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Heroes and Outlaws of Arkansas
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Follows the history of outlaws and lawmen who became legendary in Arkansas. Tells of historical figures, both known and unknown, who rode the outlaw and lawmen's trail.
Recent Posts
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Anniversary of the Butterfield Overland Mail RouteThis picture was taken at Fitzgerald's Station during the celebration a few years ago when the route was officially signed. Upper right is the sign used to mark the trail that can be driven from St. L...
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Jacob Yoes, U.S. MarshalRecently, residents of Fort Smith, Arkansas learned that city had been chosen as the site of the new U.S. Marshal Museum. There's been a lot written about U.S. Marshals, most of it fictionalized, some of it downright lies, the...
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Fayetteville, Arkansas, the Wild, Wild WestSome of you may have doubts about the "westernness" of Arkansas. Here are a few things to consider.Fayetteville, Arkansas was settled following the removal of the Cherokee and Osage west to the Indian Territ...
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Because of its location on the Mason/Dixon Line and bordering the wilds of Indian Territory, Arkansas has had its share of famous outlaws. And as a result, there were also plenty of lawmen to chase after them. Outlaws soon learned to flee into Indian...
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Nathaniel Reed, alias Texas Jack, appears to have ridden off, as is often his way. Sometimes he remains hidden for a year, but this time it will only be a few days until I can climb back on the horse, so to speak. Meanwhile here's a link for you to c...

