Anne Elizabeth Reynolds was born on November 6, 1867, in Randolph County. Anne was one Dennis W. Reynolds seven children. In 1883 while visiting New Orleans on business Reynolds purchased an elaborate piano for 16-year-old Anne. Transporting such a purchase … Continue reading →

Dennis W. Reynolds was born on January 14, 1847, in Jackson County, Illinois. By 1859 Reynolds was living in Cherokee Bay in Eastern Randolph County. The term Cherokee Bay can mean one of two things. Sometimes it refers to a … Continue reading →

  M. M.  (Minetre Mathew) Carter was a native of Arkansas. Carter was known for his business acumen. Carter owned numerous businesses in Randolph County and was well known for his livery stable and horse breeding business.  He also owned … Continue reading →

This is a photo of the interior of the Pocahontas Hardware Store. This store was located at the corner of Marr and Everett Streets. The building remains today.  George Promberger Sr. operated this business for many years. Notice the well stocked shelves in this photo.  Continue reading →