July 30, 1887

Farrar Claudius Newberry was born in Gurdon (Clark County). Historian, businessman, philanthropist, and writer, Newberry authored several books and dozens of articles on Arkansas history topics. Newberry was nationally known for his association with the Woodmen of the World (WOW) and was also responsible for many markers placed at historical sites throughout Clark County.

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