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May 26, 1824

Andrew Horatio Scott and Joseph Selden, both judges of the territorial Superior Court of the Arkansas Territory, fought a duel over an alleged insult by Selden to Scott’s card partner (a lady friend) during a game of whist played at Arkansas Post in April 1824. The duel took place across the Mississippi River from Helena, as dueling was a crime in Arkansas, and resulted in the death of Selden.

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William Claude Bradford

William Claude Bradford (front, leaning on truck), shown with other members of the 142nd Field Artillery during training in France, was assistant adjutant general of the Arkansas National Guard when it was mobilized for service in World War I. Bradford, a native of Lonoke County, also commanded Camp Guthrie, a demobilization camp in France.

 

William Claude Bradford (front, leaning on truck), shown with other members of the 142nd Field Artillery during training in France, was assistant adjutant general of the Arkansas National Guard when it was mobilized for service in World War I. Bradford, a native of Lonoke County, also commanded Camp Guthrie, a demobilization camp in France.

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The CALS Encyclopedia of Arkansas is a free, authoritative source of information about the rich history, geography, and culture of Arkansas. It is updated regularly to ensure the people of Arkansas have an accurate and accessible resource to explore our heritage. We invite you to browse our text entries and media galleries to learn more about the people, places, events, legends, and lore of the 25th state. We are continually adding new entries, photographs, maps, videos, and audio files, so check back frequently to see what’s new.

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