In a vintage postcard depicting Walnut Ridge circa 1910, we see a bustling Main Street scene with a trolley passing by Bloom’s Department Store. The county seat is connected to nearby Hoxie by this trolley line, showcasing the transportation of the era. In the center of the card, a pig can be seen roaming the dirt street, accompanied by what appear to be smaller piglets.
This snapshot of history provides a glimpse into the daily life in Walnut Ridge over a hundred years ago. Through postcards like these, we can visualize the streets, buildings, and activities that once filled this bustling town. The scene captures the fusion of urban and rural elements, with the modern convenience of a trolley coexisting with farm animals roaming freely in the street.
Ray Hanley, a retired health care and IT executive, historian, and author of 20 Arkansas history books, highlights these historical postcards through the “Postcard Past” feature in the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette. Through his work, Hanley brings to life the stories and images of Arkansas’s past, preserving the rich history of the state for future generations to appreciate and learn from.
For more information or to share your own historical postcards or stories, readers are encouraged to send questions or comments to Arkansas Postcard Past, P.O. Box 2221, Little Rock, Ark. 72203. By engaging with these historical artifacts, we can continue to uncover the hidden gems of Arkansas’s past and celebrate the unique story of each community within the state.
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