Fort Smith was a key site in the expansion of the country. Judge Parker presided over the frontier here in Fort Smith from the late 1870s to the 1890's and used the gallows 87 times in order to help bring lawlessness under control.
Sunday, August 13, 2006
Fort Smith, Arkansas Territory
Fort Smith was a key site in the expansion of the country. Judge Parker presided over the frontier here in Fort Smith from the late 1870s to the 1890's and used the gallows 87 times in order to help bring lawlessness under control. 
