Here are 5 interesting facts about July 24 in Arkansas history:

1. In 1916, the Arkansas Gazette reported that an African American man named Will Whitmore was lynched the day before in Watson, Arkansas. He was accused of assaulting a white woman, but no evidence was presented against him in a trial. This was unfortunately not an uncommon event in the early 20th century, as lynchings occurred throughout the South.

2. On July 24, 1930, the town of Fort Smith experienced a major flood as the Arkansas River overflowed its banks. The flood caused significant damage to businesses and homes in the area, and tragically resulted in the deaths of at least 19 people. The flood also prompted a massive relief effort, with the Red Cross and other organizations providing aid to those affected.

3. In 1958, the first ever Arkansas Folk Festival took place in the town of Mountain View. The festival featured traditional music, dance, and crafts from the Ozarks region, and has since become an annual event that draws thousands of visitors from around the country.

4. On July 24, 1975, Jerry Jeff Walker played a concert at the Electric Ballroom in Fayetteville. Walker was a pioneering figure in the outlaw country movement, and his music blended elements of country, rock, and folk. The concert was part of a tour that helped to popularize this new genre of music.

5. In 2014, the Arkansas Travelers minor league baseball team hosted a "Back to the Future Night" to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the iconic movie franchise. The team wore special jerseys modeled after the futuristic outfits from the film, and fans were treated to a DeLorean car on display and other fun activities. The Travelers won the game, defeating the Springfield Cardinals 13-2.