History of Stuart, Florida, USA

1870 - Stuart, Florida was first settled.

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1906
Stuart, a post-village of Dade co., Fla., on the Florida East Coast R. The banking point is Melbourne. Pop. 150.
Lippincott's New Gazetteer: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World, Containing the Most Recent and Authentic Information Respecting the Countries, Cities, Towns ... in Every Portion of the Globe Publisher J.B. Lippincott Company, 1906

Stuart was incorporated as a town in 1914.

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In 1925, Stuart was chartered as a city and named the county seat of the newly created Martin County.

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1935 - . Stuart Fishing Guides, first published by the Stuart Daily News in 1935, and distributed by the Chamber of Commerce attracted thousands to the region.

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1942 - 7 ARMY FLIERS LOSE LIVES IN PLANE CRASH. RIVER SEARCHED FOR BODIES OF VICTIMS OF CRAFT WRECKED DURING STORM.
Stuart, Fla., March 7. - (AP) - A wide stretch of the tide-swept St. Lucie River was being searched by army men today for the bodies of seven military fliers who plunged to their death in a storm-tossed army transport plane.

Soldiers from Morrison Field, West Palm Beach, kept civilians out of the area. A spokesman said there was no question that anyone aboard survived the crash. No bodies have been recovered. The plane ran into a tropical squall early Thursday night. A wing was torn loose, causing a fire and the craft plunged into the river three miles below Stuart.
Army authorities at Dayton, O., said:

Lieut. JOHN A. EVANS, of Auburndale, Mass., was the pilot.
Lieut. HARRY E. HULLOCK, JR., Lexington, Ky., co-pilot.
Sergt. ERCEL STALLARD, Lather, Ky., aviation engineer.
Corp. CLARENCE F. AYERS, Huntington, W. Va., radio operator.

Also aboard were:
Lieutenant CLEMENTS; Lieutenant SIMPSON and Sergeant RUTKO from the Middleton, Pa., air depot, whose first names and... Read MORE...

Here are some of the best places to go and things to do in Stuart, Florida:
1. Stuart Beach: Start your visit by enjoying the sun, sand, and surf at Stuart Beach. This beautiful sandy beach is perfect for swimming, sunbathing, picnicking, and building sandcastles. Lifeguards are on duty, making it a safe spot for families.

2. Bathtub Beach: Just a short drive from Stuart, Bathtub Beach is known for its calm and shallow waters, ideal for snorkeling and swimming. It's named "Bathtub Beach" because the nearshore waters are protected by a natural reef, creating a shallow and gentle area perfect for kids and novice snorkelers.

3. Jonathan Dickinson State Park: If you're a nature lover, this park is a must-visit. It offers hiking and biking trails, canoeing, kayaking, and picnicking spots. The Loxahatchee River runs through the park, making it a great place for wildlife viewing, including alligators, manatees, and various bird species.

4. Elliott Museum: For a dose of local history and culture, head to the Elliott Museum. It features exhibits on regional... Read MORE...