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R. F. Powers, of the mercantile firm of Meek & Powers, is a native of Dallas County, Ala., and the son of John S. and Josephine (Peaster) Powers, natives of Alabama and South Carolina, respectively. The father is still living in Alabama, but the mother died August 5, 1876. To their marriage were born nine children, four of whom are now living: Robert F., William E , Ina F. and Josephine. The father was a successful tiller of the soil. R. F. Powers was favored with fairly good educational advantages in the district schools of Alabama, and was early taught the duties of farm life. In 1878 he came to Arkansas, located in Warren on the 16th of December, and was engaged in farming here until 1879, when he entered the store of Martin & Goodwin, as clerk. After filling the position of salesman for three years he was given the charge of their grocery department, and remained in their employ until September 1, 1889. Having accumulated considerable money by his economical and industrious habits, he ventured out in the mercantile business for himself, in September of the last-named year, and under the firm name of Meek & Powers. They carry a full line of groceries and furniture, and already have built up a good trade. Mr. Powers is one of the enterprising and public-spirited young men of the county, and is sure to make his mark in the world. He is a member of the K. of P., is past chancellor commander, and has passed all the offices. He is a member of the Presbyterian Church.