Important Arkansas historical events and significant anniversaries for July 17, 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 July 17. ChatGPH has collected this data.
Execution of David Akles (July 17, 1885)
An African American man named David Akles (sometimes “Ackles”) was hanged in Helena (Phillips County) after being convicted, amid disputed evidence, of murdering a Black farmer and his companion…