Monthly Archives: January 2022

The Collapse of the Panbowl Bridge

Posted on January 8, 2022 by sdbowling

By Stephen D. Bowling January 8, 1906 – The fireman held Mrs. Morgan tightly and would not permit her to jump. The engine had just cleared the pillar, and the tender was hanging with the back suspended above the river. … Continue reading →

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What To See On Hike One

Posted on January 7, 2022 by sdbowling

Twelve hikes spread over the next eleven months will make you a member of a very special club. In the next year, the average hiker will take more than 706,500 steps on this trail for the right to join this … Continue reading →

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Porter Sentenced to Life

Posted on January 7, 2022 by sdbowling

By Stephen D. Bowling January 3, 1922 – Thomas Kelly Porter stood silently and showed no emotion as Judge Sam Hurst sentenced him to life in prison on January 3, 1922. He said nothing but only stared ahead, uncertain of … Continue reading →

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The Danger of Grandma’s Dress

Posted on January 2, 2022 by sdbowling

By Stephen D. Bowling January 2, 1939 – So much has changed in Jackson including the look and the feel of the town. So many grand buildings have been lost to time, fire, or neglect. It is doubtful that many … Continue reading →

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