Tag Archives: Bach 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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Breathitt’s First Modern Deer Hunt

Posted on November 8, 2024 by sdbowling

Deer hunting was ended by the Kentucky Legislature in 1916 and would not return for 40 years until 1956. Learn about Breathitt’s first modern deer hunt. Continue reading →

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Money, Marriage, and Dynamite

Posted on February 26, 2024 by sdbowling

A scheme to blow up the Breathitt County Courthouse to inherit $40,000 with a fake marriage in 1927 is foiled by a nosy telegraphy operator and a big mouth. Continue reading →

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Breathitt County’s Korean War Dead

Posted on July 11, 2023 by sdbowling

A look at the Breathitt County soldiers who gave their lives for freedom during the Korean War. Continue reading →

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Breathitt’s Historic Markers

Posted on May 17, 2023 by sdbowling

Breathitt County had six roadside markers. One is now missing. Learn more about some of our historic sites. Continue reading →

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Breathitt’s First Modern Turkey Hunt

Posted on April 22, 2023 by sdbowling

The turkey was once almost completely gone from Breathitt County. Successful preservation efforts led to the first season in 1962. Continue reading →

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Constable Killed, Shooter Executed

Posted on January 13, 2023 by sdbowling

Three shots rang out from the dark corner of the room. Constable Hiram Smith died instantly.

A year and 12 days later, his shooter was executed by the state for the murder. Continue reading →

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Emily Crain Williams

Posted on December 20, 2022 by sdbowling

Emily Crain Williams lived in Breathitt County for more than 30 years. She was chosen as the first woman to be featured the in “Who’s Who In Breathitt.” Continue reading →

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No Insurance Policy for John J. C. Bach

Posted on January 29, 2022 by sdbowling

A short biography of Judge John Jay Crittenden Bach. Continue reading →

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