AR Between the Wars
By: Savana Hudson
Criminals and Outlaws
Bonnie and Clyde
The Barker-Karpris Gang
Hot Springs, Arkansas
Entertainment
Political Voices
At the age of 22, Joseph T. Robinson was one of Arkansas strongest political voices. He first began working in legislature, later served as a U.S congressman, then as the governor of Arkansas. When Senator Jeff Davis died, Governor Robinson filled his seat. At the time of the Depression, Robinson was a strong supporter of President's Roosevelt's New Deal.
Hattie Caraway
When her husband, U.S Senator Thad Caraway passed away, Hattie Caraway took his place in office. In a special election, Hattie was the first woman voted into the U.S senate. She was well respected by the other senators and even had the opportunity to preside over the Senate. Hattie didn't always agree with President Roosevelt's views, but she was a strong supporter of most of his New Deal programs. After Hattie Caraway had represented Arkansas for 13 years, she lost her seat to J. William Fulbright.