A Short History of Chicot County
A compact history outlines Chicot County Arkansas formed 1823 and its seat moves from Villemont to Columbia to Masona then Lake Village. It notes Delta geography, levee protection, cotton and corn yields, and notable early settlers including Bowie, Reynolds, Faulkner, Hillard, Davis, McDermott and Dermott.
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Union
State of
Arkansas
Chicot County
Columbia
Masona
Tia
Mississippi
Boeuff
Macon
Bartholomew
United States
East Carrol Parish
Louisiana
Misissippi
Howie Township
Dermott
John Bowie
John Gaines
Dermott High School
Eeho
Draft Registration and Duty Report From Marshfield to Camp Pike
A writer recounts June 8th draft registration in Marshfield Wisconsin and later reports to Camp Pike. He notes a health rejuvenation during a Marshfield summer and explains prior local board actions while awaiting an authentic call. Father registered on his behalf. Wood County board deemed in person registration decisive. The timeline covers registration, board discussions, and eventual reporting to duty.
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Lilitis
Marshfield
Wis
Doe Cohen
Wood County
Little Rock
Camp Pike
Col. Shaw
Christmas Romp at Presbyterian Church Children's Eve
Sunday School children enjoyed a Christmas romp on Christmas Eve in a vacant Arkansas Street store. The tree was lit and Santa Claus arrived with a sack, delighting all. The informal celebration added to the joy of those present.
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The
Presbyterian Church
Arkansas Street
Santa Claus
Red Cross Christmas drive thanked in Dermott notice
The Dermott Red Cross officers and campaign committees express gratitude to all who assisted in the Christmas membership drive. Special appreciation is extended for the cooperation of the colored community. Signatories include E. P. Remley J. C. Hoffman W. D. Trotter and C. Helmstetter.
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Red Cross
Dermott
E. P. Remley
J.C. Hoffman
W. D. Trotter
C. Helmstetter
FE. P. Remley
Dermott Red Cross
O. M. Banlle
Frank Robinson
Aaron Jackson
Harrison Metche
George Taylor
W. T. Johnson
O. C. Williams
Sam and Johnson Williama
Dermott Church Services and Next Week Plans
Dermott Methodist Church reported a well attended morning service with Presbyterians. No evening service that day. Next Sunday morning the Abundant Life will be the theme led by M R Holland. Evening evangelistic services are planned. The Board of Stewards and Missionary Society meet at 2 30 to discuss building a new parsonage. XX
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M. R. Holland
Board of Stewards
The
Missionary Society
Christian Endeavor Program for December 30
The program lists a prayer and cornets solo by Jos Duerson, a lesson on planning for the future by Matt 26 1 13, a discussion led by Mia Robi Parrish on My Best New Year s Resolution, a hymn and a benediction.
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Jos. Duerson
Matt
Mia
Robi
Parrish
Card of Thanks to Presbyterian Church Community
We express heartfelt thanks to Presbyterian Church members who remembered us at Christmas eve. Your thoughtfulness and love bind people and a pastor to serve God and the church and community. We remain Yours in the service of Christ and the Church William A. Holle and Family.
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Presbyterian Church
Christ
William A. Holle
Social news and greetings from Dermott area
Mrs G A Anderson spent Tuesday at McGehee. Mrs Maggie Thorpe hosts Master Vaughn of Winchester. Mrs Jennie Carrington of Portland visits her parents Rev and Mrs G V Jones. Mrs Beulah Hedge and mother-in-law from Monroe La visit Alice Bynum. Local residents spending holidays in Monticello include Lizzie Wilson M J Parker Marguerite Brooks Sammie Wilson Jeasie Thorne and Viesse Hearse. Ed Buckalton hosted Bridge night with guests and tribute to Dimmott Red Cross Auxiliary members.
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Jennie Carrington
Portland
G. V. Jones
Beulah Hedge
Monroe, la
Alice Bynum
Lizzie Wilson
M. J. Pat ‘Ker
Marguerite Brooks
Misa Sammie Wilson
Jeasie Thorne
Viesse Hearse
Monticello
Land Owners Urged to Redeem Drains District Lands
Land owners in the Der jmott Drains District are warned only a few weeks remain to redeem lands sold for drainage taxes. The Board does not want to take over lands but may act after January 1 if taxes are unpaid. Owners should locate tax receipts and address any unpaid drainage taxes at once. W D Trotter of the Board�s chairperson note.
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Derjmott
W. D. Trotter
Chr
Red Cross Toiletries Promoted By Henry Bordeaux
Advertisement notes shaving lotion and other Red Cross toilet articles available from Henry Bordeaux Druggist. It urges spending to keep shoes and face in good condition, implying a healthful look as part of daily grooming.
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RED Cross
Henry Bordeaux
Also Mentioned on This Page
J. J. McCloy
D. Kimpel
Clark, Asst
Cashier
McDermott
ExchAnce Bank & Trust Co
Dermott, Ark
Ivory
Orr Hardware Co
Dermott Grocery & Commission Co
Anchor and
Upper Ten
Ballard
Hanchey's
By John Hammock
Samuel D. Cohen
Dermott Methodist Church
Christian Endeavor
M. HL
Wes
M. H. L. Ral
B. Ford
J. Cohen & Son
Dermott Shoe Hospital
F. €. Ross
Dermott Bank
Eczemay
Hunt
Hanchey
Effy
Elon
Ymbee, Ky
Palace
G. A. Anderson
McGehee
Maggie Thorpe
Master Vaughn of
Winchester
S.C. Coleman
Gould
Mrs. Ibby Reddy
St. Louis
Mrs
Partee
Verna Brodnax
Mamie Duncan
Parkdale
Nelson M. Henry
Memphis
Vam Buren
Mrs. Brodnax
Geo. W. Goforth
Dermott News Office
Ed Buckalton
Bridge
Chris Howard
O. M. Banks
A. Neal Courson
J. W. Brown
T. J. Walker
Ada C. Hunter
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