Tag Archives: Breathitt County

Emily Crain Williams

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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Christmas Shopping in Jackson

A look at some Christmas advertisements through the years from The Jackson Times. Continue reading

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Gone Are The Mules

Mules were once a vital part of survival in the mountains. Today, good mules are getting harder and harder to find. Continue reading

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A Breathitt County Curiosity

An article about a strange Breathitt County creature was published in newspapers across the county in 1877. Continue reading

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Enemies to The End- And Beyond

Miles Terry took the grudge he carried to the grave, but he made sure his children continued his fight long after he was gone. Continue reading

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Edward “Ned” Turner

Edward “Ned” Turner served 19 days in the North Carolina militia and was one of a few who settled in Breathitt County and were veterans of the War of 1812. Continue reading

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Jackson’s First Helicopter Visit

Jackson’s first visit by a helicopter was not planned, but it caused quite a stir in 1948. Continue reading

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Times Editor Killed in Crash

Ryland Musick served the people of Breathitt County in numerous capacities before his life ended tragically in a Virginia accident. Continue reading

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James O. Robertson

A look at the life of James O. Robertson- Private in the Spanish-American War and World War I. Continue reading

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Two Breathitt County Thanksgivings- 1947 & 1951

A look at two Breathitt County Thanksgivings- 1947 & 1951. Continue reading

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