Monthly Archives: March 2023

Mrs. Hargis Dies at 64

Posted on March 31, 2023 by sdbowling

Louellen Day Hargis was thrust into the spotlight at the turn of the last century because of the national attention given to the Breathitt County feuds. She died in 1929 at the age of 64. Continue reading →

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What To See On Hike Four – 2023

Posted on March 29, 2023 by sdbowling

Important and interesting waypoints for Hike Four of the 2023 Sheltowee Trace Hiker Challenge. Continue reading →

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Dalton Was State Chicken Champion

Posted on March 27, 2023 by sdbowling

Bill and James Earl Dalton were both State Champions in the 4-H Poultry competition. Learn of James Earl’s win in 1946-47. Continue reading →

Posted in Breathitt County, Education, Farming, Jackson | Tagged 4-H, Breathitt County, Chickens, Jackson, Poultry, State Champion | Leave a comment

Breathitt Boy Killed in Europe

Posted on March 25, 2023 by sdbowling

The Jackson Times was filled with the sad announcements of fallen soldiers throughout World War II. John E. Howard was killed in 1945. This is his sad story. Continue reading →

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James Estep

Posted on March 24, 2023 by sdbowling

Soldier of the Week – James Estep- Company K, 14th Kentucky Cavalry, United States Army Continue reading →

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Images from STA Challenge Hike 3

Posted on March 22, 2023 by sdbowling

A few images from Team Heron, Sheltowee, and Yahoo during Hike Three of the 2023 Sheltowee Trace Challenge. Continue reading →

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Buddie Spicer Died in March 1945

Posted on March 21, 2023 by sdbowling

Samuel “Buddie” Spicer operated the first telephone exchange from his home on the Middle Fork for more than 30 years. Learn more about this Breathitt businessman. Continue reading →