Tag Archives: Allen Family

A Christmas Lynching

Posted on December 25, 2025 by sdbowling

A long-running feud between two families led to a bloody jail raid and murder on Christmas Day. Learn about the events from this spectacular trial from 1929. Continue reading →

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Sawdust and Baseball: Whick, Kentucky

Posted on April 16, 2024 by sdbowling

A brief look at Whick, Kentucky – 1998. Continue reading →

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Breathitt County Sheriffs

Posted on June 27, 2023 by sdbowling

Breathitt County Sheriffs

A history of the men who have served Breathitt County as Sheriff. No women yet. Continue reading →

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Family Dispute Ended in Tragedy

Posted on September 30, 2022 by sdbowling

A family dispute led to the death of three people in 1911 on South Fork. Continue reading →

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