cobbs of Colt, and to this union were born five daughters; Virginia of Fort Worth, Texas; Rachel, now Mrs.Fred D.Troutt, Jonesboro; Mary of Memphis and Forrest City; Sedley now Mrs. J.W.Lipscomb, Jr. of England, Ark.; and Jessie Annette, deceased. The Izard's have one grandchild, James (Jimmy) Izard Lipscomb, who is 16 months old. A 2nd Lieutenant, Co.H. 2nd Arkansas Infantry, in Spanish American War, Mr.Izard was one of St.Francis County's most public-spirited citizens during his active years. He united with the First Baptist Church when he was eleven years of age, with Pastor, Elder G.A.Grammer at that time.
Izard, R.J. See Insurance and Real Estate
Izard, Van Buren
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 114:Probably the best-known man in St. Francis County is Mr.Van Buren Izard. He was born February 27,1837, and enjoys the distinction of being the first born white-child in the territory of what is now Forrest City. His parents, Mark W. and Permelia (Shackleford) Izard, were among the early pioneers, having located here in 1824. Mr. Izard saw the first light on the site of the old Baptist church on the hill near the cemetery. His father was a noted man. He was twice speaker of the house in the Arkansas legislature and twice the president of the senate, which is an unusual record. By appointment of President Pierce he was made governor of the then territory of Nebraska, and his incumbency was continued under President Buchanan. He was appointed the purchasing agent and made superintendent of construction of the first capitol building of Nebraska at Omaha. Mr. Izard was a large slave holder, and with his help did much to develop this section. He was educated in the private schools of St.Francis county, public schools at that time being an unknown quantity. When the war came he enlisted and was a participant in the battles of Prairie Grove and Helena, besides numerous minor engagements. He was a member of Co.E, McRae's regiment, of the Confederate Army. Col. Izard was appointed by Governor Berry to be Colonel of the militia of the eastern district of Arkansas, and that commission was never revoked. When the troubleness times of 1889 came he was appointed Sheriff by Governor Eagle, and he was a very strong factor in conserving peace of our town and county. He has been a member of the city council at various times from the establishment of municipal government here, and his work on the school board, of which he was a member for several years, was of a most valuable and conscientious sort. On January 29,1859, Colonel Izard was married to Miss Mary Fondren, of Oxford, Mississippi, and five children were born to them. Lena, the eldest, is the wife of Mr.J.W.Williams, the successful merchant of Wynne; Richard J. Izard is a thriving lawyer and insurance man of Forrest City; Kate is now Mrs. E.A.Long, and also resides in this city; Van B. Jr., is in a large mercantile establishment at DeVall's Bluff; Pearl died at the age of four years.,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Mr.Izard
Jewelers and Watchmakers
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 37:Two stores:E.A.Short/J.C.Slaughter
Johnson Township
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 122:Johnson Township is situated in the center of the ....................
Johnson, J.T.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 118:The other member of the,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Mr.Johnson
Johnson, John See Johnson Township
Kaiser, Geo. See Volunteer Fire Department
Keathley, J.P.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 33:The name of J.P.Keathley, a one time a prominent merchant here, is still familiar to the people. He was for many years an efficient member of the Methodist church and one of her truest and best. Per Mrs.Julia Izard Hemenway he was in the Confederate Army in St. Francis County,
Klopp, John See Carpenters and Builders
Knight, Harry Avery
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 91:On November 17,1874, Harry Avery Knight was born at Forrest City. He is a son of Curtis Luther and Harriet Avery Knight. His father was one of the pioneer merchants of Forrest City, locating here soon after the town was established. The subject of this sketch was educated in the public schools of this place, and is also a graduate of the Gem City Business College, of Quincy, Illinois. Returning home, he began his business career by entering the store of his father, where he remained until February 1896, when he went with L.Rollwage & Co., with whom he worked until January 1, 1903, when he purchased a half interest in the firm of George P.Taylor & Co., real estate and insurance agents, in which he is still engaged under the firm name Taylor, Knight & Co. On September 14,1904 he was married to Miss Mary Merwin, a daughter of Capt. and Mrs.T.C.Merwin, of this city. They have one child, Harry Avery born July 15,1905....................
Mr.Knight
Lancaster, W. L. See City of Caldwell
Landvoigt, Ed, Publisher
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 107:Colonel Ed ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Col.Landvoigt
Lanier, R.J. See City of Caldwell
Lanier, William J.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 94:William J.Lanier was,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Mr.Lanier
Lannan, Jas.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 117:The general manager of ................
Mr.Ahlstedt
Laughinghouse, George W.
Legal Profession
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 39:Judge N.W.Norton/Senator R.J.Williams/Hon.Walter Gorman/Judge John Gatling/Mr.S.H.Mann/Mr.P.A.Gorman/Hon.Otto B.Rollwage/Mr.J.M.Prewett/Mr.R.J.Izard/Mr.W.J.Lanier/Judge J.R.Beasley/Messrs.T.S.Downey and M.P.Remley/Mr.Charles R.Mathis
Leggett, G.W. See Carpenters and Builders
Lewis, Charles
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 111:The junior member of ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Mr.Lewis
Lewis, Sol
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 103:Sol Lewis, the ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Mr.Lewis
Littell, Bob See Paperering and Painting
Littlefield, J.A. See City of Fulwood
Livery Stables
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 38:Two owned in the city:M.R.Stone/and B.D.Hatcher
Long, Ernest A., Dr.Dentistry
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 85:Dr.E.A.Long, Forrest City's popular,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Mr.Long
Longest, J.T. Dr. See Physicians
Love, W.E.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 93:Mr.W.E.Love is originally from Loves, Mississippi, where he was a member of the firm Banks, Love & Co. He moved to St.Louis in 1892, and remained there until 1899, when he moved to Memphis, and formed the firm Wynne, Love & Co., of which Capt.J.W.Wynne, formerly of this city, is the senior member, and they have grown into one of the largest cotton-handling concerns in the whole south. They never "Buy Cotton," because long experience has taught them that they can better serve their customers by adhering strictly to the legitimate commission business.
Magistrates of Madison Township
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 39:J.B.Sanders/J.E.Stone
Mallory, Edward
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 79:Edward and Elizabeth (Chambliss) Mallory, who were among the pioneers of this section. Edward and Elizabeth Mallory were born and reared near Petersburg, Virginia. They came to Shelby County, Tennessee and engaged in farming near Memphis, and later (in 1850) moved to this county, locating near what is known as Mt.Vernon, where he engaged in the practice of law. He was elected to the legislature, and afterwards to the office of County and Probate Judge, in both of which high positions he served faithfully and well. At the outbreak of the Civil war, he raised a company, and served as captain thoughout the entire period.,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Mallory, George B.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 79:George B.Mallory, the subject of this sketch, was born in Memphis, Shelby County, Tennessee, on February 25,1849, and is a son of Edward and Elizabeth (Chambliss) Mallory, who were among the pioneers of this section. Edward and Elizabeth Mallory were born and reared near Petersburg, Virginia. They came to Shelby County, Tennessee and engaged in farming near Memphis, and later (in 1850) moved to this county, locating near what is known as Mt.Vernon, where he engaged in the practice of law. He was elected to the legislature, and afterwards to the office of County and Probate Judge, in both of which high positions he served faithfully and well. At the outbreak of the Civil war, he raised a company, and served as captain thoughout the entire period. Our subject was educated in the common schools of the county, the war having made it impossible to take advantage of higher institutions of learning. He began his business career as a farmer, and has never abandoned completely. His parents died when he was quite young, leaving a family of five children, of which he was the first born, and he devoted his talents and means to their comfort, remaining single and taking care of them until they were grown. In 1896, he was elected Circuit and County Clerk, and has been elected by handsome majorities since, since 1900 only the office of the Circuit Clerk, they being separated at that time. In 1873, Mr.Mallory was happily married to Miss Cornelia M. Laughinghouse, of this county, and they are the parents of 13 children, only three of whom are living, viz.:Claudia, Mary and Bert. He owns his home and a farm of about 560 acres in the St.Francis basin, a part of which he is now cultivating. ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Mr.Mallory
Mallory, Ike W.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir 1905Page 73:Ike W. Mallory is a native of St.Francis county, having been born on November 21,1860. He is the youngest son of Ned and Bettie (Chambliss) Mallory, both of whom were pioneers of this county, and his father was one of the first volunteers in the Southern army in the war between the States. His mother died when he was yet in infancy, and his father survived her only a few years, dying in 1868, and he grew up a orphan. After his father's death, he lived with his aunt, Mrs.I.D.Nash, for a year, and then with his brother and sisters, who lived happily together. After the marriage of his brother he lived with him on the farm until 1877, when his brother engaged in the livery business in this city, and he was a handy man around the barn for twelve months, and "could do anything from swilling the hogs to driving the best team in the stable." This was before the Iron Mountain railroad was built through this county, and, to use his own words: "When it came to driving a drummer to the outlying towns, why that was pepper in my gravy, because I got to eat at a hotel and sleep in a real bed, for which I stayed at home and worked in the stable I had to eat with 'Mose', and sleep in the hay loft with John Womack and a bear." His sister, Mrs.Goddard took him in for a night after his brother cut him loose. Then he went to live with Mr.George Seaborn. When the yellow fever broke out in Forrest City, and I hope it never be my misfortune to have to go through another yellow fever epidemic. Under the firm name Mallory & Vaccaro, with Mr.A.J.Vaccaro, "I have the best saloon and the best liquors in Eastern Arkansas: I have the best wife, and prettiest boy (Ned) of any man in the state." On January 20,1892 I married Miss Elma Raiford, of Byhalia, Mississippi. The son, Ned, was born April 5,1898. ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Mallory, John W.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 34:Mr.Mallory has been Recording Steward for the Methodist Church for forty-five years. His wife before she became a cripple, was an active member and remembered with great clearness and accuracy the history of her church.
Mallory, Ned
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 73:See Ike W.Mallory, youngest son of Ned and Bettie (Chambliss) Mallory.
Mallory, Ned Master
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 73:See Ike W.Mallory, his father.
Manley, Caleb See Johnson Township
Mann, Samuel H.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 93:Mr.Samuel Mann came from ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Mr.Mann
Manufacturer of Carbonated Drinks
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 39:A.Muller & Son
Marion Hotel See Mrs.Goddard
Matthews, A.E. Mrs. See Stenographers
Matthews, A.E. Mrs. See Abstractor
May, Henry E. Rev. See City of Fulwood
McClendon, Thomas W.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 87:T.W.McClendon is a son of Joel W. and Rebecca J. McClendon, and first saw the first light of day at Talledega, Alabama. His parents, pioneers of that state. His father was a surgeon of his regiment in the Civil war. The family came to Arkansas in December, 1870. While growing up our subject worked on a farm and attended the public schools. In 1887 he left the farm, and in 1890 located in Forrest City. He has held the position of Street Commisssioner since 1896. Before coming to Forrest City, he resided at Brinkley, and was married March, 1878, to Miss Fannie Webber, of Lee County, Arkansas. Mr.McClendon owns his home on Cook Street in Forrest City.,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Mr.McClendon
McCord, J.A., Elder
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 31:Elder J.A.McCord is the present pastor of the Missionary Baptist Church in this city. He was born in Christian County, Kentucky, October 1,1875, where he was reared on a farm, and thus became familiar with every phase of farm life. His education was obtained in the district school. He professed faith in Jesus Christ at the age of 16, and was baptized into the fellowship of West Mt.Zion Church, in his native county. He was from his conversion a regular attendant at Sunday school and prayer-meeting, taking an active part in both. In January 1895 his church liberated him to preach the gospel. He was married December 28,1903 to Miss Emma V.Johnson, of Crofton, Kentucky.,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
McDaniel, S. P.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 70:The constant influx of new inhabitants who seek this growing city in search of health and wealth, and the active enterprise of those already here, is constantly adding many new homes to our residence districts, and one of the successful industries of this city, as well as one of the most essential is that of plumbing. Mr.McDaniels' plumbing business house was established in 1895. His shop and office is located at No.211 South Front street. Mr.S.P.McDaniel is a native of this county, having been born at McDaniel, four miles south of Forrest City, on December 17,1861. His parents were Ambrose Dudley and Mary E. (Orsborn) McDaniel, and his grandfather was one of the first settlers in this fertile section. His father was a planter and mill man, and was noted for his charities and dispostion to console all those in trouble who sought his aid or advice. Mr.McDaniel was married in 1882 to Miss Margie P. Lewis, who died the following year. In 1885 he was again married, this time to Miss Sallie J. Evans, daughter of Hiram Evans, a wealthy planter of Franks township, now deceased. One child, Charley McDaniel, blessed their union. Mr. McDaniel came to this city to reside permanently in 1885, from McDaniel, whence he had been engaged in the general merchandise and mill business for a number of years. Since coming here he has been a member of the City Council for three years, and Chief of the Fire Department for six years. ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Mr.McDanielMr.McDaniel
McDonald, J.P., Capt.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 125:Was born in Canada in ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Mr.McDonald
McKnight, J. D.,Dr.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 59:In memory of Dr. John David McKnight who was born near Somerville, Tennessee, March 12,1842, where he resided until 1871, when he came to Arkansas, locating near Wittsburg, where he had charge of a large plantation for one year. He then removed to Forrest City and resided here three years, going hence to New Castle, where he lived until 1897, when he returned to Forrest City and resided here until his death on Jan.8,1905. He was a gallant and fearless Confederate soldier, who knew no right above his country's welfare. He enlisted in the Thirteenth Tennessee Regiment in 1862, and served throughout the war faithfully, participating in the battles of Belmont, Shiloh, Perryville, Richmond, Murphreesboro, all engagements between Sherman and Joseph E. Johnson from Murphreesboro to Jonesboro, including Mission Ridge, Above the Clouds, Franklin, Tennessee, and many others of more or less importance. He was married on March 13,1867, to Miss Victoria Williams, with whom he lived happily until her death in 1891. She was a daughter of Judge J.W.Williams of Winchester, Tennessee. To this union five children were born, three of whom were reared and lived to manhood and womanhood in this county. Dr. Clarence W. McKnight, his eldest child, died July 14,1904. His two daughters, who survive him are, Mrs.R.J.Lanier, of Caldwell, and Mrs.Robert R. Dixon of Wynne. He was married May 8,18983 to Mrs.Matte E. Horney. Only one child, Freddie, blessed this union, but he left, besides his heart-broken wife, two step-daughters, Misses Addie and Beverly Horney, who were as dear to him, and he to them, as they could have been had they been his own. Dr.McKnight was a practicing physician in this county for twenty-five years, and for eight years resided in Forrest City. He had diplomas from Vanderbilt University and the Memphis Medical College. He was twice elected to the office of Sheriff and Collector of this county, and had only just entered his second term when he passed away.-....................
Merritt, L.H. Dr. See Physicians
Merwin, T. C., Capt.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 79:Capt.Thorborn Chartres Merwin, County Clerk for this St.Francis County, is a son of A.W. and Anna L. (Chartres) Merwin, and was born in Louisville, Kentucky, on Christmas Day, 1845. His father died when he was but seven years of age, and he was educated in the public schools. He began his business career on a farm, afterwards clerking, and early becoming an expert accountant. He came to this state in 1860 from Louisville, and located at Walnut Bend, Lee county. In July, 1861, or subject enlisted with Company F, First Arkansas Cavalry, served through the entire period, and was paroled at Johnson's Island June 18,1865, with transportation and without subsistence. He came to Forrest City in November, 1893, and took the position of deputy clerk under F. Laughinghouse, which he held under succeeding Clerks, until October 1,1900, when, the offices of Circuit and County Clerks having been separated, and having been elected at the primary election a few months previous, he was appointed by Governor Jones, and entered upon his duties as County Clerk, to which official position he has since been twice elected, and now fills the place with extraordinary ability and fidelity. Captain Merwin was married December 26,1874, to Miss Laura Campbell, who died in May, 1877, and he was again married on May 28,1879, this time to Mss Emily Govan, daughter of E.P.Govan, of Lee county. Six children, Olivia, Mary, Will, Georgia, Frank, and Govan have blessed their union, all but one of whom are living. Govan having died in May 1885, at the tender age of two years. He is a Mason and a democrat of the old school, owns his lovely home in West Forrest City at the foot of Hill street, a very good halftone of whch appears herewith.-...............
Mr.Merwin
Milliners and Ladies Furnishers
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 37:Madame E.Boyle/and R.H.Winfield Co.
Monroe, M.L. See Carpenters and Builders
Moore, Creed T., Esq.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 127:Creed T. Moore, Esq., the subject of this sketch is a magistrate of Telico township, and a agent of the Missouri Pacific Railroad at Colt. He is a native of Chickasaw County, Mississippi, where he was born on August 15,1862, and is a son of Major B.B. and Ruth Stovall (Rowland) Moore. His father was of Irish descent, a native of Georgia, and a soldier in the Mexican and civil wars, having been promoted to Major in the latter. He was graduated from the best college of the state; was a scholarly man, a lawyer, editor, and politician; but gave them all up in disgust, and retired to his farm, spending his remaining days in teaching, and writing for various newspapers and magazines. He lived to the age of 89. The mother of our subject was of Irish descent and a native of Virginia. Mr. Moore was educated in the common schools, beside having the advantage of 20 years constant scholarly association, and began life as a farmer, in which he is still engaged. He left home at the age of 23 years, and came to Arkansas, locating in this county in 1886. He worked in timber for a year or so, when he married and resumed farming. In 1888 he was elected magistrate of Telico Township. In 1890 he was appointed postmaster and railroad agent at Colt; again elected magistrate in 1893 and 1902, and in 1905 was appointed to that office by the Governor to succeed H.C.Phillips. In 1887 he was married to Miss Mattie Srum of Colt, the daughter of Jonas Srum, and granddaughter of Mitchell Taylor. Eight children, viz: Ira B., Seabie Eron, Ruth E., Howard Gordon, Harold Garland, James Vernon, Orma Leone, and Jeff Davis, four of whom died in infancy. He owns his home and forty acres of good land.,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Moore, Joe See Telico Township
Moose, T.V.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 99:Mr.T.V.Moose, Photographer, was born and reared at Taylorsville, N.Carolina, where he received his early education and business training. He came to Forrest City on June 1,1904, and being so well pleased decided to stay and purchased a building next to the Presbyterian church. He is the official photographer of the Times Art Souvenir Supplement. He is a bachelor who says his greatest event of his life was, "several times trying to marry."......................
Mosly, J.S. See Johnson Township
Muller, Chris See Volunteer Fire Department
Muller, Christian P.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 87:Mr.Christian P. Muller, junior member of the firm which operates the A.Muller & Son Bottling Company, has permanently resided here in Forrest City. Mr.Chris Muller is a native of Missouri, and is twenty two years of age, and has been engaged in this line of business for eight years.
Mr.Muller
Myers, Robert A. See Volunteer Fire Department
Nall, T. C., Professor
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 53:The subject of this sketch is a..................
Mr.Nall
Naylor, John W.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 55:John W. Naylor, the subject of this sketch, was reared at Fayetteville, Tennessee, and is the son of John W. and Martha (Powell) Naylor. He began his business career as a clerk in his father's store, afterwards, with his brothers, succeeding to the business. Mr.Naylor was married on February 21,1900 to Miss Willie Howerson McDaniel, eldest daughter of Capt. W.H. and Mollie (Fondren) McDaniel, since which time he has constantly prospered in his various business undertakings. He has two farms, aggregating 1,109 acres, in the cultivation of which is used the most modern labor saving implements of various kinds, being under the watchful care of Mr.W.A.Johnson, overseer for over three years. Gravestone IMAGE1070,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Nelson, Norborne Bland
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 105:Mr.N.B.Nelson is the senior member of the firm N.B.Nelson & Co., dealers in Fine Wines, Liquors, Cigars and Tobaccos, who do a large retail business on North Washington Street. The senior proprietor is a native of Stanton, Haywood County, Tennessee, where he was born on December 10,1860. He is a son of W.L. and Mary E. (Bland) Nelson. His father was a railroad man nearly all his life, and was for years a passenger conductor on the Louisville & Nashville railroad, and "pulled" the first passenger train from Memphis to Stanton, over that road. N.B.Nelson was educated in Nashville, Tennessee, and began his career as a farmer, a noble calling which he has never entirely abandoned. He came to Forrest City in 1889, Mr.Nelson, besides his saloon business, is a stockholder in The J.W.Beck Co., The Bank of Forrest City, The Planters Gin & Mfg. Co., and the Choctaw Brick & Tile Co. of this city, and the Southern Trust Co. of Little Rock. In 1882 he was happily married to Miss Mollie Rives of Mason, Tennessee, and to this union four children were born, only one of whom, Mamie, surviving her mother. In 1889 he was married to Mrs.Mattie Williams, of this city, and to them six children have been born, three of whom died in infancy. Those living are Susie W., Annie Claude, and Kathleen Rhodes Nelson, and a step-daughter, Corrine Williams, now Mrs.Hequembourg, of Missouri. .,..............
Nichols, John M.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 115:Jno.M.Nichols was born July 11,1857, at Raleigh, N.Carolina and is a son of Julius and Mary H.( Ferrell) Nichols. The elder Nichols was a merchant in Raleigh, until shortly after the war, when he moved to near Des Arc, in this state, and engaged in pioneer farming. At the age of 15 years the subject of this sketch began clerking in the general merchandise store of Eddins & Bros., of Byhalia, Mississippi, holding said position for seven years until the fall of 1879, at which time he formed a partnership with George H. Benson under the firm name Benson & Nichols, at Byhalia, and for a long time did a thriving business, but finally got on the wrong side of an erratic cotton market and was compelled to make an assignment. In 1887 Mr. Nichols located in Forrest City and secured employment as salesman and bookkeeper for T.A.Hatcher, where he remained until the dissolution of the firm of Wynne, Dennis & Beck in 1889, when the firm of J.W.Beck & Co. was organized and he took a partnership in the new concern. After several changes, he and Messr. Beck bought out Mr.Wynne, and Mr.Nichols took the position as buyer and outside man for the firm, and Mr.Beck looked after the office affairs and their cotton interests. In addition, Mr.Nichols has been seven years manager of Waters-Pierce Oil Co. for Forrest City and contiguous territory. On April 11,1882, he was married to Miss Lena Pierce of Trenton, Tennessee, but she lived only one year after their union. On January 15,1891, he was married to Miss Addie Bard of Forrest City, a daughter of the lamented and beloved J. H. Bard, at one time agent of the Little Rock & Memphis railroad, and for a long term of years the capable manager of the Western Union Telegraph Co. at this place. Of the latter union two children have been born-Bard and Helen- and these are the prime factors in making one of the happiest homes in the country. Mr.Nichols owns a town residence, and in additon to an interest in some of the most valuable farming lands in conjunction with Mr.Joel Wynne of Memphis........................
Nichols, Mrs.J.M. See Stenographers
Nimocks, Miss Eunice See Stenographers
Nimocks, Mr.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 46:Mr.Nimocks, the president ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Norton, Nathan W., Judge
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 93:Judge Nathan W.Norton is one of the most prominent lawyers in Eastern Arkansas. He enjoys an extensive and a very large and lucrative practice. The subject of this sketch was born October 15,1850, near Lick Springs, Kentucky, and is a son of William and Rebecca (Kennedy) Norton, who came from Virginia to Kentucky at an early day. Nathan W.Norton was educated in the schools of Oxford, Ohio, and he has added a wealth of information by close reading and study. He came to Cross County, Arkansas, in 1869, and began his business career by teaching school, afterward holding a position of Deputy Clerk of Cross County, and following with book-keeping. He resided in Cross County from the time he was eighteen years of age until 1885, representing that County in the legislature that year, and soon after came to Forrest City, where he has since resided. Judge Nathan W.Norton was married to Miss Carrie V. Roleson, of Cross County, on November 13,1879, and four children, all now living have blessed their union. Judge Norton is interested in the Bank of Eastern Arkansas, of which he is Vice-President..............
Judge Norton
O'Brien, Tom See Volunteer Fire Department
Opera House
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 114:Forrest City has a pretty and well-lighted Opera House which has a stage 44x25 feet, with three dressing rooms 8x12 feet. The stage has a procenium of 25 feet, and is fitted with scenery representing a street scene, a parlor scene, a kitchen scene, and a forest scene. The drop is a handsome scene in Italy, painted by Sussman & Landers, and cost $500. The house was erected in 1892 by Becker & Lewis, the present owners for $10,000. It has a seating capacity of 600, is supplied with comfortable chairs, electric lights, gallery, and answers the purposes for which it was intended.
Papering and Painting Contractors
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 38:Charles Vogel/Ernest Hammond/Dooley & Horney/Bob Littell/Bill T. Hall
Parrott, John M.-The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 122:Johnson Township is situated in the center of the northern half of the county and contains part of the Crowley's Ridge and some of the St.Francis bottom. It's area is approximately 25,000 acres, or a little more than thirty-eight whole sections. Congress during the early years of Jackson's first administration, provided for the opening of military roads to what was then our Western Territory. The trail from the Chickasaw Bluffs, on the Mississippi river to Arkansas Post, crossed the St.Francis river at a point near the present line between Cross and St.Francis Counties, and continued its course westward on a line nearly parallel with the county line to a point on top of Crowley Ridge. The red man had been charmed by this land before the white man arrived and found a large thriving community of the Cherokee Indians, located at what is now the Jones' farm, on a beautiful clear water, afterward called Village creek from this fact. Plenty of land here was designated for Bounty Land by the U.S.Government surveyors for the soldiers of the war of 1812, and the Indian Wars. It remained status quo until the state was admitted to the Union. The first white settlement is unknown, but some of the first three families related, named Filingrin, Tyer, and Strong appear to be first to locate. Samuel Filigren settled Old Wittsburg about 1798, and shortly after moved down into what is known as Johnson Township. John Johnson, for whom the township was named, came about 1812: the Mays shortly thereafter. The remains of Carnes Alexander along with wife, Mary Alexander, are buried with John Johnson in Loughridge Cemetery, hers being dated 1826, is probably the oldest in the county. The county seat remained in Johnson Township from 1827 to 1840. Wm.Strong and Caleb S.Manley both residents of the township were members from the county to the Constitutional Convention of 1836, and Strong was for three terms Sheriff of the county. John Johnson was for two terms County Judge. J.M.Parrott, clerk from 1842 to 1856; and J.M.Halbert, sheriff from 1840 to 1848, were residents of Johnson Township. In 1838, W.S.Mosly, a resident, went to the legislature. In 1840 W.S.Mosly and Wm.Strong went. In 1842, Dr.C.L.Sullivan, a whig, then a young man and a resident of the township, was sent as one of the members of the legislature. In 1841 W.S.Mosly was appointed prosecuting attorney for the judicial court, and shortly after followed his tragic death due to assassination on one Sunday morning, on the old Helena and Batesville road about a half mile south of the farm known as the Yarbrough Place.
Paslay & Johnson
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 38:Sell lumber, paints, oils, hay, grain, coal, brick and a variety of other merchandise.
Paslay, H.W. See Volunteer Fire Department
Paslay, W. H., Elder
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 31:Elder W.H.Paslay, the subject ..................
Rev.Paslay
Goodspeed 1884-Website:http://www.arkansasfamilies.net/afammonroepas.htmRev.Paslay
Pearson, Geo.W.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 112:One of the oldest and most highly......................
Mr.Pearson
Pettus, F.G. See Insurance and Real Estate
Pettus, Geo. B.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 100:The Forrest City Business League, Vice President. Also President of the Choctaw Brick and Tile Co.
Physicians
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 39:Eight:Dr.J.O.Rush/Dr.L.H.Merritt/Dr.W.H.Alley/Dr.D.O.Bridgeforth/Dr.J.H.StoneDr.T.C.Strong/Dr.F.C.Smith/Dr.J.T.Longest
Plumbing
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 37:Two stores:S.P.McDaniel/Blum & Gilliland
Potts, L.H. See Auctioneers
Prewett, J.M. See Legal Profession
Prewett, T.E. See Auctioneers
Prewitt, Emma Miss See The Southwestern Telegraph & Telephone Company
Prude, Mrs. T.V. See The Southwestern Telegraph & Telephone Company
Rainbolt, W.W.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 66:Picture of monument dedicated June 20,1905, at the City Cemetery for W.W.Rainbolt, Sovereign of the Woodmen of the World, who was a former city marshall killed on the city streets by a desperate outlaw in 1904. General George P.Taylor was the first Consul Commander and Mr.B.R.Shade was the Secretary, both of whom have long since passed to the Supreme Camp above in the City cemetery.
Rawlison Post Office
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 129:Rawlison is a postoffice two miles north of above the Cut Off. Mr.Sam Ashworth is the postmaster, and the office is located in the store of Ashworth Brothers. Mrs.Ashworth, nee Florence Davenport, of Forrest City, takes a very great and proper pride in their home.
Real Estate, Timber and Farm Property
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 38:M.N.Gaines
Reedy, J.J.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 103:The Forrest City Spoke Factory is an enterprise which every hustling citizen should be proud, and to which he should offer encouragement. This factory established in 1899 by J.J.Reedy and R.A.Taylor and has changed hands several times. In May 1903 it was incorporated
Remley, Estelle Master See The Southwestern Telegraph & Telephone Company
Remley, M.P. See Legal Profession
Restaurant
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 37:One restaurant, Mrs.M.E.Kirby
Reynolds, James C. Dr. See City of Caldwell
Roberts, H. E. See The Southwestern Telegraph & Telephone Company
Roleson, Edward See Consumers' Cotton Oil Co.
Rolfe, S.A. See City of Caldwell
Rollwage, Otto B., Hon.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 94:Hon.Otto B.Rollwage is a lawyer by profession, and is a native of Cincinnatti, Ohio, where he was born On Sept.23,1853. He is a son of F. and Mena (Kuker) Rollwage, who emigrated from Germany in 1838. His father was a tailor by trade, who continued at his chosen calling until sixty-five years of age, when he retired. Our subject was reared in Cincinnatti and educated in the common schools of that city. In 1874, at the age of twenty years, he came to Forrest City and was engaged as a salesman for the firm of Sparks & Rollwage, said firm being composed of William Sparks, and L.Rollwage, brother of our subject. They then formed L.Rollwage & Co. and operated until December 31,1902, Otto Rollwage retired from the firm and soon thereafter, admitted to the bar, and since has been practicing law with marked success. In 1877 he was happily married to Miss Jennie E. Anderson, of Monroe County, who was born and reared in Arkansas, and is a highly educated and refined lady whose friends are legion. Ten children have blessed this match, namely, Talbert, Norma, Otto, Tolise, DeVeiling, Madeline, Ardale, Herman, Virginia and Ralph, all of whom, their first born, Talbert, who died when four years of age, are now living in this city. He was a member of the board of aldermen for three years, and Mayor for two terms, having been nominated for the latter the first time while away from home and without his knowledge. He was chosen President of the Arkansas State Merchant's Association in 1900 at it's organization in Little Rock.,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Mr.Rollwagehr> Rowland, G. M. Mrs. See City of Caldwell
Roy, John Louis See Telico Township
Rush, James Oddy,Dr.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 19:Perhaps the most handsome views in the county is "Rushmore", which represents the typical Southern Plantation, owned by Dr.J.O.Rush, of Forrest City, and comprises 300 acres situated one and a half miles due west of said city in the very heart of prolific agricultural section. The improvements include an overseer's residence, two-story servants' quarters and ten tenant houses, several of which are large double houses built of huge cypress and poplar logs hewn down to 5 and 6 inches, and showing almost a solid face, the lengths varying from 14 to 24 feet. Rushmore is situated in the center of a proposed improvement district for the purpose of drainage, and is on the line of a canal to be constructed from Forrest City to Spy Buck creek, which empties into the L'Anguille river. These public ditches are the backed by Dr.Rush and Capt.James Fussell.[From History of St.Francis Co., 1954-Times Herald Publishing Co.] Born near Mayview, Mo., Dr.Rush was the son of the late Joel G. and Annie (Brigg) Rush. He moved to this county in April 1896, and began practicing at Colt, moving to Forrest City in 1900, where he had an office in the Dyer building on Front Street. It was in 1907 that he built his home, which included his office at 300 North Front St.. He has lived there ever since. Dr.Rush married Miss Cora M. Peak, daughter of James and Belle (Langdon) Peak of Lexington, Mo. , on April 24,1901. Their children include Frances Marian, who is Mrs.E.T.Slaughter of Dallas, Tx.; Anne Virginia, Mrs.David Gates of near Forrest City; and Stella Mae, who is Mrs.W.B.Rich, Jr. of Forrest City. Dr.Rush has over 3,700 Indian relics in his home museum, which are catalogued and form one of the largest collections in the state. These are now in the St.Francis Co.Museum in the same home! He bought the first Ford second-hand in the county, and had the first Ford dealership here. By 1952, he had 600 acres of land when he transferred his farms to his children. A sketch of Dr.Rush would not be complete without something else, however-his deep, hearty laughter, which has sounded up and down Forrest City streets for more than half a century....................
Sage, Nora Miss See City of Fulwood
Saloons
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 38:Four saloons:T.C.Folbre, Jr. & Co. doing business as the Magnolia Bar at No.111 North Washington St./Mallory & Vaccaro/E.K.Fogg & Co./N.B.Nelson & Co.
Sanders, B.F. See City of Fulwood
Sanders, Charles
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905:The Bank of Eastern Arkansas was established and opened for business in 1886, Mr. Charles H. Sanders of Lebanon, Tennessee, who was largely responsible for its organization, was elected cashier, a position he held until 1905. The bank flourished from the beginning under their able and careful management.
Sanders, J. B. See Magistrates of Madison Township
Sanders, James T. Ph.G.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 75:The Enterprise Drug Store. Forrest City is proud to point its finger of guidance to the Enterprise Drug Store, and attest that it is just what it's name implies. Mr.J.T.Sanders, the proprietor, was born on October 13,1873, in Prairie County, Arkansas. He is the youngest son of Joe Boon and Lucy Clay (Gwyn) Sanders, who came to Arkansas in 1870 from Mississippi, the former being a native of North Carolina, born in 1834, and his mother in Virginia, in 1844. Our subject worked on a farm and attended school in Prairie county until 1891, when he came with the family to Forrest City. He was educated in the common schools and the St.Louis College of Pharmacy, and began his business career by sweeping out, washing bottles, &c., in the store which he now owns. He rose gradually in importance, paid his own way through college, receiving no financial aid from friends and relatives, and in 1899 purchased a one half interest in the business of his employer, and two years later bought him out completely. He was married on May 11,1904 to Miss Lizzie Rose Moores, of Russellville, Arkansas, and one child, Rebecca, now aged eight months, has blessed their union..................
Mr.Sanders
Scott, James L.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 98:Mr.James L.Scott is a director ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Scott, Peyton T.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 98:Mr.Peyton T.Scott is a ...................
Scott, Rufus See Volunteer Fire Department
Shade, B.R. See Rainbolt, W.W.
Shields, J.S.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 89:Mr.J.S.Shields, the managing proprietor of J.S.Shields & Co. Pharmacy located at 202, corner of Washington and Front Street, is a registered pharmacist of sixteen years experience. He was born in Natchez, Mississippi, and came to this city five years ago.
Short, E. A.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 59:E.A.Short, Born June 14,1860 at ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Smith, F.C. Dr. See Physicians
Smith, R. G. See Volunteer Fire Department
Staats, Nellie Miss See The Southwestern Telegraph & Telephone Company
Stenographers
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 39:Mrs.J.M.Nichols/Mrs.Alice E.Matthews/Mr.P.A.Gorman/Mr.Lindsay Bridgeforth/Miss Eunice Nimocks/Miss Maggie Terry
Stevens, A.L.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 46:Mr.A.L.Stevens, the secretary and treasurer of the Nimocks-Stevens Co.,is so well and favorably known, that is hardly necessary to mention its points. A.L., as Mr.Stevens is favorably known to his friends, has long been identified with Undertaking and the selling of Undertaking Supplies, but takes kindly to the grocery business..
Stevens, Otis
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 47:Mr.Otis Stevens, the vice president of Nimocks-Stevens Co., is the son of A.L.Stevens, and is a candidate for public favor, and we have no doubt will prove himself to be a worthy successor to his father and has charge of the warehouse and shipping department.
Stone Cutter
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 38:W.A.Pace is the only stone cutter and dealer in monuments.
Stone, J. H. Dr. See Physicians
Stone, J.E. See Magistrates of Madison Township
Stone, J.E.,Dr.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 115:Dr.J.E.Stone, practicing physician ..................
Mr.Stone
Stone, William
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 128:One of the most successful and leading citizens of Colt, is,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Strong, T.C. Dr. See Physicians
Strong, Wm. See Johnson Township
Sullivan, Dr.C.L. See Johnson Township
Swan, R.K. See Hotels
Swan, S.B. See City of Fulwood
Sweet Brothers See City of Widener
Tally, W.E.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905:The Bank of Forrest City was organized by Mr.W.E.Tally, of the Frederickstown Trust Co., in the winter of 1902, and was incorporated.
Taylor, George Presley, General-The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 66:Picture of monument dedicated June 20,1905, at the City Cemetery for W.W.Rainbolt, Sovereign of the Woodmen of the World, who was a former city marshall killed on the city streets by a desperate outlaw in 1904. General George P.Taylor was the first Consul Commander and Mr.B.R.Shade was the Secretary, both of whom have long since passed to the Supreme Camp above in the City cemetery. George P. Goodspeed's Biography 1884.George P. Taylor enjoys the friendship of, perhaps, a larger number of personal acquaintances than any man in Eastern Arkansas. Of magnificent physical proportions, standing over six feet high and weighing above 195 pounds, he attracts attention in any gathering. He was born in Cooper County, Mo., October 13, 1850, and traces his ancestry back four generations to John Taylor, of Scotch and Irish descant, who was the founder of that branch of the family on this side of the continent. He came to America before the great 'Stamp Act' and 'Boston Tea Party' occurred, and settled among the colonists of South Carolina. He was loyal to the country of his adoption when the great conflict began which announced the birth of the greatest nation on the face of the globe, and gave one of his sons to the cause of freedom. Early in the history of Kentucky John Taylor emigrated to this new territory, and here was born and reared his son, upon whom was conferred the family name of John. He grew to manhood in a locality even then thinly settled, but being lured by the tales of the new region across the Mississippi, followed the train of emigrants westward, and among the prominent names in the early history of Cooper County, Mo., appears that of John Taylor. He was there married to Miss Cochrell. After remaining in that county until the breaking out of the war he moved to St. Louis. George P. Taylor spent his early life in his native State, and attended school at Boonville, conducted by the renowned Dr. Kemper. He was fourteen years of age when his father removed to St. Louis, and in 1867 removed to Arkansas, settling in Lee County, on a plantation, where he remained until 1873. Then he came to Forrest City and died here in 1879 of yellow fever, his wife preceding him about one year. George P. Taylor located as a citizen of St. Francis County in 1870, where he was engaged in farming, being married in February, 1873, to Miss Alice Koonce, a native of this county. She is the mother of six children: Edgar P., Walter R., Alva J., Alice N., Nannie and George P., Jr. In 1874, after the reconstruction act, Mr. Taylor was elected representative from St. Francis County, though at that time only twenty-four years of age; he was re-elected in 1878, and in 1880 was appointed county collector. In 1880 he entered into the real-estate business at Forrest City. In 1885 the 'Forrest City Manufacturing Company' was formed, with Mr. Taylor as president, but a $5,000 fire shortly after caused the dissolution of the company. In 1884-85 he formed a partnership with Hatcher & Mann in the mercantile business, this remaining for two years. December, 1886, he was associated with James M. Stewart, as real-estate agents and brokers, then the only firm of the kind in the county. He is one of the organizers and is secretary of the Forrest City Hotel Company, a corporation with a capital stock of $24,000, and is also a stockholder and director of the Bank of Eastern Arkansas, located at Forrest City, which has a capital stock of $50,000. Both enterprises yield good returns, and their stock is quoted above par. Mr. Taylor also owns several large plantations in this county, and is conceded to be one of its most prominent citizens, especially having the esteem and confidence of the Democracy of this locality, as is shown by the fact that for eight consecutive years he has been chairman of the County Central Committee, and was a delegate to the National Democratic Convention of 1888. He was also a delegate to the National Farmers' Congress, held at Montgomery, Ala., in November, 1889. Mr. Taylor is a member of the Masonic order, in which he holds the office of Master, also belonging to the order of Knights of Pythias. Besides these he is a member of the I. O. O. F., and of the Knights and Ladies of Honor. Mrs. Taylor is a member of the Baptist Church. Their home in Forrest City is one of the finest here, elegantly furnished, and contains one of the largest and best-selected libraries in the county, embrac
Taylor, J. M. See City of Caldwell
Taylor, Mitchel See Telico Township
Taylor, R.A.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 103 :The Forrest City Spoke Factory is an enterprise which every hustling citizen should be proud, and to which he should offer encouragement. This factory established in 1899 by J.J.Reedy and R.A.Taylor and has changed hands several times.
Taylor, Si. See Telico Township
Telico Township
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 126:Telico Township is situated in t,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Terry, John B.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 99 & 101:Mr.Terry before being county clerk was ..................Mr.Terry
Terry, Miss Maggie See Stenographers
The City Electric Company
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905:Owners, Mr.Eugene Williams and Mr.J.M. Covey of The Forrest City Electric Company, originally established in 1899 under the corporate name The St.Francis Electric Lighting Company, by a number of gentlemen of this city. Mr.Williams purchased the plant, franchises, &c., from Capt.Geo.M.Head, now of Marianna. He later sold an interest to Mr.W.M.Partridge, and on July 1,1905 Mr.Partridge disposed of that interest to Mr.J.M.Covey, a practical electrician of Fordyce, who is now operating the plant in an expert manner, and to the satisfaction of their patrons. The plant is situated on the Choctaw tracks, just west of the crossing of the Missouri Pacific, and is equipped with the latest and most improved machinery. Recently installed a 300 H.P. Southern Corliss Engine, an 150 K.W.Bullock 3-phase rotary field Alternator, and will add further machinery as required.
The Forrest City Bottling Works
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 87:The Forrest City Bottling Works was established in 1898 by Powell & Moody, of Wynne, who sold the same two months later to Mr.W.T.Sanders. He changed the name to the Sanders Bottling Works, and after five years sold it on March 4,1903 to Messrs. A.Muller & Son, of Desoto, Missouri.
The Forrest City Spoke Factory
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 103The Forrest City Spoke Factory is an enterprise which every hustling citizen should be proud, and to which he should offer encouragement. This factory established in 1899 by J.J.Reedy and R.A.Taylor and has changed hands several times. In May 1903 it was incorporated
The Forrest City Times Newspaper
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 106:The Forrest City Times, of which this Art Souvenir is a supplement, is a large, six-column, 12 page paper. The Times established in 1871, since which time it had frequently changed hands until 1886, when it became the property of the present owners, who purchased it complete from Thomas J. Hicks. Landvoigt & Vadakin are both practical printers of many years experience. They charge $1.50 per annum for a subscription.
The Southwestern Telegraph & Telephone Company
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 110:The local exchange was acquired in 1903, established in this city in 1895 by Capt.Geo.M.Head. Mr.H.C.Gilchrist is the local manager, and the business in very satisfactory. They now have over 212 phones, including service to Madison and Palestine. Mrs.T.V.Prude is cashier of the Exchange. The daily operators are: Misses Ula Zuber, Lucile Crews, Mary Eppes, and Georgie Eppes, while Misses Emma Prewitt and Nellie Staats comprise the night force. Mr.H.E.Roberts, the expert lineman keeps things going smoothly in his department, and Master Estelle Remley, the energetic messinger, has increased the value of the service by his promptness.
The St.Francis County News
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 107:The St.Francis County News was established in 1902 at Madison, by Mr.Charles R.Izard, a native of St.Francis county, and a former employee of The Forrest City Times., in which shop he "learned the business". In 1904, Dr.N.P.Beauchamp took an interest in the paper, and moved it to Forrest City above the E.Turley & Co. in the Hancock building. The subsciption price is $1.00 per year.
Tipton, John H.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 100:The Forrest City Business League, President. Also Vice President of the Choctaw Tile & Brick Co.
Trapp, S. B. Jr.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 49:Mr.S.B.Trapp, Jr., subject of this sketch, is a son of,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
S.B.Trapp, Jr.
Trice, Richard B.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 62:Mr.Richard B. Trice, Manager ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Mr.Trice.
Turley, C.E.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 98:Mr.C.E. (Bunn) Turley came,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Turley, Ellis
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 57:Mr. Ellis Turley, the senior member of .................... Mr.Turley.
Turley, Linn, Lieut.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 58:Lieut.Linn Turley is a nephew of the senior member of the firm of E.Turley & Co., and was born in Marshall county, Mississippi, July 8,1873. His parents were Newton Paston and Artillia Turley, and he received his education primarily in the University of Arkansas, at Fayetteville. He begins his business career on the farm and came to this city on Sep.1,1889, from Byhalia, Mississippi, to accept a position with J.W.Beck & Co.. He remained with this firm for eight years, until he went to the Spanish American War. He was a First Lieutenant of Company H, which went from this city, and he was in camp ten months, being mustered in on February 28,1898. He returned to Forrest City and accepted a position with Mr.Robert L. Pettus with whom he remained until Sept.1,1904, when he became a member of E.Turley & Co. Lieut. Turley was married on Dec.26,1900, to Miss Maxine V. Webb of this city. He also owns interest in 560 acres of farming land in this county, and is doing well. The firm of E. Turley & Co. is one of seven large furnishing houses in Forrest City.Turley & Co.,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,.Turley & Co.
Vaccaro, Andy J.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 101:Andy J. Vaccaro, of the firm ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Vadakin, Edwin L., Publisher
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 107:E.L.Vadakin, a native of Sullivan, Moultrie County, Illinois, is the junior member of The Forrest City Times firm, and managing editor. He is 41 years of age, and has been engaged in the printing business almost continuously since June 13,1879, at which time he entered the office of the Stewardson (Illinois) Enterprise as printer's devil. He came to Arkansas On October 11,1881, and to Forrest City in 1886. He was married in 1886 to Miss Lillie D. Landvoigt, daughter of the senior member of the firm, Col. Edwin Landvoigt, and to them four children were born, one of whom, Edwin Landvoigt Vadakin,. died in 1891. Mr. Vadakin was again married in 1903 to Miss Grace J.Darling, of Michigan, and one child, a baby boy blesses this union.
E. L. Vadakin-Submitted by, Lisa HamiltonThanks, Lisa!Goodspeed 1884-E. L. Vadakin, the popular editor of ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, Mr.Vadakin.
Veterinarian
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 38:Dr.C.S.Aldrich
Vogel, Charles See Paperering and Painting
Volunteer Fire Department
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 40:Chief S.P.McDaniel/Asst.Chief Robert A.Myers/Sect. A.L.Grady/H.W.Paslay/J.S.Shields/Geo.Kaiser/James Sanders/Willie Merwin/H.F.P.Gorman/E.T.Altman/Adolph Chilner/Tom O'Brien/R.G.Smith/Rufus Scott/Hubert Folbre/James Gilliam/Chris Muller/James Sanders/
Waterman, John See Carpenters and Builders
West, J.T. Dr.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 86:Dr.J.T.West purchased the ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Wholesale Grocer and Feed Dealers
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 38:The Nimocks-Stevens Co with large warehouses, are the wholesale dealers in groceries, feed, and Mill stuffs.
Williams, Eugene
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 100 & 102:The Forrest City Business League, Secry.& Treasurer. Also................ Mr.Williams, son of Sheriff W.E.Williams
Williams, Joe See Telico Township
Williams, R.J. Senator See Legal Profession
Williams, W. E., Sheriff
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 59:Hon.W.E.Williams, High Sheriff of ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Sheriff Williams
Wilson, James M., Prof.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 129:The subject of this sketch was born at ..................
Winfield, John See Carpenters and Builders
Wolfe, James
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 83:Mr.James Wolfe is the superintendent of the Forrest City Gin Co. He is a native of this city, having been born at the family homestead on Crowley Ridge in the eastern suburbs, on May 14,1881. He has been educated in the public schools of Forrest City, and began his career with the company with which he is now engaged. He is a son of J.F. and Fannie (Miller) Wolfe.
Wylds, Daniel
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 74:The subject of this sketch is one of St.Francis county's most valued citizens, and ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Dan Wylds
Wynne, Jesse W., Capt.
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 49:The Bank of Eastern Arkansas was established and opened for.................
Mr.Wynne and Wifehe Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 49:The Bank of Eastern Arkansas was established and opened for business in 1886, with a capital stock of $30,000, and has proven a most profitable and successful enterprise. When this bank opened its doors for business there was no banking house nearer than Memphis or Helena, which cities are equidistant from this point. Capt.J.W.Wynne, then the senior member of the large mecantile firm of Wynne, Dennis & Beck, of this city, and now the senior member of the firm of Wynne, Love & Co. of Memphis, Tennessee, was elected its first President, a position which he held until he removed to Memphis. Capt.Wynne, son of Robert E. and Sarah Watkins Wynne, was born near Holly Springs, Mississippi, July 1,1839. With his parents he moved to Texas when quite young, and began his business career as a clerk in the store of James Flanagin, who was afterwards governor and United States senator from the state of Texas. Young Wynne was in charge of a branch store for Mr.Flanigan when the Civil War began. In May 1861, he enlisted in Company B, Third Texas Cavalry, with which as a private he fought in the battle of Wilson's Creek, Missouri, and several other skirmishes. Promoted to first lieutenant in January 1862, he participated in the battles and skirmishes around Elkhorn, Missouri, under General Price and then being promoted to Captain in June, 1862, he commanded his company on the battlefields of Farmington, Iuka, and Corinth, Mississippi, as well as Resaca, Kennesaw Mountain and Atlanta, Georgia, and many other engagements, including those of Ross' brigade during Hood's campaign in Tennessee. He was wounded in the head at Wilson's Creek, Missouri, and in the arm at Resaca, Georgia, and at Jonesboro was captured but he and Adjutant Gregg, of the Third Texas, succeeded in taking their captors and turning them over to the Confederate guards. Just after the war, Captain Wynne settled for one year in Crittendon county, Arkansas, from where he moved to Madison, Arkansas in 1867, and formed a partnership with Mr.Frank A. Cherry, under the firm name of Cherry & Wynne; in 1868 the firm moved to Forrest City, where Mr.T.A. Hatcher was admitted under the firm name Cherry, Wynne & Hatcher..................
Wynne, Joel
Son of Capt.Jesse Wynne
Mr.Joel Wynne.
Wynne, Joel
Son of Capt.Jesse Wynne Burial Site:http://www.rootsweb.com/~msmarsha/cemeteries/hillcrest.htmlFindAGrave
Yoffie, Max
The Forrest City Times' Art Souvenir-1905-Page 37 and 90:Max Yoffie and Gus Levy operate the only exclusive Dry Goods and Ladies and Gents' Furnishing Goods dealer in the city. Max Yoffee was born April 7,1872 at Amsterdam, Holland, his parents being Nathan and Rebecca (Burrik) Yoffee. His father was born in Holland, and his mother was a native of Lapland. When he was a youth, his parents moved to Russia, where he was educated. In 1889, due to a proclamation of the czar that all foreigners must be naturalized or leave the country within 24 hours, under pain of banishment to Siberia, his employer, Baron Rothschild closed his works, and paid for passage on 2,000 passengers to go to New York, among the number was Max Yoffe. From New York he came to Memphis, and in 1893 located in Forrest City, where he engaged in merchandising. In 1896 he was married to Miss Lizzie Apt, a native of Poland. To them four children, a son and three daughters, have been born. Their names are Samuel, Rebecca, Bessie, and Rosalie. He owns a dwelling near the oil mill. He is currently a member of the City Council, having received the highest number of votes polled for any candidate.
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