In Memory of Archibald Yell
Born near Salisbury, North Carolina, August 1797. Volunteer in Battle of
New Orleans, 1815. Member of Tennessee Legislature, 1827. Grand Master
of Masons in Tennessee, 1831. District Judge of Arkansas Territory, 1832
- 1836. Charter Member of Washington Lodge F. & A.M. 1835, Charter
Member of Farwest Chapter No. 1 R.A. Masons, 1841, Member of Congress
from Arkansas, 1836 - 1840, 1844 - 1846, Governor of Arkansas 1840 -
1844, Colonel of Arkansas Volunteers in War with Mexico, 1846- 1847,
Killed in action at Battle of Buena Vista, Mexico February 23, 1847.
A distinguished Mason, a gallant Soldier, an upright Judge, a fearless
Champion of popular rights, a sincere Friend, and honest Man.
Erected by Washington Lodge No. 1 F & A Masons and Far West Chapter No.
1, Royal Arch Masons. Fayetteville, Arkansas.
