Two years later on December 6,1875, the county's name was shortened to "Clay" by the Arkansas General Assembly; though some sources say it was renamed for the legendary statesman Henry Clay, others say John M. Clayton remained its official namesake.
The county's name was shortened to "Clay" by the Arkansas General Assembly. This was two years later on December 6,1875. It was renamed for the legendary statesman Henry Clay. This is what some sources say. John M. Clayton remained its official namesake. This is what others say.