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About sdbowling

Director of the Breathitt County Public Library and Heritage Center in Jackson, Kentucky.

Slate Fall Kills Neddie Herald

Posted on February 24, 2023 by sdbowling

“Picking out” coal was dangerous. Many injuries and deaths resulted from this often-unsafe practice.

A 1939 slate fall claimed the life of Neddie Herald. Continue reading →

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Abijah B. Eversole

Posted on February 23, 2023 by sdbowling

Abijah Eversole experienced much in his 92 years- a distinguished military career and he was a witness to the execution of “Bad” Tom Smith. Continue reading →

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Images from STA Challenge Hike 2

Posted on February 20, 2023 by sdbowling

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

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Funeral for Eliza Clemons

Posted on February 16, 2023 by sdbowling

Eliza (Napier) Clemons died February 12, 1956. She was buried in the Chapman Cemetery (now known as the Frazier and Taylor Cemetery). Continue reading →

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Our Duty As Citizens

Posted on February 16, 2023 by sdbowling

In 1921, weeks after the Clayhole Massacre, The Jackson Times asked the community to put aside their differences. It lasted about one week. Continue reading →

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Dr. Dickey Survives Coup

Posted on February 12, 2023 by sdbowling

Dr. John J. Dickey stumbled into Jackson and built a school. Several people tried to take it from him including an 1888 coup attempt. Continue reading →

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John P. Muncy

Posted on February 8, 2023 by sdbowling

Soldier of the Week- John P. Muncy Continue reading →

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What To See On Hike Two – 2023

Posted on February 8, 2023 by sdbowling

A quick overview of the sites along the second section hike for the 2023 Sheltowee Trace Challenge- from the S-Tree Road Trailhead to the 49er Diner. Continue reading →

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Hollan Family’s Unusual Record

Posted on February 7, 2023 by sdbowling

The Jackson Times printed a strange article about the Hollan Family in 1931. Publishers would not even think about printing a story like that now. Continue reading →

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Jackson’s Forgotten Flood

Posted on February 4, 2023 by sdbowling

The February 1939 flood established a highwater mark that stood for 83 years. Learn more about Jackson’s forgotten flood. Continue reading →

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