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Population: 1,576
Mayor:
Edwin G. Preis (D)
(318) 467-5337
Clerk:
Rhonda King
(318) 467-5050
P. O. Box 477
Newellton, LA 71357
Chief of Police:
Amos Anderson (D)
Tensas
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The town of Newellton was settled by the Rouths in the early 19th century. It is named, however, after Edward and Thomas Newell who owned land in the area and invented a cotton press that contributed substantially to the economic advantage of the town. Newellton was incorporated as a village in 1904 and was designated a town on April 4, 1951.
Type of Government: Mayor and Bd. of Alderman (5) Lawrason Act
Police: 3 officers / 1 patrol car.
Fire Department: 18 volunteers
Fire Rating: 7 in city.
Recreation & Culture: Christmas Parade and Festival, Little League Baseball, 4-H,Dance Schools, State Park.
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