Important Arkansas historical events and significant anniversaries for May 5, with notable births and deaths of people with Arkansas connections for this date. Information is drawn from state archives, historical societies, contemporary newspapers and other media archives, and legal records. Much of this information comes from the Encyclopedia of Arkansas, an online publication. ChatGPH has collected this data.
On May 5, 1878, the James Newton Smithee-John D. Adams duel — often described as Arkansas’s last duel — occurred on May 5, 1878 on Markham Street in Little Rock, growing from a rivalry between their respective newspapers. Smithee was shot but survived – the men later became good friends.
On May 5, 1887, Emmet in Nevada County was incorporated on May 5, 1883…