Jackson Parish (Images of America), by Katherine Smith Rowell

Jackson Parish (Images of America), by Katherine Smith Rowell

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Jackson Parish (Images of America), by Katherine Smith Rowell

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Jackson Parish was formed in 1845, and settlers traversed treacherous territories, thick brush, and waterways to take advantage of cheap government land. The pioneersmostly farmerstransformed a vastly forested area into several thriving communities. The Tremont Lumber Company founded the mill towns of Eros and Chatham in the early 20th century. Simultaneously, the Arkansas Southern Railroads arrival brought settlements to Quitman and Ansley. In 1903, Jonesboro was officially declared a town after it reached 1,000 residents; eight years later, it claimed the parish seat from Vernon, which had held that title since 1846. A new courthouse was built in Jonesboro the following year. Weston, Stovall, Walker, and Midway provided churches and schools for a growing population. Hodge staked claim in the paper and packaging industries by the 1920s, and the 1940 song You Are My Sunshine by Jimmie Davis, a Beech Springs native and Louisianas Singing Governor, forever changed the way Jackson Parish would be remembered. These memories, and more, are chronicled in Images of America: Jackson Parish.

Jackson Parish (Images of America), by Katherine Smith Rowell

• Amazon Sales Rank: #2056303 in Books
• Brand: Arcadia Publishing
• Published on: 2015-09-14
• Released on: 2015-09-14
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 9.25" h x .31" w x 6.50" l, .68 pounds
• Binding: Paperback
• 128 pages

Jackson Parish (Images of America), by Katherine Smith Rowell

About the Author Katherine Smith Rowell lived in Jackson Parish for over 20 years. Rowell's interest in genealogy, particularly in that of her ancestors, and in parish history motivated this pictorial account. The author utilizes current and past residents' photographs to keep the history of the "Sunshine Parish" alive.

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Great Pictures and Wonderful History By Benjamin B. Dison This book will be cherished by many generations to come. I have lived in this area most of my life and never heard the history of the parish. I had never seen any of the photographs in this book and am sure they would have remained out of public view had it not been for this book. The book is well written and interesting. High quality photographs include scenes of everyday life such as farming and town life to the extraordinary including an exploded courthouse and the singing governor. Great job!!!

0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five Stars By melindamaloo Great pictures with a spattering of history. Great job!

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