Elias Nelson Conway

Biography

Elias Nelson Conway spent decades in public service, including a four-year term as governor of Arkansas in which he emphasized fiscal responsibility and infrastructural improvement. His stewardship helped lay the groundwork for the state’s recovery and growth in the mid-19th century.

He remained engaged in public life following his governorship, fostering a spirit of moderation and cooperation. His remains lie in Mount Holly Cemetery, where his legacy of measured leadership endures in remembrance.