Tag Archives: Cope Family

John Wesley Huff

Posted on November 15, 2024 by sdbowling

Soldier of the Week
John Wesley Huff
Company D, 47th Kentucky Infantry
United States Army, Civil War Continue reading →

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Feudist’s Catfish Killing

Posted on May 23, 2024 by sdbowling

Jerry South gained a reputation as a “Bad Man.” Linked to several killings during the feud era, “Bad” Jerry” met his end during a fight over catfish in 1896. 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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John Clay

Posted on April 19, 2023 by sdbowling

Soldier of the Week
John Clay
Kentucky Cavalry
Spanish-American War Continue reading →

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