Important Arkansas historical events and significant anniversaries for December 14, and notable births and deaths of native Arkansans born on this date. Information is drawn from state archives, historical societies, contemporary newspapers and other media archives, and legal records. Historical Arkansas events and birthdays occurring on December 14. ChatGPH has collected this data.
1842 – Newton County created. On December 14, 1842, the Arkansas General Assembly created Newton County, the state’s 26th, from part of Carroll County.
1852 – First degree-granting college in Arkansas. On December 14, 1852, Arkansas College at Fayetteville became the first degree-granting college in Arkansas. It occupied a site near what is now 220 North College Avenue and operated until the Civil War…