Lucas Brooks Poindexter (September 4, 1886-November 29, 1940) was an attorney that practiced in Powhatan, Arkansas. His practice was located inside the commercial building. According to his letterhead, he partnered with J.W. Phillips and they were considered the successors to the office of Baber and Mack. He sold the building to Sanders J. Zimmerman. Poindexter also served as county judge.
Poindexter was educated at Arkansas College (Now Lyon College) and graduated in 1887. He was classmates with George Walter Wells.1
In 1887, Poindexter delivered a lecture at the Arkansas College in Batesville entitled "Western Progress."1a
In 1899, Poindexter was commissioned as a notary public, living in Powhatan.2
In 1903, L.B. Poindexter was elected vice president of the Bank of Black Rock.3 The same year, Poindexter was apparently involved in stock raising, having a cow that birthed triplet calves.3a
In 1904, Poindexter was appointed to the state Board of Trade.4 He was also appointed a delegate to the state good roads convention.5 The same year he also was listed as an incorporator of the Bank of Portia.5a
In 1905, Poindexter was appointed to finish out the term of Judge Fulkerson who was unable to complete his term.6
In 1906, Judge Poindexter had both county courthouses insured. The Walnut Ridge courthouse was insured through J.N. Beakley for 8,000 dollars. The Powhatan Courthouse was insured for 5,000 dollars through T.J. Scott of Portia.7
In 1907, Poindexter began campaigning to move the county seat from Powhatan to Black Rock.8
In May of 1908, Poindexter resigned from his position on account of poor health. Mr. H.L. Ponder was appointed to finish out Poindexter's term.9
By July of 1908, Poindexter was suffering from an ulcer in his side.10 He left for two months stay at Colorado Springs, accompanied by his wife, Mrs. E.T. Irby and Miss Mary Steadman.11
By September 1908, Poindexter has lost the position of Judge and had taken a trip to Colorado for his health. He was a target of disparagement by the county republicans.12He stayed at Manitou, Colorado.13 He wrote from Colorado to his friend J.A. Martin that he was improving rapidly.14 By September 23, Poindexter returned to Lawrence and was reappointed judge by Governor Pindall.14a
In 1909, Poindexter represented Otto Marker who sued J.T. Brady of Black Rock. 14b
In 1910, Poindexter helped defend Dr. F.A. Andrews of Lauratown, who was being sued by Dr. J.M. Stephens/Stevens for slander. Court documents show that the jury ruled in favor of Andrews, but the only newspaper account of the case claim a hung jury.14c 14d
In 1911, Poindexter was elected as the vice president of the Bank of Black Rock and named a director.15 He also ran for alderman of Black Rock.15a
in 1912, Governor Donaghy appointed poindexter as special probate judge to oversee a case in which the regular judge was disqualified.16 He also signed on to a letter expressing support for W.P. Smith for prosecuting attorney.17
In 1913, Poindexter was elected as the vice president of the Bank of Black Rock.18
In March of 1913, Poindexter appeared before Judge Jeffries in Walnut Ridge to face a charge of contempt of court. The charge was in connection with the murder trial of Wolf Benningfield. The charge revolved around allegations that a juror was tampered with in the trial of Wolf Benninfield, accused of killing John Bagley. Poindexter and State Senator Clyde Going were the defense attorneys. They were accused of inviting a juror to drink with them to influence his actions.19 The case went to the Arkansas Supreme Court in June.20 21 The case was decided in July before the Court recessed until September.22 Poindexter was exonerated and not censured for failing to report the incident. Due to his teetotaler stance, he was found to not be at blame.22a
In July of 1913, Poindexter began speaking public in support of George Hayes for governor23
In 1914, Poindexter defended John Baird, accused of killing Allen Beck at Ravenden.24 In 1914, A.S. Irby was partners with Poindexter. Irby operated the law office in Walnut Ridge.25 This same year he also represents W.H. Cooper, who claimed that O.E. Jacobs owned him wages from work at a sawmill. 25a
In 1915, Poindexter provided the alumni address at the graduation ceremonies of Arkansas College.26
In 1917, Poindexter was elected as the president of the Bank of Black Rock.27 The same year, he was appointed to aid the local county draft board in advising draftees of their legal options along with Ponder, Irby, Townsend and other prominent attorneys from Lawrence County. 28
In 1918, Poindexter was listed as a district manager in Black Rock for the Liberty Loan Organization.29
In 1922, Poindexter wrote a letter to the Joe Lyons Machinery Company expressing his satisfaction with their products. In the letter, he reveals he is president of the First National Bank at Black Rock, and uses their water pumps for his "private water works and to water my stock."30
In 1923, Poindexter had moved to Batesville. He lived on Fifth Street.31 He offered extra prize money in the local fair.32 He was also involved that year in the Methodist Church, serving on its board of stewards and volunteering as a collector and janitor.33 He delivered an address at the church that November for Armistice Day.33a
In 1924, Poindexter gave the commencement speech at the final graduation of the Charlotte High School. 34
In 1926, Poindexter was a director of the Citizens Bank and Trust. 35
In 1927 Poindexter and his wife vacationed in Eureka Springs.35a
In 1928, Poindexter was the "referee" related to the bankruptcy of the Batesville Motor Company.36
In 1929, he traveled with James P. Coffin to attend a meeting of Arkansas Bankers in Newport and comprised the Batesville delegation, having relocated there prior.37
Poindexter was married to Clara E. Stewart. He died in 1940 and she died in 1958. They are both buried at the Powhatan Cemetery.38
Source
1. Arkansas Democrat (Little Rock, Pulaski, Arkansas) · 22 Jun 1887, Wed · Page 8 college graduates.pdf
1a. "Arkansas College." Arkansas Democrat. June 22, 1887. p.8. Article on LB Poindexter's lecture, 6-22-1887.pdf
2. Arkansas Democrat (Little Rock, Pulaski, Arkansas) · 11 Dec 1899, Mon · Page 5 Poindexter notary public.pdf
3. Fort Smith Times (Fort Smith, Arkansas, United States of America) · 21 Jan 1903, Wed · Page 3 Bank of Black Rock officers Poindexter.pdf
3a. Daily Arkansas Gazette (Little Rock, Arkansas) · Wed, Sep 23, 1903 · Page 4 triplet calves born Lb Poindexter.pdf
4 Batesville Guard (Batesville, Arkansas, United States of America) · 23 Nov 1923, Fri · Page 7 Poindexter board of trade delegate.pdf
5 Fort Smith Times (Fort Smith, Arkansas, United States of America) · 8 Jan 1904, Fri · Page 8 Poindexter good roads delegate.pdf
5a. Arkansas Democrat (Little Rock, Pulaski, Arkansas) · 15 Nov 1904, Tue · Page 7 Bank of Portia incorporated includes DeArman Martin Poindexter.pdf
6. Arkansas Democrat (Little Rock, Pulaski, Arkansas) · 23 Oct 1905, Mon Poindexter Appointed.pdf
7 Daily Arkansas Gazette (Little Rock, Pulaski, Arkansas) · 8 Jul 1906, Sun · Page 3 Poindexter insures courthouse.pdf
8. Batesville Guard (Batesville, Arkansas) · Fri, Aug 16, 1907 · Page 6 Poindexter campaigning to move county seat.pdf
9 Batesville Guard (Batesville, Arkansas, United States of America) · 1 May 1908, Fri Poindexter resigns.pdf
10. Batesville Daily Guard (Batesville, Arkansas, United States of America) · 14 Jul 1908 Poindexter Recovers.pdf
11. Batesville Daily Guard (Batesville, Arkansas, United States of America) · 24 Jul 1908, Fri · Page 3 Poindexter goes to Colorado.pdf
12 Batesville Guard (Batesville, Arkansas, United States of America) · 25 Sep 1908, Fri Poindexter disparaged.pdf
13. Batesville Daily Guard (Batesville, Arkansas, United States of America) · 29 Jul 1908, Wed · Page 3 Poindexter at Monitou Colorado.pdf
14. Batesville Guard (Batesville, Arkansas, United States of America) · 28 Aug 1908, Fri Poindexter in Colorado.pdf
14a. Arkansas Democrat (Little Rock, Pulaski, Arkansas) · 23 Sep 1908, Wed · Page 7 Poindexter reappointed judge.pdf
14b. Batesville Guard (Batesville, Arkansas, United States of America) · 27 Aug 1909, Fri · Page 7 Poindexter represents Marker.pdf
14c. Stephens v Andrews. MSNE.0075 Walnut Ridge Court Records. Box 209. Folder 60. Northeast Arkansas Regional Archives, Powhatan.
14d. "Mistrial in Civil Case." Arkansas Democrat (Little Rock, Arkansas). December 13, 1910. Page 11. Stephens_v_Andrews_hung_jury__12_13_1910.pdf
15 Daily Arkansas Gazette (Little Rock, Pulaski, Arkansas) · 7 Feb 1911, Tue · Page 2 Bank of Black Rock Officers poindexter (2).pdf
15a. Daily Arkansas Gazette (Little Rock, Pulaski, Arkansas) · 19 Mar 1911, Sun · Page 2 Black ROck City officers Poindexter.pdf
16. Daily Arkansas Gazette (Little Rock, Pulaski, Arkansas) · 5 Apr 1912, Fri · Page 5 Poindexter appointed special probate judge.pdf
17. Batesville Daily Guard (Batesville, Arkansas, United States of America) · 13 Mar 1912, Wed · Page 4 Poindexter endorses Smith for prosecturo.pdf
18. Daily Arkansas Gazette (Little Rock, Pulaski, Arkansas) · 27 Jan 1913, Mon · Page 2Bank of Black Rock and Portia officers 1913.pdf
19 Daily Arkansas Gazette (Little Rock, Pulaski, Arkansas) · 19 Mar 1913, Wed · Page 3 Poindexter contempt of court postponed.pdf
20. Arkansas Democrat (Little Rock, Pulaski, Arkansas) · 4 Jun 1913, Wed · Page 1 Poindexter contempt of court.pdf
21. Batesville Daily Guard (Batesville, Arkansas, United States of America) · 4 Jun 1913, Wed · Page 1 Poindexter contempt of court case set.pdf
22. Daily Arkansas Gazette (Little Rock, Pulaski, Arkansas) · 14 Jul 1913, Mon · Page 7 Poindexter contempt case argued Supreme Court.pdf
22a. The Osceola Times (Osceola, Arkansas, United States of America) · 18 Jul 1913, Fri · Page 4 State Senator Going found Guilty.pdf
23 Batesville Daily Guard (Batesville, Arkansas, United States of America) · 17 Jul 1913, Thu · Page 3 Poindexter Public Speaking.pdf
24. Arkansas Democrat (Little Rock, Pulaski, Arkansas) · 25 Mar 1914, Wed · Page 14 Poindexter defends Baird.pdf
25. Arkansas Democrat (Little Rock, Pulaski, Arkansas) · 20 Apr 1914, Mon · Page 4 Poindexter partners with Irby.pdf
25a. Batesville Guard (Batesville, Arkansas, United States of America) · 20 Nov 1914, Fri · Page 5Poindexter represents Cooper.pdf
26 Batesville Daily Guard (Batesville, Arkansas, United States of America) · 27 May 1915, Thu · Page 2 Poindexter alumni address arkansas college.pdf
27 Daily Arkansas Gazette (Little Rock, Pulaski, Arkansas) · 15 Mar 1917, Thu · Page 7 Bank of Black Rock Poindexter president.pdf
28 Daily Arkansas Gazette (Little Rock, Pulaski, Arkansas) · 21 Nov 1917, Wed · Page 8 Poindexter aids draft board.pdf
29. Arkansas Democrat (Little Rock, Pulaski, Arkansas) · 27 May 1918, Mon · Page 9 poindexter involved in Liberty Loan.pdf
30. Daily Arkansas Gazette (Little Rock, Pulaski, Arkansas) · 24 May 1922, Wed · Page 2 Poindexter president of First Nartional Bank Black Rock owns farm pump and stock.pdf
31. Batesville Guard (Batesville, Arkansas, United States of America) · 1 Jun 1923, Fri · Page 5 Poindexter living on 5th Street Batesville.pdf
32. Batesville Daily Guard (Batesville, Arkansas, United States of America) · 29 Sep 1923, Sat · Page 1 Poindexter awards prize for blue ribbon pigs.pdf
33 Batesville Guard (Batesville, Arkansas, United States of America) · 23 Nov 1923, Fri · Page 7 Poindexter board of stewards Batesville Methodist.pdf
33a. Batesville Daily Guard (Batesville, Arkansas, United States of America) · 9 Nov 1923, Fri · Page 4 Poindexter speaks Armistice Day.pdf
34. Batesville Guard (Batesville, Arkansas, United States of America) · 2 May 1924, Fri · Page 4Poindexter Charlotte School commencement speech.pdf
35. Batesville Guard (Batesville, Arkansas, United States of America) · 18 Jan 1926, Mon · Page 1 Poindexter director of Citizens bank and trust.pdf
35a. Batesville Guard (Batesville, Arkansas, United States of America) · 29 Jul 1927, Fri · Page 7 Poindexter vacations in Eureka Springs.pdf
36. Batesville Guard (Batesville, Arkansas, United States of America) · 3 Jul 1928, Tue · Page 4 Poindexter bankruptcy batesville motor company.pdf
37 Batesville Record (Batesville, Arkansas, United States of America) · 7 Mar 1929, Thu · Page 4 bankers meeti n newport Poindexter Coffin.pdf
