John M. Harrel

John Mortimer Harrell (December 14, 1828 – July 4, 1907) was an American lawyer and writer. He composed the very first telegram sent from Little Rock to Memphis. During the American Civil War, he distinguished himself as a cavalry officer in the operations of the West. Afterwards, he served as commander of the Southern Division, Arkansas United Confederate Veterans.

John M. Harrel

John Mortimer Harrell (December 14, 1828 – July 4, 1907) was an American lawyer and writer. He composed the very first telegram sent from Little Rock to Memphis. During the American Civil War, he distinguished himself as a cavalry officer in the operations of the West. Afterwards, he served as commander of the Southern Division, Arkansas United Confederate Veterans.